HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance - 2018-O0141 - Adopting A Revised Comprehensive Plan For The City. - 12/06/2018First Reading
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Item No. 7.11
ORDINANCE NO. 2018-00141
Second Reading
December 17, 2018
Item No. 7.5
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A REVISED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY
OF LUBBOCK; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Lubbock appointed thirty-three citizens to serve on
the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) to guide planning consultants in the
development, facilitation, production, and delivery of the comprehensive plan and future land use
plan for the City of Lubbock; and
WHEREAS, over the course of approximately eighteen months, the CPAC worked with
consultants, held numerous meetings open to the public, solicited and encouraged community
feedback, conducted two public open houses, and regularly apprised City Council and the
Planning and Zoning Commission of its progress throughout the plan development process; and
WHEREAS, at its regularly scheduled meeting on October 16, 2018, the CPAC recommended
the City of Lubbock 2040 Comprehensive Plan to the City of Lubbock Planning and Zoning
Commission (the "Commission") and to the City of Lubbock City Council; and
WHEREAS, during its meeting on November 6, 2018, the Commission heard a briefing from
the Chairman of the CPAC regarding the City of Lubbock 2040 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Commission recommends approval of the City of Lubbock 2040
Comprehensive Plan; NOW THEREFORE
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
SECTION 1. THAT the City Council hereby adopts the 2040
Comprehensive Plan for the City of Lubbock. Said Plan is attached hereto and
incorporated within this ordinance as if fully set forth herein and shall be included in
the minutes of the City Council.
SECTION 2. TUA T the City Council hereby directs the City Manager and
staff to incorporate into the Plan all changes approved by the City Council between the
first and second public hearings and ordinance readings, and to make any non-
substantive grammatical, format, and scrivener changes within the Plan as deemed
necessary.
SECTION 3. THAT all prior Comprehensive Plarrs, including, but not
limited to that irr Ordinance Number, 7084. are hereby repealed by the adoption of this
2040 Comprehensive Plan for the City of Lubbock.
SECTION 4.
by the City Council.
THAT this Ordinance shall be effective upon final passage
SECTION 5. THAT should any paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or
work of this Ordinance be declared unconstitutional or invalid for any reason, the
remainder of this Ordinance shall not be affected thereby.
SECTION 6. THAT the City Secretary is hereby authorized to cause
publication of the descriptive caption of this Ordinance as an alternative method
provided by law.
Passed by the City Council on first reading on __ D~e_c_e1_n_b_e1_· _6 ______ , 2018.
Passed by the City Council on second reading on December 17
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
AJ Fawver, Director of Planning
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kelli Leisure. Assistant City Attorney
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INTRODUCTION
PageV
The introduction to Plan Lubbock: A Comprehensive Plan for the Future
provides a letter from the Mayor and executive summary of the entire Plan.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
COMMUNITY SNAPSHOT
Page01
This chapter sets a planning context by examining elements such as past and
ongoing efforts, regional initiatives, a demographic profile and the existing
land uses.
Chapter 1
FUTURE LAND USE
Page45
This chapter utilizes updated population projections, growth management
strategies, and annexation policies to establish a Future Land Use Map.
Chapter 3
VISION AND GOALS
Page27
Chapter 2 provides a summary of all committee and public input, develops a
vision statement, and establishes goals that guide the formation of the Plan
recommendations.
Chapter 2
TRANSPORTATION
Page81
Based on the future land use recommendations, new strategies or
amendments for the Thoroughfare Plan are outlined in this chapter.
Chapter 4
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Page129
The purpose of this chapter is to create an economic development element that
will be inclusive of all Plan goals, strategies, and recommendations.
Chapter 6
PARKS, TRAILS & OPEN SPACE
Page205
The Parks, Trails & Open Space chapter coordinates efforts with the existing
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan by making recommendations for
additional improvements or high priority items discovered in the planning process.
Chapter 8
COMMUNITY LIVABILITY
Page141
The Community Livability chapter identifies recommendations for community
character and design, sustainability and resiliency best practices, and
neighborhood strategies and incentives.
Chapter 7
INFRASTRUCTURE
Page113
This chapter incorporates existing infrastructure-related documentation to ensure
that the City’s water, wastewater, and stormwater planning efforts are compatible
with the Plan’s recommendations.
Chapter 5
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPLEMENTATION
Page217
This chapter provides an implementation matrix structured into a coordinated
action plan so the City leaders, staff, and other decision-makers can easily identify
steps that are necessary to achieve the vision described within the Plan.
Chapter 9
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Dan Sefko, FAICP, Lead Technical Professional
Heather Keister, P.E., CFM, Engineering
Kim Dresdner, AICP, LEED AP, CNU-A, Senior Planner
Bryan Gant, Mapping
Chelsea Irby, Project Manager
Corry McClellan, AICP, Assistant Project Manager
Freese and Nichols, Inc.
Sue Darcy
Alan Mueller
Marsh Darcy Partners - Economic Development
Jeff Whitacre, P.E., AICP, PTP
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. - Transportation
CONSULTANTS
INTRODUCTION
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LETTER FROM THE MAYOR
To the Citizens of Lubbock:
It is my pleasure, on behalf of the City Council and the Comprehensive Plan Advisory
Committee (CPAC), to present to you the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Lubbock.
This document is the City’s first comprehensive planning effort in more than 30 years.
Over the past 18 months, CPAC members, various stakeholder groups, and the public
provided valuable input on a wide variety of planning and land use topics. Information
and input regarding Lubbock’s character and livability, housing, transportation, utilities,
parks, trails and open space, economic development, Downtown redevelopment, our
Canyon Lakes System, and future land uses was collected, studied, and discussed. The
result is this Comprehensive Plan which establishes the future vision and goals for our
City government, and serves as a guide for this, and for future City Councils and City
staffs. It will be our City’s essential documents as Lubbock continues to grow and develop.
On behalf of the City Council, I wish to express our appreciation to the CPAC members,
the stakeholder groups, the public, and Freese and Nichols, Inc., for their hard work and
efforts to prepare this plan. I often say the American Dream is alive and well in Lubbock,
and this Comprehensive Plan ensures that we can continue to provide that dream for
this and future generations of Hub City residents.
It’s always a great day in Lubbock, Texas.
Respectfully yours,
Dan Pope
Mayor
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The importance of a city’s comprehensive plan cannot be overstated, as a long-range
planning tool for municipal staff, decision-makers, and citizens to direct the growth and
physical development of a community for 10 years, 20 years, or more.
This Comprehensive Plan consists of 10 parts:
• Executive Summary
• Community Snapshot
• Vision and Goals
• Future Land Use
• Transportation
• infrastructure
• Economic Development
• Community Livability
• Parks, Trails, & Open Space
• implementation
This is especially true in Lubbock, where this Plan signifies the first comprehensive planning effort in
more than 30 years. Lubbock’s leaders initiated the creation of this Plan to establish a vision for the City
based on input directly from the community. This vision has guided the Plan’s recommendations and will
continue to shape the future of Lubbock through the review of future development proposals, attracting
future businesses, allocating capital improvements funding, planning for public services and facilities, and
many other applications.
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BACKGROUND
The City of Lubbock is a thriving city of over
250,000 people located in the heart of west Texas
between Amarillo and Midland. The largest city
in the High Plains, Lubbock is home to Texas Tech
University (TTU), Lubbock Christian University,
South Plains College, and Wayland Baptist
University and is the birthplace of rock and roll
legend Buddy Holly. The Community Snapshot
located in Chapter 1 provides an overview of the
demographic, land use, and policy characteristics
of Lubbock.
DEMOGRAPHICS
Lubbock has experienced significant growth since
it incorporated in 1909, when the population was
less than 2,000 people. Lubbock has grown by
more than 100,000 people in the last 50 years and
is preparing to surpass 300,000 residents. Due in
part to Texas Tech, Lubbock’s median age is five
years younger than that of the State of Texas and
more than a third of the City’s residents are under
the age of 24.
Lubbock supports a high quality of life with
world-class amenities coupled with strong
affordability. Thirty percent of the City’s housing
was constructed in the last 20 years and the City’s
median rent and mortgage prices are under $900
and $1,300 respectively.
Recent trends indicate that Lubbock’s growth
will continue. The City’s median income is over
$60,000, over a third of working residents are
employed in management, business, science, and
arts occupations, and the City’s largest industries
are educational, healthcare, and social services.
An Online survey was used to capture high-level input from
citizens about the future development of Lubbock. More
than 3,000 people responded to the survey, and their input
was used by the CPAC and Consultants to draft goals and
guide Plan recommendations.
CPAC members identified Core ideas they felt were
important to reflect the community’s vision:
• Growth management
• Major corridors
• Downtown
• Special districts
• Connectivity with local universities
• Parks and recreation greenprint
• Canyon Lakes
• Gateways and identity
• Eastern Lubbock initiatives
PUBLIC INPUT
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LAND USE
Lubbock enjoys a combination of a newer and older established land use patterns. The current City
limits span 87,018 acres, equivalent to 136 square miles. Approximately 65 percent of land within the
City is developed. Of this developed land, 33 percent is composed of residential, specifically low density.
Nonresidential uses compose 17 percent of developed land. Public uses account for 21 percent of
Lubbock’s developed land.
Lubbock’s original development was located within the loop; the oldest area of the City built on a grid
pattern. Large amounts of public/semipublic uses exist because of TTU, and City and County government
facilities – which are centrally located. Downtown has the highest density development and is bordered
by TTU to the west; many university-oriented uses (both residential and nonresidential) surround TTU.
The Canyon Lakes run from Northwest to Southeast Lubbock. The Lakes serve as the largest single source
of open space and green space, though undeveloped playas also mean greenspace is located throughout
the City. Most of the newest development is located to the south and west – predominantly low density
residential and supporting uses.
VISIONING
The visioning process started with the creation of a Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC). The
CPAC consisted of 34 members who represented various parts of the community. The Comprehensive
Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) was established by the Lubbock City Council to champion the planning
process and guide the planning Consultants. The main purpose of the CPAC was to assist with the
formulation of policies and recommend the final draft Plan to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City
Council. The CPAC met over a dozen times to fulfill its purpose and dedicated a significant amount of time
to the development of this Comprehensive Plan.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
The future of Lubbock will be shaped using the
policies and recommendations developed in
this Plan and decisions will be made that will
influence many aspects of the City’s built and social
environments. The future quality of life in Lubbock
will be substantially influenced by the manner in
which Comprehensive Plan recommendations are
administered and maintained.
Planning for the City’s future should be a continuous
process, with this Plan being modified and updated
periodically to remain relevant. The Plan policies
and recommendations may be implemented
through adopted development regulations, such
as zoning and subdivision ordinances and capital
improvement programs. Many recommendations
within the Plan can be implemented through simple
refinement of existing regulations or processes,
while others may require the establishment of new
regulations, programs, or processes. There are
also recommendations that will involve additional
community input and the continued support of
local organizations and private partnerships.
Recommendations were derived from the Core
ideas and are organized into a matrix at the end
of the Plan identifying each recommendation, how
the recommendation should be carried out, which
entities may be involved in the implementation, the
impact of the recommendation, and the general
cost to implement the recommendation.
Please refer to page 43 for explanation of where
the priorities and recommendations can be found
throughout the Plan.
• The people
• Livability
• Great place to start a family
• Retaining college graduates
• Ease of getting around town
• Arts
• Music
• Theatre
• Diversity of people and economy
• Leadership collaboration
• Weather
• City staff and vision
• Solar/wind energy
• Education
• Medical facilities
• Opportunity
• Heritage
• integration of the universities and the community
• Momentum
• Stability
• Economic generators
• Everything a big city has
• Cost of living
Input from CPAC meeting in May 2017
WHAT PEOPLE
LOVE ABOUT
LUBBOCK, TX
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As one of their final assignments, the CPAC identified their priority recommendations in this Plan:
• Development of a well-thought-out impact fee program for the funding of roadway projects. Consid-
eration should be given to including water and wastewater impact fees in the program.
• Revise the zoning and subdivision ordinances into a Unified Development Code (UDC) to match the
planning and engineering goals outlined in this Plan.
• Begin a formalized neighborhood planning program. The neighborhoods in Eastern and Northern Lub-
bock should be the first included in such a detailed study.
• The Texas Tech University, Broadway, Downtown, and Canyon Lakes areas are some of the most im-
portant corridors within Lubbock. The City should formally adopt the Cultural Arts District Corridor
concept and extend it to the Canyon Lakes area. The proposed district should be enlarged to include
other key destinations and Texas Tech University buildings. Downtown needs a clear approach to pub-
lic and private improvements. it will be important to revisit these existing requirements to remove in-
consistencies, prepare a new Capital improvements Plan, and encourage reinvestment in Downtown.
• The concept of linking Playa Lake recreational opportunities with new drainage criteria now being
developed is important not only to the quality of life enjoyed in Lubbock but will also allow the devel-
opment of new areas to continue. Using Playa Lake for dual programs, recreation and drainage, is a
cost-effective option. The City should also consider a Park Land Dedication ordinance to fully ensure
new parks are available in developing portions of Lubbock.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
John Zwiacher, Chair
Beth Bridges, Vice Chair
Charles Adams
Gary Andrews
Byrnie Bass, Jr.
Chris Berry
Keith Bryant
Renee Cage
Shawn Cannon
Jaime Delacruz
Brice Foster
Greg Garland
Sonny Garza
Jared Hall
Ryan Henry
Heather Hocker
Travis Isom
Darryl James
Brent King
Leann Lamb-Vines
Mont McClendon
Michelle McCord
Joe McKay
Jeff Mercer
Victoria Messer-Whitehead
John Opperman
Troy Pickering
Al Roberts
Berhl Robertson
Chris Scott
Chris St. Clair
Dan Wilson
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Dan Wilson, Chair
Mike Jackson, Vice Chair
Scott Gloyna
Eddie Harris
Jessie Mendoza
David Rogers, Jr.
Joe Rose
Zach Sawyer
Robert Wood
Planning and Zoning Commission
Dan Pope, Mayor
Juan A. Chadis, District 1
Shelia Patterson Harris, District 2
Jeff Griffith, District 3
Steve Massengale, District 4
Randy Christian, District 5
Latrelle Joy, District 6
Karen Gibson, Former Councilmember
City Council
Development of this Comprehensive Plan was made possible by dozens of dedicated Lubbock
residents, business leaders, institutions, and public servants.
John Osborne, CEO & President
Lubbock Economic Development Alliance
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W. Jarrett Atkinson, City Manager
Jesica McEachern, Assistant City Manager
Bill Howerton, Deputy City Manager
Mark Yearwood, Assistant City Manager
Blu Kostelich, Chief Financial Officer
Steve O’Neal, CBO, Director of Development Services
Wood Franklin, Director of Public Works
Michael G. Keenum, P.E., CFM, Director of Engineering/City Engineer
John Turpin, Assistant City Engineer/Engineering CIP and Design Services Manager
Bridget Faulkenberry, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Cemetery
Abby Stainfield, Park Planner
Chad Weaver, City Attorney
AJ Fawver, AICP, CNU-A, CPM, Planning Director
Lata Krishnarao, AICP, LEED ND, Interim Planning Director
Kristen Sager, MPA, Planning and Zoning Manager
Katya Copeland, Senior Planner
Iván Gonzalez, Planner
Eric Myers, Planner
Nathan Webb, Planner
Gloria Diaz, Management Assistant
City Staff
East Lubbock Community Alliance
Frenship ISD
Lubbock Arts Alliance
Lubbock Chamber of Commerce
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock-Cooper ISD
Lubbock County
Lubbock ISD
Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization
Lubbock Roots Historical Arts Council
North & East Lubbock Community Development Corporation
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Tech University
West Texas Home Builders Association
Professional Associations, Civic Groups, and Government Institutions
City of Lubbock
Freese and Nichols, Inc.
Lubbock Economic Development Alliance
Visit Lubbock
Photography
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CHAPTER 1
Community Snapshot
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HISTORICAL OVERVIEW
The purpose of this Community Snapshot is to consider the historic and existing conditions that impact
Lubbock, including demographics, economics, geography, and public policy. This chapter and the next,
Vision and Goals, establish the basis of understanding for the assessments and recommendations that
are provided in later chapters.
Modern-day Lubbock is thought to have been inhabited by people for more than 12,000 years. In 1936, archaeological artifacts
dating back 11,000 years were discovered at an archaeological site in north Lubbock. In 1988, the area was designated the
Lubbock Lake Landmark State Historical Site and subsequently the Lubbock Lake National Historic and State Archaeological
Landmark (Source: Texas Almanac Online).
Lubbock was founded as part of the movement westward into the High Plains of Texas by ranchers and farmers. The City and
County are named for Thomas S. Lubbock, former Texas Ranger and brother of Francis R. Lubbock, governor of Texas during the
Civil War. As early as 1884, a post office existed at a store in Yellow House Canyon, in the northern part of the present-day City.
Lubbock incorporated in 1909; today it is the County seat and largest city in the U.S. Southern High Plains.
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Source: City of Lubbock
Source: City of Lubbock
Lubbock’s historical growth relied heavily on
agricultural production, specifically cotton and
sorgum. Over time, this led to spin-off industries. By
1930, Lubbock was home to more than 60 wholesale
outlets and manufacturing plants.
1930S19TH C.Lubbock had 292 industrial establishments. Lubbock
was a wholesale trade and retail center for 51
counties in West Texas and eastern New Mexico. The
City was also the world’s leader in the cottonseed
industry. By the 1980s, Lubbock’s 13 banks had
deposits approaching $1.5 billion.
Source: Texas Almanac Online
1980S
Lubbock elected county seat1891
Lubbock has law offices, stores,
a dentist, land agents, a livery
stable, two hotels, and the
county courthouse and jail.
1895
First newspaper begins
publication
Santa Fe Railroad runs through
Lubbock
1909
20TH C.Lubbock incorporates March 16
First power plant established1916
Lubbock Sanitarium (hospital)
opens
1917
Texas Technological College
established
1923
Lubbock Municipal Airport
opens
1930
Lubbock Symphony Orchestra
established
1946
Lubbock Public Library opens1954
Lubbock Christian College
(now University) established
1957
Texas Technological College
becomes Texas Tech University
1969
Lubbock Civic Ballet founded
TTU Health Sciences Center
established
1970
Downtown Lubbock hit by
major tornado
Covenant Medical Center opens1998
21ST C.City of Lubbock buys Citizen’s
Tower
2014
Overton Hotel opens2009
Widespread flooding from
multiple back-to-back events
1999
Reese AFB closed1997
First motor-driven fire truck1915
Lake Alan Henry goes online2012
Gateway Streets Fund established2004
Milwaukee project started2005
4th on Broadway started1990
Cultural District Designation
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POPULATIONYEAR
LUBBOCK IN 2018
Today, Lubbock is a thriving community of more than 260,000 people. It is home to multiple universities and boasts a wealth of
world-class cultural amenities, including a State-certified Cultural District, the National Ranching Heritage Center, and more than
80 parks. The City also hosts numerous evens, such as the 4th on Broadway Festival, Lubbock Arts Festival, Fiestas Del Llano,
Fiestas Patrias, and Juneteenth.
1910
50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2018
20,520
31,853
71,747
128,691
149,101
173,979
186,206
199,564
229,573
261,137
1,938 4,051 Source: Texas Almanac Online; U.S. Census
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Plan Title (Aligning Chapter); Year Completed Commissioning Entity
Comprehensive Land Use Plan (4); 1986*City of Lubbock
Overton Revitalization Plan (7); 1986 City of Lubbock
North and East Lubbock Master Development Plan (7); 2004 City of Lubbock
Thoroughfare Plan (5); 2007*City of Lubbock
Downtown Revitalization Action Plan (7); 2008 City of Lubbock
Downtown Public Improvements Design Standards (7); 2011 City of Lubbock
Campus Master Plan (7); 2014 Texas Tech University
Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan (8); 2016***City of Lubbock
Water Master Plan (6); 2017 City of Lubbock
North and East Lubbock Neighborhood Plans (7); 2017***North & East Lubbock Community Development
Corporation
Stormwater Master Plan (6); 2018**City of Lubbock
Bicyclist and Pedestrian Plan (5); 2018**Lubbock MPO
Wastewater Master Plan (6); 2019**City of Lubbock
Transit Master Plan (5); 2019**City of Lubbock
*Updated 2018 upon adoption of this Comprehensive Plan
**Update is ongoing or not yet initiated
***Plan or update not formally adopted by City
PLANNING CONTEXT
PLANS
Plans come in all shapes and sizes - from grassroots neighborhood plans to Citywide or regional master
plans. Most plans are largely visionary in nature, as opposed to regulatory - laying the groundwork for
regulatory policies, additional studies, and capital spending projects. It is important to note though
that not all plans are recognized by the City as public policy. Nonetheless, any and all plans that have
been commissioned by a local entity help explain the planning context that influences and informs this
Comprehensive Plan. The table below provides an overview of the plans with which this Comprehensive
Plan must align.
This Comprehensive Plan is one of many documents that helps Lubbock grow in accordance with the
vision and values of the community. This section considers the other documents and initiatives, both past
and present, that will impact and interact with the implementation of this Plan.
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COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN
Lubbock’s 1986 Comprehensive Land Use Plan is the precursor to both this Comprehensive Plan and the Future Land Use Plan.
As the name suggests, the 1986 Plan focused on land use and has not been comprehensively reviewed or updated in over 30
years. Much has changed since then, but the 1986 Plan provides insight into the City’s vision for the future and an understanding
of Lubbock’s land use patterns today.
THOROUGHFARE PLAN
The previous Thoroughfare Plan was last updated and adopted in 2007. The 2007 update was a continuation of the original
vision for transportation in the City and was predominantly focused on revising the map alignments and status of the roadway
construction. The 2018 Transportation Plan is part of this Comprehensive Plan and is supplemented by the growing bike and
transit networks. The Plan considers numerous transportation-related factors including roadways, multi-modal transit (bikability,
walkability, and public transit).
These updates, discussed further in Chapter 4, include revisions to:
• Functional classifications
• Cross sections
• The Thoroughfare Map and digital mapping
• Technical nomenclature
• Policy and safety considerations
• Funding mechanisms
• Access management
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UPCOMING PLANS
TRANSIT MASTER PLAN
The Transit Master Plan is scheduled to kick off in 2019. This plan will study the existing and future needs related to public trans-
portation.
BICYCLIST AND PEDESTRIAN MASTER PLAN
This Plan is focused on safety, connectivity, and navigation, and the types of bicycle and pedestrian improvements that are needed
in the Lubbock Metropolitan Area. Although this Plan will not be completed until after the adoption of this Comprehensive Plan,
its findings and recommendations will be critical to future updates of the Comprehensive Plan.
WATER MASTER PLAN
The Water Master Plan was initiated in May 2014 and completed in August 2017. The goal of the Water Master Plan was to
evaluate and analyze the distribution system, measure existing performance, identify deficiencies, and recommend system
improvements. The Water Master Plan evaluated the entire Water Distribution System, including system performance, and
compared the findings with population and land use projections to identify trends and forecast demands over the next 20 years.
The Plan found that average day demand is projected to grow from 40 to 50 million gallons per day (MGD) over the next 20
years and maximum Day demand is projected to grow from 80 to 90 MGD. The Plan also identified improvements to help
meet the future projected growth and to correct deficiencies.
WASTEWATER MASTER PLAN
The Wastewater Master Plan was started in May 2017 and is scheduled to be completed in May 2019. The Wastewater Master
Plan will evaluate the collection system capacity, condition, and performance of the existing system, and compare the findings to
5-, 10-, and 20-year projections. A detailed and robust hydraulic model was developed for analysis of future system recommen-
dations, as well as to evaluation of the system’s compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements. The Master Plan will identify needed improvements that address existing
deficiencies and help provide direction for system growth and expansion. The improvements will generally include the following
items:
• Wastewater collector/interceptor lines
• Lift Stations (new construction, rehabilitation, or decommissioning)
• Sewer line rehabilitations
• Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Studies (SSES)
STORMWATER MASTER PLAN
The Stormwater Master Plan is anticipated to be completed in 2018. The focus of the Plan is to evaluate the entire Stormwater
program and includes updates to the existing Drainage Criteria Manual (DCM) and Master Drainage Plan (MDP). The goal of the
plan is to facilitating responsible, cost-effective development, making the development review process more user-friendly, and
leveraging technology to provide improved resources. Proposed capital improvement projects are also identified and a frame-
work established for future implementation. Several elements of this portion of the Stormwater Master Plan are critical to
the implementation of this Comprehensive Plan, specifically updated development criteria for playas, detention or reten-
tion criteria, and floodplain and floodway development requirements. The MDP aims to identify locations along thorough-
fares where there will potentially be additional drainage requirements or insufficient capacity in the standard roadway section.
The draft DCM includes provisions for updating the MDP information when drainage information is modified.
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DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION ACTION PLAN
Adopted in 2008, the Downtown Revitalization Action Plan (Downtown Plan) provides an assessment, visioning, scenario plans,
a preferred plan, and action plan for Downtown. The preferred plan includes strategies for districts, streetscape, and identity.
This document informs the Comprehensive Plan by identifying the historical key elements and action plan for Downtown
revitalization. Many recommendations included the following topics:
Districts
• Arts & Convention District
• Depot Entertainment District
• Central Business District
• Residential District
• Gateway and Destination Retail District
• Transition District
Streetscape
• Streets for People
• Vehicular greenways
• Brick streets
• Parking strategy
• Bus, circulator, and bike routes
Identity
• Logos
• Signage and gateways
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
Lubbock County created a Hazard Mitigation Plan in 2015 to assess and
mitigate potential threats to the community. The threats identified in the
Plan were weather, wildfire, and dam failure.
The following probabilities of each disaster were also identified:
• Thunderstorms – highly likely
• Tornadoes – 3 touchdowns every 2 years
• Winter storm – 1 per year
• Flooding – highly likely
• Drought – 1 per 7 years
There is always a possibility that a disaster can occur due to the combina-
tion of different hazards or from an unknown disaster (earthquakes, man
made, bacteriological, etc.). Twelve recommendations came out of the Haz-
ard Mitigation Plan, most of which will involve capital spending. However,
one strategy directly ties to this Comprehensive Plan: Implement and in-
corporate Smart Growth initiatives into the approved Hazard Mitiga-
tion Plan and long-term community development planning activities.
DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION
ACTION PLAN
EDAW / DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES / PARKHILL, SMITH & COOPER
City of Lubbock, Texas
DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION
ACTION PLAN
February 5, 2008
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L U BBOC K C O UNT Y
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Human Life and Property
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TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
Texas Tech University updated its Lubbock Campus Master Plan in 2014 with a focus on land use and strategic visioning. As an
extension of the State of Texas, public universities are exempt from local development regulations. Fortunately, Lubbock and Texas
Tech have a strong relationship, and TTU’s Campus Master Plan informs the Comprehensive Plan by providing insight into the
University’s expected growth, infrastructure and land use investments, and possible public and private partnerships. The
major planning strategy is comprised of six principles, several of which are applicable to this Comprehensive Plan:
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITYTEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
Land-Use Vision & Plan
LUBBOCK CAMPUSMASTERPLAN
2014 UPDATE
Principle 1: Enrollment Growth
• Increase by 9,000 students by 2024
Principle 2: Strengthen the Academic Core
• Increase connectivity between Texas Tech and the City
• Incorporate sustainable design, infill, and infrastructure
efficiency
• Create an environment that invigorates collaboration
and synergy
Principle 3: Identity & Sense of Place
• Install architectural elements at entry points to campus
• Define architectural design guidelines
• Maintain a focus on vistas and grassy malls; increase the
presence of smaller, sheltered, more pedestrian-scaled
landscaped peripheral zones
• Minimize the presence of parking lots through lot size
reduction and the introduction of landscaping and
architectural elements
Principle 4: Land Endowment for Strategic Initiatives
• Leverage hundreds of acres of undeveloped land
• Examine alternative options for housing development
• Establish strategic partnerships via land parcel leases
• Implement mixed-use development into the western and
northwestern peripheries of the campus
• Develop strategic initiatives and research partnerships,
including land and parcel leases with private sector
research-intensive entities
Principle 5: Open Space
• Development of two new pedestrian malls
• Ongoing transitions:
-Adding asphalt to concrete streets
-Enhancing pedestrian walkways
-Adding drought-tolerant ornamental and shade trees
-Providing a diverse range of parks
• Renew focus on building orientation
Principle 6: Campus Circulation & Connectivity
• Consider providing multi-modal movement to and
through the campus
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NORTH & EAST LUBBOCK MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Completed in 2005, this Plan was commissioned by the City of Lubbock and the North & East Lubbock Community Development
Corporation (NELCDC). The Plan was created by citizens, City staff, shareholders, and local elected officials, and provides
guidance on future community development issues. The Plan also provides more detailed analysis and development strategies on
chosen specific sites to attract short-term investment and development interest. Although 14 years old, the Plan contains several
elements that are critical to this Comprehensive Plan, including a market analysis, preferred plan, and implementation strategies.
PREFERRED PLAN
The preferred strategy for North and East Lubbock is composed
of the following recommendations:
North
• Beautification of the right-of-way along the Marsha Sharp
Freeway and portions of the University Avenue and Avenue
U corridors
• Housing infill, stabilization, rehabilitation, and new
development in the area, particularly housing adjacent to
Marsha Sharp Freeway
• New commercial development and stabilization, serving
the community and the Texas Tech campus, replacing the
commercial that has been undermined or removed due to
the highway construction
• Exploring of pedestrian, vehicular, and trail linkages with
the North Overton Revitalization Project
• Lessening the impact of the industrial uses on the
surrounding residences
• Engaging the green, linear corridor created by the Canyon
Lakes parks and the destinations located along the corridor
such as Fiesta Plaza
• Better connecting to Texas Tech by converting the
abandoned rail line into a pedestrian trail
• Gateway project along University Avenue
East
• Enhancing designated corridors with streetscape improvements, elevating their character to “boulevard” status
-Parkway should be developed as a boulevard connector to better link the North and East development zones
-Likewise, Broadway should be developed as a boulevard connector to better link East Lubbock with downtown Lubbock
• Housing infill, stabilization, and rehabilitation in existing neighborhoods. Targeting “cluster” residential development on
current agricultural sites that help complete the residential nature of the area
• Enhancing the two Parkway retail districts, including the new grocery store-oriented district and the smaller commercial
district at the intersection of Parkway and Martin Luther King Jr., through aesthetic improvements, addition of quality
tenants, and improved pedestrian connections between buildings
• Targeting key vacant sites for residential and/or mixed-use development that align with or overlook the Canyon Lakes
• Maintaining and enhancing institutions in the area as employment and educational centers, as well as means for area stability
• Using “public anchors” as catalysts for infill/rehab and cluster site development
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OVERTON REVITALIZATION PLAN
In 1986, the Center for Urban Studies at Texas Tech conducted
a 20-year plan for the Overton neighborhood. The focus of
the Plan is land use and urban design, and the Plan identifies
recommended future land uses and catalyst projects. It does
not appear that the Plan was ever adopted as public policy;
nonetheless, it provides insight into the assessed conditions
and vision for this iconic neighborhood.
NORTH AND EAST LUBBOCK
NEIGHBORHOOD PLANS
In 2017, two neighborhoods, Parkway-Cherry Point and Jackson-Mahon, commissioned action plans in coordination with the
NELCDC. These neighborhood plans were not official City plans and were not adopted as public policy; however, the plans pro-
vide insight into the conditions, needs, and desires of residents in the neighborhoods.
PARKS, RECREATION, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN
The City’s current Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan was adopted in 2011. The Plan is focused on existing facilities,
providing a detailed assessment of current inventory. The Plan was updated in 2016 but not adopted. It is anticipated that a new
Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan will be commissioned in 2020 or 2021 with a renewed focus on future and new
facility needs based on growth. This document informs the Comprehensive Plan by identifying the location and conditions of
existing facilities and providing insight as to how the City plans for and maintains its open space and parks and recreational
facilities.
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POLICIES
Unlike plans, policies are often regulatory in nature, though they can also serve as a guide in some cases. Ideally, regulatory
policies are rooted in a community’s visionary plans, as is the case with Lubbock. Some policies are narrow in scope and affect only
a specific area or topic. Others, such as development regulations, are wide-reaching. The table below provides an overview of the
policy documents with which this Comprehensive Plan must align with.
ZONING AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCES
Lubbock’s Subdivision Ordinance regulates the division of land into two or more parts. The Ordinance specifies the standards
for drawing and recording a plat, and requirements for public improvements necessary to ensure the property is suitable for
development.
Lubbock’s Zoning Ordinance governs the use of land and the location, size and height of buildings. The Ordinance also divides
Lubbock into multiple districts, with each district containing its own regulations that are uniformly applied to all property within
the district. The Zoning Ordinance is divided into two parts: a map and accompanying policies, with the policies specifying the
regulations and the map identifying the location of the districts. The Zoning Ordinance also outlines standards and guidelines for
special districts, such as Downtown.
CBD DESIGN GUIDELINES
Lubbock has multiple sets of regulations that stipulate development standards within the City’s core. Each CBD zoning district
includes standards for height and building orientation, building mass and scale, parking areas, and landscape areas. These include:
• 1999 Design Standards for the Central Business District
• Central Business District - CB-2 (Broadway/13th/Main)
• Central Business District - CB-3 (General)
• Central Business District - CB-4 (Depot)
• Central Business District - CB-5 (Civic Center)
• Central Business District - CB-6 (Arts)
Downtown Public Improvements Design Standards
Intended to serve as the implementing arm of the Downtown Revitalization Action Plan for public improvements, this document
is designed to work in tandem with the CBD zoning districts. This document is unique because it includes requirements for parts
of the public right-of-way. The Downtown Public Improvements Design Standards do not replicate the requirements of the CBD
Ordinances, but set a minimum standard for all right-of-way improvements in the area.
OVERTON DESIGN GUIDELINES
Overton Park Public Improvements Site Design Guidelines
Beginning in 2004, there was renewed public and private interest in the revitalization of the Overton neighborhood. In partner-
ship with the development community, the City commissioned this Plan to make the vision for Overton official City policy. The
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Study Title (Aligning Chapter)Regulating Entity
Cultural District Recertification Study City of Lubbock
Citibus Fixed-Route Study City of Lubbock
Plan prescribes future land use patterns and provides guidelines for many elements of the built environment, including:
• Landscaping
• Signage
• Gateways and gateway streets
• Corridors
• Public art
• Streetscape design (including sidewalks, streetscape amenities, lighting, fencing/screening, and buffering)
CANYON LAKES POLICY ZONE
Adopted in 1972, Canyon Lakes Policy Zone (Ordinance No. 6323) establishes land use and design standards for the newly-
constructed Canyon Lake Park. Although the policy has largely fallen out of use, it nonetheless provides guidance on topics such
as landscaping, commercial/industrial storage screening, and emissions.
ANNEXATION AND GROWTH POLICY REPORT
In August 2015, a detailed Annexation and Growth Policy Report was created by the Annexation and Growth Advisory Committee
(which was initiated by the Lubbock City Council). The report identified ten major recommendations for the City’s annexation
policies and procedures.
STUDIES
Studies are neither visionary nor regulatory in nature - they are intended to research and generate knowledge about an area or
issue.
CULTURAL DISTRICT RECERTIFICATION STUDY
The Lubbock Arts Alliance commissioned a study of the Cultural District in 2017 to identify how to further enhance the District
as it prepares to seek recertification with the Texas Commission on the Arts in 2019. The Study identified several areas for im-
provement of the District, many of which are applicable to this Comprehensive Plan. Because the Arts and Cultural District runs
through many of Lubbock’s most iconic and popular neighborhoods, the recommendations provided within the Recertification
Study merit careful consideration and incorporation into City policy as appropriate.
CITIBUS FIXED-ROUTE STUDY
Citibus is Lubbock’s only public transit provider, offering fixed-route service throughout the City to Texas Tech University in the
form of both on and off-campus shuttles. The purpose of this study was to:
• Assess the current conditions of Citibus service
• Determine potential gaps in service and barriers to effective operations
• Identify system strengths that should be maintained
• Provide service development strategies to be implemented in the near-term, with existing resources that will include route
and schedule planning changes, administrative changes, and build on already efficient practices.
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NATURAL CONSTRAINTS
PLAYA LAKES
Playa lakes (also referred to simply as playas or “dry weather
lakes”) are recurring, temporary bodies of water of varying
size and depth. These lakes are unique to the U.S. Southern
High Plains, collecting rainwater in a region of otherwise
relatively flat terrain. There are hundreds of playa lakes
throughout Lubbock and the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ).
The playa lakes are crucial to supporting wildlife, agriculture,
and drinking water. However, their primary function is to
accommodate drainage.
CANYON LAKES
The Canyon Lakes are a chain of six reservoirs. This chain
represents one of the most interesting and beautiful areas
of Lubbock. The Canyon Lakes are one of Lubbock’s best
opportunities for recreation and tourism.
LAKE ALAN HENRY
While not located in the City limits or ETJ, Lake Alan Henry
is owned and maintained by the City of Lubbock. The Lake
provides 40 percent of Lubbock’s current water supply and is
therefore considered an external physical constraint
(Source: Texas Water Development Board).
ELEVATION
Lubbock has little topographic variation, with a difference of
only 344’ between the high and low points of the City and
ETJ. As evidenced by the prevalence of playa lakes, Lubbock’s
sloping from high to low points is very gradual; the points are
on opposite ends of the City’s ETJ, separated by nearly 20
miles.
FLOODPLAIN
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) defines
a floodplain as any land area susceptible to being inundated
by floodwaters from any source. In Lubbock, most floodplains
occur around playa lakes. Within the City limits, 13.9 percent
of land (11,491 acres) is designated a floodplain compared to
11.4 percent (25,987 acres) in the ETJ.
