Board of Adjustment denies variance request in final meeting of member Freeny

In a quiet room filled with the echoes of past decisions, the Flower Mound Zoning Board of Adjustment convened on July 9, 2025, to address a significant variance request. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as board members prepared to cast their votes on a matter that would shape the community's landscape.

The meeting took a decisive turn when a motion was made to deny the variance in question. "I'll make a motion that the variance be denied," one board member stated firmly, prompting a swift second from a colleague. With no further discussion, the board moved to a roll call vote. Each member voiced their agreement, and the motion carried unanimously, sealing the fate of the variance request.

As the meeting progressed, the tone shifted from procedural to personal. In a heartfelt moment, a long-serving board member announced that this would be their final meeting. After over 30 years in Flower Mound, they shared their bittersweet farewell, expressing gratitude for the trust placed in them and the connections forged over the years. "I will miss the town greatly," they said, leaving a palpable sense of nostalgia in the air.

With no further business on the agenda and no upcoming meetings scheduled, the board members were reminded to consider potential candidates for the next chairperson. As the clock struck 7:27 PM, the meeting concluded, marking the end of an era for one member and the continuation of community governance in Flower Mound.