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Public Hearing on Floodplain Variance for 1812 Clifford Avenue

Original title: Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance granting variances for property located at 1812 Clifford Avenue from certain floodplain regulations prescribed by City Code for construction of a single-family residential dwelling unit within the 25-year and 100-year floodplains of Boggy Creek; establishing the conditions for the variances; and providing an expiration date for the variances. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact.

May 28, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This ordinance determines whether a specific residential property can be developed despite its location in a high-risk flood zone, setting a precedent for how the city manages construction near Boggy Creek.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owner of 1812 Clifford Avenue

The owner is seeking permission to build a single-family home on land currently restricted by floodplain regulations.

Nearby residents of Boggy Creek

Residents in the vicinity may be affected by changes to local drainage or development patterns near the creek.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 28, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The City Council is considering an ordinance to grant a property owner at 1812 Clifford Avenue an exemption from specific city floodplain regulations. This would allow for the construction of a single-family home within the of Boggy Creek, subject to specific conditions and an expiration date.

Key Facts

The ordinance proposes granting a variance from City Code floodplain regulations for 1812 Clifford Avenue.
The variance would permit the construction of a single-family residential dwelling unit.
The property is located within the 25-year and 100-year floodplains of Boggy Creek.
The ordinance includes specific conditions that must be met to qualify for the variance.
The variance will include a defined expiration date.
The city reports that this item has no fiscal impact on the municipal budget.
The file number for this legislative item is 26-1825.
The item is scheduled for a public hearing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a floodplain variance?

It is an official permission granted by the city to deviate from standard building codes that restrict construction in areas prone to flooding.

Does this project cost the city money?

No, the document states that this item has no fiscal impact.

Can I provide input on this decision?

Yes, the item is listed as a public hearing, which allows residents to provide testimony to the City Council.

Why It Matters

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Connected Entities

location1812 Clifford Avenue“The specific property requesting the floodplain variance.”Map →

locationBoggy Creek“The waterway associated with the 25-year and 100-year floodplains.”Map →

organizationCity Council“The governing body conducting the hearing and considering the ordinance.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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