The Planning and Zoning Commission of Bee Cave convened on September 16, 2025, to address key amendments to the Unified Development Code (UDC) and other agenda items. The meeting commenced with a quorum present, followed by the approval of previous meeting minutes.

A significant focus of the meeting was the proposed amendment to Articles 3 and 9 of the UDC, which aimed to clarify the use of smoke and vape shops within the city. Senior Planner Sean Lipano presented the staff report, highlighting that the amendment seeks to separate smoke and vape shops from the broader retail category. This change is intended to address potential incompatibilities with other retail uses and to establish specific conditional standards for these establishments.

The proposed regulations stipulate that no new smoke and vape shops can be located within 1,000 feet of schools, daycares, or child facilities, mirroring existing regulations for alcohol sales. This distance requirement was discussed among commissioners, with Commissioner Wiggins noting that the 1,000-foot standard aligns with practices observed in other jurisdictions, such as those governing liquor stores and marijuana dispensaries.

Following the presentation, the commission opened the floor for public comments, but no additional questions or concerns were raised. The commissioners unanimously voted to recommend the UDC amendments to the City Council for approval, marking a significant step in regulating the establishment of smoke and vape shops in Bee Cave.

In other agenda items, a specific use permit for on-premise alcohol in a neighborhood mixed-use area was withdrawn by the applicant, resulting in no further action. The commission also discussed ongoing replat applications, indicating that further developments would be forthcoming.

The meeting concluded with plans for future discussions, emphasizing the commission's commitment to addressing community needs and regulatory clarity in Bee Cave.