DR Horton Clears Saguaros for Marana Homes, Neighbors Outraged

Outrage in Marana, Arizona: Homeowners Fume as Builder Clears Saguaro Cacti for New Homes

Residents of a Marana, Arizona, housing development express discontent after DR Horton, the builder, cleared dozens of saguaro cacti from the land behind their homes to make way for new houses. The developer initially relocated some of the iconic plants but later bulldozed the rest, leaving the area bare. Homeowners, who had waited years and paid premiums for the mountain and cactus views, feel misled and believe saguaros were fully protected. They claim sales agents downplayed the risks, leading to extra costs of $18,000 to $50,000 per lot for the now-gone scenery. DR Horton met town rules by setting aside nearly 50% of the project as untouched open space, but neighbors are pushing for refunds or replacement cacti. The company stands by its commitment to responsible development and 80 acres of preserved space, highlighting growing pains in expanding desert communities.

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