Commissioners approve special use permit for outdoor pickleball courts at Pickle and Pints

The Cedar Park Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on May 20, 2025, focused on key developments in local zoning and land use, particularly concerning a special use permit for outdoor pickleball courts.

The meeting began with a discussion on a down zoning case, where a lesser use than the existing zone was proposed. This clarification was acknowledged positively by the commissioners. Following this, the public hearing was closed, and the commission moved to a vote on the matter, which resulted in unanimous approval from all seven commissioners present.

The main topic of the meeting was a special use permit request for "Pickle and Pints," a project located at 820 North Vista Ridge Boulevard. This 1.94-acre property is currently zoned for general business and is designated for regional office retail commercial use in the city's future land use plan. The request aims to establish nine outdoor pickleball courts on the site, which is surrounded by an indoor sports court to the north, vacant properties to the east and west, and a gas station to the south, all within the general business zoning.

The commission reviewed modifications to the request based on previous discussions from a March public hearing. The proposal was presented with a concept plan illustrating the layout of the pickleball courts, which will not alter the base zoning district but will add a special use permit overlay.

In conclusion, the commission's approval of the special use permit marks a significant step in enhancing recreational opportunities in Cedar Park, reflecting the community's growing interest in outdoor sports facilities. The next steps will involve further planning and development processes to bring the project to fruition.