This picture shows the simulated post development view of Sabino Springs submitted by the developer, Perini Land and Development, to Pima County as required for the adoption of the Specific Plan (Ordinance #1990-53).  Although only a simulation, it was submitted to satisfy the requirements of the Specific Plan Visual Mitigation Study.

Note that homes in the Sabino Estates area are generally shown with an expanse of natural open space between them that is as wide or wider than the breadth of the homes themeselves.  This natural open space separating most of the homes is over 100 feet.  Under the developer's increased grading request, this amount of separation between homes, especially below the road, would be extremely difficult to achieve without reducing the number of homes.