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Applicant withdraws Old LA 16 rezoning request after lengthy debate on density and map inconsistencies
Summary
After extended discussion about map inconsistencies, Demco right-of-way impacts and potential density, the applicant withdrew a rezoning request for property on Old LA Highway 16; commissioners discussed the option of waiting for changes to a pending R-1.5 classification.
Brian Fontenot appeared before the Zoning Commission seeking to rezone a parcel on Old LA Highway 16 to R-2 to enable subdivision. Planning staff described a mapping error on GeoPortal that had shown portions of the parcel in different zones and recommended correction; staff also noted a Demco substation and related servitude that complicated lot layout.
Several commissioners and residents raised concerns about traffic on the narrow Highway 16 corridor and the potential for a high number of lots if R-2 density were applied. Commissioners noted that R-1.5 (a smaller-lot classification) was under council consideration and that the applicant might benefit from waiting for that policy outcome. After discussion, the applicant asked to withdraw the rezoning application rather than proceed with the vote; the commission acknowledged the withdrawal and left open that the applicant could return or appeal to the parish council per ordinance.
