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Hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance on behalf of Kailles Projects Limited Liability Company 1401 Mulford Street Series and Berta P Nolasco (Case# Z26-12) to rezone approximately 0.144 of an acre, out of H O’Neal Survey, Abstract 645, from “B-3” (Local Business District) to “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District); and Lot 1, Block 1, Mulford Addition, from “B-3” (Local Business District) to “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District). The subject properties are locally addressed as 1401 and 1411 Mulford Street, Killeen, Texas.
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DATE: August 18, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, Interim City Manager
FROM: Wallis Meshier, Exec. Direct. Of Dev. Serv.
SUBJECT: Zoning Case #Z26-12: “B-3” to “R-1” and “R-2”
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
Property Information:
Property Owner: Two (2) individual property owners
Agent: City-initiated request
Current Zoning: “B-3” (Local Business District)
Proposed Zoning: “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District) and “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 two (2) properties from “B-3” (Local Business District) to “R-1” (Single-Family Residential District) and “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District). This request aims to amend the properties’ current zoning to make it consistent with the existing single-family residential land use. The existing homes are considered legal non-conforming and therefore subject to Killeen Code of Ordinances Sec. 31-54, which states that a nonconforming 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 nonconforming 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 properties, nor are property values expected to be affected.
Zoning/Plat Case History:
The subject properties are located in a historic area of North Killeen, and were annexed into the City limits in December 1919. The property at 1401 Mulford is platted as Lot 1, Block 1, in the Mulford Addition, which was recorded in November 2019. The property at 1411 Mulford is not platted. Staff is unable to determine the date when the zoning for the properties was designated.
Character of the Area:
North: Developed residential property zoned “R-3” (Multifamily Residential District)
South: Developed commercial property zoned “B-4” (Business District) & “R-3” (Multifamily Residential District)
East: Developed residential property zoned “R-3” (Multifamily Residential District)
West: Developed commercial property zoned “B-3” (Local 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 identifies the area as ‘Infill & Enhance’ which includes developed areas with public services where additional population, higher intensities, and integration of uses is desired. This sector is primarily located in downtown and the adjacent neighborhoods. Growth policies for this area should support infill and redevelopment, with infrastructure projects designed to accommodate more residents and small businesses while improving walkability.
The Future Land Use Map identifies this area as a ‘Traditional Neighborhood’, which is characterized by a pre-suburban development pattern with smaller lots, shorter blocks, and diverse housing styles. The mix of uses in these neighborhoods enable adaptability to suit the changing needs of the residents. This place type recommends up to 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 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 established single-family residential development and reflects the intended land use pattern for the Residential Mix place type.
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 tracts.
Water services are available for the tract located at 1401 Mulford Street via an existing 6” water distribution main located in Mulford Street. and a 12” water transmission main located in East Dean Avenue.
Water services are available for the tract located at 1411 Mulford Street via an existing 2” water distribution main located in Mulford Street.
Wastewater services are available for the tracts via an existing 6” wastewater main located in East Dean Avenue.
An existing storm sewer inlet and associated piping is located on the southeast corner of the tract located at 1401 Mulford Street.
Transportation and Thoroughfare Plan:
Access to both properties is via Mulford Street and East Dean Avenue, both of which have a 50-foot-wide right-of-way and are classified as a Residential Streets in the currently adopted Comprehensive Plan.
No 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 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 tracts are in the Nolan Creek / Leon River Watershed. The tracts are located in Zone X Unshaded (0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard Area), per Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Map 48027C0115E with effective date September 26, 2008.
The tracts 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 tracts at this time.
Public Notification:
Before public notification, the two (2) property owners were provided with a consent form to authorize the request.
Staff notified property owners of seventy (70) 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), contain existing single-family residential structures, and are considered legal non-conforming. The surrounding area consists primarily of developed single-family and two-family residential uses. 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 is maintained by the City. Maintenance costs 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-1” (Single-Family Residential District) and “R-2” (Two-Family Residential District) as presented.
At their regular meeting on July 13, 2026, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request by a vote of 6 to 0.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Planning
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