The November 20th, 2009 online edition of
Florida Today had an interesting article about the proposed West Viera expansion today which can be found
here.
This exciting project is the largest of it's kind in Brevard! The
proposed West Viera expansion will stretch 8 miles from north to south
and comprise 11,567 acres that are now part of the Duda family's ranch.
Approxmiately 11,000 homes will be built during four phases that will be completed around 2025. A
large portion of the West Viera Expansion will be vast 5,200 acre
wilderness park that will be located adjacent to the sweeping
44,000
acre River Lakes Conservation Area.
A
limited number of residences will be located along the outer edges of
the wilderness park and are sure to combine the peaceful seclusion of
nature and best of contemporary luxury living.
If a more community-based setting is what you seek, the proposal outlines four contemporary villages that will be built. Harkening
back to a more traditional time, each village will be centered around a
park or other meeting area and will offer a diverse collection of homes. The
proposal mentions, "at least 50 percent of the homes within a
neighborhood will be within walking distance of a neighborhood center".
Once again, greeting your neighbors on the street as you walk to church or the store will be a part of traditional American living.
The four villages will be centrally anchored by the Viera Town Center. This 3.5 acre park is slated to be located between The Avenue Viera and The Duran Golf Club Development office. Envisioned
as the community's main street, the Viera Town Center will offer a
desirable variety of retail businesses, offices, and residences.
The
County is currenty still trying to determine who will oversee the
proposed Viera Wilderness Park. District 2 County Commissioner Chuck
Nelson and members of the Sierra Club Turtle Coast Group are lobbying
for long-term stewardship stipulations. Although the Duda family have
long been faithful stewards of their land, I do hope that thoughtful
and thorough provisions are outlined before final approval is given for
the proposed project.