Officials: No plans to pause permits on new home construction despite water concerns

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Concerns about the Coastal Bend’s water supply have raised questions about what it could mean for future growth in Corpus Christi.

Some realtors and home builders have wondered whether the city could eventually stop issuing permits for new homes if drought conditions continue and water resources tighten.

But city leaders say that is not something currently being recommended, and builders say they are already taking steps to reduce water use in new developments…

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