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Developers emphasize tree preservation, propose HOA upkeep and modest amenity budget
Summary
Cook Development highlighted mature canopy—about 76 post oaks and many other species—saying the plan aims to preserve as many trees as possible and that an HOA would fund landscaping and amenities with an estimated initial budget of about $20,000.
Terry Cook described the site canopy as a primary reason for the proposed design, saying the parcel contains roughly 76 post oaks and numerous other trees that the team hopes to retain. He repeatedly told the council the layout and home footprints are being shaped to avoid major tree removals where feasible and that the curved driveway location helps preserve key oaks.
Cook said front‑yard maintenance would be handled by a homeowners association and estimated an initial amenity budget in the range of $20,000 for lakefront/common area improvements, but he added the HOA ultimately would decide specific amenities. Residents asked for a tree preservation plan before permitting; Cook said arborist and civil engineering work will be part of the next steps.
