KB Home 670-home ETJ development
Summary
A developer wants to build up to 670 homes on 219.6 acres just across the city line, with as many as 30% of lots only 40 feet wide. The council's refusal to sell water and sewer service could stop the project — but the city has little other control over ETJ development. Residents nearby have complained about congestion and the steady march of small-lot neighborhoods.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city would have gained water customers paying 150% of standard rates, about $4,800 per lot in impact fees, and at least $200 per lot in parkland dedication — but no property tax revenue.
If built with city services, KB Home and future homeowners get infrastructure; if refused, existing residents avoid added traffic and small-lot growth.
KB Home loses access to city utilities that would make the project financially viable.
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