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Council reopens decision on 501 A South Key smoke-shop permit after neighborhood objections
Summary
A contested specific-use permit (SUP) for a smoke shop at 501 A South Key Avenue drew opposition from a nearby church and school; planning commission recommended approval 6–1, council members initially moved to deny, then rescinded and tabled the item for a future meeting.
The Lampasas City Council considered public comments and staff presentations on a request for a specific-use permit to allow a smoke shop at 501 A South Key Avenue during Monday’s meeting.
Planning staff told the council the applicant sought an SUP for a smoke shop at the property commonly known as 501 A South Key; the proposal had passed the Planning and Zoning Commission 6–1. Planning staff reported receiving at least one letter of opposition at the commission hearing and additional correspondence opposing the SUP submitted later.
Residents and business owners spoke at the public hearing. Business owner Mike Hill asked the council to re-examine parking requirements for the building at the corner and said he wanted the planning commission’s analysis…
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