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Neighbors cite noise, runoff and safety as commission recommends disapproval for automotive repair at 5505 NW 50th
Summary
After extended public comment about oil runoff, late‑night noise, traffic and a lapsed business license, the Warr Acres Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council disapprove a special‑use automotive repair permit for 5505 NW 50th (Julio’s Auto Repair). Residents provided photos and said some vehicles remain on the lot for months.
The Warr Acres Planning Commission on Aug. 13 voted to recommend the City Council disapprove a special‑use permit for automotive repair at 5505 Northwest 50th (Julio’s Auto Repair) after nearly two hours of public testimony from nearby residents.
Staff told the commission the application packet contained a scrivener error listing C‑4 but the correct zoning category is C‑3, and they noted the property has a long history of auto‑related activity and a prior stop‑work/order and code concerns. Property owner Damon Mohammadi said he bought the property years ago and asked the commission what would be required to bring operations into compliance. The operator, Julio, and his family said the business primarily performs contracted repairs for local dealerships and is not intended as a walk‑in public repair shop.
Multiple neighbors provided testimony and photos alleging oil and metal debris wash into adjacent yards after rain events, late‑night vehicle activity and loud music, and that heavy truck deliveries and parked vehicles impede sight lines and emergency access on the narrow access drive off 50th. Stacy Coulter said her house sits about 12 feet from the lot and submitted photos showing oily runoff; other residents described frequent nighttime noise, traffic and concerns about property‑value decline.
Nancy Alvarado, who identified herself as the operator’s wife, said the current tenant began renting the property in February 2023 and that parts backorders can leave vehicles on site for months, which she said causes long turnaround times beyond their immediate control. Staff noted the prior business license had lapsed and that re‑approval requires the commission to find the use appropriate under Title 19 and the city’s review procedures.
After public comment the commission moved, seconded and voted to recommend disapproval to the City Council. Staff reminded parties the City Council will consider the item at its next meeting the following Tuesday at 6 p.m.; the council has final authority.
