The city of New Braunfels is tightening its construction hours in response to persistent resident complaints related to excavation work on the Lyndon Ranch Apartments development.

The city has been receiving "substantial complaints" since the Fall regarding the clearing of trees, excessive dust, extensive work hours and noise levels, Deputy City Manager Jordan Matney said.

On Oct. 12, a 24-hour stop work order was placed on the development to address excessive dust, but concerns about the noise level and work hours persisted.