City of Socorro

The meeting included discussions and action on the approval of a replat for the Aldama Estates Replat D subdivision, located at 11033 Sunny Brook Lane. The staff recommended approval of the replat. Additionally, there were planning and zoning commissioners and department reports. The meeting was then adjourned.

The board addressed several variance requests, including a request to allow a 2,400 ft accessory structure exceeding 50% of the principal structure, which was tabled for the next meeting. Another request involved a reduced front yard setback of 19 ft and a reduced rear yard setback of 11 ft, which was approved. Additionally, the board discussed a request for a reduced front yard setback of 15t 66 in instead of the 20 ft setback requirement.

The meeting included a public comment portion where several speakers addressed the council. Topics included concerns about the Arterial One project, its potential impact on the community, and its benefits to the city's residents. There was also discussion about the city's ETJ and its relation to Arterial One. The council recognized Cafe Coal as the small business of the quarter, highlighting its contribution to the community and its representation of the city's culture and history.

The meeting included discussions and actions regarding proposed amendments to the city's master plan and rezoning. A public hearing was held for a commercial venture, involving the rezoning of specific lots. Another public hearing and subsequent discussion focused on a proposed amendment and rezoning for a residential area, specifically concerning the transition from single-family to medium-density residential zoning, with considerations for existing structures and neighborhood character.

The meeting included discussions and actions regarding a proposed amendment to the city's master plan and rezoning of specific lots. This involved changing the zoning from general commercial and heavy industrial to industrial commercial mixed-use developments, along with considering variances for front setbacks and parking reduction. The commission also addressed traffic impact analysis, parking standards, and setback requirements, ensuring compliance and minimal impact on surrounding areas.