Island Developers Switching to Town Houses

Galveston County Daily News, December 7, 2006,
by Laura Elder

GALVESTON — First, mid-and high-rise condominiums were all the rage in Galveston. Now it’s townhouses.

Island planning officials have approved the general land use plan for Cove View Townhomes, which will include 100 Mediterranean-style homes on the West End.

Dallas-based Libby Commercial Realty is developer of the $23 million project, between FM 3005 and Stewart Road. Libby Commercial Realty said it was hoping to appeal not only to empty nesters and retirees, but also families with children and single professionals.

Several developers are planning small townhouse projects around the island. Most recently, rumors were circulating that 30 high-end townhomes would sprout up at Ferry Road and Seawall Boulevard.