Park City, Utah is one of the most sought-after resort markets in the country — and new construction here looks nothing like a standard residential purchase. From gated communities like Promontory and Tuhaye to ski-in/ski-out residences near Deer Valley and Empire Pass, builders and developers in Park City operate on their own terms. Their contracts are written to protect them, not you. Their on-site sales agents work for them, not you.
Buyers who walk into a Park City sales office without independent representation often don't realize the disadvantage they're at until it's too late. Amelia Turbyfill has guided buyers through new construction purchases across Park City's most competitive communities — and she comes to the table already knowing what's negotiable, what's not, and where the real risks are.
Most buyers assume new construction in Park City works like buying a resale home. It doesn't. Here's what's different — and why it matters:
The builder's agent represents the builder. The friendly sales agent in the model home has one job: get the best deal for the developer. They cannot advise you on whether the price is fair, what you should negotiate, or what risks exist in the contract.
Builder contracts are not standard. Park City developers use proprietary purchase agreements that can be 30–60 pages long, with clauses that heavily favor the builder — including limited warranties, change order restrictions, and completion timeline buffers that protect them, not you.
HOA fees and amenity structures vary widely. Communities like Promontory, Tuhaye, and Extell's newer developments at Deer Valley have complex fee structures, club memberships, and deed restrictions that affect the true cost of ownership and future resale value.
What's negotiable — and what isn't. Lot premiums, upgrade packages, closing cost contributions, and move-in timelines are often negotiable — but only if you know what to ask for and how to ask. Without that knowledge, buyers routinely leave money on the table.
Inspections still matter. Even on new construction, independent inspections during framing, rough-in, and pre-close are worth every dollar. Amelia Turbyfill helps buyers schedule and interpret these so nothing gets missed before you take possession.
When you work with Amelia Turbyfill on a new construction purchase in Park City, you get an experienced advocate who has been on your side of the table before — and knows exactly how the builder's side operates.
Contract review and explanation. Amelia Turbyfill reviews the builder's purchase agreement with you line by line, flags clauses that create risk, and helps you understand what you're agreeing to before you sign anything.
Negotiation on your behalf. From lot premiums and upgrade allowances to closing cost contributions and contingency language, Amelia Turbyfill knows what builders in Park City are willing to move on — and how to ask for it without killing the deal.
Community and HOA due diligence. In communities like Promontory and Tuhaye, understanding club membership requirements, initiation fees, and ongoing dues is essential to calculating your true cost of ownership. Amelia Turbyfill helps you get clear on all of it before you commit.
Coordination through construction. Amelia Turbyfill stays involved from contract signing through closing — attending walkthroughs, helping you track the build timeline, and making sure the finished home matches what you were promised.
No cost to you as the buyer. In new construction transactions, the builder compensates buyer's agents. Having Amelia Turbyfill in your corner costs you nothing — and it can save you from costly mistakes that buyers without representation make every day.