FAQs

Yes. The property on which Valnova is built was annexed into Eagle City in 2009. The city and Valnova have entered into a master development agreement which outlines how the community will be developed.

Valnova encompasses approximately 6000 acres of private land with access to public lands on the perimeter.

Valnova is approved for a maximum overall density of 7000 residential dwelling units and over 50% open space.

Valnova’s current land plan is to preserve over 50% of the land for open space, well above the 20% open space requirement in the development agreement.

Finished lots were delivered to builders in 2024. First residents could move in by fall 2025. Valnova is a 30+ year project that will grow intentionally and sustainably with the Eagle community.

Valnova is required and has built a full-service sewer treatment plant at its own cost. Prior to resident occupancy, the facility will be turned over to the Eagle Sewer District—at no cost to the district—for ongoing operations.

Valnova brought its own water rights to support the development and was required, before construction began, to assign those rights to Eagle City. In addition, Valnova is required and is building, at its own cost, the necessary water infrastructure to support the entire community.

As a master planned community in Eagle City, Valnova residents will receive first responder services from the Eagle Police Department and fire protection from Eagle Fire Protection District and the Middleton-Star Fire Protection District. Per the Valnova development agreement with the City of Eagle, Valnova will contribute 2 one-acre parcels of land for first responder facilities and $1 million dollars towards fire protection services.

The Valnova team spent a year researching and vetting local, regional, and national builders before selecting thirteen builders who will meet Valnova’s quality, design, and brand standards.

Whether it is a starter home that is a single-family attached or detached product, a second home, estate-lot home, or active adult community product, Valnova’s goal is to have “something for everyone.”

Yes. Custom lots will be available through the custom builders that are part of the Valnova builder pool.

Inside the Valnova community there will be commercial and retail services in the town/village center: food & beverage, office space, and other light retail. Along Highway 16 at the Valnova main entrance, there are 80 acres for future commercial development.

Per its development agreement with the City of Eagle, Valnova is required to provide space for two elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Valnova is also considering potential library services with the Eagle Public Library.

Yes. Valnova has a professionally managed Homeowner’s Association (HOA) to help support the common core amenities, to ensure the consistency of development standards, and maintain property values. Please see more information below.

Valnova will be a differential, highly-amenitized community that will enhance the active, outdoor lifestyle, promote community and connectivity, and bring families and friends together. Amenities include a 2.5 acre lake, indoor/outdoor pool, pickleball courts, tennis courts, regional trailhead and trail systerm, and more. See the Valnova VISION page for more details.

Valnova will be a “smart community” with access to state-of-the art technology services for work and recreation. HOA fees include 1 full GB high speed, fiber optic internet provided by Lumen (CenturyLink).

Valnova will be managed by a professional HOA that will have a lifestyle director and component to engage residents and the larger Eagle community in lifestyle events.

Valnova’s home product mix will feature “something for everyone.” We anticipate a variety of individuals and families of all ages living in Valnova–a “complete community.”

Valnova will be a highly amenitized community with a focus on outdoor recreation and healthy lifestyle. We anticipate a variety of hiking, running, walking, biking and wet amenities.

Valnova is partnering with Eagle City on the sports park and the Eagle Public Library. Valnova is a proud sponsor of the Library’s Family Place Space.

There will be dog park areas throughout the community.

Yes. Valnova will be guided by a coherent design plan and standards that will be governed by Valnova’s development agreement with Eagle City, Valnova’s internal design review committee, and the HOA.

Valnova is surrounded by preserved open lands that are to remain undeveloped and open for recreational use. These spaces give Valnova its sense of tranquility and unparalleled beauty.
Over 75 percent of residences within the Valnova community are adjacent to open space, parks, and recreational areas, affording access to nature and an outdoor-focused lifestyle. Over 50 percent of Valnova’s Community land—nearly 3,000 acres—will be preserved in its native condition or developed into community recreational activity areas or amenities.

Valnova is working with Eagle City’s museum director to identify, mark and install a monument to the trail.

Valnova is working with the Idaho Transportation Department on the grade separated interchange. Funding was secured bu October 2023, construction will begin in late 2025, and is anticipated to be completed by mid 2026.

Valnova is concentrating on getting infrastructure and utilities to homes first. The development of the commercial space is contingent on available utilities and the types of commercial entities that might want to locate on Highway 16.