Country Living

Life east of Colorado Springs has many benefits. According to Jim Matthews, developer and builder of homes in the area for 20 years, these are a few of his top reasons you should make the move… east!

1. Lower Taxes! The land is zoned agricultural, so you will find lower property taxes than living in town.
2. Lower utility bills. When you own the well and septic, plus living off a propane tank, Mountain View Electric sends a smaller bill each month. The only utility: Electricity.
3. More water rights. You own the well. Lock, stock & barrel!
4. Unlimited watering of animals. Dogs, horses, cattle… again, you own the well.
   
5. Gardening up to one acre = 43,560 square feet. That’s a lot of roses!
6. Private well & septic system. You own the permit.
7. You may build an additional home on most 35-acre lots in El Paso County. And, you may use the existing well to supply its water as well.
8. More liberal zoning usages for those with small businesses.
9. Reduced traffic. Only two spotlights between Ellicott & Colorado Springs. Zoom, zoom!

No. 1 reason… you own the land! Your beautiful native grasses are excellent for horses and cattle. And the drinking water, it comes fresh from your well.