Houston Heights is a beautifully diverse community of Houston that is known for its family atmosphere, community cohesiveness and upscale real estate. It’s no wonder families of every size and shape flock to Houston Heights: it is the place to be for individuals looking for strong sense of community.

The Houston Heights Association is a nonprofit organization that was formed in 1973 for the “purpose of encouraging and promoting the enhancement of the Houston Heights community.”

As result, this organization has been responsible for much of Houston Heights’ revitalization and growth over the last 25 years. From establishing deed restrictions and community assistance programs to reducing crime and beautifying the city through historic preservation and revitalization, the Houston Heights Association works to “enhance the community by fostering a sense of identity and camaraderie.”

The Houston Heights Association, in 1983, worked to designate Houston Heights as a Historic Multiple Resource Area by the National Park Service; as a result, Houston Heights was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. There are currently more than 100 individually listed private and public buildings in Houston Heights.

In 1991, Houston also designated Houston Heights as a Historical District of the City of Houston.

Since the inception of Houston Heights as a master-planned community in 1891, this progressive city has proven that grand Victorian mansions can coexist beautifully with thriving business districts.

Houston Heights Association Committees

Some of the recent committees of the Houston Heights Association include: the Heights playground in Donovan Park; the restoration of the Fire Station; the Historic Lighting project; the Paul Carr jogging trail; and the Heights Boulevard beautification project.

Some of the annual events hosted by the Houston Heights Association include:

• The Spring Home & Garden Tour – A home and garden tour of six Houston Heights’ homes and gardens; to be held April 10 and 11, 2010
• The Heights Fun Run – A 5K Fun Run/5K Walk along Heights Boulevard; rated one of the best fun runs in Houston by the Houston Chronicle; to be held in June 2010
• The Heights Bicycle Rally – A 15-mile bicycle course beginning and ending at the Heights City Hall and Fire Station; to be held October 3, 2010
• The Holiday Home Tour -  A home tour featuring six homes decorated in the holiday tradition; to be held December 3 and 4, 2010

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