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Harlingen residents press city commissioners to halt Horseshoe Point subdivision variance over single-access, drainage and safety concerns
Summary
Neighbors voiced strong opposition to a variance that would allow the Horseshoe Point subdivision to use one entrance instead of two, citing traffic, emergency access and drainage problems for roughly 390 homes; commissioners left the item tabled and directed staff to consider a public workshop and traffic study.
Residents from neighborhoods near Morris Road pressed the Harlingen City Commission to delay action on a proposed variance that would allow the Horseshoe Point subdivision to proceed with a single entrance.
Kate Holt, who identified herself as a 20-year resident of Waters Edge, said neighbors were not notified and described the plan as incompatible with the area. "With lot sizes that small...this creates a safety issue for the residents and a serious challenge for emergency vehicles," she said, summarizing traffic…
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