Keller City Council approves Armstrong Hills development plan with 49 residential lots

The Keller City Council made a significant decision during its April 1, 2025 meeting, approving a zoning change for the Armstrong Hills development. The council voted unanimously, 7-0, to allow the transformation of approximately 49 acres of land at 8740 Davis Boulevard from single-family residential lots of 36,000 square feet to smaller lots of 25,000 square feet. This change will enable the construction of 49 residential lots and 10 open space lots.

The proposed development, which has been in the Armstrong family since before Keller's annexation in the late 1960s, aims to create a gated community with custom homes. The applicant plans to establish a homeowners association responsible for maintaining the roadways, trails, and common areas. The homes are expected to start at around $1.7 million, with a minimum size of 3,000 square feet.

Key deviations from existing zoning regulations include a proposed minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet and a side yard setback of 10 feet, rather than the required percentage of lot width. Additionally, the applicant seeks to reduce the distance for garage door exposure from the street from 100 feet to 65 feet.

The council's approval comes amid some community opposition, with nearly 31% of residents within a 200-foot buffer expressing concerns. This level of opposition triggered a supermajority vote requirement for the council's decision. The development's next steps will involve further analysis of the preliminary civil plans by the public works department, ensuring compliance with city regulations.

As Keller continues to grow, the Armstrong Hills project represents a shift towards medium-density residential development, reflecting the city's evolving landscape and housing needs.