Lakewood of Strathmore completes Phase 2B

By John Watson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Lakewood of Strathmore is announcing the completion of Phase 2B, representing significant growth for the neighborhood both in terms of residential opportunities and public spaces.

The development area is consistent of 106 residential lots, as well as sidewalks and pathways, and the associated servicing required for new developments. 

“We even built a new community entrance on the west side, so you are going to see street lights going up right away, you’ll see new signage, there is a brand new fence that’s already up; it really goes to show how big Lakewood is now,” said Scott Silva, director of sales and marketing for Lakewood of Strathmore. “It’s quite a large community but now you can see it. I know the builders are excited … there are a lot of different home styles that we have been hearing people both locally and from Calgary and abroad have been looking for.”

Phase 2B previously experienced delays due to adverse weather conditions over the summer months, particularly due to the surplus of rain. 

To date, all of the pathways around the nine-acre storm pond have been set in place, as well as accessory pathways, trees, benches, and garbage cans for community members to enjoy being outdoors. 

“All of the lots in Phase 2B are ready for home construction and we have got six homes that will be starting in the next week and they are already all sold, and then I think a couple more are lining up after that,” added Silva. “The next step on the radar is we want to get the homes built for Phase 2B, so that is part of what you will be seeing in the present sense. The builders will be very active building there with new home sales and different home types. For us though, we are planning and working through the next phase, which involves more lots, another community entrance, and the final design work for the recreational lake.”

With respect to the development of the recreational lake, dirt has already begun to be moved in order to carve out the hole in the ground. Excavation has also been shaping what will become islands within the lake.

Ultimately, the goal for the team will be to complete as much of the digging as possible before the ground freezes and halts progress until spring. 

“Home construction can go all throughout the year; there is no stopping that unless you get below   -30 Celsius. Earthworks are dependent on moisture and overnight cold because that is what penetrates into the ground and gives you your overnight frost,” said Silva. 

He added further developments will be announced as Phase 3 of the community comes to fruition in the new year.