San Antonio Planning Commission Meeting - June 10, 2026

The San Antonio Planning Commission met on June 10, 2026, to consider a combined consent agenda and a separate hearing on a rezoning petition for a small-scale housing development using shipping containers. The commission voted to approve the rezoning over staff's recommendation for denial.

Consent Calendar

• The commission approved a combined consent agenda (items 1–12, excluding item 13) with a unanimous vote. Commissioner [name from transcript] recused themselves from items 1, 3, and 7. All other commissioners were present.

Public Comments & Testimony

• No members of the public signed up to speak during the meeting. Staff reported receiving several emails regarding Item 13, with some in support and some in opposition.

Discussion Items

• Item 13: Rezoning Petition for 1416 Veracruz – Applicant Mark Guerra (representing West Access Viviendas) requested a rezoning from R4 to EDC-4 to allow three dwelling units in two shipping containers on a 1,400-square-foot lot. The units would be approximately 160 square feet each, with a target rent of about $600 per month. Staff recommended denial, citing inconsistency with the existing residential zoning density and potential negative impacts on neighborhood character. The applicant argued that the development would provide affordable housing and would be designed aesthetically. Commissioner questions focused on affordability metrics, parking (two spaces provided for three units, below the required 50% ratio), and the long-term rental nature of the units. The applicant stated the units would be long-term rentals.

Key Outcomes

• Vote on Item 13: The commission voted 6–3 to approve the rezoning petition. Voting yes: Commissioners Sanchez, Sigull, Suki, Lopez, Cooper, and Miller. Voting no: Commissioners Wallerstein, Bustamante, and Cherpeck. The motion was made and seconded by commissioners (specific names not clearly identified in transcript). The motion passed.
• No director's report was presented.