PHYSICAL FEATURES
Physical features are defined as the natural and built environmental factors that impact how Lubbock grows and develops.
Overall, Lubbock generally does not have significant physical constraints on its growth or development; the terrain is relatively
flat, there are no large bodies of water, and there are only a few adjacent cities.
WHAT IS THE ETJ?
The ETJ is an area adjacent to a community’s city limits
where the community may enforce its subdivision
regulations but not zoning regulations. This is also the
area in which a community has the power to annex, in
accordance with State law. ETJs are regulated by Texas
Local Government Code, Chapter 42. The size of the
ETJ depends of the population of the community and
proximity to other ETJs.
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The purpose of this profile is twofold – to understand the conditions that exist in Lubbock and to understand how existing
conditions compare to peer communities. This section also informs the Future Land Use Map by providing a growth rate that is
used to project future demand of land uses.
The American Community Survey (ACS) is an annual survey comprised of five-
year estimates. This demographic profile uses the 2016 ACS, so the data is
based on surveys from 2012-2016. The ACS is comprised of four categories:
demographics, social, housing, and economic data.
POPULATION
Lubbock’s population has grown steadily throughout its history.
Population as of July, 2017: 253,888
New residents in 50 years: 100,000+
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last 50 years: 1.2%
CAGR represents the average compound annual population growth rate over
a period of time. Growth rates vary from year-to-year and even decade-to-
decade; CAGR averages these rates. City leadership and staff can use CAGR
to project future growth trends and make decisions accordingly.
Year Population 50-Year CAGR
1910 1,938
1920 4,051
1930 20,520
1940 31,853
1950 71,747
1960 128,691
1970 149,101
1.2%
1980 173,979
1990 186,206
2000 199,564
2010 229,573
2018 261,137
STUDENT POPULATION
39,808
Approximate population according to the
2017/2018 numbers from Texas Tech
University, Lubbock Christian University, South
Plains College, and Wayland Baptist University
Source: Texas Almanac Online; U.S. Census
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AGE
Age trends within the population can indicate and project need for services such as hospitals, parks, schools, transportation, and
community centers. Age distribution can also help identify the kinds of land uses that are desirable within a community. Lubbock’s
age distribution is very similar to statewide averages with a few notable exceptions.
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5 to 9 years 6.8%7.5%
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15 to 19 years 8.6%7.1%
20 to 24 years 14.3%7.3%
25 to 34 years 15.1%14.5%
35 to 44 years 10.8%13.5%
45 to 54 years 10.3%12.9%
55 to 59 years 5.2%5.9%
60 to 64 years 4.4%5.0%
65 to 74 years 6.0%6.8%
75 to 84 years 3.9%3.4%
85+ years 1.6%1.3%
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The terms “race” and
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different characteristics.
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biological factors, such
as facial features or
hair color. Ethnicity is
associated with cultural
factors, such as language
and traditions. A person
can identify as one or
more race(s) regardless
of ethnicity, though it is
generally considered that
people only identify with
one ethnicity.
Source: U.S. Census
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HOUSEHOLDS
Housing and household factors, such as age, type, occupancy rate, and value, are very important factors for communities to con-
sider when planning for the future. The following data reflects the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2016 American Community Survey.
Family household: Two or more related people
Non-family household: Unrelated people or a person living alone
HOUSING
• 29.6% of housing constructed since 2000
• 35.7% of housing constructed before 1970
• 40% of housing is valued under $100,000
• 8.5% of housing values are over $300,000
• 65.6% of renters pay under $1,000/month including util-
ities
Family Households
Non-family Households
60%
40%
90.3%90.0%88.5%90.0%Occupancy Rate
65.5%43.6%58.1%71.5%Single Family Homes
1.3%2.9%2.2%1.8%Owner-Occupied Vacancy
Rate
52.2%35.9%57.4%60.9%Percent Owner-Occupied
of Total Housing Stock
$1,245 $1,610 $1,162 $1,195Median Monthly Mortgage
$118,300 $192,700 $98,800 $120,500Median Home Value
47.8%64.1%42.6%39.1%Percent Renter-Occupied
of TotalHousing Stock
8.2%6.4%5.6%8.9%Renter-Occupied
Vacancy Rate
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91.3%
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$1,486
$182,300
35.9%
6.0%
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Economic conditions can shed light on a community’s buying power, tax base, preferences for land uses, and likelihood of needing
various social services. The following data reflects the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2016 American Community Survey and most recent
data available from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
16.2
MINUTES
AVERAGE COMMUTE TIME
Occupation: The particular job roles held by
employed members of the community regardless
of whether such jobs are located within the
community.
Industry: The grouping of similar economic
activities. It is a measure of the distribution of
employment sectors within a community.
OCCUPATION VS. INDUSTRY
Management,
business, science
& arts
Production,
transport., &
materials moving
Sales & Office
Natural resources,
construction, &
maintenance
35%9.7%
Service20.7%25.8%
8.8%
OCCUPATION
INDUSTRY
Educational,
healthcare, or
social service
industries
30.1%
Retail trade
industries
13.1%
Arts, entertainment,
recreation, &
accommodation/food
service industries
12.0%
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$50,000
$60,000
$70,000
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Mean
$45,499
$63,368
MEDIAN & MEAN
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
3.4%
Remaining Industry Distribution
• 7.7%: Professional, scientific, and management, and administrative
and waste management services
• 6.0%: Construction
• 5.4%: Finance and insurance, and real estate and rental and leasing
• 5.3%: Other services, except public administration
• 5.0%: Manufacturing
• 4.3%: Transportation and warehousing, and utilities
• 3.7%: Wholesale trade
• 3.4%: Public administration
• 2.1%: Information
• 2.0%: Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining
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DESCRIPTIONS
The following land use types currently exist within the City of Lubbock.
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Low Density Residential is representative of a single dwelling unit that is
detached from any other dwelling unit and is designed to be occupied by only
one family. Single family homes are by far the dominant housing type and
land use type currently existing within Lubbock. This category also includes
manufactured housing that is built to the standards of “site-built” houses.
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Medium Density Residential, commonly referred to as duplex units, are
structures with two dwelling units attached by a common wall that are
designed to be occupied by two families (one in each unit). This can also include
townhomes, garden/patio homes, duplexes, fourplexes, and single-structure
multi-family.
HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
High Density Residential is composed of multi-family homes, which are
structures with numerous dwelling units that are designed to be occupied by
several families. This term can be used to describe a series of structures in a
complex. Multi-family homes are also commonly referred to as apartments.
PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION
Public park land, open space, and/or recreational areas located outdoors fall
within the parks and outdoor recreation land use type. This land designation
includes facilities such as tennis courts, public swimming pools, public pavilions,
and basketball courts. It also includes privately-owned facilities that generally
require some form of membership or residence.
PUBLIC USE
Public Use facilities are accessible to the public. Such facilities include schools,
churches, public buildings, cemeteries, and some medical facilities. This land
use type also includes some support services, such as school bus storage lots.
EXISTING LAND USE
The purpose of this section is to understand the current land use pattern of the City. It is important to understand the type and
location of existing land uses. It provides a basis for the development of the Future Land Use Map by carrying over uses that are
not expected to change within the next 20 years.
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COMMERCIAL
Businesses that primarily provide a service to consumers are referred to as
commercial establishments. Examples include hotels, automobile service
stations, automobile sales lots, self-storage businesses, etc. Commercial also
includes retail establishments - businesses that primarily sell commodities or
goods to consumers. Examples include restaurants, grocery stores, beauty
salons, and shopping centers. Commercial also includes office - all types
of professional and administrative office uses, including those occupied by
doctors, lawyers, dentists, Real estate agents, architects, and accountants.
INDUSTRIAL
The industrial land use type allows for the processing, storage, assembly, and/
or repairing of materials. Businesses within this land use designation range
from light industrial with all activity occurring indoors, to heavy industrial with
activity sometimes occurring outside.
RIGHT-OF-WAY
Right-of-way is land that is dedicated to public use for streets, alleys, and rail
lines.
VACANT
Vacant land has no readily visible or apparent use, but is often used for ranching
or agricultural purposes.
EXISTING LAND USE MAP
• The location and distribution of these land uses is illustrated in the adjacent Existing Land Use Map. This Map is an analytical
tool and is intended only to show broad categories of land uses as they currently (at the time of analysis) exist in the City. It
should be noted that this Map is not intended to identify the character of existing development. The Existing Land Use Map
was informed by aerial imaging and is important because it provides a graphical representation of where development is
located throughout Lubbock and in what form it exists. Because many land uses, such as residential, public use, and industrial,
often do not change over long periods of time, the Existing Land Use Map is also one of the first inputs when creating the
Future Land Use Map.
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R-L Residential Low Density
R-M Residential Medium Density
R-H Residential High Density
C-R Commercial Retail
C-W Commercial Wholesale
C-S Commercial Service
CWS Commercial Warehouse
INM Industrial Non-Manufacturing
I-M Industrial Manufacturing
P-R Parks and Outdoor Recreation
P-U Public Use
T-U Gas Utility Office
V-A Vacant Agricultural Land
Vacant Areas
Lubbock City Limits
Future Loop 88
• October 2018
Figure 1.2: Existing Land Use Map
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EXISTING LAND USE DISTRIBUTION: EXISTING CITY LIMITS
CLASSIFICATION ACRES % OF DEVELOPED % OF TOTAL
Developed- Nonresidential 9,101 17%10%
Commercial: Retail 2,009 4%2%
Commercial: Wholesale 1,317 2%2%
Commercial: Service 2,778 5%3%
Commercial: Warehouse 448 1%1%
Industrial: Non-Manufacturing 924 2%1%
Industrial: Manufacturing 1,625 3%2%
Developed- Public Use 11,404 21%13%
Parks and Outdoor Recreation 4,071 (only 2,641
maintained by City)8%5%
Public Use 7,333 14%8%
Developed- Residential 17,573 33%20%
Residential: Low Density 15,072 28%17%
Residential: Medium Density 633 1%1%
Residential: High Density 1,868 3%2%
Developed- Other 15,385 29%18%
ROW 14,045 26%16%
Gas Utility Office 1,340 3%2%
Undeveloped 33,556 -39%
Vacant: Agriculture 212 -0%
Vacant: Other 3,837 -4%
Vacant: Undeveloped 29,507 -34%
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• Original City development was located within the
loop and built on a grid pattern.
• Strip development of nonresidential (retail and
commercial uses) has occurred along numerous
section line roads.*
• Higher intensity uses (industrial or heavy
commercial) are located along highways and
generally concentrated in the northern and
eastern parts of the City.*
• Large amounts of public uses exist because of
TTU, and City and County government facilities,
which are centrally located.
• Downtown has the highest density development
and is bordered by TTU to the west; many
university-oriented uses (both residential and
nonresidential) surround TTU.
• Canyon Lakes runs through the eastern half of
the City, generally separating east and west,
and serves as the largest single source of open
greenspace.
• Most of the newest development is located to
the south and west – predominantly low density
residential and supporting uses.*
*Not all of these development trends are ideal in the
long-term for Lubbock. Best practices and implications
are discussed in the policy chapters (those with formal
recommendations), specifically the Future Land Use
Plan.
CITY LIMITS:
DEVELOPMENT TRENDS
CITY LIMITS
The current City limits span 87,018 acres, equivalent to 136
square miles. Approximately 61 percent of land within the City
is developed. Of this developed land, 33 percent is composed of
residential, primarily low density. Nonresidential uses compose
17 percent of developed land. Public uses account for 21 percent
of Lubbock’s developed land. Finally, nonstructural developed
uses, primarily right-of-way, comprise the final 29 percent of
Lubbock’s developed land.
EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION
(ETJ)
The ETJ is an area adjacent to a community’s city limits where
the community may enforce its subdivision regulations but not
zoning regulations. This is also the area in which a community
has the power to annex, in accordance with State law. ETJs are
regulated by Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 42. The
size of the ETJ depends of the population of the community.
Lubbock currently has 233,106 acres of land within its ETJ, or
over 364 square miles. Because there are only a handful of other
ETJs or city limits around Lubbock, the City will have flexibility in
the future to determine the best areas to incorporate.
Other regulations that can be enforced in ETJ are: outdoor
signs, industrial districts, nuisances, some types of impact fees,
streams, drainage & recharge features, development plats, and
utility systems. More information on the City’s ability to regulate
the ETJ can be found in the Texas Local Government Code.
SUMMARY
Lubbock is composed of a combination of a newer and older
established land use patterns; strategies will be required to
address both types of land use patterns. Recommendations
and redevelopment initiatives will be needed for existing,
aging neighborhoods and nonresidential areas. Appropriate
development standards and policies will be needed to guide new
development.
PATTERNS
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Vision and Goals
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BaselineData Collection
Trend Analysis
Economic
Analysis Public InputPublic Meetings
Stakeholder
Interviews
Advisory
Committee
Online Survey
Project Website RecommendationsIssue
Identification
Core Concepts
Best Practices
Forecasting
ImplementationRecommended
Policies
Implementation
Matrix
SUMMARY OF PUBLIC INPUT
In order for a comprehensive plan to be effective, it must be representative of the community. Ensuring that a plan represents
the community’s needs, desires, and vision for the future is done by soliciting input from the public at every step of the planning
process. In Lubbock, this included an online survey, Advisory Committee and subcommittees, stakeholder interviews, and open
houses.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) was established by the Lubbock City Council to champion the planning
process and guide the planning consultants. Members were appointed by the City Council to represent the community. The main
purpose of the CPAC was to assist with the formulation of policies and recommend the final draft Plan to the Planning & Zon-
ing Commission and City Council. The CPAC met numerous times throughout the planning process and dedicated a significant
amount of time to the development of this Comprehensive Plan. The following pages provide a summary of each CPAC meeting.
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CORE IDEAS:
Future Land Use Policy
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Core Ideas and Visioning: The Consultants facilitated interactive visioning
exercises with the Committee in order to begin to understand Lubbock’s needs,
desires, and values. The CPAC identified the big ideas that the Plan would need
to address. (Meeting location: Margaret Talkington School for Young Leaders)
CPAC #2 – JUNE 13, 2017
Project Kickoff: The consultant team and City staff had their first opportunity to
meet the Council-appointed Advisory Committee. The consultants provided an
overview of the planning process and duties of the CPAC. The CPAC shared their
high-level vision for the future of Lubbock. (Meeting location: Civic Center)
CPAC #1 – MAY 22, 2017
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Future Land Use Plan:
From August through November of 2017, the consultants worked with the Committee to create the Future Land Use Plan
and Map. The initial meeting focused on introducing the basics of land use planning and understanding key land use issues and
opportunities in Lubbock. Later meetings focused on refining the proposed map and formulating the policies that would need
to accompany the Plan. Each of these CPAC meetings was dedicated to a section of the Plan. At the end of each meeting, the
CPAC gave their recommendation to the consultants on how to proceed with writing the recommendations for each section.
(Meeting locations: CPAC #3 at West Texas Home Builders Association, CPAC #4 at Maxey Park Community Center, CPAC #5
at Lubbock-Cooper North Elementary, and CPAC #6 at Science Spectrum & OMNI Theatre)
CPAC #3 – AUGUST 22, 2017
CPAC #5 – OCTOBER 17, 2017
CPAC #4 – SEPTEMBER 19, 2017
CPAC #6 – NOVEMBER 14, 2017
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Community Character & Livability:
This meeting focused on community livability and quality
of life. The consultants presented planning trends and best
practices and heard from Committee members about existing
conditions in the community. (Meeting location: West Texas
Home Builders Association)
Transportation and Utilities:
Committee members heard from engineering and traffic
planning consultants about the ongoing planning efforts that
were being incorporated into the Plan. (Meeting location: Civic
Center)
Population Projections and Housing:
The consultant team presented historical growth trends and
various growth scenarios. The committee members discussed
which growth rates would be the best basis for future plan-
ning decisions. (Meeting location: Groves Branch Library)
Downtown, Canyon Lakes, and East Lubbock:
This meeting focused on how the Comprehensive Plan could
best promote, enhance, and connect many of Lubbock’s most
iconic districts and neighborhoods. (Meeting location: Civic
Center)
CPAC #7 – DECEMBER 12, 2017 CPAC #9 – FEBRUARY 21, 2018
CPAC #8 – JANUARY 23, 2018 CPAC #10 – MARCH 21, 2018
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Review Draft Plan, Future Land Use Updates, and Implementation/Prioritization:
The Advisory Committee reviewed all previously discussed strategies and voted on the overall policy directives for
the Plan. (Meeting location: Civic Center)
CPAC #12 – MAY 30, 2018
Parks and Economic Development:
The Advisory Committee viewed presentations on parks, funding, and economic development and voted on respec-
tive strategies. (Meeting location: Garden and Arts Center, Cultural Hall)
CPAC #11 – APRIL 18, 2018
The Advisory Committee discussed their comments on the draft Comprehensive Plan and voted to go through one
more round of edits before recommending the Comprehensive Plan to the P&Z and City Council. (Meeting location:
Civic Center)
CPAC #13 – SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
After the Open House, the Advisory Committee met to discuss any recommendations to the draft Plan based on input
at the Open House meeting. The Advisory Committee voted to add comments summarized from the Open House and
voted unanimously to forward the draft Plan to the P&Z and City Council for their consideration. Further, the Open
House comments as listed (1-4) are to be placed into an appendix for reference and preservation.
CPAC #14 – OCTOBER 16, 2018
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CPAC SUBCOMMITTEES
Throughout the planning process, several CPAC subcommittees were formed to focus on
various topics that were especially important to the future development of Lubbock. Each
subcommittee reached consensus on their assigned topics and presented their findings
and recommendations back to the entire CPAC.
FUTURE LAND USE
The future land use subcommittee was originally formed to assist in the development of an
Interim Future Land Use Plan. During the development of that document, the issue of in-
frastructure funding became an important topic that required further discussion. After the
adoption of the Interim Future Land Use Plan, the subcommittee continued to explore rec-
ommendations for how to fund future infrastructure. The subcommittee met three times
throughout the planning process.
PARKS
The parks subcommittee was formed to assist in developing recommendations for future
parkland in Lubbock. The main issues discussed were which types of parkland would be
accepted and maintained by the City and if all playas should become parkland. The recom-
mendations from this subcommittee were presented back to the CPAC for final consensus.
The final recommendations for parks can be found in Chapter 8. The subcommittee met
two times throughout the planning process, as well as with the Parks Board.
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PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETING #1
JULY 25, 2017
The main purpose of the first public meeting, held at the
Civc Center, was to inform and educate the public about
the comprehensive planning process. This information was
very important since the City had not undertaken a City-
wide long-range planning process since the mid-1980s. The
consultants gave a presentation explaining the planning
process, project schedule, and project details. The majority
of the meeting was spent allowing participants to give their
initial input on various issues and the vision for Lubbock on
various boards around the room. Questions included:
• Where do you see Lubbock in 10 to 20 years?
• What does Lubbock look like in the future?
• What are the issues and challenges that Lubbock faces?
• How can we ensure Lubbock’s quality of life is main-
tained?
• How can we ensure our neighborhoods continue to
thrive?
• What should Lubbock’s image and aesthetics be?
• What is missing most in Lubbock?
• How should economic development be used in Lub-
bock?
There was also a kids station (right) that allowed a space for
children to color on various activity pages that asked them to
draw the things they wanted to see in Lubbock in the future.
PUBLIC MEETING AND OPEN HOUSE #2
OCTOBER 15, 2018
The purpose of this meeting was to present the draft Comprehensive Plan to the public for comment. Held again at the Civic
Center, the Open House format was designed to inform the public about Plan contents and allow comments and interaction.
The Plan was made available to the public in advance via the City’s website. The open forum style allowed citizens to view
informative boards and ask questions. Advisory Committee members, City Staff, consultants and elected officials were in
attendance to visit and listen to the public comments. No action was taken at the Open House, but the meeting was recorded
and comments forwarded to the P&Z and City Council to be considered at future public hearings. These comments are included
in the Appendix of this Plan.
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the greenbelt and parks. This vision also includes improved public transit, encourages solar and alternative energy as well as wise
water use. The City will attract more middle class employers in new industries beyond agriculture and healthcare.
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My age is....
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6-10 years
11-20 years
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ONLINE SURVEY
There were 3,010 respondents to the survey. It was posted on the City’s website and project website from May 2017 to March
2018. The survey was also available in Spanish. The purpose of the online survey was to capture high level input from citizens
about the future development of Lubbock. The input was used by the CPAC and consultants to draft goals and guide Plan
recommendations. The following pages depict a summary of the survey results. Full online survey results are referenced in the
Appendix and can be requested at the City of Lubbock Planning Offices.
The most important factor for deciding to move to Lubbock was...
I was born or raised here 30%
Selection of housing/prices 2%
Job opportunities 29%
Local character 3%
Local amenities 1%
Schools/education 20%
Other 15%
What is your favorite characteristic of Lubbock?
There were a variety of responses to this open-ended question, however the most common responses were:
TEXAS TECH SMALL TOWN FEELTHE FRIENDLY PEOPLE LACK OF TRAFFIC
How would you rate Lubbock in terms of overall
general appearance?
39%
51%
6%
4%
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
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OPPORTUNITIES & THREATS
A series of survey questions asked participants about the opportunities and
threats facing Lubbock. These questions were targeted at economic growth
as well as the overall vision for Lubbock.
out of 5
Medical-related
growth
University-related
growth4.45 4.38
out of 5
On a scale of 1 to 5,
what are the greatest opportunities to Lubbock’s economic growth?
Redevelopment of
existing areas
Downtown25%22%
What would you consider to be Lubbock’s greatest opportunity
for future improvements?
Visitor percep-
tion, identity
Infrastructure needs
(i.e. roads, water, sew-
er, utilities)
30%22%
What would you consider the greatest threat to your vision
for Lubbock?
Ability to provide
adequate work-
force supply
Agriculture issues3.42 3.19
out of 5 out of 5
On a scale of 1 to 5,
what are the greatest threats to Lubbock’s economic growth?
What is one thing you would change
about Lubbock?
• Green space and outdoor activity
• More pedestrian friendly
• More entertainment options
• Green energy options
• Constant construction
• More mixed-use development
• Public transportation
• Thoroughfare development
• Marsha Sharp Freeway
• Infrastructure upgrades
• Revitalize older neighborhoods
• More bike paths
• More high-tech jobs
• Property tax rate
• Improved regional transportation
with planes and trains
• Improvement to downtown
• Sprawl
• Diversified manufacturing base
• More arts and cultural venues
• Investment in the southwest part of
town
• Lubbock Power & Light
• More family activities
• Better drainage during heavy rains
• Embracing cultural diversity
• Increased neighborhood watch
• Growth rate
• More industry
• High standards for development
• Amount of drunk drivers
• Investment in the east side
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ASSETS & ISSUES
Two questions on the survey asked participants to consider
the assets and issues within Lubbock. The majority
responded with the following:
Responded
Texas Tech
University
* Crime and LP&L were the most frequent write-in responses
58%
What would you consider to be Lubbock’s greatest
asset?
Infrastructure
18%
Other*
15%
Aesthetics
16%
Job needs
11%
What would you consider the greatest single issue
facing Lubbock today?
What development types are needed most in
Lubbock?
What is your number one desire for Lubbock?
Other18%
Improve vehicular circulation5%
Increase employment opportunities19%
Additional housing choices1%
More sidewalks and trails12%
Additional parks8%
Don’t change anything1%
Improve older areas27%
New restaurants and entertainment9%
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Imagine Lubbock as you want it to be in 10-15 years.
What is it like?
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sidewalks
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housing
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• Clean, inviting city
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The purpose of the stakeholder meetings was to gain additional public input from groups in Lubbock that have a vested interest
in the City and the Comprehensive Plan. These meetings occurred throughout the first half of the planning process. The meetings
focused on the efforts of each group and how those efforts could be tied into Plan recommendations. The following groups were
identified as stakeholders and participated in meetings:
• Chamber of Commerce
• Lubbock Economic Development Alliance
• Imagine Lubbock Together
• Lubbock County
• West Texas Home Builders Association Developers Council
• Lubbock Christian University
• Texas Tech University (TTU) System
• Lubbock ISD
• Lubbock-Cooper ISD
• Frenship ISD
• Northeast Lubbock Community Development Corp.
• Lubbock Arts Alliance
• Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
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OUR VISION FOR LUBBOCK IS...
The core ideas are high-level organization for issues and challenges facing Lubbock. These core ideas were developed through
input from the CPAC, online survey, and public. Each core idea has a goal or statement that will tie directly to specific
recommendations, strategies, and actions in this Comprehensive Plan.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT
• Encourage infill development inside of the loop, specifi-
cally in north and east Lubbock
• Balance Lubbock’s southwest growth with other areas of
the City
• Develop a fiscally balanced Future Land Use Plan
MAJOR CORRIDORS
• Improve certain major corridors by re-examining land use
patterns, revitalizing aging sites, and re-purposing dete-
riorating areas
DOWNTOWN
• Support downtown revitalization as a vibrant place for
businesses, government, visitors, events, housing, arts,
entertainment, recreation, and shopping
• Connect downtown to Texas Tech University and Canyon
Lakes
• Create more walkable areas in downtown and reduce the
auto-footprint
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
• Create improvement initiatives to enhance existing and
potential special districts found throughout Lubbock
• Brand special districts with a unique identity
• Create connectivity between all special districts
CONNECTIVITY WITH LOCAL
UNIVERSITIES
• Continue to support the strategic plan priorities for local
universities and leverage associated opportunities
VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOODS AND
HOUSING VARIETY
• Protect and strengthen existing neighborhoods and pro-
mote a range of housing choices
• Develop neighborhood maintenance strategies specific
to each neighborhood
• Design guidelines for infill development specific to each
neighborhood
PARKS AND RECREATION GREENPRINT
• Provide parks and recreational amenities throughout
Lubbock to support quality of life, local character, revital-
ization, and image
• Create more connectivity between neighborhoods and
park amenities
• Utilize the playa lake system for future parkland or other
community amenities
• Provide parkland in areas of new development
CANYON LAKES
• Capitalize on the Canyon Lakes amenities as a key asset
and defining community character
• Ensure policies to protect the natural environment of the
Canyon Lakes
GATEWAYS AND IDENTITY
• Enhance the overall visual identity for key portals and ma-
jor roadways into Lubbock
EASTERN AND NORTHERN LUBBOCK
INITIATIVES
• Create initiatives to energize and stabilize areas east of
Interstate 27
• Promote infill development
• Encourage local business
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CORE IDEAS:
FUTURE LAND USE POLICIES
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THE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN
Many factors influence the way a city grows and defines its
characteristics, but the pattern of land use is one of the most
important components affecting the way cities function.
The types and value of the various land uses in a community
determine how cities operate and provide public services. For
these reasons, the land use pattern impacts:
• The type of services and products available to businesses
and residents
• Affordability
• The ability to provide services to residents and businesses
• Connectivity and mobility
• Public health and safety
• The factors that contribute to the makeup of the local
economy
• The amount of public and open space
• Longevity of land use and road infrastructure
All of these collectively create the quality of life that is so
important in our daily lives. Consequently, it is in the City’s
best interest to encourage the best pattern of land use to
serve its citizens and businesses.
The pattern of land use in Lubbock has evolved over many
years to service the needs of its residents. As discussed in
the Community Snapshot, the amount of acreage used for the
various types of land uses is largely determined by the market
and demand for those goods and services. How this demand
will change in the coming decades is a question that is difficult
to answer but past indicators can provide some insight to
future demands. The ratio of existing population to land use
types can give us an idea of the quantity of land use that may
be needed in the future for an expected population.
This chapter utilizes existing conditions (see Chapter 1), fiscal
impact modeling, and community visioning (see Chapter 2) to
provide guidance on Lubbock’s future land development.
PUBLIC INPUT
ISSUE IDENTIFICATION
• Aging corridors
• Lack of growth east and north
• Rapid growth west and south
• Need for revitalization of Downtown
• Aging neighborhoods
• City funding infrastructure expansion
• No boundaries to growth
• No set policy for infrastructure expansion
• Outdated Future Land Use Map
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The contents of this chapter collectively form the Future Land Use Map (FLUM), of which the main focus is defining Lubbock’s
land uses, identifying where in the City they are desired and appropriate, and developing the policies to guide land use decisions.
The envisioned location of Lubbock’s future land use patterns is visually depicted by the FLUM. This map is visionary in
nature, and is used to inform land use decisions, such as zoning, as well as capital improvement planning.
BALANCED LAND USES
The goal of a balanced land use pattern is worthy for many reasons. But what is a balanced land use pattern?
In its simplest form, there are two basic parts to this answer. One, the demand for the various types of business and services that
are generally available to its residents and two, the income the City receives, mainly from ad valorem and sales tax revenue, that
provides a revenue stream equal to the cost of providing City services. A balanced land use pattern blended with quality of life
goals are not mutually exclusive. It is important to understand that both are needed to create a vibrant and exciting city.
What should Lubbock’s vision be for land use?
During community outreach meetings, issues were cited that should be addressed in Lubbock. These led to the creation of
primary core ideas, one of which was to develop a practical yet visionary future land use plan for the City. This vision should be
used to create a plan that will guide Lubbock’s emerging development patterns. It is recognized that land use types and patterns
are changing and will change in the future. In addition to traditional land uses, there are mixed use and other pedestrian friendly,
walkable developments occurring throughout Texas and nationwide. In Lubbock, not all areas will be appropriate for these
vanguard type developments but there are a number of areas where they would work well including, but not limited to Downtown,
around Texas Tech and around Reese Center. These areas provide strong opportunities for new urbanist/ mixed-use development
areas. Lubbock is at a point in time where so many conditions are fueling robust growth, and this planning process is valuable in
setting a cohesive vision. The tremendous expansion of the health care industry and the continual strength of the petroleum and
agriculture business sectors are advantageous to Lubbock and these opportunities should be reflected in the vision.
OUR VISION IS A DIVERSITY OF LAND USES AND A FISCALLY-BALANCED COMMUNITY.
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How does the FLUM account for existing development patterns?
Regardless of land use, additional effort is necessary to redevelop existing developments into a fundamentally different use.
While redevelopment certainly occurs, neighborhoods usually remain neighborhoods and business areas tend to remain business
areas. With more than 60 percent of the land within Lubbock developed, there are many parts of the Future Land Use Map that
match the Existing Land Use Map because the fundamental use of these areas is expected to remain unchanged. This is not to say
that certain areas cannot or should not change; a change in use would occur through rezoning and the FLUM would be updated
later to reflect the vision for an area. Redevelopment, revitalization, and infill may also occur without changes to the FLUM so long
as these efforts are within the regulations of the illustrated land use and corresponding zoning.
A FISCALLY BALANCED CITY
All types of land uses require public services which, in turn,
require fiscal expenditures by the City. Conversely, most land
uses generate revenue (albeit different amounts) for the City,
either through ad valorem taxes or sales tax revenue. Because
different land uses require different levels of services, it is
important that cities have a variety of land use types so that
the cost of providing public services can be “averaged” across
all uses; and this balance of land uses is primarily influenced
by the existing land use pattern. Lubbock’s fiscal health will be
impacted by new land uses as they are added to the tax rolls. As
Lubbock grows, it will be important to monitor the types and
amounts of land uses relative to the cost of providing services.
This also includes costs of provided infrastructure, including
debt services.
METHODOLOGY
Using Lubbock’s existing budget data (2017) compared to
existing land uses in the City, revenue and expense metrics
were calculated. A revenue and cost metric was assigned for
each major land use type. The calibrated metrics were then
applied to the proposed Future Land Use Plan. (Source: Marsh
Darcy Partners)
The primary data input into the model were:
• Revenue and expenditures attributed to each land use
type
• General Fund cost of service for each land use type
STUDY RESULTS
The proposed Future Land Use Plan showed that the general
fund was approximately in balance for operation and mainte-
nance (based on the projected growth in the next 10 years).
Nonresidential retail, commercial and industrial land uses are
the largest net revenue generators. Residential land uses were
the smallest revenue generators. Operating surpluses would
have the general effect of driving down the operation and
maintenance costs for City in the long term. The entire cost
of service analysis by Marsh Darcy Partners is available under
separate cover at City of Lubbock Planning Department offic-
es. There are a few limitations to this assessment that should
be noted.
Limitations/Cautions:
• Based on the parameters and assumptions in this report,
the adopted interim FLUP more than covers the General
Fund costs of providing service.
• This analysis does not include the cost of providing the
infrastructure necessary to support development of the
FLUP (“cost of development”).
• This analysis does not address non-General Fund operat-
ing costs.
• This analysis may be used to evaluate comparative results
for various land use mix alternatives, but should not be
relied upon for absolute results for detailed budgeting or
financial planning.
It is recommended that the City conduct a more in-depth
fiscal impact analysis in the near future, that includes debt
service.
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CHANGES FROM THE 1986 PLAN
The 1986 Future Land Use Plan focused on a four-corner retail pattern at every major intersection with medium or high density
wrapped around the retail areas. The plan did not include future land uses in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). Since 1986,
planning and development trends have changed. There is demand for different housing types and the retail footprint is changing
with online commerce among other factors. Areas of mixed use that create a sense of place are becoming more desirable than the
traditional retail strip center in many markets.
Below are major changes from the 1986 Future Land Use Plan to this Future Land Use Plan:
• Flexibility along corridors for a mix of residential, office, and retail uses
• Low density residential with retail nodes in the ETJ
• Mixed use areas near Reese Center
• Planning for proposed Loop 88
• Connectivity between major nodes (e.g. TTU and Downtown)
• Expansion of major industrial and technology sectors
FUTURE LAND USE MAP AND POLICIES
How does Lubbock achieve a balanced land use composition yet be responsive to market needs? An important goal is to
create a Future Land Use Map as a guide for future development decisions.
A Future Land Use Map is advantageous to the City is a number of ways by:
• Assisting in achieving economic development goals by encouraging the most desirable industries and businesses to locate
in Lubbock
• Helping the private and public sectors make better, more informed choices about land use change
• Informing other planning efforts such as park, transportation, and infrastructure planning
• Encouraging more compatible land use patterns
• Helping attain a fiscally sound land use pattern
• Promoting generally more predictable land use outcomes
By nature, developing land is a piecemeal process when viewed on a large scale. Different parcels and tracts of land develop
or redevelop at different times in response to changing markets. Simultaneously, the City must plan for the provision of public
services such as water, wastewater, roadways and other utilities or infrastructure. Aligning this Plan with other local and
regional plans, policies, and processes is one of the most important post-adoption actions. By aligning future development
with the FLUM, Lubbock will continue to ensure that a variety of land uses ultimately occurs over time. The Future Land Use
Plan helps coordinate development with capital improvement planning so the necessary infrastructure is available to facilitate
future private sector development projects. Figure 3.1 shows Lubbock’s Future Land Use Map.
FUTURE LAND USE MAP CHANGES
From time to time there will be suggested changes to the Future Land Use Map (FLUM). It is recommended that appropriate
small or specific area studies or analyses be conducted to determine if the requested change is warranted. In many cases, changes
affect surrounding areas and this practice will ensure that the map changes will provide the best opportunity for quality future
development.
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LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Low Density Residential uses are intended to provide areas
for traditional single-family subdivisions and master planned
neighborhood developments. Homes within these land use
designations could range from volume builders to custom
home builders. Infill development within existing Low Density
Residential areas is also envisioned. Of the residential
categories, it is expected that Low Density Residential will
continue to account for the largest percentage of land use
within the city limits. The areas designated for Low Density
Residential should generally not be adjacent to incompatible
land uses without adequate buffering and are in proximity
to other types of residential uses. A range of lot sizes should
reinforce this category by providing a choice of several single-
family zoning districts with various lot sizes in the zoning
ordinance.
Net units per acre: 2-6
Features of Low Density Residential include:
• Lot sizes generally range from about 6,000 to 20,000
square feet
• Single-family detached residential structures are
examples of Low Density Residential uses
• Should not be utilized for nonresidential uses, except for
allowed home occupations
• Designated areas are likely to include access to city water
and sewer services
• Roads are paved and include curbs and sidewalks
RURAL RESIDENTIAL
Rural Residential is intended to be for areas with larger lots
for single family, semi-rural development. Rural residential
areas may be inside or outside the city limits. Lots outside
the city limits are generally intended to be served by private
water wells or rural water supply corporations and on-site
sewage facilities (OSSF). Locations for Rural Residential
are not currently identified within the FLUM. However,
development of this type could be appropriate in the
future in areas of Lubbock where utilities are not provided
or planned.
Net units per acre: Less than 2
Features of Rural Residential include:
• Lot sizes are generally greater than 20,000 square feet
• Served by rural street pavement sections
• Allow large animals on the property (subject to city
ordinances if inside the city limits)
LAND USE TYPES AND MAP PATTERNS: RESIDENTIAL
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HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
High Density Residential land use is characterized by multi-
story, multi-family apartment- and condominium-type units
in attached living complexes. These developments may take
a variety of forms. Lubbock has seen traditional garden-style
apartments expand over the past few decades. However,
building trends in the region have developed courtyard-style
apartments with success. These complexes include community
amenities, such as fitness facilities, common active recreation
areas, and dedicated open space areas.
Net units per acre: 12-25
Features of High Density Residential include:
• Generally, garden-style apartments have densities
between 12 and 25 dwelling units per acre. Newer
construction, particularly if a mixed-use configuration, has
densities ranging from 20 to 30 dwelling units per acre.
• Example structures include mixed-use, assisted living,
senior facilities, condos, lofts, and apartment
• Structures can be single or multi-story
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Medium Density Residential includes both single-family
detached and single-family attached dwelling units, such as
duplex units and townhomes. This category includes smaller lot
detached units with a higher density than traditionally found in
Low Density Residential areas. It is anticipated that more new
areas for Medium Density land use could be developed in the
future.
Net units per acre: 6-12
Features of Medium Density Residential include:
• Example structures include patio homes, duplexes, and
townhomes.
