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Proposed Vehicle Sales and Service Permit for C.F. Hawn Freeway Property

Original title: An application for a new Specific Use Permit for vehicle display, sales, and service on property zoned Subdistrict 2, within Planned Development District 535, the C.F. Hawn Special Purpose District No. 3, on the south line of CF Hawn Frwy. Frontage Road, northwest of Ellenwood Street. Staff Recommendation: Approval for a five-year period, with eligibility for autorenewal for additional five-year periods, subject to a site plan and conditions. Applicant: Alberto Matos Cedano U/A From: March 26, 2026 and April 23, 2026. Planner: Jordan Gregory Council District: 8 Z-25-0000207 / Z234-275

Record date · May 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Plan Commission is considering a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow vehicle display, sales, and service at a property located along the C.F. Hawn Freeway Frontage Road. City staff have recommended approval of the permit for an initial five-year term with the possibility of automatic renewal.

Why it matters

This permit would authorize a commercial vehicle business to operate at a specific site in Council District 8 for an initial five-year period, subject to compliance with a site plan and specific conditions.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Alberto Matos Cedano

The applicant is seeking authorization to conduct vehicle sales and service operations at the specified location.

Directly affected

Residents of Council District 8

Local residents may be affected by changes in land use, traffic, or commercial activity at the site near the C.F. Hawn Freeway.

Key Facts

  • The application requests a Specific Use Permit for vehicle display, sales, and service.
  • The property is located in Subdistrict 2 of Planned Development District 535 (C.F. Hawn Special Purpose District No. 3).
  • The site is situated on the south line of the C.F. Hawn Freeway Frontage Road, northwest of Ellenwood Street.
  • City staff recommend approval of the permit.
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  • The proposed permit duration is five years.
  • The permit includes eligibility for automatic renewal for additional five-year periods.
  • Approval is contingent upon adherence to a specific site plan and conditions.
  • The case was previously under advisement from March 26, 2026, and April 23, 2026.
  • The item was introduced to the City Plan Commission on May 13, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Specific Use Permit?
It is a zoning tool that allows a city to permit specific land uses that are not automatically allowed by right in a particular zoning district, provided they meet certain conditions.
How long will this permit last if approved?
The staff recommendation is for an initial five-year period, with the option for automatic renewal for subsequent five-year terms.

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Extended Review Period

The application was held under advisement for two previous meetings (March and April 2026) before being presented in May 2026.

Alberto Matos Cedano

Connected Entities

Z-25-0000207, Council District 8, Z234-275 and 3 more
otherZ-25-0000207“Zoning case identification number.”Map →
locationCouncil District 8“The municipal district where the property is located.”Map →
otherZ234-275“Secondary zoning case identification number.”Map →
other26-1773A“File number for the agenda item.”Map →
PersonAlberto Matos Cedano“The individual or entity requesting the Specific Use Permit.”Map →
PersonJordan Gregory“The city planner assigned to the case.”Map →

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