firstimehomebuyer

I'm looking to possibly buy a townhome on Fletcher st. in a subdivision called hogan's place. Has anyone heard of this property and could give me more feedback. Anything would be appreciated to make my decision alot easier!

Does anyone know how I can get started on establishing a queit zone for trains to stop honking their horns throughout the night? I'm living in the eastend and I usually get used to the honking, but sometimes the trains honks continuously, like they are just holding down on the horn and not letting go!! I know there are guidelines to when and where they should honk, but this is ridiculous!! I know Bellaire/West U recently got their quiet zone and wondered if anyone had any suggestions on how I can one for my area. I know that in order to get a quiet zone, there has to be safety requirements we have to meet first, but I don't know how to get in touch with the city council and/or any other officials regarding this matter. Your help and/or suggestions are greatly appreciated!!!

Anyone heard or know if a possible quiet zone for trains not to honk within certain limits will be in effect? I live around the Mckinney and Paige area where the trains honk all times of the day. I've heard that since this area is becoming more residential, that by spring 2006, there should be a quiet zone in effect. However, im a little skeptical since it took the bellaire/west university area years to finally get zoned. Does anyone have any idea if this topic has been brought up by our city council district or what we can do to start working for a quiet zone. I'm sure everyone living in the area would definitely be proactive with this.....

I'm looking to possibly purchase a townhome on Mckinney ave. called Mckinney villas, but the only thing stopping me is the railroad right behind the property! Can anyone tell me how often this train runs, if it only runs during the day or throughout the night, can you hear the trains despite being indoors....any information will definitely help me decide!! I know from reading this forum, a couple of people have mentioned that they live in the Mckinney villas....any regrets?