26-2550: Public Hearing on a Request Submitted by Blazing Hospitality, LLC for a Specific Use Permit for an Eating Establishment with Drive-Through Beverage Service on a 0.78-acre portion of Lot 5, Block 1, Reserve North Addition, and located at 351 Matlock Rd. (SUP26-003)

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Existing Use : vacant Existing Zoning : PD, Planned Development District (The Reserve) Surrounding Land Use & Zoning : North – Vacant, PD, Planned Development District South – 7-Eleven Convenience Store, PD, Planned Development District East – Multi-Tenant Retail Center, PD, Planned Development District West – Multi-Tenant Retail Center, PD, Planned Development District Thoroughfare Plan Specification : Matlock Rd – 4-lane divided major arterial Mansfield 2040 Plan Mansfield 2040 Land Use Designation : Urban Neighborhood The Urban Neighborhood category serves as a transition between suburban development and Mansfield’s historic downtown. It allows a mix of residential and nonresidential uses, with development intensity based on the property and surrounding area. Infill and redevelopment are expected as properties age, with an emphasis on preserving historic character, compatibility with nearby properties, and providing housing and services near higher-density residential areas. Overall Concept Plan An overall concept plan (attached) has been provided to illustrate the proposed development of the commonly controlled lots within this development area. This concept plan allows a better understanding of future development adjacent to the residential and how circulation will work between the remaining sites. Site Plan HTeaO, a drive-through and quick-service beverage chain specializing in made-to-order teas and other beverages, intends to construct and occupy a 1,705-square-foot commercial building located adjacent to Matlock Road immediately north of the existing 7-Eleven. While a small portion of the building is dedicated to retail sales, most of the floor area is designed to support their beverage service. Customers will have the option to utilize both the indoor service area and the drive-through. However, the majority of their operations are expected to occur at the drive-through lane. The site plan includes a passive open space located south of the drive-through la

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