Requested Action
To rezone the subject property from Freeway Commercial (FC) to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning district.
Applicants
Ethan Harwell, Kimley-Horn
Subject Area
The subject property, Approximately 20.36 acres, located at 1301 E IH 10, Harris County, Texas, (Harris Parcel Number(s) 1477320010002).
Parcel(s) Information
Current Use: Vacant
Proposed Use: Planned Unit Development - Business Park
Future Land Use Plan: Large Scale Commercial
Background
The applicant is requesting to rezone property located north of Interstate 10 and East of North Independence Parkway from a Freeway Commercial (FC) district to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) district in order to develop a business park serving retail, office, showroom, and the vacant site with a mix of commercial and light industrial uses.
Typical PUD Process
Application is submitted
The property owner or their representative submits a formal application and begins the Planned Unit Development process.
Application is advertised
The PUD request is advertised in accordance with state and local requirements. This typically includes mailing notices to neighbors, posting signs on the property, creating a project Newsflash on the City's website and advertising it in the newspaper.
Public Hearing and Recommendation
Planning and Zoning Commission holds a Public Hearing and votes on a recommendation to City Council. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing.
Final Public Hearing & Action
City Council holds the final Public Hearing and votes the final decision. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing. This is the final step.
Contact Project Manager
Talbert Jackson
Planner II, City of Baytown
Phone: 281-420-7171
Email Talbert Jackson
Important Dates
- Public Hearing (Planning & Zoning Commission) - March 17, 2026 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
- Online City Council Comment Period Closes - April 3, 2026
- Public Hearing and Consideration of Ordinance (City Council) - April 9, 2026 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)