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Planning commission backs code change to allow standalone used-car dealerships by special-use permit

Planning Commission, League City · January 8, 2026
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Summary

The commission recommended City Council approve an amendment to Chapter 125, Article 3 to allow used-car sales as a standalone use in general commercial zones only via special-use permit; staff said the change gives existing nonconforming dealerships a path to expand but retains council oversight.

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that City Council approve amendments to Chapter 125, Article 3 and Appendix A of the Code of Ordinances to permit standalone used-car sales in general commercial districts by special-use permit.

Mark Langeblatt explained the amendment, which is cosponsored by two council members, would strike the current limitation that allows used-car…

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