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Council lays over rezoning request to convert former Bullock College properties to single‑family
Summary
The council laid over a proposal to rezone properties at 716 Emerson Street and 742 Church Street from Public Lands & Institutions to R‑1B single‑family residential; planning staff said the request aligns with the comprehensive plan and the planning commission recommended approval.
The Beloit City Council laid over a rezoning request from Bullock College Park LLC to change the zoning of 716 Emerson Street and 742 Church Street from Public Lands & Institutions (PLI) to R‑1B single‑family residential.
Julie, planning staff, said the properties were previously owned by Bullock College and that the applicant intends to renovate the houses for sale as single‑family residences. She told the council that R‑1B is intended for single‑family detached dwellings on moderate‑sized lots and that the request is consistent with the city's comprehensive plan; the planning commission reviewed the request on May 21 and voted 5–0 to recommend approval.
During the council meeting no members of the public spoke on the item. A motion to lay the item over was made and seconded; Councilor Fortback (mover spelling per transcript) expressed support for converting the vacant buildings to residential use. The motion to lay the item over passed on a voice vote with no recorded opposition.
Laying the matter over keeps it on the council's agenda for a future meeting when additional information or formal action may be taken.
