Council approves rezone at 1009 NW 1st to allow four-unit, 55+ moderate-density building

The City of Mineral Wells City Council voted to rezone 1009 Northwest 1st Avenue from single-family to Moderate Density, clearing the way for a four-unit, over-55 residential building. The motion to approve the rezone passed on a 6-0 voice vote.

City staff and the project representative said the request is intended to allow a quadruplex (two units upstairs, two downstairs) with covered parking oriented toward Northwest 10th Street. The presenter described the development as an over-55 complex and said the proposed layout will meet the city's setback requirements.

Council members asked about the difference between Moderate Density and multifamily zoning, and staff explained that Moderate Density limits development to duplexes and quadruplexes whereas multifamily zoning allows larger apartment buildings. A council member requested additional details — including unit amenities, the number of parking spaces and how the property will be accessed — and staff agreed to provide those specifics to council prior to final implementation.

On parking and site impacts, staff said the project plans eight parking spaces (two per unit) and that a carport would require a special exception from the Board of Adjustments. Staff also reported that 17 notice letters were sent and that staff received only one call requesting clarification; there was no negative written feedback reported.

The council motion to approve the rezone was made by an unidentified council member (speaker in the transcript) and seconded by another unidentified member; the motion carried 6-0. Staff and the applicant will return with any additional permitting details and required administrative approvals.