The City Council is deciding on a major new housing project that could significantly increase density in your neighborhood. It’s a contentious move that will fundamentally change the local landscape and character of the area.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
The county will receive $100,000 annually from the project, with a 3% yearly increase.
Residents living near potential industrial sites who will receive earlier notice and better protection from noise and dust.
Operators of quarries and concrete batch plants who may face stricter siting and notification requirements.
Residents are fighting a proposal to cancel two lots in their subdivision, fearing it will allow an industrial water treatment plant to be built at their entrance, hurting safety and property values.
New Braunfels City Council to decide on controversial zoning change for proposed housing project KSAT
Residents are worried that the new Purlsong development will strain local water resources and cause flooding. They asked the commissioners to deny the project until these issues are addressed.
The county approved a non-objection resolution for the Lyndon Ranch Apartments, which will provide affordable housing units and a steady annual payment to the county.
The county is pushing for state legislation to require better public notice and larger buffer zones for industrial sites like rock crushers and batch plants to protect nearby residents.
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