E. PD24-0004b Hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an Ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas regarding a change in the zoning district and use classification from Residential 3 (R3) District to a Planned Development with a base district of Residential 6 (PD-R6) on approximately 12.1 acres of land generally located north of East McKinney Street, south of Paisley Street, approximately 1,200 feet east of the intersection of East McKinney Street and Mack Drive, in the city of Denton, Denton County, Texas; adopting an amendment to the city's official zoning map; providing for a penalty in the maximum amount of $2,000.00 for violations thereof; providing a severability clause and an effective date. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted (4-1) to recommend denial of the request. Motion for denial by Commissioner Villareal and second by Commissioner Padron. DUE TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION'S RECOMMENDATION OF DENIAL, A SUPERMAJORITY VOTE OF THE CITY COUNCIL IS REQUIRED TO APPROVE THIS ITEM. (PD24-0004b, Villages on McKinney, Julie Wyatt)
Zero lot line developments have a long record of being affordable for home buyers, and requiring less maintenance of roads and city utilities per dollar of property tax revenue generated. Adopting this ordinance is a win-win for the citizens and government of Denton.
Exactly what Zachary said. I wish this product had been available for my family to buy 10 years ago, but it's been made difficult to find.
Please give the next families an opportunity to build wealth in a great neighborhood.
I think this sort of development is a no brainer for a growing city experiencing the same housing affordability issues that all over the news. People often complain that there are no opportunities for young people to buy "starter homes" and one of the reasons is that the city has made it increasingly difficult to build those types of homes. I would hope that council will be smart enough to look to the future and approve this development that seems perfect for young families to buy a good home.
I would like to see more townhomes that offer affordable car-free living in Denton. There are very few options at present despite Denton's plan recommends this path as a priority.
I am writing in support of this project, because it provides Dentonites with an opportunity to own a relatively affordable home close to downtown, a desirable location. Our Denton 2040 comprehensive plan calls for encouraging more development inside of the city core and to slow growth outward; this project is a great fit for that. By building close to downtown, residents would have the opportunity to easily bike, walk, or use public transport, alleviating some of the traffic concerns expressed.
I support this because it:
- Provides home ownership opportunity at a lower price point by reducing the land cost per home.
- Provides residents the opportunity to walk, bike or use the bus for some trips instead of driving for every trip. This reduces car traffic, emissions, and wear and tear on our roads.
- Aligns with our comprehensive plan, which calls for more infill development like this to slow growth in the rural edges of the city.
I live on this block of McKinney and I support the adoption of this ordinance. We already have townhomes in the neighborhood and I like that this plan will add walking paths for those who will live here.
Zero lot line developments have a long record of being affordable for home buyers, and requiring less maintenance of roads and city utilities per dollar of property tax revenue generated. Adopting this ordinance is a win-win for the citizens and government of Denton.
Exactly what Zachary said. I wish this product had been available for my family to buy 10 years ago, but it's been made difficult to find.
Please give the next families an opportunity to build wealth in a great neighborhood.
I think this sort of development is a no brainer for a growing city experiencing the same housing affordability issues that all over the news. People often complain that there are no opportunities for young people to buy "starter homes" and one of the reasons is that the city has made it increasingly difficult to build those types of homes. I would hope that council will be smart enough to look to the future and approve this development that seems perfect for young families to buy a good home.
I would like to see more townhomes that offer affordable car-free living in Denton. There are very few options at present despite Denton's plan recommends this path as a priority.
I am writing in support of this project, because it provides Dentonites with an opportunity to own a relatively affordable home close to downtown, a desirable location. Our Denton 2040 comprehensive plan calls for encouraging more development inside of the city core and to slow growth outward; this project is a great fit for that. By building close to downtown, residents would have the opportunity to easily bike, walk, or use public transport, alleviating some of the traffic concerns expressed.
I support this because it:
- Provides home ownership opportunity at a lower price point by reducing the land cost per home.
- Provides residents the opportunity to walk, bike or use the bus for some trips instead of driving for every trip. This reduces car traffic, emissions, and wear and tear on our roads.
- Aligns with our comprehensive plan, which calls for more infill development like this to slow growth in the rural edges of the city.
I support this ordinance because of the need for infill in Denton's core among other reasons.
I live on this block of McKinney and I support the adoption of this ordinance. We already have townhomes in the neighborhood and I like that this plan will add walking paths for those who will live here.