A new RV park is set to be developed in Midland, Texas, following the unanimous approval of a zoning ordinance amendment by the City Council.
The planned 16.6-acre project, located just south of Interstate 20 near the Midland Horseshoe Pavilion, aims to provide short-term stays for recreational vehicles, with a maximum occupancy period of one month per unit.
The development, spearheaded by Zach Robinson of Cisco—who owns other RV parks in Midland and West Texas—signals continued interest in the region’s outdoor hospitality and RV accommodation market.
Infrastructure for the site will be provided by Bull Mountain LLC, with engineering oversight from Maverick Engineering.
The project underscores growing opportunities for investors and developers seeking to meet increasing demand for temporary RV accommodations in oil-adjacent regions. However, its approval has not come without community opposition.
Concerns from nearby residents have brought attention to potential issues with crime, infrastructure, and traffic congestion.
“The neighbors to the south are against this plan, not because everyone’s against having this type of facility in Midland,” said local attorney Michelle Morris, speaking to the Council. “We just really feel like the location is wrong.”
From an industry perspective, the case highlights the importance of early engagement with surrounding communities and local governments when planning new outdoor hospitality projects.
Security, water access, and neighborhood compatibility remain recurring themes in site selection and zoning debates—particularly in mixed-use or industrial areas.
Several residents have voiced concerns over increased foot traffic, fears of theft, and strains on local infrastructure. Randy Hanson, a homeowner adjacent to the proposed site, commented in a report published by Midland Reporter Telegraph, “We do have a high crime rate… I don’t like the idea of how long somebody can stay.”
Water supply and fire flow infrastructure were also among the key sticking points. Currently, no municipal water lines serve the area.
While city officials indicated water infrastructure would be addressed during construction, some opponents have questioned the feasibility of such work, especially with nearby oil lines complicating underground access.
Contractor Andrew Mellon acknowledged the challenge, noting, “Water lines could be brought through there to them if they so choose to develop their land,” while adding that the site relies on private water sources not designed for commercial fire protection.
Robinson addressed these issues during the council meeting, emphasizing plans to fence off the park and denying reports of any walking trail development.
“We’re trying to provide a place where families can come,” he said. “And we have the same concerns of stuff getting stolen out of the back of your truck in the park.”
For outdoor hospitality operators, the Midland development offers a case study in navigating logistical and regulatory hurdles. It also demonstrates how transparency, community dialogue, and robust infrastructure planning can shape the viability and reception of future RV park ventures.
While a construction timeline has yet to be disclosed, developers will be required to meet city guidelines moving forward.