Boards and Commissions - 2026-02-12
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Meeting Summary
The Leander Planning and Zoning Commission postponed a 55-acre residential rezoning request (Z-25-0196) west of Kauffman Loop by a 6-1 vote, directing Pulte Homes to return with a revised proposal eliminating single-family limited (45-foot) lots in favor of only single-family urban (60-foot) and compact (50-foot) lots. The commission cited concerns about the city's water resolution limiting high-density development and compatibility with adjacent single-family rural properties. City Council previously approved final readings for Hardwood Products Indoors and ARS Hero Way projects.
Key Decisions (3)
Postponement of Rezoning Z-25-0196 at Kauffman Loop/CR267
Commission voted 6-1 to postpone Pulte Homes' request to rezone 55.152 acres from interim SFR-1B to a mix of SFU-2A, SFC-2A, and SFL-2A for approximately 204 single-family homes. Applicant directed to return with revised proposal using only SFU (60-foot) and SFC (50-foot) lots, eliminating SFL (45-foot) lots. Property located west of Kauffman Loop, approximately 300 feet south of Equine Rd and CR267.
Initial Motion to Deny Rezoning Z-25-0196
Motion to deny the rezoning request failed 3-4. Commissioners cited water resolution concerns and density incompatibility with adjacent single-family rural lots.
Consent Agenda Approval
Consent agenda approved unanimously.
Zoning Changes (1)
West of Kauffman Loop, approximately 300 feet south of Equine Rd and CR267 (Parcel R032246)
Pulte Homes / SEC Planning (Mark Baker)
Development Activity (3)
Pulte Homes Residential Subdivision at CR267
55.152 acres proposed for approximately 204 single-family homes with mix of 60-foot, 50-foot, and 45-foot lots. Amenity center with swimming pool, clubhouse, and playground planned. Regional mobility trail along CR267. Construction timeline: Q1 2027 infrastructure start, first model home May 2028, 3.5-4 year buildout.
Hardwood Products Indoors
Final reading completed and approved by City Council.
ARS Hero Way
Final reading completed and approved by City Council.
Market Signals (5)
Housing Demand
Pulte Homes reports 45-foot lots are their highest demand product in Leander, selling in high $400,000s to low $500,000s at nearby Horizon Lake community.
Housing Demand
Developer noted 70-foot lot homes in Leander are priced around $700,000, with some sitting on market unsold.
Infrastructure
City's water resolution has limited high-density residential development since fall 2022; BCRUA water improvements expected complete by 2028 may enable policy changes.
Infrastructure
County Road 267 described as having significant pothole issues; developer working with city and county on coordinated roadway improvements to city standards with curb and gutter.
Sentiment
Commission expressed need for Fire Station 6 along Ronald Reagan corridor to serve northern growth areas before approving additional density.