Protecting Benbrook: Why Floodplain Zoning Matters.

Benbrook residents, there’s a zoning decision coming up that deserves your attention.

The City’s Comprehensive Plan from 2020 sets clear guidelines: development in floodplains and floodways should be limited to prevent future flooding, and existing homes in those risky areas should be protected or relocated when possible.

Right now, there’s a proposal to rezone land next to Mary’s Creek—a known floodplain. Approving this change would go against those long-standing principles, potentially putting homes and families at greater risk.

The call is simple: keep the zoning as it is. Let’s honor the city’s plan and prioritize safety over unchecked development. It’s a vote for protecting our community and the homes we all care about.