Title
Hold a public hearing on a request for a Rezoning, MAP-21-0001 (Multiple Parcels, Rights of Way and Easements along W. FM 646), to rezone approximately 15 acres of land area comprised of 20 parcels from “CO” (Office Commercial) to “CG” (General Commercial) and rezone the adjacent rights-of-way and easements from “OS” (Open Space) to “CG” (General Commercial), generally located along the south side of W. FM 646 and west of SH 3 (Executive Director of Development Services)
Background:
A public hearing is required to consider the change of zoning from “CO” (Office Commercial) and “OS” (Open Space) to “CG” (General Commercial).
Project Timeline:
December 16, 2020 - Staff had a meeting to discuss the staff-initiated rezoning of these properties from “CO” (Office Commercial) to “CG” (General Commercial).
January 4, 2021 - Notices went out to the property owners of these lots advising them of the staff-initiated change of zoning and requesting them to notify staff with any questions, concerns or objections.
March 1, 2021 - Item was originally scheduled for Planning and Zoning Commission, but the meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum.
March 2, 2021 - Notices were sent to the property owners within 200 feet of the subject properties.
March 2, 2021- Notices were posted in the newspaper and on the subject properties.
April 5, 2021 - Planning and Zoning Commission heard the case and recommended approval, 7-0-0 with one member absent.
April 27, 2021 - City Council is scheduled to hear the item on first reading.
Project Summary:
While working with property owners in this area, staff has found that the current zoning district of “CO” (Office Commercial) is not consistent with the Future Land Use Plan or the character of the area. Staff is requesting the zoning change to allow for a wider range of commercial uses on these parcels and to make the zoning more consistent with existing development.
The land uses on the subject propertie...
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