Just far enough away from the crowds and congestion of Phoenix, there is a place where the dreams of a perfect home and lifestyle for your family can come true every day. It's called Villago - the masterfully planned new home community with a rare small-town feel. Coming soon to north Casa Grande, just an easy 20-minute drive from south Chandler.

Here, among acres of shimmering blue lakes and lush green parks, a new community - and refreshing new way to live - is coming to life. Complete with proposed schools, an Aquatic Center, and so much more. With homes in many styles and prices from Arizona's top builders, you're sure to find your dream home here. And discover an easy-going lifestyle in a close-knit community.

Watch for our grand opening just months away, and soon you'll find out why we say Villago is "A Refreshing Change of Place." Preview Villago now at www.visitvillago.com

"Villago is going to be a beautiful master-planned community enhancing the gateway to our community and we couldn't be more excited about it." - Casa Grande Mayor Charles Walton, Sr.

As a way to keep you informed on the progress of Villago, we will continue to update you at various times throughout the construction process. You'll find it's a great way to get the latest news on Casa Grande's newest master-planned community.

The entry tower at Villago is worked on diligently.
Many model homes continue to be constructed.

INFRASTRUCTURE
The dry well construction at Villago moved forward rapidly this month in multiple parcels. Permeable materials are being reached at an average depth of 100 feet and casing crews have begun installing the dry well linings. Currently, 16 of the 33 dry wells have been drilled while seven have been cased and capped. The dry wells are expected to be 100% complete within the next couple of weeks.

The entry tower is looking great! The block work is 100% complete and the majority of the stone has been installed. The tower is scheduled to be painted and the wrought iron placed in the windows at the end of May. By the way, did you know an inspection is required for every four feet the tower rises?

The infrastructure is currently energized and streetlights are scheduled to be up by the end of the month. Electricity has also been brought to the recently installed and inspected 600-amp panel and the other control panels at the lake pump station.

The irrigation line has been flushed out, and the installation of laterals and drip line has begun. Heavy planting of trees, shrubs and turf will begin in June. The retention basins have all been surveyed for certifications and the volumes are currently being calculated.
Construction has been moving south, away from the lakes, in order to free up the basins for landscapers.

Many spec and model homes are currently under aggressive construction by all builders and are selling very quickly!

ONSITE
Parcel 15 is being prepared for curb while two contractors install curb and gutter in the other parcels. The concrete contractors continue to be pushed forward aggressively, with curb and gutter installation occurring simultaneously in the remaining parcels as ABC is brought in and the sub-grade is prepared for paving.

The view fence installation has begun and the perimeter wall installation will be completed over the next few weeks. The dusk-to-dawn lights are currently being installed in all parcels.

Mule tape is currently being pulled through the electrical conduit. Pedestals and communication boxes continue to be set as well.

Fine grading in the pocket parks continued this week, while head walls, scuppers and dry wells continued to be installed.

OFFSITE
The offsite water installation is complete with only minor adjustments remaining.

One of the best things about making your home at Villago is that you're right next door to a small city filled with old-fashioned charm and lots of fascinating history. Founded in 1879, Casa Grande was named after the nearby Hohokam Indian ruins. Today, Casa Grande still has that special small-town feel, along with a community of friendly people who are proud of their low crime rate and affordable taxes. Casa Grande offers all the essentials, with everything from outlet malls to major department stores, great dining establishments, and two top-quality hospitals –all just minutes away from your home. And with 17 public and private schools in the area – in addition to the planned schools within Villago – you'll have plenty of educational choices for your family.
Working parents will really appreciate the city's two daycare centers for their youngsters. And there's always something to do here – play golf, catch a movie, go bowling, or have a picnic in one of the city's 18 parks. It's everything you could want to live a “grande” life in a relaxed, friendly, small-town setting. Stop by for a look around now at www.visitvillago.com/casagrande.

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or own a home today, everyone could use more information that could save time and money when purchasing a new home. Villago has made a special
commitment to keep our future homebuyers up-to-date with the latest industry information to help make your experience as rewarding as possible.

Experts and many media outlets are consumed with the notion of timing your real estate purchase perfectly. The truth is, there is no way to properly do this. Even experts are unable to accurately predict the future economy.

Many factors, including the unemployment rate, whether those employed have well-paying jobs, and consumer outlook for the future are all taken into consideration. All these factors make it difficult to know, in advance, whether the housing market is going to boom or bust.

Therefore, now is as good a time as any for most homebuyers to not only invest in a home, but in their future. Remember, the fundamental purpose for home ownership is shelter, privacy and creating a foundation for your future.

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