FAQ’s
What is the minimum square footage to build a home in Saddleback?
4,500 sq. ft.
Who are the current builders?
Accolade Construction Company
Hayes Signature Homes
LaHoda Group
Brian Michael Distinctive Homes
Calais Custom Homes
SCH Homes
TRS Custom Homes
If I am already working with a builder, can they build in this community?
Yes, subject to approval.
What is the time required to build?
Building must begin 24 months after closing. *Builder specs follow different criteria.
What are the Home Owner Association dues?
$3,500 except for Lots 11, 12, 27, & 28, which will have an additional $500 premium for pond maintenance.
Do all lots have access to the ponds?
No, only Lots 11, 12, 27, & 28.
What are the setbacks?
Varies on each lot, please view the final recorded plat. There is a 50 ft. buffer on each lot for tree preservation.
What are the property fencing options?
Iron fencing only except for Lots 21-24 at rear property line and Lot 25 at North side which will be 6 ft. tall, board on board cedar.
Are you allowed to add cedar inserts to the iron fence?
No, as this would interfere with the natural wildlife.
Do any of the lots have a well?
Yes, Lots 2 & 23
Why are there two water meters for each lot?
One is for the home/pool and the other is for irrigation so you save on sewage/waste management fees.
Do any lots back up to the Corps of Engineer property?
Yes, Lot 17
Who are the developers?
A. NorthStar Land Development with Tom LaHoda & Damian Gomez, whom have owned property since 2008.
Does this community have the new required community mailbox?
No, each home will have their own mailbox.
Is there a final plat?
Yes.
Is there a tree survey?
Yes, available upon request.
What are the lots sizes?
Lots range in size from 1.0 acres to 1.45 acres.
Are horses allowed?
No, but they can be boarded next to the neighborhood at Showtime Farms located at 4500 N White Chapel Blvd., 817- 430-1300, based on availability and acceptance.
Can you purchase and combine more than one lot?
Yes.
Can I use a TREC Unimproved Contract?
No, a developer’s contract will be used.
How much do you require for earnest money?
$30,000 per lot made payable to Saddleback Acres, L.P.
Who is responsible for the title policy expense?
The seller is responsible, unless the buyer wants to select their own title company, at which time, the expense is the buyer’s.
Who is the required title company?
There are 2 title companies:
Lots 2 thru 17 will be closing at:
First American Title
Angela Waldrop (awaldrop@firstam.com)
(817) 481-7710 (office)
(817) 829-17137 (cell)
601 E Southlake Blvd, Suite 500
Southlake, TX 76092
Lots 18 thru 33 will be closing at:
Penfold & Long, PC
Craig Penfold (craig@penfoldlong.com)
(214) 559-3131 (office)
(972) 380-7786 (cell)
5950 Sherry Lane, Suite 220
Dallas, TX 75225
What are the nearby private school options?
Private schools nearby include, but are not limited to:
Clariden School, Southlake – approx. 1⁄2 mile from the community
Faith Christian, Grapevine – approx. 8 miles from the community
Liberty Christian, Argyle – approx.10 miles from the community
Holy Trinity Catholic School, Grapevine – approx. 10 miles from the community.
Fort Worth Christian, North Richland Hills – approx. 12 miles from the community.
Cistercian, Irving – approx. 19 miles from the community.
How does the open enrollment work?
Required to complete a one-page registration form and provide a copy of utility bill, driver’s license, and tax statement.
Have any students been denied enrollment?
Since the inception of the program, currently in its 5th year, no student has been denied.
What are the nearest schools for Carroll ISD?
The nearest schools for Carroll ISD are as follows:
a. Walnut Grove Elementary – approx. 1.8 miles from the community.
b. Carroll Middle School – approx. 4.8 miles from the community.
c. Carroll High School – approx. 3.6 miles from the community
d. Carroll Senior High School – approx. 5.5 miles from the community.
Who do we contact about lots?
The George & Noonan Real Estate Group with Synergy Realty, LLC.
Troy George – (817) 308-4170
troy@georgeandnoonan.com
Lucy Noonan – (817) 913-3611
lucy@lucynoonan.com