Austin Parks and Recreation Programs
Use the Community Garden Interest Form to start the conversation about building a community garden in your neighborhood.
The Community Gardens Program helps groups start new gardens on parkland and provides support for existing community gardens on city owned land. Nonprofit program partners such as Austin Parks Foundation and Fruitful Commons also provide vital suppor
Community PARKnerships brings Austin Parks and Recreation and community together to improve and celebrate Austin parks. The program cultivates partnerships with community groups, nonprofits, City of Austin departments, and other organizations that…
The City of Austin Parks and Recreation welcomes Meals on Wheels and More as our partner for the delivery of congregate meals to eight (8) recreation/neighborhood and senior activity centers through out Austin. The Senior Congregate Meals Program is
A wildlife habitat must have food, water, shelter, and space to raise young. Of course, details within each of these component categories can change depending on the species you are trying to attract, but these basic components are needed by all.
The Austin Parks and Recreation is exploring temporary, fenced Dogs Off-Leash Areas (DOLAs). These projects will help Austin Parks and Recreation to understand the benefits and drawbacks of a DOLA within identified parks. Austin Parks and Recreation…
Austin City Code requires dogs to be on a leash in public areas, unless designated otherwise by City Code. Austin Parks and Recreation provides several off-leash areas for you to enjoy with your dog. Generally, parks are open for public use each day
Once you have your garden design and an approved site plan, you are ready to submit your community garden permit application. This is the third and final check-in.
The Community Gardens Program helps start gardens that the community supports and will benefit from. You will need a nonprofit sponsor, plus letters of support from residents, businesses, and community organizations in the area.