FAQ | Heron Bay Golf Community & Country Club in Locust Grove, Henry County, Georgia

Q:	Where is Heron Bay located?
A:	Heron Bay is located off Hwy. 155 approximately 5 miles southwest of I-75. The community can be reached from I-75 South by taking exit 216 (Hwy. 155). Turn right and proceed approximately 5 miles. The community entrance is on the right (approximately 1 mile past the intersection of Hwy. 155 and Bill Gardner Parkway). From I-75 North take exit 216. Loop around exit and turn right. Continue straight approx. 5 miles to community entrance on the right.
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Q:	Is Heron Bay the winner of the Gold Award as Community of the Year?
A:	Yes. The Greater Atlanta Home Builder's Association awarded its top industry honor to Heron Bay Golf & Country Club, naming it Community of the Year at their 25th Anniversary Professionalism Awards dinner. A national panel of judges brought in from 40 different states toured properties throughout the metro Atlanta area and selected Heron Bay for this prestigious award on the basis of overall community appeal, overall design, integration of product mix, overall signage and theme and the developer's ability to maximize aesthetic values and accentuate positive features of the land while minimizing less positive elements.
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Q:	How many homes will be built in Heron Bay?
A:	As currently planned, there will be approximately 2,300 homes.
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Q:	When will the golf course be open?
A:	Canongate at Heron Bay is now open for play!
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Q:	What does the Canongate membership include?
A:	Private Club Exclusivity 18-hole Championship Course Quality Practice Facilities Clubhouse and Restaurant Pool and Tennis Amenities Reciprocity at other Canongate Clubs Golf membership information can be obtained through Tom Reid at Canongate. His contact number is 770.320.8500. In addition, information on Canongate can be viewed at www.canongategolf.com.
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Q:	When will lots be available on the golf course?
A:	Homes are now being sold on golf course lots in The Links and Lakeview at Heron Bay. Information can be obtained through the Custom Home Sales Center at Heron Bay, 770.898.4891.
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Q:	Are lots currently available on the lake?
A:	Lakefront home sites are now available in Lakeview. Information can be obtained through the Custom Home Sales Center at Heron Bay, 770.898.4891.
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Q:	Can I bring in my own builder?
A:	No. Only approved builders in Heron Bay can buy lots in the community. If you have a builder in mind that you would like to use, you should have the builder send a résumé detailing his or her building experience and history to the address below. We would be happy to consider their company for inclusion in our custom builder group program. Information should be sent to ... Minerva Properties, LLP c/o Lana Houston 2292 Henderson Mill Road Atlanta, GA 30345
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Q:	Can I bring my own floor plan and have it custom built?
A:	Yes, most of our custom builders will build from plans provided by the prospective homeowner; however, the plans must be approved by the Architectural Review Board and must adhere to the building guidelines set forth at Heron Bay. Additional information can be obtained through the custom agents at Heron Bay, 770.898.4891.
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Q:	Will there be an active adult residential section in the community?
A:	There will be several low-maintenance patio-home neighborhoods within Heron Bay. They have been designed with the needs of the active adult in mind. They will include both golf and non-golf home sites. While the design of these neighborhoods is targeted to appeal to an active adult lifestyle, they will not be age-restricted.
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Q:	Is the Developer planning to gate the main entrance to Heron Bay at the Hwy 155 entrance?
A:	No, Minerva will not be installing a gate at the main entrance.
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Q:	Will any portion of the community be gated?
A:	Yes, the Lakeview neighborhood within the development is a gated-access community. The gate is located on Linkview Crossing at the entrance to Lakeview within Heron Bay.
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Q:	What type of homes will be built in the community?
A:	Heron Bay is a master-planned golf community with a variety of home styles and lot sizes. We have a neighborhood designed to offer a low-maintenance lifestyle with patio lots as small as 6,000 square-feet. We also have traditional neighborhoods with lots ranging from 1/4-to 1/2-acre. Heron Bay has three estate neighborhoods with lots ranging from 3/4-to 11/2 acres.
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Q:	Where are the parks located in Heron Bay?
A:	There are currently parks in the following neighborhoods: Pinehurst, Wildewood, The Springs and Lakeview. The neighborhood parks are designed to be passive recreation areas for picnics, etc. The sports fields in the Parkwood neighborhood is geared toward active pursuits i.e. soccer, Frisbee, etc.
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Q:	Where is the sports field?
A:	The sports field is located behind the homes in the Parkwood neighboorhood (between the homes and the commercial area). Access is from Granby Lane and parking is provided for 12 cars.
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Q:	Where is the Lakefront Park?
A:	The Lakefront Park is the main lake park for the community and is located at the end of View Pointe Drive in The Links Neighborhood. Take Heron Bay Boulevard and turn left on View Pointe Drive.
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Q:	When will the Lakefront park be open and what amenities will be included in the Lakefront Park?
A:	The Lakefront Park & Pavilion is open and available to residents and their guests. This park serves as the focal point for lakeside viewing for the entire Heron Bay community. The features include a catering kitchen, overhead fans, picnic tables, fire pits, swings, an IPOD docking station and parking for 30 cars. For rental information, contact Carla Cooper at 678.432.7790.
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Q:	When will the walking trails be ready within Heron Bay?
