Green Run Homes Association is comprised of 30 neighborhoods, three condominiums and 900 apartments within approximately 1,200 acres of land along Lynnhaven Parkway from Holland Road west to Princess Anne Road. Many of Green Run’s neighborhoods are divided by green belts or common areas along with tree lined streets, 5.5 miles of canals (11 miles of shoreline) and two large flood plains. Over 200 acres of open space is maintained by the association.As the first Planned Unit Development or “PUD” in Hampton Roads, Green Run contains an eclectic mix of over 4,200 single family homes, town homes, condos and apartments as well as several commercial properties and many small businesses.
The basic mission of the Association is the promotion of recreation, health, safety and welfare of the residents through ownership, improvements, operation and maintenance of common areas and facilities. The Association sponsors youth recreational sports programs in swimming, football (tackle & flag), and basketball as well as a senior citizens group and numerous scouting type activities. In addition, our athletic complex has been home for over 27 years to Green Run Little League. The annual fall cook-out, begun in 2005, has quickly become a popular tradition and was attended by over 600 residents in 2006.
As Green Run was developed over a period of almost 20 years other recreational facilities were added and today they include four swimming pools, three doubles tennis courts, 14 playgrounds as well as supporting structures and the previously mentioned athletic complex.
Homeowners who purchase a residence in one of Green Run’s neighborhoods automatically become members of the Green Run Homes Association. 2005 census figures estimate that over 15,000 individuals live within the Green Run boundaries.
Mr. Oscar B. Ferebee, Jr., the first President of Green Run Corporation recorded the Association’s documentation at the Courthouse in Virginia Beach on May 20, 1970. Construction began on Phase 1 of the circle area or Gardens of Green Run immediately after the necessary papers were filed with the Clerk of Courts. As the first PUD in the entire area of Southeast Hampton Roads the idea was slow to take hold. However, according to historical records by May of 1972 homes were selling faster than they could be constructed.
Mr. Ferebee originally envisioned four large living circles within the 1,200 acres however, time, local and national economics stepped into the picture and future plans were modified. Follow on building Phases II – V reflect these changes in the Land Use Plan. The last residential construction was completed in 1989.
