Bought land in increments over a five-year period, developed in five phases. Active and passive solar home designs. Natural drainage systems based on Ian McHarg's model. Pedestrian friendly design with bike paths and narrow streets. Edible landscaping and organic agriculture.
Homes have a low turnover and sell faster.
Very low crime rate in neighborhood. Lowered ambient air temperature by 15 F by reducing paving. By 1989, much of Village Homes' residential food was produced in the neighborhood. Average number of cars per household is reduced from surrounding Davis neighborhoods. For inquiries about RMI see General Information Inquiries .