Smart growth is a community development principle that embraces good land planning, attractive architectural design and better construction methods. Alpine Village is a prime example of smart growth in Idaho that meshes with the City of McCall's Master Plan for downtown development.
For rapidly growing resort communities like McCall, smart growth principles help preserve open space and natural amenities. They revitalize neighborhoods along existing transportation corridors in downtown areas by introducing a variety of commercial, retail and residential products and price points.
A Sense of Community
Vitality is a goal with pedestrian-friendly, mixed-use real estate projects by incorporating multiple uses - like office space, retail shops and homes - all on the same piece of property. A larger, more diverse population promotes more personal interactions and a sense of safety.
The location of Alpine Village, set in the heart of downtown McCall, Idaho makes it especially well-suited for a mixed-use development. McCall continually draws in vacationers and second home and property owners from the Boise area, the Northwest and around the nation to its unparalleled recreation and resort amenities. Alpine Village offers them a new choice in convenient luxury living while simultaneously enhancing the availability of quality shopping and dining in McCall.
Economic Benefits of Smart Growth
High-density infill also has numerous economic benefits. Residents of a mixed-use community enjoy having convenient places to shop, dine and meet friends right outside their doors. Retailers and restaurants benefit from a built-in customer base.
From a land use standpoint, infill construction has less of an impact on existing infrastructure such as sewer lines and roads. Plus, property values tend to increase in and around smart growth projects, thus generating a stronger tax base. Public transportation improvements, such as adding new bus lines, become more viable as well.
Alpine Village will be a dynamic addition to this growing Idaho resort town. It embraces the City of McCall’s Comprehensive Plan and Design Guidelines, while providing significant and positive social and economic benefits to the area.
