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Item 4H Comprehensive Plan ReviewComprehensive Plan Analysis Case No.: ZA18-0022 Review by: Jerod Potts Date of Review: 07/11/18 Project Name: 1833 Our Lane Current Project Address: 1833, 1847 and 1851 Our Lane Existing Zoning: AG (three unplatted parcels) Proposed Zoning: SF-1A Existing Future Land Use: Low Density Residential Proposed Future Land Use: Low Density Residential Overview The subject property is included in the Central Sector planning area, as discussed in the Southlake 2035 Land Use Sector Plan. Low Density Residential Land Use Category The recommended land use for this property within the Southlake 2035 Consolidated Future Land Use Plan (Land Use Plan) is Low Density Residential, which is consistent with the existing future land use. The purpose for this category is to provide Current Zoning: AG Future Land Use: Low Density Residential for and to protect low intensity detached single-family residential development that promotes the openness and rural character of Southlake. The definition of the Low Density Residential land use category as defined by the Land Use Plan states: The Low Density Residential category is for detached single-family residential development at a net density of one or fewer dwelling units per acre. Net density is the number of dwelling units per net acre, which excludes acreage in all rights-of-way, easement, and lots designated for public or private streets. Other suitable activities are those permitted in the Public Parks / Open Space and Public / Semi-Public categories. Future Land Use – Optional Land Use Designations The subject property is not included in any optional land use designations. Applicable Comprehensive Plan Recommendations 2035 Land Use Sector Plan (North, Central, West and Southeast) C-LU2 Recommendation(s):  Retain Low Density Residential designation.  Work with the Town of Westlake to provide access to the 15 acre site at the north end of the study area from FM 1938.  Consider options for access, utility and drainage improvements to this area as part of the 2035 Water, Wastewater and Drainage Master Plan update. Metric(s):  Tier 1 – If the 15 acre site along FM 1938 is developed work with the Town of Westlake to provide direct vehicular access to this property from FM 1938.  Tier 1 - Evaluate options for extending city sewer to the area and improving drainage as part of the 2035 Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Plan.  Applicability to proposal: The applicant is proposing to maintain the existing low density residential category on this site, and the proposal includes one (1) home site on three (3) tracts totaling approximately 1.6 acres. Pathways Master Plan The Southlake 2030 Mobility Master Plan includes the Pathways Master Plan. There are no future sidewalks identified for Our Lane near this proposal. Because the applicant is proposing Site Site C-LU2 one (1) home on what will eventually be a single lot of record, the applicant is exempted from providing a sidewalk. See exhibit below from the Pathways Master Plan. Site