Title
Ordinance - Public Hearing and First Reading on an Ordinance Approving a Change of Zoning From C2, Commercial Business District and SF-7.5/12, Single-Family District to D, Downtown District, D-3, Urban Center Zone on Approx. 1.489 Acres, Situated at Lot 3R, Block 20, City of Mansfield, Tarrant County, TX Generally Located South of E. Broad Street, and Approx. 175 Feet Southeast of the Intersection of N. Walnut Creek and E. Broad Street and Addressed as 702 E Broad Street; City of Mansfield, Applicant (ZC#24-011)
Requested Action
To consider the subject zoning change request.
Recommendation
The Planning and Zoning Commission met on September 16, 2024, and voted 7 to 0 to recommend approval of the zoning change request.
Vote:
Ayes: 7 - Mainer, Axen, Bennett, Goodwin, Moses, Shaw, and Thompson
Nays: 0
Absent: 0
The Department of Planning and Development Services recommends approval.
Description/History
Existing Use: Vacant
Existing Zoning: C2, Commercial Business District and SF-7.5/12, Single-Family District
Mansfield 2040 Land Use Designation: Mixed-Use Local within the Downtown District Special Area Plan
Surrounding Land Use & Zoning:
North - Commercial Sites, PR, Pre-Development District
South - Residential Homes, SF-7.5/12, Single-Family District
East - Vacant, D, Downtown District, D-3, Urban Center Zone
West - Vacant, D, Downtown District, D-3, Urban Center Zone
Thoroughfare Plan Specification:
East Broad Street - 4-lane divided major arterial
South Walnut Creet Road - 3-lane undivided minor collector
Synopsis
The City of Mansfield (the “City”) is initiating a zoning change on an approximately 1.489-acre property owned by the City from the C2, Commercial Business District and SF-7.5/12, Single-Family District to D, Downtown Zoning District, D-3, Urban Center Zone. This zoning extension will support development at the southeast corner of Walnut Creek Road and Broad Street and accommodate the relocation of the future Fire Station #1.
Mansfield 2040 Plan
Land Use Designation(s)
The land use designation for this property is designated as Mixed-Use Local within the Downtown District Special Area Plan.
Analysis
The primary goals of the zoning change is to align and extend the zoning with neighboring properties and allow development near the corner of Walnut Creek Road and Broad Street. This zoning extension, which includes lots in the area like this one, helps to close existing gaps within the D, Downtown Zoning District.
The proposed fire station relocation involves dividing the property parallel to East Broad Street. This plan allows for the fire station to be constructed on the southern part of the lot, while still permitting appropriate development on the northern portion.
Summary
The D, Downtown Zoning District offers a diverse range of permitted uses and promotes the redevelopment of the area adjacent to Broad Street and Walnut Creek Drive. This initiative aims to create a more cohesive urban environment in line with the goals outlined in the Mansfield 2040 Plan, which focuses on sustainable growth, improved infrastructure, and fostering a vibrant, mixed-use community. The change aligns zoning regulations with long-term planning, supports economic growth and improves the overall quality of the downtown area.
Prepared By
Katasha Smithers, AICP Candidate
Planning Manager, Current Planning
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