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Weslaco commissioners debate scope of multifamily moratorium as South wastewater plant nears capacity
Summary
Commissioners reviewed a moratorium that limits multifamily development tied to the South Wastewater Treatment Plant, heard staff say the plant is about 73% full and was given a rough repair estimate of $33 million, and discussed whether waivers or an expanded moratorium covering all new development are warranted. No formal action was taken.
WESLACO, Texas — City commissioners on May 21 spent much of a workshop probing a moratorium that restricts multifamily development tied to the South Wastewater Treatment Plant, after staff said the plant was operating at about 73% of capacity and repairs were estimated at roughly $33,000,000.
The workshop is an informational session that does not produce votes; commissioners used the time to ask clarifying questions ahead of an upcoming regular meeting. Planning staff said the moratorium was written to focus on apartments because multifamily developments impose a higher intensity of water and sewer use: “Where you would normally put 1 home with 1 family, you’re putting 4 homes with 4 families,” a…
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