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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Burnet County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Affordable Housing Guidelines
Marble Falls just made it way harder to build affordable housing by forcing future projects to jump through City Council hoops and chip in for local services. If you're hoping to see more reasonably priced homes built around town, get ready for tougher rules and slower approvals.
Subdivision and Replat Requests
Residents in Quail Creek Subdivision petitioned the county to take over maintenance of Agate Road and rename it CR 425A, requiring a public hearing and a variance on road standards.
Infrastructure Development
The $7.5 million Hidden Falls Golf Club renovation is moving right along and set to open in 2027. Since this project is backed by a bond you voted for, plan on seeing that $100 annual bump on your property tax bill.
Development Standards Update
Granite Shoals is tightening up construction rules with stricter drainage and driveway standards. If you're planning to build or clear land soon, expect higher project costs and extra permit hurdles.
Mixed-use Development
A massive $28.2 million mixed-use project called 'The Highlands' is officially breaking ground in Marble Falls this September. The development will bring hundreds of new homes and commercial spaces, shaking up the local landscape and putting pressure on nearby schools and traffic.