PETITION OPPOSING THE PROPOSED 93-LOT SUBDIVISION IN SERENADA SUBDIVISION KNOWN BY THE CITY PLANNING DEPARTMENT CASE NAME AS KB HOMES RAYMOND

To: Georgetown City Council

We, the undersigned residents and concerned citizens of  Serenada Subdivision express our firm opposition to the proposed 93-lot subdivision on the 29-acre tract within our established neighborhood known by its Planning Department Case Name as KB HOMES RAYMOND. 

For over 30 years, our community has thrived as a peaceful country-style enclave, defined by forests of ancient oaks, spacious 1-to-2-acre lots, and quiet, winding streets. This development threatens to permanently erase our neighborhood’s character, replacing it with high-density housing in direct conflict with its natural and historical identity.

Environmental Destruction & Tree Protections Ignored

• The development’s plan violates the spirit of Georgetown’s tree protection ordinances, which allow the developer to pay required fees rather than preserve protected trees. Clear-cutting would then proceed. 
• Clear-cutting the land will obliterate the ancient oak forest and irreversibly damage the area’s natural ecosystem.
Quality of Life, Infrastructure & Safety Impacts

• The new subdivision will increase traffic congestion on roads designed for low-density living, posing safety risks.
• Local infrastructure—including emergency services, schools, and drainage—is not equipped for this sudden population surge.
• Noise, pollution, and overcrowding will deteriorate the quality of life for existing residents.
City Airport Proximity: A Major Concern

• The proposed development directly abuts the city airport, where future plans may include aircraft hangars, jet/piston engine repair and maintenance, and airframe remodeling facilities.
• These planned airport expansions require taxiways and aircraft access services, making residential development near the airport highly problematic.
• Constant aircraft noise, safety hazards, and FAA zoning regulations must be considered before allowing high-density housing near the airport.
• The city must prioritize airport growth and safety standards over residential expansion in areas incompatible with aviation-related development.
 

Affordable Housing Debate: Location Matters

• While affordable housing is an important issue, forcing it into an established low-density rural type one to two acre lot subdivision is not the solution.
• There are more suitable locations for high-density housing that align with existing infrastructure and urban planning goals.
• This project does not provide genuinely affordable housing—it merely introduces smaller, market-priced lots while erasing a historically unique neighborhood.
Our Demand: Stop the Development and Protect Our Community

We urge the City Council to deny approval of this subdivision and uphold the preservation of one of the last remaining country-style neighborhoods in Georgetown. We demand:

1. Strict enforcement of tree protection laws—no clearing without rigorous oversight.
2. A comprehensive environmental, traffic, airport safety, and infrastructure impact assessment before further approvals.
3. Consideration of alternative locations for higher-density housing outside our established subdivision.
By signing this petition, we stand together to protect our neighborhood, our environment, and our way of life.