Large Greenbelt Xeriscape Project

The project to replace the perimeter of the large greenbelt with xeriscape landscaping has been completed. Notably, we passed the final inspection from the City of Tempe and received 50% matching grant funds. Several board members have already received positive feedback on the completed project. 

The xeriscape perimeter reduces our water usage, prevents water damage to the walls, and improves the greenbelt’s appearance. In addition to the landscape rock and concrete perimeter, the project included the planting of over 50 new plants of different varieties. As these plants mature over the next few years, the greenbelt’s appearance should improve even further. 

The pictures below show the greenbelt before and after this project (click on the pictures to enlarge them):

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Common Area Maintenance Update

Back in February, 2015, our landscape committee performed a comprehensive inspection of the common areas. Since then, the board has been coordinating with our management company and different contractors to prioritize and address the issues found during this inspection.

One issue was the sun-damaged and rusted-out utility boxes throughout our community. This spring, SRP finished repainting the last of these boxes along S Ash Avenue.

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Another ongoing issue has been the roots of mature trees damaging sidewalks, common area walls and greenbelt perimeters. Over the last few years, we’ve unfortunately had to remove at least a dozen mature trees to prevent further damage. However, in some cases, rather than removing the whole tree, cutting some of the roots to prevent further damage is an option. The pictures below highlight some of the damage from these tree roots.

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