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Planning commission approves rezoning to allow four‑unit building near University of Tulsa
Summary
The commission voted 11-0 to rezone a vacant lot east of E 4th Place and S Harvard Ave from RS‑3 to RM‑2, allowing a proposed four‑unit residential structure; staff cited the Citywide Housing Assessment in support of increased housing density.
The Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission on Jan. 8 approved rezoning application Z‑7803, changing a vacant lot east of the northeast corner of East 4th Place and South Harvard Avenue from RS‑3 to RM‑2 to permit construction of a four‑unit residential structure. The motion to approve passed 11‑0‑0 (motion by John Craddock, second by John Shivel).
Staff told the commission the lot has historically been single‑family but is now vacant and directly abuts a University of Tulsa parking lot; staff recommended RM‑2 because it maintains height compatibility with surrounding RS‑3 lots while allowing increased residential density. The staff report cited the Citywide Housing Assessment (March 2023) projecting a need for about 12,900 housing units across all types over the next 10 years as a justification for policies that allow more “missing middle” housing. No public speakers were recorded on this item.
