The Building Industry Association (BIA) of Central Ohio has picked New Albany as the location of the 2010 BIA Parade of Homes scheduled for July 9 through 25.

This 58th Parade in 2010 will be located in Ackerly Park, an 18-acre site near the intersection of Market Street and Main Street in the New Albany Village Center District. This location is believed to be the first ever Parade situated within the center of a community.

The BIA has previously hosted three Parades in New Albany, including the 1991 Parade, which premiered the very first neighborhoods of the New Albany Country Club communities.

"The BIA is very excited to be returning to New Albany for the 2010 BIA Parade of Homes,” says Jim Hilz, executive director, BIA of Central Ohio. “Ackerly Park will provide Parade attendees with a total lifestyle experience by being able to tour the homes and within walking distance, access the diverse amenities of New Albany. We expect it will be an outstanding site, not to mention a fantastic development once completed.”

New Albany Company (NACO) is the developer of Ackerly Park and the master planner of nearly 10,000 acres within the Village of New Albany and surrounding areas which includes residential, commercial and community uses. NACO President Bill Ebbing cites the company’s unwavering commitment to the highest quality master planning and architecture consistent with the vision of NACO owner Leslie Wexner as reasons for the lasting appeal of New Albany.

“Ackerly Park is another captivating chapter in the ongoing story of New Albany,” Ebbing says. “Each neighborhood has a distinct approach that speaks to quality minded buyers who are not just looking for a home, but for a lifestyle. Within walking distance to the library, The McCoy Center for the Arts, our school campus, country club, parks, places of worship and Market Square shops, Ackerly Park is perfect for individuals and families looking for connectivity and a more urban feel.”

In addition to the signature Georgian architecture, leisure trails, parks, ponds and pleasant streetscapes that are the essence of each New Albany neighborhood, the homes of Ackerly Park will present a unique opportunity for environmentally-friendly living. Parade homes will showcase the latest technology and energy efficiency options available as well as durable products and cost sensitive construction techniques.

A component of New Albany that has burgeoned since the last Parade was held there in 1998 is the 2,000-acre business campus to the north of State Route 161. Much of the growth in this area has contributed to the residential success of the New Albany Country Club communities, with associates from the businesses choosing New Albany as a place to both live and work.

Abercrombie & Fitch, American Electric Power, AETNA, Commercial Vehicle Group, Discover Financial Services, Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, Tween Brands and Travel Solutions are just a few of the more than 300 businesses located in New Albany.  school district soared New Albany to one of Central Ohio’s premiere communities.”

For more information, visit www.biaparade.com or www.newalbanyrealty.com.