League City is looking to rezone approximately 1,776 acres of land on its west side for a planned unit development (PUD) that would feature both residential and commercial areas.
The League City Planning and Zoning Commission recently voted unanimously to recommend the zoning request, which, if approved by the City Council, would transform the area into a major development called Lloyd North, Central, and South.
Key Details of the Proposed Development
The proposed land development would cover three adjacent tracts of land. The area is located north of FM 517, south of League City Parkway, west of Hobbs Road, and east of McFarland Road. The project, which was first approved in 2006, has been revisited due to changes in the city’s code over time.
The plan involves the construction of nearly 2,637 single-family homes across Lloyd North and South. Of these, half would have lots at least 60 feet wide. In addition to residential areas, the development would also provide commercial and mixed-use spaces, including high-density apartments and retail spaces.
Key Features of Lloyd North, Central, and South
Lloyd North and South: These two areas would add 2,637 single-family homes, with a park and fire station site dedicated to the city. The park would cover 32.2 acres, and the fire station would occupy 4 acres near Muldoon Parkway.
Lloyd Central: This 245-acre section, bisected by the future Grand Parkway, would focus on commercial and mixed-use development. The area is expected to become a business and retail hub, with space for both high-density apartments and commercial properties.
School Sites: The development would reserve two 26-acre sites for schools, one in Lloyd North for Clear Creek ISD and another in Lloyd South for Santa Fe ISD. These sites could be converted to other uses if the school districts do not purchase them within five years.
Infrastructure and Road Improvements
The project includes plans to improve major thoroughfares like Bay Area Boulevard, as well as internal roads such as Maple Leaf Drive, Muldoon Parkway, and Winfield Parkway. These improvements are aimed at supporting the traffic demands of the new development.
Community Concerns and Updates
Some residents, such as Bob Aliksic, have raised concerns about the development’s impact on the area. Aliksic, who lives near the proposed site, suggested adding more detention ponds to manage stormwater and requested that construction crews avoid starting work before 5 a.m.
League City has a noise ordinance that prohibits construction before 7 a.m., which was acknowledged by Kris Carpenter, the Director of Development.
Updates Since 2006 Approval
Although the development was initially approved in 2006, significant updates to the city’s drainage ordinances, especially after Hurricane Harvey in 2017, have prompted revisions to the proposal.
The updated plans include stricter drainage measures and a reduction in the overall density of the development. The new proposal also eliminates multifamily developments.
League City City Council is set to hold a public hearing on July 22, where they will consider the first reading of the ordinance to approve the Lloyd PUDs. If approved, this development could reshape the west side of League City with both residential and commercial growth.
