Haslet planning commission unanimously recommends denial of vape shop SUP on Schoolhouse Road
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The Haslet Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council deny a specific use permit for a vape and gift shop at 1099 Schoolhouse Road, Suite D, after public opposition and commissioner motion.
The Haslet Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to recommend that the City Council deny a specific use permit for a vape and gift shop proposed for 1099 Schoolhouse Road, Suite D.
The vote follows public comment from residents and 44 emailed objections to the permit application. Commissioners heard staff describe the request as an application for a specific use permit (SUP) that is required for smoke- and vape-related retail in properties zoned General Commercial.
The matter matters to residents because opponents said the shop would attract customers who leave paraphernalia in yards and along public streets and because of concerns about youth exposure. Eric Crawford, who identified his address as 114 Brentwood Lane, said: “We have a vape shop across the street from Harris Baptist Church, and, our staff picks up their paraphernalia all over the highway all the time in our yard.” James Taylor, who said he lives outside the city limits in the Dare Ranch, added: “It's not good for the kids. I urge you to disallow.” The city clerk read letters from four residents — including Patricia Parker, Joette Keane and Marilyn Broyles — objecting to the permit; city staff said a total of 44 emails opposed the application.
Staff told commissioners that the site is in General Commercial (GC) zoning and that state or local codes require a specific use permit for smoke- and vape-related sales at that location. Commissioners moved directly from the public hearing to action. A commissioner moved to recommend denial to council; another commissioner seconded. Chair then called the question and the motion passed unanimously.
No formal conditions or alternative approvals were adopted; the commission's action was a recommendation to the City Council, which retains final authority on the SUP. City staff will forward the commission's recommendation and the public record, including the written comments, to the council for its consideration.
The commission's decision came during a regular meeting where staff also noted community events and other agenda items. The clerk opened and closed the public hearing on the SUP before the recommendation vote.
Details recorded in the meeting: the permit application address is 1099 Schoolhouse Road, Suite D; the property is in General Commercial zoning; the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial; the vote was unanimous.