A:	The Oak Trail, Buckeye Trail and Azalea Trail are open and consist of approximately 2+ miles of trails. Future phases will be staged with development.
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Q:	What are the plans for retail development in the surrounding area?
A:	A new Publix shopping center is now open at the corner of Bill Gardner Parkway and Hwy. 155, just 1 mile north of Heron Bay. Residents of Heron Bay can grocery shop at an 80,000-square-foot super Ingles grocery outlet just east of I-75 on Bill Gardner Parkway. In addition, a Publix shopping center is located at 920 Hwy. 81E in McDonough, and a Publix and a Kroger are located at 301 Jonesboro Road also in McDonough. The Tanger Outlet Mall is also located just east of I-75 within 6 miles of the community. A national mall developer, Simon Properties, has announced plans for a new regional mall in Henry County, to be named South Pointe. JC Penney and Kohls are now open at the South Pointe location. The mall site is located at exit 218 (Hwy. 20) off I-75. Many major "big box" retailers also have sites within an easy drive of Heron Bay. These retailers include Super Target, Super Walmart, The Home Depot and Lowe's.
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Q:	When will the retail and office property at the entrance to Heron Bay be developed, and what businesses are likely to be established?
A:	The Town Center development on the south side of the entrance is now underway. The commercial area on the north side of the entry will be developed as a future phase. The developer's intent is to promote businesses that will benefit and be useful to the residents of Heron Bay. Such businesses could include daycare center, medical offices, dry cleaner, restaurants, banks, pharmacy real estate office, etc. As of October 2007, committed businesses include: Spalding Regional Urgent Care at Heron Bay had its grand opening on October 5th, 2007. The public opening was Monday, October 8th, 2007. Visit www.SpaldingRegionalUrgentCare.com for additional information. Bank of Griffin will be opening July 2008 Bay Pharmacy is now open as a full-service 2,400 sq. ft. pharmacy with a drive through. Other businesses negotiating to locate here include a full-service dry cleaner, optometrist, daycare, Mexican restaurant, Japanese restaurant, a hair salon with beauty supply and a nail salon. Subway's corporate office has approved the site and will be negotiating for an operator. For additional information, please go to www.TownCenteratHeronBay.com or contact Tom Posey at 404-406-4026.
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Q:	What is the Village at Heron Bay and where is it located?
A:	The land south of the Wildewood neighborhood, which fronts Hwy. 155, is owned by Minerva and is zoned for a variety of commercial, office and residential uses. It is designed to be a "village-style" commercial node, surrounded by a variety of different types of residential uses including live/work units, apartments, condos, town homes and single-family housing. The goal is to have smaller spaces with uses such as book shops, bakery, barber, bar, restaurants, butcher, art shop, real estate office, etc. (not typical "big box" retail).
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Q:	Whom do future vendors or contractors contact if they are interested in future retail space at Heron Bay?
A:	Please contact the association: 678.432.7790. This information will be forwarded to the developer.
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Q:	What are the schools for Heron Bay?
A:	Henry County residents of Heron Bay will attend Bethlehem Elementary school starting in the 2007 - 2008 school year. This brand new school is located off Bethlehem Road just a short distance from Heron Bay. Luella Middle School and Luella High School are located at a new complex located within 2 miles of Heron Bay on Hampton Locust Grove Road. Spalding County residents of Heron Bay will attend Jordan Hill Elementary School, Kennedy Road Middle School and Spalding High School.
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Q:	Is Minerva planning to open a Charter School within the Heron Bay Community?
A:	Yes. The Charter School is a concept only at this point and will require the full support of the two Boards of Education (Henry and Spalding County). The proposed Charter School is scheduled to open in August 2009 for Kindergarten - 5th grade. One grade will be added each school year up to 8th grade, for a total enrollment of 550 students. Minerva will play a large role in the creation of this proposed school, but the ultimate management, success and long-term quality of the school will be driven by the people who have the most at stake - the parents of the children who will attend.
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Q:	Who has access to the Cole Reservoir?
A:	Heron Bay residents or anyone who has an active account with the Henry County Water and Sewage Authority (HCWSA) has the capability to obtain a seasonal permit, which must be purchased through HCWSA. Their contact information follows: Phone #: 770.957.6659; or website: www.HCWSA.com Address: 1695 Hwy.-20 W, McDonough, GA 30253 Directions to public dock: Once you leave Heron Bay, turn left onto Hwy. 155. Turn left onto Hampton Locust Grove Road. Stay on Hampton Locust Grove Road for about 1 mile and turn left onto Weems Road. Follow Weems Road to the end to get to the access ramp. The Cole Reservoir is owned by HCWSA and is governed by their guidelines and restrictions. Currently the guidelines are as follows: Fishing is permitted in designated areas from April 1 through September 30, 7 am to 7 pm, Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday only, and Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day. No fishing is allowed from the banks at Heron Bay. Swimming is not permitted. Please check with HCWSA for additional information or changes in these guidelines.
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Q:	How much are the yearly association fees and what are they paying for?
A:	The Heron Bay annual fees are currently $510. Neighborhood associations may have additional yearly fees. These fees are used for the maintenance of the common areas, the pools, amenities, street lights in common areas, landscaping and other expenses that the community may incur. A budget summary will be provided to each homeowner within 120 days after the fiscal year closes.
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