multi-unit investment and rental properties. At the same time, the city is encountering newer forms of single-family development that challenge traditional planning assumptions. Historically, a standard single-family lot in Alamo might measure around 6,000 square feet, with typical homes ranging from 1,200 to 1,600 square feet. Newer projects, often described by developers as “garden homes,”are proposing smaller lots,sometimes around 5,000 square feet, while maintaining similar interior living space. For a former planner with more than 20 years of experience like Salinas, the shift from a 60-by-100 lot to a 50-by-90 footprint can be jarring, but the market is responding favorably, with many of these homes selling in the $180,000 to $200,000 range. Crucially, these newer formats are not displacing more traditional single-family development. Alamo continues to see conventional subdivisions On the potable water side, the city is upgrading its plant by replacing older metal filter systems with more durable and reliable concrete filters, improving both performance and longevity. These investments are guided by updated master plans for water, sewer, and drainage, completed in 2022.Those documents serve as roadmaps for future growth, ensuring that as development accelerates, the underlying infrastructure is ready to support it. HOUSING FOR EVERY STAGE OF LIFE As Alamo’s reputation grows, so too does interest from developers and homebuyers.The city is seeing an increasingly diverse set of housing options, designed to meet the needs of families, investors, retirees, and seasonal residents. One notable project is an 80-acre development dominated by four-plex units. With approximately 80 percent of its lots already sold, the subdivision is quickly filling in, reflecting strong demand for SAENZ BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU. Safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction drives us to deliver dependable infrastructure solutions you can trust. (956) 464-3400 Get In Touch 61 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 07, ISSUE 01 ALAMO, TX
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