Flower Mound is losing a lot of trees due to construction, and folks are really unhappy about it. It's becoming a major headache for residents who are seeing their neighborhoods change drastically.
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The school district will need to pay for mitigation, either by planting new trees or paying a fee.
Students and staff at Forestwood Middle School will benefit from the new track.
Mature trees may be removed, impacting the local environment and aesthetics.
The commission is examining tree ordinances from other cities like Denton, McKinney, and Colleyville. This is to identify successful strategies and best practices that Flower Mound could adopt to improve its own tree protection and conservation efforts.
The commission is reviewing the town's Tree Ordinance, looking at rules for specimen trees, how to survey them, and what's required for mitigation. This is important for balancing development with protecting the town's trees.
The developer of Havenwood Phase One is requesting to remove three large specimen trees due to construction impacts, raising concerns about preserving mature trees.
The project requires the removal of 15 specimen trees, raising concerns about environmental impact and the loss of mature trees. The decision balances the need for essential infrastructure upgrades with the commission's role in protecting the environment.
The commission decided whether to allow the removal of 15 specimen trees for a new track at Forestwood Middle School. This involves balancing the need for school facility upgrades with environmental protection.
The commission reviewed applications for tree removal permits, balancing development needs with environmental protection. Decisions on these permits can impact local development projects and the preservation of mature trees.
The commission approved the removal of three trees for the Havenwood Phase 1 development, which will add new homes. While the developer has significant tree credits, one commissioner raised concerns about the cumulative impact of tree removals on large projects.
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