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McKinney council authorizes pursuit of eminent domain to secure right-of-way for Lott Howe Parkway

McKinney City Council · December 2, 2025
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Summary

Council granted staff authority to pursue eminent domain if negotiations fail to acquire a right-of-way, slope easement and temporary construction easement needed to complete the Lott Howe Parkway project; the vote was unanimous 7-0.

The McKinney City Council on Dec. 2 authorized staff to pursue eminent domain for property interests needed to complete the Lott Howe Parkway project after staff told council developers had obtained most required off-site easements but were unable to reach agreement with one property owner.

Gary Graham, director of engineering, said the development agreement with Republic Property Group requires the developer to secure off-site rights of way…

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