Copper Ridge Amenities

Q: What are some of the unique features of the community?
A: The most prominent feature that sets Copper Ridge apart from other neighborhoods in the area is the dominant ridgeline. It stretches across the property giving most of the homesites incredible views. Some of views stretch tens of miles. In addition to beautiful trees and views, our covenants have been carefully selected to ensure future value. There is no other community in the area that meets the caliber of covenants that Copper Ridge offers. Add to this the only guarded acreage community anywhere in the area and you have the best and most desired neighborhood in this part of the Texas Hill Country.

Q: What are the utilities and area services available?
A: All of the utilities in Copper Ridge will be buried and will include City of New Braunfels (NBU) water and NBU electric. Copper Ridge features GVTC’s FIBER-TO-THE HOME TECHNOLOGY Telephone, Internet, Cable TV and Security Monitoring Service.
GVTC 1-800-367-4882 www.gvtc.com
Propane: Blue Sky Propane 800-587-4890 www.blueskypropane.com
Longhorn Propane 800-333-1828
Septic: Williams Construction 830-336-2264
Power: New Braunfels Utilities 830-629-8400 www.nbutexas.com

Copper Ridge Features GVTC’s Fiber-to-the-Home Technology where you will enjoy the clarity and reliability of local and long distance calling services, up to 1Gbps the fastest Internet speeds available giving you faster video and data downloads, hundreds of digital cable television channels, including DVR and HDTV and greater peace-of-mind with our 24-hour security monitoring. Plus the versatility of this breakthrough fiber optic technology ensures your home is always ready for any future broadband advancements.

Q: Are there paved roads?
A: Yes, the roads are paved. The roads in Copper Ridge will be a minimum of 24 foot wide hot mix asphalt roads bound by ribbon curbing throughout the entire community. This curbing will protect the roads in addition to giving them a finished look that is expected in a custom home community.

Q: What is the tax rate?
A: 1.768021 per $100 of valuation. Comal County = .292821 NBISD = 1.33910 Emer. Svcs Dist. 6 = .086000 and Lateral Road = .0501 totaling 1.768021

Q: Which County is Copper Ridge located in?
A: Comal County - one of the most coveted counties in Texas for beautiful Hill Country land. Quality land for sale in this county with amenities and location like Copper Ridge is hard to find.

Q: What type of homesites are available?
A: We get this question a lot and it is a tough one to answer. All of our homesites are at least one acre. Some of the sites are between one and two acres and a few range a little larger. Copper Ridge is going to be a community of very nice Hill-Country homes on large lots. Most of the lots have views, some views are for miles, some are of adjacent hills and trees, some are of city lights in the distance. Most lots have trees as well. Some are completely covered with oak and elm trees, some have a few large groves, and some are less dense. The important thing to remember is that Copper Ridge offers a variety of sites. If you like the community and would like be a part of this neighborhood, we will find you a parcel that fits your needs.

Q: What area schools are available?
A: Public Schools New Braunfels ISD, 430 W. Mill Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130: 830-643-5700 www.newbraunfels.txed.net
Lone Star Elementary, 2343 W. San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130: 830-625-6222
Oak Run Middle School, 415 Timber Hollow, New Braunfels, TX 78130: 830-627-6400
New Braunfels High School, 2551 Loop 337 N., New Braunfels, TX 78130: 830-627-6000
Private Schools
Cross Lutheran School, 2171 Common St, New Braunfels, TX: 830-625-3969 www. crosslcms.org
St. Peter and Paul Catholic School, 198 West Bridge, New Braunfels, TX: 830-625-4531 www.sppnb.org
New Braunfels Christian Academy, 995 Mission Hills Drive, New Braunfels, TX: 830-629-6222 www.nbchristianacademy.org
Colleges/Universities
Texas Lutheran University, 1000 West Court St., Seguin, TX 78155 www.tlu.edu
Texas State University, 601 University Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666: 512-245-2111 www.txstate.edu University of Texas at Austin 512-475-7399 www.utexas.edu

