By Daniel Smith Large-scale growth has arrived in Chaffee County; from Poncha Springs to Buena Vista to Salida; construction, houses and development all reflect that growth. The growth trend recently was focused on a proposed large development north of Salida at the historic Centerville ranch; a sprawling 950-acre parcel just off U.S. Hwy. 285, across the highway from the Mesa Antero subdivision. Developer Jeff Ince purchased the land for about $1.3 million, with plans to develop it over two decades as residents seeking a more rural environment came to the area; more than 200 homes were envisioned in the initial ...