• Should not be utilized for non-residential uses.
• Designated areas are likely to include access to City water
and sewer services.
• Roads generally include curbs and sidewalks.
• Medium density areas generally do not include large-scale
multi-family, but may include smaller-scale multi-family.
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FLOODPLAIN
PARKS AND OPEN SPACE
Areas with this land use designation are representative of public and private parks, recreational facilities, and open spaces that
are currently in existence. Such facilities are permitted within any area and are expected to increase with future growth. New and
planned facilities should be added to the FLUM once identified.
This land use category illustrates Lubbock’s existing floodplain
areas. Floodplains are areas of land along drainage areas or
creeks that are periodically flooded because of stormwater
flows. This designation also includes playa lakes. Floodplains
provide storage capacity for excess water until downstream
surface water systems can adequately accommodate the flow.
A 100-year floodplain is the land that is predicted to flood
during a 100-year storm, which may occur at a chance of one
percent in a given year. FEMA uses the 100-year floodplain to
administer the federal flood insurance program.
LAND USE TYPES AND MAP PATTERNS: PUBLIC
PUBLIC/SEMI-PUBLIC
(INSTITUTIONAL)
Public/Semi-Public uses comprise facilities for public,
governmental, educational, institutional, or religious uses.
Public/Semi-Public may include community facilities, fire and
police facilities, schools, churches, and any additional land
used by the City for municipal purposes or utilities. This land
use is generally permitted within any area; therefore, the areas
shown on the Future Land Use Map generally include the uses
that are currently in existence. It is, however, anticipated that
there will be a need for additional public uses with future
population growth. Since houses of worship and government
uses are permitted in any zoning district they are generally not
shown on the FLUP.
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LAND USE TYPES AND MAP PATTERNS: MIXED USE
MIXED USE
Areas with this land designation are intended for a mixture of non-residential and residential land uses. Traditionally utilized
in small pockets, mixed-use areas integrate retail, office and entertainment, with a residential component. Mixed-use areas are
intended to provide flexibility for the City and the development community for innovative and unique developments to occur.
Easy walking access to shopping and dining is an ideal component of the mixed-use areas, and design should be oriented around
the pedestrian and public open space when possible with buildings placed near streets and sidewalks. Additionally, much of the
mixed use designation will be in small pockets. There are two types of mixed-use: vertical and horizontal.
Horizontal mixed use combines single-use buildings in one area with a range of uses.
Vertical mixed use incorporates multiple uses in one building on different floors. For example, a building could have shops and
dining on the first floor and residential and office on the remaining floors.
Downtown is an example of both horizontal and vertical Mixed Use. Roughly defined as north of 19th Street, south of US
82, east of Avenue Q and west of Interstate 27, Downtown was previously established as the Central Business District, though
recent planning initiatives have expanded the area to include a vibrant mix of high-rise office, public, retail, and residential uses - a
trend that is expected to continue. Downtown will continue to be a destination for visitors, encouraging walkability, and serve as
an asset for community events.
• Industrial and Heavy Commercial uses should not be
permitted Downtown.
• Downtown is intended for a mixture of non-residential
and residential land uses.
• Easy walking access to shopping and dining is an ideal
characteristic of Downtown.
• The mix of uses can be both horizontal or vertical.
• Future improvements could include enhanced connectivity
and residential units such as townhouses, lofts, live-work,
and condos.
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LAND USE TYPES AND MAP PATTERNS: NON-RESIDENTIAL
LIGHT COMMERCIAL/RETAIL
Areas designated for Light Commercial/Retail land use are
intended for a variety of uses and establishments. These uses
may require product display and sales, but no outdoor storage.
Light Commercial/Retail land uses include businesses such
as offices, banks, retail, automobile-related services. Retail
typically includes establishments that provide merchandise
for retail sale such as shopping centers, restaurants, and
grocery stores and usually has the added benefit of generating
sales tax revenue.
NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
The Neighborhood Center category is intended for lighter
types of retail, low intensity office, residential, and Public/
Semi-Public uses. These areas are also intended to be for uses
that are small in size and scale (i.e. strip center or less). Areas
suitable for Neighborhood Center uses include areas between
nodes (major intersections) and at appropriate areas in close
proximity to residential neighborhoods. Example uses include
restaurants, banks, houses of worship, apartments, duplexes,
real estate and insurance offices.
RETAIL NODE
Nodes have been designated for future Light Commercial/
Retail development at major intersections. These nodes
are intended to be primarily non-residential and high-
density residential in concept with appropriate flexibility to
transition uses to lower density residential areas. Appropriate
transitional uses could include uses at a neighborhood scale
such as professional office and light or medium density
residential.
• Light Commercial, Retail, Office, and Mixed-Use should
be clustered around node intersections.
• The design of each node project should incorporate ve-
hicular cross access, pedestrian access and shared drive-
ways.
• Heavy commercial uses should be prohibited at intersec-
tions and along major arterials except as designated on
the Future Land Use Map.
• It is important that all uses be compatible to adjacent single-
family uses (existing or proposed); all nonresidential and
multi-family uses should provide appropriate buffering
and or screening.
• Where single-family exists on one side of the street front-
age, single family is the most appropriate use on the other
side of the arterials.
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Low Intensity Office uses are generally located intermittently
within retail and commercial uses and may be appropriate in
other non-residential areas. Office development is mostly
compatible with any adjacent residential area and low intensity
office is generally two stories or less.
• Office uses are generally characterized by activities
focusing on business or professional services such as
medical, real estate, insurance, finance, and law.
• Office land uses in these areas can take numerous forms
depending on the context. Permitted uses often include
corporate, professional, medical, and financial offices as
well as offices for individuals and non-profit organizations.
OFFICE (HIGH INTENSITY)
High intensity office uses are generally multi-story. Downtown
has the greatest concentration of high intensity offices.
INDUSTRIAL
Industrial is characterized by manufacturing or assembling
of products. Industrial land use is the most intense in nature
and often requires large tracts of land. This intensity makes
location requirements very important. Industrial uses should
be located near major thoroughfares to provide easy access
for semi-trailer trucks. The industrial land use designation
applies to areas intended for a range of heavy commercial,
assembly, warehousing, agribusiness, and manufacturing uses.
In some instances, lighter industrial uses may be appropriate
amongst lower intensity nonresidential uses. Such industrial
uses would have to be considered on a case-by-case basis, but
could include high-tech uses and craft manufacturing.
Heavy Commercial uses are intended to be located away from
residential uses. Heavy Commercial uses are presently located
along US Highway 84 (Slaton Highway) and East Loop 289.
Uses such as diesel repair, warehousing, distribution centers,
fabrication shops, salvage, and outdoor storage are examples
of Heavy Commercial uses.
HEAVY COMMERCIAL
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The following pages detail location and performance criteria for various land use and development scenarios.
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS AND THE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN
At times, the City will likely encounter development proposals that do not directly reflect the purpose and intent of the land use
pattern shown on the Future Land Use Plan or the following policies.
Review of such development proposals should be submitted to staff and should document answers to the following questions and
considerations:
• Will the proposed change enhance the site and the
surrounding area?
• Is the adequate off-site infrastructure already in place?
• Why is the proposed change a more appropriate use than
that recommended by the Future Land Use Plan?
• Is the purposed change consistent with the Plan’s policies?
If not, how will the change improve the surrounding
area? How does it meet the intentions of the overall
Comprehensive Plan?
• Will the proposed use impact other existing or planned
uses in a negative manner? Or, will the proposed use be
compatible with, and /or enhance, adjacent existing or
planned uses? Are adequate buffering and adjacency
performance standards required?
• Are existing or planned uses adjacent to the proposed
use similar in nature in terms of appearance, hours of
operation, and other general aspects of compatibility?
• How does the proposed use present a measurable benefit
to the public health, safety, and welfare of the community?
Factoring in long term municipal cost, would the proposed
use contribute to the City’s long-term economic well-
being?
Not all land uses designated on the FLUM are appropriate or should be allowed now. Timing is important. A particular
proposal may not be a good use now but may be in the future when conditions change. Appropriate timing includes an
understanding of how an area will develop, what adjacent land uses will be, and how the property owner intends to use the
site.
Development proposals that are inconsistent with the Future Land Use Plan (or that do not meet its general intent) should
be reviewed based upon the above questions and should be evaluated on their own merit. It is the burden of the Planning
staff to study evidence (and make a recommendation to the Planning & Zoning Commission) that the proposal meets the
aforementioned considerations and supports community goals and objectives as set forth within this Plan. The Planning
staff should conduct small or specific area studies to determine the appropriateness of requested changes.
It is important to recognize that proposals contrary to the Plan could be an improvement over the uses shown on the map for a
particular area. This may be due to changing markets, the quality of proposed developments and/or economic trends that occur at
some point in the future after the strategy is adopted. If such changes occur, and especially if there is a significant benefit to the
City, then these proposals should be approved, and the Future Land Use Map should be amended accordingly.
FUTURE LAND USE PLAN POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
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Step 1: Identify the desired or proposed land
use for an area.
Step 2: Identify the land development
characteristic(s) of the area.
Step 3: Identify the applicable policy
considerations for selected land use and
development factors.
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(**) Policy applies to development characteristics; consideration necessary regardless of land use
(***) Some higher density development may be appropriate to encourage infill and redevelopment
Future Land Use Compatibility Matrix
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The Future Land Use Compatibility Matrix pictured above is intended to serve as a starting point when making land use decisions
that are open to interpretation. The Matrix compares the land uses previously described to development conditions that are
likely to exist in Lubbock and identifies when such uses are appropriate. The Matrix identifies key policy topics that are likely to
be present to help ensure that land use decisions are made holistically.
COMMON DEVELOPMENT CHARACTERISTICS
Determining where and when certain land uses are appropriate depends on the development characteristics involving the area.
As shown in the Matrix, some land uses are compatible with a wide range of situations, while others are only appropriate under
certain circumstances.
Newly Incorporated Areas
There is strong demand in Lubbock for Low Density Residential development to the west and south. However, such development
or even higher intensity uses might not be immediately appropriate based on planned or existing utilities, infrastructure, and
services. In such cases, Rural Residential is more appropriate until the City has identified adequate funding mechanisms to
support suburban-style residential and nonresidential development.
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Infill/Redevelopment
Infill and redevelopment efforts will be important for Lubbock
because they provide a mechanism for supporting population
and density increases while supporting efforts toward
revitalizing older areas of the City. Infill and redevelopment
also reduces the infrastructure costs associated with new
development because it is less expensive to provide a
connection to an existing utility line, rather than constructing
a new one. While infill is a commendable development practice,
it must also be designed in a manner that is consistent with the
surrounding neighborhood. In some cases, higher intensity
uses may be appropriate, such as Medium Density Residential,
Low Intensity Office, and certain types of Retail/Commercial.
Neighborhood Center
In certain areas, it is beneficial to residents to have nodes of
nonresidential uses near neighborhoods to provide small-scale
neighborhood services. However, it is important that these
nonresidential uses are “good neighbors” to the surrounding
residential areas. Neighborhood centers would be appropriate
for Low Intensity Office and certain Light Retail uses that
aim to meet the needs of residents in the immediate vicinity.
Ideal developments might include retail shops, small sized
restaurants, services such as financial, legal, and insurance,
small grocery stores, daycares, hair salons, and medical offices.
INFORMED LAND USE PLANNING
Lubbock’s current platting pattern has established
“reserve” areas for nonresidential development in
many areas, particularly to the south and southwest
- a practice that creates sprawling development
that is costly, both in terms of service delivery and
transportation equity.
Lubbock’s current ratio of existing commercial
retail to the existing population of 261,137 is
approximately 0.77 acres per 100 persons. Using the
same ratio, if Lubbock grows by an additional 75,000
persons, another 575 commercial retail acres would
be needed depending on the density required for this
development. An average ratio is 0.5 retail acres per
100 persons; less than 0.4 generally indicates that
citizens are going elsewhere for goods and services,
and greater than 0.6 usually indicates that citizens
from elsewhere are coming into the community to
buy goods and services. An opportunity to develop in
a more economical and sustainable way, this demand
would likely be distributed throughout Lubbock.
Hundreds of acres of zoning for retail commercial
already exist in Lubbock and, although the market
demand is high in south Lubbock today, other areas
of Lubbock (such as Downtown) will likely capture
a percentage of the future demand for commercial
retail.
It is highly unlikely that there will be enough future
demand to zone all frontages along major arterials
non-residential. The existing trend adds to traffic
flow issues and can continue the trend of corridors
that suffer once development moves elsewhere.
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Major Thoroughfares and Intersection Nodes
Much, although not all, of Lubbock’s nonresidential
development has occurred at intersections of major arterials.
This is particularly true in recent decades. The primary reason
for this pattern is the one-mile grid roadway separation for
most arterials (see discussion in the Transportation chapter).
Still, throughout the history of development in Lubbock,
instances of linear non-residential development along major
roadways has occurred. Corridors such as 34th Street, 50th
Street and Avenue Q are a few examples. An issue with linear
non-residential development is “a little goes a long way” but too
much can cause reuse issues in the future due to a lack of market
demand. Some corridors can absorb much nonresidential while
others cannot. Loop 289, Marsha Sharp Freeway and Spur 327
are examples of major corridors that can absorb continuous
nonresidential linear type development, mainly because of
higher traffic volumes. But most major arterials cannot support
continuous linear nonresidential.
Major Highway/Interstate
Higher intensity uses, such as industrial, heavy commercial, and
multifamily, are not appropriate everywhere in a community,
but bring value to the economy. Frontage along highways and
interstates is a prime location for such development.
Arts/Cultural District
Nonresidential uses located in or near Lubbock’s arts and
cultural districts have a unique set of needs. Here, relevant
uses might be higher in intensity and compatible, such as
workshops, light manufacturing or high tech, and artist studios.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS
Additional factors, besides development characteristics, impact
land planning and development. This section reviews key policy
topics that need to be considered when they correspond to a
land use and development characteristic in the Matrix.
Corridor Aesthetics
This designation signifies that it is important to consider “the
view from the roadway” with regard to building and site design.
Please reference Chapter 7 for more information.
Access Management
This designation signifies that it is important to consider access
management concepts such as shared parking, limited curb
cuts, and access points when considering development.
Walkability and Bikeability
Improvements related to bicycling and pedestrians are
centered on the connectivity between on-street facilities
(bike lanes and sidewalks) and off-street trails. Connectivity
to and through different areas of the City, with well-planned
and well-designed roadways and sidewalks, is not only about
maintaining livability. In some instances, connectivity is a matter
of pedestrian safety or handicapped accessibility. From school
children to seniors, it is important for residents of all ages and
abilities to safely and easily navigate through their community.
As new development or redevelopment occurs, regardless of
whether it is residential or nonresidential in nature, the City
should facilitate the construction roadways, sidewalks, and
trails that are ADA-compliant (Americans with Disabilities Act)
and contribute to local and Citywide connectivity. For more
information, please reference Chapter 7.
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Neighborhood Adjacency
Residential adjacency standards are regulations applied to
nonresidential uses specifically when they are adjacent to
existing or planned residential areas or within areas designated
as a Neighborhood Center. Regulating nonresidential standards
near residential development allows for the two to coexist by
diminishing nuisances and improving aesthetics. The best
adjacency standards can do more than just foster coexistence;
they can go so far as to increase property values and quality of
life by creating more dynamic, connected neighborhoods. For
more information, please reference Chapter 7.
Neighborhood Preservation
The existing neighborhoods in Lubbock are a vital part of the
community. It is important that these existing residential areas
are protected as the City grows. The housing stock in Lubbock
is in good condition overall. As development occurs in or near
existing neighborhoods, it is important that the products built
fit in with the fabric of the existing neighborhoods to protect
their identity and character. For more information, please
reference Chapter 7.
Infrastructure and Utility Availability
It is important that the recommendations from the existing
utility and infrastructure plans are reviewed in coordination
with the updated Future Land Use Plan. Any critical changes
triggered by the Future Land Use Plan should be incorporated
into the next update of the utility and infrastructure plans. The
Future Land Use Plan has direct correlation to all utility and
infrastructure planning. The Future Land Use Map helps to
guide growth, and infrastructure needs are directly related to
growth. Since the plans are separate documents, it is important
to review utility plans each time the Future Land Use Plan and
Map are updated and vice versa.
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City Staff will use the Future Land Use Map daily for reviewing
zoning cases, planning for future facilities, and other develop-
ment and policy decisions. Although the Future Land Use Map
is not the Zoning Map, it will be used to inform decisions relat-
ed to land use and zoning.
• City Administration: The City Administration (City Man-
ager, Assistant City Managers, Finance, etc.) will primarily
use the Future Land Use Map for major policy and budget
decisions.
• Planning Department: The Planning Department will
primarily use the Future Land Use Map to review zoning
cases and prepare staff reports for the Planning & Zoning
Commission. Compatibility with the Future Land Use Map
should not be the only criteria used to recommend approv-
al or denial of a zoning decision. While the Future Land
Use Map is an important criterion, there are other critical
review criteria for staff reports like infrastructure, trans-
portation, access, topography, adjacency, growth manage-
ment, and other comprehensive plan elements.
• Public Works Department: The Engineering Department
will primarily use the Future Land Use Map when planning
for future infrastructure capacity. The population projec-
tions associated with the Future Land Use Map will also be
used by the Engineering Department to plan for when the
infrastructure will be needed.
• Parks and Recreation Department: Like the Engineering
Department, the Parks and Recreation Department will
primarily use the Future Land Use Map and population
projections to plan for future park, recreation, and open
space facilities. These facilities should be strategically lo-
cated within neighborhoods and near other public uses.
CITY STAFF
HOW WILL THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP BE USED?
COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW
According to Chapter 211 of the Texas Local
Government Code:
• Cities have the right to zone in accordance with a
comprehensive plan.
• Zoning must be for protection of health, safety and
general welfare of the public.
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The community will have access to the Future Land Use Plan to allow them to see
the vision for Lubbock. This includes individual residents and developers who have
an interest in the development patterns of the City.
• Property Owner/Developer: When owners and developers seek options for
development, the Future Land Use Plan outlines options that are consistent
with the goals of the community as well as the vision.
• Potential property buyers should utilize the map to see what the City desires
for development on a certain piece of property.
COMMUNITY
The City Council will use the Future Land Use Map at their
meetings when discussing zoning cases, development de-
cisions, and other major topics related to land use policy.
• The City Council will review recommendations from
the P&Z related to zoning cases and changes to the
Future Land Use Map.
• The Council will use the Future Land Use Map when
making decisions related to growth management, in-
frastructure, and other development policies.
CITY COUNCIL
The Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) will use the
Future Land Use Map at their meetings when discussing
zoning cases and other development decisions.
• The P&Z will use the staff report from the Planning
Department to aid in their zoning case recommenda-
tions to the City Council.
• The P&Z will review any requested changes to the
Future Land Use Map and make recommendations to
the City Council.
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
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POPULATION PROJECTIONS
Population projections are important because they assist City staff and elected officials when planning for future growth for City
services like public facilities, parks, staffing, police, fire, and EMS. The population projections shown below are the estimated
ultimate capacity of the current city limits. This maximum population is a hypothetical scenario of what the capacity would be if
it completely develops in accordance with the land use pattern shown on the Future Land Use Map. To further assist in planning
for City services, recommended growth rates were created to project how long it might take Lubbock to reach an ultimate capac-
ity or “build-out”. Using growth rates at intervals of 10 and 20 years is also an important planning tool for Capital Improvement
Planning.
ULTIMATE CAPACITY CALCULATIONS
Low Density
Residential
Housing Units
36,479Mixed-Use
Housing Units
5,525
High Density
Residential
Housing Units
Medium Density
Residential
Housing Units
14,030
2,006
Projected Housing Units at Build-Out* in the City Limits
*Projected housing unit build-out is calculated by multiplying the vacant land acreage outside the
ROW within each land use type by the allowed dwelling units per acre.
58,040 HOUSING UNITS
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Mixed-Use
Households
5,028
High Density
Residential
Households
Medium Density
Residential
Households
12,767
1,825
*Projected households at build-out is calculated by multiplying the occupancy rate within each land use type by the project-
ed number of housing units (based on current development patterns). Changes in density or use patterns would raise this
number.
95%
Occupancy Rate
Low Density
Residential
Households
34,655
Projected Households at Build-Out* in the City Limits
*Projected total population at build-out is calculated by multiplying the projected number of households within each land
use type by the rate of people per household and then adding the current population.
Low Density
Projected
Population
Medium Density
Projected
Population
High Density
Projected
Population
Mixed-Use
Projected
Population
91,489400,696 PEOPLE
54,275 HOUSEHOLDS
4,472
31,280
12,318
Current Population
261,137
Projected Total Population at Build-Out* in the City Limits
2.64
People per
Household
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(1) Dwelling units/acre (net acreage)
(2) Occupancy rate - 2011-2016 American Community Survey 5-Year estimates
(3) Persons/household - 2011-2016 American Community Survey 5-Year estimates
(4) Percentage of “vacant acres” subtracted to account for future roadways and right-of-way
Ultimate Population Capacity in the City Limits
Vacant Residential
Land Use
Vacant
Acres
Dwelling
Units/
Acre(1)
Occupancy
Rate(2)
Persons per
Household(3)
Right-of-
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Future Projected
Est.
Housing
Units
House-
holds Population
Low-Density Residential 17,371 3.0 95.0%2.64 30%36,479 34,655 91,489
Medium-Density
Residential 295 8.0 91.0%2.45 15%2,006 1,825 4,472
High-Density
Residential 786 21.0 91.0%2.45 15%14,030 12,767 31,280
Mixed Use 650 10.0 91.0%2.45 15%5,525 5,028 12,318
Ultimate Capacity within Vacant Areas 58,040 54,275 139,559
Current Population in Lubbock 261,137
City Limits Carrying Capacity 400,696
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GROWTH RATES
Since 1970, Lubbock has a historical average annual com-
pound growth rate (AACG) of 1.19% (calculations based
on US Census data). However, since 2010 that rate has in-
creased to 1.78%. For planning purposes, it is recommended
to use growth rates of 2.25% and 2.50% to account for an in-
crease in development activity and the growth of the health-
care industry.
It is recommended that the City use the AACG of 2.5%
for Capital Improvement Planning. If this growth rate is
attained it would result in the addition of over 73,000 new
residents over the next ten years.
It is important to keep in mind that population projections are
subject to change and can be impacted by a number of fac-
tors, such as the local and national economies and the real
estate market. It should be noted that these projections apply
to the City limits only.
2.25%2.50%
2018 261,137 261,137
2019 267,013 267,665
2020 273,020 274,357
2021 279,163 281,216
2022 285,444 288,246
2023 291,867 295,453
2024 298,434 302,839
2025 305,149 310,410
2026 312,015 318,170
2027 319,035 326,124
2028 326,213 334,277
2029 333,553 342,634
2030 341,058 351,200
2031 348,732 359,980
2032 356,578 368,980
2033 364,601 378,204
2034 372,805 387,659
2035 381,193 397,351
2036 389,770 407,285
2037 398,540 417,467
2038 407,507 427,903
2039 416,676 438,601
2040 426,051 449,566
10-year
20-year
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GROWTH
MANAGEMENT
ANNEXATION AND GROWTH POLICY REPORT
In August 2015, a detailed Annexation and Growth Policy Report
was created by the Annexation and Growth Advisory Committee
(which was initiated by the Lubbock City Council). The report
identified ten major recommendations for the City’s annexation
policies and procedures.
1. The City of Lubbock should maintain a long-range, generalized
annexation planning map for anticipated expansion of the
corporate limits and orderly extension of municipal facilities and
services, which could occur through both voluntary and involuntary
annexations.
2. The City should continue to monitor opportunities to annex
“exempted” territory that is not covered by the three-year advance
annexation plan requirements of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. The City of Lubbock should exercise protective annexation
measures to promote uniform development.
4. The City of Lubbock should comply with the extensive State law
governing the process of annexation to avoid any major negative
legal impact on any annexation that is not correctly carried out.
5. The City of Lubbock should prohibit the provision of municipal
services outside the incorporated areas of the City except in
emergencies or when allowed by State law.
6. The City should apply fiscal impact analysis techniques to assess
the estimated costs of providing municipal services and weigh
these costs against the anticipated revenues of each proposed
annexation.
7. The City should be prepared to consider annexation of areas with
less-than-favorable fiscal impact implications if unique health,
safety, environmental, general welfare, or other factors are
significant enough to override financial considerations.
8. When permitted under State law and under City Code, developers
and/or landowners that are requesting annexation must bear the
routine and normally required costs of public service facilities.
9. The City of Lubbock should maintain its positive working
relationships with Lubbock County, other municipalities, the
Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization, and other public and
private service providers, regardless of whether the City is in an
active annexation planning mode.
10. The City should continue to monitor studies and actions by the
Texas Legislature, including potential new or revised statutes that
would impact municipal annexation authority and capabilities.
Texas has two categories of cities – home rule and general law.
In 1912, a constitutional amendment was passed in Texas to
allow cities with a population over 5,000 to adopt a home
rule charter. Home rule status allows a city to self-govern by
defining its own set of rules, if it does not conflict with the
State constitution or statutes. Lubbock is a home-rule city
by charter that was adopted in 1917. One example of this
authority is to annex land. Cities may annex land only within
their own extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), which refers to
area generally surrounding the city limits. Chapter 42 of the
Texas Local Government Code provides that municipalities
with populations greater than 100,000 may have an ETJ that
extends five-miles from the municipal limits, except when
abutting another municipality’s limits. Chapter 43 of the
Texas Local Government Code specifies that municipalities
can annex only land that is located within their ETJ or owned
by the municipality.
Lubbock’s ETJ extends up to five-miles from the City limits,
except where abutting the Cities of Wolfforth, Shallowater,
Idalou, New Deal, Buffalo Springs, and Ransom Canyon.
Since these cities are considerably smaller in population than
Lubbock, the ETJ of Lubbock will move around these cities
as the ETJ expands. There is little statutory constraint to
Lubbock’s ETJ expansion as the City limits expand through
annexations (statutory authority subject to change).
Upon annexation, Chapter 43 requires cities to provide
services to annexed areas that are equivalent to the services
provided in the remainder of the city limits. The plan for
providing these services must be outlined in a service plan
prior to annexation. “Soft services” – such as police, fire, waste
management, and park/library access – must be provided
immediately upon annexation. “Hard services” – such as
water and wastewater utilities – must be provided within 2 ½
years (or 4 ½ years in some circumstances).
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GROWTH AREAS
The Annexation and Growth Policy Report recommends
the City consider annexation of eight geographic areas,
from areas in southern Lubbock, north of 146th Street
and from areas in western and northern Lubbock (see
Figure 3.2). The City recently annexed over 4,479
acres as part of the recommendations in the Report.
The City has annexed portions of areas B, C, most of
E, F, and H. No annexations have occurred in areas A,
D, and G. Coordinating with the infrastructure service
areas shown in Chapter 5, the City should continue
gradual but sustained annexation in areas which can be
served by water, wastewater, and drainage facilities.
Consideration of annexation beyond these areas
will require additional infrastructure evaluation and
update of the Annexation Policy Report. It should
be noted that the Texas Legislature recently (2017)
revised annexation statutes for cities in counties over
500,000 in population. In those counties, involuntary
annexation of land is extremely difficult. Although
Lubbock is currently exempt from those requirements
based on population of the county, the Legislature
could change annexation statutes to include counties
of smaller populations. When the Legislature meets
in 2019, revisions to annexation statutes will likely
be considered. While Lubbock can still work toward
implementation of the adopted Annexation Policy
Report, annexation of land should be considered in
2019 up to 10 percent of its total land area (maximum
allowed each calendar year by statute).
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RECOMMENDATIONS
The adoption of this Comprehensive Plan replaces
the 1986 Future Land Use Map. This new Future Land
Use Plan and Map should be utilized by staff to guide
development related decisions. The Future Land Use
Plan and Map should also be reviewed annually for
any minor updates and at least every five years for
major updates. These updates should be identified
by staff and recommended to the Planning & Zoning
Commission for review and recommendation to the
City Council. Pursue comprehensive fiscal analysis of
existing development patterns to inform future growth
policies and land use plan amendments.
1. ADOPT THE NEW COMPREHENSIVE PLAN,
INCLUDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP.
This Comprehensive Plan creates a vision for the
City of Lubbock. The first step to implementing a plan
is through the zoning and subdivision regulations.
Lubbock’s current regulations are outdated and do
not align with many of the land use strategies in this
Plan. It is important that regulatory land development
ordinances are consistent with this Comprehensive
Plan and do not work cross-purposes. It is recommended
that the zoning and subdivision regulations be updated
after the adoption of this Plan to allow for successful
implementation of the vision and strategies. The
City should also consider combining the zoning and
subdivision regulations into a Unified Development
Code (UDC) to streamline the regulations and make
them user-friendly to the public and developers. The
revised UDC should separate zoning districts for
Neighborhood Center, Retail, Light Commercial, and
Heavy Commercial.
2. UPDATE AND ALIGN THE CURRENT ZONING
AND SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS WITH THE
RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN.
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Many corridors, especially within Loop 289, are aging
(i.e.; 34th and 50th Streets among others). These
corridors are vital to the City and accommodate traffic
to and from key destinations. It is important to invest in
aging corridors to ensure their usefulness in the future
and to revitalize aging areas of the City. These studies
should focus on land use, access management, traffic
flow, gateways/wayfinding, pedestrian access and
streetscaping. The Future Land Use Map already sets
a land use pattern for these corridors. Any additional
land use recommendations from these more detailed
studies should be formally updated on the Future Land
Use Map.
Recommended corridors for specific studies and
overlay districts include:
• 34th Street is a major corridor and has an existing
study that is over 60 years old. Many improvements
have been made, but there are still areas that need
attention. It is recommended that the current
corridor study be updated to plan for additional
improvements and include a vacant building reuse
analysis and strategy.
• MLK Jr Blvd is a major arterial in east Lubbock that
provides direct access to the airport. The corridor
lacks aesthetic appeal and has many vacant buildings
along the roadway. This corridor is very critical to
Lubbock because investment in this area would
assist in sparking redevelopment in east Lubbock.
• Avenue Q (also U.S. Highway 84) is a major arterial
running north-south directly through the middle of
Lubbock and is also showing signs of deterioration.
• 50th Street is also a corridor to evaluate, and should
be programmed into an overall corridor and adjacent
neighborhood plan.
3. IMPROVE THE MANY CORRIDORS WITH AGING COMMERCIAL/RETAIL STRIPS.
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Growth Policies
There is a distinct difference in retail and commercial
uses. The current zoning regulations do not specify
the difference between the two uses. The lack of
distinction between the two in the zoning regulations
has allowed commercial to be in areas where only retail
is appropriate and vice versa. It is important to create
different zoning categories and add design tools to
allow for better placement of these uses in the City.
Additionally, there should be sub-categories for each
type to ensure compatibility with adjacent areas. For
example, neighborhood retail is small-scale commercial
that complements existing neighborhoods, while
general retail is suitable for large-scale big-box retail.
4. REVISE THE CURRENT ZONING REGULATIONS
TO DIFFERENTIATE RETAIL AND COMMERCIAL
USES.
Continue to annex the remaining recommended areas in
the 2015 Annexation Policy Report and Infrastructure
Service Areas (see Chapter 5).
6. COMPLETE THE STATE-ALLOWED MAXIMUM
AMOUNT OF ANNEXATION.
Fiscal Impact Analysis is an accepted methodology to
look at revenues and expenses by land use type. The
City should develop a fiscal impact model to calculate
the various impacts and “fine tune” its future land use
pattern.
5. CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE FISCAL IMPACT
ANALYSIS WHICH INCLUDES BOTH OPERATIONAL
AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) AND CAPITAL DEBIT
SERVICE COSTS.
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TRANSPORTATION
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EXISTING CONDITIONS
The Lubbock Thoroughfare Plan was built on a solid foundation of a grid network with arterials spaced out
every mile and collectors spaced at half mile intervals between the arterials.
The previous Thoroughfare Plan in the City of Lubbock was last updated and adopted in 2007. The 2007 update was a continuation
of the original vision for transportation in the City and was predominantly focused on revising the map alignments and status of
the roadway’s construction. The 2018 Thoroughfare Plan is part of this Comprehensive Plan and is supplemented by the growing
bike and transit networks.
THOROUGHFARE NETWORK
As Lubbock has grown, the building out of the thoroughfare network has held to the original grid network vision. Within the loop
(Texas Loop 289), much of the thoroughfare network has been built out and currently provides ample capacity to serve existing
demand. Growth has recently been occurring south of the loop, primarily between the loop and 146th Street. This has spurred
the continuing growth of infrastructure to support demand in the south.
BICYCLE NETWORK
The Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization (LMPO) Comprehensive Bicycle Study was first adopted in 1995, and received
updates in 2007 and most recently in 2012, being now known as the Lubbock Metropolitan Area Bike Plan. In 1998, the LMPO
Comprehensive Bicycle Study was used to inform decision-making in the revision of the LMPO Thoroughfare Plan. However,
a comprehensive plan linking policy for bicycle and thoroughfare planning has yet to be developed. In 2018 a Comprehensive
Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan entitled Walk and Bike Lubbock is under consideration and will provide a vision and link between
the Comprehensive Plan and Bike and Pedestrian Infrastructure. The vision of Walk and Bike Lubbock is to “create a unified and
integrated regional bicycle and pedestrian system that connects people of all ages and abilities to desired destinations and en-
courages them to walk or bike for transportation or recreational purposes in a safe manner.” As part of this plan a comprehensive
bicycle network will be developed that focuses on encouraging ridership through increasing safety.
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As of 2018, there are a limited number of bike routes, dedicated bicycle facilities, and shared-use paths in Lubbock. Many of the
existing bike facilities in Lubbock are concentrated within the loop, and most heavily concentrated in the Central Business District
and around Texas Tech University (TTU) Campus. Most of the on-street bike lanes are located within these two areas, while out-
side of these areas the bike facilities consist primarily of bike routes using shared lanes. Due to the nature of this pattern, there is
minimal connectivity that currently exists for bike trips between locations outside the loop and locations inside the loop.
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PEDESTRIAN NETWORK
Currently, most of the pedestrian facilities in Lubbock exist
in developed areas and neighborhoods within the loop and
south of the loop. These facilities include sidewalks, mid-block
crossings, pedestrian hybrid beacons, and pedestrian bridges.
In general, the existing sidewalk network is discontinuous and
lacking along thoroughfares. While Lubbock’s pedestrian
network is widespread, the quality of the network is poor,
with many crumbling sidewalks, ADA compliance issues,
missing curb ramps, and an insufficient number of roadway
crossings for pedestrians. Thoroughfares form the backbone
of the transportation network, many of which have wide
seven lane configurations and large intersections. Sidewalk
gaps along thoroughfares and limited opportunities to
cross with a formal pedestrian crossing limit travel between
neighborhoods situated within the one-mile grids.
Walk and Bike Lubbock is a comprehensive bicycle and
pedestrian master plan that is under development. The vision
of Walk and Bike Lubbock is to “create a unified and integrated
regional bicycle and pedestrian system that connects
people of all ages and abilities to desired destinations and
encourages them to walk or bike for transportation or
recreational purposes in a safe manner.” As part of this
plan a comprehensive bicycle network will be developed
that focuses on encouraging ridership through increasing
the safety. As part of this plan a pedestrian strategy will be
developed that promotes developing facilities focused on
increasing walkability and safety within priority areas of the
City
TRANSIT NETWORK
Transit service in the City of Lubbock is provided by Citibus.
There are currently nine bus routes serving the City and
additional shuttle routes serving TTU campus. Citibus also
serves as the Greyhound bus freight and ticketing agent for
intercity trips which transfer to other routes at the Downtown
Transfer Plaza. In 2004, the Public Transportation Strategic
Planning Task force identified loss of funding, perception of
Citibus, limited access to all parts of the City, and the need for
better building/facility/technology/security as weaknesses
or threats to transit operation in the City of Lubbock.
WALK SCORE
According to walkscore.com, Lubbock has a walk
score of 38 out of 100 (average), a transit score of
22 out of 100 (minimal), and a bike score of 43 out of
100 (average). The most walkable neighborhoods are
Overton and the Maedgen Area. Lubbock is generally
car-dependent and most errands require a car.
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LUBBOCK THOROUGHFARE
PLAN UPDATE
The first goal of the Thoroughfare Plan was to update the City of Lubbock Thoroughfare Plan Map. This process consisted of
updates to the functional classification, status nomenclature, cross sections, alignments and the Thoroughfare Plan Map. Each of
these elements are discussed in the following sections.
FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Functional classification is the process by which streets and highways are grouped into classes, or systems, according to the
character of service they are intended to provide. Roadways are most commonly split into four major classification groups based
on their intended purpose. These groups are freeways, arterials, collectors, and local streets.
FREEWAYS
Freeways are intended to move high volumes of automobile
traffic at relatively high speeds over long distances. Freeways
(or highways) also have limited access to help maximize traffic
flow and safety. Freeways are generally accessed via on-
ramps from frontage roads or direct connectors from other
high-speed facilities. The primary function of a freeway is to
connect local areas to other regions, rather than serve local
traffic needs. Currently, Lubbock is served by Interstate
Highway 27, US Highways 62 and 82, and Texas Loop 289.
All these facilities at certain places within the Lubbock
Metropolitan Area can be categorized as freeways.
ARTERIALS
Arterials are continuous routes whose function is to serve
high volume needs of local traffic and regional traffic. Speeds
are relatively high on arterial streets, and access is controlled
by planning the locations of intersecting streets, left turn
lanes, and traffic signals. Arterial roads will function more
efficiently when the number and location of median breaks
and driveway cuts are limited. Arterial streets provide
connectivity across the transportation network, so best
practices are to consider all modes on these streets. Due to
the high automobile speeds, protective measures should be
established for cyclists and pedestrians along these routes to
buffer them from vehicles. Where possible, continuous left
turn lanes should be discouraged.
