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Proposed Zoning Change for 505, 507, and 515 E 28th Street

Original title: Rezoning – 505 E 28th Street, 507 E 28th Street, and 515 E 28th Street FOR the purpose of changing the zoning for the properties known as 505 E 28th Street (Block 4071, Lot 020), 507 E 28th Street (Block 4071, Lot 021), and 515 E 28th Street (Block 4071, Lot 025), as outlined in red on the accompanying plat, from the R-7 Zoning District to the IMU-1 Zoning District; and providing for a special effective date.

Record date · May 11, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This ordinance proposes changing the zoning classification for three adjacent properties on E 28th Street from R-7 to IMU-1. The change would alter the permitted uses and development standards for these specific lots.

Why it matters

The rezoning of these properties from R-7 to IMU-1 will change the types of buildings and businesses allowed at these locations, potentially impacting the density and character of the immediate neighborhood.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Property owners of 505, 507, and 515 E 28th Street

The owners are subject to new land use regulations and development potential associated with the IMU-1 zoning district.

Directly affected

Nearby residents and businesses

The change in zoning may alter the types of development or activities permitted on these adjacent lots.

Key Facts

The ordinance proposes rezoning three specific properties: 505 E 28th Street, 507 E 28th Street, and 515 E 28th Street.
The current zoning for these properties is R-7.
The proposed new zoning for these properties is IMU-1.
The properties are identified by Block 4071, Lots 020, 021, and 025.

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The ordinance includes a provision for a special effective date.
The ordinance is currently in the Land Use & Transportation Committee.
The ordinance was introduced on May 11, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the change from R-7 to IMU-1 mean?

R-7 typically refers to a residential zoning district, while IMU-1 typically refers to an Integrated Mixed-Use district, which allows for a combination of residential, commercial, and other uses.

What is the status of this proposal?

As of May 11, 2026, the ordinance is currently under review by the Land Use & Transportation Committee.

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Connected Entities

507 E 28th Street, Land Use & Transportation Committee, 515 E 28th Street and 1 more

location507 E 28th Street“Property subject to rezoning (Block 4071, Lot 021)”Map →

OrganizationLand Use & Transportation Committee“Committee currently reviewing the ordinance”Map →

location515 E 28th Street“Property subject to rezoning (Block 4071, Lot 025)”Map →

location505 E 28th Street“Property subject to rezoning (Block 4071, Lot 020)”Map →

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