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Leander council leans toward 10-year special-use permits for Hero Way employment centers

Leander City Council · February 10, 2026
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Summary

Staff presented two options for property owners in the Hero Way South Employment Center — a permanent heavy-commercial rezoning or temporary special-use permits — and council members said they prefer the 10-year special-use approach as an interim, flexible solution while the city updates its comprehensive plan.

Leander City Council members indicated on Feb. 10 they prefer using time-limited special-use permits to allow small, existing businesses in the Hero Way South Employment Center to expand while the city completes a comprehensive plan update.

Executive Director of Development Services Griffin told the council property owners near Hero Way and 183A are seeking more flexible rules to expand operations. "We have a lot of existing businesses that are pretty small right now, and they're seeking an expansion to their business," Griffin said, and staff offered two…

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