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Neighbors oppose Reserve at Rowlett Shores PD; commissioners do not approve plan
Summary
Applicant proposed 28 single-family homes on 5.14 acres with multiple dimensional deviations; residents cited density, drainage, setbacks and emergency access concerns and the commission's motion to approve failed.
The Reserve at Rowlett Shores is a Planned Development request to change about 5.14 acres from low-density residential to an SF-5 plan allowing 28 single-family homes with several deviations, including reduced rear setbacks (to 10 feet), reduced lot depths, a proposed 50-foot right-of-way and an allowance for an additional story.
The applicant's representative described the project as "28 modern, single family homes" intended for owner-occupancy and emphasized front-entry garages and a small common area. Commissioners and residents questioned whether the site can safely accommodate the density, whether fire and emergency vehicles could navigate the proposed streets, and whether the project preserves adequate green space and viewsheds. Neighbors also noted preservation of mature trees on the lot and raised privacy concerns related to 2–3 story elevations.
After extended public comment and commissioner discussion, a motion to approve the PD with SF-5 as the base zoning was made and seconded; the motion failed on the record and the commission did not recommend approval at this meeting.
