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The council approved an ordinance amendment to the Dangerous Dog Ordinance, adding a provision against filing false reports and requiring probable cause for seizure warrants.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 2 mentions in the last 30 days, 6 the 60 before, 6 the 90 before that.
Developers will face higher mitigation costs for removing protected post oak trees.
Residents benefit from a healthier, more robust tree canopy and improved local air quality.
Neighbors concerned about the visual impact and scale of large accessory buildings.
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The transition to the new school year seems to be going smoothly. Despite the heat, we do have many of our youth traveling to school on our sidewalks, streets, and trails. I cannot stress enough how important it is for parents to teach their child the rules of the road. Whether they are walking, riding […]
Well, that was a fast summer break for the kiddos – they went back to school on August 12. That means school buses, school drop-off and pickup lines, and many kids walking to school or riding their bikes, scooters, or other Micro-mobility devices. We are seeing more and more students riding scooters and other Micro-mobility […]
The town is looking to strengthen protections for post oak trees, which are vital to our local ecosystem. The proposed changes would make it more expensive for developers to remove these trees, encouraging them to build around them instead.
Helicopters and other non-emergency aircraft will not be allowed to land or operate within Bartonville’s town limits anymore. Bartonville Town Council unanimously approved an ordinance amendment in June that regulates and restricts non-emergency helicopter landings and operations within the Town. According to town documents, Bartonville town staff had received concerns from residents in regard to […]
Shots rang out at a short-term rental property in Little Elm Friday night, and officials believe a majority of the people involved were from Lewisville High School. Little Elm police officers responded to a report of gunshots and a large group of juveniles running through a neighborhood near White Oak Drive and White Pine Drive. […]
Flower Mound is changing the way it regulates parking in an effort to reduce oversized parking lots, support small businesses and create more green space. The Town Council unanimously approved amendments to its Land Development Regulations at its regular meeting Monday, allowing developers to use shared parking agreements based on when neighboring businesses experience peak […]
Fireworks will be a big hit for America’s 250th birthday, but southern Denton County municipalities are asking residents to leave it to the professionals. While fireworks can be easily bought at stands just outside of town or city limits, they can not be shot off, or even possessed, within local town/city limits. Argyle, Bartonville, Copper […]
The town is looking at changing parking rules to allow businesses to share spaces based on when they are busiest. This could lead to less pavement, more green space, and lower construction costs for developers.
Local business owners are asking for clearer rules and more flexibility regarding A-frame signs to help them promote their businesses.
Lowe's is seeking to formalize its outdoor storage practices, which currently conflict with town zoning codes. This change would allow them to keep inventory outside in designated areas.
The board discussed the strictness of town ordinances regarding the size and height of detached garages and accessory structures, specifically how 'special circumstances' are defined for granting variances.
The board updated the rules for reserving park facilities to ensure the process is fair and consistent for all residents.
The council approved an ordinance amendment to the Dangerous Dog Ordinance, adding a provision against filing false reports and requiring probable cause for seizure warrants.
The commission is reviewing the town's Tree Ordinance, looking at rules for specimen trees, how to survey them, and what's required for mitigation. This is important for balancing development with protecting the town's trees.
The town updated its rules for development, covering aspects like noise, home businesses, and parking. These changes aim to keep local regulations current with state laws and address community needs.
The commission approved changes to the library's policies, ensuring its services and operations align with community needs.
The commission approved updates to library policies, ensuring they meet current industry standards and address new challenges like AI-generated content.
The town approved amendments to its budget for the upcoming fiscal year, impacting various funds including general, street maintenance, parks, crime control, fire services, and capital projects. This ensures financial resources are allocated appropriately for town operations and services.
Allows for school facility improvement but requires mitigation for the removed trees.
The approval allows for the removal of three specimen trees, moving forward the conservation development project at Havenwood Phase 1.
Establishes residential development while complying with conservation district open space mandates.
Enhances school facilities but required a deviation from standard building codes.