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Mountain House Becomes California's Newest City

The planned community, now home to 24,500 residents, faces challenges from extreme heat and limited amenities.

Altamont Pass, California
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Overview

  • Mountain House is California's first new city in over a decade, officially incorporated this week.
  • The community was built in 1991 and has grown rapidly, attracting diverse residents priced out of the Bay Area.
  • Residents face oppressive heat, with temperatures often exceeding 100 degrees during summer months.
  • The city aims to develop more commercial infrastructure and amenities to support its growing population.
  • Despite challenges, residents express optimism about the city's future development and community spirit.