December 2007 - The first two cottages under construction have drywall in place and were finished enough for future residents to have a guided tour this month. Cottages 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 12 and 13 are in various stages of construction. Work is progressing on the apartment building. The new Market Place is awaiting cabinetry and equipment and is expected to open in February.

October 2007 - The aerial view (below) of the Kendal at Lexington site shows the extent of earth work required for the Phase II expansion, including cottages, apartment building expansion, and new parking areas. (To view an expanded image of the aerial photo click here or on the image below.) The middle photo shows a new parking area cut into the circle at the community center. The photo below to the right shows some footings for the new apartment building.

September 2007 - Interior renovations are underway. Dining Services have temporarily relocated to Anderson Hall and the new Market Place is expected to open in early 2008.

Cottage construction is well underway.

Development of 32 cottage sites.

August 14, 2007. Phase II utility work is progressing on schedule. Sewer, water, electric, natural gas, phone, cable, and data services are being installed. The underground power line has been installed and the overhead line has been removed.

August 1, 2007. Kendal at Lexington is very conscientious about preserving the vitality of our local waterways, including Woods Creek and the tributary known as "Sunnyside Run". Every effort is being made by the Kendal Construction Team to mitigate erosion and prevent sediment from entering the creek, including silt fences, sediment traps, sediment basins, and diversion dikes. Soil stabilization measures will include temporary seeding and mulching until permanent measures can be taken:

July 16, 2007. The site is being cleared and erosion and sediment control measures are being constructed. The contractor is using an "air curtain" burner to dispose of site debris. The air curtain creates a very hot fire that helps minimize smoke and other fire by-products making it more environmentally friendly: