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Hold a public hearing and consider a City-initiated request, on behalf of Anthony Michael Barrett, (Case# Z26-03) to rezone approximately 0.99 acre, being Lots 1-6, Block 1, Bonner Terrace Subdivision, from “B-3” (Local Business District) to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District). The subject properties are locally addressed as 1302, 1304, 1306, 1308, 1310, and 1312 West Jasper Drive, Killeen, Texas.
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DATE: March 24, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Wallis Meshier, Exec. Dir. Of Dev. Serv.
SUBJECT: Zoning Case # Z26-03: “B-3” to “R-2”
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
Property Information:
Property Owner: Anthony Michael Barrett
Agent: City-initiated Request
Current Zoning: “B-3” (Local Business District)
Proposed Zoning: “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District)
FLUM Designation: ‘Residential Mix’ (RM)
Growth Sector Designation: ‘Neighborhood Infill’ (NI)
Summary of Request:
This is a city-initiated request to rezone six (6) properties from “B-3” (Local Business District) to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District). This request aims to amend the property's current zoning to make it consistent with the existing residential land use. The existing two-family homes are considered legal non-conforming and therefore subject to Killeen Code of Ordinances Sec. 31-54, which states that a non-conforming structure cannot be rebuilt in case of total destruction. If approved, this city-initiated request to rezone the properties will bring the current use of the properties into compliance with the zoning ordinance.
The intent of this initiative is to assist property owners by rezoning legal non-conforming properties to establish the current residential uses of properties as complying with the City of Killeen’s zoning and land use regulations. In doing so, the goals are to 1) ensure that property owners are better positioned to sell or refinance their property in the future; and 2) to have an opportunity to expand in the future, should they choose to do so, in addition to being able to rebuild. Based on current information, the rezoning is not expected to have any negative impacts on the property, nor are property values expected to be affected.
Zoning/Plat Case History:
The property was annexed into the City limits on September 9, 1962, and was platted on December 16, 1968, as Bonner Terrace Subdivision. The property was rezoned from “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) to “B-3” (Local Business District) on August 12, 1986, via Ordinance No. 86-50.
Character of the Area:
North: Developed residential property zoned “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District)
South: Developed residential property zoned “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District)
East: Developed commercial property zoned “B-5” (Business District)
West: Developed residential property zoned “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District)
Future Land Use Map Analysis:
The properties are located within the ‘Neighborhood Infill’ (NI) area on the Growth Sector Map and designated as ‘Residential Mix’ (RM) on the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) of the Killeen 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
The Growth Sector Map identifies the area as ‘Neighborhood Infill,’ which includes areas of the city that are already developed and have access to city services and infrastructure but have vacant, underutilized, or poorly developed properties. Growth policies for this sector encourage development or redevelopment of these properties with accessory dwelling units, smallplexes, and micro-commercial uses that provide incremental increases in density. Development should match the existing character and improve walkable access to businesses and amenities for people living and working in the vicinity.
The Future Land Use Map identifies the ‘Residential Mix’ place type, which creates neighborhoods built with a traditional walkable block/street grid network that allows a flexible mix of residential building typologies. Aside from large multiplex garden apartments, most housing types are allowed here, including single-family detached, townhouses, and small-plex units (2-4 units). This place type encourages a twenty-five percent (25%) non-residential and ninety-five percent (95%) residential use mix.
The request supports the following Comprehensive Plan recommendations:
§ LU3 - Encourage incremental evolution of neighborhoods.
§ NH6 - Shift the market to include existing housing.
The Killeen 2040 Comprehensive Plan promotes incremental evolution of properties that can add to a widespread improvement. Additionally, staff finds the proposed rezoning is consistent with the surrounding area, which consists of a mix of residential and commercial properties.
Development Zone Analysis:
These properties are located within the City of Killeen Development Zone #4, which is generally situated west of Fort Hood Street and north of Stan Schlueter Loop. This development zone consists of approximately 44.81% residential uses and 55.19% commercial uses. Overall, the current land use mix in the surrounding area includes approximately 107.15 acres (1.87%) of Special Districts, 2,457.49 acres (42.94%) of Residential, 11.37 acres (0.20%) of Industrial, 2,937.38 acres (51.33%) of Commercial, and 209.35 acres (3.66%) of Agricultural uses, for a total of approximately 5,722.74 acres. In addition, vacant land accounts for approximately 684 acres, or 11.95% of the area.
Water, Sewer and Drainage Services:
Provider: City of Killeen
Within Service Area: Yes
Feasibility Study or Service Commitment: Water, wastewater, and drainage services are located within the City of Killeen municipal utility service area and are available to the subject tract.
Water service to the properties is provided via an existing 6” water distribution main located in W. Jasper Dr. An existing 20” Transmission main is located in Old Farm-to-Market 440 adjacent to 1312 W. Jasper Dr., but does not directly serve the properties.
Wastewater service is available to the properties via an existing 6” wastewater main located in W. Jasper Dr.
An existing storm sewer line that does not directly serve the properties is located in Old Farm-to-Market 440, adjacent to 1312 W. Jasper Dr. No other existing drainage infrastructure is adjacent to the properties.
Transportation and Thoroughfare Plan:
Access is from Jasper Road, classified as a collector on the Thoroughfare Map. The current zoning classification for the properties is “B-3”. The proposed zoning classification under this amendment is “R-2”. The current use for the properties is not anticipated to change, and there is no expected increase in traffic as a result of this zoning reclassification.
If the conditions or assumptions used in the development of the current Traffic Impact Determination change, a revised determination may be warranted at that time.
PARKS AND PROPOSED TRAIL PLAN:
There are no proposed parks or trails on this site. Parkland dedication, fees in lieu of, and parkland development fees will not be required as the properties are already developed.
Environmental Assessment:
The properties are in the Nolan Creek / Leon River Watershed. The properties are located in Zone X Unshaded (0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard Area), per Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Map 48027C0260E with effective date September 26, 2008.
The properties are not impacted by freshwater ponds, freshwater forested/shrub wetlands, freshwater emergent wetlands, or riverine habitats as shown on the National Wetlands Inventory maps for the properties. No visual evidence of other environmental impediments is apparent on the properties at this time.
Public Notification:
Before public notification, the one (1) property owner was provided with a consent form to authorize the request; a response has not been received.
Staff notified property owners of seventy-eight (78) surrounding properties regarding this request.
As of the date of this staff report, no responses have been received regarding this request.
Staff Findings:
The subject properties are zoned “B-3” (Local Business District), developed with existing two-family residential structures, and are considered legal non-conforming. The surrounding area includes residential and commercial properties. Staff finds that the request is consistent with the recommendations of the Killeen 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
N/A
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
N/A
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
This zoning request conforms to the City’s policy and procedures, as detailed in Chapter 31 of the Killeen Code of Ordinances.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
This zoning request does not involve the expenditure of city funds. Public infrastructure is already in place for this property and maintained by the City. Maintenance cost will continue for the life of the development.
Is this a one-time or recurring expenditure?
This is not applicable.
Is this expenditure budgeted?
This is not applicable.
If not, where will the money come from?
This is not applicable.
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line item for this expenditure?
This is not applicable.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the request to rezone the properties from “B-3” (Local Business District) to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) as presented.
At their regular meeting on February 9, 2026, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 4 to 0.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
The Planning and Legal staff have reviewed this item.
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