Council approves reduced front-yard setback for First Baptist Learning Center

Apr 15, 2026

Bertram City Council approved a variance to reduce the front-yard setback at 200 East Cedar Street from 25 feet to 15 feet so the First Baptist Learning Center can rebuild and preserve large oak trees; council cited hardship and compatibility standards and the motion passed.

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The Bertram City Council voted to approve a variance allowing a 15-foot front-yard setback at 200 East Cedar Street, the site of the First Baptist Church Learning Center, during its April 2026 regular meeting.

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