Land is at a premium in North Texas. Developers are looking for as much available land as possible for new houses. But even though growth is moving quickly along, some people in Fort Worth are resistant to the idea of new houses in their neighborhoods. According to Fort Worth Business, the Fort Worth City Council recently voted on a rezoning issue that has divided residents of East Fort Worth.

A plot of land at 7429 Randol Mill Road was at the center of the dispute. The land was owned by Two Ponds Inc. and was previously zoned for Planned Development/Specific Use. The company planned to use the site for Western apparel sales, recreational vehicle parking, and a rodeo arena. 

At the Dec. 7 City Council meeting, members approved a zoning change to a classification that permits development of a new community of single-family houses.

The neighborhood has remained somewhat undeveloped in comparison to other areas within the city. Residents were divided about whether more housing would be welcome in the area. Some long-time residents felt that a rodeo would be more in keeping with the character of the neighborhood.

Several issues have already been ironed out regarding the development. A previously proposed minimum house size requirement was eliminated before the zoning change was approved. 

The land is adjacent to the Trinity River and several issues related to drainage still have to be worked out as well.