Johnson Development creates master-planned residential communities and mixed-use commercial districts across Texas and near Atlanta. It develops neighborhoods for families, combining homes, schools, parks, trails, amenities, retail, dining and employment spaces through long-term land-development partnerships.
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AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| BrysonLeander | 8.2/ 10 | —/ 10 | 8.2/ 10 |
The Google Reviews/Maps aggregate of 4.4/5 from 47 reviews sets the level and converts to 8.2/10 under the specified curve. The written complaints found were isolated rather than recurring, so no additional commentary adjustment was applied; no structural score is assigned because the published material read did not provide building-fabric or systems evidence. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Residents praised the “nice pool and ‘Backyard’ pavilion,” and one review called Bryson “a beautiful new neighborhood.” Complaints included that some areas were “lacking in cleanliness,” while another resident called the management team “the worst” after a disputed trash-bin citation; these were individual reports rather than recurring themes in the reviews read. | ||
| The WaterholeCross Creek West, Fulshear | 7.5/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.9/ 10 Google Reviews/Maps 5/5 · 3 reviews · businessdirectory.thekatynews.com Google Reviews/Maps publishes 5/5 from 3 reviews. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 7.9. |
The largest published rating is Google’s 4.3/5 from six reviews, which sets the level; because the review base is below ten, the result is kept within one point of 6.5, at 7.5. The available evidence concerns amenities and operations, not physical building systems, so structure is unscored; the single operational complaint is not a recurring theme under the stated rules. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published reviews describe the center as having “Lots of amenities to have fun with the family,” and another review gave five stars while asking that the hours be updated. A one-star review reported that event staff contradicted the rental coordinator about table setup and paid extension time, indicating an operational service problem; the review page listed the Waterhole at 4.3/5 from six reviews. | ||
| The CoopHarvest Green, Richmond | 6.7/ 10 | —/ 10 | 6.7/ 10 |
HAR.com provides the only published aggregate rating located: 5/5 from one community review, so it is below the ten-review threshold and is not treated as a strong building-specific anchor. The score is therefore constrained near 6.5 and moved modestly upward by repeated positive community commentary; no building-specific structural evidence was found, so structure remains null. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published material describes The Coop as a newly opened 3.2-acre park with a playground, pickleball court, sports field, covered pavilion, children's bike path and nine-hole putt-putt course. Community feedback is positive rather than operationally specific: one HAR reviewer cited “tons of amenities,” while a resident testimonial said, “We met so many people, more people I met in one single night than I met in 5 years living at my previous neighborhood.” |
Jointly acquired and develops a new home community in Magnolia.
Partnered with Johnson Development to develop Cole Ranch.
Investor in the Cole Ranch project.
First-phase builder for The George.
First-phase builder for The George.
First-phase builder for The George.
First-phase builder for The George.
First-phase builder for The George.
First-phase builder for The George.
First-phase builder for The George.
First-phase builder for The George.
Sold land for The George to Johnson Development.
Johnson Development and joint venture partner IHP Capital Partners have acquired the initial phase of what will ultimately be a 1,400-acre new home community in Magnolia.
Johnson Development has entered a partnership with The Cole Ranch Company, L.P. and Denton Range LLC for development of Cole Ranch.
The builders will offer designs for more than 300 homesites: Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes with floor plans for 40-foot homesites; Perry Homes and Empire Homes with designs for 45-foot lots; David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes offering designs for 50-foot homesites; and Highland Homes and J. Patrick Homes with plans for 60-foot lots.
Johnson Development acquired land for The George, located off Fm 2977 at Koeblen Road, from The George Foundation last year.
Denton Range LLC, a private held real estate investment firm managed by Silvestri Investments and with assets concentrated in the greater Houston, Texas and Orlando Florida areas, is an investor in the project.
The builders will offer designs for more than 300 homesites: Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes with floor plans for 40-foot homesites; Perry Homes and Empire Homes with designs for 45-foot lots; David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes offering designs for 50-foot homesites; and Highland Homes and J. Patrick Homes with plans for 60-foot lots.
The builders will offer designs for more than 300 homesites: Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes with floor plans for 40-foot homesites; Perry Homes and Empire Homes with designs for 45-foot lots; David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes offering designs for 50-foot homesites; and Highland Homes and J. Patrick Homes with plans for 60-foot lots.
The builders will offer designs for more than 300 homesites: Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes with floor plans for 40-foot homesites; Perry Homes and Empire Homes with designs for 45-foot lots; David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes offering designs for 50-foot homesites; and Highland Homes and J. Patrick Homes with plans for 60-foot lots.
The builders will offer designs for more than 300 homesites: Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes with floor plans for 40-foot homesites; Perry Homes and Empire Homes with designs for 45-foot lots; David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes offering designs for 50-foot homesites; and Highland Homes and J. Patrick Homes with plans for 60-foot lots.
