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Waller County approves Blumberg 209 LLC amendment to major thoroughfare map after public hearing
Summary
After a public hearing, commissioners approved a map amendment that removes two east–west alignments and establishes a westward realignment intended to reduce floodplain impacts and preserve property lines; staff recommended an annual amendment window and coordination with TxDOT.
Waller County Commissioners Court on Jan. 23 approved a major thoroughfare plan map amendment requested by Blumberg 209 LLC after a public hearing and staff review.
The amendment affects the northeast quadrant of Highway 6 and U.S. 290 and replaces two existing east–west alignments with a single westward alignment, which staff said would connect Lakeview to Highway 6 while minimizing impacts to adjacent property owners and avoiding floodplain complications.
Why it matters
County staff said constructing a major thoroughfare through the floodplain would be expensive and require elevating the roadway, complicating access and engineering tie-ins with existing highways. The proposed change routes the thoroughfare along property lines to reduce the need for elevation and lessen the burden on adjacent owners.
What staff told the court
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