San Antonio Zoning Commission Meeting – March 17, 2026

The San Antonio Zoning Commission held a regularly noticed meeting on March 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Chair John Bustamante (District 5) presided. The commission acted on multiple zoning cases, including a consent agenda, continuances, and two individual hearing items. The meeting concluded at 2:16 PM.

Consent Calendar

• Items 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, and 16 were approved as a block (motion by Commissioner Huey, second by Commissioner Hinohosa, unanimous roll call). Each item is a request for change of zoning with specific conditions where noted.
  • Item 5: 7701 Broadway Street – Change from C2 to IDZ2 (uses permitted in C2). 219 notices mailed, 1 in favor, 13 opposed. Oak Park Northwood in favor, San Antonio District 1 Residents Association gave no response.
  • Item 7: 3610 Speedway Run – Change from BP to I1S with specific use authorization for outside storage (screening required). Applicant agreed to condition: no outside storage of sand. 16 notices mailed, 0 in favor, 0 opposed.
  • Item 8: 5210 Sherry Ann Road – Change from R5 to C2 CD with conditional use for construction contractor facility (fence height up to 8 ft). 15 notices, 1 in favor, 0 opposed.
  • Item 9: 7271 Worspoke Road – Change from C2NA, C2, C3 to C3. 75 notices, 0 in favor, 0 opposed.
  • Item 10: 10781 South Samora Street – Change from FR to C2. 42 notices, 0 in favor, 0 opposed.
  • Item 12: 2747 South WW White Road – Change with specific use authorization for wireless communication system. Applicant amended property to 0.2837 acres. 24 notices, 0 in favor, 0 opposed.
  • Item 14: 1001 Capitol Avenue – Change from C3NA to R4 CD with conditional use for two dwelling units. 20 notices, 1 in favor, 0 opposed. Beacon Hill Area Neighborhood Association in favor.
  • Item 15: 731 East Nottingham Drive – Change from NP8 to NP8 CD with conditional use for two dwelling units. 35 notices, 4 in favor, 0 opposed. Oak Park Northwood Neighborhood Association in favor.
  • Item 16: 311 Howard Street – Change from C1 to C2. 33 notices, 0 in favor, 0 opposed. Tobin Hill Neighborhood Association and San Antonio District 1 Residents Association gave no response.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Item 5: Brooke Jones (President, Chateau Dijon Homeowners Association Board) submitted a voicemail expressing support for the zoning change, stating it does not impact their easement or cause concerns.
• Item 14: Cynthia Walker (Chair, Beacon Hill Neighborhood Association Zoning Committee) submitted a voicemail in support, noting the down-zoning aligns with the Midtown Neighborhoods Plan.
• Item 11 (continuance): Drea Garza (owner at Mayfair condominiums, 430 4th Drive) spoke in opposition to the zoning change to IDZ1 (no parking), citing negative impact on street parking. She supported the continuance for further dialogue.
• Item 13 (continuance): Gwen van der Pool (speaker for item 13) was not present (called twice).
• Item 11 (voicemail): Janice Clayton (resident at 2420 McCullough, Apt 202) opposed the zoning change, citing insufficient parking alternatives and negative effects on residents.
• Item 11 (voicemail): Tony Garcia (on behalf of Monte Vista Historical Association) requested approval of continuance to allow applicant to address questions.

Discussion Items

• Item 3 (13406 Western Oak Dr): Request to change from C3NAS ERZD (specific use for electrical contractor) to C3NAS ERZD (specific use for construction contractor facility, screening required). Staff recommended denial, citing proximity to residential neighborhood and recommending C2 NACD as a buffer. The applicant (John Cooley) argued the use is consistent with existing commercial corridor. The site has been used similarly since 2001. No public comment. Staff noted the comprehensive plan (North Sector Plan, adopted 2010) designates the property as Suburban Tier, inconsistent with requested C3. The planning commission plan amendment hearing is set for March 25, 2026. Commissioner Duval raised concerns about the inconsistency affecting all similar lots. Commissioner Kelly made a motion to recommend approval with a friendly amendment by Commissioner Sipes to require downward facing lighting (accepted). Motion carried 11-0.
• Item 6 (7D95 Hurman Road): Request to change from R20 (conditional use for assisted living, 16 residents) to C2 NA (conditional use for construction contractor facility). Staff recommended denial, noting the existing residential character would be diminished and industrial encroachment. The applicant (Gus Gonzalez) argued the property is surrounded by commercial/industrial uses and that a residential use is no longer viable. No public comment. Commissioner Kelly noted the area is in transition and that the property was already demolished. Commissioner Duval suggested reaching out to the adjacent Flores family. Motion to recommend approval (Commissioner Kelly, second by Commissioner Pete Rodriguez) carried 11-0.

Key Outcomes

• Consent Agenda Approved: Items 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16 recommended for City Council approval with a six-month window.
• Continuances Granted:
  • Items 11, 13, 17, 18 continued to April 7, 2026 (motion by Commissioner Huey, second by Commissioner Kellum, unanimous).
  • Item 4 continued to April 21, 2026 (motion by Commissioner Losef, second by Commissioner Duval, unanimous).
• Item 3 Approved: Recommended approval of rezoning with condition for downward facing lighting.
• Item 6 Approved: Recommended approval of rezoning.
• Minutes Approved: Minutes from the March 3, 2026 meeting approved as submitted by acclamation.
• Director's Report: Announced a briefing on UDC amendments related to detention facilities will be added to the April 7, 2026 work session and public meeting. The voicemail system for public comment ends after this meeting, effective April 1, 2026.