During a recent government meeting, community members expressed their views on a proposed condominium development in Southlake, focusing on the flexibility of unit sizes. Joanne Terrell, a resident of Hunters Creek Drive, advocated for allowing a minimum condo size of 1,600 square feet and an average size of 2,310 square feet, emphasizing that such flexibility would benefit both developers and potential buyers without negatively impacting the city.
Several residents submitted comments in support of the development, including Patty Rogers, who expressed excitement about the project and disagreed with a previous recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding condo sizes. She reiterated that the proposed sizes would maintain the overall square footage and number of condos, thus ensuring a balanced development.
Conversely, Ron Miller, a local resident and real estate professional, raised concerns about the project's viability, drawing on his extensive experience in real estate management. He highlighted the challenges of developing mixed-use properties and referenced past projects that faced difficulties, cautioning that the development's liquidity could be at risk. Miller's comments underscored the complexities involved in such developments, contrasting them with simpler projects.
The meeting showcased a range of opinions on the condo development, reflecting the community's diverse perspectives on urban planning and real estate development in Southlake.