Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Coppell public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in zoning with medium priority
Temporary Concrete Batch Plants in Light Industrial Zones
The city clarified rules for temporary concrete batch plants, limiting them to one six-month permit within an 18-month period to prevent creeping permanent uses.
Residential Zoning at 804 Bullock Drive
The commission worked to clean up zoning on a residential lot that had been split between residential and commercial use. This change allows the owner to build a house without the complications of the old commercial zoning.
Backyard Chickens and Hens Ordinance Proposal
Council discussed a proposal from Council Member Walker to permit backyard egg-laying hens with specific density limits, setbacks, and a ban on roosters. Staff was directed to perform further due diligence and draft a potential ordinance for future review.