City Council - 2026-03-18
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Meeting Summary
The Las Vegas City Council meeting on March 18, 2026 focused primarily on land use entitlements and development agreements. Key actions included approval of the first amendments to development agreements for the former Cashman and Grant Sawyer properties in Ward 5, which outline off-site improvement obligations. The council also approved several zoning variances and special use permits, including a coffee shop with alcohol service at 2747 North Rainbow Boulevard and a 65-foot digital billboard at 321 North Mohave Road near I-95.
Key Decisions (9)
First Amendment to Cashman Development Agreement
Approved first amendment to development agreement for property formerly known as Cashman, adding new section for exhibit outlining off-site improvement obligations between city and developer DR Horton. Ward 5 location with potential for wider sidewalks and Vision Zero amenities.
First Amendment to Grant Sawyer Development Agreement
Approved first amendment to development agreement for property formerly known as Grant Sawyer, adding new section four and exhibit outlining off-site improvement obligations. Owner is State of Nevada Division of State Lands.
Coffee Shop with Alcohol at 2747 North Rainbow Boulevard
Approved variance and special use permit for Rhythm Roast Inc. to operate 3,800 square foot coffee shop with alcohol on premise full use at 2747 North Rainbow Boulevard. Variance allows 39 parking spaces where 76 required. Owner is BJH Property LLC. Building built in 2019, vacant since.
Digital Billboard at 321 North Mohave Road
Approved variance and special use permit for Las Vegas Billboards to construct 65-foot tall, 14x48 foot off-premise digital LED sign near I-95. Variance allows 65 feet where 55 feet maximum and 42 feet above freeway elevation where 30 feet maximum. Owner is Stewart Plaza LLC.
Rezoning at Delray Avenue near Arville
Approved rezoning from RE Residential Estates to R-1 Single Family Residential on 0.47 acres on north side of Delray Avenue approximately 330 feet east of Arville. Applicant Abraham Gabay, owner A and Z Management LLC. Will allow subdivision into two R-1 lots.
Residential ADU Variance at 913 Artesia Way
Approved variance and special use permit for existing residential accessory dwelling unit, accessory structure, pool bathroom, and patio cover that do not conform to development standards for separation and setbacks on 1 acre at 913 Artesia Way. Applicant owner Gabriela Arias Soto Trust.
Required Review for Off-Premise Sign at 616 H Street
Approved required review of variance V-66-97 for 85-foot tall non-conforming off-premise sign with digital display on east face at 616 H Street. Applicant Clear Channel Outdoor, owner Sun Investments LLC. T4 Neighborhood Zone.
Remand of Variance Appeal at 410 South Rancho Drive
Remanded appeal of planning commission denial of variance for existing front yard wall fence that does not conform to height and visibility standards on 1 acre at 410 South Rancho Drive. Applicant owner Jonathan Belew. Remanded to May 12 planning commission meeting.
Hold in Abeyance for SUP at 2441 Tech Center Court
Item 28 special use permit for applicant Mustafa Rabaj, owner VMC Properties at 2441 Tech Center Court held in abeyance for 30 days until April 15 city council meeting to allow time for applicant to connect with Neighborhood Association.
Zoning Changes (1)
North side of Delray Avenue approximately 330 feet east of Arville
Abraham Gabay / A and Z Management LLC
Development Activity (9)
Cashman Development
First residential development with children living right off Las Vegas Boulevard. Off-site improvements to include potential wider sidewalks, better lighting, and separated walking paths.
Grant Sawyer Development
Development agreement amendment for off-site improvement obligations
Bria and Capella Developments
Partially completed apartment buildings in Symphony Park
Mixed Use Development at 321 North Mohave Road
Approved mixed use multifamily residential development with billboard
Northwest Regional Park Phase 1a
$24 million SNPLMA funded project currently in design, construction expected in next year and a half
Betty Wilson Soccer Complex Westfield Upgrades
$19.3 million SNPLMA funded project starting design this year
Lorenzi Park Tennis Court Expansion
$3.32 million SNPLMA funded project fully designed, going out to bid, will add three additional tennis courts and new tennis center building
Regional Aquatic Center Pavilion Pool
SNPLMA Round 18 funded project currently under construction
Pickleball Complex at Wayne Bunker Park
$12 million SNPLMA funded project under construction, includes road from Alexander, concession building, and courts
Market Signals (5)
Housing Demand
First residential development with families and children planned for Las Vegas Boulevard corridor at former Cashman site indicates growing demand for urban family housing in downtown area.
Infrastructure
SNPLMA program has delivered $300 million in park and trail investments to City of Las Vegas over 28 years with 48 projects, with approximately $105 million expected for upcoming Round 21.
Commercial Demand
Building at 2747 North Rainbow Boulevard built in 2019 has been vacant since construction, now being converted to coffee shop with alcohol service.
Housing Demand
Symphony Park area seeing active residential development with Southern Land Company's Bria and Capella apartment projects partially completed.
Sentiment
Council expressed concern about spot zoning near Delray Avenue but approved rezoning due to large commercial center (Walmart) proximity affecting land values and anticipated future development pressure.