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Published: Jul 21, 2026
San Angelo Zoning Ordinance Updated to Standardize Residential District Regulations
The City Council considered amendments to the zoning ordinance, specifically updating various residential zoning designations (RS4, RS5, RS6) and their corresponding use regulations. The amendments aim to ensure consistency across all RS districts (RS1-RS6) and align them with intended residential uses. This includes establishing clear rules for short-term rentals (conditional use permits, proximity to schools/other rentals), prohibiting campgrounds, RV parks, intermodal containers, and self-storage facilities within these residential zones. Recovery facilities for alcohol and drugs were also addressed. The changes ensure that newly adopted residential districts function similarly to existing ones, maintaining neighborhood character and preventing non-residential uses from encroaching into single-family areas. The planning commission recommended approval with a 4-0 vote, and city staff also recommended approval.
San Angelo Considers Sign Ordinance Updates to Regulate Temporary Signage and Feather Flags
The council discussed and voted on proposed amendments to the city's sign ordinance, specifically chapter 12, article 12.04, section 12.04.08, concerning temporary signs. The amendments aim to reinstate regulations for auction, estate, garage sale, political, and real estate signs, which were previously removed, leading to enforcement difficulties. Additionally, the ordinance introduces regulations for feather flag banners. The proposed changes include specific guidelines on size, placement, duration, and frequency for these temporary signs, with the goal of balancing business needs for advertising with maintaining community aesthetics and preventing excessive signage. Enforcement challenges, particularly with signs being quickly removed and replaced, were acknowledged. The ordinance requires two readings for adoption.
San Angelo Council Considers Rezoning for Low-Rise Multifamily Development on East 31st Street
The City Council held a first reading and public hearing for an ordinance (Z26-08) to rezone a 2.669-acre property at 331 East 31st Street from single-family, two-family, zero lot line, twin home, and townhome residential districts to a low-rise multifamily zoning district (RM1). The applicant confirmed they are requesting RM1 zoning, which allows for low-rise multifamily structures, rather than the legacy RM1L zoning. The property, formerly containing an early Head Start facility, is located in the Lake View neighborhood. While the planning commission recommended approval with a 4-0 vote, one opposition letter expressed concern about increased density near a school. The rezoning aims to address the community's need for multifamily housing and increase the tax base. The council discussed the specific zoning designation (RM1 vs. RM1L), ensuring alignment with fire safety codes and RS5 zoning standards, and the process for approval.
San Angelo Council Approves $42,000 TIRZ Funds for Police Camera System Upgrade
The City Council considered a proposal to allocate $42,000 from the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) funds to enhance the San Angelo Police Department's pan, tilt, and zoom (PTZ) camera system. The funds, to be split between the North and South TIRZ districts, are intended to bolster public safety by upgrading camera surveillance in areas with high activity and potential for mass gatherings. The discussion included clarifications on the technology, data storage, and its distinction from Flock cameras, emphasizing its role in real-time crime analysis and evidence gathering. The proposed system will be locally stored and managed, with data retention of approximately four days. Concerns were raised regarding the total cost, maintenance, potential for over-surveillance, and the distinction between TIRZ funding and other sources contributing to the overall camera project.
Recall Petition Against Mayor Tom Thompson Certified Insufficient by City Clerk
During the council meeting, the City Clerk presented findings regarding a recall petition filed against Mayor Tom Thompson. The petition, submitted on June 22, 2026, was reviewed for sufficiency as required by the city charter. The clerk certified the petition as insufficient because it did not contain the minimum number of valid signatures required, rendering a signature-by-signature validation unnecessary. This certification was provided to the council for informational purposes, with no action required at this meeting. The process ensures adherence to the city charter's provisions for recall petitions.
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