Desert Knoll Subdivision (137 homes)
Summary
The city's only active residential subdivision after next August got the green light — 137 houses near Two Mile Road that supporters say add housing, property tax, and a path to more affordable stock, while critics flagged wildlife, noise, and the wastewater plant.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 29, 2026.
Impact analysis
Roughly $1,000 per unit per year in property tax revenue once homes are built, per the mayor's estimate.
Future homebuyers, the developer, and the city's tax base and housing supply.
Nearby residents concerned about wastewater plant noise, lost trails, and wildlife habitat displacement.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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