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Dawn Grasty, A "New Day" in Triangle Real Estate

Broker, Prudential Carolinas Realty

phone: 919-210-5418

email: dgrasty@nc.rr.com

web: www.dgrasty.com 

Parkwood sign

Is it possible to control growth in order to maintain the beauty of SW Durham?

As a resident of southwest Durham, I am incredibly proud of our area's beautiful tree-lined streets. I love that the developers of some of the earliest subdivisions in SW Durham understood the importance of maintaining mature trees, including green spaces and parks in our neighborhoods, and of maintaining buffers as well. I want to be sure that this natural beauty is maintained.

I have visited so many new subdivisions in other areas that are built on clear-cut lots, and it's enough to make you cry. Our wooded areas support many species of nesting birds, foraging deer, and small animals. While development inevitably impacts these animals, wise planning will minimize pressure on wildlife, and encourage diverse habitats. Not to mention the impact on water and ecology in the area.

From the granddaddy of SW Durham subdivisions, Parkwood (which I am proud to call home!), to the newer developments around the Streets of Southpoint mall -- growth, change, and development are being closely monitored and planned to meet the goal of maintaining all that is good about SW Durham.

For details on growth plans, SWDurham.org has a fabulous website. You can not only read up on latest zoning issues and planned development, but you can get detailed descriptions of the goals for ongoing SW Durham development.

As a realtor, I am always cognizant of things that impact property values. As a resident, I'm always concerned about maintaining all the good reasons that I chose to make SW Durham my home. It was great to learn about SWDurham.org, where I signed up to receive regular updates (and peace of mind) about the future of the area.

If you are interested in learning more about SW Durham real estate, and all that the area has to offer, I'd love to talk to you. You can search for homes on my website, or call (919-210-5418) or email (dgrasty@nc.rr.com) to discuss your needs and I'll do it for you. 

Contact me, if you're ready for a "New Day" in Triangle Real Estate! 

 

6 Comments on SW Durham Real Estate: Planned Growth is Great for Everyone!

MAR
20
2008
240,458 Points 2 Featured Posts Outside Blog
I hope it works for your area.  We are supposed to have that also but I don't see any sense in the planning.
9:33pm • #1
Hi John, It looks like there's a ton of support from the community and from local organizations. Their plan goes through 2030. I hope your area's planning starts coming together -- maybe they could get some tips from the SWDurham.org site? Good luck!!
9:50pm • #2
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Sorry, John -- I didn't realize I wasn't logged in. That was me above. . .
9:51pm • #3
256,153 Points 3 Featured Posts Outside Blog
Dawn, I love the older neighborhoods in Lynchburg, they're established, mature trees. When we built our home five years ago the next door neighbor was almost offended that we didn't clear the lot (all the other builders did!). We have nice mature trees and I even transplanted dogwoods so we wouldn't lose them. I wish planning was better in my county, it seems a new subdivision is approved without thinking of the impact it will have.
10:17pm • #4
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Hey Debbie! Don't you love the old trees -- it wouldn't feel like home to me without them!! I would never be able to feel any sense of privacy, or cocooning in a naked lot! And, don't get me started on dogwoods -- they just scream "home" to me! I hope SW Durham sticks to the plan -- it looks good. I've been to Lynchburg -- there are some beautiful neighborhoods there! Thanks for stopping by!
10:24pm • #5
MAR
21
2008
696,049 Points 72 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog
Dawn, we're looking forward to seeing all types of great photos of Parkwood that you make totally gorgeous on I-Photo! 
10:58am • #6

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