Residents of Fulshear are raising alarms over recent zoning changes that they believe threaten property values and community integrity. During a heated Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on June 6, 2025, local resident Mr. Dowdall expressed outrage over the council's decision to rezone a property from state residential to commercial, arguing that it undermines the protections previously afforded by the homeowners association (HOA).

Dowdall criticized the council for what he described as a lack of transparency and due diligence, claiming that the rezoning was approved based on "non-based assumptions" about potential revenue. He emphasized that many residents felt blindsided by the decision, which he believes has already begun to devalue their properties. "This city council took away our protection," he stated, urging the council to reconsider the amendment based on misinformation presented during the initial discussions.

The meeting also highlighted concerns regarding the KIPP track, which Dowdall argued was never part of the Fulshear Run Planned Unit Development (PUD). He presented maps and documentation to support his claims, asserting that the city had failed to provide adequate records regarding the rezoning process. "If this track was never PUD but was a state residential, how can Tri Point have two houses built already?" he questioned, calling for an investigation into the zoning violations.

Commission members acknowledged the gravity of the situation, with one member noting the significant leap from state residential to commercial zoning and the potential impact on neighboring property owners. The discussion underscored a growing tension between developers and residents, with many feeling that their voices are being overshadowed by commercial interests.

As the meeting concluded, Dowdall and other residents expressed their determination to seek a reversal of the zoning decision, urging council members to prioritize community interests over developer profits. The outcome of this ongoing debate could have lasting implications for Fulshear's development landscape and the preservation of its residential character.