On Monday, August 19th, Rotary Santa Maria South was treated to an informative presentation on the "Trilogy at Rice Ranch" housing development in Orcutt. Three speakers representing builder Shea Homes explained that the development was purchased from the original owner in March of 2013 and at build-out will include 755 homes, 325 acres of open space, 12 miles of hiking and biking trails, all the parks now in operation, and hopefully clubhouses, as well. Presenters stated that Rice Ranch is a hybrid community, with home plans appealing to both families and empty nesters, with prices from the mid $300,000s to the mid $600,000s. The development was planned for a 7-10 year buildout, but may end up being only 5-10 years, as sales have accelerated. Shea Homes, an award-winning builder which started building in 1888 and is known for projects as famous as the Golden Gate Bridge and the Hoover Dam, operates in California, Arizona, Florida, the Carolinas, Washington and now Texas.

 

Trilogy representatives pose with Club president Ken Parker after their presentation. Left to right: Gianni Scangarello, Stephanie Winford, Ken Parker, Cassidy Nicholls.

 

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