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As part of this Thoroughfare Plan update, the project team made the decision to update the functional classifications of the
thoroughfares in Lubbock. The update serves to align the functional classifications in Lubbock with the functional classifications
defined by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The table below presents the previous classifications alongside the new
classifications in the context of which functional class group each falls into.
Functional Class Group Previous Functional Class New Functional Class Number of Lanes
Freeways Freeway Freeway 4-8
Arterials T-2 Principal Arterial 7
T-1 Minor Arterial 5
Collectors C-1 Collector Collector 2-3Industrial Collector
Local Streets Local Local 2
COLLECTORS
Collectors are designed for medium volumes of vehicles op-
erating at lower speeds (i.e., 30 – 35 mph). Collectors provide
access and movement within residential, commercial, and in-
dustrial areas. Direct access to higher intensity development,
such as commercial businesses, daycares, places of worship,
schools, and multi-family uses calls for lower speed limits due
to an increased number of turning movements. These lower
speed limits along collectors prioritize safety for all modes of
travel. Direct access to single-family development is general-
ly not encouraged, with access from local streets being pre-
ferred. Collectors connect to the citywide street network, but
often do not cross the entire city.
LOCAL STREETS
Local streets typically provide access to smaller, destination-
oriented areas, such as neighborhoods, subdivisions or local
business districts. Pedestrian activity is expected to be higher
on local streets, while traffic volumes are lower, making
lower speed limits most appropriate. With the intended
function of local streets being to carry traffic to and from
the main transportation network, these streets are generally
residential in character and shorter in length, spanning short
distances rather than across districts.
In the previous Thoroughfare Plan, the status of each thoroughfare facility was symbolized and described using specific
nomenclature in the legend to indicate which roads were existing or proposed, and which roads need to be widened. With the
Thoroughfare Plan update, this nomenclature was updated to add clarity. The previous and new thoroughfare status nomenclature
is presented in the table below.
STATUS NOMENCLATURE
Previous New Definition
Existing Completed Road is fully built to its ultimate configuration.
Existing, Open to Traffic Partial Road exists but is not fully built to its ultimate configuration.
Proposed Future Road does not yet exist.
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In keeping with the update to the functional classifications presented in the Thoroughfare Plan, the roadway typical design cross-
sections were also updated. The goal of the cross-sections update was to incorporate Complete Streets principles into the cross-
sections and provide added flexibility for future roads and retrofit projects. Among the elements that remain unchanged from the
existing arterial cross-sections are:
• Standard two-way left-turn lane (TWLTL)
• Wide outside lane (13.5 ft)
• Wide gutter (1.5 ft)
With the cross-section update, multiple cross-section options are provided for each functional classification. For the collectors,
option A provides on-street parking and option B provides bike lanes and a TWLTL. Neither option is focused on a specific land use,
providing added flexibility. For the minor arterials, option A represents a traditional vehicle-oriented travelway configuration with
the addition of a wide shared-use path in the parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Option B accommodates bikes in the travelway
with a buffered bike lane. For the principal arterials, a typical seven lane configuration is provided. The modified principal arterial
option represents a hybrid between principal and minor arterials, by placing a typical five-lane minor arterial cross section within
the same right-of-way as the principal arterial. This configuration is intended to add flexibility within the parkway for bicycle and
pedestrian facilities. The cross-sections are intended for roadways identified as partial or future roadways on the Thoroughfare
Plan Map. Completed roadways would be reevaluated on a case-by-case basis. These cross-section options are presented in the
Thoroughfare Plan Map. The table below provides an equivalence of the old cross-sections and the new cross-sections depicted
in this chapter.
CROSS-SECTIONS
CURRENT CROSS-SECTION UPDATED CROSS-SECTION
T-2 Thoroughfare Principal Arterial A or Modified
T-1 Thoroughfare Minor Arterial A or B
C-1 Collector and Industrial Collector Collector A or B
Cross-Section Equivalency
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110’
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11’
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6’5’ParkwayParkwaySidewalkSidewalkPRINCIPAL ARTERIAL A*
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10’6’BufferBufferParkwayParkwayPRINCIPAL ARTERIAL (MODIFIED)*
*Principal arterials can also include a
raised median in place of a center turn lane.
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Freeway, Proposed Outer Loop
Freeway, Completed
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Principal Arterial, Completed
Principal Arterial, Partial
Principal Arterial, Future
Principal Arterial (Modified), Partial
Principal Arterial (Modified), Future
Minor Arterial, Completed
Minor Arterial, Partial
Minor Arterial, Future
Collector, Completed
Collector, Partial
Collector, Future
Railroads
Playa Lake
Unclassified Wetland
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RIGHT-OF-WAY SECTIONS(PROPOSED ROW)
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2018 Update to the City of Lubbock Thoroughfare Plan
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LEGEND
Freeway, Proposed Outer Loop
Freeway, Completed
Freeway, Partial
Principal Arterial, Completed
Principal Arterial, Partial
Principal Arterial, Future
Principal Arterial (Modified), Partial
Principal Arterial (Modified), Future
Minor Arterial, Completed
Minor Arterial, Partial
Minor Arterial, Future
Collector, Completed
Collector, Partial
Collector, Future
Railroads
Playa Lake
Unclassified Wetland
City Limits
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82nd St
Woodrow Rd
SH 114
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50th StCR 1500FM 40
114th StCR 1600CR 1040CR 2700Indiana AveUS
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19th St
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CR 7200 CR 260034th St
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Ellis Rd
Bear Rd
Memphis AveFM 3523
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107th St
78th St
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Princeton St
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92nd St Texas AveCR 2340Alligator Rd
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Lubbock Business Park Blvd
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25th St
74th St
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45th St
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104th St
109th St
121st St
57th St
106th St
Regis St
154th St
124th St CR 2350CR 3240Boles RdCR 6450
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Albany AveTulip AveEmory St
Wausau AveMarshall St
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Redwood AveUS 87CR 6650
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58th St Zenith AveCR 5450
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CR 7620CR 144058th St CR 275026th St
CR 6500
CR 6750
90th StCR 1200CR 6300CR 2900Chicago AveCR 7250
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CR 7850
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CR 5700
CR 5950CR 2000CR 1040CR 1740CR 1440CR 214066th St
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42nd St
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CR 6400
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CR 7550 Ave K90th St
CR 1200CR 1340CR 2250CR 3100CR 6500
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CR 2950CR 7640Quincy AveCR 3100CR 2600FM 1294CR 2250CR 6140
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66th St
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Municipal Dr CR 2950CR 5800
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CR 6440
CR 6000
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Ash AveCR 1300CR 5550
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CR 6440
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CR 5750
Chicago AveCR 2950CR 3000FM 2641
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2018 Update to the City of Lubbock Thoroughfare Plan
November 2018
As part of the Thoroughfare Plan update, a complete inventory of every
thoroughfare on the existing Thoroughfare Plan was performed, broken up
into over 3,700 individual segments. This inventory included identifying the
following elements for every thoroughfare segment:
• Lane configuration (number and type of lanes, including bike lanes and
shared lanes)
• Lane widths
• Status (completed, partial, or future roads)
The outcome of the inventory process was a fully digitized shapefile version
of the existing Thoroughfare Plan. This was not digitized previously.
In addition to the inventory of existing thoroughfares and the digitization of
the map, several updates were made. These updates include:
• Functional classification changes
-Upgrades
-Downgrades
• Status updates
-Previously partial or planned roadways now built
• New connections and realignments
-Reflective of recent development
-Collectors avoid playa lakes
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Principal Arterial (Modified), Future
Minor Arterial, Completed
Minor Arterial, Partial
Minor Arterial, Future
Collector, Completed
Collector, Partial
Collector, Future
Railroads
Playa Lake
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City Limits
2018 City of LubbockThoroughfare Plan Update
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82nd St
Woodrow Rd
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50th StCR 1500FM 40
114th StCR 1600CR 1040CR 2700Indiana AveUS 8
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19th St
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CR 7200 CR 260034th St
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CR 7250
CR 6050
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CR 7620
CR 7700Ave ACR 5700
Ave PPheasant RdCR 2450CR 1840CR 3150CR 6400
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CR 5840
Avenue QCR 5650
Ave LFM 835FM 2528Upland AveCR 1300Quail RdAlcove AveCR 3100CR 6700
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26th St
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Owl RdCR 2050CR 2900CR 5450
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CR 5350
CR 6350
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Ellis Rd
Bear Rd
Memphis AveFM 3523
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Deer Rd
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Utica Ave44th St
CR 2250Olive Ave42nd St
107th St
78th St
13th St
Princeton St
CR 1520CR 1150CR 3300Iola DrPony Rd
92nd St Texas AveCR 2340Alligator Rd
CR 2140Alaska Rd
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CR 7220Ivory AveCR 6200
Ave Q91st St
CR 6040
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24th St
11th Pl
Texas Tech PkwyAve KCR 6240
CR 6300
110th St
CR 7170
CR 7120
29th St
108th St
135th St
Drake St
Auburn St
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CR 2220Yucca Ln
US Hwy 62Vicksburg AveCR 7430
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Vanda AveHwy 114 EstColorado Rd
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21st St
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Lubbock Business Park Blvd
93rd St
25th St
74th St
CR 7400
45th St
CR 5500
104th St
109th St
121st St
57th St
106th St
Regis St
154th St
124th St CR 2350CR 3240Boles RdCR 6450
CR 2930CR 3330CR 1430CR 1630CR 1320CR 6430
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Cornell St
Zenith AveMain St
Albany AveTulip AveEmory St
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24th St
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46' F-F
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48' F-F
66' F-F
78' F-F
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2018 Update to the City of Lubbock Thoroughfare Plan
November 2018
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THOROUGHFARE PLAN PRIORITIES
Lubbock’s Thoroughfare Plan puts an emphasis on three categories- safety, policy, and funding- to create a transportation
network. It successfully implements a right-sized thoroughfare network that safely accommodates all users and spends the City of
Lubbock’s funds in an optimal manner.
FUNDING
A successful thoroughfare plan is one that considers existing maintenance and capital costs, future maintenance and capital costs
and impacts of growth.
RIGHT-SIZING STREETS
Lubbock’s wide roadways are one of the City’s greatest potential opportunities. Operationally, the collector and arterial network
roadways should be examined for excess capacity. Where excess capacity exists, road right-sizing should be considered. Right-
sizing streets allows the opportunity for aesthetic and connectivity enhancements, such as walking pathways, landscaping and
bicycle facilities without spending additional funds for new facilities. In addition, several of the partial and new principal arterials
were revised by this plan to the five lane modified principal arterial- a typical section that will allow adjacent trails within a similar
right-of-way (110’). This change will build the appropriate size street that saves upfront capital costs and long-term maintenance
costs.
Determining the need for alleys is also important in the development of the roadway system. If alleys are deeded necessary for a
development, appropriate accessibility improvements should be required.
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300’300’300’300’
300’300’300’300’BIG NODES, SMALL LINKS
Intersections are the key to maintaining adequate traffic flow.
For the right-sized arterial facilities, it is recommended to
flare out the intersections to allow for dual left-turn lanes and
a dedicated right-turn lane. This configuration will maintain
similar capacities to a seven-lane section with a single left-turn
and no right-turn lane at a much lower cost.
As part of the Thoroughfare Plan process, the entire arterial
network was examined to determine which future roads
have the potential to be built with big nodes and smaller
links. The result of this process was the re-classification of
some principal arterials as modified principal arterials. While
maintaining the same right-of-way as the principal arterial, the
modified principal arterial allows for the concept of big nodes
and smaller links to be implemented, which have the ability to
maintain similar capacity but reduce the amount of funding
needed to build the transportation network.
STANDARD NODE, BIG LINK BIG NODE, SMALLER LINK
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IMPACT FEES
Impact fees are another tool to aid in funding new roadway
infrastructure. It consists of a charge or assessment imposed
by a political subdivision on new development in order to
generate revenue or recoup the costs of capital improvements
or facility expansions necessitated by and attributable to the
new development. An impact fee study calculates the cost for
growth to pay for roadway expansion within the City.
TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS
A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) is a tool or process that
ensures the City and land developers share a responsibility in
determining reasonable solutions to identified transportation
problems. A TIA examines the proposed development’s effect
on the existing transportation systems with supporting
documentation. The TIA recommends mitigation measures to
accommodate the impacts of the proposed development.
A TIA is typically required whenever additional site-generated
traffic exceeds 100 peak hour trips. A TIA is also typically
required with a zoning request change or a site plan. The TIA
is used by City staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission to
make a recommendation for approval or denial of the zoning
case or site plan.
Typical mitigation measures can include:
• Widening of the adjacent thoroughfare
• Intersection improvements within study area
• Safety mitigation – sight distance and turn lanes
• Access management
BORDER STREET POLICY
Border street policies are one tool to aid in funding roadway
infrastructure where development is occurring and creating
new traffic demand. This is done by requiring development
to build a portion of the thoroughfare facility adjacent to the
property line.
One component that could be included as part of the policy
in Lubbock is to request developers to provide preliminary
centerline profiles along key corridors prior to development
to minimize reconstruction costs when curb and gutter is
installed prior to roadway construction. The policy could also
require the adjacent border street to be constructed to a
three-lane section if determined proportional to the impacts
of the development.
FUNDING - DEVELOPER CONTRIBUTION
Below is a list of tools that the City could consider to help developers assist in the mitigation of their traffic impacts.
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The City may issue a bond as an instrument to finance
public projects such as roads, schools, airports and
infrastructure-related repairs. Any bonds issued should
be used to fund projects consistent with the City’s goals
as established in this document and in other documents
including the Walk and Bike Lubbock Plan and the
Lubbock Thoroughfare Plan.
TIF districts assist in financing development of
unimproved or blighted land by dedicating the real estate
property taxes to be generated by the built project to a
TIF fund for payment of the principal and interest on TIF
bonds. Under a TIF, the property owner pays taxes on the
full value of the property, and the taxing entities pay into
the TIF fund the taxes attributed to the added value of
the land due to the new development. TIF bonds may be
issued for a maximum of 20 years and may be used to pay
for public improvements associated with a development
including but not limited to parking, infrastructure, land
acquisition, and utilities.
A street maintenance fee is a fee collected by a political
subdivision to fund necessary transportation operations
and maintenance projects that are commensurate with
the impacts from existing development. The purpose is
to allocate a dedicated funding source based on usage of
system.
The formation of a PID allows the City to levy and collect
special assessments on property that is within the City
or within the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ).
A PID may be formed to perform any of the following
improvements:
• Water, wastewater, health and sanitation, or drain-
age improvements
• Street and sidewalk improvements
• Mass transit improvements
• Parking improvements
• Library improvements
• Park, recreation, and cultural improvements
• Landscaping and other aesthetic improvements
• Art installation
• Creation of pedestrian malls
• Similar improvements
• Supplemental safety services for the improvement
of the district, including public safety and security
services
• Supplemental business-related services for the im-
provement of the district
BONDS
TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (TIF)
STREET MAINTENANCE FEE
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (PID)
FUNDING - OTHER MECHANISMS
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Median OpeningsDrivewayDrivewayDriveway DrivewayCollectorLocal StreetLocal StreetEMPHASIS ON SAFETY
The safety of all motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists is the top priority for transportation in the City of Lubbock. Safety is
emphasized and reinforced in many existing design standards, ordinances, and policies that pertain to transportation. In order to
further improve safety for those traveling in Lubbock, four specific focus areas have been identified. These areas are:
• Access management
• Speeding
• Intersections as a priority
• Non-motorized transportation
ACCESS MANAGEMENT
Access management refers to the regulation of interchanges,
intersections, driveways, and median openings to a roadway.
Access management can increase safety by reducing the
number of turning movement conflicts and opportunities for
collisions on a roadway and by providing better protection
for pedestrians. Some strategies for implementing access
management in Lubbock include:
• Identification of future candidate corridors for raised me-
dian installation
• Development of revised access spacing criteria
• Right-turn lane requirements
• Emphasize providing cross access for commercial
properties instead of additional driveways
For corridors where raised medians are applied, Figure 4.2
represents an access management strategy (pavement section)
based on the existing arterial spacing in Lubbock.
Figure 4.2: Pavement Section for Local and Collector Roads
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SPEEDING
Speeding poses a threat to the safety of all modes of travel
as excessive speeds can lead to loss of control and increased
severity of crashes. Emphasis should be placed on neighborhood
local and collector streets where young children may be playing.
Speeding motorists on local streets present a significant
danger. Wide streets with a lack of pedestrian amenities can
encourage drivers to speed. New roadways should be designed
to lower the probability of a vehicle speeding, especially in a
neighborhood context. As shown in Figure 4.3, the risk of fatal
injury for pedestrians has been shown to increase rapidly
as impact speed increases above 30 miles per hour. Several
strategies to reduce speeding in Lubbock have been identified.
These strategies include:
• Identification of top corridors with speeding concerns
• Encouraging narrower roads throughout the system
• Smaller drive lanes, where appropriate
• Speed limit reduction
• Traffic calming. landscaping, and pedestrian features
• Increased enforcement
Figure 4.3: Relationship Between Speed and Risk of Pedestrian Fatality
Source: Relationship Between Speed and Risk of Fatal Injury: Pedestrians and Car Occupants, Figure 2.1, London
Department for Transport, 2010
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INTERSECTIONS
Many severe crashes occur at intersections due to increased opportunity for collisions, making
intersections an important focus area for safety. The following two strategies have been identified as
beneficial to improving intersection safety in the City of Lubbock:
Development of a Safety Improvement Program
The development of a Safety Improvement Program would include identifying top safety priorities
and creating a specific plan to implement improvements.
Develop a List of Candidate Intersections for Safety Improvements
A list of candidate intersections for safety improvements can be identified using data such as crash
rate, geometry, vehicular volumes, and pedestrian traffic.
NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION
Pedestrians and cyclists typically bear the greatest risk of severe injury or death when involved in an
automobile crash. Well-designed pedestrian and bicycle networks can significantly decrease the risk
of those using non-motorized forms of transportation.
For the establishment of a safe and connected pedestrian network, sidewalks should be included in
all new roadway construction, large roadway rehabilitation projects, and in subdivision construction.
Existing gaps within the sidewalk network should also be identified. Developments should be
reviewed to ensure pedestrian connectivity is maintained. Areas around schools, parks, transit and
public facilities should receive priority when targeting areas for pedestrian improvements, as these
areas are typically the most likely to attract pedestrian trips.
The bicycle network should be continuous and should provide dedicated or separated facilities
where possible to maximize safety and comfort for riders of all ages and abilities. On routes where
dedicated or separated facilities cannot be provided, traffic calming measures, wayfinding, and
clear signage should be considered to alert motorists of the presence of cyclists and to increase the
comfort and safety of cyclists. Bicycle and pedestrian facilities and priorities will be emphasized in
the Walk and Bike Lubbock Plan.
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The City is already so close to being bike-friendly, but there’s a
lot more that could be done. Car traffic isn’t bad unless it’s rush hour,
so that doesn’t seem like much of a problem. However, I couldn’t find a
good place to cross Quaker. I used the 42nd bike lane and felt like I was
taking my life in my hands every time I went through. I also found that
it was difficult to ride my bike under the loop. It’s such a high-traffic
area, and there’s no shoulder, so you have to get off and walk it, and it’s
not great. I love what you did for Broadway. Honestly, the change made
it so much easier to drive too, because of the turn lane. More like that
would be great.
Online Survey Question:
What is the number one transportation issue facing Lubbock?
One respondent:
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POLICIES
In addition to the Thoroughfare Plan Map and cross-section design, the crafting of transportation policies can aid in providing
and maintaining a well-functioning transportation system that meets the needs of its users. The following sections discuss several
policies that, if implemented, are anticipated to build on and enhance the existing transportation network in Lubbock.
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CONTEXT SENSITIVE DESIGN
The principle behind context sensitive design is that roadways and other transportation facilities are built to reflect the needs
of the surrounding land use. For example, roads in more rural areas are more often built with bar ditches and less often include
transit facilities. Roads in urban areas may more commonly have a need for on-street parking and/or bike lanes. Many areas of
Lubbock have distinct and unique characteristics. The roadways should have flexibility in design to adapt to match the areas
where they are located. The land use context, adjacent neighborhoods and long-term character should all be considered during
roadway design. The development of a policy by the City’s Engineering and Planning staff would ensure that future roadway
facilities are built to correctly suit their environment in the City of Lubbock.
THE CRAFTING OF TRANSPORTATION
POLICIES CAN AID IN PROVIDING AND
MAINTAINING A WELL-FUNCTIONING
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM
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MAINTAINING A WELL-FUNCTIONING
TRANSPORTATION SYS"fEM
COLLECTOR CONNECTIONS
The existing grid network in Lubbock allows for an efficient and highly connected means of transportation by limiting trip lengths
throughout the City and providing multiple route options for roadway users. This network was designed generally with an arterial
spacing of one mile, and a collector spacing of one-half mile between arterials. In addition to this, it is recommended that a policy
be considered to allow no more than three street connections between arterials, and for access management standards to be
strictly enforced for driveways. These policies, in conjunction with robust access management practices, have the ability to
enhance mobility along arterial roadways in Lubbock.
PUBLIC TRANSIT
Public transit is a vital appendage of the transportation
system, and serves a diverse demographic including students,
commuters, elderly persons, and persons with disabilities.
It is important to understand the existing transit demand
and identify geographic and demographic areas that are
currently being under-served so that new ways of expanding
service can accurately be identified and acted upon. The City
is in the process of evaluating the transit system with the
goal of promoting equity of opportunity in the system. It is
recommended that a transit plan be developed which addresses
the following four questions:
• How well is transit demand currently being met?
• What new connections and services should be provided?
• How should transit be accommodated within Complete
Streets?
• What improvements to the Transit System for under-
served communities and areas are needed?
WIDENING/IMPROVEMENT CRITERIA
One way to ensure that transportation projects are prioritized
appropriately and funds are used where they are needed most
is to develop criteria to aid in the selection process to identify
candidates for roadway widening and other improvements.
The result of this policy would be a live, up-to-date list of high
priority projects to be completed. Selection of projects from
that list would be based on the criteria, as well as public and
stakeholder input. Project selection criteria may include the
following elements:
• Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT)
• Intersection and link level of service
• Large anticipated development
• Future land use
• Network connectivity
• Roadway/pavement condition
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Functional
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Implementation Multi-ModalFunding
FLEXIBLE PRIORITIZATION
In addition to development of widening and improvement criteria, it is important that the goals of the transportation system in
Lubbock reflect the interrelationships with other systems and should be evaluated comprehensively. This means that some goals
may be weighted more heavily than others, and even on a case-to-case basis. This level of flexibility allows Lubbock to customize
the prioritization process based on what is most important to achieve community goals.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LAND USE AND TRANSPORTATION
Land use and transportation are directly related. Each type of land use generally generates a certain amount of traffic and has
specific traffic patterns. The capacity of the roadways also determines if a particular land use can be developed on a corridor.
It is important for the Planning and Engineering departments to work together when planning major corridors to ensure the
most compatible development and traffic patterns.
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Thoroughfare
Plan
Revise
Zoning
Ordinance
RECOMMENDATIONS
This Thoroughfare Plan creates a transportation vision
for the City of Lubbock. The first step to implementing a
plan is through the zoning and subdivision regulations.
Lubbock’s current regulations are outdated and do not
align with many of the transportation policies in this
Plan. It is recommended that the zoning and subdivision
regulations be updated after the adoption of this
Plan to allow for successful implementation of the
policies and strategies (i.e.; functional classifications,
access management, cross-sections, collector
connections, etc.). The City should also consider
combining the zoning and subdivision regulations into
a Unified Development Code (UDC) to streamline
the regulations and make them user-friendly to the
public and developers. The right-of-way should also be
zoned correctly so that appraisals accurately reflect an
appropriate value other than a commercial land use.
2. UPDATE AND ALIGN THE ZONING AND
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS WITH THE
RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS THOROUGHFARE
PLAN.
The adoption of this Thoroughfare Plan replaces the
2007 Plan. This new Thoroughfare Plan should be
utilized by staff to guide transportation and land use
related decisions. The map should also be reviewed
annually for any minor updates and at least every five
years for major updates. These updates should be
identified by staff and recommended to the Planning &
Zoning Commission for review and recommendation to
the City Council. The City Council should also continue
to evaluate the overall transit system and engage in
discussions with transit users.
1. ADOPT THE UPDATED THOROUGHFARE PLAN.
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Corridor
Design &
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Impact fees for
Infrastructure
Projects
Neighborhood
Planning
Program
Development of a Safety Improvement Program
The development of a Safety Improvement Program would
include identifying top safety priorities and creating a specific
plan to implement improvements.
Develop a list of candidate intersections for Safety
Improvements by working with the MPO.
A list of candidate intersections for safety improvements can
be identified using data such as crash rate, geometry, vehicular
volumes, and pedestrian traffic.
Develop a new access management policy
• Identification of future candidate corridors for raised
median installation
• Development of revised access spacing criteria
• Right-turn lane requirements
• Emphasize providing cross access for commercial
properties instead of additional driveways
• Require alleys to be paved and limit alley intersections
with major arterials
Speed Reduction Strategies
• Identification of top corridors with speeding concerns
• Evaluation of most appropriate speeding countermeasures
-Speed limit reduction
-Traffic calming
-Increased enforcement
5. PRIORITIZE AND IMPLEMENT ROADWAY
IMPROVEMENT STRATEGIES
Appoint a Capital Improvements Advisory Committee
(CIAC) to assist in the development of an impact fee
program for roadways as authorized per Chapter 395
of Texas Local Government Code (LGC) for the purpose
of constructing key infrastructure over the next 10
years. This Committee should be separate from the
Planning and Zoning Commission and is recommended
to consider adoption of impact fees at 50 percent of
the maximum amount allowed by law.
3. APPOINT A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
Transportation solutions should be further evaluated
in Northern and Eastern Lubbock. The focus should
be the reduction of barriers to improve the pedestrian
and bicyclists experience and allow good connections
to a future transit system.
4. EVALUATE TRANSPORTATION IN NORTHERN
AND EASTERN LUBBOCK.
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INTRODUCTION
The City is responsible for the operation of water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater systems. Master plans
for each of these systems are underway or have recently been completed. The goal of these master plans has been to evaluate
the existing system, measure the existing performance, identify deficiencies, and determine the needed improvements. While the
analysis of these systems depends heavily on technical engineering data, planning information is critical to their development.
The FLUP and Thoroughfare Plan are both important for infrastructure planning, as the City cannot plan for public improvements
until it knows what conditions to expect. The following are issues regarding these systems.
• Different land uses require different resources
-Water needs for a school, a hospital, a subdivision, an industrial development, or an apartment complex all differ. The
water lines that bring water to the various developments tie to the City’s water mains, which must be of adequate size
THE FLUP AND THOROUGHFARE
PLAN ARE BOTH IMPORTANT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING.
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and pressure to accommodate the needs. Water master
planning allows the City to understand and plan for the
impacts developments have to the overall system.
- The wastewater produced from a development varies
by land use as well. Similar to water, the wastewater
produced from a development is collected and conveyed
to the City system. Sewer mains that were designed
for a specific use may not have the capacity to take the
wastewater produced from a development with higher
flows. Limitations to the size of the wastewater system
may limit the development opportunities adjacent to
them.
-Lubbock depends heavily on the native playa lakes to
store stormwater, and the streets as a means to convey
the water to the playas. Land that is compacted and
paved (impervious) does not infiltrate as easily in its
native state. Any additional impervious area produces
more runoff. The playa lakes have been studied and
assume a degree of development or imperviousness
based on the FLUP. When increased runoff is produced,
it results in an increased risk of flooding surrounding
the playas and along drainageways.
• Existing infrastructure varies throughout the City
-Infrastructure is typically installed as an area develops.
In older parts of the City, the older infrastructure may
have reached its useful design life or be built out of a
material that is no longer commonly used.
-As standards change over time, the adequacy of the
infrastructure to meet current standards may change.
This sometimes requires the City to retrofit older areas
with new infrastructure.
• Roadways present additional challenges for stormwater
-Since roadways are the primary conveyance for
stormwater, they are critical to the stormwater system.
Changes to the roadway section impact other factors,
such as stormwater.
-The natural terrain of Lubbock can be very flat in places,
which makes it difficult to drain roadways.
-Roadways that are constructed through a playa or in a
playa overflow route must be designed with stormwater
in mind.
-Reduction in pavement width as part of a more narrow
road section or addition of pedestrian facilities may
impact the stormwater system.
The following map shows the areas within Lubbock that are
currently served by water, wastewater, and stormwater.
Properties located inside the boundary are currently served;
properties located outside the boundary are not currently
on the respective system, and represent an expansion area.
While many infrastructure projects are intended to fix one
particular problem, water, wastewater, and stormwater plans
are critical because they improve the overall system. These
recommendations are based on projected existing conditions
compared to projected growth and help shape how Capital
Improvement Projects (CIP) are identified, prioritized, and
scheduled.
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STORMWATER SERVICE AREA
Stormwater Service Area Boundary
WATER SERVICE AREA
Water Service Area Boundary
WASTEWATER SERVICE AREA
Wastewater Service Area Boundary
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WATER MASTER PLAN
The Water Master Plan was initiated in May 2014 and completed in August 2017. The goal of the Water Master Plan was to
evaluate and analyze the distribution system, measure existing performance, identify deficiencies, and recommend system
improvements.
SYSTEM EVALUATION
The Water Master Plan evaluated the entire Water Distribution System, including three elevated storage tanks, 12 ground
storage tanks, 10 pump stations, two water treatment plants, and miles of pipelines. A hydraulic model of the City’s distribution
system was developed to simulate the performance of the system using available GIS data. The model was calibrated and field
data was collected as needed. The system was analyzed under various design conditions for performance under high demand
days, for periods of low pressure, for fire flow, for water age, and for chlorine residual. An energy analysis was also conducted.
MEASURE EXISTING PERFORMANCE
In order to evaluate and measure the performance of the existing system, a review of historical usage and water demands was
completed. This was helpful, along with population projections and projected land uses, in establishing trends and forecasting
demands over the next 20 years. Average Day demand is projected to grow from 40 to 50 million gallons per day (MGD) over
the next 20 years and Maximum Day demand is projected to grow from 80 to 90 MGD. These numbers are based on projected
population and historical water usage and serve as the basis for the City’s water planning efforts.
EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE PLANS
WATER CONSERVATION
The City of Lubbock evaluates system supply and
demand and publishes that data as part of the Strategic
Water Supply Plan. The 2018 report lists current
supply sources as Bailey County Wellfield, Roberts
County Wellfield, Lake Alan Henry, and Lake Meredith.
Water supply is planned and sources secured for
various scenarios, including average demand, peak
demand, drought, accelerated population growth, and
balance of surface water to groundwater.
The City encourages water conservation as one of the
methods of management of its resource. As outlined in
the report, water conservation is the least expensive
supply of water that the City possesses. By conserving
water, the City could potentially delay future water
supply projects by as much as 20 years by continuing to
pursue its effective water conservation program.
Source: City of Lubbock 2018 Strategic Water Supply Plan
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IMPROVEMENTS
Improvements were identified to help meet the future projected
growth and to correct deficiencies. The water system needs
improvements to improve operations and quality, prepare for
growth to meet future demands, and replace existing infrastructure
due to age.
• Ground Storage - As Lubbock continues to grow, so do the
water use demands. Water systems are designed considering
both average use and peak use. Additional ground storage
tanks are needed to help meet peak demands.
• Elevated Storage - Some or all existing elevated storage
tanks do not provide sufficient static pressures. Some tanks
tend to stay full for long periods of time, which may result in
water quality issues. This requires existing pump stations to
run for long periods, resulting in higher energy, and operation
and maintenance costs at the pump stations. Five proposed
elevated storage tanks were identified as future CIPs.
• Reduce Reliance on Pumping - The addition of more elevated
storage will help to reduce the current reliance on pumping
and will allow multiple pump stations to be taken out of
service. Pump Stations 3 and 6 in the East Pressure Zone
and Pump Stations 7 and 9 in the West Pressure Zone were
identified for removal.
• Extension of the Water System to Serve Growth - Growth
continues in all areas of Lubbock but particularly to the south
and southwest. Extension of water mains to unserved areas
will be required to accommodate this growth. Two major
corridors were identified to serve the growing areas of south
and west Lubbock. The 130th Street Corridor, from Indiana
to Inler, was identified as a corridor for a 12-inch water main.
The 19th Street/34th Street Corridor west of Loop 289 was
identified as a corridor for up to a 24-inch water main.
• Water Line Looping - As the system expands and water mains
are extended, it is important to loop the larger water lines to
prevent dead end mains and improve water quality.
• Water System Rehabilitation/Renewal - Water lines in the
oldest part of Downtown have reached their design life and
present increased maintenance demands and costs. The Downtown area was evaluated so rehabilitation and replacement
efforts could be prioritized. A scoring system was developed to rate each water line based on pipe size, age and material,
water quality, number of work orders, and line capacity. Water lines were grouped based on their scores and small projects
were identified, along with estimated construction costs. While the larger tank and water line projects were identified
separately, these small projects were grouped in an effort to achieve economies of scale for inclusion into the CIP.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM
The top ten recommended Water System CIP projects
include:
1. Elevated Storage Tank Land Acquisition, Design,
and Demolition of Old Facilities
2. 15 MGD Low Head C Pump Station and
Transmission Line
3. Downtown Pipeline Renewal Program
4. Annual Water Model Update
5. Establish Pressure Zone Delineation/MLK
Boulevard and 66th Street Valve Repairs
6. Annexation Water Lines
7. Low Head D Pump Station Improvements
8. Frankford Avenue/130th Street 12-inch Water
Line
9. N. Slide Road 12 and 16-inch Water Line
10. Lake Alan Henry Water Treatment Plant
Expansion to 20 MGD
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WASTEWATER MASTER PLAN
The Wastewater Master Plan was started in May 2017 and is scheduled to be completed in May 2019. The Wastewater
Master Plan will evaluate the collection system capacity, condition and performance of the existing system, and compare the
findings to 5-, 10-, and 20-year projections. A detailed and robust hydraulic model was developed for analysis and future system
recommendations, as well as to evaluate the system’s compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements. The Master Plan will identify needed improvements, which address
existing deficiencies and help provide direction for system growth and expansion.
SYSTEM EVALUATION
In order to evaluate and measure the performance of the existing system, a 6-month flow monitoring study was conducted to
determine flow characteristics at key points in the collection system. Field surveying data was collected to supplement existing
GIS data, which is useful for building and calibrating the hydraulic model. The model was updated using the population projections
and FLUP from this Comprehensive Plan to simulate current and future wastewater flows to the wastewater reclamation plants.
To address regulatory needs, the Master Plan evaluation included a Capacity, Management, Operations, and Maintenance
(CMOM) program assessment to adhere to EPA national standards. The evaluation identifies any gaps in service and performance
for the wastewater utility overall. As a result of the comprehensive system evaluation, a Capital Improvements Plan will be
proposed to correct the identified deficiencies or serve new growth areas. This CIP will include prioritized rankings/phasing of
projects, business-case drivers and triggers and budgetary costs for each identified project.
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WASTEWATER MASTER PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS
Since the evaluation is currently ongoing, detailed projects are unavailable at this time. Once delivered to the City at the end of
2018, Master Plan findings will be reported to the City Council upon completion and will include the recommendations to this
Plan through an update. The CIP will then be implemented based on the findings and ranked improvements documented in the
finalized Wastewater Master Plan report.
The improvements will generally include the following items:
• Wastewater Collector/Interceptor Lines – These lines form the network of the collection system and are used to
convey flow from individual customers to the wastewater reclamation plants. The recommendations range from replacing
or paralleling existing lines due to model-predicted capacity restrictions or new construction to serve growth areas as the
collection system footprint expands beyond its current limits. Redevelopment areas such as downtown, TTU, and the
West Loop 289 call for the upsizing of existing infrastructure as population density and commercial development will
impact the current wastewater lines.
• Lift Stations (New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Decommissioning) – The wastewater system requires lift
stations to convey flows against gravity in order to provide service to certain areas in the City. The system evaluation
and recommendations will identify areas where construction of a new lift station is necessary, what actions and rehab
measures will be required on existing lift station infrastructure, and look for solutions where current lift station sites can
be removed to decrease maintenance and increase system efficiency.
• Sewer Line Rehabilitations – The comprehensive system evaluation includes an assessment of pipeline risk as a func-
tion of an asset’s condition and its criticality to the overall system. Various condition variables (pipe material, age, main-
tenance history, etc.) and criticality variables (capacity provided, line size, upstream population served, etc.) are evaluated
to identify candidate lines for renewal or inspection.
• Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Studies (SSES) – SSES studies are developed for targeted areas in the collection system
where groundwater and stormwater contribute to sanitary sewer flow. SSES studies use a combination of smoke/dye
testing, micro-metering, and CCTV inspection technologies to pinpoint leaks in sewer pipes. Reduction in the amount of
outside infiltration into the collection system reserves capacity for wastewater flows and helps to defer capacity related
upsizing of wastewater lines and lift station expansions.
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STORMWATER MASTER PLAN
The Stormwater Master Plan has an anticipated completion date of end of 2018. The focus of the project is to evaluate the
entire Stormwater program and update the existing Drainage Criteria Manual (DCM) and Master Drainage Plan (MDP), with
the goal of facilitating responsible, cost-effective development, making the development review process more user friendly, and
leveraging technology to provide improved resources. Proposed CIPs are also being identified and a framework established for
future implementation.
DRAINAGE CRITERIA MANUAL (DCM)
Several elements of this portion of the Stormwater Master Plan are critical to the implementation of this Comprehensive Plan,
specifically updated development criteria for playas, detention or retention criteria, and floodplain and floodway development
requirements.
