Galveston planning commission backs alley abandonment near Moody Mansion, trims eastern 10-foot strip

The City of Galveston Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend abandonment of approximately 4,726 square feet of an alley right-of-way within the block bordered by Rosenberg (20 Fifth Street), Broadway, 20 Sixth Street and Seeley, approving the application as amended to exclude a 10-foot eastern portion adjacent to the Satori property.

The action came after a staff presentation describing the request and conditions. "The applicant is requesting the abandonment of approximately 4,726 square feet of alley right of way within the block," said Catherine, a planning staff member, during the commission's briefing. She told commissioners that notices were sent, one was returned in favor, and that city departments and private utilities raised no objections while public works had commented. Staff recommended approval with conditions including that the applicant replat the abandoned right-of-way and provide a utility easement during the planning process.

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