Living with nature.

enjoy and protect Rushbrooke’s natural greenbelt.
understanding our responsibilities.

A beautiful, complex ecosystem.

Rushbrooke is privileged to own an expansive natural greenbelt that runs between the south and north editions of the neighborhood.

While our HOA owns the greenbelt, much of it is designated wetland and includes the east branch of Haikey Creek. It is also part of a FEMA 100-year floodplain. These unique aspects mean the HOA must coordinate any proposed changes with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers and the City of Broken Arrow. To learn more expand the panel below or contact our Landscape Committee.

Because of the ecological, environmental, and civil engineering importance of these areas, Rushbrooke Members are responsible for ensuring these areas are maintained to Covenant and regulatory standards. Accordingly:

  • No changes may be made within these areas without first receiving written permission from the Rushbrooke HOA Board. The property owner should submit a detailed work plan, the name(s) of any parties to perform the work, and the proposed timeline.  The Rushbrooke HOA Board will respond to the property owner within twenty (20) business days.
  • No vegetation or fallen trees shall be removed without first receiving written permission from the Rushbrooke HOA Board. If a property owner notices debris or other items along or in the creek bed that may cause backup or damming, please notify a member of the Rushbrooke HOA Board to ensure the issue is addressed properly.

As provided in Section I.E. Overland Drainage Easement of the Covenants:

  • No fence, wall, building, or other obstruction may be placed or maintained in these areas.
  • No alteration of grade or contours may be made.
  • Subject to approval by the Rushbrooke HOA Board, authorization may be granted for the removal of vines, weeds, and other ground cover, provided turf (aka sod) is planted immediately following clearing to ensure no areas are left exposed for any period. Seeding versus planting of turf or sod will not be approved.
  • Single trunk trees may be planted providing those trees have a trunk caliper of not less than two and one-half (2-1/2) inches. 

The Rushbrooke HOA Board may also approve planting of vegetation that supports the existing terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem. The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers lists trees and other vegetation beneficial to the wetlands in our neighborhood.  

Once approved, the Rushbrooke HOA Board will secure necessary permits (if required) and work with the Member to schedule the work to be completed. Members wishing to self-perform work may do so. In either case, supervision and oversight of the work by members of the Rushbrooke HOA Board are required. 

Members should also be aware that any such work that may be approved is considered a gift to the Rushbrooke HOA.

Staying safe.

While we value and appreciate the vast natural area that is Rushbrooke’s greenbelt, it’s also important to keep an eye out for coyotes and other larger wildlife – especially during mating season – and know what to do in the event you encounter them along the way. Visit THIS SITE to learn more.