AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Ordinance 2021-81, on the second of two readings, amending the Official Zoning Map of the City in Case No. ZC-21-14, by rezoning approximately 72.06 acres of land, generally located on the I-35 turnaround access road approximately 3200 feet south of the intersection of the North I-35 Frontage Rd and Saddle Run Way, from “FD” Future Development District to “EC” Employment Center District, 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: October 4, 2021
Department: Planning and Development Services
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Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Approved on first reading 9/21/21. A motion was proposed by Councilmember Gleason, seconded by Councilmember Gonzales to recommend approval of Ordinance 2021-81, on the first of two readings. The motion passed 6-1, with Councilmember Baker dissenting.
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Vision San Marcos - A River Runs Through Us
Background Information:
The site is located within the Whisper South Public Improvement District and accompanies additional zoning change applications for CD-3 (ZC-21-12), CD-4 (ZC-21-13) and Employment Center with associated multifamily (ZC-21-15). The Whisper South development is intended to reflect the original north Whisper Planned Development District (PDD) being built out to the north.
A Preliminary Plat application for infrastructure improvements set out in the PID ( including utilities, drainage and a new roadway connecting Harris Hill Rd and the I-35 frontage road) has been submitted by the applicant and is currently under review.
Council Committee, Board/Commission Action:
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of ZC-21-14 at their August 24th regular meeting. The motion to recommend approval passed 9-0.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of ZC-21-14 as presented.