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Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance for Zoning Application No. Z0625-0402 submitted by WRA Architects, Inc. on behalf of the Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) for a change of zoning from R-2, Single Family Residential within the Town East Retail and Restaurant Area (TERRA) Overlay District to R-2, Single Family Residential within the TERRA Overlay District with a Conditional Use Permit to allow a high school as a permitted use on the subject property and allow the expansion of North Mesquite High School located at 18201 IH 635.
(No responses in favor or 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.)
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Mesquite Independent School District (MISD) is requesting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to construct a 32,000-square-foot addition on the south side of North Mesquite High School. The proposed expansion will replace existing portable classrooms and will include 20 classrooms, restrooms, and supporting service spaces. The entire addition is designed to function as a storm shelter to satisfy building and fire code requirements. According to MISD, the student population is not expected to increase as a result of the expansion.
On August 11, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request by a vote of 7-0.
Recommended/Desired Action
Following the public hearing, staff recommends that the City Council take action.
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Staff Report and Maps
P&Z Minutes
Ordinance
Drafter
Garrett Langford
Head of Department
Adam Bailey