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There is also a chemical Plant nearby on 521. Axel Nobel, http://www.surface.akzonobel.com/, is a small chemical plant that produces surfacants. Some of these chemicals can be pretty dangerous, AND smelly. I have personally taken a tour of that plant. This is probably where you are getting the chemical smell. Akzo Nobel Surfactants Surfactants America, Houston Site 15200 Almeda Road Houston, TX 77053

THE AMBER LIGHTS ARE HISTORY!!! Two days ago, I e-mailed the HOA concerning the segregation of the Enclave. I spoke in particular about the lights as well as the different architectural flares of the entrance. Well, this morning, I woke up to bright white lights all through the community! Not only does the white lights make us feel part of ST, but we feel safer at night. The amber lights were just too dark. One point- HOA!!!

I don't think anyone "needs" anything else out there. Anymore retail would be a problem. If they do decide to make a gas station, I hope they make it look good from an architectural perspective.

Thanks for the encouraging words. One important thing that I forgot to mention is that the main part of ST is being developed/controlled by Ashton Woods while the Enclave is soley Newmark. I wonder if Newmark HAD to change the design of the community so it wouldn't "steal" design flares from Ashton Woods. It's something to think about. Oh well, I guess I'll be patient untill both communities are finished. Once the homeowners get more control of the HOA, you'll see me on th commitee. I will strive to protect our investments!

I was told by Newmark that it is comercial property. Maybe we'll get a corner store. I feel bad for the Signature houses that will have that backyard view.

I recently moved to Enclave at Southern Trails. My family and I were attracted to the main part of ST but it was just out of our price range. We bought in Enclave because of its association with ST. At the same time, there are some design features that make us feel like the Red-headed stepchild. First, the entrance is TOTALY different than ST. They also installed amber street lamps rather than the white bulbs like ST. Can we do anything about this? My fear is that one day, Enclave gets split from ST and we get left in the dust. The people are great in the Enclave and the homes are beautiful. Their obviously not as large as ST, but the craftsmanship is still there. MY POINT is that if the Enclave is supposedly a section of Souther Trails, then why couldn't the designers make it feel more like Southern Trails? For those of you in ST, having a large price range of homes in your community actually improves the value of ALL properties!!!! Please welcome Enclave with open arms. We are all one big community! If you want to frown, frown on SCR!!! ha ha