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Consider public testimony regarding, and an ordinance rezoning 6.04 acres out of the David Curry Survey, Abstract No. 130 from the TH (Townhouse) zoning district to the PUD (Planned Unit Development) No. 156 zoning district. (First Reading)
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HISTORY: In 2019, the 6.05 acre property was zoned TH (Townhouse) but has remained undeveloped.
DATE OF REVIEW: July 16, 2025
LOCATION: West of Sunrise Rd and south of Luther Peterson Pl.
STAFF REVIEW AND ANALYSIS:
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning: The 2030 Future Land Use Map (FLUM) designates the property for residential uses. If adopted, the PUD proposed multifamily development which complies with the residential use designation. The Round Rock 2030 Comprehensive Plan recommends that the City consider rezoning proposals that provide for a variety of housing forms and price points to meet the needs of our growing population. The intent is to enable a mixture of housing types within the city to meet all residents’ needs and preferences through all stages of life. Based on public input received during the Comprehensive Plan update process, housing affordability is a primary concern of stakeholders. This PUD offers affordable housing units at 60% of the AMI (Area Median Income) and, in conjunction with this request, the applicant will be requesting a resolution of no objection from city council to qualify for low income housing tax credits from the State.
Location criteria: The Round Rock 2030 Comprehensive Plan provides location criteria for each land use category. Pertinent to the subject property, the Plan states that urban multifamily development should be located near employment centers, major transportation corridors, and/or commercial nodes. The proposed PUD complies with the location criteria.
Traffic, Access, and Roads: The property has two (2) proposed access locations from Sunrise Road as depicted on the Concept Plan “Exhibit B”. The northern driveway is proposed to be full access, while the sou...
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