Public Hearing - Planning: Discuss and take appropriate action on an ordinance to amend Chapter 40 "Zoning" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Lubbock, Texas, by amending Section 40.01.003 Definitions, to add definitions for "Event Center", "Hardware Store", and "Home Improvement Center"; amending Section 40.03.1873 Permitted Uses, to remove "Game Room" and "Lumber Yard" in District "CB-2"; and amending Section 40.03.3103 Permitted Uses, to add "Event Center" as a Specific Use in Districts "C-2", "C-3", and "C-4".
Item Summary
A recent zoning request caused concerns amongst the City Council regarding the lack of an adequate Event Center land use. Although the City is currently writing a Unified Development Code (UDC), an update to the City's Zoning Code and land use regulations, the Council requested that we update the zoning code to provide for this use as soon as possible. While working with the UDC Subcommittee on this item, staff has identified additional land uses and requirements that are also in need of updates based on past concerns. They are as follows:
Section 40.01.003 Definitions, to add definitions for "Event Center", "Hardware Store", and "Home Improvement Center"; Section 40.03.1873 Permitted Uses, to remove "Game Room" and "Lumber Yard" in District "CB-2"; Section 40.03.3103 Permitted Uses, to add "Event Center" as a Specific Use in Districts "C-2", "C-3" and "C-4".
The Planning and Zoning Commission heard this case on July 29, 2021, and recommended approval of the request by a unanimous vote.
Fiscal Impact
None
Staff/Board Recommending
Jesica McEachern, Assistant City Manager Planning and Zoning Commission
