Boards and Commissions - 2026-04-23
Meeting Intelligence Preview
Meeting Summary
The Leander Planning and Zoning Commission took no action on a special use permit (Z-26-0210) for Dew Drops Montessori at 1202 Drake Cove, which sought to allow an in-home daycare with up to 12 children. Staff had recommended denial due to parking deficiencies from a garage conversion. The case will proceed to City Council on June 4th while the city develops new ordinance amendments that would allow up to 6 children by right plus 6 for after-school care in residential districts.
Key Decisions (3)
No Action on Dew Drops Montessori Special Use Permit at 1202 Drake Cove
Commission voted to take no action on SUP Z-26-0210 for an in-home daycare with up to 12 children at 1202 Drake Cove (0.2 acres, zoned SFU-2B). Staff recommended denial due to parking deficiencies - the garage conversion eliminated required enclosed parking spaces. The applicant operates under state license for 12 children but city ordinance limits in-home daycares to 5 children. Case proceeds to City Council June 4th.
Wiley Special Use Permit for Used Automotive Sales on US-183
City Council approved final reading for special use permit allowing used automotive sales on property off US-183.
Kauffman Loop Planned Unit Development Amendment
City Council approved final reading for PUD amendment adding automotive repair and car wash uses to the development.
Development Activity (1)
Dew Drops Montessori Preschool
In-home daycare/preschool seeking to operate with up to 12 children on 0.2-acre residential lot. Garage converted to classroom space without permits. Currently operating with 11 children under state license.
Market Signals (3)
Housing Demand
City Council directing staff to amend ordinance to allow up to 6 children in residential in-home daycares by right, plus additional 6 for after-school care, indicating growing demand for childcare services in residential areas.
Sentiment
Strong community support demonstrated for home-based childcare services, with numerous parents testifying about lack of quality affordable childcare options in Leander.
Other
HOA enforcement of deed restrictions against commercial uses in residential neighborhoods remains active, with Magnolia Creek HOA opposing the daycare despite state licensing compliance.