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The city of West
University Place was developed by former Tennessee Gov. Ben Hooper
in 1917. Proximity to Rice Institute inspired the name West
University. It incorporated in 1925, ironically, because of a
reluctance on Houston's part to extend power lines out. About 13,000
residents live in this city that spans 1,248 residential acres and
nearly 20 acres of commercial property. West University maintains
strong inspection and permit policies as well as strict zoning
regulations. Because of the high demand for homes in the area, few
vacant home lots remain. About five years ago, older homes were
razed and replaced with new, multi-story Georgian style homes. In
fact, more of this kind of renovating has taken place in West
University Place than elsewhere in Houston. Per square foot
home-building costs run $130,000 to $150,000, having risen from
$104,000 in April 1989.
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