Commission adopts updated minimum road design and construction standards (R-2026-06)

Mar 3, 2026

Ellis County adopted Resolution R-2026-06 updating minimum road design and construction standards to add definitions for light-surface/steel-coated roadways and to include options for community improvement districts; the resolution passed by voice vote.

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Brendan, the county director, presented proposed updates to the county's minimum road design and construction standards that add definitions for light-surface or steel-coated roadways and provide guidance for community improvement districts (CIDs). He told commissioners the practical change was to add documentation and options so developers and petitioners can reference the standards when preparing CID petitions.

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