PLAYAS
Playas are natural ground surface depressions prevalent in the
South Plains that retain surface water runoff. They are useful
for storage of stormwater runoff and can also provide a space
for outdoor recreation such as parks. New criteria relating
to classification and dedication have been updated within the
City’s draft DCM to address development requirements around
playas. Improved and clarified criteria involving development
near overflow and non-overflow playas is intended to prevent
or reduce large infrastructure expenses in the future by
promoting responsible and best practice development.
This element will tie to the Parks, Trails, and Open Space Plan
recommendation to develop standards for requirements or
qualities acceptable for the City to accept as part of a Parkland
Dedication Ordinance. Playa dedication requirements are
being evaluated to outline and clarify the requirements for
creation of both recreational needs and stormwater basins. The
draft DCM does not include the requirements but references
the Playa Dedication Manual. The concurrent effort of the
Playa Dedication Manual and the Lubbock Parks, Trails, and
Open Space Plan will set drainage policies as development
occurs.
DETENTION/RETENTION
Stormwater detention and retention basins are used to
temporarily or permanently impound stormwater runoff,
thereby reducing the peak discharge rates or to provide for
stormwater impoundment when conveyance easements are not
available for downstream discharge. Existing criteria does not
include provisions for analyzing a development’s impact to the
stormwater system and requirements for design of detention
or retention. There is also no existing provision for assignment
of responsibility for maintenance of a detention basin, which
has contributed to the lack of development of new parks.
Criteria were updated to include downstream assessment,
detention/retention design criteria, and Facility Maintenance
Agreement criteria. This element will tie to the Community
Livability recommendation to incorporate low-impact design
standards into the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances.
FLOODPLAIN/FLOODWAY
REDEVELOPMENT
FEMA administers the National Flood Insurance Program
(NFIP), which enables property owners to purchase flood
insurance. In return for making flood insurance available
for existing structures, the participating community agrees
to regulate new development within Special Flood Hazard
Areas (SFHAs), also referred to as the floodplain. Lubbock
is also a participating city in the Community Rating System
(CRS), which provides incentives (reduced premiums) for the
participating communities to require flood protection above
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the minimum requirements developed by FEMA. To stay in compliance
with these programs, the City reviews development in, near, and around
floodplains. To ensure further flood protection under the new DCM, the
City will require a Floodplain Development Permit, prohibit a Letter of
Map Revision by Fill (LOMR-F) within a playa overflow conveyance area,
and utilize FEMA floodplains to determine the need for a LOMR within
a proposed development. This element will reinforce the playa and park
recommendations and ties to the Community Livability recommendation to
minimize the potential and known risks associated with natural disasters.
MASTER DRAINAGE PLAN (MDP)
Drainage studies are conducted by both the City and private developers
when development applications are submitted to the City. While the
drainage reports and studies have been prepared, there has not been an
efficient mechanism to leverage those studies for the benefit of the City or
for future development. The goal of the MDP update is to use completed
drainage analyses to inform future development or consideration for
future CIPs in an electronic, user-friendly platform. The MDP aims to
identify locations along thoroughfares where there will potentially be
additional drainage requirements or insufficient capacity in the standard
roadway section. The draft DCM includes provisions for updating the MDP
information when drainage information is modified.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
After preparing and reviewing drainage models, interviewing operations
staff, and performing site visits, multiple flood-prone areas have been
identified for consideration for improvement to meet future conditions.
Improvements were identified and then prioritized to create a Capital Im-
provements Program (CIP). A framework was put in place to help prioritize
any future identified projects or areas, according to the priorities of the City
as it relates to flood protection. The top current drainage projects include:
• Northwest Lubbock Drainage Improvements, Phase 3 Design and Con-
struction
• Mae Simmons Park low water crossing
• Canyon Crossing & Broadway
• 29th & Boston
• 117th & Trafalgar
• Santa Fe Dr. west of Marsha Sharp Fwy
• Upland Ave., Marsha Sharp and south (to be accomplished concurrent-
ly with Upland Ave. roadway improvements)
• Memphis, 111th to 114th
• 50th St. & Ave. A
• University Ave. (Marsha Sharp to Broadway)
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For drainage, the City has identified $7 million in improvements needed in the next five years, in addition to more than $170
million in recent investments. Utilities are maintained and financed through proprietary funds, meaning a significant portion of
their funding is derived from user fees. For the City of Lubbock to continue to facilitate growth and infrastructure expansion,
additional funding sources must be evaluated.
FUNDING INFRASTRUCTURE
Simply stated, infrastructure fuels growth and growth costs money. In Lubbock, the water/wastewater fund has 32 active capital
projects worth an estimated $238.4 million and an additional need of $12.2 million for existing projects.
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BIG IDEA:
BALANCING THE NEEDS FOR
ACCOMMODATING GROWTH
AND REPLACING AGING INFRASTRUCTURE
BIG IDEA
Infrastructure planning in Lubbock is critical to addressing growth by meeting the current and future demand on infrastructure
systems. Routine, proactive infrastructure planning is also fiscally responsible because it allows the City to better maintain
existing systems, which extends their lifespans. The Capital Improvement Plan also assists the City in identifying, prioritizing, and
funding critical projects. It will be extremely important to determine alternative funding sources for infrastructure construction.
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BIG IDE :
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Impact fees for
Infrastructure
Projects
RECOMMENDATIONS
-Increase ground storage capacity to help meet peak
demands.
-Increase elevated storage capacity to enhance system
operation and reduce reliance on pumping. Take
multiple pump stations out of service.
-Loop larger water lines to improve water quality
-Implement a phased water system rehabilitation/re-
newal program.
-Plan for water line extensions to unserved areas.
-Implement identified Capital Improvement Projects to
meet projected water demands through 2037.
-Continue water conservation program and encourage
regular conservation by residents.
2. IMPLEMENT THE WATER MASTER PLAN.
Appoint a Capital Improvements Advisory Committee (CIAC)
to assist in the development of an impact fee program for
roadways as authorized per Chapter 395 of Texas Local
Government Code (LGC) (Parkland Dedication Ordinance)
for the purpose of constructing key infrastructure over the
next 10 years. This Committee should be separate from the
Planning and Zoning Commission and is recommended to
consider the adoption of impact fees to start at 50 percent of
the maximum amount allowed by law. The Committee should
also consider whether impact fees should be charged for
water and/or wastewater facilities.
1. APPOINT A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
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Impact fees for
Infrastructure
Projects
-Adopt updated Drainage Criteria Manual and
associated ordinance updates.
-Develop Parkland Dedication Ordinance and playa/
park development criteria for recreational parks and
stormwater basins.
-Continue development and implement use of MDP
framework for development.
-Continue implementation of the CIP for stormwater
improvements. Populate additional projects as problem
areas are identified.
4. IMPLEMENT THE STORMWATER MASTER PLAN.3. IMPLEMENT THE WASTEWATER MASTER PLAN.
-Report findings to the City Council upon completion of
ongoing master plan. Incorporate applicable findings
and recommendations into this Plan through an update.
-Implement a CIP based on the findings and ranked
improvements recommended in the Plan, such as:
• Wastewater collector/interceptor lines
• Lift Stations (new construction, rehabilitation, or de-
commissioning)
• Sewer line rehabilitations
• Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Studies (SSES)
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CHAPTER 6
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Written by Marsh Darcy and Partners
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ECONOMIC CONDITIONS
Every decision a city makes has a financial implication. Whether this implication is direct or indirect, the
overall goal of economic development is to utilize public expenditures in a way that facilitates productive
private sector responses. All land use regulations and planning efforts ultimately effect economic
development. For example, development patterns and traffic flow have a direct effect on businesses.
Poor placement of land uses and inaccessibility can decrease revenues for a business.
The public and private sectors have different roles but rely heavily on each other; the public sector
provides infrastructure and service while the private sector builds the economic base. When the
relationship between the public and private sectors is balanced, the result is an enhanced quality of life
through:
• Broadened employment opportunities
• Improved public services
• Additional commercial and retail amenities
MATURE CITIES
With a projected growth rate of 2 to 2.5 per-
cent, Lubbock will face growing pressure to pro-
vide and maintain infrastructure such as water/
wastewater, drainage, and roads.
Very early in the planning process with the CPAC
and general public, it became apparent that one
of the most critical issues that needed to be ad-
dressed was the method by which the City funds
new infrastructure. Considered together, these
factors raise a difficult question of who should
pay for growth.
A significant amount of the City’s resources are
already devoted to funding or paying off major
capital projects.
• Water/wastewater: Active projects worth
$238.4M; additional need of $12.2M.
• Stormwater/drainage: $7M in improve-
ments needed in the next five years; more
than $170M in recent investments.
• Roads: $136M needed in the next five
years and an additional $150M needed lon-
ger-term; $138.5M in recent improvements.
FUNDING GROWTH
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Lubbock is considered a mature city - one in which
portions of the community are old enough to warrant
redevelopment and maintenance policies. Mature cities
have a unique set of economic needs:
• Improve/rehabilitate infrastructure
• Create and maintain jobs
• Attract retail, entertainment, and recreation
• Revitalization and/or new development
• Image and perception management
• Expanded housing options
• Revenue growth to keep pace with needs
• Additional appeal as a place to live, work, and invest
• Increased money in the local economy
Beyond Lubbock’s current and anticipated improvement needs,
the City’s current debt is roughly $1.61 billion (Source: City of
Lubbock Finance Department), of which:
• 83.3 percent is supported by user fees (electricity, water,
etc.)
• 42 percent is for water/wastewater projects; 10 percent
for stormwater projects; and 6 percent for gateway street
projects.
THE OVERALL GOAL OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT IS TO UTILIZE
PUBLIC EXPENDITURES
IN A WAY THAT FACILITATES PRODUCTIVE
PRIVATE SECTOR RESPONSES.
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PRIVATE SECTOR RESPONSES.
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IMPLEMENTING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The City of Lubbock does not have an Economic Development department; this role is filled by the Lubbock Economic Development
Alliance (LEDA) and Market Lubbock Incorporated (MLI), whose missions are to stimulate the economy by growing high-paying
jobs and investing in public improvements and improving the quality of life in the process. LEDA works directly with the business
community throughout Texas and the United States to achieve this mission. LEDA and MLI have several economic development
initiatives that are applicable to this Comprehensive Plan:
• Workforce recruitment/retention through design, destinations, and amenities (LEDA)
• Downtown streetscape improvements (MLI)
• Downtown maintenance and building codes conducive to vertical mixed use (MLI)
• Encourage Downtown business growth, activity and enhancement to destination attractions and amenities (MLI)
• Zoning – Land Uses, Overlay
Districts, Aesthetics, Design
• Platting, Lot Size, Setbacks,
Minimum Lot Size
• Right of Way Widths
• Access Management
• Roadway Alignments
• Parking
• Sidewalk Widths
• Public Realm
• Lighting
• Landscaping
• Signage
• Public Art
• Public Parks
• City Buildings
• Building, Health and Safety
Codes
• Code Compliance
• Tax Rates, Budgets
CITIES CONTROL
REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT CITIES INFLUENCE
VIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
• Visual Aesthetics and Urban
Design (If Not in Zoning)
• Enhancements to and
programming of Public Realm
• Branding and Marketing
• Infrastructure Upgrades
• Commercial Renovations
• Range of Housing
• Risk Mitigation
• Land Acquisition / Land Swaps
• Interest and Support of
Commercial Property Owners
• Resident Support
CITIES DON’T CONTROL
PRIVATE SECTOR ACTIVITY
• Ownership
• Parcel Size (Beyond Minimums)
• Third Party Transactions
• Building Architectural Appeal
(Beyond Design Standards)
• Edge Conditions in Abutting Areas
• “The Market”
- Competition
- Demographics
- Demand
- Risk Assessment
• Other Governmental Entities
- TXDOT
- FEMA
- ISDs
- Universities
DID YOU KNOW?
Cities don’t have as much control over their destiny as people often think. In reality, there are many important issues
affecting cities that either fall into the private domain or into the jurisdiction of other governmental entities.
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TOOLS AND STRATEGIES
Incentives are usually tied to job creation or
economic diversification and can include grants,
loans, abatements, and rebates. Reimbursements
are usually tied to providing public infrastructure
and performance metrics of some sort, but usually
not jobs. These can include special districts
(MUDs, PIDs, TIRZ, NEZ, Management Districts)
and Chapter 380 Agreements/Rebates.
THERE ARE TWO
KINDS OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
TOOLS:
INCENTIVES AND
REIMBURSEMENTS
Economic development programs are powerful implementation tools when underpinned by the philosophy that a public
investment should engender a private sector response that is consistent with the City’s goals. Economic development should:
• Be used to capture the best from the market; cities can’t create a market that does not exist.
• Be used to foster job growth and development that provide benefits to the community that are beyond those that are simply
market-based.
• Consider the City’s cost of serving the particular land use, since not all land uses are equal in their service demand and cost.
• Be analyzed to determine the size and magnitude of economic development assistance that is correlated to the net benefit
the City derives from a proposed development.
The table on page 136 was prepared as part of the effort of investigating the various infrastructure funding tools available and
the pros and cons of those tools from the City’s perspective.
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General Fund
• Most predictable municipal revenue source
• Few statutory limitations on use of funds
• Resources can be constrained by tax rate
limitations
• All property tax payers pay, even if not directly
benefited
General
Obligation Bonds • Good for general benefit projects
• Resources can be constrained by bond rating
limitations
• All property tax payers pay, even if not directly
benefited
Utility Fund • Good source for water, stormwater, and
sanitary sewer projects
• Resources can be constrained by reasonable
utility rates
• All rate payers pay, even if not directly benefited
Utility Revenue
Bonds • Good for general benefit utility projects
• Resources can be constrained by bond rating or
utility rate limitations
• All rate payers pay, even if not directly benefited
Tax Increment
Reinvestment
Zone (TIRZ)
• Growth pays for itself
• Developer at risk
• All or a portion of incremental city taxes are
diverted to TIRZ Fund
• Could constrain operating funds if not properly
planned
• “But-for” test
PIDs
• Growth pays for itself (Additional assessment
on benefited properties)
• Developer at risk
• City is the administrator
• Bonds not marketable, city issues debt
• Can contribute to inequity between
neighborhoods
MUDs
• Growth pays for itself (Additional tax on
benefited properties)
• Developer at risk
• Need to address the “dual taxation” argument
• Upon annexation, city inherits MUD-issued
debt
Impact Fees
(water, sewer,
roads)
• Growth helps pay for itself
• Fees are proportionate to costs of infrastructure
to serve growth
• “Who pays?” issue
• Extra staff administration
• Increases development cost
Oversizing
Agreements • Developers pay their proportionate share • Funding of City’s share
Pro Rata
Agreements
• Developers pay up front capital costs that are
reimbursed with future development
• Administrative tracking of multiple agreements,
receipts, and payments over time
FUNDING MECHANISMS FOR INFRASTRUCTURE
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WHAT ARE
IMPACT FEES?
“It’s easy for all of us to just say ‘ let the city pay for it’.
Once you..look at the dollars that are needed and the
dollars that are available, it becomes clear that if we
as builders and developers say ‘we don’t want to help
at all’, streets won’t get built. We just do not have the
funds.” -Dan Wilson, P&Z Chairman
• A one-time charge assessed to new development
for a portion of the costs of capital improvements;
provides funding for the infrastructure necessary
to accommodate new development without
raising rates for existing residents
• Can include certain new facilities or expansions
as well as recoupment of certain capital
improvement costs
• Proportional to development impact on
infrastructure system (as regulated by Chapter
212.904 TLGC)
• Impact fees are widely used for water,
wastewater, and roadways, but can also be used
for drainage.
• Provide a systematic, structured, fair approach
to assessment of fees.
IMPACT FEES ARE...LUBBOCK IS
PROJECTED TO ADD
OVER 70,000 NEW
RESIDENTS BY 2030;
EQUAL TO 25,000
HOUSING UNITS; LAND
USE PLANNING AND
POLICIES WILL PLAY
AN IMPORTANT ROLE
IN DETERMINING
THE COST OF THIS
GROWTH. THE CITY’S
CURRENT APPROACH
IS NOT SUSTAINABLE
GOING FORWARD.
EXISTING TOOLS
No tool alone is sufficient in funding all of a city’s
initiatives. Moreover, neither tool is inherently right
or wrong. Lubbock already utilizes several economic
development tools:
• 3 TIRZs
• 5 PIDs
• Economic Development Incentive Fund
• Gateway Streets Fund
• North and East Lubbock Neighborhood Fund
• Community Development and Community
Services Funds
• Lubbock Economic Development Alliance
• 1/8 cent sales tax (Type A)
• 2.3 cents of property tax
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RECOMMENDATIONS
Continue to support the ongoing efforts and initiatives of
LEDA and MLI. As Lubbock adapts to changing conditions, it is
also recommended that the City support future LEDA and MLI
endeavors, such as:
• LEDA should continue to operate as a Type A Economic
Development Corporation.
• City should study and evaluate the potential conversion
of MLI to a Type B Economic Development Corporation at
1/8 cent sales tax revenue.
• Conversion of MLI to a Type B Economic Development
Corporation would free up the 2.315 cents property tax
currently used for economic development and change
funding to dedicated 1/8 cent sales tax revenue.
1. SUPPORT EFFORTS OF THE LUBBOCK
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE AND
MARKET LUBBOCK INCORPORATED
Appoint a Capital Improvement Advisory Committee (CIAC)
as soon a possible after Comprehensive Plan adoption to
consider the use of impact fees to finance roadway projects.
The feasibility of adopting impact fees at 50 percent of the
legal maximum should be considered.
• The CIAC also should consider the use of impact fees for
water and/or wastewater.
• Consider park dedication fees, which would be adopted
separately.
2. CREATE A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ADVISORY
COMMITTEE.
Economic
Development
Initiatives
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Quality of life refers to the many tangible and
intangible characteristics that make Lubbock
a desirable place to live, work, and play. This
chapter identifies and assesses quality of life
indicators and provides recommendations
for the City to consider in order to maintain
and improve the quality of life. This chapter
is divided into two categories - overall
community character and neighborhoods,
and divided into four topic areas:
• Nonresidential and public space
• Districts and special areas
• Housing and neighborhoods
• Sustainability, resiliency, and public
health
ISSUE IDENTIFICATION
• Housing Conditions
-Age and upkeep
-Quality of new housing
• Housing Availability
-Affordability
-Range of options
• Neighborhood Vitality
-Access to goods and services
-Environmental conditions and neighborhood adjacency
-Connectivity
• Districts and special areas
-Enhance and improve connectivity to/through
-Update and synchronization of regulation plans
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How cAN wE ENSURE LUBBOCK'S qua I ity of I ife 1s MAINTAINED?
NONRESIDENTIAL AND PUBLIC SPACES
Lubbock’s look and feel is difficult to quantify, but has a direct impact
on the perception of the community for residents and visitors alike.
Issues surrounding community design and development, whether
real or perceived, were recurring comments received during public
input. This section reviews the regulatory and economic factors that
contribute to Lubbock’s design and development patterns. The purpose
of this section is to identify, assess, and respond to how nonresidential
development and public spaces impact Lubbock’s quality of life.
COMMUNITY DESIGN
The character and feel of a community is in many ways defined in the visual realm. A look and feel that is recognizable, charming,
and unique helps to define a community’s character. As a city, there are numerous elements that play into character, such as
signage, building design, landscaping, and street design. To achieve a cohesive design character, the City should work to transform
critical visual elements into exciting and interesting places. These improvements will meet the expectations of the citizens and
visitors of Lubbock.
STREETSCAPING
The public realm is planned, constructed, regulated, and
maintained by a number of different departments and entities
across different levels of government. The following elements
provide design strategies that can be used as development
decisions are made. These strategies are typically codified
in the zoning and subdivision ordinances and will help guide
citizens and decision makers through the process of revitalizing
and maintaining good design character of Lubbock.
Who is Responsible for the Streetscape?
The graphic on the next page illustrates the regulating entity for
various elements of Lubbock’s built environment. The graphic
is supplemented with a table that also identifies the regulatory
documents used by each entity that is responsible for planning
and maintaining the public realm. Understanding who is
responsible for each element can help citizens understand how
their government operates.
GOOD DESIGN IS GOOD BUSINESS
Quality and aesthetically-pleasing design
creates consistency and predictability, which is
an important factor for people deciding where
to develop property, buy a house, or locate a
business.
“IN AS MUCH AS THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF AN ENTIRE CITIZENRY CAN BE AFFECTED BY THE QUALITY
OF ITS SURROUNDINGS, WE BELIEVE THAT BEAUTY OF ENVIRONMENT IS A SUBTLE, BUT ALL-
PERVASIVE INFLUENCE IN THE CULTURAL ATMOSPHERE OF ANY CITY. AN AREA SUCH AS LUBBOCK,
WITHOUT GREAT NATURAL INTEREST OR BEAUTY, MUST CREATE ITS OWN.”
-LOUISE MAEDGEN
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STREETSCAPE TOOLS AND POLICIES
This section provides an overview of the tools currently used by the City to maintain its responsibilities within the public realm.
Broadly speaking, regulations, incentives, and partnerships/programs are the three types of tools available to cities, though cities
do not always utilize or know about all of the tools available to them.
Policy Area Regulations Incentives
Compatibility Zoning Ordinance: No Residential Adjacency Standards;
Setbacks and Uses by Zoning N/A
Screening Zoning Ordinance: Screening Requirements by Zoning N/A
Building Design Zoning Ordinance: Facade Requirements by Zoning Market Lubbock: Downtown
Grant Program
Signage Zoning Ordinance; Sec. 40.04; Materials not specified
(except in CB district)N/A
Landscaping
Defined as: grass, trees and shrubs, planters, brick,
stone, natural forms, waterforms, aggregate and
other landscape features and required coverage and
separation/screening with plants. Varies by zoning.
N/A
STREET MAINTENANCEState: TxDOTCity: Public Works, Engineering, and Planning
LEDA
LANDSCAPING
City: Planning
SIGNAGECity: Planning
TRAFFIC SIGNALS/SIGNS
State: TxDOTCity: Public Works, Engineering, and Planning
SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION
AND MAINTENANCECity: Public Works and Engineering
LEDA
WATER, WASTEWATER,
STORMWATER
City: Public Works, Engineering, and Planning
ON-STREET PARKINGState: TxDOT
City: Public Works, Engineering, and Planning
AMENITIES
City: Public Works and Engineering
TREES
City: Public Works and Engineering
PUBLIC ARTCity: Planning
BUILDING AND SITE STANDARDSCity: Planning
PUBLIC REALM RESPONSIBILITIES
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ROADWAYS
The speed of traffic impacts how safe pedestrians and
bikers feel in an area. It also impacts the likelihood of
a driver pulling off the road to visit a business. Traffic
speed is controlled through traffic calming mechanisms
discussed in the Transportation chapter.
Topic Responsible Entity Regulating Document
ROADWAYS
Streets
(planning, design,
construction and
maintenance)
State: TxDOT
City: Public Works, Engineering, and Planning
LEDA
State: Roadway Design Manual
City: Subdivision Ordinance;
Thoroughfare Plan
On-Street Parking State: TxDOT
City: Public Works, Engineering, and Planning
State: Roadway Design Manual
City: Zoning Ordinance;
Thoroughfare Plan
Traffic Signals/Signs State: TxDOT
City: Public Works, Engineering, and Planning
TxDOT: Traffic signal/sign construction
guidelines
City: Code of Ordinances; Sec. 20.03
INFRASTRUCTURE
Water, Wastewater, and
Stormwater
(planning, design,
construction and
maintenance)
City: Public Works, Engineering, and Planning
City: Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater
Master Plans
Code of Ordinances; Sec. 22.03
PARKING
The amount, location, design, price, and regulation of
parking impacts the feeling of an area, traffic flow, and
ease of access.
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STREET FURNITURE
Street furniture and pedestrian amenities such as
benches, trash cans, and bike racks, help keep an area
clean and orderly. It also makes an area feel inviting for
people to pass through and spend time in.
LANDSCAPING
Landscaping is an essential element of a property,
whether public or private. Landscape ordinances vary
greatly, though many include stipulations for minimum
landscaping coverage and use of native, drought-
resistant species.
Topic Responsible Entity Regulating Document
RIGHT-OF-WAY
Sidewalks
(construction and maintenance)
City: Public Works and Engineering
LEDA City: Zoning Code; Sec. Sec. 36.01
Amenities
(bike racks, street furniture, trash
receptacles, street lighting)
City: Public Works and Engineering City: Downtown Plan
Trees City: Public Works and Engineering City: Zoning
DEVELOPMENT/FORM
Building and Site Standards
(setbacks, parking, footprint/height/
materials/architectural features)
City: Planning City: Zoning Code; Sec. 40.03
DESIGN, AESTHETICS, AND OTHER
Public Art City: Planning City: Zoning Code; Sec. 40.04
Signage
(wayfinding, murals, off-site signs,
banners, etc.)
City: Planning City: Zoning Code; Sec. 40.04,
Sec. 36.01
Landscaping City: Planning City: Zoning Code; Sec. 40.03
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SIGNAGE
Regulating the non-content elements of signage, such
as quantity, material, location, and size, is one of the
simplest and most effective ways in which cities can
ensure a neat and orderly image, particularly from the
roadway.
PUBLIC ART
Public art makes a place feel unique, can serve as a
focal point in the community, and makes for terrific
marketing and branding.
SIDEWALKS
Sidewalks are one of the most important elements in
creating a pedestrian-friendly environment. Beyond the
mere existence of sidewalks, it is important that they
be wide enough to accommodate pedestrians, patios,
and outdoor displays.
BUILDING FACADES
Building facades are one of the greatest contributors to
an area’s sense of place. Facade materials impact how
a place feels, while features like awnings contribute to
the pedestrian experience.
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DISTRICTS AND SPECIAL AREAS
Districts are areas of activity in the community where people gather. These areas often have a strong sense of place and feature
destinations and amenities that draw people to the area. This section reviews the key districts in Lubbock and provides high level
assessments that will be useful in future planning efforts in these areas. These districts include:
• Downtown
• Texas Tech University
• Arts and Cultural District / South Overton Residential Historic District
• Canyon Lakes
• Eastern and Northern Lubbock
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ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT
Spanning 1.42 square miles, the Lubbock Cultural District is one of 35 state-designated cultural districts by the Texas Commission
on the Arts. The Arts and Cultural District includes Texas Tech University, the Depot District and Art District neighborhoods of
Downtown, and the Canyon Lakes region of Northern and Eastern Lubbock. The District is managed by the Lubbock Arts Alliance,
which oversees event programming and administration of the District.
CULTURAL DISTRICT RECERTIFICATION STUDY
The Lubbock Arts Alliance commissioned a study of the Cultural District in 2017 to identify how to further enhance the District
as it prepares to seek recertification with the Texas Commission on the Arts in 2019. The Study identified several areas for
improvement of the District, many of which are applicable to this Comprehensive Plan. Because the Arts and Cultural District runs
through many of Lubbock’s most iconic and popular neighborhoods, the recommendations provided within the Recertification
Study merit careful consideration and incorporation into City policy as appropriate. These recommendations include:
• New buildings and public art collections on the west Texas
Tech campus, including the Texas Tech Health Sciences
Center need to be added.
• An area adjacent to the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing
Arts and Sciences should be added as it is currently being
transferred to the Lubbock Entertainment and Performing
Arts Association for use with the Hall.
• The new Citizens Tower/City Hall redevelopment should
be added in the Downtown center.
• An extension of the boundary along 19th Street East
should be made to include the Caviel Museum of African
American History.
• An area on the north end of the Canyon Lakes area should
include the Bayer Museum of Agriculture.
• Provide wayfinding and visible district demarcation.
• Litter cleanup, trash receptacles, and lighting attention
should be utilized to create the perception of a well-kept
and well-lit District.
• Parking should be quantified and clearly identified for
events.
• The creation of a Cultural District Visitor Center at the
Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts (LHUCA)
campus is recommended, with virtual front doors at key
locations such as the Buddy Holly Center, the Museum of
Texas Tech University, the Ranching Heritage Center and
other anchor sites.
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CULTURAL DISTRICT
Proposed Cultural District
Current Cultural District
Arts District
Canyon Lake District
Depot District
Texas Tech District
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• Cultural District designation signage should be placed
along I-27, 19th Street, Marsha Sharp Freeway, and
4th Street in cooperation with the Texas Department of
Transportation.
• Signature pieces of public art should be placed at key
gateways. Temporary public art on rotation throughout
the District would add to its identification and attract
visitors.
• Identifiable and distinguishable crosswalks and accessible
routes should be included to reinforce the District identity
and boundary and give priority to pedestrian accessibility
over cars.
• Make a priority of increasing foot traffic through special
events and awareness campaigns.
• Create and utilize district-wide zoning tools to provide
clarity and flexibility to member establishments and
entities.
• An annual meeting of the Cultural District Stakeholders
would be ideal, as the Stakeholder Meeting in October
2017 was considered a success at bringing interested
parties together and furthering a common dialogue and
purpose.
SOUTH OVERTON RESIDENTIAL
HISTORIC DISTRICT
The South Overton Residential Historic District is located
between Broadway and 19th Street/Avenue Q and University
Avenue and listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
This district is another important area in close proximity to
the Cultural Arts District. This National Landmark District is a
unique collection of examples of early 20th Century American
Architecture. The District contains an exceptional variety of
styles and sizes of well-designed and historically significant
structures.
Figure 7.1: Districts and Special Areas Map
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CANYON LAKES
The Canyon Lakes Region is a series of streams, playa lakes, and floodplains that flow from north to southeast Lubbock through
the eastern half of the City. This natural area is flanked by parks, greenspace, and cultural amenities such as museums. Following
the 1970 tornado, City leaders used rubble from the disaster to create the iconic topography around Mackenzie Park, which was
one of the first attractions in the Canyon Lakes region. Today, the Canyon Lakes serve as a vital amenity for East Lubbock and a
link between Downtown and East Lubbock.
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⌂Windmill Museum ⌂Museum of Agriculture⌂Berl Huffman Athletic Sports Complex
⌂Hodges Park⌂Buddy Holly Recreational Area
⌂Llano Estacado Lake
⌂Mackenzie Park
⌂Mae Simmons Park
⌂Dunbar Historical Lake
TTU Downtown
IH 27
Fiesta Plaza⌂⌂Carrillo Family Recreation Area
Aztlan Park⌂CURRENT PLANNING EFFORTS
Development of the Canyon Lakes is regulated by Ordinance No. 6323 - Canyon Lakes Policy Zone. Adopted in 1972, the Ordinance
states that “Developments shall be oriented in a manner that most effectively promotes contact and interaction between the Canyon
Lakes Park and adjacent land use.” There are additional stipulations for the region regarding landscaping, storage screening, and
emissions. However, the Ordinance has not been updated since 1972 and is not widely referenced or utilized as it is considered out
of sync with current zoning regulations and the vision in East and North Lubbock.
The following traits are key factors to consider when planning for the future of the Canyon Lakes.
Strengths
• Utilities
• Existing parks and open space
• Citywide destination
• Proximity to Downtown
Weaknesses
• I-27 as barrier
• Identity
Opportunities
• Upcoming/existing plans (Parks, Thoroughfare, Arts, TTU);
linkage plans
Challenges
• Undefined responsible entities
• Unified vision
• How to connect to East Lubbock
• Funding sources
• Limitations of existing plans and regulations
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DOWNTOWN
Downtown Lubbock is bounded by 4th Street, 19th Street, Avenue Q, and I-27. While it was traditionally viewed as a Central
Business District (CBD), there has been a paradigm shift more recently to introduce a broad range of land uses including
residential and retail. This is an important and exciting change for Lubbock because Downtown Lubbock serves as a key connector
between Texas Tech and the Canyon Lakes. Moreover, Downtown Lubbock is rich with opportunities including the Arts and
Depot Districts, adjacent Overton neighborhoods, iconic architecture, existing infrastructure, and paved brick streets.
KEY CONDITIONS
Strengths
• Utilities
• Building inventory
• Proximity to TTU and
neighborhoods
• Location of City offices
(i.e., Citizens Tower)
Weaknesses
• I-27 as barrier
• Energy/activity focused
in other areas
• Identity
• Low amount of housing
• Not bike/ped-friendly
• Lack of greenspace or
plazas
Opportunities
• Update and streamline
plans and regulations
• Link to adjacent areas
• Support redevelopment
• Strengthen identity
Challenges
• Market demand
• Building schematics
• Parking availability
• Multiple regulatory
documents
• Outdated/
unimplementable plans
CURRENT PLANNING EFFORTS
Downtown’s vision and developments are shaped by several
overlapping documents, including:
• Downtown Revitalization Action Plan (2008)
• Arts Lubbock Plan (2018)
• CBD Zoning District and Downtown CBD Design
Guidelines
• Public Improvement Standards
INCENTIVES FOR DEVELOPMENT
Market Lubbock Incorporated (MLI) offers several incentives
aimed at redeveloping Downtown Lubbock:
• Downtown Grant Program: Reimbursements for building
renovations and facade and streetscape improvements
• City of Lubbock and Lubbock County tax abatements
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PLANNING TREND - REVITALIZING
DOWNTOWNS THROUGH INNOVATION
Innovation districts are an emerging trend in planning and
community development. Coined by the Brookings Institution,
a think tank that has come to specialize in the topic, innovation
districts are described as “a place where leading-edge institutions
and companies cluster and connect with start-ups, business
incubators and accelerators.” Brookings goes on to say that the
purpose of these districts is to “Spur productive, inclusive, and
sustainable economic development by helping companies,
entrepreneurs, universities, researchers and investors—
across sectors and disciplines—co-invent and co-produce new
discoveries for the market.”
The foundation of an innovation district includes three types
of assets, all of which Lubbock has - economic, physical, and
networking.
Economic:
• Firms, institutions and organizations that drive, cultivate or
support an innovation-rich environment
• Research, medical, and tech institutions/firms/start-ups;
creative fields
• Incubators, accelerators, shared working spaces and local high
schools, job training firms and community colleges
• Amenities: medical offices, grocery stores, restaurants, coffee
bars, small hotels, local retail
Physical:
• Public: Designed to be digitally-accessible and to encourage
networking
• Private: Shared work and lab spaces; smaller, affordable areas
for start-ups
• Micro-housing with smaller apartments that have access to
larger public spaces
• Removing barriers and replacing them with connectivity and
open spaces
• Infrastructure investments
• Broadband, transit, road improvements, streetscaping, parking
Networking:
• Workshops and training sessions for specific fields
• Industry-specific conferences
• Networking events
• Summer camps
• Choreographed open spaces
Leasable shared workspaces allow entrepreneurs,
remote workers, and startups to lease office space
by the desk. Some providers feature facilities with
other amenities included, ranging from cafeterias
to social events to advising.
Diverse and affordable housing is an important
aspect to innovation districts. Housing that can
be used for live-work purposes or leased by the
room is also common.
Anchor institutions such as research universities,
hospitals, and large companies are integral in the
success of an innovation district. Many successful
innovation districts focus on the specialties of
their anchor institutions.
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From Buddy Holly’s glasses to Depot Alley, the
Depot District has some of the most unique and
iconic branding in Lubbock.
COMMUNITY CHARACTER
AND BRANDING
How does a person know when they are in Lubbock as opposed to a
neighboring city? Moreover, how does a person know they are in an
area of Lubbock that is special or unique? Cities, and the areas within
them, that lack visual individuality tend to be anonymous within a
region. It can hamper a city’s efforts to spur economic development or
develop a sense of place. The addition of eye-catching gateways and
cohesive branding can vastly improve the perception of an area and
break up the visual monotony that makes it appear that each city or
neighborhood is identical to the one adjacent.
MAJOR GATEWAYS
Major gateways are those that mark the entrance to Lubbock from a
major road, such as I-27. They are designed to be seen from a distance
and from fast-moving vehicles. Such gateways could include monument
signs, large-scale landscaping, and other features to define the area.
Some may have lighting, artwork, or other features that highlight the
local flavor of the City. Currently, aside from City limit signs, Lubbock
does not have any gateways marking entrances into the City along the
major highways. The future capital improvements planned for major
roadways through Lubbock could present the perfect opportunity for
the City to plan, fund, and build interstate/highway gateways.
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Brick pavers, decorative lighting, and landscaping,
seen here in Overton, are all examples of Image Zone
enhancements.
MINOR GATEWAYS AND IMAGE ZONES
Minor gateways also mark entrances to the City, but at lower capacity roadways. These gateways are smaller than their major
counterparts because they are located where vehicular trips are more local and traffic is slower moving.
Image zones are similar to minor gateways and are defined by districts or neighborhoods within the City where distinct branding
and design themes are used to show that the area is special and a destination. Unlike gateways, image zones are intended to run
the entire length of the area being accentuated. Image zone initiatives strengthen sense of place through design elements both
around and through the image zone. In addition to building a sense of place, image zones can encourage economic development
by attracting targeted businesses or industries to an area.
Some examples of minor gateway and image zone amenities include:
• Underpass improvements and beautification
• Increased landscaping at intersections and along roadways
• Ornamental lighting
• Signage and banners
• Public art features
PERIMETER MARKERS
Image zone perimeter markers are similar to minor gateways
in that they are placed at the entrance to a focus area;
however, perimeter markers signify entrance into a district
or opportunity area for which the City has established an
image zone. Perimeter markers draw upon district-specific
branding and design themes to establish a sense of place from
the moment of entry. Perimeter markers vary in terms of scale
and location depending on the theme of the image zone. For
example, a perimeter marker for a recreation district might be
placed along a trail as opposed to a roadway.
