Tillery Neighborhood Park

Project Description

The Tillery Neighborhood Park Project aims to create a park concept plan that preserves the natural environment and pecan trees on the site and adds amenities to serve the surrounding community. The property is currently undeveloped and lacks a sidewalk along Tillery Street. Currently, there are approximately 100 trees on site, 11 of which are heritage-size pecan trees. Proposed amenities typical of a neighborhood park will include a loop walking trail, picnic areas, a playground and fitness area.

Project Objectives

As a newly acquired park, the department is preserving Austin’s history by keeping the Tillery Pecan Grove intact for future generations to enjoy. The project seeks to accomplish the following objectives in developing the neighborhood park:

• Preserve existing pecan trees.
• Maintain existing shade and natural feel of park.
• Provide walking trail for neighborhood.
• Provide playscape for children in the surrounding neighborhoods to enjoy.
• Provide area of outdoor fitness equipment to promote outdoor recreation.
• Create an enjoyable outdoor experience.
• Provide variety of passive and active recreation activities for the neighborhood.
• Connect pedestrians and bikers between Tillery St. and Charles St.

Anticipated Timeline

Please note that as in any construction project, schedules are projected as accurately as possible, but all dates are subject to change due to the nature of construction and the weather. 

• Summer 2024: Community Engagement and Design (Complete)
• Winter 2025: Permitting Process (In Progress)
• Summer 2027: Construction Start
• Winter 2028: Construction Complete

Communication and Engagement 

Community members are invited to participate in community engagement events and opportunities. Information on future and past community engagement events will be listed here and supported with outreach and locally placed signs.