SUBJECT
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Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a plant nursery on Lots 5, 6, 7, and 8, Block 911, Western Division, located at 2001 Baltimore Street.
ZC-019-2026
District VIII
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
Initiated By: Mireya Galvan and Fernando Galvan, Owner and applicant; and George J. Algelt, Representative
Council District: VIII - Cm. Alyssa Cigarroa
Proposed use: The proposed use is for a plant nursery.
Site: The site is occupied by a residential dwelling and a plant nursery.
Citations, Warnings, and/or Complaints:
1. On 4/16/2025 a 311 complaint was submitted to the Building and Zoning Department regarding the operation of a business within a residentially zoned district (R-3 zoning district). No citation was issued; the property owner was advised to contact the Planning and Zoning Division to pursue the appropriate process for operating the business in compliance with the zoning regulations.
2. On 4/16/2025 a 311 complaint was submitted to Environmental Services alleging the pesticide used at the plant nursery was adversely affecting neighboring residents' animals An investigation was conducted over several consecutive days. No citation was issued, as no violations, unusual odors, or unauthorized discharges were identified.
3. On 12/23/2024 a 311 complaint was submitted to the Building and Zoning Department concerning the operation of a plant nursery within an R-3 residential zoning district. Following the investigation, a citation was issued.
4. On 12/23/2024 a 311 complaint related to a nuisance/code compliance matter was submitted to the City Community Development Department. No citation was issued.
5. On 10/1/2024 a 311 complaint was submitted to the Building and Zoning Department regarding the operation of a business within a residential zoning district. No citation was issued; the property owner was advised to contact the Planning and Zonin...
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