Requested Action
Rezoning of approximately 8.71 acres, legally described as Tracts 1 & 16, Abstract 65 W Scott, Harris County, Texas, from Mixed Residential (MR) to a General Commercial (GC) Zoning District.
Applicant
Jon McEachern, Hutchinson & Associate
Subject Area
The subject site, legally described as Tracts 1 & 16, Abstract 65 W Scott, Harris County, Texas.
Parcel(s) Information
- Current Use: Mainly vacant and Undeveloped with one active oil well
- Proposed Use: General Commercial (GC)
- Future Land Use Plan: Large Scale Commercial
Background
The applicant proposes rezoning the subject site from Mixed Residential (MR) to General Commercial (GC) to allow for future commercial development. According to the applicant, oil wells have existed on this approximately 8.71-acre property since the 1970s. Currently, there is one active well and the remaining wells are capped.
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 Manager
Tim Chi
Planner, City of Baytown
Phone: 281-420-5338
Email: Tim Chi
Important Dates
- Public Hearing (Planning & Zoning Commission) - August 19, 2025 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
- Online City Council Comment Period Closes - September 4, 2025
- Public Hearing and Consideration of Ordinance (City Council) - September 11, 2025 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
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