In a recent Georgetown City Council meeting, officials discussed a proposal to rezone a 0.142-acre property located at 1901 Leander Street from its current office designation to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) with a base zoning of Residential Single Family (RS). The property, which is currently undeveloped, is situated at the intersection of Hart Street and Leander Street, surrounded by various residential and commercial uses, including the San Gabriel Senior Village.

The proposed development aims to create two residential units on the site, with one unit designated as a one-bedroom and the other as a two-bedroom. The applicant is seeking deviations from existing zoning regulations, including a reduction in minimum lot size from 5,500 square feet to approximately 2,100 square feet, and adjustments to setback requirements. Additionally, the proposal includes an increase in impervious cover from 45% to 70% to accommodate the development.

City staff reviewed the proposal and found it generally consistent with the comprehensive plan, which supports moderate-density residential uses that are compatible with surrounding single-family homes. However, concerns were raised regarding the absence of sidewalks in the development plan, which staff noted could impact compliance with the planned transportation system.

The Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of the zoning change, emphasizing that the development would introduce a new variety of housing options in the area. The council received no public comments for or against the proposal during the meeting. The applicant is expected to present further details on the development plan in the upcoming sessions.