The builders will offer designs for more than 300 homesites: Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes with floor plans for 40-foot homesites; Perry Homes and Empire Homes with designs for 45-foot lots; David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes offering designs for 50-foot homesites; and Highland Homes and J. Patrick Homes with plans for 60-foot lots.
The builders will offer designs for more than 300 homesites: Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes with floor plans for 40-foot homesites; Perry Homes and Empire Homes with designs for 45-foot lots; David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes offering designs for 50-foot homesites; and Highland Homes and J. Patrick Homes with plans for 60-foot lots.
The builders will offer designs for more than 300 homesites: Chesmar Homes and Newmark Homes with floor plans for 40-foot homesites; Perry Homes and Empire Homes with designs for 45-foot lots; David Weekley Homes and Westin Homes offering designs for 50-foot homesites; and Highland Homes and J. Patrick Homes with plans for 60-foot lots.
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| United States | active 10 projects tracked |
| Other | 9 of 10 |
| Masterplan | 1 of 10 |
| Residential, for sale | 1 of 10 |
I am honored to serve as the new president and CEO of Johnson Development.Builder Online February 15, 2022https://www.builderonline.com/builder-100/leadership/johnson-development-corp-promotes-michael-j-smith_o/
Together, with our team, I look forward to leading Johnson Development to continued success in the years ahead.Builder Online February 15, 2022https://www.builderonline.com/builder-100/leadership/johnson-development-corp-promotes-michael-j-smith_o/
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
Michael J. Smith
“I am honored to serve as the new president and CEO of Johnson Development.
Together, with our team, I look forward to leading Johnson Development to continued success in the years ahead.
President & Chief Executive Officer As President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Smith is responsible for the overall business operations of the Company including corporate policy, acquisition activities, and strategic visioning.
Michael J. Smith has been appointed the company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, effective February 3, 2022.
Mr. Smith joined Johnson Development in March of 2000. During his decades-long career, he has managed several large-scale, master-planned communities and has extensive professional experience in the large-scale land and community development business.
President & Chief Executive Officer
Celebrating 25 years with the company, Mr. Smith has played a pivotal role in its growth
With a decades-long career in large-scale land and community development, Mr. Smith brings deep industry expertise and strategic insight to every project.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
He is also a dedicated member of Rotary Club International and a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.
President & Chief Executive Officer As President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Smith is responsible for the overall business operations of the Company including corporate policy, acquisition activities, and strategic visioning.
He looks at the big picture. And our deals are long-term deals—12, 15 years.Builder Online October 1, 2021https://www.builderonline.com/builder-100/leadership/how-developer-larry-johnson-cultivates-land-and-creates-large-scale-communities_o/
Mr. Boswell has a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Finance from the University of Texas.
Kirk W. Boswell | Bio | Johnson Development.
He looks at the big picture. And our deals are long-term deals—12, 15 years.
As Senior Vice President and Treasurer for Johnson Development, Kirk Boswell manages a team of Financial Analysts
Mr. Boswell joined Johnson Development in 1985, and in 2005 was promoted to Senior Vice President when he assumed responsibility for managing the Financial Analyst Team.
As Senior Vice President and Treasurer for Johnson Development, Kirk Boswell manages a team of Financial Analysts that creates and maintains financial models crucial for Johnson Development communities. Mr. Boswell joined Johnson Development in 1985, and in 2005 was promoted to Senior Vice President when he assumed responsibility for managing the Financial Analyst Team. Mr. Boswell has a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Finance from the University of Texas.
Kirk Boswell manages a team of Financial Analysts that creates and maintains financial models crucial for Johnson Development communities.
Mr. Boswell joined Johnson Development in 1985
Mr. Boswell has a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Finance from the University of Texas.
He is a licensed real estate broker in the State of Texas
Senior Vice President and Treasurer
Elizabeth York
Senior Vice President & General Counsel Elizabeth York brings more than 25 years of real estate experience to her role as General Counsel of Johnson Development
Elizabeth York brings more than 25 years of real estate experience to her role as General Counsel of Johnson Development, having worked previously with prestigious law firms in Houston and the United Arab Emirates. In 2012, the Houston Business Journal named Ms. York Outstanding Solo General Counsel of the Year.
Elizabeth York brings more than 25 years of real estate experience to her role as General Counsel of Johnson Development
having worked previously with prestigious law firms in Houston and the United Arab Emirates.
In 2012, the Houston Business Journal named Ms. York Outstanding Solo General Counsel of the Year.
Senior Vice President & General Counsel Elizabeth York brings more than 25 years of real estate experience to her role as General Counsel of Johnson Development
Mr. Hahn holds a BBA
Jeremy Hahn
Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Hahn, CPA, serves as Johnson Development’s Chief Financial Officer.
