City of Granbury

The commission held public hearings to consider several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. Approvals were granted for a sign replacement project at 115 W. Pearl St., an exterior remodel at 307 E Bridge involving the conversion of window space to a porch, and the replacement of front doors at 116 N. Crockett St.

The council addressed several items, including the recognition of graduates from the Granbury Citizens Police Academy. Public hearings were held regarding the voluntary annexation of 8.542 acres of the George W. Mead Survey, zoning changes from Interim Holding to R.7 Single Family Residential, and a Specific Use Permit for a self-service carwash. Additionally, the council approved the abandonment of a portion of Holly Hills Cemetery Road and a zoning change for a residential estate development. The council also deliberated on legal matters, real property, and economic development during an executive session, ultimately authorizing the negotiation of a development agreement for expedited services.

The commission conducted public hearings regarding a zoning change from Interim Holding to R.7 Single Family Residential for property on Meander Road, the approval of a Specific Use Permit for a self-service carwash on South Morgan Street, and a zoning change from Interim Holding to Planned Development/Residential Estate District for a property on Holly Hills Cemetery Road to allow for a private golf course and residential development.

The City Council presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Andy Rash and proclaimed Public Works Week. Key business items included authorizing police department equipment purchases, amending the code of ordinances for fee schedules, and adjusting the operating budget for several municipal funds. The Council approved the publication of a notice of intention to issue certificates of obligation and discussed a 10-year financial plan. Following an executive session, the Council authorized a development agreement for a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone and a development amendment related to operational terms.

The commission held public hearings to consider requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. Approvals were granted for the installation of a 6-foot-high wood privacy fence at 207 S. Travis St. and the construction of an 80-square-foot pergola at 307 Mary Lou Ct. Additionally, the commission approved the construction of a new single-family residence and associated site improvements at 520 W. Bridge St., while denying the request for a proposed accessory structure due to its height exceeding established guidelines.