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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Denton County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Single-Family Bond Volume Cap Assignment for Homebuyer Assistance
The county partnered with TDHCA by assigning a $40 million bond volume cap to help local first-time homebuyers secure affordable mortgages with down payment assistance.
Convention Center Development
Roanoke just broke ground on The Cade, a brand new Hilton hotel and convention center. This major development is set to totally shake up the local business and hospitality scene.
Development Plats and Road Acceptances
Two replats — Ponderosa Estates and The Meadows Commercial — were approved after public hearings with no speakers. These set the recorded lot layout for development in Precinct 4.
Subdivision Development: Monarch at the Meadows Phase 2
The court approved the final plat for a major residential subdivision adding 221 new lots in Commissioner Precinct 4.
Economic Development
Conroe is throwing $25,000 at a bid to land a U.S. Space Academy, hoping to pull in more tourists and boost local education. While it's just a drop in the bucket for a city budget, it's a cool play to put them on the map.
Urban Development
Denton County is blowing up as the new gateway to DFW, which means a massive wave of new construction is coming your way. Expect your daily commute and local housing market to look a lot different as the area tries to keep pace with this rapid growth.