Residents warn new Helena Avenue construction risks flooding and code violations

Jul 14, 2026

Multiple residents told the Nederland City Council that two new homes being built at 1308 Helena have pads elevated above adjacent yards, may violate setback and lot-width rules, and risk directing runoff under nearby pier-and-beam homes; they asked the city to halt work, enforce variances procedures, and require protections against drainage impacts.

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Multiple Nederland residents urged the City Council on July 13 to intervene at a nearby construction site they say is raising ground levels and threatening flooding for long‑time neighbors.

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