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A planned housing project for a portion of some of the last remnants of Danville’s agricultural history reached a milestone this week, with developers closing escrow on a deal for seven acres of the 17-acre Borel property.
Officials from San Ramon-based Trumark Homes announced the escrow closure this week, and said they are now looking toward beginning construction later this year on a townhome project set for their recently purchased portion of the abandoned walnut orchard in the southeast of town.
“I am proud of the dedication and discernment our team put forth throughout this process,” said Tony Bosowski, president of Trumark’s Northern California Division in the May 21 announcement.
In particular, he pointed toward Trumark’s work alongside the Town of Danville and the East Bay Regional Park District, the latter of which is moving forward with a concurrent plan funded by the sale of the portion of land to Trumark to establish a 10-acre agricultural park on the remaining portion of the property – which was reportedly the wish of its late owner, Armand Borel – showcasing the San Ramon Valley’s agricultural history via the remaining 10-acre portion of the walnut orchard at 3020 Fostoria Way.
“Trumark Homes has earned a reputation of collaborating closely with civic leaders and community advocates to ensure our new home communities meet the needs of the cities where we build, while also meeting the demand for vital housing inventory throughout the state,” Bosowski said.
Trumark’s portion of the project on the northern portion of the property is set to consist of 124 market-rate townhome units in 15 three-story buildings ranging from 1,504 square feet to 1,802 square feet each, as well as a mini park with a play area and an outdoor dining area, walking paths, recreational opportunities, and a dog park.
In addition to the 124 for-sale townhome units, the property is also set to host 43 apartments that are set to be rented at below market-rate, with affordable housing developers Pacific West Companies working on that portion of the project.
“Bringing the vision for this property to reality delivers on a promise from our team and the many community partners to uphold the historical elements of this property while contributing needed new homes and impactful open spaces for all residents and community members to enjoy,” Bosowski said.