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Consider public testimony regarding, and an ordinance zoning 2.5 acres out of the John H. Randall Survey, Abstract No. 531, located east of Red Bud Lane and south of Doris Lane to the TH (Townhouse) district. (First Reading)*
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History: The subject tract is currently unzoned and located in the City's extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ).
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning: The Round Rock 2030 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map (FLUM) designates the subject tract as residential which provides for townhome development. The Round Rock 2030 Comprehensive Plan recommends the city consider rezoning proposals, such as townhouse zoning, that provide for alternative housing forms that meet the needs of our growing population.
Traffic, Access and Roads: The Red Bud Lane South CIP improvements will include improvements to the Doris Lane/Red Bud intersection and widen approximately 150' of Doris Lane to a three-lane section. Roadway Impact Fees will be assessed based on the date of plat recordation and charged at the time of building permit.
TH District: The Townhouse zoning district provides an alternative housing option to single family residential and higher density multifamily development. The district often provides a transition between lower intensity residential uses and more intensive uses. Townhouse is defined as a residential structure consisting of three or more dwelling units sharing one or more wall(s) with an abutting unit, each unit occupying space from ground to roof and having front and rear walls open directly to the outside for access. Development standards include:
· Townhouses shall not exceed 12 dwelling units per acre but can increase to 14 units per acre with enhanced building design standards.
· Building height is allowed up to 3-stories with specific orientation requirements.
At its April 17, 2024, meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the original zoning to TH by a vote of 7-0. There was 1 speaker d...
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