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Sonterra Lakes development agreement tabled after commissioners debate rental-product language
Summary
After extended discussion about reduced lot sizes, proposed variances and a limited 'built‑to‑rent' allowance on a 35-acre tract, the commissioners tabled the Sonterra Lakes development agreement so staff and the developer can negotiate further.
A proposed development agreement for Sonterra Lakes, a 1,464-acre project with 4,500 lots, was tabled by the Waller County Commissioners Court Wednesday after a lengthy debate about variances and an allowance for rental housing on a 35-acre “flex” tract.
Robert, the county staff presenter, described the package to the court: "This is the Sonterra Lakes development agreement... This is a 1,464 acre development, 4,500 lots. There's the option for an additional, 400 lots..." He outlined requested variances including reduced lot sizes down to 40 feet, right-of-way and block-length modifications, and a condition that apartments would be prohibited but that a 35‑acre tract could be used to construct…
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