ENHANCE
Scenic Houston believes that every community should have access to resources and programs that will enhance the visual quality and health of their neighborhoods. The City of Houston's Adopt-an-Esplanade program is a great place to start.
ADOPT-AN-ESPLANADE PROGRAM
The City of Houston’s Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD) allows community groups, nonprofits, businesses, and civic organizations to maintain and enhance roadway esplanades across the city. As a participant, you can enhance your community and create a greener, more welcoming corridor in your neighborhood by caring for and maintaining your adopted esplanade. Together, we can do our part to make sure Houston stays scenic!
What is an esplanade?
A landscaped median or green space located in the public right-of-way between traffic lanes that enhances Houston’s streetscape. It can offer a variety of benefits to our communities like:
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Improving safety and comfort.
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Supporting sustainability.
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Boosting quality of life, and
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enhancing city appearance.
Who can participate:
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Homeowner Associations
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Civic & Neighborhood Clubs
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Schools & Universities
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Community Organizations
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Businesses & Corporations
How it Works:
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Select an esplanade site
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Complete a 6-month trial period
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Maintain the site long-term
What volunteers do:
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Litter removal
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Mowing & edging
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Trimming vegetation
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Basic landscape upkeep
How to Get Started.
Contact HPARD at (832) 395-7029 or Keep Houston Beautiful at (713) 839-8855 to request an Adopt-An-Esplanade Guide. You can also complete your online application. Click here to download our one-pager for more information.