FAQs

This concept has been developed over the past 20+ years with the intent to create the same sense of community represented in the last scene of the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life”.  The significance of the individual is the overarching theme of the film which is displayed in the community coming together .  Additionally, Karolyn Grimes, who plays Zuzu in the movie, remains on our Brand Development team.

Starting at Upper $600’s to over $1M.

YES. Closed separately at contract signing with Legacy Builders.

No. Single Builder Community to assure Brand Integrity. All homes built by: Legacy Builders, LLC via Bedford Falls Carmel, LLC.

 

Three Brothers came together as a Legacy of our father, Tom Schutz, who started developing land and building homes in Carmel in 1967.  We’ve been doing it in Carmel ever since. Bedford Falls Carmel represents the culmination of those 57+ years with a tip of the cap to our Dad!

NO. Some lots are reserved for specific size “footprint” plans. The Center Section Lots are designed for the Clarence and Gower ONLY to assure the integrity of the “Paseo” behind these homes.

See Plan

Plan
1st Floor Living Area
Total Potential Tempered Space with Finished Basement and 2nd Floor
Bailey
2,564 sq ft
6,230 sq ft
Zuzu
2,492 sq ft
5,726 sq ft
Clarence
2,063 sq ft
4,966 sq ft
Gower
1,849 sq ft
4, 534 sq ft

Unfinished Basements are STANDARD. Crawl or Slab by Deduct Option.

  1. Tandem Garage Options.   Revise Tandem Garage to:  (all with door to outside)
    1. ADD a Scullery  (Dirty Kitchen) with or without workspace in garage
    2. ADD Home Offices (separate of Den) with or without workspace
    3. ADD Dog / Pet Room with or without workspace in garage
    4. ADD Craft Room with or without workspace in garage

One OCCUPANT of household is  55 years of age.

Yes, started August 24.

Developer / Builder intends to get all foundations installed within 24 months.

See Community Tab: Community Center, Workout Center, Pool, 1 Pickleball Court, ……….

  1. Contact Scott Schutz at ScottS@BedfordFallsLiving.com
  2. Call Scott Schutz at 317-714-2449
  3. Complete “sign up” on this website and we will reach out.

$25,000 Deposit to Title Company.

Fully refundable.

Foundation Title. 96th St.

Up until the time you and Legacy Builders agree to your dream home final design and price.

No, but realtor representation is welcome.

Base Plans by Bedford Falls Carmel based on NATIONAL “best plans” for single floor living with optional spaces up and down.

All with custom modifications via Legacy Builders LLC.

Yes. Legacy has included an independent decorator in their price to base specifications. Available to hire direct for personal, expanded decorating ideas.

Yes, to the extent you desire. Our 3rd Party vendor will include BASE technology / networking. You then, at our cost, have a consultation with them to bring the home to your standards while leaving room for future technology improvements.

Yes. Legacy Builders has a program in place with a Lender.

i. 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty (National Company)

ii. 2 Years Workmanship Warranty

iii. 2 Years Distribution Systems Warranty

iv. 4 Years Roofing Material Warranty

v. 10 Years (insured) Structural Warranty

vi. Optional Extensions

vii. Dedicated Client Portal

Professional Property Management Firm governed by Developer then transitioned to Home Owners.

Yes. See Summary Sheet: Community Tab.

Initial $475 / month: Detailed line item budget presented to Buyers with Lot Deposit.

Yes. Completed by Reserve Studies, Inc.,  Cerritos, CA

All Lawn and Snow removal on the private home sites along with all Amenities including pool, pickleball court, Exercise Center / Equipment, …..

Yes. Bedford Falls Carmel is a “Lock and Leave”. HOA manages basic lawn care, snow removal.

No. Each home owner manages maintenance as they would on any single family home.

Public. The City of Carmel will do their usual phenomenal snow plowing.

Yes, three. Stragegically located. Ambient safety lighting by Dusk to Dawn lights on EACH home.

Yes, much like our previous community, Foster Estates (146th / Carey), mounds and vegetation will shield our community. Please feel free to drive through Foster Estates to see the ambiance we are creating.

Supplied at request See “The 10 Amazing Differences” of a Bedford Falls Carmel home. See Document

A list of national standards developed to make a home such that it remains accessible and functional for “Aging In Place”. Customized to fit our clientele.

Examples:

i. All Owner “living” on one level

ii. No Steps

iii. Height of switches and plugs

iv. Color contrasts

v. Door widths

vi. ……………………………

(full list available upon request)

NOTE: Universal Design is NOT legal designation of ADA however it offers most of the same considerations or potential for additional enhancements (grab bars, …………………)

Absolutely. Only the “footprint” of the home is fixed. Even that can be revised within reason. We are TRULY a Custom Option in Age Qualified Housing.

No. We are committed to “Non Monontony” as dictated by Carmel City Standards AND intend to carry that to the next level such that it “feels” like a custom neighborhood when you drive through.

Yes. Winterization by HOA.

HOA bylaws. Governed, revised as desired by the owners of the homes.

Yes. Electronic Access for Residents and their guests only.

YES: Under the constraints of the Covenants and approval of the HOA Design Review committee.

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