New ‘Andersen Ranch’ housing development in west Carson City under review
There are several housing developments for Carson City currently in different stages of review, and one such development is the Andersen Ranch Development, named for the Andersen family who has farmed the Carson City region since the 1870s. This new development is not to be confused with Buzzy’s Ranch on the eastern side of Carson City, also named for the Andersen family.
The proposed Andersen Ranch development would be located near Kings Canyon and would provide for 204 houses over a 48.2-acre property between Mountain Street and Ormsby Boulevard.
The plan allows for 111 lots of a minimum of 5,000 square feet and 93 larger lots, between 7,700 square feet and 13,569 square feet.
A total of 7.58 acres of open space and 9.64 acres of right of way is also included in the plans.
Previously, there was a plan for the site in the form of the “Vintage at Kings Canyon” project, which was set to develop a 5.6-acre property for an assisted living/congregate care facility as well as homes in 2016.
The area is zoned for Single Family 6,000, Single Family 12,000 and Single Family 1 Acre.
Originally, the Vintage designed 212 single family residential units, a bed congregate care facility, trails, a park, and roads.
To learn more about the Vintage project click here.
Since the proposed Vintage project, many residents have argued over the space and whether or not it should be developed. It’s no secret that Carson City is desperate for new housing, as finding a rental or a house to buy for a reasonable price is quickly becoming near impossible. However, some residents are concerned about developing the open space they love and enjoy. Especially certain property owners who bought their homes for the view.
Petitions have sprung up in opposition of the space being developed, citing issues like loss of wildlife, poor aesthetics, loss of heritage and more.
A “Friends of Andersen Ranch” facebook page was active in 2016 in opposition of the project when Vintage was being discussed, but has since apparently been abandoned.
Those who oppose the development want the city to purchase the property and keep it as open space. Others, however, are excited for new homes to be built to take the current strain off the housing market.
Kim Andersen of the Andersen family wrote an article in 2016 regarding the Andersen family’s position on the development.
“The plans for part of the Andersen Ranch bring change, but honor the long-established master planning and zoning of the land and seek to respect the interests of our neighbors,” said Andersen in the article. “Sadly, the loudest voices in opposition seek to mislead to achieve their goal of preventing our family from using our land in the way it has been master planned and zoned for more than 30 years.”
As for the new Andersen Ranch proposed development, the Planning Commission, Parks, Recreation and Open Space, and Public Works reviewed the plan and said that 203 lots instead of 204 would be allowed, all streets must have sidewalks, and an additional connection to Richmond Avenue must be added.
In addition, Parks and Rec stated a multi-use path 10-feet or more in width must be provided within the project to connect with the Mountain Street Trailhead and given to the city. A park will be designed which incorporates the trailhead.
Upkeep and cost for the maintenance of the development will be the responsibility of the Home Owner’s Association which will be formed to provide for common areas, open space, buffer areas, paths, medians, and more.
The plans are still under review. Updates to follow as information becomes available.
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