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Commission recommends rezoning for 707 East Lincoln Street to allow single‑family dwelling
Summary
The commission recommended rezoning 707 East Lincoln Street from its current commercial designation to R‑3 (high‑density residential) at the applicant’s request, enabling demolition of the existing structure and construction of a new single‑family dwelling; the recommendation moves to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Property owner Vernon Cole asked the Planning Commission to recommend rezoning his parcel at 707 East Lincoln Street from commercial back to residential so he can demolish an existing structure and build a new single‑family house. Vernon Cole identified himself in the record: "I'm Vernon Cole. Just wanna get it re‑zoned from commercial back to residential."
Staff told the commission the parcel is currently zoned for general commercial uses and recommended rezoning the lot to R‑3 (high‑density residential) to be consistent with surrounding properties and the existing neighborhood character. After staff presented its factors and recommendation, the commission made a motion to recommend rezoning the property to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The motion carried on a voice vote.
Because the commission’s action was a recommendation, the rezoning request will be forwarded to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen for a final decision. The applicant will need to follow any additional procedural steps the board requires, and any conditions placed by either body must be satisfied before building permits are issued.
