Planning Commission 3-23-26

The City of San Angelo Planning Commission held a meeting on March 23, 2026, focusing on several zoning and development issues. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of planned developments for residential and commercial properties, with conditions addressing building permits, zoning compliance, lighting, and landscaping. The commission approved a rezoning request for a multifamily planned development at 620 East 43rd Street with limits on density and short-term rentals. Another agenda item involved rezoning and comprehensive plan amendments to allow self-storage units at 4657 and 4665 Boulevard, with conditions on building permits, landscaping, and privacy screening. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing proposed ordinance text amendments regulating data centers in light and heavy manufacturing zones, including conditional use processes, design standards, setbacks, noise, water use, and landscaping requirements. The commission debated the balance between attracting data center investments and protecting community resources, ultimately tabling the ordinance for further review and public input. Additional discussions covered modifications to the Land Development Standards Ordinance (LDSO) aimed at promoting affordable housing through changes in street widths, sidewalk requirements, and subdivision standards. The commission also reviewed proposals for new residential zoning districts to support affordable housing, including smaller lot sizes and allowances for industrialized housing. Lastly, amendments to mobile food unit regulations were considered to align with state laws and expand allowances in residential and commercial areas. The commission emphasized the need for further study and public engagement on complex zoning changes and scheduled a joint meeting with the city council for April 21, 2026, to continue deliberations.