INTERIOR MARKERS
Interior markers are used to strengthen the branding and
design initiatives within image zones. They differ from
perimeter markers because they are smaller in scale, usually
oriented towards pedestrians as opposed to motorists. Interior
markers are designed to be focal points that tie together the
overall theme of the image zone. These features might include:
• Signage and wayfinding
• Fountains
• Monuments
• Pedestrian-oriented open space
PLANNED PROJECTS
The Roots Historical Arts Council is currently planning a large
park and gateway along Avenue A in East Lubbock that would
help physically and visually connect East Lubbock and the
Canyon Lakes to the Depot District and Downtown.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
Review the Lubbock Cultural District Recertification Study to
verify that all applicable elements of the Study are adequately
woven into the Comprehensive Plan (i.e., coordination,
connectivity, identity, parking, and boundaries).
1. ENDORSE THE LUBBOCK CULTURAL DISTRICT
RECERTIFICATION STUDY AND REVISED CULTUR-
AL DISTRICT MAP.
Consider adding a Cultural Affairs Officer or appointing a
member of City staff to serve as a Cultural Affairs Liaison.
2. APPOINT A CULTURAL AFFAIRS OFFICER.
Cultural District
Recertification
Study
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Strengthen ongoing efforts to incorporate public art.
• Coordinate with TxDOT to determine what options are
available along State-owned roadways.
• Identify key locations for public art; consider combining
these elements with gateway features or in key districts/
corridors.
• Solicit local artists within the community to submit works
of art to be chosen by the community for the identified
locations.
• Promote the public art movement and encourage local
businesses to participate and sponsor the projects.
• Collaborate with the independent school districts and
universities to display student art at key intersections.
3. INCORPORATE PUBLIC ART.
Consider opportunities for major event programming.
• Continue to partner with ARTS Lubbock, Visit Lubbock,
and civic groups to host community events such as block
parties, street festivals, and parades. Promote the success
of these events through community partners, local
businesses, regional publications, and online forums.
• Identify and promote the economic benefits of community
events to local businesses and encourage them to
participate in and sponsor community events.
4. FOCUS ON MAJOR EVENT PROGRAMMING.
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Design
Standards
Review and strengthen the nonresidential design standards,
specifically along major corridors. A focus of this effort should
be to evaluate building material and architectural design
guidelines to incorporate as additional development standards.
• Require land use compatibility mechanisms between
nonresidential and residential uses.
• Require all waste receptacles and outside storage areas
within view from the right-of-way be screened from public
view with a masonry wall on three sides, a metal door, and
landscaping features. Receptacles should not be located
in required parking areas.
• Adopt more comprehensive landscaping regulations
to conserve water and improve the aesthetic quality of
nonresidential development. Develop an approved plant
list with native and drought-tolerant plants.
5. REVIEW AND STRENGTHEN NONRESIDENTIAL
DESIGN STANDARDS
Improve the City’s response to nonresidential code violations
and proactively keep properties from becoming non-
conforming or non-compliant..
• Establish a proactive code enforcement program to
implement current and revised thoroughfare adjacency
regulations. A key focus of this initiative should be to
improve aesthetics and perception of development along
major roadways.
• Conduct a visual property and building maintenance
survey in order to establish improvement priorities.
• Implement a City-wide system to effectively monitor,
track, and study code enforcement violations and follow-
up actions; communicate process and status of reported
violations and corrections to the community.
• Create or formalize a program to educate tenants and
property owners on code requirements and to educate on
the code enforcement process.
• Offer additional incentives for exterior renovations
of existing deteriorating businesses. Consider rebate
programs for improvements to existing commercial
buildings/sites in designated areas, such as Downtown,
East and North Lubbock, other aging areas, and other
special districts.
• Create an incentive program for nonconforming
properties to either relocate or bring the property into
compliance.
• Establish an award that recognizes commercial owners
who make significant exterior improvements to their
existing buildings/developments.
6. IMPROVE THE CITY’S RESPONSE TO
NONRESIDENTIAL CODE VIOLATIONS.
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Develop community-designated themes to create unique
identities that distinguish different neighborhoods and
districts throughout Lubbock. Conduct a branding study and
incorporate specific projects into the CIP. Focus time and
resources to enhance key visual corridors.
• Identify priority areas and implement image zone
enhancements as well as gateway and branding initiatives.
Identify a reasonable number of enhancements to
undertake in five years, then prioritize and finance the top
projects/locations.
• Ensure that opportunities for roadway improvements and
Complete Streets projects are considered in conjunction
with planned roadway repairs, expansions, or extensions.
• Develop a wayfinding initiative to make it easier
for residents, commuters, and visitors to find local
destinations, facilities, and information.
7. DEVELOP COMMUNITY-DESIGNATED THEMES
TO CREATE UNIQUE IDENTITIES..
Create gateways into Lubbock at highly visible locations.
• Prioritize key gateway locations and implement a timeline
for development of gateways.
• Develop a signage design plan that incorporates a
consistent conceptual design for primary and secondary
gateway features and wayfinding signage.
8. CREATE GATEWAYS INTO LUBBOCK AT HIGHLY
VISIBLE LOCATIONS.
Placemaking around
TTU, Downtown, &
Canyon Lakes
Corridor
Design &
Gateways
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Conduct diagnostic assessment of existing plans and regulations (i.e., Downtown Action Plan) to identify elements that are
applicable or missing elements; consolidate all Downtown planning efforts and policies into one document; and focus on providing
stronger analyses and implementation strategies. A comprehensive Downtown strategy should:
• Identify the boundary of Downtown and consistently use this boundary for implementation strategies, such as overlay and
financing districts.
• Update the design standards so that they reflect the needs, conditions, and vision of Downtown as well as to remove existing
conflicts. This should include both buildings and the streetscape (landscaping, facades, and screening/buffering, etc.).
• Address redevelopment and nonconforming uses with a focus on the highest and best uses to make Downtown a hub for
activity; this will also need to include engineering studies of existing building schematics. Land use studies of Downtown should
also consider development of urban housing options and should be considered in conjunction with the recommendation to
consider an innovation district.
• Develop a program to identify and prioritize key parcels and help promote larger-scaled development in key areas of
Downtown, including possible funding sources.
• Strengthen identity through branding, streetscape enhancements, greenspace, and events; consider ways to enhance the
physical connections to adjacent areas while solidifying Downtown as a unique area. This should include prioritizing the
bicyclist and pedestrian experience, including safety, connectivity, and desirability.
• Review and revise existing parking regulations. If necessary, conduct a parking study to identify different parking options
available to the City and the feasibility of each.
• Identify, prioritize, and pursue projects that can be funded through grants and public/private partnerships.
9. CONDUCT A DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT OF EXISTING PLANS
Enhance
Downtown
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Enhance
Downtown
Upon adoption of any future Downtown or special district
plan, the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and other
pertinent documents should be reviewed to ensure that they
are aligned. Inconsistencies should be removed and the goals
and objectives updated.
10. REVIEW PLANS UPON FURTHER ADOPTION
Continue to attract destination amenities to Downtown
Lubbock. Consider internal relocation incentives and
encourage locally-owned boutique retailers, restaurants,
entertainment, and hotels to relocate to Downtown.
11. ATTRACT DESTINATION AMENITIES TO
DOWNTOWN
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Study the concept of an innovation district and consider launching one or incorporating key elements.
• Conduct a market study to identify the industry or industries that could support an innovation district in Lubbock (i.e., tech,
healthcare, agriculture, or design).
• Identify resources within the community that could anchor an innovation district, such as Texas Tech/TTUHSC or major
industry employers.
• Form an exploratory committee composed of City leadership, educational institutions, industry employers, developers, and
community organizers to consider where an innovation district would be the most successful and beneficial to the community.
• Identify the initial boundary and create an overlay or special district in the Zoning Ordinance that will permit the necessary
development, redevelopment, and use of buildings as well as the use of open space. Determine the desirable balance of land
uses in the district and consider the use of a quota system to protect that balance.
• Prioritize aesthetic and public improvements in this area and consider the use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) or a Tax
Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) to enhance the streetscape, accommodate multimodal accessibility, create gathering
spaces, and implement branding.
• Develop a program to identify and prioritize key parcels and help promote larger-scale development in Downtown.
• Identify and recruit business incubators and accelerators. Identify buildings that are ideal for flexible workspaces, workshops/
studios, and live-work communities.
12. CONSIDER AN INNOVATION DISTRICT.
Enhance
Downtown
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HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOODS
Housing is the most fundamental element of neighborhoods. Patterns in housing such as location, age, condition, value, size, cost,
and density have a direct impact on the resiliency and feel of a neighborhood for its residents. The word ‘neighborhood’ means
different things to different people - it can refer to something finite such as the boundaries of a subdivision or enrollment zone of
a school; likewise it can refer to something undefinable, such as an area of shared experiences. In Lubbock, the City’s one-mile grid
system makes it easier to define some neighborhoods; the City has more than 40 of them, shown in Figure 7.3.
The purpose of this section is to develop a neighborhood assessment to identify boundaries, characteristics, assets, walkability,
issues, challenges, and opportunities for each neighborhood. The neighborhood assessment will also include neighborhood
strategies and incentives for revitalization. The maps within this section can and should be used as a benchmarking tool to
measure the impact of future City initiatives and as an informative tool to identify areas and issues within Lubbock that
should be prioritized.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
At the neighborhood level, conditions that are indicative of vitality include the age of housing, degree of upkeep, age and condition
of infrastructure, access to goods and services, connectivity to and through the neighborhood, parks, schools, and community
involvement. These conditions, and therefore neighborhood vitality, vary significantly throughout Lubbock.
Citywide, the following neighborhood and housing trends, discussed in the
Community Snapshot, indicate existing conditions:
• Approximately 101,500 housing units
• 90.3 percent occupancy rate
• 65.5 percent of housing is single family
• 29.6 percent of housing constructed since 2000
• 35.7 percent of housing constructed before 1970
RENTAL
• 8.2 percent vacancy rate
• 47.8 percent of total housing stock
• $854 median rent
OWNER-OCCUPIED
• 1.3 percent vacancy rate
• 52.5 percent of total housing stock
• $1,245 median mortgage
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Adult Life Cycle
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Student R R R R Student Housing
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HOUSING OVERVIEW
A quality community is able to provide a variety of housing options for the full life cycle of its citizens. It is important for a City to
understand the implications the type of housing available has on the community. As an individual progresses through life, their
requirements, necessities, and general expectations for a home may change.
LIFE CYCLE HOUSING
Young singles and couples without children
may wish to live in a location where activities
are present or within a close proximity to
work - options considered amenities that
contribute to their particular needs. Once
people move into the next stage of life, they
may require additional space as their family
begins to grow; they may desire a larger family
space, more bedrooms, and a yard, among
other things. Empty-nesters, which refers to
those households without the presence of
children, may require completely different
housing options. It has become a growing
trend where individuals within this category
often desire a smaller, high-quality home with
less maintenance and upkeep.
SMALL LOT HOMES (PATIO HOMES)CONDOS AND TOWNHOUSES
APARTMENTS
ASSISTED LIVING
STARTER OR DOWNSIZE HOMEMOVE-UP HOMELARGE LOT/ESTATE HOME
MIXED USE
MISSING MIDDLE HOUSING
“Missing middle housing is a range of
multi-unit or cluster housing types
compatible in scale with single-family
homes that help meet the growing demand
for walkable urban living.”
(Source: missingmiddlehousing.com)
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HOUSING VALUE
Housing value in Lubbock is less compartmentalized than housing age, reiterating that many old homes retain or even appreciate
in value. Homes valued in the upper 25 percent are located around Texas Tech and in south Lubbock. Homes in the median 50
percent are distributed throughout Lubbock, though generally to the west of I-27. Housing in the bottom 25 percent is highly
concentrated within the loop, and most all housing east of I-27 is valued in the bottom 25 percent.
Figure 7.3: Housing Values Map
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HOUSING AGE
Lubbock’s oldest housing is located within the loop.
In these areas, most or all housing predates 1970.
Housing older than 50 years usually requires a higher
level of maintenance than newer housing. However,
historical housing can add to the community’s identity.
Housing that predates 2000 is concentrated outside
the loop, particularly to the south and west. Housing
that postdates 2000 is further to the south and west.
IMPORTANCE OF
OLDER HOUSING
Older housing in good condition is
often the most affordable housing in a
community. But aging housing that falls
into disrepair can be irreversible or
financially impractical to fix; this is why
it is important that cities have active
historic preservation plans, policies to
keep areas of older housing, and work
with residents to maintain it.
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HOUSING DENSITY
There are 17,565 acres of residential
development in Lubbock, totaling 33 percent
of all development. Of existing residential
development, over 85 percent is classified as
low density. Most areas of medium and high
density are concentrated around Texas Tech
and the loop.
IMPORTANCE OF
HOUSING VARIETY
From students to young professionals to
empty nesters to seniors, there is a large
portion of the population that needs or
prefers housing other than low density
single-family options. Housing comes in
many forms and price points, and it is
important that cities understand their
current and future housing needs.
Figure 7.5: Housing Density Map
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NEIGHBORHOOD ACCESS
Access to goods and services is an important indicator of a neighborhood’s social and physical health. This is especially true in
lower income neighborhoods, where residents are statistically more likely to have limited or no access to a vehicle and, therefore,
limited access to goods and services that are not within walking or biking distance.
The maps on pages 173-175 serve three purposes:
• Identify the locations of public parks, grocery stores, and bus stops within Lubbock compared to existing neighborhoods
• Identify how much of the City of Lubbock has access to these services within walking distance
• Identify where inaccessibility could be exacerbated by low income indicators, specifically the poverty rate
The locations of parks and bus stops were identified through the City of Lubbock and Citibus’ websites respectively, while the
locations of grocery stores were identified through online location services Google Maps and Yelp. It should be noted that for
the purposes of this assessment, a grocery store is considered a place where people have access to both fresh produce and daily
household goods. This excludes specialty food stores, convenience stores, membership warehouses, department stores. It should
also be noted that there are many critical services that can be indicative of community health and wellbeing that the City may
wish to evaluate in the future. Such amenities could include libraries, public schools, daycare centers, community gardens, or
community centers.
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This map identifies the locations of public parks, grocery stores, and bus stops within Lubbock compared to existing neighborhoods.
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Figure 7.6: Neighborhood Services Inventory
Sources:
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NEIGHBORHOOD ACCESS
It is customary to evaluate access based on walking distance since not
all households have access to a car. In this assessment, neighborhoods
were evaluated based on their proximity (within 0.5 miles) to public parks,
grocery stores, and bus stops. The adjacent table details the different
inaccessibility conditions present in Lubbock.
Inaccessibility by Walking
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Percent of
City
Bus Stop Only 3%
Park Only 1%
Grocery Store Only 16%
Bus Stop and Park 4%
Bus Stop and Grocery Store 19%
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Full Accessibility 6%
Full Inaccessibility 49%
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Accessibility to goods and services is most pressing in low-income communities where residents are less likely to have access
to a vehicle. This problem is compounded in areas where there is also limited or no access to public transportation. The map
above shows instances of inaccessibility higher than average poverty rates, as identified by the 2016 ACS (US Census Bureau)
- locations that are less likely to have access to a vehicle. The overlap of inaccessibility to goods and services and lower incomes
makes these neighborhoods some of the most at-risk in Lubbock in terms of overall vitality and quality of life.
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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
The Existing Land Use Map shows that much of Lubbock’s heavy industrial and commercial development is located in and around
the neighborhoods of East and North Lubbock. It should be noted though that much of Lubbock’s most intensive land uses in
the area predate residential development. Regardless of which came first, East and North Lubbock is still home to thousands of
residents and there is some concern within the community regarding land uses and adjacency issues.
Data from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) suggest that
there are more than a dozen sites in Lubbock, both active and inactive, that pose potential health risks to the community through
air, water, or soil pollution. As with most existing development, the heavy commercial and industrial uses will likely continue to
exist throughout the lifespan of this Comprehensive Plan. Even in the case of closed or inactive sites, redevelopment of industrial
sites often requires costly remediation, which is why many abandoned sites remain vacant in Lubbock. It is therefore important
for the City to continue to address these sites to the extent possible.
Figure 7.9: Neighborhood Environmental Hazards Map
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NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING
Insomuch as Lubbock has many neighborhoods, all different in their own ways, the City should begin a Citywide neighborhood
planning program. This program could focus on several neighborhoods each year. The preceding mapping and data show that a
variety of conditions exist across the City, and a neighborhood planning program could provide the proper level of planning and
resulting recommendations to each area. The staffing levels of the Planning Department would need to be re-evaluted to support
this effort.
Eastern and Northern Lubbock are regions comprised of many neighborhoods that should be evaluated first. The following
“spotlight” offers some insight into the kinds of research and recommendations that would be appropriate in such a study.
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SPOTLIGHT - EASTERN AND NORTHERN LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOODS
Lubbock should begin programming regular research and analysis of each neighborhood for the purpose of developing more
complete and detailed neighborhood recommendations. The neighborhoods in Eastern and Northern Lubbock are highlighted as
some of the first neighborhoods that should be studied.
Eastern and Northern Lubbock have a complex and difficult history. With its proximity to Downtown and hosting the Canyon
Lakes, Eastern and Northern Lubbock are areas of tremendous opportunity. However, the areas face significant challenges,
both real and perceived, including blight and disinvestment, presence of some environmentally impacted sites, adjacency to
non-desirable industrial areas, and the overall perception of crime. Like Eastern and Northern Lubbock, many African American
neighborhoods in the U.S. came into existence through economic and geographic discrimination in both the public and private
sectors. These practices limited where minorities could live and buy property, which limited upward mobility and led to decline
of many minority communities; it also made it harder for these communities to spur economic development or attract services
and amenities. Through all of this adversity, minority communities formed their own tight-knit social, economic, and cultural
bonds that persist to this day. While these detrimental policies and practices may be the fault of a bygone generation, it is
important for Lubbock as a whole to understand how its historically African American neighborhoods came to be and why they
deserve to be addressed as a matter of public policy. There is strong support within the community to revitalize Eastern and
Northern Lubbock, though the answer of how to do this has remained elusive. This sub-chapter provides a high-level review of
the existing conditions in Eastern & Northern Lubbock, both the good and the bad, with the aim of providing recommendations
that are tailored specifically to this community.
Eastern Lubbock
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HOUSING
Albeit slowly, demand for housing in Eastern and Northern Lubbock is growing. If this trend continues, it is likely that revitalized
housing and population growth will attract amenities, services, and resources that are sorely needed in Eastern and Northern
Lubbock. However, as this occurs, it will be important to manage this growth in a way that maintains the community’s culture and
remains affordable for lifelong residents.
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Existing Residential Development
Built between 2000 and 2018
Built between 1970 and 1999
Built before 1970
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Most housing in Eastern and Northern
Lubbock was constructed before 1970,
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HOUSING VALUE
Most housing in Eastern and Northern
Lubbock is valued in the bottom 25
percent of Citywide housing values,
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HOUSING TYPE
Most housing in Eastern and Northern
Lubbock is single-family, and there is
little housing diversity. There is also
less housing overall in East and North
Lubbock, meaning existing residential
development abuts nonresidential uses.
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No Access to any
Strengths
• Canyon Lakes
• Preexisting
infrastructure and
utilities
• Proximity to Downtown
Weaknesses
• I-27 is a barrier
• Lack of amenities and
services (transportation,
banks, entertainment,
neighborhood-oriented
services and retail)
• Aging housing stock
Opportunities
• Involved community
groups
• Proximity to Downtown
• Inclusion into Arts and
Culture District
Challenges
• Perception
• Market demand for
housing and amenities
• Incompatible
nonresidential land uses
• Redevelopment without
gentrification
NEIGHBORHOOD ACCESS
Neighborhoods in Eastern and Northern Lubbock have varying degrees of inaccessibility to parks, grocery stores, and transit.
This inaccessibility is greatest in the southern and northern ends of Eastern & Northern Lubbock. The issue of access is
compounded when considering that a large portion of Eastern & Northern Lubbock residents - up to 50 percent - are living in
poverty, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
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STRATEGIES
Texas’ historically strong and diverse economy has helped the State’s housing market boom in recent decades. In
many communities, there are increasingly few areas that are not in high demand for development. While many
blighted or disinvested communities initially saw this as an opportunity, the actual impact of recent development
has been to price out lifelong residents of minority or low-income communities, a process known as gentrification.
Gentrification has become an issue across the nation, in part because of generational preferences for urban living
environments. Eastern & Northern Lubbock has not yet seen the demand for redevelopment that has impacted
many major cities in Texas, giving Lubbock the opportunity to preserve the culture of Eastern & Northern Lubbock
as it plans for the future. Creating a policy of community development is one important way to achieve this. In order
to help Eastern & Northern Lubbock redevelop in a manner that improves the quality of life for existing residents,
the following actions are recommended.
Authorize a series of City-initiated master plans
for Eastern and Northern Lubbock neighborhoods.
These plans should include individual vision and
action plans developed by, or in partnership with, each
neighborhood. The plans should be adopted as an
addendum to the Comprehensive Plan.
1. CREATE A SERIES OF EASTERN AND
NORTHERN LUBBOCK MASTER PLANS
Disallow the expansion or new development of heavy
commercial or industrial sites adjacent to, downwind,
or downstream from existing and planned residential
development.
2. DISALLOW EXPANSION OF HEAVY
COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL USES.
Create and maintain a database of brownfield sites.
Provide resources to developers regarding incentives
for brownfield remediation and consider creating local
incentives in addition to those already offered.
3. CREATE AND MAINTAIN A DATABASE
OF BROWNFIELD SITES.
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STRATEGIES
Commission an independent research study to
determine the health, environmental, and economic
effects of the industrial concentration in Northern and
Eastern Lubbock. Consider establishing a blue-ribbon
committee made up of area residents, community
advocates, scientists, planning experts, industry
owners, City officials, and other stakeholders to devise
solutions that will promote the health and prosperity
for Eastern and Northern Lubbock residents.
5. COMMISSION AN INDEPENDENT
RESEARCH STUDY
Coordinate with government entities, non-profit
and community groups, and private organizations to
expand access to healthcare and social services where
needed. Such entities could include school districts,
on-demand transportation providers, local churches,
hospital systems, and clinics.
6. COORDINATE WITH AGENCIES TO
EXPAND ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE AND
SOCIAL SERVICES Continue to support farmers markets and community
gardens.
7. SUPPORT FARMERS MARKETS AND
COMMUNITY GARDENS
To improve perception and promote transparency,
provide resources to residents regarding entities that
can provide soil, air, and water quality testing.
4. IMPROVE PERCEPTION AND PROMOTE
TRANSPARENCY
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STRATEGIES
Next Steps for Eastern and Northern Lubbock:
• Reevaluate the existing and future land use patterns
• Develop “edge” buffer and transition standards between
residential and nonresidential uses
• Document environmental hazard sites and other sites to
determine if further actions are necessary or appropriate
• Develop an Eastern and Northern Lubbock information
database to inform future actions
Work with existing economic development entities and
community groups to provide micro loans to aspiring
local business-owners who open a business in Eastern
Lubbock.
10. WORK WITH EXISTING ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT ENTITIES
Continue to support community and cultural groups
in Eastern Lubbock in addition to identifying new
partners. Support existing and future efforts, including
plans, as City policy.
11. SUPPORT CULTURAL GROUPS
Develop economic development strategies to attract
grocery/specialty food stores to targeted locations
that are near or within neighborhoods designated as
food deserts.
8. DEVELOP ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STRATEGIES
9. WORK WITH STATE AND FEDERAL
ENTITIES TO IDENTIFY AND MITIGATE
HAZARDOUS SITES
Work with entities such as TCEQ and the EPA to
identify sites that are hazardous or potentially
hazardous. Should any sites be identified in proximity
to residential areas, efforts should be made to mitigate
existing hazards or work with impacted residents to
find alternative living arrangements. In such a case, the
Future Land Use Map should also be updated to prevent
new residential development around hazardous sites.
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HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD
STRATEGIES
This section provides strategies to address the issues identified in the previous section, specifically:
• Housing conditions
• Housing availability
• Neighborhood vitality
HOUSING CONDITIONS
Lubbock’s range of housing conditions warrant an equally wide range of strategies. The strategies shown on the adjacent page
vary based on the predominant type and condition of housing in the neighborhood. It is important to keep in mind that these
strategies apply based on the character of the neighborhood as a whole; individual homes may be in better or worse condition
than the overall neighborhood.
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Level 3 - Infill/Redevelopment:
Level 3 includes neighborhoods in which some or
most housing structures are in poor or dilapidated
condition and generally in need of significant
structural repair or have reached a state of
deterioration where rehabilitation is not feasible.
These areas are prime for infill development, where
the housing units can be demolished and new
units that fit the fabric of the neighborhood can be
constructed to provide additional housing choices.
Level 2 - Targeted Maintenance:
Level 2 includes neighborhoods that are beginning
to show signs of wear and some neglect, but are
generally in good condition. Physical structures
are in sound condition, but minor exterior
improvements may be needed. Overall, this housing
could need some correcting of code violations
and/or assistance for homeowners to make minor
repairs to prevent further decline.
Most of the housing in Lubbock falls within Levels
1 and 2.
Level 1 - Ongoing Preservation:
Level 1 includes neighborhoods with predominately
sound, quality housing. It also includes older areas
in stable condition. Overall this housing only needs
to be sustained at its currently desirable condition
to prevent or slow the aging process.
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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
COMMUNITY POLICING
Police service is an extremely important factor in assessing
a community’s quality of life. Safety is often a prime
consideration for people when deciding where to establish a
home or business. A high crime rate (or perception of crime)
can cause people to decide not to locate in a particular area.
Conversely, a low crime rate can be an attractor for population
growth and economic development. Because crime appears
to be more of a perceptive problem in most areas of Lubbock,
the City’s efforts would be well spent focusing on community
engagement and education. Currently, the Lubbock Police
Department facilitates a number of engagement programs,
though it is recommended that efforts be focused on directly
engaging neighborhoods.
COMMUNITY CLEANUP
Citywide cleanup days, whether sponsored by the City or
private entity, that focus on improving properties (fix fences,
paint walls, fix roofs, update landscaping, etc.) are another
easy and relatively inexpensive way to beautify the community.
Such a program might already exist as a grassroots initiative.
Many cities seek to create or enhance such programs by
coordinating with volunteers, school districts, local businesses,
and faith-based organizations. If such a program already exists
in Lubbock, the City could formalize its participation with
organizing entities to help grow the size, reach, and impact of
the program.
NEW DEVELOPMENT
Lubbock still has vacant land within the City limits that is anticipated to develop as residential. It is important to ensure that these
areas are well-designed and connected to the rest of the City.
• Encourage smaller blocks in new developments to improve walkability. Except where necessary, such as a conservation or
clustered development, limit cul-de-sacs in new developments to improve connectivity.
• To prevent monotony in housing design, require that the same housing façade can only be used every five to six houses.
• Secondary access or connectivity to other subdivisions should be installed for safety and traffic flow reasons.
DESIGNING FOR CONNECTIVITY
From bicyclists and pedestrians to school buses, emergency vehicles, and commuters, everyone benefits from neighborhoods
that are well-designed and well-connected. New development along arterials and collectors should be connected to
adjacent residential areas so that driving isn’t necessary for those in the vicinity.
HOUSING MAINTENANCE
Housing maintenance is appropriate in areas where the housing units are substantially sound but are in need of minor repairs
(maintenance that homeowners can accomplish themselves, such as paint). The intent of a housing maintenance program is to
target areas where a relatively small amount of effort could be expended to improve the quality of housing and to reduce the
likelihood of further deterioration of the units. These strategies are designed with the goal of correcting code violations and
encourage homeowners to make minor repairs to prevent further decline:
• Code enforcement and compliance
• Facilitating neighborhood organizations
• Neighborhood branding
• Housing maintenance programs (grants or events)
• Housing maintenance incentives for minor repairs (rebates or matching funds)
• Maintenance assistance (identification of elderly or at-need households)
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CODE ENFORCEMENT
Code enforcement and compliance is an effective tool
in remedying nuisances that can negatively impact
quality of life and perception of the community.
There are many examples of innovative, proactive
code enforcement initiatives being used by cities that
Lubbock should consider, such as:
• Apartment inspection programs aimed to prevent
code issues through routine inspection and
identifying any issues while they are minor.
• Neighborhood engagement and education
programs that aim to teach renters about their
rights as tenants, and property owners about
their responsibilities as landlords to maintain
properties to code.
• Tracking code violation trends. Externally this
includes the location, frequency, and nature of
violations. Internally, this includes tracking the
delegation, investigation, outreach, and solution
of code violations, as well as reviewing the City’s
performance in reducing the number of recurring
violations.
LEVERAGING SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Although school districts operate separately from cities, both
benefit from positive public perception and strong working
relationships. There are several actions that Lubbock can
initiate to strengthen its relationship with the many school
districts inside of the City:
• Aggressively market Lubbock-area schools through
newsletters, local media channels, and social media.
Pursue collaborative marketing between the City,
school districts, and other entities such as the economic
development community and local real estate agencies.
• Support teachers by offering workforce housing options
for teachers and paraprofessionals, such as townhomes,
condominiums, apartments, duplexes, live-work units, and
patio homes. The City can collaborate with and encourage
local landlords and property owners to offer discounted
rates or promotions to faculty and staff members so that
a greater variety of housing options are attractive and
accessible.
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REDEVELOPMENT
Infill and redevelopment efforts will be important for Lubbock because they provide a mechanism for increasing the population
and supports efforts toward revitalizing older areas of the City. Infill and redevelopment also reduces the infrastructure costs
associated with new development because it is less expensive to provide a connection to an existing line with capacity rather than
constructing a new one.
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HOUSING AVAILABILITY
HOUSING STUDIES
Housing needs and preferences fluctuate from person to person
based on income, marital status, household size, and age. Housing
preferences also change over time by generation. Although this
Comprehensive Plan outlines the kinds of housing that should be
considered in Lubbock, a subsequent housing demand forecast
will help the City further understand how much of each kind of
housing will likely be in demand. Providing the right variety of
housing will also help keep housing affordable.
ATTRACTING KEY HOUSING
In addition to understanding its housing supply and demand,
the City should also evaluate and prioritize where future
development will have the most positive social impact and provide
at the lowest cost possible. For example, Eastern Lubbock is
already served by utilities and has a population in need of newer,
more diverse housing options. An important strategy to attract
and distribute key housing development should be to strengthen
market demand in key areas by identifying and pursuing funding
sources and tools to expand homeowner assistance programs.
This could be achieved in part by collaborating with non-profit
and community organizations to maintain an active database
of community resources, and support community outreach
programs and cultural events.
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Neighborhood
Planning
Program
RECOMMENDATIONS
Conduct a housing study to identify Lubbock’s supply and
demand of housing that is desirable and affordable for recent
graduates, young professionals, empty nesters, and retirees.
This study should also include a detailed housing condition
assessment to inform more detailed neighborhood planning
strategies.
• Review, and if necessary update, the FLUP and Zoning
Ordinance to encourage the development of missing
housing types or price points.
• As part of this study, identify neighborhoods or districts
that would be appropriate for a historic preservation plan.
1. CONDUCT A HOUSING STUDY.
Continue to identify and pursue funding sources and tools
to expand homeowner assistance programs, collaborate with
non-profit and community organizations to maintain an active
database of community resources, and support community
outreach programs and cultural events.
2. PURSUE FUNDING SOURCES FOR HOMEOWN-
ER ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.
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Encourage residential infill and redevelopment by offering
incentives to developers and homeowners.
• If impact fees are implemented, offer waived or reduced
fees in areas where redevelopment is desired.
• Provide density bonuses in certain areas of the City if
affordable housing is a component of the developments.
Fast track permitting for these types of projects.
4. ENCOURAGE RESIDENTIAL INFILL AND
REDEVELOPMENT.
Develop a Master Plan for the Canyon Lakes and Eastern and
Northern Lubbock that considers and addresses the role of
the Canyon Lakes as a link between East and West Lubbock.
• Consider and align with any Eastern and Northern
Lubbock neighborhood plans.
• Conduct corridor studies for key connections to/through
Eastern and Northern Lubbock.
• Consolidate planning and oversight of the Canyon Lakes
and related amenities (see the Parks, Trails, and Open
Space chapter).
• Consider the potential for a catalyst project in Eastern
and Northern Lubbock to generate community interest
and spur redevelopment. Also consider opportunities to
align with Downtown planning efforts and projects.
• Align with the recommendations of the proposed Cultural
Arts District.
3. DEVELOP A MASTER PLAN FOR CANYON LAKES
AND EASTERN & NORTHERN LUBBOCK.
Neighborhood
Planning
Program
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Improve the City’s response to residential code violations and proactively keep properties from becoming non-conforming or
non-compliant.
• Establish a proactive code enforcement program to implement current and revised regulations. A key focus of this initiative
should be to identify and resolve known code enforcement issues such as blighted areas, unsafe structures, and areas
contributing to crime.
• Conduct a visual property and building maintenance survey in order to establish improvement priorities.
• Implement a City-wide system to effectively monitor, track, and study code enforcement violations and follow-up actions.
Communicate process and status of reported violations and corrections to the neighborhood.
• Create or formalize a program to educate property owners on code requirements and to educate citizens on the code
enforcement process.
• Establish a rental registration and inspection program for multi-family housing and consider adding single-family rentals as
well.
• Create a neighborhood stability program to monitor neighborhood conditions, benchmarks, and improvements.
• Create a community outreach and support program that prioritizes and targets neighborhoods to receive City resources,
including funding and support.
• Formalize coordination with community efforts targeting home improvements and/or emergency home repairs to streamline
and expand efforts.
• Collaborate with non-profit and community organizations to generate a database of community resources.
• Designate a member of City staff or hire a staff person to oversee neighborhood and housing related activities including
neighborhood organizing, education and engagement programming, benchmarking, and a rental inspection program.
5. IMPROVE CITY’S RESPONSE TO RESIDENTIAL CODE VIOLATIONS.
Neighborhood
Planning
Program
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A new zoning ordinance is necessary to better address the range of housing and neighborhood conditions in Lubbock. In
conjunction with this effort, identify neighborhoods that would benefit the most from targeted planning efforts and commission
one neighborhood plan annually to better understand local conditions. Review and update the FLUP, UDC, and other pertinent
documents to ensure that they are addressing the neighborhood plans.
• Develop infill standards as a part of the UDC update that protect the look and feel of existing neighborhoods.
• Include adjacency standards for commercial or retail areas located near neighborhoods.
• Promote housing maintenance strategies and neighborhood associations within existing neighborhoods to increase
community involvement and buy-in.
• Encourage smaller blocks in new developments to improve walkability. Except where necessary, such as conservation areas,
limit cul-de-sacs in new developments to improve connectivity.
• Allow for the development and infill of life-cycle housing throughout the City in accordance with the Future Land Use Map.
• Assess the effectiveness of existing regulations for student-oriented housing in residential neighborhoods and determine
whether expansion of the regulations is appropriate.
• Identify the neighborhoods where manufactured housing is appropriate; review the existing zoning districts and remove
manufactured homes as a permitted right and develop specific design requirements for replacement units.
• Provide a menu of districts with different lot sizes and types.
6. PERFORM AN UPDATE TO ZONING IN CONJUNCTION WITH NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING.
Neighborhood
Planning
Program
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SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability - Providing for the current population while preserving resources for the next generation.
There is a wealth of natural resources in Lubbock that warrant sustainable practices. Some of these resources, such as air
and water, frequently come to mind. However, sustainability is much more encompassing, including factors such as landscape
geomorphology and topography, local flora and fauna, and greenspace.
AREAWIDE SUSTAINABILITY
NATURAL/GREENSPACE
PRESERVATION
Natural and green space takes many forms in a community.
Oftentimes, preservation of these areas must be coordinated
at the neighborhood level or higher if communities desire a
connected, well-distributed network of natural areas. Two key
ways communities coordinate these efforts include:
• Require efficient land development practices that make
the best use of the amount of land being developed
• Identify and protect key areas, linkages, and features that
can be added to the network of natural and open space
FLOODPLAIN PRESERVATION
In Lubbock, most floodplain areas are associated with playas
and are scattered throughout the City. Development generally
should not be planned in the floodplain area, as it can be
challenging, expensive, and possibly detrimental to upstream
development. Often, the best uses for floodplain areas are
parks and preserved open space or areas for groundwater
recharge. The fact that areas are not developable may be
viewed as negative to a developer, but preservation of these
areas for community enjoyment and use as parks, open spaces,
and trails will greatly enhance the livability of the entire City
and support strong property values over the long term.
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AIR POLLUTION
While air and light pollution often occur as point-source
pollution from a specific site, these pollutants affect the entire
community. Automobile use, while inevitable, is a significant
source of air pollution. High level policies can minimize excess
vehicular, and by association, air pollution. Light pollution
occurs when inefficient lighting for signs, landscaping, and
streetlights directs light into the air and onto adjacent
properties. Such requirements are often referred to as dark
sky ordinance requirements, and often address elements such
as maximum outdoor lighting wattages, heights of poles, and
lamp shielding solutions. The following measures vary in the
level at which they occur, but are all possible policies that could
reduce air and light pollution Citywide:
• Encouraging centers of development, which decreases
dependence on the automobile
• Encouraging interconnectedness of streets between
neighborhoods and other types of development to
minimize automobile trip length and congestion
• Interconnecting trails between and through developments
- providing an alternative circulation system
• Requiring practices that minimize light pollution that
could adversely affect Lubbock’s nighttime environment
and rural feel
SITE-LEVEL SUSTAINABILITY
The City should include development guidelines in the zoning ordinance to address sustainable design elements. Additionally,
the City may wish to create a zoning district classification to encourage sustainable design that would require a certain number
of sustainable design techniques selected from a menu-style listing to be integrated throughout the development. If this type of
development is desirable, it could be encouraged through expedited review processes, waived fees, increased densities, and other
adjustments of development regulations.
