Emergency access gates on Leslie Drive and Norma Lane
Richland Hills
Summary
The council got preliminary quotes ($11,347–$18,000) for emergency access gates behind the Leslie Drive and Norma Lane neighborhoods, letting fire and police open them only via Knox lock. Some members dislike the chain-link style and want resident input and privacy slats.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Estimated $11,347–$18,000 for the gates, plus concrete work still being quoted.
Residents of those neighborhoods gain an emergency escape route during floods or ice storms.
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