Neighborhood Plan
The Cherokee Triangle and Bonnycastle Neighborhoods Plan is an opportunity for two historic Highlands neighborhoods to envision a more connected, healthy, authentic, sustainable, and equitable future. This plan brings together these adjacent neighborhoods, which are situated between two of Louisville’s most iconic spaces: Bardstown Road and Cherokee Park. The plan was initiated by Councilman Brandon Coan (D-8), in partnership with the Cherokee Triangle Association and Bonnycastle Homestead Association.
For the most up-to-date news about the CTB plan, including video recordings of meetings, please visit the CTB Plan Website.
Tree Planting
In 2015, BHA volunteers planted 65 trees around the neighborhood, and they are still thriving. In the years since, leveraging an MSD grant, BHA has planted over 350 trees at a significantly discounted rate for BHA members. Residents choose the species and location (front yard, back yard, side yard), and volunteers from around the neighborhood plant the trees in late fall. We plan to continue planting trees this fall, so if you are interested, be sure to subscribe to our Tree Planting news.
Why are we so interested in planting trees?
- Absorb storm water before it enters the sewer system
- Reduce erosion
- Reduce flooding by soaking up rainwater
- Provide shade and moderate temperatures
- Remove carbon dioxide from our air and add oxygen
- Reduce noise levels
- Provide wildlife habitat
- Increase neighborhood property value
For more information, visit our Tree Planting Initiative page.