1. Sprinkler Use. Homeowners want lush, green lawns. This is understandable when one considers that curb appeal can mean added value and better resale potential. To make your sprinklers as efficient as possible, try to use them during the coolest hours of the day, either during the morning or evenings. This helps to minimize evaporation due to heat. And adjust your sprinklers so that you aren't watering the sidewalk or driveway.

2. Rain Sensors. While you're at it, install a rain sensor on your irrigation controller. There is no need to water your lawn when nature is already handling the job for you.

3. Responsible Landscaping. Not every region of the country has the climate for lush, green yards. Consider following the lead of Southwestern homeowners, who opt to plant drought resistant plants, supplemented by rocks and stone.

Brewery District Community Urban Redevelopment Corp. works to develop the northern half of the neighorhood with an emphasis on OTR's brewing heritage and the mixed-use neighborhood created by its nineteenth century brewery building stock.