Steep lots, wind off the water and rain collection
Lakeway sits along RM 620 and the roads that climb above the lake. Many lots are steep and set on limestone, so access is limited, trucks may not reach the house and materials sometimes have to be carried or lifted. Safety planning matters more here than on a flat lot.
Exposure also matters. Homes with open views get wind from the lake and the hills, and intense sun bakes south-facing slopes. A lot of Hill Country owners collect rainwater from their roofs, which narrows the choice of materials and makes a clean, sealed surface more important. Live oak and juniper debris can still collect in valleys and gutters.
