November 12, 2007 Release: Immediate For: Stonefield Development Contact: Liz Newman, Bailey Gardiner 619-295-8232, liz@baileygardiner.com STONEFIELD DEVELOPMENT OPENS REBUILDING CENTER TO ASSIST FIRE SURVIVORS Custom homebuilder once again ready to begin rebuilding efforts for affected communities Rancho Bernardo, Ca. - Stonefield Development, a leading regional high-end custom and ONE-OF-A-KIND builder, is offering fire survivors who lost their homes in the Witch Creek fire a chance to rebuild. The homebuilder has opened a rebuilding center at 16959 Bernardo Center Drive, suite 100 in Rancho Bernardo. At the new rebuilding center homeowners are able to receive information on Stonefield's blueprint for rebuilding after a natural disaster, and learn about custom rebuilding and group rebuild plans that offer cost savings. "We are helping the residents of San Diego who have lost so much get back on track to start rebuilding their lives as quickly as possible," said Robert C. Pack, founder and owner of Stonefield. "We are offering our assistance and providing accurate information about how to begin the rebuilding process, as there are numerous facts to learn and major decisions to be made." Stonefield was an influential part of the rebuilding efforts in Scripps Ranch after the 2003 Cedar fires. They were selected as the overwhelming favorite among residents to rebuild 81 homes in the Whispering Ridge neighborhood. Stonefield develops a hands-on a strategic plan and program to get residents back into their new homes in a timely manner. It's considered the nation's largest such undertaking by one homebuilder in a disaster area. "Given our team's previous experience with rebuilding fire-stricken communities in Scripps Ranch and working one-on-one with those fire survivors, I'm confident we can make this experience a positive one for those looking to rebuild after the most recent fires," said Pack. Residents who visit the Stonefield Rebuilding Center will be introduced to a knowledgeable team member who will review the following items: what to look for in a homebuilder and which important questions to ask, learn about what the Stonefield team accomplished for homeowners in Scripps Ranch and how those fire survivors organized, proposed plans for an organized group rebuild, review general timelines, review specifics about lot size, the home they lost, and what they would like to rebuild. Due to the fact that Stonefield has undertaken this enormous effort before, they already have key resources in place that are ready to begin work. These include help with insurance, architects, planning, permits, sub-contractors, designers and landscapers. Since Stonefield is a custom homebuilder, they are a "one stop shop" and are able to produce a custom or ONE-OF-A-KIND home that is designed and built to the needs of the owner. The Stonefield Rebuilding Center is located at 16959 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite 100; San Diego 92128. To make an appointment, call 858.487.4400 or visit www.stonefielddevelopment.com. Office Hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or later by appointment. Walk-in appointments are also available. From I-15 take Rancho Bernardo Rd. east, cross Bernardo Center Drive and take the first driveway on the right. Drive up the hill past the construction and parking is under the building to the right. Stonefield Development is a mid-size, privately held builder specializing in custom and ONE-OF-A-KIND homes throughout Southern California since 1986. Stonefield received the "Builders Helping Neighbors Community Service Award" from the Building Industry Association of San Diego County (BIA) in 2004. The company was also awarded "Best of Show" in the 2001 Tour d' Elegance Luxury Home Tour at Cielo in Rancho Santa Fe, California. Stonefield has built in many coveted neighborhoods in Southern California including Rancho Santa Fe, Encinitas, The Crosby, Shady Canyon, Crystal Cove, Coto de Caza and Newport Beach. BACK