Concerns About Fill Height in New Atascocita Development
Concerns About Fill Height in New Atascocita Development
Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 10/27/2024 10:25pm
Article Summary:
"Residents Concerned About Fill Height in New Atascocita Development"
Meritage Homes of Texas LLC has raised concerns among residents in Atascocita due to placing an estimated 5 feet of fill above street level in Phase 1 of a new development, leading to fears of potential flooding from runoff. While the developer exceeds minimum stormwater detention requirements, the depth of fill has caused worry among surrounding homeowners, with uncertainties regarding the need and potential flood risk, pending the release of final construction plans and drainage analysis by Harris County Engineering. Residents are concerned about the impact on neighboring properties and the potential tree damage from excess fill.
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Date: 10/27/2024 10:25pm
Article Summary:
"Residents Concerned About Fill Height in New Atascocita Development"
Meritage Homes of Texas LLC has raised concerns among residents in Atascocita due to placing an estimated 5 feet of fill above street level in Phase 1 of a new development, leading to fears of potential flooding from runoff. While the developer exceeds minimum stormwater detention requirements, the depth of fill has caused worry among surrounding homeowners, with uncertainties regarding the need and potential flood risk, pending the release of final construction plans and drainage analysis by Harris County Engineering. Residents are concerned about the impact on neighboring properties and the potential tree damage from excess fill.
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