Kerrville Habitat for Humanity project drawns concerns from neighbors worried about property values

If there’s one thing that’s clear about Kerr County is that every housing project will face challenges — even Habitat for Humanity housing.

The Weston Homeplace subdivision residents, just off East Main Street, have written to the Kerrville City Council to modify Habitat’s plans. And the key reason is property values.

“Our initial concern on this date is that this development will negatively affect the values of our homes,” the Weston residents wrote. “The proposed homes are different in construction, quality and style than the existing properties in Weston Homeplace.”

In May, Habitat for Humanity purchased 8.5 acres next to the Weston Homeplace, but the residents voiced concerns about traffic and privacy. While the residents say they’re not opposed to Habitat’s mission, they’re certainly not thrilled with the encroachment.

“While we oppose this project going in next to ours as currently proposed, it is not our intention to prevent Habitat from building on the site and fulfilling their mission,’ the residents wrote. “\We believe if all parties work together, we can achieve a plan that is satisfactory for all. Therefore, we would like to offer some solutions for your consideration.”

To achieve that, the Weston residents want the project flipped so that it won’t exit onto Bow Drive but out Wichita and Caddo lanes. They also want a 6-foot privacy fence.