News Summary
The Pflugerville City Council has granted initial approval for a zoning change on 6 acres at 3315 East Pecan Street, shifting from Urban Center to campus industrial zoning. This change is part of Endeavor Real Estate Group’s plan for an extensive industrial project, allowing for light industrial operations without the need for additional permits. Despite concerns about potential traffic congestion, the move aims to spur local economic growth and enhance infrastructure in the area.
Pflugerville, Texas – The Pflugerville City Council has granted initial approval for a zoning change on approximately 6 acres of land located at 3315 East Pecan Street. This decision aims to integrate the property into a larger industrial development project immediately to the east of the site.
The current zoning classification of the land, which totals 5.927 acres, is Urban Center Level 5. This designation is typically used for “dense, dynamic, and walkable centers for living, working, and shopping.” However, Endeavor Real Estate Group, the applicant for the rezoning, is pursuing a change to a campus industrial zoning. This new classification would permit uses such as light industrial operations, research and development centers, and multi-story offices.
The proposed zoning change is crucial for aligning the plot with Endeavor’s development plans for the industrial project. Under the current Urban Center zoning, Endeavor would need to secure a special use permit for their intended development, a move that the company deemed inefficient. The switch to campus industrial zoning would streamline the development process by allowing light industrial use by right, removing the need for additional permits.
Assistant City Manager Emily Barron pointed out that this rezoning would facilitate the development process for Endeavor. The larger industrial project includes the necessary extension of Weiss Lane to intersect with Elden Lane, a development that aims to boost local economic activity and infrastructure.
While the zoning change passed with a narrow 4-3 vote, it was met with some opposition. Concerns were raised by Council Member Doug Weiss regarding the proposed road extension and its potential to cause increased traffic congestion and associated infrastructure costs. To address these concerns, a roundabout has been proposed at the intersection to improve traffic flow and safety.
The rezoning request, initially presented to the council in April, will require a third reading for final approval. Currently, the 6-acre site is vacant and unplatted and located near an Oncor substation. It is important to note that the campus industrial zoning will not permit residential uses, schools, or major retailers, focusing instead on industrial activities.
The overall industrial development associated with this zoning change encompasses a total of 111 acres, with specific planned uses for industrial purposes alongside the road extensions. Such developments have a significant impact on the local economy, creating job opportunities and promoting regional growth.
The initial approval of this zoning change marks a significant step in Pflugerville’s ongoing development strategy, one aimed at expanding the city’s infrastructure and economic capabilities.
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Additional Resources
- Community Impact: Rezoning Clears Path for Expanded Industrial Development in Pflugerville
- Wikipedia: Pflugerville
- KVUE: Pflugerville Mixed-Use Development
- Google Search: Pflugerville Industrial Development
- Community Impact: Pflugerville City Council Proposes Development Standards Overhaul
- Google Scholar: Pflugerville Urban Development
- VirtualBX: Pflugerville Council Gives Northpointe Project Preliminary Zoning Approval
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Pflugerville
- Statesman: Pflugerville City Council Gives Initial OK to Rezone Land and Expand Industrial Complex
- Google News: Pflugerville Development
