Basically, there is a standing requirement to create and maintain defensible space for the properties in the Northstar area.  And, the NCSD Board of Directors voted on October 21, 2009 that the seller of property in the area must disclose the status of defensible space to the buyer prior to close of escrow.  This approved Defensible Space Ordinance revision formally takes effect 30 days post-approval.

There is a “Defensible Space Pamphlet” available through the Northstar Fire Protection District. To comply with this mandate, the Sellers and Buyers of any real property in Northstar are to sign the detachable portion of the pamphlet, which formally acknowledges that they have received this information, and return it (by mail or in person) to the Northstar Fire Department prior to the close of escrow.

Northstar is a complete year-round destination resort located between Truckee and Lake Tahoe off Hwy 267. It is a master planned community with homes, condos and shared ownership opportunities. Amenities offered include an 18-hole golf course, a cross country ski center, a terrific downhill ski area for all abilities, swimming pool, saunas, spa, weight room, tennis courts, an equestrian center, a conference center, restaurants and shops. The home sites are approximately _ acre in size. The Big Springs community is a community within Northstar that consists of luxury homes built in an Old Tahoe style architecture. East West Partners is currently constructing The new Village at Northstar which is designed to be a four-season resort community. This new village will become a focal point for Northstar with luxurious ski-in, ski-out condominiums, a traditional outdoor ice skating rink and 60,000 square feet of retail space featuring a myriad of retail stores, art galleries, cafes and restaurants. The Village is being built in phases and properties are now available for purchase.