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Mixed-Use Tree Removal Permit at Cottonwood

Flower Mound

Summary

Developers of an 86-acre mixed-use project including a Costco requested to remove 31 specimen trees, prompting debate over parking lot design and tree preservation.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Specimen tree mitigation alone was assessed at $226,200, plus additional fees for protected trees and riparian habitat impact.

✅Who benefits

Future shoppers and the commercial developer.

⚠️Who could be affected

Residents concerned with the loss of heritage trees and rural character.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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