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Frequently Asked Questions About Summerlin:

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• What is Summerlin?

Summerlin is a 22,500-acre master-planned community situated
along the western foothills in Las Vegas, Nevada.

• What is a master planned community?

The primary land use in a master-planned community (MPC) is housing
but a distinguishing characteristic of a major master-planned community is the mix of commercial land uses or the mix of housing prices, styles, and densities within the master plan. The primary thrust of the development’s planning effort is to create a particular environment, a sense of place. In addition to homes and jobs, MPCs typically include substantial amenity packages including bike trails, parks, green space, recreational amenities, and golf courses. MPCs characteristically stress social and local community services such as schools, community centers, libraries, worship sites and other public land uses.

To be considered a "major" master-planned community, such as Summerlin, the MPC must exceed a minimum of 2,500 gross acres; be developed under a single master plan with common clauses, covenants, and restrictions; be operated by an individual owner/developer; be considered comprehensive; be designed as a primary home community and be characterized by a mix of land uses or residential types.

• Who is the developer of Summerlin?

The Howard Hughes Corporation, an affiliate of General Growth Properties, Inc. of Chicago, IL.

• How large is Summerlin?

Summerlin sits on 22,500 acres along the western rim of the Las Vegas Valley – that’s 36 square miles.

• How many people live in Summerlin?

As of 2009, Summerlin has a population of 99,000.

• How many people will live in Summerlin when the community is complete?

Approximately 180,000.

• How many homes & apartments does Summerlin currently have?

As of 2009, Summerlin features nearly 39,000 homes and apartments.

• How many people work in Summerlin?

As of  2009, 22,000.

• When did The Howard Hughes Corporation begin developing Summerlin?

Development began in 1990.

• When will The Howard Hughes Corporation finish building in Summerlin?

Build out will take approximately 30 years, so Summerlin will be complete around 2020.

• How far is the Las Vegas Strip from Summerlin?

Approximately 12 miles or 20 minutes...

There are so many recreational opportunities in Summerlin, the biggest challenge involves deciding what to do first. The expansive trail system will eventually extend over 150 miles, and Summerlin’s parks and playing fields (golf, soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, etc.) are incredibly popular.

More than 30 percent of Summerlin has been designated as community space including passive and active parks, trails, recreational facilities, golf courses, the Summerlin Trail System, landscaped areas and natural preserved areas. For a community the size of Summerlin, that’s a lot of room to breathe and play.

Of Summerlin’s community space, almost 20 percent of the community is designated as irrigated open space which includes parks, trails and golf courses, and approximately 15 percent of the community is dedicated to the preservation of natural areas such as washes, arroyos and desert canyons. Some of these areas may ultimately be owned by others such as the Bureau of Land Management.

Summerlin is the natural choice for healthy living because it offers so many activity-related options. The expansive Summerlin Trail System will eventually extend over 150 miles and runs through preserved parkland in every one of our villages, and Summerlin’s parks and playing fields (golf, soccer, softball, volleyball, T-ball and children’s play areas) are incredibly popular.

Summerlin residents seem to share an inclination toward healthier lifestyles and this active way of life is reflected in the programming and events sponsored by the Summerlin Council. Stop by The Gardens, The Trails or The Willows Community Center and check into the clubs and events they offer that are guaranteed to make your heart beat a little faster.

Community wellness is also a focus of the programs, classes and support groups offered through the Summerlin Hospital Medical Center: prenatal and postnatal classes and support groups; cancer seminars, support groups and a cancer information database; CPR and first aid classes and more. The Senior Advantage Program, a free benefit program for adults 50 and over, offers seminars and health fairs, a health information library that includes videos and printed material and free blood pressure screenings.

Summerlin residents never have to go far to seek professional medical attention. Over 200 physicians now practice in Summerlin, including board-certified M.D.s in more than 20 specialties. The Pueblo Medical Center and Summerlin Hospital Medical Center are just minutes away from any Summerlin village, and both offer residents convenient diagnostic and surgical facilities. Together, they provide two urgent care centers, diagnostics and a cancer and breast cancer center with acute, sub-acute and rehabilitative services. These two close-to-home facilities are able to provide complete attention to your health as well as education about maintaining it.

Retail centers are conveniently located throughout Summerlin. Several community and neighborhood shopping centers offer grocery and drug stores, entertainment, personal services, restaurants (for your epicurean exploration) and an ever-increasing variety of retail options. Wherever you live in Summerlin, they're all only minutes away from home.