SUBJECT
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Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 119D, Block 3, San Isidro Southwest-Antler Crossing Subdivision, Phase 5, located at 9802 Springfield Avenue, from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District).
ZC-034-2026
District VI
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On March 21, 2022, the City Council approved of the zone change request from a B-4 zoning district to an R-2 zoning district.
BACKGROUND
Initiated by: Anthlers Holdings, LLC, Owner and Abraham Gonzalez Applicant
Council District: VI - Cm. Dr. Tyler King
Proposed Use: Commercial. The applicant did not identify the specific proposed commercial use.
Site: The site is currently vacant developed land.
Surrounding Land Uses: To the north of the site is San Isidro Parkway and vacant developed land. To the east of the site is Springfield Avenue, vacant developed land, and Grace Bible Church. To the south of the site is Sambar Loop and single family residential uses. To the west of the site is Blue Oak Loop and vacant developed land.
Comprehensive Plan: The Future Land Use Map recognizes this area as Mixed-Use Center.
https://www.openlaredo.com/planning/
2017_Comprehensive_Plan-Viva_Laredo.pdf#page=39
Transportation Plan: The Long Range Thoroughfare Plan identifies Springfield Avenue as a minor arterial.
https://www.cityoflaredo.com/home/showpublisheddocument
/17680/638703100333370000
Letters sent to surrounding property owners: 28 In Favor: 0 Opposed: 0
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 Mixed Use Center (ALL EXCEPT M-1, M-2, AH, AN, FH, OG), which does include B-3 zoning districts.
2. The proposed zone change meets the Laredo Land Development Code location requirement, stating that B-3 zoning districts should be located along minor or principal arterial streets. Springfield Avenue is identified as...
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