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2/14/24 | 14225 Seagoville | 42-Unit Townhomes
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February 14, 2024
District: 8
42-Unit Townhomes | 14225 Seagoville Rd | Deferred
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DISTRICT: 8
14225 Seagoville 14225 Seagoville Rd
Southeast Dallas | 3.5 Acres | 42 Units | 17 Townhomes | Deferred
This 42-unit townhome project was deferred without a discussion. Read more about it below.
City Plan Commission 10/5/23
Denied W/O Prejudice
‟We do not want multifamily development anywhere near our neighborhoods.
0.7 Miles from I-20, a 3.5-acre site fell victim to the neighborhood’s power in opposing density
RSJ Developments LLC, represented by Erick Cortez, proposed building 42 apartment units and 17 townhomes on a 3.5-acre lot in the rural single-family home area. And by rural, we mean you’ll see more ‘horses there than cars.’
Cortez emphasized that the units would be affordable and that they had communicated with the community during the planning process.
However, several Commissioners brought up concerns about the increased density not matching the rural character and low density that the surrounding neighborhood desires to maintain. Commissioner Blair quoted an email from the local Cleaver Riley Area Crime Watch opposing the development:
‟We have bought these properties to enjoy our rural way of life. Raise our animals and live off the land.
They (multifamily projects) bring too much noise, pollution, traffic, and congestion.
The commissioners recognized the need for housing but felt the developer's proposal was too intense for the area. Commissioner Blair, who represents the district, identified the area’s need for infrastructure. It’s still on septic tanks and without curbs.
The motion to deny without prejudice passed unanimously, allowing the developer to submit a revised proposal. The concerns centered around compatibility with the surrounding single-family homes rather than opposition to any development at all. As Commissioner Hampton stated:
‟ I think there may be a way working with the community to find a more tailored solution that would allow for an incremental increase in density that working with the community might be appropriate.
Overall, the developer faced challenges in gaining support from both the Commission and the community due to the density proposed.
Developer: RSJ Developments LLC, Erick Cortez
Case Report: Z223-195(AU)
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