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Midlothian commission approves rezoning for 10.28‑acre mixed‑use project on Eastridge Drive
Summary
The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to rezone a 10.28‑acre tract near Eastridge Drive and North Main from PD‑2 to PD‑170, clearing the way for a mixed‑use development with vertical mixed‑use buildings, townhomes and community retail after the applicant added parking, connectivity and playground relocations requested by staff and commissioners.
The Midlothian Planning & Zoning Commission voted to rezone 10.28 acres on the south side of Eastridge Drive and north of Main Street from Planned Development District No. 2 to Planned Development No. 170, allowing a mixed‑use project with vertical mixed‑use buildings, townhomes and community retail. Staff said the site is currently undeveloped and that the comprehensive plan’s New Town module supports the proposed mix of housing and retail (staff presentation, SEG 133–149).
Staff outlined the proposal’s three subdistricts — vertical mixed use, townhomes and community retail — and noted changes made since an earlier hearing: an increase from 210 to 339 parking spaces by adding covered and garage parking, relocation of the playground out of the floodplain into the townhome core, added sidewalks to improve connectivity, and a commitment to preserve as many trees as practical (staff presentation, SEG 276–283, 262–269). Staff reported outreach to 27 nearby property owners and one letter of support; the applicant agreed to bury utility lines requested by that neighbor.
Applicant Audra Buckley said the team incorporated the commission’s prior requests: more covered parking and garages, the playground relocation, improved walkability and additional pocket parks. Buckley described a community building and on‑site amenities including a dog park, shade structures and pocket parks, and said she, the architect and civil engineer were present to answer technical questions.
Commissioners asked clarifying questions about unit types, parking ratios and whether the apartments would be condominiums; the applicant confirmed the units will be apartments and described the side‑entry garage layout for some lots. After public comment closed, a motion to approve the PD as presented carried and the commission recorded the approval (motion and roll call, SEG 408–416).
Next steps: the ordinance and PD language will proceed to city council for final action where the commission’s recommendation will be considered. No additional conditions beyond the revised PD language were recorded in the commission’s motion.
