They mentioned how the pole creates a blind spot for drivers turning at that intersection. I’m really surprised they didn’t mention how it completely blocks wheelchair users from accessing the cut curb. They even spoke to a guy using a wheelchair!
Yeah, I’m gonna go out on a limb and say that, *especially* in Texas, power system infrastructure is a public good that must, by necessity, trump yo’ damn property values.
Though blocking handicap-accessible sidewalks is no bueno.
A seller of residential property is obligated to disclose to a buyer all facts known to a seller that materially and adversely affect the value of the Property being sold which are not readily observable by a buyer.
The sellers had to know this was coming. All public utilities have to give notice to the public and nearby homeowners,
They may have some recourse with the seller’s real-estate agent and seller. There is a disclosure document that is signed by sellers and notarized.
Wonder how many of the clowns responding here were the same ones that were bitching about Texas’ “aging” grid during the winter storm? What do you think upgrading a system entails?
Where would you put it? Across the street in your neighbors yard? Does anyone have any idea how difficult and expensive to move an easement in Montrose would be without condemnation proceedings? And then *that* poor smuck gets to complain on Channel 13?
joryuu says
They mentioned how the pole creates a blind spot for drivers turning at that intersection. I’m really surprised they didn’t mention how it completely blocks wheelchair users from accessing the cut curb. They even spoke to a guy using a wheelchair!
WaterChi says
ahhhh, Texas. Fully embracing late stage capitalism
Negative-Emotion-795 says
In Texas, even the eyesores are bigger.
ShadowDragon8685 says
Yeah, I’m gonna go out on a limb and say that, *especially* in Texas, power system infrastructure is a public good that must, by necessity, trump yo’ damn property values.
Though blocking handicap-accessible sidewalks is no bueno.
Chaos-Pand4 says
They could at least not block two sidewalks with it.
coyowile says
Paint it to look like a tree.
DebiMoonfae says
Some paint and creativity could make that less horrible .
Make it look like a tree, plant some flowers at the base. Or just invite Banksy or a local artist to put something interesting on it.
dhbroo12 says
They should have put it in the middle of the intersection with flowers surrounding it and make it a roundabout.
aneeta96 says
Deregulation at its best.
Well done Texas, once again you have provided a great example for why this is a bad idea.
jackson71 says
A seller of residential property is obligated to disclose to a buyer all facts known to a seller that materially and adversely affect the value of the Property being sold which are not readily observable by a buyer.
The sellers had to know this was coming. All public utilities have to give notice to the public and nearby homeowners,
They may have some recourse with the seller’s real-estate agent and seller. There is a disclosure document that is signed by sellers and notarized.
WFOMO says
Wonder how many of the clowns responding here were the same ones that were bitching about Texas’ “aging” grid during the winter storm? What do you think upgrading a system entails?
Where would you put it? Across the street in your neighbors yard? Does anyone have any idea how difficult and expensive to move an easement in Montrose would be without condemnation proceedings? And then *that* poor smuck gets to complain on Channel 13?
NIMBY’s one and all.
SweetCosmicPope says
Dude, I’d be pissed. This is in Montrose in Houston. That’s where all the rich GCWOKs live. They definitely paid alot of money for that house.
AuburnElvis says
The residents should turn it into a confederate monument.
skinte1 says
Why are you guys still using overhead/aerial cables in urban areas in the 21st century?? They should be under ground…
RaceSignificant1794 says
Better to beg forgiveness than ask for permission.
Because big $$$$ always wins.