What We Know So Far

Overview

Spanish Lake covers about 19 square miles. It includes neighborhoods, parks, farmland, and commercial areas. About 66% of the land is open space, agriculture, or vacant land.

Residents often describe Spanish Lake as:

  • A place with natural beauty

  • A mix of rural and suburban living

  • A community with strong connections

Key Takeaways

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What we know so far is based on information about the community. For those who want to learn more, the section below takes a closer look at the data behind these insights.

Spanish Lake strengths:

  • Strong natural assets

  • A committed community

  • A unique regional location

Spanish Lake challenges:

  • Housing conditions

  • Limited retail and local business opportunities

  • Safety and mobility for all people (not just those who have a car or can drive)

See the Data

Exisiting Conditions

The Existing Conditions Report (ECR) is the deep dive into the data that identifies key issues in the study.
The ECR will be available for review soon.

Next Steps

The next step is to turn these insights into a clear plan for the future.