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Council approves 97‑acre rezoning after extensive public testimony on traffic, drainage and wildlife
Summary
The council approved a rezoning request to R‑1 (single‑family) for approximately 97.13 acres in eastern Killeen after lengthy public hearings where residents raised concerns about ingress/egress, flood risk and impacts to wildlife. Staff recommended approval consistent with the comprehensive plan; council approved the request.
The Killeen City Council on Jan. 20 approved a request to rezone roughly 97.13 acres from agricultural to R‑1 single‑family residential, a proposal developers say will yield new housing and that staff found consistent with the city's comprehensive plan.
Planning staff explained the parcel's background and the developer's preliminary concept plan, which showed connectivity and a potential future collector street network. Staff noted the recent state law (Senate Bill 15) changes that limit local lot‑size restrictions and can allow smaller single‑family lots under certain conditions.
"Based on the applicant's…
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