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Hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance submitted by Central Texas Land Development Services, Inc., on behalf of Clear Creek Commercial, Ltd. and Clear Creek Development, Ltd., (Case# Z26-05) to rezone approximately 3.25 acres, being Lots 1-7 and part of Lot 8, Block 1, Clear Creek Estates, Phase I; and approximately 1.746 acres out of the T. Robinett Survey, Abstract No. 686 from “B-5” (Business District) to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District). The subject properties are locally addressed as 4603, 4605, 4607, 4701, 4703, 4705, and 4707 Barrington Trail; and 5201 West Stan Schlueter Loop, Killeen, Texas.
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DATE: April 7, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Wallis Meshier, Exec. Dir. Of Dev. Serv.
SUBJECT: Zoning Case # Z26-05: “B-5” to “R-2”
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
Property Information:
Property Owner: Clear Creek Commercial Ltd. and Clear Creek Development, Ltd.
Agent: Central Texas Land Development Services
Current Zoning: “B-5” (Business District)
Proposed Zoning: “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District)
FLUM Designation: ‘Residential Mix’ (RM)
Growth Sector Designation: ‘Intended Growth’ (IG) and ‘Neighborhood Infill’ (NI)
Summary of Request:
A request has been submitted to rezone the subject properties to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) to allow for future “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) development. If approved, the properties will be required to be subdivided prior to development.
Zoning/Plat Case History:
The subject properties were annexed into the City limits in 1999 pursuant to Ordinance Nos. 99-61 (August 10, 1999) and 99-84 (October 19, 1999). Clear Creek Estates Phase I was platted in 1999 and developed as a residential subdivision. The subject properties include Lots 1-7 and part of Lot 8, Block 1, Clear Creek Estates, Phase I, along with an adjacent tract out of the T. Robinett Survey, Abstract No. 686. Lots 1-7 were never developed and part of Lot 8 was replatted into right of way for John David Drive.
In 2003, City Council approved a rezoning of approximately 15.464 acres along the Clear Creek Road and W. Stan Schlueter Loop corridor, currently off Dayton Drive, from “B-3” (Local Business District) to “B-5” (Business District) via Ordinance No. 03-027 (May 27, 2003). This action reflected a broader policy direction at the time to accommodate higher-intensity commercial development along the corridor.
In 2004, portions of the Clear Creek Estates frontage along Barrington Trail north of W. Stan Schlueter Loop were rezoned from “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) to “B-5” (Business District) via Ordinance No. 04-066 (August 24, 2004). The rezoning was requested to allow for commercial development along the Stan Schlueter Loop corridor. As a result of this action, the subject properties are currently zoned “B-5” (Business District).
On January 20, 2026, the City Council approved a Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment, via Ordinance No. 26-006, to change the designation from ‘Regional Commercial’ to a ‘Residential Mix’.
Character of the Area:
North: Developed residential property zoned “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) and
undeveloped property zoned “B-5” (Business District)
South: Developed commercial property zoned “B-3” (Local Business District) and City of Killeen Pump Station zoned “B-5” (Business District)
East: Developed residential property zoned “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) and undeveloped “B-5” (Business District)
West: Developed and undeveloped commercial property zoned “B-5” (Business District)
Future Land Use Map Analysis:
The subject properties are located within the ‘Neighborhood Infill’ (NI) and ‘Intended Growth’ (IG) areas on the Growth Sector Map and are designated as ‘Residential Mix’ (RM) on the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) of the Killeen 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
The Growth Sector Map indicates that these parcels are within both the ‘Neighborhood Infill’ and ‘Intended Growth’ sectors. The Neighborhood Infill sector includes areas of the city that are already developed and have access to city services and infrastructure, but contain vacant, underutilized, or poorly developed properties. Growth policies for this sector encourage development and redevelopment that provides incremental increases in density, while matching existing neighborhood character and improving walkable access to nearby businesses and amenities. The Intended Growth sector includes properties that are in close proximity to existing development and have access to existing or planned infrastructure. Development in this sector should align with the broader goals of the Comprehensive Plan, particularly those related to diversifying housing types and neighborhood options within the city.
The ‘Residential Mix’ place type creates neighborhoods built with a traditional walkable block and street network that allows for a flexible mix of residential building typologies. Aside from large multiplex garden apartments, most housing types are encouraged within this place type. This includes uses such as single-family detached homes, townhouses, and small-plex residential development (two- to four-unit buildings). The Residential Mix designation envisions a predominantly residential environment, while allowing limited nonresidential uses to support neighborhood-scale activity. This place type encourages a twenty-five percent (25%) nonresidential and ninety-five percent (95%) residential use mix.
The request supports the following Comprehensive Plan recommendations:
▪ LU3 - Encourage incremental evolution of neighborhoods.
▪ NH3 - Diversify housing mix.
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:
The subject properties are located within the City of Killeen Development Zone #4, which is generally situated west of Fort Hood Street and north of West Stan Schlueter Loop. This development zone is characterized by a mix of residential and commercial uses, with approximately 44.81 percent residential uses and 55.19 percent commercial uses. 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 tracts.
Water services are available for parcel 371134 via an existing 6” water distribution main located on the western side of Dayton Drive and an existing 6” water distribution main located on
the southern side of John David Dr.
Water services are available for parcels 230710, 230709, 230708, 230707, 230706,
230705, & 230703 via an existing 8” water distribution main located on the eastern side of
Barrington Trail.
An existing 12” water transmission main is located along the southern boundary of parcels 371134 and 230703 on the north side of West Stan Schlueter Loop.
Wastewater services are available for parcel 371134 via an existing 6” wastewater main located on the eastern side of Dayton Drive and an existing 6” wastewater main located on the
northern side of John David Drive.
Wastewater services are available for parcels 230710, 230709, 230708, 230707, 230706, 230705, & 230703 via an existing 6” wastewater main located on the western side of Barrington Trail.
Unknown storm sewer infrastructure exists along the northern ROW of West Stan Schlueter Loop, which may serve parcels 371134 and 230703.
No existing drainage infrastructure is adjacent to the remaining properties.
Transportation and Thoroughfare Plan:
Access for parcel 371134 is via West Stan Schlueter Loop (135’ ROW - Minor Arterial), Dayton Drive (50’ ROW - Local Road), and John David Drive (50’ ROW - Local Road).
Access for parcel 230703 is via West Stan Schlueter Loop (135’ ROW - Minor Arterial) and Barrington Trail (50’ ROW - Local Road).
Access for parcels 230709, 230708, 230707, 230706, 230705, & 230703 is via Barrington Trail (50’ ROW - Local Road).
Access for parcel 230710 is via Barrington Trail (50’ ROW - Local Road) and John David Drive (50’ ROW - Local Road).
No appreciable increase in traffic is expected to be generated as a result of this zoning classification change.
PARKS AND PROPOSED TRAIL PLAN:
There are no proposed parks or trails located on this site. The assessment of parkland dedication and fees shall occur at the time of plat recordation.
§ Parkland Dedication: 1 acre per 67 dwelling units (single-family or duplexes) would apply by Code
§ Fees-In-Lieu of Parkland Dedication: $750.00 per dwelling unit
§ Park Development Fees: $ 450.00 per dwelling unit
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:
Staff notified property owners of forty-two (42) 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) and are currently undeveloped. The surrounding area includes developed 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 the approval of the applicant’s request to rezone the property from “B-5” (Business District) to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) as presented.
At their regular meeting on February 23, 2026, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request as presented by a vote of 6 to 0.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
The Planning and Legal staff have reviewed this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Maps
Site Photos
Minutes
Ordinance
Letter of Request
Presentation