Trinity Falls - Trinity Falls Goes Native

The Trinity Falls community is off to a fantastic start and is set to fit seamlessly into the surrounding area both socially and environmentally. In addition to providing the growing city of McKinney with a residential community and top-notch amenities, Trinity Falls is sensitive to the land on which it is being constructed and is taking particular measures to find its place in the natural environment.

One way Trinity Falls is reaching this goal is by using native plants and materials throughout its public amenity spaces. Long-lived Texas species such as Live Oaks, Buckeyes, Lantanas, and Yuccas are being used extensively in streetscapes, parks, and open spaces throughout the community.

By furnishing these native materials, the need for maintenance, irrigation, and fertilizer is greatly reduced. This will allow the HOA to focus its time and funding on more impactful projects and improved amenities for its residents, such as catered movie nights, musical events, and children's festivals.

The incorporation of low-maintenance and native materials has been a priority for Trinity Falls from the very beginning. In addition to keeping costs down for residents, using this palette of materials helps to ensure the character of Trinity Falls is consistent with the McKinney landscape, giving the overall community a feeling of familiarity and closeness to the natural environment. For example, over 70 trees were preserved and incorporated into the layout of the Phase 1 Park.

This conservation mentality is a primary focus for Trinity Falls and will continue to influence the aesthetic, practical, and financial aspects of the community for the many phases to come.

Guest Blog By: Jesse Van Wick, Project Manager, RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture

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