The Houston City Council has approved the renewal of the Special Minimum Lot Size Block (SMLSB) designation for the 1200 Block of Oxford Street, between E. 12th and E. 13th Streets. This renewal maintains the minimum lot size requirement at 6,600 square feet, ensuring that properties within this area cannot be subdivided into smaller lots. Originally enacted by Ordinance #2004-474 in 2004, the neighborhood and lot sizes have remained unchanged since then. The application was initiated by a property owner, and after notifications were sent to 11 neighboring property owners, no protests were filed. As a result, the renewal proceeded without requiring action from the Houston Planning Commission.
This decision preserves the character of the Houston Heights neighborhood by maintaining larger lot sizes, preventing increased density, and ensuring consistency in residential development. It helps protect property values and supports community stability.