Sagebrush Homes at Ephraim Crossing appoints new construction team
EPHRAIM – Sagebrush Homes at Ephraim Crossing, a single-family community of 50 home sites, has appointed a new construction team to manage and construct its homes. Ephraim-based Todd Alder Construction is now managing the construction of homes in the community, with four currently under construction and more scheduled to begin by the end of March.
“Like every homebuilder in the country, we experienced challenges in our construction process. From delays due to unavailable materials to the impacts of a country-wide labor shortage, homebuilding has had to adjust in order to continue building,” said Rob Peccole, president of Sagebrush Homes. “While these challenges don’t change the value of the homes, they do affect the time it takes to build them. With strong local partners, we are now in a much better position to continue building these much-needed homes in Ephraim.”
Led by Ephraim resident Todd Alder, Todd Alder Construction has provided all pre-development services for Sagebrush Homes, including streets, sidewalks, water and sewer. Considered by many to be one of Central Utah’s top-quality contractors, Alder has a long career of constructing both residential and commercial buildings. “His involvement now in our vertical construction was a natural fit,” said Peccole. All building and fabrication at Sagebrush Homes is now being done locally in Utah.
All 50 homes in the community are projected to be completed within two years, with home sales currently underway and being managed by Ephraim native Tiffany Alder. Construction financing was completed by Casey Dyreng of State Bank of Southern Utah and home loans are being facilitated by Kristofer Jorgensen of Security National Mortgage Company’s Ephraim office. Title services are being offered through Central Utah Title.
“There’s no question that there is a huge housing shortage in Sanpete County and Central Utah,” said Dyreng. “We have more jobs here than we’ve ever had, due in part to people working from home, but also new manufacturing companies. Our labor force just hasn’t kept up, and a big reason why is we don’t have adequate housing.”
Dyreng said Sagebrush Homes is providing needed housing in Ephraim. “The project is much needed and we need selection for our buyers. It empowers them as we get a bigger selection of homes,” he said. “I also found the developers very honest and forthright. They are not afraid to ask questions and get input. They have been great partners and are providing much needed services for Sanpete County.”
Dyreng also pointed to community improvements that have come about as a result of the overall Ephraim Crossing development. “The overall plan with Ephraim Crossing involves a stop light and a road to Ephraim Canyon,” he said. “Right now, that road is a bit of a mess and goes through neighborhoods and school areas. The development will bring more of a straight shot to Ephraim Canyon and the Manti-La Sal National Forest. It’s notable that the developers are committed to make improvements in the city that make Ephraim a better place.”
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