Myth: Valley’s Edge is too big There’s a lot of understandable concern about massive housing developments right now. Let’s take a moment to examine the parameters of this proposed development. We think Valley’s Edge is like the Goldilocks Principle: “just right.” It will be a good fit for the land and the housing needs of …
Asking Important Questions about Chico’s Future It’s no secret it’s hard to see nature replaced with buildings. Yet, as Chico’s popularity grows and more and more people move here, housing needs to meet the demand. With this in mind, Chico has already designated parcels specifically for new housing, like the land allocated for Valley’s Edge. …
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What is Valley’s Edge? We’ve heard this question asked a lot around town lately, and thought it was a good time for a quick recap. What It Is Valley’s Edge is a proposed plan for the residential and commercial use of a specific piece of land in Chico. Through consultation and thoughtful planning, the concept …
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Imagine a place where, instead of eyes glued to cell phones and tablets, kids are running around outside, jumping on bikes to head to the park, laughing, and soaking up the warm summer sun. Neighbors chat in between errands, discussing the upcoming community barbeque. You’re planning to bring your famous potato salad with the extra …
Master planning is a proactive approach to figuring out how and where land suitable for development can best serve the community’s long-term demand for growth and conservation. The larger the area being planned, the more cohesive the plan, the more connected the trails, and the more unified the places to live, work and play. Master …
Did you know the number of Americans living in a multigenerational household has quadrupled in the past decade? It’s no wonder, considering the benefits: These positive results from multigenerational living support Valleys Edge’s commitment to making this an option for more families. By creating the framework for integrating families with school-age children, young adults, seniors, …
Fiction: Valley’s Edge will cut down all the oak trees Fact: Adoption of the Valley’s Edge Specific Plan is the most significant step to preserving and regulating oak trees in Chico since the dedication of Bidwell Park. Preservation The Valley’s Edge planning area encompasses some 1,447 acres located along Chico’s eastside at the transition of …
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