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Proposed Expansion of Electrical Substation on Calumet Avenue

Original title: A public hearing to receive comments regarding an application for and an ordinance granting an amendment and an expansion of Specific Use Permit No. 129 for electrical substation uses on property zoned R-7.5(A) Single Family District and R-7.5(A) Residential Subdistrict within Planned Development District No. 631, on the west line of Calumet Avenue, between Meredith Avenue and Garfield Avenue Recommendation of Staff: Approval, subject to an amended site plan and conditions Recommendation of CPC: Approval, subject to an amended site plan and conditions Z-25-000142 Note: This item was deferred by the City Council at the public hearing on May 13, 2026, and is scheduled for consideration on May 27, 2026. *In alignment with ForwardDallas.

May 27, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

Residents living near Calumet Avenue may see changes to the physical footprint or operational conditions of the existing electrical substation if the City Council approves the permit amendment on May 27, 2026.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Residents of R-7.5(A) Single Family District

The property is located within their residential zoning district, and the permit amendment may change the substation's impact on the neighborhood.

Department of Planning and Development

The department is responsible for reviewing the application and providing a recommendation to the City Council.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 27, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The City Council is considering an application to amend and expand Specific Use Permit No. 129, which allows for an electrical substation in a residential area. The proposal involves property located on the west line of Calumet Avenue between Meredith and Garfield Avenues.

Key Facts

  • The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the application on May 27, 2026.
  • The application seeks to amend and expand Specific Use Permit No. 129 for electrical substation use.
  • The subject property is currently zoned as R-7.5(A) Single Family District and R-7.5(A) Residential Subdistrict within Planned Development District No. 631.
  • The City Planning Department staff recommends approval of the application, subject to an amended site plan and specific conditions.
  • The City Planning Commission (CPC) recommends approval of the application, subject to an amended site plan and specific conditions.
  • The item was previously deferred by the City Council during a hearing on May 13, 2026.
  • The proposal is noted as being in alignment with the 'ForwardDallas' comprehensive plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Specific Use Permit?
A Specific Use Permit allows a city to permit certain uses in zoning districts where they are not typically allowed, provided they meet specific conditions to ensure compatibility with the surrounding area.
When can I provide public comment on this project?
The City Council is scheduled to consider this item and receive public comments on May 27, 2026.

Why It Matters

Residents living near Calumet Avenue may see changes to the physical footprint or operational conditions of the existing electrical substation if the City Council approves the permit amendment on May 27, 2026.

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Deferred Hearing

The item was deferred from the May 13, 2026, meeting to the May 27, 2026, meeting, indicating a two-week delay in the decision-making process.

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Connected Entities

locationGarfield Avenue“Boundary street for the project site.”Map →
locationCalumet Avenue“The site of the proposed substation expansion.”Map →
otherZ-25-000142“The specific case file number for this zoning application.”Map →
otherSpecific Use Permit No. 129“The existing permit governing the electrical substation use.”Map →
organizationDepartment of Planning and Development“The department overseeing the zoning application.”Map →
locationMeredith Avenue“Boundary street for the project site.”Map →

Sources

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