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Commission approves Rifkin rezoning to allow second single‑family lot
Summary
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6–0 to rezone a 9.487‑acre property (Rifkin Addition) from RR to R‑1, enabling subdivision for a second single‑family home; staff recommended approval and the applicant presented an amended plat.
The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission on July 1 unanimously approved rezoning case Z263 (the Rifkin Addition) to change the property’s zoning from Rural Residential (RR) to Residential‑1 (R‑1), clearing the way for a subdivision that would allow a second single‑family home on the 9.487‑acre parcel along FM 2153.
Sean Jacobson, senior planner, told the commission the change is consistent with the future land‑use map and with recent zoning changes in the surrounding area and recommended approval. "We have determined that this request for zoning change to R‑1 meets our criteria for approval," Jacobson said.
The applicant’s representative, Hannah Haber of McAdams, provided an amended plat showing two proposed lots (Lot 1 approx. 1 acre, Lot 2 the remainder of roughly 8.49 acres) and said the intent is to create one additional single‑family lot; the applicant confirmed the application has been pending since February. Commissioners asked about sidewalks, tree preservation and the location of the second home; staff said code references and design deviations could address impractical sidewalk requirements and that tree‑preservation standards would apply at subdivision.
Commissioner Riggs moved to approve the rezoning as presented by staff and Commissioner Garland seconded. The board voted 6–0 in favor.
Next steps: the rezoning will proceed to the City Council public hearing process for final action and any additional conditions the council may impose or discuss during its hearings.
