Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting July 21, 2026, @ 05:30 pm

The City of Socorro Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on July 21, 2026, focusing primarily on land use and zoning matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a replat with variance requests for McAdoo Acres, allowing reduced front and rear yard setbacks, and the approval of a preliminary and final plat for Reyes Estates with a waiver for storm drainage and soil analysis to be submitted at building permit stage. The commission also considered and approved a rezoning request from single-family to medium density residential with a staff recommendation to limit development to a duplex instead of a triplex. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to reviewing and recommending the adoption of a comprehensive Unified Development Code (UDC) to replace existing development regulations. The UDC aims to consolidate zoning, land use, subdivision, and development standards, including provisions for data centers, warehousing, and logistics facilities. Commissioners expressed concerns about the document's length and complexity but ultimately voted to recommend its approval to the City Council, with the understanding that further questions and amendments could be addressed during the council review. Updates were also provided on several capital improvement projects, including the Moon Road Complete Streets Project, Paso Del Norte Trail design, and bridge replacements, with bid documents under legal review and construction planned for upcoming seasons. The meeting concluded with procedural motions and adjournment.