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Florida's Nature Coast including Hernando, Citrus, Pasco, Marion, Sumter and Levy counties is quickly being discovered as a great place to live, work & retire. Cities like Crystal River, Homosassa, Inverness, Spring Hill, Brooksville and Ocala are growing rapidly.

The word is out about the "small town feel" with metropolitan amenities. This area of West Central Florida close to the Gulf of Mexico allows for an active Florida lifestyle with plenty of outdoor entertainment.

The area is dotted with natural wetlands, bird sanctuaries, wildlife refuges, parks and preserves as well as dozens of fine golf courses and don't forget some of the most beautiful rivers and lakes in Florida with outstanding freshwater & saltwater fishing and boating.

Our Goal at Richard Van Orden Distinctive Homes is to help you enjoy this lifestyle on the budget that is right for you. Now is the time to build a New Florida home, it has never been easier or more affordable than with Richard Van Orden Homes.

So Build today with a 3rd generation Florida home builder who's professional staff will give you personal service. Van Orden homes is offering an exceptional collection of single family homes that are designed for Florida living, can be customized to meet your many needs, and one is sure to fit your budget. Our enduring Quality, Design & Value guaranties your Satisfaction.

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NOWS THE TIME!!

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS SAVINGS IF YOU CAN!!!!

FOR THOSE OF YOU LOOKING TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME IN 2012 IN HERNANDO COUNTY, (THAT THE SPRING HILL/ BROOKSVILLE /RIDGE MANOR /ROYAL HIGHLANDS AREA OF FLORIDA)

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS GIFT FROM THE LOCAL COUNTY COMMISSION.  IT WILL SAVE YOU THOUSANDS IN FEES ASSESSED ON NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION. 

***NOTICE OF IMPACT FEE REVISION***
Hernando County Ordinance 2011-20 revised
the County's impact fee ordinance as follows:
1. Suspension of impact fees on ALL building permits issued between November 23, 2011, and November 15, 2012.
2. Non-residential buildings over five (5) years old are no      
longer subject to impact fees.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT IMPACT FEES IN HERNANDO COUNTY OR IN YOUR AREA FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US DIRECTLY.  AS ALL COUNTIES/CITIES ASSESS THEIR OWN FEES ON NEW HOME BUILDING. (Several other surrounding counties such as Citrus, Marion, & Levy Co. are also offering reduced or suspended impact fees for a limited times, feel free to inquire for details.)

Posted on Dec 19 2011 by grace
PARADE OF HOMES KICKS OFF WITH A ROARING START

EVERY BODY LOVES A PARADE, they say.  This weekend marked the beginning of the annual "Citrus/Hernando County Parade of Homes"  and this event started off with Sales Sales Sales... Friday Saturday and Sunday.  Needless to say a great success. 

 I would like to thanks all of the visitors who came out this weekend and toured our "Distinctive Homes" models in both Spring Hill and Sugarmill Woods and enjoyed the beautiful weather we had this weekend.   

TheCitrus parade will contiue for the next several weeks concluding on Sunday April 3rd.    

Posted on Mar 21 2011 by grace
Want To Own A Award Wining Model Home?
Both featured Parade models are available for purchase details below
Posted on Mar 09 2011 by grace
It's Spring & Time Again for the CCBA 2011 Citrus/Hernando Spring Parade of Homes!
Back by popular demand we are featuring our newest "Oasis Collection" designs.

The customers spoke & we listened! We've taken the best features from our collection of plans & combined them into a design that has struck the balance between luxury & affordablity. The "OASIS w/Media Rm." this layout is a spacious 2152 sq. ft. of living, with all the lifestyle amenities of a much larger & more expensive home.
Posted on Mar 09 2011 by grace
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