Title
Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance for Zoning Application No. Z0424-0359, submitted by Javier Ruiz, for a change of zoning from Central Business to Central Business with a Conditional Use Permit to allow used motor vehicle sales, located at 611 West Davis Street.
(One response in favor and two in opposition to the application have been received from property owners within the statutory notification area. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval with certain stipulations).
Body
The applicant proposes to operate a used car dealership on the property. The existing building has been condemned, but a Court order has been issued with several extensions to allow the owner to repair the building. To date, no repairs have been done. The use is not consistent with recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan nor with public input received during the ongoing Downtown Overlay project. Although used car dealerships exist in the area, adding another dealership perpetuates a use contrary to downtown redevelopment's goals and the Comprehensive Plan.
On May 13, 2024, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-2 to approve a change of zoning from Central Business to Central Business with a Conditional Use Permit to allow used motor vehicle sales.
Recommended/Desired Action
Following the public hearing, staff recommends denial of the ordinance.
Attachment(s)
Staff Report and Maps
P&Z Minutes
Ordinance
Drafter
Jeff Armstrong
Head of Department
Jeff Armstrong