He oversees the accounting and reporting functions, as well as treasury, audit, tax, risk management and IT for Johnson and its development projects. Having previously successfully managed the financial affairs for various enterprises, he served a combined 20 years with various organizations.
Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Hahn, CPA, serves as Johnson Development’s Chief Financial Officer.
Jeremy Hahn, CPA, serves as Johnson Development’s Chief Financial Officer.
He oversees the accounting and reporting functions, as well as treasury, audit, tax, risk management and IT for Johnson and its development projects.
he served a combined 20 years with various organizations.
Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Hahn, CPA, serves as Johnson Development’s Chief Financial Officer.
Jennifer Johnson to retail, dining, and workplaces close to home. These vibrant hubs bring together top national brands and beloved local businesses, creating a rich and Vice President of Commercial Sales diverse environment where convenience meets quality.jennifer@johnsondev.com
Jennifer Johnson
As Vice President of Commercial Sales, Jennifer Johnson plays the lead role in the sale of multiple property types within Johnson Development’s many master-planned communities.
As Vice President of Commercial Sales, Jennifer Johnson plays the lead role in the sale of multiple property types within Johnson Development’s many master-planned communities. She has sold more than $250 million of commercial land
As Vice President of Commercial Sales, Jennifer Johnson plays the lead role in the sale of multiple property types within Johnson Development’s many master-planned communities.
She has sold more than $250 million of commercial land for a variety of uses
Vice President of Commercial Sales
For information on Johnson Land Ventures, please contact: Michael Cox michael@johnsondev.com
Michael Cox | Bio | Johnson Land Ventures
He is an active 20-year member of the Urban Land Institute serving as a council chair
Mr. Cox was owner and founder of Memorial Development Services, which provided outsourced development services for builders, investors and lenders.
Michael Cox is a seasoned real estate development professional who has been involved in the development of award-winning residential, commercial, and resort projects
Michael Cox is a seasoned real estate development professional who has been involved in the development of award-winning residential, commercial, and resort projects in the United States and the Caribbean over his 40-year career. Johnson Land Ventures provides equity placement, transaction management, and development services for large land owners, many top-tier builders, investors, and lenders
President of Johnson Land Ventures
over his 40-year career
involved in the development of award-winning residential, commercial, and resort projects in the United States and the Caribbean
Mr. Cox is an active member of the Urban Land Institute as a past chair of a ULI Community Development Council.
Prior to founding JDS Companies with Johnson Development, Mr. Cox was owner and founder of Memorial Development Services
President of Johnson Land Ventures
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| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
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| Sienna Oaks Amenity Center | Missouri City, United States Sienna | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2025 | 2/17/2025 | Jan 2026 – Dec 2026 | Sep 2026 | +2.5 mo (−3.0 to +8.0) | estimated | completed |
| Silly Goose Park | Fulshear, United States Cross Creek West | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2026 | May 05, 2026 | Jun 2026 – Aug 2026 | Sep 2026 | +2.0 mo (+1.0 to +3.0) | estimated | completed |
| The Coop | Richmond, United States Harvest Green | other | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Sep 2026 | — | not scorable | completed |
| The Links | Fulshear, United States Cross Creek West | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2026 | May 05, 2026 | Jun 2026 – Aug 2026 | Sep 2026 | +2.0 mo (+1.0 to +3.0) | estimated | completed |
| Twilight Park | Fulshear, United States Cross Creek West | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2026 | May 05, 2026 | Jun 2026 – Aug 2026 | Sep 2026 | +2.0 mo (+1.0 to +3.0) | estimated | completed |
| Zoomies Dog Park | Fulshear, United States Cross Creek West | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2026 | May 05, 2026 | Jun 2026 – Aug 2026 | Sep 2026 | +2.0 mo (+1.0 to +3.0) | estimated | completed |
| The Slice | Richmond, United States Harvest Green | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2025 | next summer | Jan 2026 – Dec 2026 | Jun 2026 | −0.5 mo (−6.0 to +5.0) | estimated | completed |
| Bryson | Leander, United States | masterplan, residential for sale | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Nov 2025 | — | not scorable | completed |
| Legends Pointe | Magnolia, United States Kresston — Heartland District | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2024 | Oct. 1 | Jan 2025 – Dec 2025 | Oct 2025 | +3.5 mo (−2.0 to +9.0) | sourced | completed |
| The Waterhole | Fulshear, United States Cross Creek West | other | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Mar 2023 – May 2023 | Jan 2023 – Dec 2023 | +2.5 mo (−4.0 to +9.0) | sourced | completed |
| Coverage | active |
| Tracked since | October 10, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 11, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 11, 2026 |
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