Residents Rally to Protect Benbrook Floodplains.

The debate over development in Benbrook’s floodplains is far from over.

After Sandlin Homes moved forward with Trinity Estates Phase 3, residents say the damage to natural flood buffers is clear. Now attention is turning to Phase 4, which has yet to break ground, and neighbors are determined to preserve what remains.

Community members are urging one another to show up at Planning and Zoning meetings, City Council sessions, and Benbrook Water Authority discussions to voice their opposition. The concern is not just about property values but about long-term safety, drainage, and preserving floodplain land meant to absorb rising waters.

With local elections approaching, some residents argue it is time to back candidates who prioritize citizen interests over developer demands. Others are stepping up to get directly involved, applying for positions on city commissions that influence land use decisions.

The message is clear: residents believe the future of Benbrook’s floodplains depends on participation, persistence, and a willingness to speak up.

For meeting agendas and city updates, visit benbrook-tx.gov.