Title
Public Hearing - Public Hearing and Consideration of a Request for a Specific Use Permit for a Used Merchandise Store on Approximately 0.9636 Acres being Lot 2, Blk 1, Hunters Pointe Addition at 1826 Cannon Dr.; Shane Farrar on behalf of Road Less Traveled, LLC, Owner, and Uptown Cheapskate, Proposed Tenant (SUP 22-001)
Requested Action
To consider the subject specific use permit request.
Recommendation:
The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on March 8, 2022, and voted by 6-0-1 (Commissioner Goodwin absent) to recommend approval. Staff had recommended approval of the SUP.
Description/History
Existing Use: Vacant/New Commercial Strip Center
Existing Zoning: PD, Planned Development District for C-2, Community Business District uses
Surrounding Land Use & Zoning:
North - PD District for C-2 District uses, with a commercial strip center and day care
South - PD District for C-2 District uses, with a two-story commercial building
East - Vacant Commercial
West - Cannon Drive Right-of-way
Synopsis
The Specific Use Permit (SUP) request is for a use --- a Used Merchandise Store --- that may “require special consideration in certain settings or are of a public or semi-public character often essential or desirable for the general convenience and welfare of the community, which without specific consideration may have possible adverse impact on neighboring properties” pursuant to the provisions in Section 155.080 of the Zoning Ordinance. The SUP for a Used Merchandise Store is compatible with the surrounding land uses, is consistent with the Land Use Plan, and will adhere to all requirements in the existing PD.
Staff Analysis
The applicant is proposing to lease space for the operation of a Used Merchandise Store in an existing retail center located at 1826 Cannon Drive. The proposed tenant is Uptown Cheapskate, a used merchandise retailer primarily specializing in the sale of apparel and accessories targeting teens and young adults.
Site Plan
The applicant is requesting a SUP for a Used Merchandise Store in an existing, vacant shopping center. The site has adequate parking to accommodate the requested use; and there are no anticipated negative impacts to the surrounding properties. With the exception of a wall sign identifying the retail space for the tenant, there are no other modifications proposed for the exterior.
Prepared By
Arty Wheaton-Rodriguez, Assistant Director Planning
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