Parks and Rec. Photo Craig Kelly / City of Wylie

Wylie City Council continued planning for its upcoming bond election and next year’s budget while approving several zoning requests during its meeting Tuesday, June 23. 

The meeting opened with presentations and recognitions, including incoming and outgoing Wylie board and commission members.

Following approval of the consent agenda, council held a public hearing for a zoning change on 1.275 acres at 7940 E. Parker Road to allow for a 4,875-square-foot auto repair shop. Council approved the request, 6-1, with conditions requiring the existing structure to be renovated to meet code or demolished, limiting overnight parking, installing an 8-foot fence and improving the property’s frontage.

The council next considered a zoning change on 3.53 acres at the northeast corner of Country Club Road and Park Boulevard to allow for a convenience store and motor vehicle fueling station. Several residents submitted letters opposing the proposal, citing its proximity to a childcare facility, neighborhood and school.

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By Andrew Norsworthy | [email protected]