Frequently Asked Questions
COMMUNITY
What is a master planned community?
A master planned community is a large-scale residential development that includes amenities for its residents. These amenities, such as swimming pools, fitness centers, social buildings, and dog parks, are what distinguish a master planned community from a typical housing subdivision.
Where is Candela located?
Candela is located in Richmond, TX in Fort Bend County. Small town charm meets easy access to conveniences, activities, and jobs in Houston, Sugarland, and Katy.
How far is Richmond, Texas from Houston?
Richmond, TX is 30 miles southwest of Houston. Our location is easily accessible via I-69, Westpark Tollway, or Grand Parkway.
How large is the Candela property?
The total size of the property is 578 acres. This includes park areas such as our future Solstice Park and future pocket parks. Other outdoor spaces include a playground, future dog park, and yoga lawn.
Who are the developers?
Johnson Development Services is the developer of Candela. They are a premier land development services company focused on delivering quality master planned community execution.
What amenities are available?
Our amenities focus on fun and adventure, connecting residents to the great outdoors, and great neighbors too.
- The Axis Amenity Center
- Future Solstice Park
- Pool & Splashpad
- Fitness Center
- Future Dog Park
- Yoga Lawn
- Playground
- Pavilion
- Multi-Purpose Room
Future amenities include an onsite elementary school!
HOMES
Who are the home builders at Candela?
Candela is proud to partner with three premier home builders:
- Coventry Homes
- Perry Homes
- Westin Homes
What is the price range for homes at Candela?
New construction homes range from the $300s to $800s.
How many total homes will there be?
Candela will build approximately 1,500 homes upon completion.
How do I contact the builders?
Coventry Homes:
- Sales Office:
- 40’ & 50’ | 713-730-7956
- 60’ & 70′ | 713-820-6572
- Sales Counselors:
- Juan Torres |Â jtorres@coventryhomes.com
- Leyna Do |Â ldo@coventryhomes.com
- Jeanne Mahoney |Â jeanne.mahoney@coventryhomes.com
- Tracy Davis |Â tdavis@coventryhomes.com
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Perry Homes:
- Sales Office:
- 40’ | 346-227-7694
- 50’ | 346-867-4941
- 60’ & 70′ | 346-867-4954
- Sales Counselors:
- Claudia Suazo |Â suazo@perryhomes.com
- Ginger Gayden |Â gayden@perryhomes.com
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Westin Homes:
- Sales Office:
- 40’, 50’, 60′ & 70’ | 281-758-8670
- Sales Counselors:
- Wesley Flanagan |Â wflanagan@westin-homes.com
What is a move-in ready home?
A move-in ready home (also known as a quick move in or QMI) is a home that is under construction or already completed and ready for you and your family to move into as soon as you’ve closed on the house.
VISITOR INFORMATION
Can I tour the amenities?
Yes! Come to The Axis amenity center, and you can tour the amenities with one of our management staff.
Where are the model homes located?
The model homes are all located in our model home park on Gleaming Dawn Way.
Coventry Homes
- 40’ | 26511 Gleaming Dawn Way
- 50’ | 26519 Gleaming Dawn Way
- 60’ & 70′ | 26539 Gleaming Dawn Way
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Perry Homes
- 40’ | 26507 Gleaming Dawn Way
- 50’ | 26527 Gleaming Dawn Way
- 60’ & 70′ | 26535 Gleaming Dawn Way
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Westin Homes
- 40’ | 26515 Gleaming Dawn Way
- 50’ |26523 Gleaming Dawn Way
- 60’ & 70′ | 26531 Gleaming Dawn Way
When are the model homes open?
The model homes are open to tour seven days a week.
- Coventry Homes: Tuesday-Saturday: 10 A.M. – 6 P.M. | Sunday-Monday: 12 P.M. – 6 P.M.
- Perry Homes: Monday-Saturday: 10 A.M. – 7 P.M. | Sunday: 12 P.M. – 7 P.M.
- Westin Homes: Monday-Saturday: 10 A.M. – 7 P.M. | Sunday: 12 P.M. – 7 P.M.
How do I get more information about Candela?
Email us at hello@candelatx.com
You can also visit us at our amenity center, The Axis, any day of the week. Our management staff will be happy to answer any of your questions!
HOA
What is an HOA?
A homeowners association is an organization responsible for enhancing the lives of a community’s residents and for safeguarding property values of the homes within the community. It does so by establishing rules and guidelines for maintaining the community’s overall appearance, overseeing the maintenance and repair of amenities and other community assets, and coordinating activities and events for residents.
How much is the annual HOA fee?
The HOA fee is $750/year.
What is included in the fee?
HOA dues finance community management and staff, amenity maintenance, operations and repairs, common space landscaping, and lifestyle programming and activities.
RESIDENT INFORMATION
What school district is Candela zoned to?
Candela is zoned to the acclaimed Lamar CISD. Residents currently attend:
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We will also have an onsite elementary school. Construction is projected to begin in 2022.
Click here to learn more about our schools and Lamar CISD Student Registration.
What is the total tax rate for Candela?
The current total tax rate is 3.14:
LCISD: 1.2420
FB ESD 4: 0.1
FB Drainage: 0.012900
FB Gen Fund: 0.438300
MUD 229: 1.35
What is a MUD tax?
A MUD (municipal utility district) is a special governmental entity created by the State of Texas. The MUD tax takes the place of typical city taxes.
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