Fort Worth Zoning Commission Public Hearing - June 10, 2026

The Fort Worth Zoning Commission held a public hearing on June 10, 2026, at 1:08 PM. The meeting covered nine zoning cases, including approvals, one denial, one withdrawal, and two continuances. All votes were recorded with roll call. The meeting adjourned at 2:17 PM.

Consent Calendar

• The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting with a 9-0 vote.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Case ZC-26-022 (organic recycler): Judy Harman from Scenic Fort Worth spoke in opposition, citing concerns about noise, environmental impact on the nearby Fort Worth Nature Center, and the site's location on a scenic corridor. She requested scientific evidence on noise and a more sensitive development.
• Case ZC-26-022: Jared from the Fort Worth Nature Center provided testimony on the risks of pest and disease introduction, referencing a past emerald ash borer infestation from a neighboring property that cost the city significant resources. He noted the site is about 200 yards from a major trailhead and raised concerns about noise and invasive species.

Discussion Items

• Case ZC-25-183R (withdrawal): Staff introduced this case to clarify parking spaces. The applicant submitted a revised site plan meeting the required 34 parking spaces, eliminating the need for a development waiver. The commission accepted the withdrawal without objection.
• Case SP-26-008 (site plan amendment for auto repair): Applicant Jake Petrie explained the amendment to correct errors in the previously approved plan for a car wash and auto repair use. Changes included reducing bay doors from seven to five, adding a 10-foot sidewalk, and removing auto detail use per neighborhood association request. The commission praised the applicant's cooperation and approved unanimously 9-0.
• Case ZC-26-022 (organic recycler with CUP): Applicant Tim Sanson presented plans for a retail landscape supply and organic recycling center at 7640 Jacksborough Highway. He noted the site is over 700 feet from the nearest home and surrounded by industrial uses and highway. He stated support from the Scenic Shores Neighborhood Association and that the wood grinding operation would be limited to one to two days per month. He offered to accept restrictions on grinding days or a three-year permit. Opposition focused on noise, environmental risks to the nature center, and land use compatibility. Commissioners expressed concerns about pest introduction, citing the nature center's past costly infestation. A motion to deny passed 7-2.
• Case ZC-26-055 (residential rezoning): Applicant Mary Nell Poole requested rezoning from AG Agricultural and A21 One Family Residential to A5 One Family Residential to add two parcels to a planned single-family development, increasing potential lots from 166 to approximately 200. No opposition. Approved unanimously 9-0.
• Case ZC-26-061 (hospital campus rezoning): Applicant Anthony Milbitz requested a change from AG Agricultural to CF Community Facilities to match surrounding hospital campus uses. No opposition. Approved unanimously 9-0.
• Case ZC-26-062 (industrial rezoning): Applicant Ray O'Jeski requested a change from AG Agricultural, C Medium Density Multifamily, and G Intensive Commercial to I Light Industrial for a development consistent with the future land use plan. No opposition. Approved unanimously 9-0.
• Case ZC-26-063 (oil change facility with CUP): Applicant Kurt Overmeyer requested a conditional use permit for an oil change facility with a development waiver for bay doors facing residential. Commissioners noted noise concerns but found the use compatible with neighboring uses. Approved unanimously 9-0.
• Case ZC-26-065 and ZC-26-067 (FWISD rezoning): Fort Worth ISD requested rezoning to CF Community Facilities for two properties at 1419 College Avenue and 1405 Alston Avenue, both with historic overlay. No applicant was present. Commissioners noted the zoning change was appropriate. Both approved unanimously 9-0.
• Case ZC-26-070 (event space rezoning): Applicant Dr. Newcomb requested a change from CF Community Facilities to E Neighborhood Commercial to operate an event space in a former Masonic Lodge. Commissioners expressed concern that the broad E zoning could allow undesirable future uses (e.g., gas stations, restaurants) if the property is sold. Discussion included a possible continuance for the applicant to work with staff and the neighborhood on a more restrictive zoning or a conditional use permit. The applicant agreed to a continuance. Motion to continue to the July 2026 meeting passed 8-1 (Commissioner Pierce voted no).
• Case ZC-26-071 (industrial rezoning to Planned Development): Applicant requested a continuance to the next meeting to prepare a Planned Development (PD) after discussions with the community and council member. No opposition. Motion to continue passed unanimously 9-0.

Key Outcomes

• Case ZC-25-183R: Withdrawn by staff after applicant met parking requirements.
• Case SP-26-008: Approved (9-0).
• Case ZC-26-022: Denied (7-2).
• Case ZC-26-055: Approved (9-0).
• Case ZC-26-061: Approved (9-0).
• Case ZC-26-062: Approved (9-0).
• Case ZC-26-063: Approved (9-0).
• Case ZC-26-065: Approved (9-0).
• Case ZC-26-067: Approved (9-0).
• Case ZC-26-070: Continued to July 2026 meeting (8-1).
• Case ZC-26-071: Continued to July 2026 meeting (9-0).