Title
Consider and take action on an ordinance approving a Rezoning Application, MAP-25-0010 (3143 W FM 517), a request to rezone approximately 54.656 acres from “RSF-7” (Residential Single-Family 7) to “IL” (Limited Industrial), generally located along the north side of Farm to Market Road 517, west of McFarland Road and east of My Road with the address of 3143 West Farm to Market Road 517 (Director of Planning)
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, 6-0-0, on February 12, 2026.
Background:
Approval of this item will rezone approximately 54.656 acres from “RSF-7” (Residential Single-Family 7) to “IL” (Limited Industrial).
Project Timeline
August 10, 1999 - The property was initially zoned as “SDR” (Suburban Development District Residential).
August 30, 2005 - The property was zoned “RSF-7” (Residential Single-Family 7) as part of the City’s Zoning Map and Ordinance revisions of 2005.
November 25, 2025 - The applicant held a neighborhood meeting in League City. One (1) non-resident property owner was in attendance.
December 29, 2025 - The applicant submitted a rezoning request to the Planning Department.
January 27, 2026 - Public hearing notices were mailed to the surrounding property owner, a public hearing sign was posted on the property, notice was published in the newspaper, and a notice was published on the city’s website.
February 12, 2026 - Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval of the request.
February 24, 2026 - City Council is scheduled to conduct a public hearing and consider the request on first reading.
March 24, 2026 - If approved on first reading, City Council will consider the second reading of the request.
Project Summary:
The applicant proposes to rezone approximately 54.656 acres of land located on the west side of League City from “RSF-7” (Residential Single-Family 7) to “IL” (Limited Industrial).
The applicant states that the property’s size, configuration, existing easement, and limited roadway frontage make it less suitable for traditional residential development and more appropriate for industrial use. The proposed zoning is anticipated to support employment-generating development, diversify the City’s tax base, and provide job opportunities closer to existing residential areas while minimizing impacts on schools and residential infrastructure.
While the applicant does not have a specific layout for the site, they envision future development to consist of mixed office, office warehouse, or private utility uses.
If approved, when developed, the property would be required to adhere to the development regulations of the “IL” zoning district defined within the Unified Development Code. This would include the requirement of a 50-foot-wide landscape buffer yard where the tract is directly adjacent to the residential zoning districts.
The proposed zoning conforms to the Future Land Use Map in the Westside Master Plan, which identifies the area as “Industrial”. In the Master Plan, Limited Industrial is referred to as land designated for light manufacturing, processing, logistics and other industrialized activities. These areas are designated along major roadways for access and are buffered from single-family residential. Similar to commercial land uses, industrial land uses are vital to supporting economic vitality by creating local jobs, diversifying the local tax base, and generating more commercial tax revenue.
The subject property’s location on the periphery of League City supports the appropriateness of the proposed “IL” zoning district. Industrial uses are well suited to edge-of-city locations where access to major roadways is available and potential land use conflicts are minimized. The property is removed from existing single-family residential neighborhoods, is adjacent to established industrial uses in the City of Alvin to the west and is not expected to create adverse impacts on nearby League City properties. This location allows for industrial development that is compatible with surrounding uses while supporting the City’s economic development objectives.
On February 12, 2026, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing. No people spoke at the public hearing. The Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommended approval of the request, 6-0-0.
Attachments:
1. Proposed Ordinance
2. Exhibit A - Zoning Map
3. Exhibit B - Survey
CONTRACT ORIGINATION:
Planning Department
Applicant/Owner: Blake Baker of Blake Baker Real Estate, LLC/ Charles Baker
FUNDING
{X} NOT APPLICABLE
STRATEGIC PLANNING
{X} Addresses Strategic Planning Critical Success Factor #8 (Quality-Built Environment)