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Mesquite commission approves conditional use permit to extend temporary concrete batch plant
Summary
The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit allowing Austin Bridge & Road to keep a temporary concrete batch plant at 3220 E. U.S. Highway 80 until June 30, 2029, subject to staff stipulations including nontransferability, equipment removal rules and termination after repeated violations.
The Mesquite Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to grant a conditional use permit that will let Austin Bridge & Road continue operating a temporary concrete batch plant at 3220 East U.S. Highway 80 through June 30, 2029, subject to conditions recommended by city staff.
Garrett Langford of the city’s Planning Department told the commission the company had already obtained a TCEQ air‑quality permit and that temporary batch plants are allowed under the city’s temporary use rules but require a conditional use permit for more than 18 months. "This request, submitted by Austin Bridge and Road for a conditional use permit to allow to continue operation of the temporary concrete batch plant located at 3220 East US Highway 80," Langford said during the staff presentation, noting staff’s recommended stipulations including a firm expiration date, removal of inoperative equipment within 30 days, site restoration and termination after three violations.
Joel Lasich, representing Austin Bridge and Road, described the plant’s layout and operation, its role supporting TxDOT reconstruction of I‑635 and the Highway 80 interchange, and measures to reduce impacts. "We have our TCEQ permits," Lasich said, and described dust controls, a retention pond for stormwater, existing vegetation retained as a visual and noise buffer and decibel readings the company took while operating the plant.
Commissioners questioned what would happen if the project timeline changed. Langford said any extension beyond the CUP’s expiration would require a new conditional use permit application and associated fees. A commissioner pressed whether the commission could set a different expiration date; Langford said the commission could recommend a modified time frame as part of its motion.
No members of the public spoke during the public‑hearing portion on this item. A commissioner moved to approve the request with staff recommendations, a colleague seconded, and the commission voted 6–0 in favor.
The permit contains standard conditions: it is limited to Austin Bridge and Road (not transferable), expires on 06/30/2029, requires removal of unused equipment within 30 days of discontinuance, and calls for site restoration and vegetation reestablishment after operations cease. Staff will inspect the site and enforce the CUP; three violations can trigger termination of the permit by the city engineer.
The commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to city council as part of the required municipal review process.
