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Forney is blowing up as one of the fastest-growing affordable suburbs in the U.S., which is awesome for your home value but means we're about to deal with way more traffic and construction. Get ready for some growing pains as the city scrambles to keep up with the new population.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 2 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
The city would share the cost of one employee for the first year.
The city and county, by gaining more control over voucher administration.
Commuters are going to feel the pain with longer drive times and constant construction zones.
Kaufman County is touted as being one of the fastest growing counties in Texas as well as the nation, and anyone who has driven around Forney lately can easily see that much of the growth is happening right here in our town. While a number of growing pains are certainly normal and to be expected in a time of booming development, there are some facets of growth that can be simpler with the proper framework in place.
The site currently has parking violations and concerns about street congestion.
Allows for business growth while maintaining existing screening.
A new business use with age restrictions and air purification.
Provides a new entertainment option for families.
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