By Sonja Haller | The Arizona Republic
Brusally Ranch, which started Scottsdale’s long love affair with Arabian horses, is being considered for historic designation.
Owner Ken Bates and his father-in-law purchased the property last year, which had been vacant for two years and in foreclosure.
Earlier this month, Bates invited members of the Scottsdale Historic Preservation Commission and the general public to tour the home. The commission is crafting a written historical context of the property’s importance to the Arabian industry, for its architectural style and the original owners impact on the city’s development. Commission members will reconvene in September to discuss and consider recommending historic-register designation.
Bates, his wife, Nancy, and six children intend to move into the house at 84th Street and Cholla Road later this summer. Originally 168 acres, the ranch is now 6 acres, which will be divided into four more homes and sold as horse properties, Bates said.