Q: Where is the nearest medical center?
A: McKenna Hospital is 113 bed hospital with emergency services located right here in New Braunfels. McKenna was just purchased by Christus Santa Rosa which is one of the largest hospital systems in San Antonio. McKenna provides several significant programs including McKenna HealthLink, McKenna Healthcare Foundation, McKenna Sports, Fitness and Rehabilitation Center, McKenna Children's Museum, McKenna Village, McKenna Events Center, At Home Medical Equipment and At Home Care.
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital, 600 N. Union, New Braunfels, TX: 830-606-9111 www.christussantarosa.org
Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, TX: 830-379-2411 www.grmedcenter.com

Q: Is there a homeowners' association? What are the dues?
A: Any community with covenants has to have an entity to enforce it. We were very careful in designing our covenants to integrate a system of checks and balances to allow enforceability of the covenants while preventing an oligarchy. The annual dues are collected to maintain the parks and common areas, greenspaces, pay for the security guard, and build a road maintenance fund.

Q: What area attractions and recreation are available?
A: New Braunfels is a perfect destination for outdoor recreation, great food and entertainment. There is an unlimited list of things to do and places and events to visit. From Wurstfest to Schlitterbahn to Gruene Hall, this city is rife with German heritage and never misses a chance to celebrate. It seems like there is a festival going on every weekend in New Braunfels. Whether it is tubing down the Guadalupe River, skiing at Canyon Lake, playing golf, dining in Historic Gruene or shopping at the outlet malls, New Braunfels has something for everyone.
Gruene Historic District
Gruene Hall - Texas' Oldest Dance Hall
Gristmill Restaurant - Texas Dining in Historic Gruene
Schlitterbahn Water Park and Resort
Natural Bridge Caverns
Tanger Outlet Mall
Prime Outlets at San Marcos

Q: Do you have a golf course?
A: Southerland Communities, Developer of Copper Ridge, has designed a tremendous golf course that was rated as "San Antonio's Favorite Course" by the MySA Golf Survey 2008. River Crossing Club Golf Course is just a few miles away from Copper Ridge at the River Crossing sister community off Highway 281. Landowners from Copper Ridge have the distinct opportunity of obtaining a golf membership at the Club when they purchase a homesite. www.rivercrossingclub.com

Q: Is there a timeframe restriction for beginning construction?
A: There is no requirement to build. However, your home needs to start within 6 months of approval date and finish within 12 months.

Q: Are there builders to choose from?
A: Copper Ridge has a relationship with various custom Showcase Builders. You can choose your own builder or use one of the community's Showcase Builders. The Showcase Builders are very familiar with the covenants of the community and can make the homebuilding process easier. Plans must be approved prior to construction commencement.

Q: How do I obtain a plat with available homesites?
A: This is one of the most common questions we get. Searching for the right piece of land can be overwhelming. We usually have several dozen parcels available spread over hundreds of acres. People sometimes get frustrated because we don't just have a sheet of paper with lot numbers and prices listed on it. The reason for this is that we are a full service land company. We offer assistance through the entire process, from selecting the right lot to finding the best loan and on to choosing a builder you can work with when you are ready. Any developer who doesn't require a professional to accompany you when searching for the right lot is doing you a disservice. Our representatives are trained to know each lot and how to help find what a customer wants even when they may not know coming in. We spend countless hours learning the physical features of each lot so that when you arrive we can reduce the time and effort you have to apply. There can be features on a lot that don't show up on a plat that buyers should know about, that's where having a professional on hand is vital.

Q: Do you have established lenders?
A: We have great relationships with several banks. Most of the lenders we recommend have special rates for Southerland Communities as an approved developer. You are always welcome to use your own bank if you prefer, but the lenders who are familiar with Southerland will probably have a better offer. Most of the lenders we work with most don't charge points or fees.

Q: How do I reach the Chamber of Commerce?
A: New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce Located at I-35 & Seguin Avenue, Exit 187
830-625-7973 www.nbcham.org
City of New Braunfels: http://www.ci.new-braunfels.tx.us
Comal County: http://www.co.comal.tx.us
Greater New Braunfels Homebuilders Association: www.newbraunfelshomebuilders.com