Lewisville council approves multiple zoning changes and permits, approves I‑35 corridor alternative standard 5–1

The Lewisville City Council on Jan. 7 approved a package of land‑use and zoning actions, including an amendment to the Unified Development Code, a pair of special‑use permit actions for a site on West Round Grove Road, a rezoning at 1201 South Railroad Street and a permit for an accessory patio cover. Council also approved an alternative‑standard request for a redevelopment on Oak Bend Drive after extended discussion and a 5–1 vote.

Ordinance amending zoning resubmission rule: The council approved an ordinance to amend Article 3, Chapter 6 of the Unified Development Code to remove a one‑year prohibition on resubmission of zoning petitions after a council denial. Planning and Zoning had recommended unanimous approval; the council voted to approve the ordinance (motion passed unanimously).

Special use permit repeal and replacement at 111 West Round Grove Road: Council held consecutive public hearings and first voted to repeal Ordinance No. 0129‑19‑SUP, terminating the prior special use permit that allowed minor automobile service and a car wash on Lot 3, Block A, Corners at Valley Parkway (approximately 1.22 acres at 111 West Round Grove Road). After closing that hearing, council approved a new special use permit to remodel the former quick-service…