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City Council Regular Meeting

Meeting Date:

12/13/2022

BACKGROUND

The applicant is proposing to rezone approximately 0.14 acres of land from Single-Family Residential District (R-2) to Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU), the property is located at 204 Randolph Ave. The rezone is desired by the property owner in order to utilize the property for commercial purposes and for additional parking spaces which will benefit 603 Main Street, 204 Randolph, and 539 Main Street.

A Public Hearing notice was published in the San Antonio Express news on November 16, 2022. Twenty-three (23) public hearing notices were mailed to surrounding property owners within two hundred (200)feet of the subject property on November 3, 2022. At the time of this staff report one (1) response in favor of the zoning request has been received. No responses neutral or opposed to the request have been received.

The following residents spoke at the November 16, 2022 Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing:

Thomas Perkins- 305 Randolph Ave
- Expressed concerns with parking and noise currently in the vicinity (specifically on Randolph Ave) due to existing commercial development and the impact it makes on the nearby residential.
Linda Perkins- 305 Randolph Ave
- Expressed concerns with noise due to existing commercial development and the impact on the tenants that reside in her rental property.

GOAL

The proposed rezone is for approximately 0.14 acres of land from Single Family Residential District (R-2) to Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU) located southeast of the intersection of Randolph Ave and Exchange Ave, also known as 204 Randolph Ave.

COMMUNITY BENEFIT

It is the City’s desire to promote safe, orderly, efficient development and ensure compliance with the City’s vision of future growth.

SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

The Sector Plan amendment to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) designates the subject property as part of Historic Downtown Schertz. The objectives for Historic Downtown Schertz are to leverage Schertz’s history and heritage to create a unique destination with local independent businesses, encouraging the use of existing buildings. The Main Street Mixed-Use District (MSMU) was created to help achieve these objectives. The Main Street Mixed-Use District (MSMU) is intended to provide a base zoning district to the area along Main Street and within the Main Street Incentive Program area. In light of the history of the area and variety of land uses that exist, this zoning district allows for both single-family residential uses and low intensity commercial uses. Reduced setbacks and parking requirements are provided as part of this district due to physical constraints.

Comprehensive Plan Goals and Objectives: The proposed rezoning request is generally in conformance with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan. In particular, the proposed zone change will provide for either single family or low intensity commercial occupancy.
Impact of Infrastructure: The proposed rezoning request should have a minimal impact on the existing water and wastewater systems.
Impact of Public Facilities/Services: The proposed rezoning request will have minimal impact on public services, such as schools, fire, police, parks and sanitation services.
Compatibility with Exiting and Potential Adjacent Land Uses: The subject property is currently surrounded by a single-family dwelling, a counselors' office (currently zoned MSMU), and right-of-way, with commercial businesses in the vicinity along Main Street and across Randolph Ave (The Hidden Grove, zoned MSMU). The Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU) will allow for either low intensity commercial or single-family residential, both of which are compatible with the adjacent land uses.

The rezoning request appears to have a minimal impact on the public infrastructure, facilities or services and is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and compatible with the surrounding land uses.The applicant is proposing to rezone the property from the current Single Family Residential District (R-2) to Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU), to allow for single family residential or low intensity commercial land uses that are permitted in the Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU). Based on the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and surrounding land uses the Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU) is a compatible / appropriate zoning district for this tract of land. Staff recommends approval of the rezoning application as submitted.

FISCAL IMPACT

None.

RECOMMENDATION

The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing on November 16, 2022 and offered a recommendation of approval by a 6-0 vote.

Based on the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and surrounding land uses the Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU) is a compatible and appropriate zoning district for this property. Staff recommends approval of the rezoning application as submitted.

Attachments
Ord. No. 22-S-45
Exhibit A- Zoning Exhibit and Field Notes
Aerial Map
Public Hearing Notice Map
Public Hearing Notice Responses