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Court approves Selen Creek subdivision plat with conditions; weighs new fire‑suppression rules
Summary
The commissioners approved the Ranches at Selen Creek subdivision plat with conditions (recording covenants/deed restrictions and required documents before final approval and a two‑year expiration). The court also discussed adopting Local Government Code §232.109 fire‑suppression requirements for subdivisions not served by certified water systems and agreed to a workshop to refine rules and tiering.
The Van Zandt County Commissioners Court approved the preliminary plat for The Ranches at Selen Creek — roughly 35–36 lots across about 254 acres along FM 1652 and FM 1255 in Precinct 1 — while attaching conditions intended to protect future buyers and clarify developer responsibilities.
Commissioners said the developer had completed required water studies and other review steps; the court approved the plat on the condition that required materials (referred to in the meeting as 'MYARs') be delivered and any deed restrictions or…
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