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Hold a public hearing and consider a City-Initiated request on behalf of six (6) property owners (Case# Z26-01) to rezone approximately 1.18 acre, being Lots 1-2, 4-7, Block 1, Wanda Park from “B-5” (Business District) to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District). The subject properties are locally addressed as 1810, 1814, 1906, 1910, 1914, and 2002 Wood Avenue, 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 # Z26-01: “B-5” to “R-2”
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
Property Information:
Property Owner: Six (6) individual property owners
Agent: City-initiated request
Current Zoning: “B-5” (Business District)
Proposed Zoning: “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District)
FLUM Designation: ‘Traditional Neighborhood’ (TN)
Growth Sector Designation: ‘Infill & Enhance’ (IE)
Summary of Request:
This is a City-initiated request to rezone six (6) properties from “B-5” (Business District) to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District). This request aims to amend the current zoning to make it consistent with the existing residential land use. The existing single-family and 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 goal is to ensure that property owners are better positioned to sell or refinance their property in the future, should they choose to do so. Based on current information, the rezoning is not expected to have any negative impacts on the property, and property values are not expected to be affected.
Zoning/Plat Case History:
All of the lots in Wanda Park were annexed into the City limits on September 10, 1951. Staff is unable to determine the date the zoning classification was changed.
Character of the Area:
North: Developed residential property zoned “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District)
South: Developed commercial property zoned “B-5” (Business District)
East: A religious institution zoned “B-5” (Business District)
West: Developed commercial property zoned “B-5” (Business District)
Future Land Use Map Analysis:
The properties are located within the ‘Infill & Enhance’ (IE) area on the Growth Sector Map and designated as ‘Traditional Neighborhood’ (TN) on the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) of the Killeen 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
The Growth Sector Map indicates that these parcels are in the ‘Infill & Enhance’ sector and as such, have existing development and full service, but are located in areas where additional population, higher development intensities, and integration of uses is desired. This sector is primarily located in downtown and the neighborhoods immediately around it. Growth policies for this area should support infill, redevelopment, and infrastructure projects. These projects should accommodate more residents and small businesses while improving walkability.
The ‘Traditional Neighborhood’ place type recreates the pre-suburban development pattern with smaller lots, smaller setbacks, shorter blocks, diverse housing typologies and a mix of uses. Though it is not required for uses to always be mixed within the same building, it is important to note that large single use developments (such as large multiplex apartments or retail centers with large land area devoted to parking) do not suit traditional neighborhoods. Uses should be pedestrian in nature as mixed-use neighborhoods are places where residents can live, shop, work, and gather and access all of these activities largely on foot. Buildings should be generally limited to three stories, though four is acceptable along avenues and higher intensity roadways. This place type encourages fifty percent (50%) nonresidential and eighty percent (80%) 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 redevelopment that contributes to broader neighborhood improvements. Additionally, staff finds the proposed rezoning is consistent with the surrounding area, which consists of a mix of residential and commercial properties and religious institutions.
Development Zone Analysis:
These properties are located within the City of Killeen Development Zone #1, which is generally situated north of Veterans Memorial Boulevard and west of WS Young Drive. This development zone is comprised of approximately 66.38% residential uses and 33.17% commercial uses. Overall, the current land use mix in the surrounding area includes approximately 1.36 acres (0.13%) of Special Districts, 667.36 acres (66.25%) of Residential, 58.91 acres (5.85%) of Industrial, 275.23 acres (27.32%) of Commercial, and 0.04 acres (0.45%) of Agricultural uses, for a total of approximately 1,007.39 acres. In addition, vacant property accounts for approximately 118 acres, or 11.71% 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 is available to the properties via an existing 6-inch water distribution main located in Wood Avenue.
Wastewater service is available to the properties via an existing 10-inch wastewater main located in rear easements on each lot.
There is no existing drainage infrastructure adjacent to the property.
Transportation and Thoroughfare Plan:
Existing Conditions: Access for the properties is via Wood Avenue (55’ ROW), which is classified as a Local Street in the currently adopted Comprehensive Plan. No increase in traffic is expected to be generated as a result of this zoning classification change.
A traffic impact analysis is not required since these are existing residential structures, and no new construction is anticipated at this 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 property is 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 48027C0280E 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 property. No visual evidence of other environmental impediments is apparent on the properties at this time.
Public Notification:
Before public notification, the six (6) property owners were provided with a consent form to authorize the request.
Staff notified property owners of seventy-two (72) 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-5” (Business District), have existing single-family and two-family residential structures, and are considered legal non-conforming. The surrounding area includes residential and commercial properties and religious institutions. 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-5” (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 4-0.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
The Planning and Legal staff have reviewed this item.
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