Commission approves rezoning request to allow duplex at 2033 Galveston Street

The Grand Prairie Planning and Zoning Commission voted to approve a future‑land‑use map amendment and a zoning change to allow two single‑family attached units at 2033 Galveston Street, the commission chair announced after votes on both items.

The applicant, Tabitha Lee, told the commission she owns the lot and said the property has been in her family for years. "The lot has been in my family for a very long time," Lee said, and she described plans to rebuild a residence on the parcel and to rent the units.

Staff recommended denial because the requested medium‑density designation does not align with the city's adopted future land‑use map, which shows the parcel as low‑density residential. Commissioners discussed neighborhood context, housing affordability and precedent for allowing duplexes in single‑family areas. Several commissioners voiced support citing family ownership, the site’s vacancy and demand for more affordable rental options.

Commissioner John Federico moved to close public discussion and approve the map amendment; Commissioner Ty Chapman seconded. The motion to approve the map amendment passed (yes: 7, no: 1). Federico then moved to approve the accompanying zoning change (Single‑Family 6 to Single‑Family Attached); Angela Lucky Vaughn seconded and that motion also passed (yes: 7, no: 1).

The approval means the applicant may pursue SFA zoning standards for development and must meet SFA requirements if a building permit application follows. The record includes no specific building plans beyond the applicant’s statement of intent to build two attached units and to rent them.

Commissioners emphasized this decision could be a precedent as the city grows and voiced differing views on how the city should balance single‑family character and affordable housing options.

Votes at a glance: map amendment and zoning change for 2033 Galveston Street — both approved (7–1).