Zoning Change
Summary
Waco just cleared the way for taller buildings at the old Floyd Casey stadium site, allowing developers to add rooftop amenities. This tweak is meant to turn that massive vacant lot into a more modern, social living space.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Impact analysis
This change could boost property values and tax revenue by making the site more attractive for high-end residential or commercial investment.
Future residents and visitors get a cooler place to hang out with a view, while developers get more flexibility to build something profitable.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (4)
Waco adopts form-based code for downtown redevelopment areas
Downtown buildings that create comfortable spaces for pedestrians, streets planned for easy access, and seamless transitions from commercial areas into public spaces are among goals guiding the new zoning standards.
RV park, store rezoning get OK from Waco council amid some neighborhood opposition
Waco leaders last week approved a special permit for a recreational vehicle park on Third Street near South Loop 340 and University Parks Drive, with some opposition from nearby residents.
Sober-living complex in North Waco up for zoning vote Tuesday
“This kind of housing is needed and it isn’t fair for us as Christians to say 'Put it in someone else’s neighborhood,'” said one neighbor who initially opposed the plan.
Waco City Council OKs 50-foot buildings in Floyd Casey redevelopment
The 10-foot increase in mixed-use building heights will not allow full fourth floors, but will allow small rooftop structures intended for residents to use for social gatherings.
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