Stoneridge Hills 2nd Addition Expansion: from 34 to 60 lots

On February 9th, a divided Dundas City Council approved significant amendments for the Stoneridge Hills 2nd Addition, increasing the number of lots from 34 to 60.

By block level analysis, this will be the densest R1 zoned residential area in Dundas.  

Who voted for these changes?

  • Mayor Glen Switzer
  • Council member Grant Modory
  • Council member Ashley Gallagher

              Contact them here.

    Who voted against these change?

    • Council Member Luke Swartwood
    • Council Member Luke LaCroix

    Timeline of Events:

    Discover the timeline of key decisions:

    January 15th Planning Commission Meeting: The Planning Commission considered significant amendments to the PUD to allow the Stoneridge Hills project to expand from 34 to 60 lots. The developer plans to partner with "reputable" national builder DR Horton to build slab-on-grade two story homes of 3-4 models - click HERE for example.  The initial market for this development was described as "active seniors" and "empty nesters" with prices averaging above $400k.  The developer states the increase in lots is necessary to make the project financially feasible.  The commission recommended city staff ask the developer to reduce the number of lots.

    February 9th City Council Meeting: The developer informed the city council they would not reduce the number of lots and also requested the creation of a TIF district to reimburse them for infrastructure costs - now they need 60 lots AND public subsidy to make it financially feasible. Narrative shifted from "empty nesters" and "active seniors" to being described as affordable workforce housing, aimed at teachers, police officers, young families, and others priced out of the current market. This change in language aligns with statutory requirements for creating a TIF district and requires buyers to be income qualified.  

    **Latest Update:

    March 23rd City Council Meeting:  The developer informs the City they are withdrawing their application for a TIF District after D.R. Horton realizes they can't sell these houses to income qualified individuals fast enough to make it worth their while.  Apparently, it is no longer "affordable workforce housing".  Instead they request Tax Abatement of approximately 2.1 million dollars over 20 years, which removes the income limits.  Once again, the narrative has shifted, creating yet another inconsistency in this story. 

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