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Neighbors raise noise and lighting concerns as Atmos seeks expansion of gas regulating station on Loop 7
Summary
Applicant represented by Atmos described an expansion of an existing gas line and regulating station on NW Loop 7; Planning & Zoning recommended approval with stipulations including a 10‑ft masonry wall and a lighting plan; a neighbor voiced concerns about noise and lighting; Atmos said it was not currently planning lighting.
City Planner Noemi Lopez and the applicant explained a detailed site plan and specific‑use permit request to expand an existing gas line and regulating station on NW Loop 7 (Property ID 229046). The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval with stipulations that included installing a 10‑foot masonry wall around the station and providing a proposed lighting plan.
Buddy Powell, representing Atmos, explained the proposed expansion and told the council, "we are not currently planning for lighting." During the public hearing, neighbor Anne Perryman expressed concern about potential noise and lighting impacts from the expanded station. The council completed a first reading of the ordinance caption; Planning staff will track the P&Z stipulations during further review.
