Press release photo: Horizon Lakes July 2025 Groundbreaking Event. left to right: Lorne Liechty, Commissioner, Precinct 3 Rockwall County; Bobby Gallana, Commissioner, Precinct 1 Rockwall County; Don Huffines, Founder & Owner of Huffines Enterprises; Mayor Bryan McNeal, Mayor of City of McLendon-Chisholm. Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
McLendon-Chisholm, TX (July 29, 2025) — Huffines Enterprises broke ground last week on Horizon Lakes, its highly anticipated 900-acre master-planned community in Rockwall County, with a celebratory event hosted at the future site on Farm to Market 550. The ceremony marked the beginning of Phase 1, which will deliver approximately 590 homesites and a premier amenity center overlooking the lake.
The Horizon Lakes groundbreaking drew an impressive turnout of local leaders, community partners, and key stakeholders—underscoring the development’s anticipated role in shaping the region’s continued growth. Among the notable attendees were McLendon-Chisholm Mayor Bryan McNeal, Rockwall County City Manager Lorne Liechty, and members of both the McLendon-Chisholm and Heath City Councils. Representing Huffines Enterprises and Huffines Communities were founders Don and Phillip Huffines, along with Vice President and Project Manager Colin Huffines.
The ceremony featured remarks from Colin Huffines, who outlined the development’s vision, master plan, and delivery timeline. Don and Phillip Huffines followed, reflecting on the legacy of Huffines Enterprises and Huffines Communities and the strategic significance of Horizon Lakes. Mayor McNeal and City Manager Liechty also spoke, both highlighting the project’s importance to the future of McLendon-Chisholm, Heath, and Rockwall County. In addition to civic and development leaders, the event welcomed many of the project’s key collaborators—from land planners, engineers, and excavators to top-tier homebuilders and VIP Realtors. Horizon Lakes’ builder lineup currently includes CastleRock Communities, Pulte Homes, and Toll Brothers, with the first homes expected in 2027.
“Horizon Lakes represents our family legacy and vision to create a nature-forward, resort-style community in one of the most desirable areas in Texas,” said Colin Huffines, Vice President and Project Manager at Huffines Enterprises. “We’re proud to work alongside experienced homebuilders and partner with local officials to bring this thoughtfully planned community to life, and we’re just getting started!”
Phase 1 is the beginning of an upscale, amenity-rich community designed for first-time, and move-up buyers seeking scenic living, resort-style features, and access to quality builders in a thoughtfully planned setting. With home prices projected from the low $500,000s to over $2 million, Horizon Lakes will ultimately offer 1,800 homes, miles of hike-and-bike trails, a recreational lake, pickleball courts, a lakeside restaurant, an amphitheater, and a modern event space—designed for both everyday living and elevated experiences. Horizon Lakes is on track to set a new standard for luxury master-planned communities in Rockwall County.
About Horizon Lakes
Horizon Lakes will be a thriving, master-planned community, thoughtfully designed to offer a balance of nature, connectivity and modern living. Located 30 miles east of downtown Dallas in the charming suburbs of McLendon-Chisholm and Heath, Horizon Lakes provides access to the Rockwall Independent School District’s highly rated education facilities, beautiful natural surroundings and premium home sites. The combination of pastoral vistas and proximity to employment and entertainment centers will position Horizon Lakes as the ideal destination for families seeking comfort and a relaxed lifestyle in Rockwall County. To learn more, visit the Horizon Lakes website.
About Huffines Communities
Huffines Communities, founded in 1985, is one of the largest privately held multifamily and single-family developers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Since its inception, the company has built over 2,400 apartment units and developed more than 20,000 single-family lots in North Texas. With over 40 years of experience, Huffines Communities is dedicated to creating high-quality communities in Dallas-Fort Worth that meet the needs of their residents.
About Huffines Enterprises
Huffines Enterprises, the parent company of Huffines Communities, creates and maintains first-class neighborhoods that support residents through quality, affordable homes and outstanding amenities. Huffines Enterprises communities are geared toward creating exceptional lifestyles and experiences for all residents. From the community drive-up to the driveways, from street signs to street curves, from social interaction to student education, the experts at Huffines Enterprises focus on all details that contribute to living well. For more information, please visit the Huffines Enterprises website.
Submitted press release by Melissa Hodges, edited for publication in Blue Ribbon News. Courtesy photos.
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