Conroe will receive $30 million in federal funding to expand Foster Road into a four-lane boulevard. The project, which will begin in 2031, aims to reduce traffic congestion, enhance safety, and improve drainage. It will cost $37.3 million.
Conroe has issued over 14,000 new home permits in the past decade, surpassing other major Houston suburbs. However, infrastructure struggles threaten to slow its rapid expansion.
Montgomery County voters will decide on a $480 million road bond in the May 3 election, marking the first initiative in a decade.
Artavia, a 2,800-acre master-planned community in Conroe, has opened a new entryway on Hwy. 1314 to improve traffic flow and connectivity.
Houston-based developer Johnson Land Ventures has acquired 200 acres of the 388-acre Redbird Meadow development in Montgomery County and plans to purchase the remaining 185 acres over the next 18 months. The community rebranded as Briarley, will feature 286 homes in its first phase, targeting move-up buyers. Sales are expected to begin this spring, with prices ranging from $400,000 to $700,000.
Native Texas Landscape is revitalizing Conroe’s overdeveloped subdivisions by creating sustainable, native plant gardens that attract butterflies, bees, and other local wildlife. Their eco-friendly designs seamlessly merge modern aesthetics with environmental stewardship, promoting water conservation and habitat restoration. This innovative approach enhances neighborhood beauty while re-establishing the natural balance of local ecosystems.