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Planning commission approves alternative building-orientation standard for I‑35E/FM 407 site; refers final decision to city council
Summary
The Lewisville Planning and Zoning Commission approved an alternate standard allowing a building on a 1.94‑acre site at I‑35E and FM 407 to orient its long side away from FM 407, relying on a canopy, brick‑wrapped columns and patio to provide a street‑facing appearance. The decision is advisory; city council will take final action Sept. 15.
The Lewisville Planning and Zoning Commission on Sept. 2 approved an alternative standard permitting a building on 1.94 acres at the northwest corner of I‑35E and FM 407 to be oriented with its long side away from FM 407, and forwarded the item to the City Council for final action on Sept. 15, 2025. Commissioner Francesca made the motion to approve; Commissioner Jack seconded and the motion passed 6–0.
The commission heard from planning staff that “the I‑35E core subdistrict standards require that the long side of buildings be…
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