Resident opposition delays consideration of multifamily rezoning along South Cockrell Hill Road
November 06, 2025 | Dallas, Dallas County, Texas
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Elizette Martinez Gonzalez, who identified herself as living at 4402 Barstow Boulevard, told the commission the proposed multifamily development would sit between two single‑family homes, would include multistory buildings with balconies that could invade neighbor privacy, and would increase traffic crossing a six‑lane road with a 40 mph posted limit. She said the area already experiences high speeds and numerous crashes, and that adding higher residential density would strain water, electrical and school infrastructure and emergency services. Martinez Gonzalez urged commissioners to deny the rezoning.
Vice Chair Herbert said the item lacked sufficient community engagement on his docket and moved to keep the public hearing open to allow neighbors and the applicant to confer; Commissioner Carpenter seconded and the motion carried. Herbert said he was tempted to deny but wanted neighbors to be heard and to pursue a "good neighbor" outcome before a final vote.
Why it matters: The case illustrates local concerns about infill density adjacent to established single‑family areas, traffic safety on high‑speed arterials and the need for pre‑filing community outreach. The hearing record shows staff will continue processing the case but the commission requested additional neighborhood involvement before taking final action.
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