SUBJECT
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Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 4, Larga Vista Sundivision, located at 5602 State Highway 359, from B-1 (Limited Business District) to B-3 (Community Business District).
ZC-052-2026
District III
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On December 17, 2001, City Council approved an annexation and establish the initial zoning of B-1 and R-3. (Ordinance Number 2001-O-293).
BACKGROUND
Initiated by: Jaime Mendez and Maria Clarissa Mendez, Owner
Council District: III - Cm. Melissa R. Cigarroa
Proposed Use: The proposed use is for a car lot.
Site: The site is currently vacant developed land with a water mill.
Surrounding Land Uses: To the north of the site is single family residential uses. To the east of the site is Sanchez Tire Center, a plaza with Athletic Planet (clothing store), Floral Boulevard, and Eduardos BBQ Steak & Mexican Grill. To the south of the site is State Highway 359, vacant undeveloped land, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. To the west of the site is Coronado Avenue, single family residential uses, Taqueria Sudadero, LG Truck & Trailer Sales, and Cervantes Truck Center.
Comprehensive Plan: The Future Land Use Map recognizes this area as Neighborhood Mixed Use.
https://www.openlaredo.com/planning/
2017_Comprehensive_Plan-Viva_Laredo.pdf#page=39
Transportation Plan: The Long Range Thoroughfare Plan identifies State Highway 359 as an Expressway.
https://www.cityoflaredo.com/home/showpublisheddocument
/17680/638703100333370000
Letters sent to surrounding property owners: 15 In Favor: 0 Opposed: 0
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
The Planning & Zoning Commission in a ___ to ___ vote recommended ___ of the zone change.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff supports the proposed zone change for the following reasons:
1. The proposed zone change is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan's designation as Neighborhood Mixed Use (ALL EXCEPT M-1, M-2, B-4, AH,...
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