Requested Action
The applicant is requesting to rezone the subject property, approximately 46.4 acres, from Open Space/Recreation (OR) to General Commercial (GC); and a request for a special use permit to allow a warehouse development within GC zoning district.
Applicant(s)
- Austin Haynes, Altar Group LLC.
Subject Area
The subject property, legally described as Tracts 1, 1R, 1R-1, 1L, and 1M, ABST 954 A Smith, Baytown, Texas, is located south of IH 10 and west of Sjolander Road.
Parcel(s) Information
- Current Use: Primarily vacant
- Proposed Use: Commercial
- Future Land Use Plan: Large Scale Commercial
Background
The applicant is requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to the official zoning map to rezone approximately 46.4 acres of land located at 7128 E. IH 10 from OpenSpace/Recreation (OR) to General Commercial (GC). A Special Use Permit is also required to allow for the proposed warehouse development in GC zoning district.
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
Lamyaa Salem
Planner II, City of Baytown
Important Dates
- Public Hearing (Planning & Zoning Commission) - August 15, 2023 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
- Online Comment Period Closes - September 1, 2023
- Resolution to proceed with Annexation (City Council) - September 14, 2023 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
This item was approved by City Council on September 14, 2023.