TVC explains privatized housing at Peterson Published July 31, 2008 Tierra Vista Communities PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Tierra Vista Communities is a partnership formed between the U.S. Air Force and Actus Lend Lease that is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative, a critical component in the effort to eliminate inadequate housing and foster a better quality of life for U.S. servicemembers and their families. Since the public-private partnership officially began more than six months ago, several significant changes have taken place, with many more happening during the next few years. When completed, 597 new and 53 renovated houses will serve as homes for Peterson's military families. Through the MHPI program, Actus will build, renovate, manage and maintain TVC family housing for a minimum of 50 years, based on a 50-year land lease with the Air Force. TVC builds and maintains the home with the servicemember's rent allotment which equates to their Basic Allowance for Housing. Homes will range from 1,121 square feet to 1,657 square feet and include a minimum of three bedrooms, with a master suite and bathroom, energy-efficient appliances and ample storage space. The homes will be situated within welcoming communities featuring walkable neighborhoods, a lively community center, attractive open spaces and active hiking and biking trails, all of which encourage resident interaction. "The new homes of TVC at Peterson will deliver on our vision to build Airmen and their families the homes they deserve," said Jim Mullen, project director. "Through resident focus groups we learned what is important to Peterson families. As a result, each home is designed with the specialized needs of today's Airmen and their families in mind. Once completed, TVC will boast some of the finest in Air Force housing." In addition to providing new homes for servicemembers of all ranks, TVC will also perform all maintenance activities within the housing area, including grounds maintenance and snow removal. Residents requiring maintenance assistance may turn in work orders by phone or through the TVC website 24 hours a day, seven days a week or by visiting the TVC office during office hours. Completion of all of the new homes is expected by 2013.