Current situation
The plaza, situated at the corner of the intersection of US 90A and Commerce Green Boulevard, has been zoned as business offices predominantly since its establishment in 2010.
During the meeting, Laura Waller, a representative from the Sugar Land Planning Department, provided details about the property and its surroundings. The neighboring areas consist of general businesses to the east, primarily single-family residents to the west, and mainly business offices to the south, Waller said.
Considering these factors, the planning department recommended B1 zoning to align with the existing economic environment and surrounding land uses.
The details
The proposed B1 zoning aligns with the future land use map, which designates the area as part of the regional activity center.
All requirements for the public hearing were fulfilled, including posting a sign on-site and sending mailers to residents living within a 200-foot radius. No objections have been raised by the public thus far, Waller said. Property owners near the plaza were previously notified about the rezoning, with their locations highlighted on a map provided to the council.
Council Member Stewart Jacobson took the opportunity to inquire about the nature of a neighborhood business zoning classification. Laura Waller explained that B1 zoning allows for “lower intensity retail activities,” such as grocery stores, salons, animal boarding facilities and small-scale restaurants, up to 5,000 square feet.
The Sugar Land City Council was quick to unanimously approve the rezoning of Commerce Green Plaza, hoping the decision will promote future growth and more business opportunities within the area.
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