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Rowlett OKs zoning text amendment to allow Zipline drone hubs and kiosks
Summary
The Rowlett City Council approved a zoning text amendment requested by Zipline to add unmanned aircraft system (UAS) hubs and kiosks as new uses in nonresidential zones, allowing hubs by special use permit and kiosks by right under the applicant's proposal; the council voted 6-0.
The Rowlett City Council voted 6-0 on May 20 to approve a text amendment to the city's zoning code that adds unmanned aircraft system (UAS) hubs and UAS kiosks as new, regulated uses in nonresidential zoning districts.
The change authorizes UAS hubs — sites that house, charge and launch delivery aircraft — by special use permit and would allow small UAS kiosks by right in nonresidential zones under the applicant's version of the ordinance. The council approved the applicant's requested draft (attachment 1) following presentations from city staff and Zipline representatives and a public hearing that drew no speakers.
The ordinance adds a definition for “unmanned aircraft system,” sets screening and siting requirements for hubs (including a six-foot screening standard), and addresses pedestrian access and setbacks. Planning and…
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