The City of Houston approved the designation of the 500 block of Bayland Avenue, north and south sides, between Northwood and Helen Streets, as a Special Minimum Lot Size Block (SMLSB). The application was initiated by the property owner of 516 Bayland Street and included support from 75% of the block's property owners. Notifications were sent to 13 property owners, with no protests filed, allowing the application to proceed directly to City Council. The ordinance establishes a minimum lot size of 5,000 square feet to preserve the neighborhood's character.
This designation safeguards the established lot sizes and character of the Woodland Heights neighborhood, preventing densification and preserving the community's historical and aesthetic integrity.