Lewisville City Council reviews zoning changes for McKenzie Hembree neighborhood

A significant shift in zoning regulations took center stage at the Lewisville City Council meeting on May 5, 2025, as council members discussed a series of proposals aimed at transforming light industrial areas into single-family residential zones. This move is largely driven by community desires to reclaim neighborhoods that have been affected by past zoning decisions dating back to the 1970s.

The council reviewed multiple requests for zoning changes in the McKenzie Hembree neighborhood, where residents are advocating for a return to single-family home designations. "This is really the neighbors wanting to take the neighborhood back," one council member noted, highlighting the community's push to address adjacency issues caused by previous industrial zoning.

In addition to the zoning discussions, the council also addressed plans for a public hearing regarding a special use permit for an accessory building exceeding 800 square feet. The meeting included a proposal to amend a planned development concept for a site at the southwest corner of Wind Haven and Lake Of Tesla, although this item was tabled for further review.

The council also approved a bid for landscaping services aimed at enhancing the city's aesthetic appeal, with a focus on areas that have historically been neglected. This aligns with ongoing efforts to beautify Lewisville and improve public spaces.

As the council moves forward with these initiatives, the community can expect further discussions and developments in the coming weeks, particularly regarding the zoning changes that could reshape the neighborhood landscape.