Waters Planned Unit Development (PUD)

Expressed deep concern over apartments coming across from Fullbrook, citing water issues, sewer capacity, subsidence, and traffic.

Shared 54 years of real estate experience, warning that high-density apartments will hurt property values, worsen traffic, and degrade quality of life.

Spoke about choosing Fulshear for its peace and open space, urging council to protect the community's character from high-density sprawl.

Resident of Polo Ranch who highlighted existing water pressure issues, bad water smell, and worsening traffic on FM 359.

Weston Lakes resident noted that growth impacts neighboring communities, urging council to stand up to developers and protect infrastructure.

Suggested that if the city must allow multifamily to meet legal obligations, it should permit townhomes or duplexes rather than apartment complexes, and urged taking time to consult attorneys.

Shared a personal story about her autistic son who is sensitive to noise, pleading with council to vote no on the Waters PUD to preserve safety and quiet.

Challenged leaders to take a stand against developers, warning that once high-density apartments are allowed, the community feel cannot be recovered.

Addressed property valuations and tax bases, warning that multifamily apartments could eventually depress property values and harm local tax revenues.

Asked for clarification on retention pond requirements and drainage plans across all five tracts of the Waters PUD.

Shared negative personal experiences with apartments built directly behind his former home in Katy, citing trash, noise, and school overcrowding.

Ph.D. geologist discussed land subsidence, groundwater depletion, water quality issues, and plunging home valuations in Del Webb.

Fullbrook HOA president analyzed the development agreements, arguing they do not legally mandate apartments, and questioned the developer's H-1B visa history.

Fullbrook resident discussed moving to Fulshear for a small-town feel, warning against changing the rules and citing water and traffic concerns.

Weston Lakes resident cited historical warnings against overdeveloping Fort Bend County, electrical grid issues, and crime correlation with apartments.

Chemical engineering student discussed Bessies Creek watershed hydrology, impervious cover, and the inadequacy of conceptual detention commitments.

Expressed concern that apartments bring overcrowded schools, increased traffic, and stormwater runoff flooding issues.

Argued that the city hasn't done its legal homework, noting that 2021 Del Webb agreement exhibits show certain tracts as commercial only, meaning apartments aren't legally guaranteed.

Shared that she moved to Fulshear for a family-oriented community and worries short-term renters in apartments hurt long-term neighborhood stability.

Objected to 4-story apartments overlooking backyards and pools, stating Fulshear is losing its country town feel.

Acknowledged that while apartments aren't popular, the PUD provides necessary legal protections and buffers, though traffic on 1093 remains a major concern.

Representing Fulbrook, stated that changing commercial DAs to multifamily affects property values and pushes infrastructure past its limits.

Highlighted muddy water, mosquito concerns, traffic on FM 359, and an overabundance of vacant apartments.