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Developer outlines ‘Viva Bene’ active‑adult plan for North End phase 2
Summary
Avenue Development described an active‑adult (55+) building called Viva Bene as part of the North End phase 2 master plan, emphasizing socialization, concierge navigation services and a proposed timeline; developers and commission members discussed affordability, leasing and transition to higher care levels.
Avenue Development told Carmel’s Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Senior Living on July 23 that it plans an active‑adult, 55+ lifestyle community called Viva Bene as part of the North End phase 2 master plan recently approved by the city council.
Mike Mattingly, co‑founder and principal of Avenue Development, said the project aims to combine “attainability and socialization. Period.” He described Viva Bene as a modern active‑adult model that sits between Class A multifamily and independent living, offering amenities and a non‑licensed concierge navigation service to help residents coordinate health services.
Mattingly said the development is intended to help residents “age in place” by providing virtual…
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