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Metrocare Services Multifamily District at Southgate Lane

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An application for an MF-2(A) Multifamily District on property zoned a CR Community Retail District, on the east line of Southgate Lane, between Elam Road and Marvel Drive. Staff Recommendation: Approval. Applicant: Metrocare Services Representative: Baldwin Associates, LLC Planner: Rexter Chambers U/A From: June 12, 2025. Council District: 5 Z245-190(RC) / Z-25-000022

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Metrocare Services is seeking to rezone property on the east side of Southgate Lane from Community Retail to Multifamily District, which would allow residential housing development instead of commercial use. This change would bring housing to an area currently zoned and designated for retail businesses.
4 eventsFirst seen Jun 12, 2025Last activity Sep 4, 2025Case ID: Z245-190
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Developer
As of Sep 2025

Assess east Southgate Lane parcels before zoning ordinance takes effect

Context: Two unanimous City Plan Commission votes — 14 to 0 on July 10 and 13 to 0 on September 4, 2025 — signal near-certain Council approval, closing the window to assess corridor land use implications before the new zoning locks in.

Recommended: If you own or are evaluating land along the east corridor of Southgate Lane, the rezoning for Metrocare Services (Z245-190) will change the applicable development standards once City Council adopts the ordinance.

Source: City Plan Commission — Sep 04, 2025 →
Journalist
As of Sep 2025

Request the Southgate Lane rezoning case file before the City Council vote

Context: The rezoning cleared the City Plan Commission unanimously both times — 14 to 0 on July 10 and 13 to 0 on September 4, 2025 — which is notable for a behavioral health facility siting and may reflect strong community backing or limited public awareness of the proposal.

Recommended: If you cover Dallas zoning or mental health services, the case file for Z245-190 will show what Metrocare Services plans to operate on the east side of Southgate Lane and whether City Plan Commission staff attached any conditions during the two approval hearings.

Source: City Plan Commission — Sep 04, 2025 →
Resident
As of Sep 2025

Testify at City Council before the Southgate Lane rezoning final vote

Context: The City Plan Commission approved the rezoning unanimously in both appearances (14 to 0 on July 10 and 13 to 0 on September 4, 2025), meaning City Council is the only remaining opportunity for public input on this case.

Recommended: The City Council will cast the final vote on rezoning the east side of Southgate Lane for a Metrocare Services behavioral health facility — this is the last public forum where you can submit written comments or speak in person before the ordinance is adopted.

Source: City Plan Commission — Sep 04, 2025 →

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Vote
Carried: 13 to 0

An application for an MF-2(A) Multifamily District on property zoned a CR Community Retail District, on the east line of Southgate Lane, between Elam Road and Marvel Drive. Staff Recommendation: Approval. Applicant: Metrocare Services Representative: Baldwin Associates, LLC Planner: Rexter Chambers U/A From: June 12, 2025. Council District: 5 Z245-190(RC) / Z-25-000022

Vote: 13 for, 0 against, 1 absent

recommend denial without prejudice

Vote
Carried: 14 to 0

An application for a minor amendment to the site plan for Specific Use Permit No. 502 for a private recreation center, club, or area limited to a private tennis club on property zoned an R-16(A) Single Family District, on the south side of Dilbeck Lane, east side of Preston Road. Staff Recommendation: Approval. Applicant: Tennis Club Partners LLC Representative: Victoria Morris, Jackson Walker LLP Planner: Sheila Alcantara Segovia Council District: 11 MZ-25-000022(SAS)

Vote: 14 for, 0 against

recommend approval of minor amendment to site plan for SUP 502 for private recreation center limited to private tennis club

Heard individually

Vote
Carried: 14 to 0

An application for an MF-2(A) Multifamily District on property zoned a CR Community Retail District, on the east line of Southgate Lane, between Elam Road and Marvel Drive. Staff Recommendation: Approval. Applicant: Metrocare Services Representative: Baldwin Associates, LLC Planner: Rexter Chambers U/A From: June 12, 2025. Council District: 5 Z245-190(RC)

Vote: 14 for, 0 against, 1 absent

hold under advisement until September 4, 2025

Vote
Carried: 13 to 0

An application for an MF-2(A) Multifamily District on property zoned a CR Community Retail District, on the east line of Southgate Lane, between Elam Road and Marvel Drive. Staff Recommendation: Approval. Applicant: Metrocare Services Representative: Balwin Associates, LLC Planner: Rexter Chambers Council District: 5 Z245-190(RC)

Vote: 13 for, 0 against, 2 absent

hold under advisement until July 10, 2025

Heard individually