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Council rezones 20th & Adams corner to commercial for proposed gas station, convenience store
Summary
The council approved rezoning at Southeast 20th and Adams from multi-family to C-2 commercial to allow a gas station and convenience store; council discussion addressed traffic, lighting, and neighborhood concerns.
The Topeka governing body on July 15 approved rezoning of property at the northeast intersection of Southeast 20th Street and Southeast Adams Street from multi-family designations to C-2 Commercial District, clearing the way for a convenience store and gas station.
Dan Warner, planning division director, said commercial zoning is required for the proposed convenience store and fuel sales. Warner told the council the site has been vacant for several years and that the proposed use is consistent with the mixed-use character of the intersection. The planning commission recommended approval at its June meeting and staff also recommended approval.
Councilmember Sylvia Ortiz, whose district includes the site, reported constituent concerns about traffic and lighting. Warner said site planning standards limit light spillover beyond the property line and that the city will enforce those standards during the site plan process. Ortiz said she will monitor the project to ensure compliance.
The motion to approve the rezoning was made by Councilmember David Banks and seconded by Deputy Mayor; the vote carried 9-0, with councilmembers stating they had received some ex parte communications but could remain impartial.
Background: Warner said the property had a house torn down last year and contained a mix of blighted features; applicant-held neighborhood information meetings and the planning commission process preceded the ordinance vote.
