Valencia by FivePoint Sets National Standard for Sustainable Living with Net Zero Commitment

Valencia by FivePoint, a master-planned community in the Santa Clarita Valley, is demonstrating how thoughtful planning can create a sustainable, eco-friendly living environment that appeals to a wide range of residents. With panoramic hillside views, parks, trails, and protected open spaces, the community offers a nature setting that residents describe as an oasis. But beyond aesthetics, Valencia integrates sustainable design elements that position it as a national model for environmentally responsible development.

The community's sustainable ethos extends into the architecture. Sixteen diverse home collections from prominent builders feature detached and attached designs in single-, two-, and three-story styles, ranging from 1,326 to 3,731 square feet and priced from the upper $500,000s to over $1.3 million. Every home is built to optimize energy efficiency with rooftop solar panels, tankless water heaters, Low-E windows, upgraded insulation, and Level 2 EV chargers planned in garages. These features not only reduce environmental impact but also lower utility costs for homeowners, making sustainable living economically attractive. For prospective buyers, builders such as Lennar (www.lennar.com), Richmond American Homes (www.richmondamerican.com), and Toll Brothers (www.tollbrothers.com) offer a variety of options to suit different lifestyles.

Transportation is another pillar of Valencia's sustainability strategy. Through VALENCIA GO®, the community's transportation management organization, residents and visitors have access to eco-friendly mobility options. A recent $100,000 contribution from VALENCIA GO to Santa Clarita Transit will bring a zero-emission transit bus to the community, connecting neighbors to downtown Santa Clarita and top-ranked schools in the Newhall, Saugus, and William S. Hart school districts. The Mobility Hub at Verve Park offers electric car-sharing in partnership with Envoy Technologies, with vehicles like the Volkswagen ID4 and Hyundai IONIQ 5 available for rent starting at $8 per hour, and a bikeshare program with Drop Mobility that provides residents with two hours of free riding and rental discounts. These initiatives reduce reliance on personal vehicles and promote a walkable, bikeable community.

Valencia's parks further enhance the quality of life. Confluence Park features a lap pool, kiddie pool, spa, cabanas, and a community garden, while Verve Park offers expansive lawns, a playground, an outdoor fitness zone, and a community clubhouse. Riparian Park, a new Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Department park, includes basketball courts, a sports field, and picnic areas. All three parks reflect FivePoint's commitment to preserving open space and creating inviting outdoor settings for people and pets.

Families are drawn to Valencia for its top-ranked schools and family-oriented atmosphere. Elementary students attend the Newhall or Saugus School Districts, while the William S. Hart District serves junior high and high school students. One homeowner noted, "We're glad that school is very nice and close, and I like to see my kids growing up with other kids in this family-oriented community."

At full buildout, Valencia by FivePoint is poised to become one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly communities of its kind in the nation. Its commitment to net zero greenhouse gas emissions and zero-net-energy homes and buildings, along with hundreds of EV charging stations across Los Angeles County, sets a new standard for developers. As cities and states grapple with climate change and housing demands, Valencia's integrated approach offers a replicable model for creating communities that are both economically vibrant and environmentally responsible. For more information, visit www.valencia.com.