AGENDA CAPTION:
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ZC-16-15 (Emli at East Village) Hold a public hearing and consider a request by Richard Ashton, on behalf of Barnum George Estate, for a zoning change to “MF-24” Multifamily for 9.91 acres of land which is currently outside the City Limits, being a portion of the Cyrus Wickson survey located at 2301 Rattler Road. (T. Carpenter)
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Meeting date: January 10, 2016
Department: Planning and Development Services Department
Funds Required: N/A
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Funds Available: N/A
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CITY COUNCIL GOAL: N/A
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ELEMENT(s): Neighborhood and Housing Goal 3
BACKGROUND:
The subject property is approximately 9.91 acres located at the intersection of Old Bastrop Highway and Rattler Road. The site is currently outside of the City Limits. The applicant is requesting annexation and zoning change to MF-24 to be able to construct multifamily apartments on the site. The applicant is not proposing a purpose built student housing development. This property is located in the East Village Medium Intensity area as designated on the Preferred Scenario Map. MF-24 is an allowable zoning classification in the East Village meaning that a Preferred Scenario Amendment is not required. Surrounding uses include the San Marcos High School, farmland, single-family residences, and a church. The site is approximately 1 mile from the Amazon Fulfillment Center.
During the zoning change process, the applicant will file a petition for annexation which requires approval from the City Council. The annexation will need to be approved prior to approval of the zoning change request.
Staff provides this information with recommendation of approval for the zoning change request.