The City of Houston has approved the establishment of a Special Minimum Lot Size Area (SMLSA) for portions of Woodland Terrace and Woodland Heights Subdivisions. The application for this designation was initiated by the property owner of 618 Ridge Street and supported by 61% of the area's property owners. The Houston Planning Commission recommended the establishment of the SMLSA, with a modified boundary that excludes the 600 block of Ridge Street on the south side between Reagan and N. Sabine Streets. This ordinance ensures that the lots within this area maintain a minimum lot size of 5,000 square feet, preserving the character and density of the neighborhood.
This decision is important as it helps to maintain the existing neighborhood character by preventing the subdivision of lots below 5,000 square feet, which could lead to increased density and potential changes in the community's dynamics. The ordinance aligns with the goals of preserving the residential nature of the Woodland Terrace and Woodland Heights neighborhoods.