LOW IMPACT DESIGN
Low impact design (LID) is a development and engineering design approach intended to maintain the pre-development hydrology
of an area even after the area has developed. The following strategies are high-level practices that can make development more
compatible with the natural environment:
• Permeable concrete and pavers
• Green roofs
• Rain garden/bioretention
• Vegetated bioswale
• Rainwater harvesting
• Preservation of open space and drainage ways throughout
developments
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
A sustainable building or site is one in which the design, construction, occupancy, maintenance and deconstruction of are
accounted for in ways that promote energy, water and material efficiencies, while providing healthy, productive and comfortable
indoor environments and long-term benefits to both owners and occupants. The term “green building” describes a way in which
buildings and sites can be constructed and utilized to be more environmentally friendly on various levels, including energy
conservation, water usage, and building materials. A variety of green building and infrastructure programs are in existence today
– such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), Envision, and Sustainable Sites, among others. Green building
standards have been adopted by many municipalities, school districts, and commercial developers to enhance sustainability of
their buildings. Examples of these standards may include high level guidelines such as:
• Choosing an environmentally sound location for the
placement of buildings
• Reducing the need to drive
• Promoting healthy and active communities
• Using less land to create more benefits
• Protecting and improving water quality
• Conserving energy, water and other natural resources
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Resiliency - The ability of a community to respond to and recover from adversity.
Many disasters, such as extreme weather, are generally expected to occur and are routinely planned for. Unfortunately, a modern-
day reality in city management is that communities must be prepared for a large range of scenarios.
LUBBOCK COUNTY HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
Lubbock County created a Hazard Mitigation Plan in 2015 with the aim to assess and mitigate potential threats to the community.
The threats identified in the Plan were weather, wildfire, and dam failure.
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The following probabilities of each disaster were also identified:
• Thunderstorms – highly likely
• Tornadoes – 3 touchdowns every 2 years
• Winter storm – 1 per year
• Flooding – highly likely
• Drought – 1 per 7 years
There is always a possibility that a disaster can occur due to
the combination of different hazards or from an unknown
disaster (earthquakes, man made, bacteriological, etc.). Twelve
recommendations came out of the Hazard Mitigation Plan, most of
which will involve capital spending. However, one strategy directly
ties to this Comprehensive Plan: Implement and incorporate
smart growth initiatives into approved Hazard Mitigation Plan
and long term community development planning activities.
The additional recommendations include:
• Widen Milwaukee Ave. and improve carrying capacity of
floodwaters at Playa Lake 94.
• Enhance holding capacity of the dry side of John T. Montford
Dam; implement a Mitigation Assessment Team (MAT).
• Install eight miles of gravity flow storm sewer pipe as part of
the Northwest Lubbock Drainage Improvements project and
to help maintain CRS rating for flood prevention.
• Replace regulatory and warning traffic signs, install breakaway
poles within the City limits, and install pavement markings
at intersections and school zones to mitigate flood velocity
damage during flooding events.
• Study the current condition of the intake tower bridge
and structure at John Montford Dam; stabilize and harden
structure if movement has occurred within the surrounding
soils.
• Retrofit pump station emergency electric generators with
automatic switchover capabilities at water booster pump
stations.
• Purchase emergency generators as backup in disasters and
power outages to start Water and Wastewater pumps in
compliance with TCEQ regulations.
• Purchase two Humvee rescue response vehicles that can be
used by Police Department during severe weather events or
wildfire.
• Complete and implement Emergency Action Plans for
Montford Dam and Canyon Lake Dams #2 and #3.
• Purchase permanent emergency generators for the City’s
water system throughout the community as backup in disasters
and severe weather events.
FEMA FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Prevention
• Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program
• Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant
• Preparedness (Non-Disaster) Grant
• Center for Faith-Based & Neighborhood
Partnerships
Mitigation
• Assistance to Firefighters Grant
• Hazard Mitigation Grant
• Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant
• Flood Mitigation Assistance
Recovery
• Center for Faith-Based & Neighborhood
Partnerships
• Disaster Legal Services
• Crisis Counseling and Funeral Assistance
• Individual Disaster Assistance
• GLO-HUD Disaster Recovery Program
SMART GROWTH
Smart Growth is an approach to development that
encourages a mix of building types and uses, diverse
housing and transportation options, development within
existing neighborhoods, and community engagement.
While some Smart Growth strategies occur in Lubbock’s
existing regulations, the City does not have a formal Smart
Growth policy where these elements are identified as a
sustainability mechanism. These components include:
• Mix land uses
• Compact design
• Housing choices
• Walkability
• Preserve open space
• Infill
• Transportation
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• Fair development
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• Stakeholder
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Many chronic diseases, such as obesity, heart disease,
certain forms of cancer, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes, are
often preventable through healthy nutrition and regular
physical activity. Improving the health of a community
involves two aspects of local government planning: public
policies and community design. Community health is
directly tied to land use, transportation, and mobility/
connectivity. Several key elements of healthy communities
are discussed within this Plan, specifically:
• Enabling and encouraging exercise through
connectivity and recreational amenities
• Improving access to healthy foods as well as community
resources
• Improving access to public transportation
EXISTING CONDITIONS
The County Health Rankings and Roadmaps Program
was initially maintained by the Center for Disease
Control (CDC). A summary of Lubbock County’s
2018 information is provided in the adjoining table.
Overall, Lubbock has a higher prevalence of negative
health behaviors but a higher level of clinic care. To
see the unabbreviated information, please visit: http://
www.countyhealthrankings.org/app/texas/2018/
rankings/lubbock/county/outcomes/overall/snapshot.
PLANNING EFFORTS
The Mayor’s Fitness Council is a collaboration between
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC),
Garrison Institute on Aging, and the City of Lubbock
to promote nutrition and healthy living. To see more
information, please visit: https://fitcitylbk.us/
Category Lubbock
County Texas
Health Behaviors
Adult smoking 16%14%
Adult obesity 30%28%
Physical inactivity 27%24%
Access to exercise opportunities 90%81%
Alcohol-impaired driving deaths 35%28%
Sexually transmitted infections 720.5 523.6
Teen births 39 41
Clinical Care
Uninsured 17%19%
Primary care physicians 1,280:1 1,670:1
Dentists 1,850:1 1,790:1
Mental health providers 780:1 1,010:1
Preventable hospital stays 47 53
Diabetes monitoring 82%84%
Mammography screening 54%58%
Social & Economic Factors
Children in poverty 22%22%
Income inequality 4.6 4.9
Children in single-parent households 38%33%
Social associations 9.1 7.6
Violent crime 729 408
Injury deaths 69 55
Residential segregation - black/white 45 54
Physical Environment
Air pollution - particulate matter 8.2 8
Drinking water violations Yes
Severe housing problems 20%18%
Source: www.countyheathrankings.org
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Compile a database of the medical community’s existing local
philanthropic initiatives and coordinate with them to spread
awareness of, or co-sponsor, these programs.
1. COMPILE A DATABASE OF LOCAL
PHILANTHROPIC INITIATIVES.
As recommended by the County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan,
implement and incorporate smart growth initiatives into long
term community development planning activities. Perform a
diagnostic assessment of the Zoning Ordinance and update as
needed to consider Smart Growth principles.
• Reference the Future Land Use Plan when making land
use decisions to organize land uses in an equitable and
sustainable pattern.
• Perform a diagnostic assessment of the Zoning Ordinance
and update as needed to identify necessary policy
changes to integrate low-impact development, energy
conservation, open space preservation, and other
environmental sustainability principles.
• Identify and protect key areas, linkages, and features that
can be added to the network of natural and open space.
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GROWTH INITIATIVES.
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Create a process to identify, prioritize, and fast track safety-
related expenditures. Consult a grants coordinator to review
available public safety-related funding mechanisms for
training, equipment, or public improvements.
3. CREATE A PROCESS FOR SAFETY-RELATED
EXPENDITURES
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Mitigation
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Conduct periodic reviews and updates of weather-related
emergency response plans, including whether existing plans
adequately address changing risks to the community.
• Review and revise of building codes relating to storm,
fire, earthquake, and flood-resistant design. Establish
minimum mandatory standards for public buildings.
• Establish guidelines on drought and fire-resistant
vegetation. Conduct routine brush clearing.
• Consider emergency response capabilities of closest
fire station when establishing development height and
density standards
• Develop a geo-referenced database of the type of disaster
events that have occurred in the County as the first step
to develop future local action plans. Provide training to
City staff on how to mitigate the impact of disasters.
4. CONTINUE TO CONSIDER DISASTER PLANNING
PRACTICES IN DAILY AND LONG-RANGE
PLANNING.
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Study peer communities with Health and Wellness Plans
and consider whether a similar initiative could be mutually
beneficial to Lubbock and the local hospital systems. Create a
database of community health indicators (i.e. health behaviors,
access to care, socioeconomic factors, environmental
conditions, etc.) and set annual goals to address priority
locations.
5. STUDY COMMUNITIES WITH HEALTH AND
WELLNESS PLANS AND CREATE A DATABASE OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH INDICATORS.
Continue to collaborate with entities such as the hospital
systems, independent school districts (ISDs), and neighborhood
groups through initiatives such as the Mayor’s Fitness Council
and Healthy Lubbock (TTU). Identify ways to celebrate and
expand Lubbock’s commitment to healthy communities.
6. COLLABORATE WITH LOCAL ENTITIES ON PUB-
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The purpose of this chapter is to provide recommendations regarding major policies pertaining to the recreational needs of
Lubbock.
There are over 80 parks in Lubbock. Park amenities include playgrounds, picnic tables, park shelters, walking tracks, basketball
courts, volleyball courts, tennis courts, dog parks and disc golf courses. Recreation amenities include community and adult activity
centers, pools, athletic complexes, Safety City, and a tennis center.
Recreation opportunities within a community are one of the most important contributions to the quality of life that all residents
deserve. Lubbock prepared and adopted a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan in 2011. The primary focus was directed
to developing a comprehensive inventory of all City park and open space resources and recommendations regarding recreational
programming. The 2011 Plan was expanded in 2016 but never formally adopted.
PARK NEEDS
The recreational needs within the City were determined using several methods. One method was a community-wide survey
asking residents what types of facilities and programs they wanted.
The following are highlights of the survey used as part of the 2016 update:
• Continue to focus on larger parks since they are more efficient to
maintain.
• Maintain existing park facilities and ensure funding to do so.
• Increase the ability to walk to park and open space areas.
• Neighborhood parks and walking trails were the #1 and #2 needs/desires.
INTRODUCTION
ISSUE IDENTIFICATION
• Maintaining and funding existing parks
• Meeting local desire for neighborhood
parks and trails
• Maintaining level of services as growth
continues
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2011 PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN PROPOSALS
Lubbock’s 2011 Parks & Recreation Master Plan proposes 18 new parks, including three community parks, to enhance park access
throughout the City. The Plan also proposes a series of on and off-street trails running through the Canyon Lakes and connecting to/
through northern, western, and southern Lubbock.
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Community parks should be focused on serving a broad population to meet the recreational needs for a large geographic section
of the community. Regional parks are even larger and often serve the entire community and surrounding areas. Both kinds of
parks include a wide range of active and passive recreation opportunities and may also serve to preserve natural resources includ-
ing creeks, playas, slopes, greenbelts, or floodplain areas. Parks of this size are beneficial because they provide more amenities in
one location than a neighborhood park would be able to and are more cost-effective for cities to maintain a few large parks than
many smaller ones.
COORDINATION WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Public schools, elementary schools in particular, and parks both provide recreational opportunities to the community. Schools
and parks are often located close, or even next to, each other - even though both are open to the public and often feature similar
amenities. When school districts and cities coordinate their plans to build such amenities, they can often find opportunities to
partner in their efforts, which can net more parkland and reduce maintenance costs.
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NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS AND PLAYA LAKES
A VISION FOR THE PLAYA LAKES
There are hundreds of playa lakes throughout Lubbock. The lakes serve an important natural drainage function and are an iconic
staple of Lubbock’s climate. However, there is not a uniform policy for managing the playa lakes, and each one is addressed as
needed on a case-by-case basis. Formulating a city-wide vision for the playa lakes will help the City better and more uniformly
address issues surrounding the lakes as they occur. Formulating a vision for the lakes will also provide predictability and
consistency for developers. Many of the playa lakes are an opportunity to be developed into parkland.
PLAYA LAKE CRITERIA
All playa lakes serve a drainage function, but not all are appropriate for the development of parkland. The ongoing Stormwater
Master Plan includes updates to the existing Drainage Criteria Manual (DCM) and Master Drainage Plan (MDP), with the goal of
facilitating responsible cost effective development, making the development review process more user friendly, and leveraging
technology to provide improved resources. New criteria relating to playa classification and dedication have been updated with
the City’s draft DCM to address development requirements around playas. Improved and clarified criteria involving development
near overflow and non-overflow playas is intended to prevent or reduce large infrastructure expenses in the future by promoting
responsible and best practice development.
This concept will impact how Lubbock formulates standards for requirements or qualities appropriate to accept as part of a
Parkland Dedication Ordinance. Playa dedication requirements are being evaluated to outline and clarify the requirements for
creation of both recreational needs and stormwater basins. The concurrent effort of the Playa Dedication Manual update and the
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan will set drainage policies as development occurs. Criteria that might impact suitability of
a playa for parkland dedication will likely include acreage, slope, location of the site, and floodplain.
PARKLAND DEDICATION ORDINANCE (PDO)
When new residential development occurs, cities in Texas are permitted to recoup future costs for municipal services, including
parks, from developers. Using a predetermined ratio of parkland per capita, a PDO requires land or a fee-in-lieu-of based on the
number of units planned for development. According to the Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Science Extension Service at Texas
A&M University, more than 45 cities across Texas utilize PDOs to ensure that they are able to provide a sufficient amount of
parks, trails, and facilities for residents. Best practices in parkland dedication ordinances include:
• Requiring a fee-in-lieu-of so that the City may streamline its park planning efforts.
• If land dedication is allowed, specifying the requirements
for such dedications, including minimum acreage and
location.
• Fees for facilities, such as playground equipment,
benches, or restrooms.
• Playa lakes should have either a drainage function or a
drainage/recreational function.
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CONNECTIVITY
CONNECTING PLACES AND
NEIGHBORHOODS
Existing bike or pedestrian connections are discussed mainly
in the Transportation chapter. As discussed there, many of
the existing bike and pedestrian facilities in Lubbock are
concentrated within the loop, and most heavily concentrated
in the Central Business District and around TTU. Please refer
to the Transportation chapter for recommendations pertaining
to this strategy. It is important for the parks system to by linked
through non-vehicular mobility.
LEVERAGING EXISTING
CONNECTIONS
Develop a bike trail between TTU, Downtown, Canyon Lakes,
and special districts (i.e. Depot District, Overton, etc.) As
new sidewalks, trails, and bike lanes/paths are constructed in
under-connected areas, the City can maximize its investment
by linking this new development to existing connections inside
of the loop. To further enhance the existing non-motorized
network, a Master Bike Plan within Lubbock’s core should be
implemented.
CONNECT UTILITY EASEMENTS IN
NEW DEVELOPMENTS
Extensive utility easements in newer areas of Lubbock present
another opportunity for the development of off-street trails.
These efforts will be maximized if trails in easements are
connected to each other and their adjacent neighborhoods,
parks, schools, and retail areas.
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NEW DEVELOPMENT
Lubbock still has vacant land within the City limits that is anticipated to develop as residential. It is important to ensure that these
areas are well-designed and connected to the rest of the City.
• Encourage smaller blocks in new developments to improve walkability. Except where necessary, such as a conservation or
clustered development, limit cul-de-sacs in new developments to improve connectivity.
• To prevent monotony in housing design, require that the same housing façade can only be used every five to six houses.
• Secondary access or connectivity to other subdivisions should be installed for safety and traffic flow reasons.
DESIGNING FOR CONNECTIVITYFrom bicyclists and pedestrians to school buses, emergency vehicles, and commuters, everyone benefits from neighbor-
hoods that are well-designed and well-connected. New development along arterials and collectors should be connected to
adjacent residential areas so that driving isn’t necessary for those in the vicinity.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
This update should consider both the continued maintenance
of existing parks and the need for new parks and recreational
amenities as the City grows in population and incorporates
more land. The update should be reviewed by a Grant
Coordinator to ensure that the Plan can be used to help the
City pursue State and Federal grant money. Any update should
include the recreational and playa lake shared use concept
described herein. The City should consider including policies
in the new Parks Master Plan for developing larger park sites.
By building large parks, overall maintenance costs can be
managed better and possibly reduced. When the Parks Master
Plan is updated and new parks sites are identified, the Future
Land Use Map should be updated to reflect those locations.
1. CONDUCT A FULL UPDATE ON THE PARK PLAN.
Coordinate with the local school districts to identify locations
where parkland, facilities, and maintenance costs can be
shared.
• Maintain a map or database of all City parks that are within
¼-mile of a school playground. When a new public school
is being considered, coordinate with the Independent
School Districts (ISDs) to determine whether resources
can be shared to purchase, develop, or maintain facilities.
• Work with corresponding ISDs to create an action plan
for situations where an existing school and existing park
are adjacent to each other.
2. COORDINATE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL
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Develop and adopt a Parkland Dedication Ordinance (PDO).
This action item should be a part of the subdivision process and
should be addressed in the update of the Unified Development
Code.
• Review existing PDOs in Texas and consult studies from
institutions such as the Texas A&M RPTS Extension
Service to identify the best practices that are appropriate
for Lubbock. Regular updates should be given to the Parks
Advisory Committee, P&Z, and City Council.
• Formally adopt a parkland dedication ordinance as a part
of the subdivision regulations.
• Train the appropriate staff on the implementation of the
program and assessing the fees. For example, all proposed
land dedication that includes a playa lake should be
subject to suitability criteria.
4. DEVELOP AND ADOPT A PARKLAND
DEDICATION ORDINANCE.
Leverage Lubbock’s numerous playa lakes as sites for new
parks when a lake’s location, topography, size, and condition
make it a feasible park site for the City.
• Formulate standards that identify the conditions in which
the City will accept a playa lake and adjacent land for the
use of parkland.
• Incorporate the City’s Stormwater Master Drainage Plan
prior to the purchase, acquisition, or development of a
new park around or adjacent to a playa lake.
3. LEVERAGE THE PLAYA LAKES.
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Create a Vision and Master Plan for the Canyon Lakes with the
purpose of consolidating planning and oversight of the Canyon
Lakes (including parks, amenities, easements, playa lakes, and
museums) and establishing a long-term vision for the region. It
is recommended that this effort be undertaken in conjunction
with the recommended Park Plan update. Additional elements
of this plan should:
• Review and update the Canyon Lakes Policy Zone.
• Review and incorporate applicable elements of
any neighborhood plans from Eastern Lubbock
neighborhoods.
5. CREATE A VISION PLAN FOR CANYON LAKES.
Create a city-wide Trail Plan with the goal of connecting
places and neighborhoods. It is recommended that this effort
be undertaken in conjunction with the recommended Parks,
Recreation and Open Space Plan update. Additional elements
of this plan should:
• Perform a diagnostic of the City’s existing trail system.
• Identify the connectivity needs and opportunities of
Lubbock’s districts, neighborhoods, and destinations that
could be addressed or enhanced by the trail system.
• Review the Transportation chapter and Thoroughfare
Plan of this Comprehensive Plan for alignment with the
recommendations for bike lanes and sidewalks.
• Identify opportunities to leverage utility easements.
• Identify funding sources, such as the Safe Routes to
School program, to fund and construct sidewalks between
schools and neighborhoods.
• Incorporate the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
prepared by the Metropolitan Planning Organization
(MPO) in 2018.
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CITY.
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IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
The Implementation Plan describes how the City of Lubbock takes the recommendations in this Plan from vision to
reality. The importance of planning cannot be overstated—planning provides for the protection of private property and
ensures future development occurs in a coordinated and organized fashion.
The future of Lubbock will be shaped using the policies and recommendations developed in this Plan—decisions will be made that
will influence many aspects of the City’s built and social environments. The future quality of life in Lubbock will be substantially
influenced by the manner in which Comprehensive Plan recommendations are administered and maintained. Planning for the
City’s future should be a continuous process, with this Plan being modified and updated periodically to remain relevant. The Plan
policies and recommendations may be implemented through adopted development regulations, such as zoning and subdivision
ordinances, and through capital improvement programs. Many recommendations within the Plan can be implemented through
simple refinement of existing regulations or processes, while others may require the establishment of new regulations, programs,
or processes. There are also recommendations that will involve additional community input and the continued support of local
organizations and private partnerships. Implementation is an internal process, and oversight can be assigned to an individual or
department within the City, such as the City Manager or Planning Department. The appointed entity may find it useful to conduct
an alignment exercise - a process in which all applicable plans, policies, and projects are identified; their content, links to the
Comprehensive Plan, and links to each other are mapped; and a comprehensive road map is developed so that the right actions
are executed in the most efficient order.
KEEPING IT UPDATED
The Comprehensive Plan is meant to be a living document that allows flexibility for political, economic, physical, technological, and
social conditions, as well as any other unforeseen circumstances that may ultimately influence and/or change the priorities and
perspective of the community. To ensure that the Plan continues to reflect the goals of the community and remain relevant, the
Plan must be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that its elements are still appropriate and the associated guiding principles,
policies and recommendations are still applicable.
ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORTING
Once the Plan is adopted, an appointed committee, such as the Planning and Zoning Commission or a CPAC Standing Committee,
with the assistance of the planning staff, should prepare a yearly progress report for presentation to the Mayor and City Council.
This practice will ensure that the Plan is consistently reviewed and any necessary changes or clarifications are identified. It is
also important to provide ongoing monitoring between the Plan and the City’s implementing regulations to maintain consistency
among all documents. The City Council may wish to dedicate one meeting a year to review, celebrate, and publicize elements of
the Plan that have been implemented in the last year, as well as set priorities for the following year.
FIVE-YEAR UPDATE / EVALUATION REPORT
Every five years the City Manager’s Office or Planning Department should prepare an evaluation report, with input from various
City departments, and present the findings to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The report should evaluate the existing plan
and assess how successful it has been in achieving the community’s goals. The purpose of the report will be to identify the Plan’s
successes and shortcomings, look at what has changed over the last five years, and make suggestions on how the Plan should be
modified to best accommodate those changes.
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PROACTIVE AND REACTIVE IMPLEMENTATION
There are two primary methods of plan implementation: proactive and reactive methods. To successfully implement the Plan and
fully realize its benefits, both methods must be used in an effective manner. Examples of both proactive and reactive actions that
may potentially be utilized by Lubbock are described below.
IMPLEMENTING THE PLAN
PROACTIVE METHODS
Developing a capital improvements program (CIP), by
which the City expends funds to:
• Finance public improvements to meet strategies cited
within the Plan
• Update zoning regulations
• Update subdivision regulations
REACTIVE METHODS
Approving a rezoning application submitted by a property
owner consistent with the:
• Comprehensive Plan
• Site plan review
• Subdivision review
• Planning transportation routes
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
A necessary first step should be to conduct individual training workshops with the Planning and Zoning Commission, City Council,
and key staff members who have an individual and collective role in plan implementation. Training initiatives should include:
• Discussion of the roles and responsibilities of each individual entity, and its function with regard to Plan implementation
• A thorough overview of the entire Plan, with particular emphasis on the segments that most directly relate to their
responsibilities and purposes
• Implementation tasking and priority-setting, that allows each group to establish their own one-, two-, and five-year agendas
• Facilitation of a mock meeting to display the effective use of this Plan’s policies and recommendations
• A concluding question-and-answer session
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Implementation is the most important, yet one of the most difficult, aspects of the planning process. Without a full understanding
of what is required for implementation, recommendations within this Plan may never become realized. Recommendations have
been directly derived from the Big Ideas identified in Chapter 2 of this Plan, as well as by the goals and strategies outlined at the
end of each chapter. To better understand the recommendations, they have been organized into a matrix identifying each broad
goal, actions informing how the goal should be carried out, which entities may be involved in the implementation, the general
cost to implement the recommendation, and the timeframe in which each recommendation should be assigned a champion for
implementation. Also included in the matrix is a corresponding chapter for the location of the recommendation within the Plan.
The following paragraphs explain the different elements of the Implementation Matrix.
IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX
GOALS
The symbol representing each of the guiding principles
initially described in Chapter 2 are listed for each related
recommendation. Showing the relationship between the
recommendations and guiding principles ensures the
purpose for each recommendation fulfills the ultimate goals
and vision of the Comprehensive Plan.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations are the charges, policies, and initiatives
designed to address the primary goals or carry out the
strategies discussed in each Plan chapter. The method(s)
may take the form of an action, a policy, or include a funding
mechanism. A recommendation may involve one or multiple
strategies. Actions listed in the matrix are a collection of
the major recommendations made throughout the Plan. It
is important to recognize that all of the recommendations
in each chapter “inform” those listed in the matrix.
STRATEGY
The strategies describe how the recommendation will be
carried out. The method may take the form of an action, a
policy, or include a funding mechanism. A recommendation
may involve one or multiple strategies.
• Action: An initiative taken by the responsible entities
• Policy: A principle which guides regulatory and process
decisions
• Funding: An action with an accompanying financial
mechanism (i.e., CIP, bond, grant, budget item, etc.).
RESPONSIBLE ENTITIES
Responsible entities are key City departments or related entities
that can take the lead or a part of a collaboration to achieve the
recommendation. All of the entities may not participate in the
implementation of the recommendation; however, they have
been identified as departments with a significant influence on
areas associated with the recommendation.
COST
Cost identifies the potential cost to complete the
recommendation. The following describes the symbology for
estimated cost.
-$$$$ > $2,000,000
-$$$ = $500,000 - $2,000,000
-$$ = $100,000 - $500,000
-$ < $100,000
TIMING
Although all recommendations are important, the recommended
priorities should be undertaken as soon as possible. Some may
not be completed but all of the priorities should be started
within two years.
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Goal Recommendation Responsible Entity $Timeline
A. Revise the zoning and
subdivision ordinances to
implement the Comprehensive
Plan recommendations.
Consider a Unified
Development Code (UDC) to
combine all regulations and
standards into one document.
1. Match new zoning districts to the Fu-
ture Land Use Plan Map categories.
2. Develop new adjacency and perfor-
mance standards.
3. Develop non-residential appearance
standards.
4. Review the Canyon Lakes ordinance
and updated as needed
• Planning
Department $$Priority
1-2 years
B. Refine and incorporate
the commercial/retail node
concept.
5. Develop appropriate uses and location
policies for development along collec-
tor and major arterial frontages.
• Planning
Department $Priority
1-2 years
C. Incorporate the revised
thoroughfare paving cross
sections into the subdivision
ordinance. Integrate the
alignment/platting criteria into
all staff recommendations.
6. Evaluate all development requests
based on the Thoroughfare Plan.
7. Apply access management standards.
8. Apply “right sizing” criteria to all new
construction.
9. Develop a long term maintenance
strategy for roadways.
• Engineering
Department $$Priority
1-2 years
D. Develop an impact fee
program for financing
roadways.
10. Appoint a Capital Improvement Advi-
sory Committee to make recommenda-
tions regarding impact fee policy and
use. The Committee should consider
adding water and wastewater impact
fees to the program.
• Engineering
Department and
City Council
$$Priority
1-2 years
E. Continue economic
development initiatives with
minor changes.
11. Study and evaluate alternative MLI
funding as a Type B EDC using 1/8 cent
sales tax in lieu of 2.315 cents property
tax.
12. Evaluate downtown streetscape re-
quirements. Remove present conflicts
to encourage vertical mixed-use.
13. Continue to improve aesthetics along
the corridors to the airport.
• LEDA and City
Council $Priority
1-2 years
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Goal Recommendation Responsible Entity $Timeline
F. Re-examine and update
current annexation and growth
policies.
14. Discourage further urban density de-
veloping outside of the city limits.
15. Promote development where there is
adequate infrastructure already exist-
ing.
16. Develop incentives to encourage/pro-
mote development where infrastruc-
ture already exists.
17. Use impact fees to direct growth in the
urban core areas of Lubbock.
18. Pursue a comprehensive fiscal impact
analysis of existing development pat-
terns to inform future growth policies.
• City Council,
Planning
Department,
and Engineering
Department
$$2-5 years
G. Encourage placemaking
in and around Texas Tech
University, downtown, and the
Canyon Lakes areas.
19. Develop branding and streetscape en-
hancements.
20. Support existing corridor plans and the
development of new plans. Schedule
more public events downtown.
• City Council,
Planning
Department,
and Engineering
Department
$2-5 years
H. Incorporate the cultural
recertification study.
21. Work with the Lubbock Arts Council,
Texas Tech University, and Lubbock
Entertainment and Performing Arts
and Sciences groups to ensure recerti-
fication.
22. Consider building a Cultural District
visitor center at the LHUCA Center.
23. Formally meet with cultural district
stakeholders on an annual basis.
24. Support the recommendations of the
Cultural District Corridor Master Plan.
• City Council,
Lubbock Arts
Alliance, and
others
$Priority
1-2 years
I. Enhance the Canyon Lakes
area.
25. Streamline and remove conflicts in ex-
isting plans.
26. Consolidate planning with amenities
and other neighborhood and corridor
plans proposed.
27. Include as part of a new/updated Park
Master Plan.
28. Review and update the Canyon Lakes
Policy Zone.
• Parks
Department
and Planning
Department
$2-5 years
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Goal Recommendation Responsible Entity $Timeline
J. Continue to enhance
downtown.
29. Streamline and remove development
requirements and inconsistencies.
30. Prepare a diagnostic report/assess-
ment of needed tasks.
• LEDA and
Planning
Department
$5-10 years
K. Formally initiate a Lubbock
Neighborhood Planning
Program. The neighborhoods in
Eastern Lubbock should be the
first included.
31. Develop a series of neighborhood plans
for Eastern and Northern Lubbock.
32. Include extensive public engagement
with both citizens at large and Eastern
and Northern Lubbock stakeholders.
Develop an independent steering com-
mittee to oversee research and project
progress.
• Planning
Department $$$Priority
1-2 years
L. Create design standards and
gateway designations for key
areas.
33. Identify major corridors which need
special design guidelines, amenities,
intersection treatments, and gateway
demarcations.
34. Develop a specialized study strategy
for the IH 27 corridor as part of the
neighborhood plans created for East-
ern and Northern L ubbock.
• Planning
Department $2-5 years
M. Create a Vision Plan for
the integration of playa lakes
for recreational needs, and
drainage criteria.
35. Develop park development guide-
lines for the type of park facilities that
would be needed.
36. Develop and incorporate Playa ordi-
nance criteria into the Subdivision Or-
dinance.
37. Connect new Playa/Park areas to
neighborhoods.
38. Prepare a Park Dedication Ordinance
(PDO).
39. Conduct a full update of the existing
Parks Master Plan.
• City Council,
Planning
Department,
Parks
Department,
and Engineering
Department $Priority
1-2 years
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RECOMMENDED PLAN PRIORITIES
Although all recommendations made throughout the Comprehensive Plan are important to the vision of Lubbock, some
should be initiated as soon as possible. The following are deemed the most important policies/actions within this plan:
• Development of a well thought out impact fee program for the funding of roadway projects. Consideration should
be given to include water and wastewater impact fees to the program. The program should be overseen by a Capital
Improvement Advisory Committee (CIAC).
• Revise the zoning, subdivision, and other related land development ordinances into a Unified Development Code (UDC)
to match the planning and engineering goals of the Plan to an implementation mechanism.
• Begin a formalized neighborhood planning program. The neighborhoods in Eastern Lubbock should be the first included
in such a detailed study, followed by Northern and Central Lubbock.
• The Texas Tech University, Broadway, Downtown, and Canyon Lakes areas are some of the most important corridors
within Lubbock. The City should formally adopt the Cultural Arts District Corridor concept and extend it to the Canyon
Lakes area. The proposed district should be enlarged to include other key destinations and Texas Tech University
buildings. Downtown needs a clean approach to public and private improvements. It will be important to revisit
these existing requirements to remove inconsistencies, prepare a new Capital Improvements Plan, and encourage
reinvestment in downtown.
• Linking the Playa Lake recreational opportunities with new stormwater drainage criteria now being developed is
important to not only to the quality of life enjoyed in Lubbock but to also allow the development of new areas to
continue. Using Playa Lakes for dual programs, recreation and drainage, is cost effective. The City must also consider a
Park Land Dedication Ordinance to fully ensure new parks are available in developing portions of Lubbock and building
larger parks where possible.
IN CONCLUSION
With the adoption of this Plan, the City of Lubbock and its partners have taken a major step toward achieving the vision its
citizens and business leaders have established herein. Attaining this vision will require a sustained effort by all participants in the
planning process, but the results of combined efforts will yield benefits that future residents and businesses will enjoy. It cannot
be accomplished all at once, and some portions of the Plan must be implemented each year. However, the cumulative effect of this
approach will be evident decades from now.
“Good plans shape good decisions. That’s why good planning helps to make elusive dreams come true.”
Lester Robert Bittel, Writer
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APPENDIX
The following documents are supportive of the recommendations and strategies in this Plan. These documents are
available to the public at the City of Lubbock Planning Offices.
• Appendix 1 - Results of online survey
• Appendix 2- Minutes of the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee Meetings
• Appendix 3- Summary Comments from the October 15, 2018 Open House
• Appendix 4- Sample of Support Cards Received
• Appendix 5- Memorandum from the Alliance of East Lubbock Neighborhood Associations, dated October 18, 2018, to Freese
and Nichols, Inc., and the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC)
APPENDIX 1
Results of the Citizen Survey
An online survey was utilized to capture high level input from citizens about the future
development of Lubbock. 3,010 people took the survey. The CPAC and consultants used
the results to draft goals and guide Plan recommendations. A summary of the survey
results is included on pages 36 to 38 of the Plan. Full survey results are available at the
City of Lubbock Planning Offices.
APPENDIX 2
Minutes of the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) Meetings
This section contains the minutes for the following CPAC meetings:
• May 22, 2018
• June 13, 2017
• August 22, 2017
• September 19, 2017
• October 17, 2017
• November 14, 2017
• December 12, 2017
• January 23, 2018
• February 21, 2018
• March 21 , 2018
• April 11, 2018
• May 30, 2018
• September 12, 2018
• October 16, 2018
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting #1 Minutes
May 22, 20171111:30 a.m.
Lubbock Memorial Civic Center -Terrace Suite
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Charles Adams, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges,
Keith Bryant, Renee Cage, Shawn Cannon, Sonny Garza,
Missi Currier, Jared Hall, Heather Hocker, Travis Isom,
Darryl James, Brent King, Leann Lamb-Vines, Mont
McClendon, Joe Mckay, Jeff Mercer, John Opperman, Troy
Pickering, Berhl Robertson, Chris Scott, and Dan Wilson
Gary Andrews, Bymie Bass, Jaime Delacruz, Brice Foster,
Greg Garland, Ryan Henry, Michelle McCord, Victoria
Messer-Whitehead, Richard Parks, Al Roberts, and Chris St.
Clair
Andrew Paxton, Dennis Carrizales, Bill Howerton, Justin
Pruitt, Chad Weaver, Mayor Dan Pope, City Manager Jarrett
Atkinson, Wood Franklin, Mike Keenum, and Jennifer
Davidson
1) Call to order-John Zwiacher
The meeting was called to order at 11 :30 A.M.
2) Welcome and Introductions
MAYOR DAN POPE welcomed the committee members and stated that Staff would be
available for support. CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER gave a brief discussion of the process and
roles of the Committee. DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, stated that he is the project
manager. He introduced Chelsea Irby and Cody Richardson with Freese and Nichols and they
will be assisting with the project as well. The Committee members introduced themselves to
each other. PLANNING DIRECTOR DREW PAXTON thanked all the members for serving
on the Committee. DAN SEFKO gave an overview and brief discussion of the comprehensive
plan agenda, expectations, goals, and how to include the community in the process.
3) Overview of Advisory Board Regulations
CITY ATTORNEY JUSTIN PRUITT gave a brief discussion of the Texas Open Meetings
Act. If the members wish to have a city email set up they need to fill out the documentation that
was provided in order to get the process started.
4) Work Session
JOHN ZWIACHER stated that he would like to have a Vice-Chair but they will decide on it by
the next meeting. CHELSEA IRBY, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a brief discussion on
how to involve the community and the planning processes with the comprehensive advisory plan.
They will provide a meeting tool kit for those who would be interested in presenting the
comprehensive advisory plan to others. Each Committee member gave their input on what they
think is great about Lubbock, what is missing in Lubbock, and what the issues are in Lubbock.
They were also asked to think about what Lubbock should look like 20 years from now. The
Committee members were also asked to vote on a logo to use to represent this project.
5) Set Date of Next Meeting
DAN SEFKO stated that the Committee will probably meet every month and if needed more
than once a month. He asked each member to state what time and days would best fit his or her
schedule. CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER stated that they would try to accommodate the members
as much as they can. The meetings wiU take place at different locations in order to represent each
district in Lubbock.
6) Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 1 :30 PM.
Minutes approved:
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Make up Meeting Minutes
May 31, 20171111:00 a.m.
Freese and Nichols Office-2732 82nd Street
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Jaime DeLaCruz, Gary Andrews, Brice
Foster, Greg Garland, Ryan Henry, Michelle McCord,
Victoria Messer-Whitehead, Richard Parks, Al Roberts
Bymie Bass and Chris St. Clair
Andrew Paxton and Dennis Carrizales
1) Call to order -Chair John Zwiacher
The meeting was called to order at 11 :00 A.M.
2) Welcome and Introductions
The Committee members introduced themselves to each other.
3) Overview of Advisory Board Regulations
PLANNING DIRECTOR DREW PAXTON gave a brief overview of the Open Meetings Act.
4) Work Session
DAN SEFKO and CODY RICHARDSON, Freese and Nichols, gave a brief introduction and
explained the process of the comprehensive plan and the committee's involvement in the
process.
