Contested rezoning hearing: recycling-sorting operation seeks I-3 zoning at 1471 Old Spanish Trail
A developer asked to rezone 1471 Old Spanish Trail from I-1 to I-3 for an indoor sorting and baling recycling operation. SMEDA presented a modest economic-impact study (25 direct jobs, ~$3M CapEx); residents warned that I-3 zoning near homes could permit larger industrial uses and urged strict stipulations if rezoning proceeds.
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The council opened discussion on a rezoning petition for 1471 Old Spanish Trail Highway to change the zoning from I-1 (light industrial) to I-3 (heavy industrial restricted). Miss Alamo told the council the planning commission recommended approval with conditions. Jennifer Staley of SMEDA summarized an economic-impact study prepared for the applicant, saying the company committed to creating 25 direct jobs at an average salary near $40,000 and estimated about $3 million in capital expenditures; the three-year tax estimate was roughly $218,000.
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