The Planning and Zoning Commission of Eagle Pass convened on January 3, 2025, at City Hall to discuss several key agenda items, primarily focusing on the final plat approval for the Regis Escondido LLC subdivision.

The meeting began with the consideration of the final plat for a one-acre tract located at 2282 North Veterans Boulevard, which is intended for a battery energy storage facility. The property is currently vacant and undeveloped, classified under industrial zoning. The site is accessible via a commercial private access drive known as Joyce and Safety Systems Access Drive, which connects to North Veterans Boulevard.

The commission reviewed multiple subdivision variances requested by Regis Development LLC, which included exemptions from various sections of the city’s subdivision regulations. The variances sought were as follows:

1. A variance from Section 23-36a to allow the applicant to proceed directly to final replat approval without first obtaining preliminary replat approval, justified by the absence of required improvements.
2. A variance from Section 23-66 governing sanitary sewer requirements, which was recommended for approval based on the nature of the facility's needs.
3. A variance from Section 23-67 regarding water supply, also recommended for approval due to the facility's specific requirements.
4. A variance from Section 23-61 concerning street access and vehicular ingress and egress, as the site is limited in access points.
5. A variance from Section 12.1 C 8 I, which regulates cross access between parking areas, with a plan to address connectivity through a plat note instead of immediate construction.
6. A variance from Section 23-61 regulating streets and construction standards, allowing the use of materials not typically permitted due to the low traffic expected at the site.

The staff recommended granting all requested variances, emphasizing that the facility's operational nature and existing site conditions warranted these exceptions. The commission's approval will enable the developer to move forward with the project as soon as the plat is recorded.

In conclusion, the meeting underscored the commission's commitment to facilitating development while ensuring compliance with city regulations. The next steps will involve finalizing the plat and monitoring the development process as it progresses.