You will find below answers to the questions asked most often in our online survey and at community meetings.  If you do not find an answer to your question, please contact us through our Community Survey.

1. What is the "Mixed Use Redevelopment Overlay District"?

The Mixed Use Redevelopment (MUR) ordinance is designed to promote redevelopment of properties in a manner that integrates commercial and/or office uses with residential land uses, promoting pedestrian level activity and reducing automobile trips. An MUR development provides a "live-work-play" environment for development residents and enhances the value and aesthetics of the surrounding community. Emory on mixed-use development

2. Who will develop the property?

The Morsberger Group plans to develop the property. Portions of the overall development may be sold to builders who share the vision of the Morsberger Group. Tight architectural and design controls will be required for anyone who wishes to participate in the development process. These controls will be enforceable through strong covenants and deed restrictions that go with the property.

3. What will the price range be for the homes, townhomes and "Live/Work" dwelling units in the project?

The price for the homes will start at around $220,000. The townhomes will be priced at around $225,000. The price for the "live/work" units will be dependent on the size of the retail component and priced on a square footage basis.

4. Will there be any green space included in the project?

As currently configured, the project will include approximately six acres of natural area and several "pocket parks"-- small recreational areas, some with playground or fitness equipment and some for passive recreational use. The common area will also include public gathering areas and semi-active recreational features such as fitness trails and bicycle ways.

5. What businesses are projected to open in Mountain View Village? Will there be restaurants, convenience stores, drug stores or "big box" retailers?

"Big box" retailers will not be allowed in this development. The design calls for small upscale shops, restaurants and destination-oriented commercial uses. Covenants restricting undesirable uses will be stringently adhered to.

6. What is the Hwy. 78 CID? How does this project fit into the CID's goals?

The Highway 78 Community Improvement District is an organization of Hwy. 78 business and property owners who have agreed to tax themselves to promote the vitality of the Hwy. 78 corridor. The goals of the 78 CID include the development and implementation of a long-term positive plan; the coordination of services including security, marketing and maintenance; and the promotion of communication between property and business owners, community leaders and elected officials.

The ultimate goal of the Hwy. 78 CID is to turn the corridor "into a pleasant upscale destination rather than a road to somewhere else." The Mountain View Village community will set the standard for revitalization in the corridor. Our project will meet or exceed the redevelopment guidelines recommended by the Community Improvement District.

7. What will be Mountain View Village's impact on area schools?

As currently configured, the project targets retirement age and first-time home buyers who do not want the headaches associated with yard maintenance. This was done purposefully, based on input from the community regarding overcrowded schools. This target market will generate far less children than a traditional cluster subdivision. Information on the current and projected enrollment vs. capacity of the affected schools can be found here.

Because residences will be just one component of the MUR project (with office and commercial uses), the impact on area schools is expected to be less than if the tracts were developed individually as conventional "residential-only" properties.

8. How will the project impact traffic on Hwy. 78?

The MUR concept allows people to live in close proximity to their place of employment. We expect that many homeowners will also locate their offices in the Mountain View Village project, reducing the number of residents who use Hwy. 78 during peak traffic times. In addition, the project will have interior roadways, walking and bike paths to promote the "live-work" concept.

9. Does Mountain View Village include apartments and/or rental housing?

No. There is strong opposition from area residents and community leaders to apartments and rental housing. There will not be any such housing included in our plan.

10.  What guarantee do I have that the project will be developed according to the plan that you propose?

The project will be developed under the very tight controls and guidelines imposed by the Mixed Use Redevelopment Ordinance and conditions set by the County Commission. Additional controls will be enforced by covenants and restrictions that go with the property if it is ever sold or transferred. These restrictions will be made part of the planning approval process and become part of the actual approval.

11. How can I be involved in the planning process?

We welcome your input and involvement. First, please complete our Community Opinion Survey. Your response will help us modify our proposal to accommodate the wishes of the community. Be sure to subscribe to our mailing list so that we can keep you updated on project developments. Finally, we will periodically schedule community meetings where you can meet the project managers to discuss your concerns and suggestions.