Irmo, SC -- Broad River Developers, a Columbia based developer, has made its debut with the introduction of the Westcott Ridge development in the community of Irmo, South Carolina. Featuring a combination of Park homes on 50-foot lots and more expansive single-family lots, this 352 mixed-lot combination is just one measure that sets Westcott Ridge apart from traditional developments.
Westcott Ridge is a product of Broad River Developers; a local development and construction business started by father and son, Paul and Bryan Clifton.
Both South Carolina natives, Paul and Bryan have an in-depth understanding of the geographical, social and economic factors unique to the area. Prior to starting their joint business venture, both enjoyed successful careers. Paul had a successful career with Colonial Life and Accident, serving as Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for a decade. After retiring, he also served as Chairman for The Lexington Medical Center. Bryan has over ten years experience in both banking and residential construction. Paul explained, “Our career backgrounds are evident in the current business practices and goals we employ for Higher Grounds. When we create a certain business plan we see it through to the end, re-evaluating and revisiting our initial vision each step of the way.”
That initial vision was to create a community that would provide homeowners with the luxury of an affordable custom-built home in a beautiful natural setting.
Even though clear-cutting the land would have allowed for easier building, Paul and Bryan chose to preserve the natural landscape by leaving many of the trees and wetlands that run through the development untouched.
"It’s not about how quickly we can complete the development, it’s about creating an environment that people will want to live in. Every decision we make we examine from the perspective of a potential homeowner, rather than a developer,” explained Bryan, “Which is part of the reason we chose to develop in the Irmo/Chapin area.”
Irmo, is not only home to one of the state’s best school systems, Lexington-Richland 5, in addition to Chapin, which has been consistently ranked among the top three in South Carolina. In addition to good schools, Irmo/Chapin has been experiencing steady economic growth that is likely to increase even more with the opening of a new Wal-Mart, located less than three miles away from Westcott Ridge, in April of 2009. Also close by is the beautiful and expansive Lake Murray, offering boating, swimming, fishing and numerous other recreational activities.
Paul and Bryan’s strong belief in building a community around the desires of the modern homebuyer is evident in Westcott Ridge’s planned amenities. Serving as a gathering place for friends and family alike, the community will feature a zero-entrance swimming pool complete with a mushroom fountain, a spacious bathhouse and a separate space for sunbathing. The recreation hub of the community will also feature a pavilion style clubhouse, equipped with a summer kitchen and a “tot lot”, a children’s play area featuring state-of the-art structures. All of this will be incorporated into the community’s already family-friendly design, which calls for 4-foot sidewalks, decorative lighting and curbside mailboxes.
In line with their environment-friendly development practices, Broad River Developers has set aside land for a nature preserve in the center of the property and plans to install walkways and trails throughout the community, allowing residents to enjoy the natural surroundings at their leisure.
“We know and love this area and are looking to create a development that will allow others to do the same. We are constructing a team using local talent that will ensure those involved are not only invested in the development, but also invested in the development and growth of the surrounding community as well,” added Paul.
Westcott Ridge offers 208 Custom Estate home sites priced from the $300s, and 144 Patio homes priced from the $200s. The community is located in the city of Irmo, South Carolina, just northwest of Columbia. From I-26, take exit #97 and bear right. Westcott Ridge will be located one mile down on the left. The Sales Center is located at 132 Westcott Ridge Road. For more information, call 803.781.6552. |
