Planning and Zoning Commission recommends denial of specific use permit for Parson Street site after traffic and access concerns
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Summary
The commission recommended denial of a specific use permit for a small parcel at 1010? East Parson Street (TCAD parcel 238889) proposed by Christian Garcia, citing access and traffic constraints. The motion to recommend denial passed 3‑1.
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend denial of a requested specific use permit for a small parcel (TCAD parcel 238889, about 0.2376 acres) at or near East Parson Street. The applicant, Christian Garcia, sought permission for a use that would require an SUP; the commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council.
Why it matters: Commissioners expressed concerns about constrained access in the triangular parcel, potential conflicts with a nearby gas canopy and existing driveways, and whether adequate turning movements and site circulation could be achieved. The applicant said TxDOT had expressed openness to discussing a right‑in/right‑out access on Lexington Drive but formal plans were still required.
What the commission heard: Christian Garcia told the commission he had initiated coordination with TxDOT about driveway access. Staff reported the Planning and Zoning Commission previously recommended denial of rezoning and that City Council advanced the item to consider the SUP. TxDOT staff (email evidence shown to the commission) indicated they were open to working on a right‑in/right‑out configuration and asked the applicant to coordinate formal driveway plans.
Outcome: Commissioner Obert moved to recommend denial of the SUP; Commissioner Meyer seconded. The motion passed 3‑1 with Commissioner Nila opposed. The recommendation will go to city council for final action.
Next steps: The applicant may further coordinate with TxDOT and revise site plans; council will receive the commission recommendation on the SUP.