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East Austin Green Streets Initiative

Austin, Texas2023-2024

Illustrative only. Character Developer has not published measured client results. Names, quotes, and figures here are scenarios, not outcomes we have delivered.

Community-designed green infrastructure project addressing flooding while creating neighborhood gathering spaces.

Key learnings

  • Rain gardens are one way a block can test flooding before a larger build
  • Community art installations increased neighborhood pride and ownership
  • Native plants are one way to keep maintenance within a neighborhood's capacity
  • Educational workshops built local capacity for ongoing stewardship

Project partners

Austin Watershed Department
Residents
Environmental Groups
Local Artists