Northeast Denton folks are NOT happy about new housing possibly coming to their area. They feel like the city council isn't listening to their concerns, and it's sparking some serious neighborhood pushback.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before, 8 the 90 before that.
Potential for increased affordable housing stock, but specific financial impacts are not detailed.
Low-income households seeking affordable housing and developers who can utilize program incentives.
The city and school district experience a loss of tax revenue, which could be reallocated to other public services if exemptions do not yield sufficient affordability.
NRP Group Breaks Ground on 297-Unit Affordable Housing Project in Denton, Texas REBusinessOnline
The committee is looking at updating rules for manufactured homes, possibly due to new state laws. This could affect how and where these types of homes can be built or placed in Denton.
The commission is deciding whether to issue an order for substandard structures at 1415 Meadow Street. This involves determining if the main house and an accessory structure need to be secured, repaired, removed, or demolished to ensure safety and property standards.
Commissioners debated the city's role in influencing the ratio of owner-occupied housing to rentals, with concerns that too many apartments could negatively impact property values and infrastructure.
The city is re-evaluating its policies on property tax exemptions for multi-family housing to ensure they effectively lead to lower rents for residents. The goal is to incentivize developments that offer deeper affordability levels, addressing the high cost of housing in Denton.
JLL Arranges Acquisition Financing for 322-Unit Apartment Community in Denton REBusinessOnline
The city is looking to make its affordable housing incentive program more effective by removing certain requirements and adjusting others. This could lead to more affordable housing options being built.
A resident urged the council to consider stricter design criteria for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to ensure they blend with existing neighborhoods and prevent the construction of large, out-of-character structures.
An update was provided on federal housing funds, including the American Rescue Plan funds. This impacts the availability and use of resources for affordable housing and community development projects.
The committee is looking at updating rules that dictate how new homes and apartments should look. This could affect the architectural style and appearance of residential areas in Denton.
Denton City Council approves new DU policies to encourage affordable housing Community Impact | News
A property owner sought to rezone a small parcel to allow for duplexes, sparking debate about increasing housing density versus maintaining neighborhood character and managing traffic.
The committee is considering changes to the rules governing the appearance of single-family homes and other residences. This could affect the look and feel of neighborhoods.
JPI Breaks Ground on $132M Workforce Housing Project in Denton, Texas REBusinessOnline
HL Communities Underway on 104-Unit Multifamily Project in Downtown Denton, Texas REBusinessOnline
Denton City Council considers Specific Use Permit for Multifamily residential facility North Texas Daily
Residents feel unheard after city moves to consider more housing in northeast Denton Denton Record-Chronicle
DENTON, TX, June 18, 2026 – The City of Denton has released a draft of its 2026 Action Plan for Housing and Community Development. Public review and input opportunities are available through June
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