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Council approves plat‑approval code change, two alternative standards for Walmart drone operations and cap on short‑term rental permits
Summary
Lewisville City Council voted unanimously to (1) delegate plat approval authority to the planning director, (2) renew two alternative standards for a Walmart/Wing drone operation site, and (3) adopt a short‑term rental ordinance that caps active permits at 130 and closes the application process to manage neighborhood character.
The Lewisville City Council on Monday approved three separate land‑use and regulatory items in unanimous votes.
Lede: Council adopted an ordinance moving authority to approve plats where no variances are required from the council or planning and zoning commission to the planning director, approved two alternative standards for outdoor storage and screening at a Walmart drone site and adopted a short‑term rental (STR) ordinance that sets a maximum of 130 active STR permits for 2025.
Nut graf: Each action passed unanimously. Staff told the council the plat‑approval change is intended to increase administrative efficiency and align local practice with state law. The alternative standards concern outdoor storage location and fence material for a Walmart site used for drone delivery…
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