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Hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance submitted by Central Texas Land Development Services, on behalf of Linda L. Cosper, (Case# Z25-27) to rezone approximately 0.23 acres out of the E. Lasere Survey, Abstract No. 528 (also known as Lots 6-8 and part of Lot 5 out of the Llewelyn Estates #3 unrecorded subdivision) from “B-5” (Business District) to “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District). The subject property is locally addressed as 4100 South WS Young Drive, Killeen, Texas.
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DATE: October 21, 2025
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Wallis Meshier, Exec. Dir. Of Dev. Serv.
SUBJECT: Zoning Case # Z25-27: “B-5” to “R-1”
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
Property Information:
Property Owner: Linda L. Cosper
Agent: Central Texas Land Development Services
Current Zoning: “B-5” (Business District)
Proposed Zoning: “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District)
FLUM Designation: ‘Neighborhood Commercial’ (NC)
Growth Sector Designation: ‘Intended Growth’
Summary of Request:
Central Texas Land Development Services has submitted a request to rezone approximately 0.23 acre from “B-5” (Business District) to “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District). The subject property is currently in the process of being replatted in order to enlarge the existing single-family lot at 4203 Onion Road. The intent of this request is to rezone the rear portion of the replatted lot to conform with the single-family residential use of the property.
Zoning/Plat Case History:
The subject property was annexed into the City limits in December 1986, via Ordinance No. 86-87, and subsequently zoned “A” (Agricultural District). The properties were rezoned from “A” (Agricultural District) to “B-5” (Business District) in 1994, via Ordinance No. 94-04. Lot 2, Block 1, Braedon Creek Addition Second Extension, is currently being replatted to include the area that is being rezoned.
Character of the Area:
North: Undeveloped property zoned “B-5” (Business District)
South: Developed property zoned “B-5” (Business District)
East: Developed property zoned “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District)
West: Undeveloped property directly abutting the property zoned “B-5” (Business District) and “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District) on the west side of S. W.S. Young.
Future Land Use Map Analysis:
This property is located within the ‘Intended Growth’ area on the Growth Sector Map and designated as ‘Neighborhood Commercial’ on the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) of the 2022 Comprehensive Plan.
The ‘Intended Growth’ sector includes property that is in close proximity to existing development and has access to existing or planned infrastructure. Development in this sector should align with the Big Ideas of this plan, particularly those related to diversifying the housing and neighborhood options in the city.
The ‘Neighborhood Commercial’ place type is a predominantly commercial extension of a traditional neighborhood. These places generally grow along with a neighborhood and need to be allowed to change over time to intensify as its surrounding neighborhood does. These are placed along a corridor of some kind, often a higher traffic roadway that serves as the edge of a neighborhood. These areas bridge pedestrian and auto-oriented development patterns. Street parking and continuous building frontages are very important here as it creates a pleasant experience for people who traverse the area on foot. Shared parking should be encouraged. High intensity small lot residential is acceptable within this place type. This place type encourages one hundred percent (100%) nonresidential and twenty-five percent (25%) residential use mix.
The request supports or furthers the following Comprehensive Plan recommendations:
§ NH3 - Diversify housing mix.
Staff finds that the applicant’s request for “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District) aligns with the recommendations of the Killeen 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
Development Zone Analysis:
This property is located within the City of Killeen Development Zone #6. This development zone is between Stagecoach Road and Central Texas Expressway, east of Fort Hood Street. This development zone consists of 65.76% residential uses and 34.24% commercial uses.
The current land use mix within this area comprises the following acreages and percentages, approximately:
District Acres Percentage
Special Districts 150.77 3.52%
Residential 2666.93 62.25%
Industrial 102.99 2.40%
Commercial 1312.54 30.63%
Agricultural 51.34 1.20%
Totals 4284.56 100.00%
Vacant Land 1175.75 27.44%
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 the property via an existing 12” water transmission main located on the east side of Onion Road.
Wastewater services are available for the property via an existing 6” wastewater main located on the west side of Onion Road.
No storm sewer facilities are located adjacent to the property.
Transportation and Thoroughfare Plan:
Access to the property is via Onion Road (60’ ROW), which is classified as a Local Road in the currently adopted Comprehensive Plan.
Traffic Impact Analysis Summary:
The current zoning classification for the property located at 4100 WS Young Drive, which is zoned “B-5” (Business District), is currently undeveloped and generates no appreciable traffic.
The proposed zoning classification for the property and a small portion of an adjacent property
is “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District) with no proposed change to the existing use. Based on the information contained in the 10th Edition of the ITE Trip Generation documents and the anticipated proposed use of the property, approximately 30 Average Daily Trips will be generated by the tract.
An individual traffic impact analysis is not required at this time. If the conditions or assumptions used in the development of the current Traffic Impact are changed, a change in determination may be warranted at that time.
PARKS AND PROPOSED TRAIL PLAN:
There are no proposed parks or trails on the properties. Parkland dedication, fees in-lieu-of parkland dedication, and parkland development fees will not be required, as this request involves existing lots, and the proposed use would not increase residential density.
Environmental Assessment:
The property is located in the Nolan Creek / Leon River Watershed, in Zone X (Outside the 0.2% Annual Change Flood Hazard), per Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Map 48027C0280E with effective date September 26, 2008.
The property is not impacted by wetland areas according to the National Wetlands Inventory Map. No visual evidence of other environmental impediments is apparent on the property at this time.
Public Notification:
Staff notified property owners of thirty-four (34) surrounding properties regarding this request. As of the date of this staff report, no responses have been received regarding this request.
Staff Findings:
The property is undeveloped, but there is an existing single-family residential structure abutting the property; the property where the home is located is appropriately zoned for residential use. The proposed lot expansion into the adjacent parcel is a logical and practical step to improve lot size, enhance usability, and support long-term residential viability.
Expanding the lot into the adjacent parcel represents a logical and practical step toward improving lot size, enhancing usability, and supporting the long-term viability of these residential properties.
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 applicant’s amended request to rezone the subject property from “B-5” (Business District) to “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District).
At their regular meeting on September 8, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the applicant’s amended request by a vote of 5 to 0.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
This item has been reviewed by the Planning and Legal staff.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Maps
Site Photos
Minutes
Ordinance
Letter of Request
Presentation