Requested Action
Zoning Map Amendment to the official zoning map to rezone approximately 13.32 acres from Open space/recreation (OR) to Medium density mixed residential (MF1) zoning district.
Applicant(s)
- BGE, Inc – Gerald W. Grissom
Subject Area
Approximately 13.32 acres generally located north of Blue Heron Pkwy. and approximately 1200 feet east of Barkuloo Road, legally described as a Tract 11A-2 in the JW Singleton Survey, Abstract No. 709, and Tract 1B-2 D in the McFadden Survey, Abstract No. 591, Harris County, Texas.
Parcel Information
- Current Use: Vacant
- Proposed Use: Senior Living Multifamily
- Future Land Use Plan: Low-Medium Density Residential
Background
The applicant is requesting multifamily zoning to allow for the development and construction of a senior living multifamily project. In 2017, the City annexed land across several areas of the city. When annexation occurred, the land was automatically zoned OR, which is the most restrictive zone for development. Rezoning the property out of OR is necessary to achieve any development proposal.
Typical Zoning Process
Application is submitted
The property owner or their representative submits a formal application and begins the zoning process.
Application is advertised
The zoning 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 Managers
Yvonne Briscoe
Planner II, City of Baytown
Important Dates
- 1st Public Hearing (Planning & Zoning Amendment) - May 18, 2021 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
- 2nd Public Hearing and Consideration of Recommendation (Planning & Zoning Commission) - June 15, 2021 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
- City Council Comment Period Closes - June 24, 2021
- Public Hearing and Consideration of Ordinance (City Council) - July 8, 2021 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
This application was approved by City Council on July 8th, 2021.