Many of our clients are property managers and board members at communities who want to offer something unique to their current and future residents.
What other options exist for an HOA that wants make better use of their community’s common areas and green spaces?
Neighborhood Parks
Cities and counties used to be the only ones that could create and maintain parks and playgrounds. Today’s large HOAs and master planned developments are adding parks of all sizes to their grounds. From large parks, complete with pirate ships, playgrounds, gazebos and barbeques, to small pocket parks where residents sit and enjoy a morning coffee, neighborhood parks are a great outdoor amenity to add to your community.
Sports and Recreation Areas
Sports areas are always a popular destination within the community. They offer children in the neighborhood an alternative to playing ball in the street. (They also save you the hassle of arguments between residents about broken windows and dented car doors.) These spaces don’t have to be tournament quality fields, just well-maintained, open spaces designated for sports and active recreation.
Event Lawns
Long reserved for golf clubs and resorts, the manicured event lawn has found its way into the landscape plans of several large communities. A grand event lawn can be used for so much more than hosting weddings, special events and celebrations. What about offering a community picnic, or a night out under the stars for a community movie night?
Bird Watching Trails
Many of today’s HOA development plans include a preserve or natural area at the center of the community. Innovative property managers and boards are adding walking trails and designated bird watching stations along these paths for residents to appreciate the natural beauty of their community, and maybe pick up a healthy new pastime.
Looking for some creative alternatives to the community pool for your HOA? Schedule a consultation with your local Yellowstone Landscape Professional today. We’d love to share our ideas with you.
