The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission convened on June 2, 2025, to discuss a special use permit (SUP) for a drive-through facility in the C-2 Zoning District and Sobo Overlay District. The meeting highlighted the compatibility of the proposed development with the city's comprehensive plan, zoning regulations, and environmental considerations.

City staff reported that a neighborhood discussion meeting held in April attracted only three attendees, and a public hearing last month yielded no written responses from nearby property owners. Based on these findings, staff recommended the approval of the SUP, emphasizing that the project aligns with the city's development goals.

During the meeting, commissioners raised questions regarding traffic studies related to the proposed development. There was some confusion about the assumptions made in the traffic impact analysis (TIA), particularly concerning access points to the site. While the discussion indicated that the traffic study would consider both access points, it was clarified that only the western access would be assumed open for the study, as the eastern access is not expected to be developed for several years.

Mark Santos from LJA Engineering, representing the applicant, reiterated support for the city's approval and addressed concerns about traffic flow, stating that the TIA would adequately address potential issues. The commission members engaged in a detailed discussion to ensure that the traffic study would reflect the ultimate development of the site, which includes plans for three access points.

The meeting concluded with a consensus on the importance of accurately assessing traffic impacts to avoid future complications. The commission's next steps will involve finalizing the recommendations for the SUP, ensuring that all considerations are taken into account before moving forward with the project.