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Burnet County residents are pushing back against a new rock quarry that could soon be approved in their backyard. If it goes through, locals should expect a lot more noise, heavy truck traffic, and potentially dustier air in the neighborhood.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
Potential increase in property values and tax base from new development, and fees associated with plat approvals.
Property owners, developers, and the county through development and associated fees.
Local families living nearby will deal with the daily headache of construction noise, traffic, and air pollution.
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Several requests related to land development were approved, including replats for existing lots and preliminary and final plat approvals for new subdivisions.
State lawmakers ask why Burnet quarry site is worth protecting DailyTrib.com
Burnet County residents ready for next steps if rock quarry is approved KEYE
This adds two new residential lots to the county's tax base.
This adds 119 residential lots to the county.
Consolidates two lots into a single larger parcel.
Adjusts property boundaries for two existing lots.