Proposed changes to the city of Kyle’s Residential Style Guide are intended to create a “higher standard” in neighborhood design, according to Development Director Howard Koontz.

The City Council on Jan. 21 heard a presentation by Koontz on amendments to the style guide. No action was taken, but council directed city staff to make further revisions before bringing the issue back for further consideration.

That said, much of the impetus for the changes was HB 2439, which was passe...