City Board approves zone change for Marilyn Downing's property near Indiana Avenue

The City Council of Lubbock, Texas, convened on May 1, 2025, to address various planning and zoning matters. The meeting began with a motion that was unanimously approved, setting a collaborative tone for the discussions that followed.

The primary focus of the meeting was on zoning case number 3522, presented by Sam Bracken from the planning department. The case involved a request from applicant Marilyn Downing to change the zoning of her property from a low-density single-family district (SF-2) to an auto urban commercial district (AC). This property is located east of Indiana Avenue and north of 118th Street.

Bracken detailed the surrounding area, noting that the adjacent properties are already zoned for commercial use, including an antique store to the north and an indoor sports training facility to the south. He emphasized that the proposed zone change aligns with the future land use map, which designates the area for commercial development. The staff expressed no objections to the request, stating that it conforms to the comprehensive plan principles and would not alter the character of the existing development.

Following the staff presentation, Downing confirmed her intention to sell the property and expressed her desire to align with the zoning of neighboring properties. There were no speakers in opposition to the case, leading to a swift closure of the public hearing.

The council moved to approve the zoning change, with a unanimous vote of 9-0. This decision will be forwarded to the city council for further consideration, with a hearing scheduled for May 27, 2025, at 2 PM.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the council's commitment to facilitating commercial development in alignment with existing zoning and land use plans, reflecting a proactive approach to urban planning in Lubbock.