Fort Worth Zoning Commission Meeting – May 13, 2026

The Fort Worth Zoning Commission met on May 13, 2026, at 7:15 PM to consider a lengthy agenda of zoning cases, including several high‑profile applications involving industrial, mixed‑use, and conditional use permits. The meeting featured robust debate on the compatibility of proposed developments with surrounding residential neighborhoods, traffic impacts, and the need for economic development. Key decisions included approval of a light industrial PD with extensive use restrictions near a residential area, approval of a controversial car wash in Edgecliff Village after a reconsideration vote, and denial of a light industrial rezoning in a southeast neighborhood.

Consent Calendar

• Approval of Previous Minutes: The minutes from the April 2026 meeting were approved unanimously (10‑0).

Public Comments & Testimony

• ZC‑26‑042 (Armor Road / I‑20): Two residents opposed the light industrial component of the mixed‑use PD, citing concerns about truck traffic, impacts on Walsh Ranch families, and a desire to keep industrial uses south of I‑20. One speaker became emotional, emphasizing the pastoral character of the land.
• ZC‑26‑048 (Alta Mesa Boulevard Car Wash): Three opponents – representing the Hallmark Camelette Highland Terrace Neighborhood Association, Edgecliff Village’s city administrator, and the mayor – objected to the automated car wash. They cited noise, diminished property values, existing oversupply of car washes, and potential late‑night activity. The applicant later offered to install a sound wall and enhanced landscaping.
• ZC‑25‑026 (East Loop 820 / Barrie Street): A resident whose home backs directly onto the proposed McDonald’s drive‑through expressed concerns about noise, lighting, and loitering. The applicant responded with a noise study, adaptive sound technology, and a commitment to move the dumpster away from the property line.
• All other cases had no opposition speakers.

Discussion Items

• ZC‑26‑039 (2801 NW Loop 820): Applicant sought light industrial PD with increased setbacks (90 ft southwest, 80 ft southeast), 35% open space, and exclusion of 17 uses (incl. data centers, correctional facilities, bars). The site adjoins previously approved industrial and is near Cabalito del Mar HOA, which offered support. Commissioners noted the improved compatibility and approved after adding a site‑plan requirement.
• ZC‑26‑042 (Armor Road / I‑20 – Two tracts): Track 1 (60 acres) zoned G‑Intensive Commercial, Track 2 (124 acres) zoned PD allowing commercial, light industrial, and multiple residential types (max 2,000 multifamily units). Data centers were excluded. Opposition focused on the light industrial component, but supporters argued it would generate tax base and jobs while limiting city services. Traffic impact fees would fund road improvements on Farmer Road. Approved 10‑0.
• SB‑26‑006 (15801 Championship Parkway): Amendment to PD 1432 to substitute 11 townhome‑style buildings with 3‑story multifamily flats, increasing units from 352 to 396. The developer noted better alignment with current market conditions and maintained setbacks from the golf course. Commissioners questioned density but acknowledged market realities and added open space. Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑013 (Irma Park – Senior Affordable Housing): Adaptive reuse of a historic church into 84 senior (55+) affordable units. Requests include waivers for rear yard setback, parking reduction (93 spaces instead of more), and elimination of street‑oriented entries. The project received unanimous support from ACLC and UDC. Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑043 (Old FM 156 – Industrial ETJ Annexation): Three tracts requesting Light and Heavy Industrial with Airport Overlay. No opposition. Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑044 (Old Weatherford Road – Holy Redeemer Parish): Annexation and rezoning to Community Facilities for an existing church. No opposition. Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑048 (1800 Alta Mesa – Bubble Bath Car Wash CUP): Highly controversial. Despite offers of sound mitigation and security, initial motion to approve failed 5‑5. A motion to reconsider carried 9‑1, then a new motion to approve passed 9‑1. The final approval did not include additional landscaping conditions, though the commission noted the applicant’s willingness to cooperate.
• ZC‑26‑049 (5700 Lenore Street): Cleanup case to rezone from Neighborhood Commercial to Two‑Family Residential to match adjacent uses. No opposition. Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑052 (648 East Bonds Ranch Road): Cleanup case rezoned from AG to Light Industrial to match adjacent H‑E‑B‑owned property. No opposition. Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑053 (1400 block Marion Avenue): Request to rezone from A5 to Light Industrial for outdoor equipment storage. Staff recommended denial. Commissioners expressed concern about placing industrial next to existing and future homes in District 8, despite 14 letters of support from nearby owners. Motion to deny passed 10‑0.
• CC‑26‑054 (115 NW 25th Street – Stockyards Parking Garage): Conditional use permit to replace a surface lot with a 4‑story, 300‑space parking garage with ground‑floor commercial. The applicant, M.L. Franklins, presented renderings that blend with the historic district. Stockyards Inc. design review committee recommended approval. No opposition. Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑25‑026 (3812 East Loop 820 South – McDonald’s Drive‑Through PD): Request to modify MU1 standards to allow a drive‑through with reduced setbacks and parking in front. Applicant argued the site is constrained by TxDOT right‑of‑way and that a national brand would catalyze redevelopment. After discussion about dumpster placement, fence location, and lighting, the motion to approve included a requirement for a site plan (to be finalized). Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑057 (Text Amendment – Chapter 218 Residential): City‑initiated amendment to allow mixed‑use residential and multifamily in commercial and form‑based districts per state law. No discussion. Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑058 (Text Amendment – Historic Designation Procedures): City‑initiated amendment clarifying that the Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission is the sole recommending body for historic designations. No discussion. Approved 10‑0.

Key Outcomes

• ZC‑26‑039 (NW Loop 820 – Industrial PD): Approved 10‑0 with a site‑plan requirement and exclusion of 17 uses.
• ZC‑26‑042 (Armor Road – Mixed‑Use PD): Approved 10‑0 as requested.
• SB‑26‑006 (Championship Parkway – Multifamily Amendment): Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑013 (Irma Park – Senior Housing): Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑043 (Old FM 156 – Industrial Annexation): Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑044 (Holy Redeemer Parish – CF Zoning): Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑048 (Alta Mesa Car Wash CUP): Initial vote failed 5‑5; reconsideration granted 9‑1; approval 9‑1 (Commissioner McCoy dissenting).
• ZC‑26‑049 (Lenore Street – Residential Cleanup): Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑052 (Bonds Ranch Road – Industrial Cleanup): Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑053 (Marion Avenue – Industrial Denial): Denied 10‑0.
• CC‑26‑054 (Stockyards Parking Garage): Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑25‑026 (Barrie Street McDonald’s PD): Approved 10‑0 with direction to finalize site plan.
• ZC‑26‑057 (Text Amendment – Chapter 218): Approved 10‑0.
• ZC‑26‑058 (Text Amendment – Historic Procedures): Approved 10‑0.
• CC‑26‑056 was withdrawn.

All recommended cases will be heard at the June 9 City Council meeting unless otherwise noted.