An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Designation of Four Lots in the Houston Westgate Industrial Park
WHEREAS, Parcels 24.0348.000, 24.0349.000, 24.0350.000, and 24.0351.000 being lots 6 through 9, Houston Westgate Industrial Park, in the City of Houston, Houston County, Minnesota, are zoned I Industrial and;
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute §462.357 provides authority for zoning and the requirements thereof; and
WHEREAS, the Houston Planning Commission recommends amending the zoning designation of the 4 lots to Commercial C-2 and updating the zoning map to reflect the same and;
WHEREAS, the recommendation is based on the following findings:
It is germane to the State 16 corridor zoning;
It will allow for the owner to utilize the property in a reasonable manner;
It aligns with the city comprehensive plan by supporting and expanding commerce, is compatible with the neighboring industrial designation, and will provide for an appropriate location to minimize hazards due to its location in the peripheral area of the city.
It is in harmony with the adjacent industrial area in that the future proposed use including paint and body work are similar to industrial type processes and the car sales fits the State 16 business corridor which lies throughout the balance of the corporate limit.
It protects and respects both the property owner and community rights and is equitable to both.
WHEREAS, the city has complied with Minnesota Statute §462.357 Subd. 3 by providing notice and having held a public hearing on Monday, January 3, 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Houston, Minnesota, ordains:
That, upon the recommendation of the Houston Planning Commission, the following described real estate be rezoned from Industrial I to Commercial C-2
Parcels 24.0348.000, 24.0349.000, 24.0350.000, and 24.0351.000 being Lots 6 through 9, Houston Westgate Industrial Park, in the City of Houston, Houston County, Minnesota
The official zoning map of the City of Houston shall be amended accordingly.
That this ordinance shall take effect upon its passage and publication.
Passed this 10th day of January 2022 by the City Council of the City of Houston.
CITY OF HOUSTON, MINNESOTA
David Olson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Michelle Quinn, City Administrator
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