AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Ordinance 2023-25, on the second of two readings, amending the Official Zoning Map of the City in Case ZC-23-08, by rezoning approximately 1.811 acres of land out of Cottonwood Creek, Phase 3 (Unit 9, Lot 1) in Hays County, Texas, located north of the intersection of Rattler Road and Monterrey Oak, from "GC" General Commercial to "CD-4" Character District 4, or, subject to consent of the owner, another less intense zoning district classification, including procedural provisions, and providing an effective date.
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Meeting date: March 7, 2023
Department: Planning and Development Services
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: N/A
Account Number: N/A
Funds Available: N/A
Account Name: N/A
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: At the City Council meeting held March 7, 2023, a motion was made to approve Character District-4 (CD-4), and the motion carried 6-1. The following topics were discussed: (a) removing commercial uses from the community (b) CD-4 district allowing for mixed-uses and commercial uses at street corners.
City Council Strategic Initiative:
N/A
Comprehensive Plan Element (s):
? Economic Development
? Environment & Resource Protection
? Land Use - Set appropriate density & impervious cover limitations in environmentally sensitive areas to avoid adverse impacts on water supply
? Neighborhoods & Housing
? Parks, Public Spaces & Facilities
? Transportation
? Core Services
? Not Applicable
Master Plan:
Vision San Marcos - A River Runs Through Us
Background Information:
The subject property is a part of the Cottonwood Creek Master Plan. The existing zoning of GC allows a large variety of commercial uses and the area is shown as commercial on the existing master plan.
A change to CD-4 Zoning District will allow commercial uses while also allowing a variety of residential options as well. When the Cottonwood Creek Master Plan is renewed in 2023, this area can better reflect the future res...
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