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Residential development entrance with open metal gates, a paved road, and homes beyond green lots.

The Waters

The Waters offers more than real estate—it offers lifestyle. This is a community intentionally curated for those who seek privacy, refined design, and a connection to nature, all within a well-regarded school district and one of the most desirable locations on Billings’ West End.

 

 

Development Description

 

 

Basic Information

Features & Amenities

Use & Ownership
Residential Use Only: Each lot is for one single-family home and one matching shop (up to 1,600 sq ft). No Rentals for 1 Year: Owners must occupy the home for 12 months before renting. No rentals under 30 days; vacation rentals (like Airbnb/VRBO) are not allowed. No Commercial Use: Home-based businesses are okay if discreet (no signs, traffic, or employees outside the home). No Further Subdivision: Lots can't be split into smaller parcels.
Design, Construction & Appearance
Design Review Required: All home, landscaping, and outbuilding plans must be approved by the Design Review Committee (DRC). Minimum Main Floor Size: 1,600 sq ft of livable space (not including garage, porches, etc.). No Modular or Log Homes: All builds must be new, stick-built, and on permanent foundations. No metal buildings. Setbacks: Front: 25 ft Side: 10 ft (25 ft on a street-facing side) Rear: 20 ft Roof Pitch: Minimum 4/12 with approved materials. Fencing: Must be approved. Only white vinyl (non-street facing) or decorative black metal (front) allowed. No wood, chain link, or front yard fences. Garage/shop must match home in color and material. Yard Lighting: Required in the front yard. Construction Timeframe: Must start within 1 year of plan approval and finish exterior within 1 year.
Landscaping & Lot Care
Landscaping: Must be completed within 9 months of occupancy. Park strips and stormwater ditches must be grass (no rock or mulch). No removal of natural features from other lots or common areas. Lots must be well-maintained: Clean, orderly, and aesthetically pleasing.
Parking & Storage
No street parking over 24 hours. RVs, boats, trailers, etc. must be stored inside an enclosed structure. No pods or temporary storage longer than 5 days. Driveways: Must be concrete or asphalt.
Pets & Animals
No livestock or poultry. Dogs, cats, and typical household pets are okay but must be leashed when off the owner’s lot and not cause a nuisance.
Utilities
Individual Wells & Septic Systems are required, installed and paid for by each lot owner. Underground Utilities Only. No overhead lines. Individual Wells: Depth: 55–60 feet Cost Estimate: $10,000–$15,000 Level 3 Individual Septic Systems: Required due to local nitrate levels Cost Estimate: $30,000–$45,000 depending on house size and soil conditions No shared or community systems — each homeowner maintains their own
HOA
HOA Dues: Set by the board, currently not specified. Capped at a 15% increase/year without majority approval. Initial Capital Assessment: $500 due at closing. Association Responsibilities: Maintenance of roads, gates, trails, stormwater systems, and park. 100/month HOA fee Includes: Gate maintenance Park upkeep Paid annually (preferred), but monthly payments are accepted :raised_hands: Long-Term Vision Developers are intentional and thoughtful, placing emphasis on quality over speed Strict builder standards preserve the neighborhood's character and investment value Every lot and design decision is made with future homeowners in mind No temporary residences, campers, or RVs may be used for living. No fireworks or firearm discharge. No excessive noise or nuisances.
Builder Policies
Design Committee approval is required. The Design Committee consists of the subdivision's developers. Estimated approval timeline: 1 week Builders must align with the architectural integrity and design standards of the community.

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Aerial view of The Waters development, with a house, undeveloped lots, and agricultural fields.
Aerial view of a development site with a paved road, one house, and farmland beyond.
Aerial view of vacant development lots and a curving road beside broad agricultural fields.
Aerial view of graded development lots and a winding road beside green fields, with a distant ridgeline.
Aerial view of a home under construction beside a newly paved road and undeveloped lots.
Aerial view of a developing subdivision with a new paved road and graded lots.
Aerial view of The Waters development with graded lots, curving roads, and green lawns.
Aerial view of a landscaped property with several buildings, lawns, parking areas and paved drives.
Aerial view of a residential development with a newly built home, unfinished lots, farmland, and distant mountains.
Aerial view of a residential development with a new road and undeveloped lots beside farmland.
The Waters development with rows of homes, green fields, and surrounding farmland.
Aerial view of The Waters development, with new homes, open lots, and farmland beyond.
Aerial view of a residential development beside a broad green field and undeveloped land.
Aerial view of homes and streets beside broad cultivated fields, with a distant ridgeline.
Aerial view of The Waters development, with green fields and construction equipment in the foreground.
Aerial view of vacant development land beside a residential neighborhood and cultivated fields.
Aerial view of green and plowed fields, rural homes, and roads beneath distant hills.
Aerial view of green development lots beside a curving paved road, with homes in the distance.
Aerial view of large fields beside a road, with homes and a distant town.
New residential development with a paved road, green lawns, and a partially finished house.
New residential development with young trees, green lawns, paved streets, and homes beneath a clear blue sky.
New residential development with a paved road, young trees, green lawns, and a house under construction.
Rural land with crop rows, a central evergreen, and distant homes beneath a wide blue sky.
Vacant grassy lot beside a paved road, with white fencing, mature trees, and homes in the background.
Green lawn and sidewalk beside a long white fence, with homes and trees beyond.
Gated community entrance with a paved drive, green lawns, and open countryside beyond.
Residential development entrance with a black metal gate, fenced lawns, and open hills beyond.
Aerial view of a residential development with a winding road, homes, green lots, and surrounding farmland.
Aerial view of green development lots and a winding paved road beside farmland and homes.
The Waters development entrance with black metal gates, paved road, and green lawns.
Aerial view of a gated subdivision entrance beside a broad green field and distant homes.
Fenced grassy area with young trees and homes in the distance.
Aerial view of homes and a curving road surrounded by fields, with distant hills.

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