The Houston City Council approved an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2011-0867 to reclassify 2041 Norfolk Street as a commercial lot. The property, located at the corner of S. Shepherd Drive and Norfolk Street, was originally designated for single-family residential use under the Special Minimum Lot Size Block Ordinance passed in 2011. The amendment was requested by the property owner under Section 42-197 of the Code of Ordinances. The Planning and Development Department received five protests during the notice period but determined the site had been used as a commercial art gallery before the ordinance was established. On December 19, 2024, the Planning Commission recommended the change, and the Council approved the reclassification to reflect the property’s long-standing commercial use.
This decision ensures zoning regulations accurately reflect the historical and current land use of 2041 Norfolk Street. It provides clarity for the property owner and community while supporting the continued commercial activity in a transitioning neighborhood.