Chaffin/Light  Associates

Chaffin/Light Associates, the internationally-recognized development company behind Balsam Mountain Preserve, is widely hailed as a leader in sustainable development, which calls for planning low-density communities focused on preserving nature and open spaces.

The brainchild of James J. Chaffin, Jr. and James W. Light, the firm's principals, this concept revolutionized the development industry while also creating authentic, organic, and original communities in sought-after natural environments. The hallmarks of sustainable development include permanently dedicating a substantial portion of the community's land for open space and trails, then protecting the land with conservation easements and deed covenants.

MISSION STATEMENT

We create authentic, natural and livable communities, clubs, and neighborhoods that provide rewarding life experiences for the families who become part of them and the teams that help develop them.

At Chaffin/Light Associates, we are committed to:

• Creating the highest quality communities using environmentally sensitive, conservation-based development practices.
• Exceeding the expectations of our real estate clients, community residents, and club members in every area of our operation.
• Delivering superior amenities staffed by associates who deliver consistently memorable service experiences.
• Preserving the value of our communities through control over architectural design.
• Giving back in meaningful ways to the communities in which we work.

Learn more about Chaffin/Light Associates here.

“We saw Balsam Mountain Preserve for the first time in October 2004…we loved the feel of the Boarding House and cottages and sensed that this was a unique property.  Preservation and conservation played an important role in our decision making process.  The final decision followed our research of Jim Chaffin and Jim Light and their previous projects.”

- Debby and Robert Fleischer, Charlotte, North Carolina