The Houston Planning Commission convened on September 18, 2025, to discuss several amendments to the Major Thoroughfare and Freeway Plan, focusing on various roadways in Harris County. The meeting addressed multiple items, each with specific requests and staff recommendations.

The first item discussed was Northpointe Boulevard, where Harris County proposed a realignment of a 700-foot section to reclassify it from a major collector to a major thoroughfare. This adjustment aims to lower construction costs for a bridge over a floodway. The commission unanimously approved the request.

Next, the commission reviewed the request to delete Cypress North Houston Road as a major thoroughfare. Staff noted that extending this road to US 290 is impractical due to existing drainage facilities and a rail corridor. The undeveloped area is currently utilized as Stonegate Soccer Field. The motion to grant this amendment passed without opposition.

The third item involved multiple requests concerning Cypress North Houston Road and Salon Road. The commission supported the deletion of Cypress North Houston between Perry and FN 1960 due to a planned detention project. Additionally, Salon Road was proposed to be downgraded from a major thoroughfare to a major collector, as significant investment would be required to connect it to Gessner. The third request was to delete Greens Road as a major collector, with staff affirming that Mills Road could accommodate projected traffic needs. All three amendments were approved.

The fourth item addressed Mushki Road, where Harris County requested its removal as a major thoroughfare due to construction difficulties over Cypress Creek. The commission supported this amendment, which was also approved.

The fifth item involved Humble Parkway, where the applicant sought to delete the road from Rankin Road to Greens Road. Staff highlighted significant construction challenges, including a bayou and pipelines. The commission approved this request as well.

Lastly, the commission discussed a request from the Briarcroft HOA to downgrade Chimney Rock Road from a major thoroughfare to a minor collector. Staff opposed this request, citing high traffic volumes that do not justify a downgrade. The commission ultimately denied the amendment, while staff committed to exploring alternative solutions for traffic calming in the area.

In summary, the meeting resulted in the approval of several amendments to the Major Thoroughfare and Freeway Plan, with a focus on optimizing road classifications and addressing community concerns. The commission's decisions reflect ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure while considering practical challenges and community needs.