Item 8 - Staff ReportCase No.
CP25-0002
S T A F F R E P O R T
August 29, 2025
CASE NO: CP25-0002
PROJECT: Land Use Plan Amendment for 2530 Johnson Rd EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY: Sage Group, on behalf of owners Francisco and Delores Zamores, is requesting
approval of an Amendment to the City of Southlake Consolidate Future Land Use
Plan, an Element of the Southlake Comprehensive Plan, for 2530 Johnson Road,
on property described as Tract 8A02C, J. J. Freshour Survey Abstract 521.
Current Underlying Land Use Designation: “Low Density Residential”. Requested
Underlying Land Use Designation: “Medium Density Residential”. SPIN
Neighborhood #11.
DETAILS: The subject property is approximately 1.97 acres located at 2530 Johnson Rd.
just west of Randol Mill Avenue. The applicant is requesting approval of a Land
Use Plan amendment in conjunction with a Zoning Change and Development
Plan for a 3-lot residential subdivision. The requested zoning is "RPUD"
Residential Planned Unit Development District and the three lots range in size
from 25,821 SF to 28,242 square feet. The subject property is currently a single
tract with "AG" Agricultural District zoning.
EXISTING
LAND USE
DESIGNATION: The proposed land use designation is Low Density Residential.
Low Density Residential Purpose: The purpose of the Low Density Residential
land use category is to provide for and to protect low intensity detached single-
family residential development that promotes the openness and rural character
of Southlake.
Definition (this definition was updated by passage of Ordinance No. 1186 on
February 20, 2018): 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. The Low Density Residential
category encourages the openness and rural character of the City of Southlake.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Low Density
Residential category are intended only to be guidelines, and greater flexibility
may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
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Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Single-family Residential 85% ±15%
Open space** 10% ±10%
Civic use 5% ±5%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
**Park dedication fees may be appropriate in lieu of open space.
PROPOSED
LAND USE
DESIGNATION: The proposed land use designation is Medium Density Residential and Low
Density Residential.
Medium Density Residential Purpose and Definition: The purpose of the
Medium Density Residential land use category is to promote a neighborhood
setting primarily comprised of single family detached houses. The Medium
Density Residential category is suitable for any single‐family detached residential
development. Other suitable activities are those permitted in the Public
Parks/Open Space and Public/Semi‐ Public categories previously discussed.
Land Use Mix*: The percentages below for the land use mix in the Medium
Density Residential category are intended only to be guidelines, and greater
flexibility may be appropriate under site specific conditions.
Land Use Percentage of Acreage Flexibility Allowed
Single-family Residential 85% +15%
Open space 10% ±10%
Civic use 10% ±10%
Total 100%
*These percentages are not regulatory and should only be used as a guide.
ACTION NEEDED: 1) Conduct a Public Hearing
2) Consider Approval of a Land Use Plan Amendment
ATTACHMENTS: (A) Background Information
(B) Land Use Amendment Exhibit and Table
(E) Ordinance No. 1269-E
STAFF CONTACT: Wayne Powell (817) 748-8281
Jenny Crosby (817) 748-8195
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
OWNER: Francisco and Delores Zamores
APPLICANT: Curtis Young, Sage Group
PROPERTY SITUATION: 2530 Johnson Rd
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Tract 8A02C, JJ Freshour Survey Abstract No. 521
CURRENT ZONING: “AG” Agricultural District
REQUESTED ZONING: “R-PUD” Residential Planned Unit Development District
HISTORY: - The existing home was constructed in 1975 (TAD).
- The property was annexed into the City of Southlake in 1988.
- “AG” Agricultural District zoning was approved with the adoption of
Zoning Ordinance No. 480 and the official Zoning Map on September 19,
1989.
SOUTHLAKE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Mobility & Master Thoroughfare Plan
One of the proposed lots will be accessed from Johnson Rd., a C2U 70’
Collector. The remaining two lots will be accessed via a 24-foot access
easement from Remuda Court.
Pathways Master Plan & Sidewalk Plan
A sidewalk between 5 and 8 feet in width is required along Johnson Road.
The proposed development provides a 5’ sidewalk along Johnson Road.
CITIZEN INPUT: This item was heard by the Corridor Planning Committee Meeting on June
19, 2024.
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION ACTION:
CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
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ORDINANCE NO. 1269-E
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CONSOLIDATED FUTURE
LAND USE PLAN, AN ELEMENT OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE’S
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
WHEREAS, a Home Rule Charter of the City of Southlake, Texas, was approved by the
voters in a duly called Charter election on April 4, 1987; and,
WHEREAS, the Home Rule Charter, Chapter XI requires an update to the City’s
comprehensive plan elements every four years,
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that the Consolidated Future Land Use Plan is
an element of the City’s Comprehensive Master Plan,
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the Consolidated Future Land Use
Plan complies with the Southlake 2035 Vision, Goals, & Objectives,
WHEREAS, the City Council has deemed that the Consolidated Future Land Use
Plan has been formulated with adequate public input,
WHEREAS, the City Council has deemed that the recommendations in the Consolidated
Future Land Use Plan herein reflect the community’s desires for the future development of the
City,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, THAT:
Section 1. All of the findings in the preamble are found to be true and correct and the City
Council hereby incorporates said findings into the body of this ordinance as if
copied in its entirety.
Section 2. (Adopted Change).
Section 3. The different elements of the Comprehensive Master Plan, as adopted and
amended by the City Council from time to time, shall be kept on file in the office
of the City Secretary of the City of Southlake, along with a copy of the ordinance
and minute order of the Council so adopting or approving the same. Any existing
element of the Comprehensive Master Plan which has been heretofore adopted
by the City Council shall remain in full force until amended by the City Council as
provided herein.
Section 4. This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of
Southlake, Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct
conflict with the provisions of such ordinances, in which event the conflicting
provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed.
Section 5. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases,
clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance are severable,
and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance shall
be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the
remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this
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ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without
the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause,
sentence, paragraph or section.
Section 6. The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby authorized to publish this
ordinance in book or pamphlet form for general distribution among the public, and
the operative provisions of this ordinance as so published shall be admissible in
evidence in all courts without further proof than the production thereof.
Section 7. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and
publication as required by law, and it is so ordained.
PASSED AND APPROVED on the 1st reading the _____ day of ______, 2025.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
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CITY SECRETARY
PASSED AND APPROVED on the 2nd reading the _______ day of _______, 2025.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
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CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
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CITY ATTORNEY
DATE:___________________________
ADOPTED:_______________________
EFFECTIVE:______________________