5) Set Date of Next Meeting
DAN SEFKO stated that the next meeting is on Tuesday, June 13th•
The meeting was adjourned at 1 :00 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for June 13, 2017.
Minutes approved:
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Meeting #2 Minutes
June 13, 20171111:00 a.m.
Margaret Talkington School for Young Women Leaders Cafeteria
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges, Renee Cage,
Shawn Cannon, Jared Hall, Heather Hocker, Travis Isom,
Leann Lamb-Vines, Mont McClendon, Jeff Mercer, John
Opperman, Troy Pickering, Dan Wilson, Jaime Delacruz,
Ryan Henry, Michelle McCord, Victoria Messer-Whitehead,
Al Roberts, Chris St. Clair, Gary Andrews, Bymie Bass, Keith
Bryant, Brice Foster, Sonny Garza, Darryl James, Berhl
Robertson, Chris Scott
Charles Adams, and Richard Parks, Missi Currier, Greg
Garland, Brent King, Joe McKay
Andrew Paxton, Dennis Carrizales, Bill Howerton, Justin
Pruitt, Chad Weaver, Dan Pope, Jarrett Atkinson, Wood
Franklin, Mike Keenum, Ben Lawson, and Majo Miselem
1) Call to order -CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER
The meeting was called to order at 11 :00 A.M.
2) Welcome and Introductions
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER welcomed everyone present at the meeting. DAN SEFKO,
FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a brief update on what would be discussed at the meeting.
3) Public Involvement Update
CHELSEA IRBY, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a brief update on the survey results that
they received so far. She stated that they are working on getting the survey out to more citizens.
She discussed the upcoming CPAC meeting dates and the upcoming community event on July
25th.
4) Community Snapshot
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave an overview of the data collected that includes
demographic data and land use data for the City of Lubbock.
5) Core Ideas
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a brief presentation regarding the nine core
ideas that represent high-level organization for issues and challenges facing Lubbock. There was
1 a brief discussion amongst the committee members apd staff. CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER
encouraged all of the committee members to attend the public meeting in July.
6) Next Steps
CHELSEA IRBY, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a brief update on the public meeting to be
held in July and encouraged the committee members to attend. The next meeting will be on
August 22, 2017.
7) Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 1 :00 p.m.
Minutes approved:
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MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
1) Call to order
August 22, 20171111:00 a.m.
City Bank Event Center
John Zwiacher, Charles Adams, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges,
Renee Cage, Shawn Cannon, Missi Currier, Jared Hall,
Heather Hocker, Travis Isom, Brent King, Leann Lamb-Vines,
Mont McClendon, Joe McKay, Jeff Mercer, John Opperman,
Troy Pickering, Dan Wilson, Jaime Delacruz, Greg Garland,
Ryan Henry, Victoria Messer-Whitehead, Al Roberts, Keith
Bryant, and Brice Foster
Sonny Garza, Darryl James, Berhl Robertson, Chris Scott,
Gary Andrews, Byrnie Bass, Richard Parks, Michelle
McCord, and Chris St. Clair
Andrew Paxton. Dennis Carrizales, Bill Howerton, Justin
Pruitt, Chad Weaver, Dan Pope, Jarrett Atkinson, Wood
Franklin, Mike Keenum, Ben Lawson, and Majo Miselem
CHAIR JOHN ZWAICHER called the meeting to order at 11 :00 A.M. He gave a brief
overview of the work session items that would be discussed at the meeting.
2) Public Involvement Update
CHELSEA IRBY, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a brief update on the survey results and the
public involvement meeting. The online survey results were discussed. The next community
event will be on November 14th at 6:30 p.m. Meetings will be held with the schools and different
groups in the community.
3) Goals
CODYRICHARDSON, FREESE AND NICHOLS stated that they need the committee's inP.ut
on goals for the future land use. He discussed the future land use goals and the core ideas for the
plan.
4) Interim Future Land Use Plan
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, stated that the goals discussed were related to land
use. He stated that there would be more goals to discuss for other items. He discussed the interim
future land use, the existing land use, and the updated strategies. There was a discussion
regarding impact fees.
5) Cost of Service
ALAN MUELLER, MARSH DARCY PARTNERS INC, discussed the cost of services for
each type of land use. There was a discussion amongst the committee members and the
consultants.
6) Next Steps
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, asked the committee members to complete the
workbook and send their feedback to Drew Paxton, Director of Planning.
7) Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at I :00 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2017.
Minutes approved:
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Meeting #4 Minutes
September 19, 2017116:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m.
Maxey Park Community Center -Social Hall
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges, Shawn Cannon,
Travis Isom, Leann Lamb-Vines, Mont McClendon, Joe
McKay, John Oppennan, Troy Pickering, Michelle McCord,
Victoria Messer-Whitehead, Byrnie Bass, Chris Scott
Keith Bryant, Sonny Garza, Darryl James, Berhl Robertson,
Gary Andrews, Brice Foster, and Richard Parks, Charles
Adams, Renee Cage, Missi Currier, Jaime Delacruz, Greg
Garland, Jared Hall, Ryan Henry, Heather Hocker, Brent
King, Jeff Mercer, Al Roberts, Chris St. Clair, Dan Wilson
Andrew Paxton. Dennis Carrizales, Bill Howerton, Justin
Pruitt, Chad Weaver, Dan Pope, Jarrett Atkinson, Wood
Franklin, Mike Keenum, Ben Lawson, and Majo Miselem
1) Call to order -John Zwiacher
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. He gave a brief overview of what would be
discussed at the meeting. DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS introduced the staff that
would be speaking.
2) Project Update
CHELSEA IRBY, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave an update on the results of the Lubbock
Comprehensive Plan Community Survey and the public involvement interviews. The next public
meeting will be October 17th at 6:00 p.m.
3) Review ofCPAC Homework
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a P.resentation of the CPAC homework and
asked the committee members to finish it ancfturn it in. He discussed the future land use goals
and strategies. Some items still need discussion. CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER stated that a
subcommittee of six (6) members would be formed to discuss some concerns with the interim
future land use plan and costs. Chris Ber:ry and Dan Wilson will be part of the subcommittee.
Victoria Messer-Whitehead stated that she would volunteer to be on the committee and
addressed her concerns regarding the interim future land use plan.
4) Interim Future Land Use Plan+ Cost of Service
ALAN1MUELLER, MARSH DARCY PARTNERS INC, gave a presentation regarding the
purpose and methodology of the cost of service. He also discussed the suggested points for plan
element discussions.
5) Recommendation on how to proceed with the Interim Future Land Use Plan
CHAIR JOHN ZW AICHER stated that the subcommittee would be meeting in October. DAN
SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, stated that they had not planned to meet on October 17th.
The committee would like to meet again on October 17th before making a recommendation to the
City Council. They would need more time to make edits to the map.
6) Next Steps
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS stated that they would change the meeting dates.
7) Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2017.
Minutes approved:
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Planning Department
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting# 5 Minutes
October 17, 2017116:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m.
Cooper North Elementary, Cafeteria
MEMBERS PRESENT: John Zwiacher, Charles Adams, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges,
Bymie Bass, Keith Bryant, Renee Cage, Shawn Cannon, Ryan
Henry, Travis Isom, Darryl James, Leann Lamb-Vines, Joe
McKay, Dan Wilson, and Victoria Messer-Whitehead
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Missi Currier, Jaime Delacruz, Greg Garland, Sonny Garza,
Jared Hall, Heather Hocker, Brent King, Mont McClendon,
Michelle McCord, Jeff Mercer, John Opperman, Troy
Pickering, Al Roberts, Berhl Robertson, Chris Scott, Gary
Andrews, Chris St. Clair, Brice Foster, and Richard Parks
Dennis Carrizales, Bill Howerton, Steve O'Neal, Justin Pruitt,
Chad Weaver, Blu Kostelich, Becky Garza, Courtney Paz,
Jarrett Atkinson, Councilwoman Gibson, Councilwoman Joy,
Councilman Griffith, Lata Krishnarao, and Mike Robles
1) Call to order -CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER
The meeting was called to order at 6: 11 p.m.
2) Project Update on the Interim Land Use Plan Subcommittee's meeting from October 11,
2017
DAN SEFCO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a project update and gave a summary of the
subcommittee meeting that was held on October 10, 2017. There were eight items discussed at
the subcommittee's meeting. Park/playa Fees and impact fees were not discussed at the meeting.
3) Discuss and take appropriate action on changes to the Interim Land Use Plan
DAN SEFCO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, stated that the city needs to be prepared for the
future growth of the City. They discussed creating a future land use map of the areas to be
developed within the next IO years. The City can monitor this map and make changes as needed
every 5 years. The committee will go back and discuss this issue when they have the opportunity
to look at the map when it is available. The consultants suggested that the city's existing
infrastructure service area should have an incentive program for redevelopment.
4) Other Business
CHELSEA IRBY, FREESE AND NICHOLS, stated that she would handle all CPAC
notifications in the future. At the next meeting, they will discuss plan elements, visions, and
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5) Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2017.
Minutes approved:
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Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting# 6 Minutes
November 14, 20171111:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Science Spectrum, FAC Rental Section A/B
MEMBERS PRESENT: John Zwiacher, Charles Adams, Gary Andrews, Chris Berry,
Beth Bridges, Keith Bryant, Brice Foster, Greg Garland,
Travis Isom, Darryl James, Leann Lamb-Vines, Mont
McClendon, Joe McKay, Jeff Mercer, Victoria Messer-
Whitehead, John Opperman, Troy Pickering, Al Roberts,
Berhl Robertson, Chris Scott, and Dan Wilson
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
l) Call to order
Byrnie Bass, Renee Cage, Shawn Cannon, Missi Currier,
Jamie Delacruz, Sonny Garza, Jared Hall, Ryan Henry,
Heather Hocker, Brent King, Michelle McCord, , Chris St.
Clair, and Richard Parks
Lata Krishnarao, Peter Hughes, Katya Copeland, Steve
O'Neal, Gloria Diaz
CHAIR JOHN ZW Al CHER called the meeting to order at 11 :00 A.M. He gave a brief
overview of what would be discussed at the meeting. He stated that the subcommittee met and
discussed some issues regarding the interim future land use map. It was presented to the Planning
and Zoning Commission. The committee will discuss and vote on the interim future land use
map. It will go to Planning and Zoning Commission on December 5th• The first City Council
reading will be on December 18th• The 2nd City Council reading will be on January 11 th•
2) Recommendation on How to Proceed with the Interim Future Land Use Plan.
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS, stated that one of the main objectives is for the
committee to ask questions regarding the interim future land use map. The changes to the
interim future land use map was discussed. There was discussion amongst the committee
members and the consultant. A motion was made to recommend to adopt the plan as presented.
There was a second motion made to adopt the plan. The Commission members voted
unanimously to approve the motion as stated. It was noted that this map is not the final version.
Recommendations and changes can be discussed.
3) Discuss Policy Structure of the Remaining Plan Elements.
This will be discussed at the next meeting.
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4) Presentation by the Development Community and Staff.
The presentation will be heard at the next meeting.
5) Next Steps
CHELSEA IRBY, FREESE AND NICHOLS discussed the report outline. They will get with
staff to see if they would like to meet in December. The committee members will receive a draft
of the outline and give any recommendations to the consultant. The goal is to have a final draft
report in May. She asked the consultants if they would be able to meet in December. They would
like to meet on December 12, 2017.
The meeting was adjourned at 1 :00 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2017.
Minutes approved:
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Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting # 7 Minutes
December 12, 20171111:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
West Texas Homebuilder's Association, City Bank Event Center
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Charles Adams, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges,
Keith Bryant, Travis Isom, Darryl James, Leann Lamb-Vines,
Joe McKay, Dan Wilson, and Jaime Delacruz, Brice Foster,
Sonny Garza, Heather Hocker, Mont McClendon, Jeff Mercer,
John Oppennan
Missi Currier, Greg Garland, Jared Hall, Brent King, Michelle
McCord, Troy Pickering, Al Roberts, Berhl Robertson, Chris
Scott, Gary Andrews, Chris St. Clair, and Richard Parks,
Renee Cage, Shawn Cannon, Ryan Henry, Victoria Messer-
Whitehead, Byrnie Bass
Lata Krishnarao, Peter Hughes, Katya Copeland, Steve
O'Neal, Gloria Diaz and Mike Robles
1) Call to order -John Zwiacher
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER called the meeting to order at 11 :00 A.M. He gave a brief
overview of what would be discussed at the meeting. He stated that a parks subcommittee would
also be fonned. He discussed the last meeting and the presentations from the city and the
development side. DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS stated that the next meeting would
be in January.
2) Plan Element Focus: Community Character and Livability
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS gave a presentation on the community character and
design recommendations. CHELSEA IRBY, FREESE AND NICHOLS, gave a presentation
on the identification and recommendations for sustainability and resiliency best practices, and
recommendations on best practices to develop public health policies and implementation of
factors that help create healthy communities. There was discussion amongst the committee and
staff.
3) Developer's Council Presentation on Cost of Service.
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS stated that this would be postponed and be presented
at a later meeting.
4) City Staff Presentation on Cost of Capital Improvements
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS stated that this would be postponed and be presented
I . i I at a ater meetmg.
5) Next Steps and Questions
DAN SEFKO, FREESE AND NICHOLS stated that the upcoming dates would be available on
the website. CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER discussed the parks subcommittee and funding.
The meeting was adjourned at l :00 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2018.
Minutes approved:
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Planning Department
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting # 8 Minutes
January 24, 20181111:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Groves Branch Library Community Room
MEMBERS PRESENT: John Zwiacher, Byrnie Bass, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges, Brice
Foster, Travis Isom, Darryl James, Leann Lamb-Vines, Joe
McKay, Victoria Messer-Whitehead, John Opperman, Troy
Pickering, Al Roberts, Berhl Robertson, Chris St. Clair, Dan
Wilson, and Ryan Henry, Renee Cage
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
1) Call to order
Charles Adams, Gary Andrews, Keith Bryant, Shawn Cannon,
Missi Currier, Jaime DelaCruz, Greg Garland, Sonny Garza,
Jared Hall, Heather Hocker, Brent King, Mont McClendon,
Michelle McCord, Jeff Mercer, and Chris Scott
Lata Krishnarao, Kristen Sager, Katya Copeland, Nathan
Webb, Bill Howerton, Steve O'Neal, Justin Pruitt, Chad
Weaver, Blu Kostelich, Jarrett Atkinson, Councilwoman Joy,
Mike Keenum, Gloria Diaz, and Mike Robles
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER called the meeting to order at 11 :05 A.M. He gave a brief
overview of what would be discussed during the meeting.
2) Introduction and Project Update
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, stated that the Interim Future Land Use Plan was
adopted on January 11, 2018 and would be effective on February I, 2018. He gave an update
on the items discussed at the Future Land Use Subcommittee meeting. He stated that the
presentations given by city staff would be on the website. He also gave an update on what
was discussed at the Parks Subcommittee meeting. The committee reviewed existing parks
plan.
3) Review of Population Projections
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, discussed Lubbock's population projections and
future growth compared to other cities.
4) Housing Recommendations
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS discussed the importance of housing and the
existing housing units in Lubbock.
5) Discussion (GPAC)
There was discussion amongst the committee and staff regarding housing and the current
zoning code of ordinances.
6) Public Comments
It was stated that they would like more notice regarding where and when the future meetings
would take place. MR SEFKO discussed the committee's role regarding the comprehensive
plan and they need to obtain more input from the public.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:30 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2018.
Minutes approved:
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JOHN ZWIACHER, Chair
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting# 9 Minutes
February 21, 2018 112:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, Room MR 111/112
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges, Keith Bryant,
Shawn Cannon, Brice Foster, Sonny Garza, Ryan Henry,
Heather Hocker, Brent King, Leann Lamb Vines, Mont
McClendon, Victoria Messer-Whitehead, John Opperman, and
Dan Wilson
Charles Adams, Gary Andrews, Byrnie Bass, Renee Cage,
Missi Currier, Jaime DeLaCruz, Greg Garland, Jared Hall,
Travis Isom, Darryl James, Joe McKay, Jeff Mercer, Troy
Pickering, Al Roberts, Berhl Robertson, Chris Scott, and Chris
St. Clair
Lata Krishnarao, Kristen Sager, Katya Copeland, Nathan
Webb, Bill Howerton, Steve O'Neal, Justin Pruitt, Chad
Weaver, Jarrett Atkinson, Councilwoman Gibson,
Councilwoman Joy, Gloria Diaz, and Mike Robles
I) Call to order -John Zwiacher
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER called the meeting to order at 2: l O p.m. He gave a brief
overview of what would be discussed during the meeting.
2) Introduction and Project Update
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS gave an update on the interim future land use map,
the items discussed at the Land Use Subcommittee meeting and the Parks Subcommittee
meeting. The first draft of the plan will be prepared after the committee has been received on
various elements.
3) Utility Planning Overview and Recommendations:
HEATHER KEISTER, FREESE and NICHOLS, gave a presentation of the utility plans
for water, wastewater, and stormwater. She discussed the schedule and goals, the scope and
process, and the major findings and recommendations.
4) Thoroughfare Plan Overview and Recommendations:
JEFF WHITACRE, KIMLEY HORN, gave a presentation on the existing thoroughfare
plan and discussed why it needs to be updated. MIKE KEENUM, DIRECTOR OF
ENGINEERING discussed the traffic managerµent system and stated that anyone is
welcome to look at it. MR WHIT ACRE also discussed the elements for funding, safety
improvements, and policies for the thoroughfare plan.
5) Committee Discussion
There was a discussion amongst the committee and staff regarding the presentations. It was
recommended that the subcommittees meet prior to the March meeting. CHELSEA IRBY,
FREESE and NICHOLS, stated that she could provide the information from the meetings if
a member is unable to attend or connect them through Skype.
6) Public Comments
There were questions from the public and a brief discussion regarding the presentation.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2018.
Minutes approved:
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Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting #10 Minutes
March 21, 2018112:00 p.m.
Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, Room MR 111/112
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Charles Adams, Beth Bridges, Byrnie Bass,
Keith Bryant, Sonny Garza, Heather Hocker, Travis Isom,
Darryl James, John Opperman, Troy Pickering, Brent King,
Leann Lamb-Vines, Al Roberts, Berhl Robertson, and
Victoria Messer-Whitehead
Renee Cage, Missi Currier, Jaime Delacruz, Greg Garland,
Jared Hall, Mont McClendon, Jeff Mercer, Chris Scott, Gary
Andrews, Chris St. Clair, Brice Foster, Dan Wilson, Joe
McKay, Shawn Cannon, Ryan Henry, and Chris Berry
Lata Krishnarao, Kristen Sager, Katya Copeland, Gloria Diaz,
Bill Howerton, Steve O'Neal, Justin Pruitt, Becky Garza,
Courtney Paz, Jarrett Atkinson, Councilwoman Patterson-
Harris, Councilwoman Joy, Councilman Griffith, and Mike
Robles
I) Call to order -John Zwiacher
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. He gave a brief
overview of what has been discussed at the previous meetings and what would be discussed
during the meeting.
2) Introduction and Comprehensive Plan Project Update
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, stated that the interim future land use map became
effective on February I, 2018. He gave an update on the items discussed at the Parks
Subcommittee meeting and the Land Use Subcommittee meeting.
3) Discuss and Take Appropriate Action on Existing Conditions and Recommendations for:
Downtown, Canyon Lakes, and East Lubbock
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, gave a presentation on the phases of the planning
process and identifying issues, recommended strategies, and implementation for downtown,
canyon lakes, and east Lubbock. A poll was taken among the committee members regarding
what strategies should be considered for each area. There was discussion amongst the
committee members.
4) Public Comments
There were public comments, questions, aJd recommendations for the committee.
ELIZABETH REGNER, representing Arts Lubbock, gave a presentation and presented
recommendations to the committee. SHIRL YGREEN, representing Lubbock Roots
Historical Arts Council, and CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA, both presented comments
to the committee.
The meeting was adjourned at 4: 15 PM. The next meeting is scheduled for April 18, 2018.
Minutes approved:
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JbHN ZWIACHER, Chair
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting #11 Minutes
April 18, 2018 1111 :00 a.m.
Garden and Arts Center, Cultural Hall
MEMBERS PRESENT: John Zwiacher, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges, Renee Cage,
Shawn Cannon, Brice Foster, Sonny Garza, Ryan Henry,
Heather Hocker, Leann Lamb-Vines, Victoria Messer-
Whitehead, John Opperman, Troy Pickering, Al Roberts,
Chris St. Clair, and Dan Wilson, Byrnie Bass
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
1) Call to order
Charles Adams, Gary Andrews, Keith Bryant, Missi Currier,
Jaime DeLaCruz, Greg Garland, Jared Hall, Travis Isom,
Darryl James, Brent King, Mont McClendon, Joe McKay, Jeff
Mercer, Berhl Robertson, and Chris Scott
Lata Krishnarao, Kristen Sager, Katya Copeland, Bill
Howerton, Steve O'Neal, Chad Weaver, Justin Pruitt, Kelli
Leisure, Becky Garza, Courtney Paz, Jarrett Atkinson,
Councilwoman Joy, Mike Keenum, Gloria Diaz, and Mike
Robles
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER called the meeting to order at 11 :00 a.m. He gave a brief
overview of what would be discussed during the meeting.
2) Introduction and Comprehensive Plan Project Update
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, gave an update on the items discussed at the
Parks Subcommittee meeting and the Land Use Subcommittee meeting. The
recommendations will be presented to the committee.
3) Discuss and Take Appropriate Action on Parks and Open Space Concept
BETH BRIDGES, PARKS BOARD CHAIR, discussed the importance of parks and the
future of parks.
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, gave a presentation regarding the economic value,
needs, strategies, and connectivity for community parks and neighborhood parks and playa
lakes. The committee took a poll on whether or not they support the overall approach of the
parks element.
4) Discuss and Take Appropriate Action on Infrastructure Funding
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, discus~ed the recommendations from the Finance
Subcommittee.
DAN WILSON, PLANNING and ZONING COMMISSION CHAIR discussed the cost
of new development that the city is responsible for and the consideration of impact fees.
A poll was taken among the committee members on whether or not they support the
recommendations of the Funding Subcommittee.
5) Discuss and Take Appropriate Action on Economic Development
SUE DARCY, MARSH DARCY, discussed the results of the cost of service analysis and
recommendations to be considered regarding the economic development and funding sources.
A poll was taken among the committee members regarding what the committee believes is
needed for Lubbock.
6) Public Comments
There were public comments and questions. DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, gave
an update on upcoming events and meetings. There will also be an opportunity for online
comments.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:00 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for May 30, 2018.
Minutes approved:
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Planning Department
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting #12 Minutes
May 30, 20181111:00 a.m.
Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, MR 111/112
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Bymie Bass, Chris Berry, Beth Bridges, Keith
Bryant, Renee Cage, Brice Foster, Travis Isom, Darryl James,
Leann Lamb-Vines, Mont McClendon, Joe McKay, Victoria
Messer-Whitehead, John Opperman, Al Roberts, Berhl
Robertson, and Dan Wilson
Charles Adams, Gary Andrews, Shawn Cannon, Missi
Currier, Jaime DeLaCruz, Greg Garland, Sonny Garza, Jared
Hall, Ryan Henry, Heather Hocker, Brent King, Jeff Mercer,
Troy Pickering, Chris Scott, and Chris St. Clair
Lata Krishnarao, Kristen Sager, Katya Copeland, Nathan
Webb, Eric Myers, Ivan Gonzalez, Bill Howerton, Steve
O'Neal, Chad Weaver, Justin Pruitt, Kelli Leisure, Becky
Garza, Courtney Paz, Jarrett Atkinson, Councilwoman Joy,
Mike Keenum, Gloria Diaz, and Mike Robles
l) Call to order -John Zwiacher
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER called the meeting to order at 11 :00 a.m. He gave a brief
overview of what would be discussed during the meeting. The final report would be given to
City Staff to review and update.
2) Introduction and Comprehensive Plan Project Update:
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, stated that the interim future land use map was
adopted and became effective on February 1, 2018. The committee approved the scope and
strategies for parks, trails, open space, and economic development. The core ideas and
recommended priorities were discussed.
3) Discuss and Take Appropriate Action on Future Land Use Plan:
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, presented their recommended revisions to the interim
future land use plan. There was discussion amongst the committee and staff.
4) Discuss and Take Appropriate Action on Implementation Items:
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, presented their implementation strategies for review
and consideration by the committee. There was discussion amongst the committee and staff.
5) Public Comments
There were public comments and recommendations that were discussed with the committee.
The meeting was adjourned at 1 :00 p.m.
Minutes approved:
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Planning Department
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
Meeting #13 Minutes
September 12, 2018116:00 p.m.
Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, MR 111/112
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
John Zwiacher, Beth Bridges, Renee Cage, Shawn Cannon,
Brice Foster, Sonny Garza, Heather Hocker, Travis Isom,
Leann Lamb-Vines, Mont McClendon, Jeff Mercer, Victoria
Messer-Whitehead, John Opperman, Troy Pickering, and Dan
Wilson
Charles Adams, Gary Andrews, Byrnie Bass, Chris Berry,
Keith Bryant, Missi Currier, Jaime Delacruz, Greg Garland,
Jared Hall, Ryan Henry, Darryl James, Brent King, Joe
McKay, Al Roberts, Berhl Robertson, Chris Scott, and Chris
St. Clair
AJ Fawver, Kristen Sager, Katya Copeland, Steve O'Neal,
Dan Pope, Jesica McEachem, Jarrett Atkinson, Latrelle Joy,
Gloria Diaz, and Mike Robles
I) Call to order -John Zwiacher
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER called the meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. He stated that there
would be an open house in October.
MAYOR DAN POPE welcomed everyone and thanked the CPAC members for their hard work
and efforts. He discussed the remaining schedule for the comp plan to be submitted on the
website, the public house, the workshop, and the public hearings that would take place.
CHAIR JOHN ZWIACHER gave an overview of what would be discussed at the meeting.
2) Introduction and Comprehensive Plan Project Update
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, gave a brief overview of the previous CPAC
meetings, subcommittee meetings, stakeholder meetings, the public open house, and the
community online survey. He also reviewed the key elements and staffs recommended changes.
3) Approve all minutes from previous meetings
A motion was made to approve all the minutes from the previous meetings. There was a second
motion made. The committee members voted unanimously to approve the motion as stated.
4) Discussion of the draft Comprehensive Plan and recommended changes
DAN SEFKO, FREESE and NICHOLS, discussed the draft comprehensive plan and gave a
brief overview of the recommended changes. The committee would like to see a timeline
attached to the matrix and recommended that city staff evaluate the comprehensive plan. There
was discussion regarding water conservation, impact fees, and updating the zoning code.
A motion was made to recommend to city council and city staff that the committee members
would reconvene every six (6) months for the next 18 months. There was a second motion made.
The committee members voted unanimously to approve the motion as stated.
5) Consider a recommendation to the City of Lubbock Planning and Zoning Commission of the
draft Comprehensive Plan and direct staff to post copies of the draft Comprehensive Plan online
for public review
The committee members requested to review the final draft before they take a vote. They would
also like to review all the comments that have been submitted.
6) Next Steps
The remaining schedule for the comprehensive plan was discussed.
7) Public Comments
There was discussion from the public regarding infrastructure issues, economic development,
growth. future planning, and the communities in the north and east side of Lubbock.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 p.m.
Minutes approved:
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MEETING: Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee #14
DATE: October 16, 2018
TIME: 11:30am
LOCATION: Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane,
Room MR104/105
AGENDA – WORK SESSION ITEMS
• Item 1.1 – Introduction and Comprehensive Plan Project Update (CPAC Chair
and Freese and Nichols)
• Item 1.2 – Approve minutes from previous meeting (CPAC)
• Item 1.3 – Public Comment
• Item 1.4 – Review and discuss the draft Comprehensive Plan (Freese and Nichols
and CPAC)
• Item 1.5 – Consider and vote on a recommendation to the City of Lubbock
Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council for the draft Comprehensive
Plan - (CPAC)
1) In either the Transportation or Community Livability chapter, add a recommendation to
‘leverage the City’s involvement in the anticipated Master Transit Plan to fill gaps in existing
transit coverage.’
a) Ensure avenues for public involvement in the plan and maintain a transparent planning
process.
b) In the plan, consider and prioritize strategies which enhance or expand coverage in
under or unserved areas, specifically:
i) Creating more transit stops in northern and eastern Lubbock, specifically stops
which connect neighborhoods to amenities, employment centers, and schools
ii) Extending hours of operation in transit-dependent areas, potentially to 11 p.m.
iii) Providing transit coverage on Sunday
iv) Providing stops which are sheltered, ADA compliant, and accessible by sidewalk.
2) In the recommendation for a neighborhood planning program, clarify that neighborhood
plans:
a) Should be supported and funded as a City program with the intent of implementing the
resulting recommendations
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR T HE FU T URE
PLAN LUBB l,-.CK
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MEETING: Comprehen$lve Pian Advi$ory Committee #14
DATE: Octob~r 160 2018
TIME: 11 :30am
LOCATION: L~bboie~ M~moria! Civic C~rrrc~r0 1501 Mac Dcaivi§l L~:1r1~u
Room MR104/105
AGENDA-WORK SESSION ITEMS
MEETING: Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee #14
DATE: October 16, 2018
TIME: 11:30am
LOCATION: Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane,
Room MR104/105
b) Can and should conduct a localized review Future Land Use Map to determine if
revisions are appropriate and report findings to the Planning Department and P&Z
c) Can and should conduct localized and parcel-level analyses relating to environmental
remediation and site development/redevelopment potential
3) In the recommendation to revise the zoning and subdivision ordinance:
a) Clarify that the following elements will be strengthened:
i) Residential adjacency (for nonresidential uses)
ii) Buffering and setbacks
iii) Permitted uses within zoning categories
iv) Processes for addressing nonconforming uses
b) Add a recommendation that there be at least one opportunity for public input at the
beginning and end of the code rewrite
4) In the Community Livability chapter, provide additional information on the environmental
assessment and remediation processes
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE FUTURE
PLAN LUBB -~CK
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MEETING: Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee #14
DATE: Oictob@r 160 201 /8
TIME: 11 :30am
lOCAT!ON: lubbock M~moriaJ Civk C®nt~ru 1501 Mac Davi§ la~@l0
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APPENDIX 3
Summary Comments from the October 15, 2018 Open House
A summary of the comments that were provided by the public in attendance at the October
15, 2018 Open House are included in this Appendix. It is noted that the same summary
of comments were incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
(CPAC) meeting summary for meeting number 14 held on October 16, 2018.
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TEXAS
Summary of the October 15th, 2018 Public Open House
PUBLIC MEETING AND OPEN HOUSE #2 OCTOBER 15, 2018
The purpose of this meeting was to present the draft Comprehensive Plan to the public for comment.
Held again at the Civic Center, the Open House format was designed to inform the public about Plan
contents and allow comments and interaction. The Plan was made available to the public in advance via
the City's website. The open forum style allowed citizens to view informative boards and ask questions.
Advisory Committee members, City Staff, consultants and elected officials were in attendance to visit
and listen to the public comments. No action was taken at the Open House, but the meeting was
recorded and comments forwarded to the P&Z and City Council to be considered at future public
hearings.
Comments from the Open House included:
1. In either the Transportation or Community Livability chapter, add a recommendation to 'leverage
the City's involvement in the anticipated Master Transit Plan to fill gaps in existing transit coverage.'
a) Ensure avenues for public involvement in the plan and maintain a transparent planning process.
b) In the plan, consider and prioritize strategies which enhance or expand coverage in under or
unserved areas, specifically:
i) Creating more transit stops in northern and eastern Lubbock, specifically stops which connect
neighborhoods to amenities, employment centers, and schools
ii) Extending hours of operation in transit-dependent areas, potentially to 11 p.m.
iii) Providing transit coverage on Sunday
iv) Providing stops which are sheltered, ADA compliant, and accessible by sidewalk.
2. In the recommendation for a neighborhood planning program, clarify that neighborhood plans:
a) Should be supported and funded as a City program with the intent of implementing the resulting
recommendations
b) Can and should conduct a localized review Future Land Use Map to determine if revisions are
appropriate and report findings to the Planning Department and P&Z
c) Can and should conduct localized and parcel-level analyses relating to environmental
remediation and site development/redevelopment potential
3. In the recommendation to revise the zoning and subdivision ordinance:
a) Clarify that the following elements will be strengthened:
i) Residential adjacency (for nonresidential uses)
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ii) Buffering and setbacks
iii) Permitted uses within zoning categories
iv) Processes for addressing nonconforming uses
b) Add a recommendation that there be at least one opportunity for public input at the beginning
and end of the code rewrite
4. In the Community Livability chapter, provide additional information on the environmental
assessment and remediation processes.
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APPENDIX4
Sample of Support Cards Received
This appendix contains a sample of the approximately 250 cards received from residents.
The card supports the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan with the amendments
requested by The Alliance of East Lubbock Neighborhood Associations.
SAMPLE CARD
To the Planning and Zoning Commission and
City Council of Lubbock-2040 Plan
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I strongly support the amendments to the Lubbock 2040 Plan related to
rezoning of industrial uses near neighborhoods, and improvements lo public
transportation and infrastructure. I request P&Z and the City Council take these
steps lo ensure a bright and fair future for all of Lubbock.
1. Adopt the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, including all amendments.
2. Change the Future Land Use Map to end the concentration of industrial
land uses and toxic releasing industries in East and North Lubbock no
later than December 31, 2019.
3. Establish an East and North Lubbock Community Fund from a
percentage of the tax dollars collected from · ustrial land uses.
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APPENDIX 5
Memorandum from the Alliance of East Lubbock Neighborhood Associations,
dated October 18, 2018, to Freese and Nichols, Inc., and the Comprehensive Plan
Advisory Committee (CPAC)
On October 18, 2018, The Alliance of East Lubbock Neighborhood Associations
(Alliance), through Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, submitted the attached memorandum
to Freese and Nichols, Inc., and the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC).
The memorandum is a combination of the document presented to the CPAC at the
October 16, 2018 CPAC meeting and includes additional revisions proposed by the
Alliance. The CPAC included these items for recommendation to the Planning and
Zoning Commission and to the Lubbock City Council for consideration.
Legal Aid of North West Texas
COMMUNITY REV ITALlZATION PROJ ECT
1711 Avenue J, Lubbock, Texas 7940 I
806-763-4557 email: crp@lanwt.org
With CRP offices in Amarillo, Dallas, Fort Wo11h and Lubbock
MEMORANDUM October 18, 2018
To: Freese and Nichols, lnc., and
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee
From: The Alliance of East Lubbock Neighborhood Associations
Re: Written Recommendations from the Alli ance, Approved by CPAC
Introduction
On behalf of the Alliance of East Lubbock Neighborhood Associations (Alliance), thank you for
addressing our concerns about the Lubbock 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The below memorializes
the combination of the document presented at the October 16, 2018 CPAC meeting and the
additional revisions (italicized) proposed by the Alliance that were confirmed by the CPAC
committee.
The CPAC voted to approve this combination as an addendum, which will directly be included
into the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Thank you again for working with the community to address
these issues related to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
Approved Revisions
1) In either the Transportation or Community Livability chapter, add a recommendation to
'leverage the City's involvement in the anticipated Master Transit Plan to fill gaps in existing
transit coverage.'
a) Ensure avenues for public involvement in the plan and maintain a transparent plannjng
process.
b) In the plan, recommend and prioritize strategies which enhance or expand coverage in
under or unserved areas, specifically:
i) Creating more transit stops in northern and eastern Lubbock, specifically stops
which connect neighborhoods to amenities, employment centers, and schools
ii) Extending hours of operation in transit-dependent areas, potentially to 11 p.m.
iii) Providing transit coverage on Sunday
iv) Providing stops which are sheltered, ADA compliant, and accessible by
sidewalk
v) Providing new fixed routes to South and West Lubbock, specifically provide
access to Milwaukee and I 14th Street. Also, include new fixed routes to
Yellow House Canyon and other non-serviced communities. Finally, create a
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more efficient public transit system with increased route times and more
effective route access.
c) Give Neighborhood Associations in the Alliance and South Plains Hunger Solutions a
"seat at the table" during implementation of future public transit plans, especially
including the 2019 Public Transit Fixed Route Study.
d) Implementation Matrix -
(1) Place these recommendations in summary into the Implementation Matrix
(2) Responsible Entity: Planning and Engineering Department, Public Transit
Advisory Board
(3) Monetary Amount-$$$
(4) Priority: 1-2 years alongside the Public Transit Fixed Route Study
2) Recommend a study and enforcement policy to enable equity in roadway and infrastructure
funding. Utilize neighborhood planning to study these issues and receive input. Specifically,
study the dynamic of funds and projects between the Master Transit Plan, MPO, and existing
roadway and infrastructure projects to create a study and enforce these policies.
a) Implementation Matrix -
(1) Place these recommendations in summary into the Implementation Matrix
(2) Responsible Entity: Planning Department; Engineering Department;
Metropolitan Planning Organization; City Council
(3) Monetary Value-$$$
(4) Priority: 1-2 years
3) In the recommendation for a neighborhood planning program, clarify that neighborhood
plans:
a) Should be supported and funded as a City program with the intent of implementing the
resulting recommendations
b) Can and should conduct a localized review in the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) to
determine if revisions are appropriate and report findings to the Planning Department and
P&Z
c) Can and should conduct localized and parcel-level analyses relating to environmental
remediation and site development/redevelopment potential
b) Build a "Connection Team" from the City to develop consistent communication with
neighborhoods, social service agencies, and other groups involved in the 2040
Comprehensive Plan process. Form a "Post 2040 Group" contact list from the
community that includes Neighborhood Associations, South Plains Hunger Solutions, and
others interested parties to update and provide comments on the process of enforcing the
2040 Plan and this addendum section.
a) ImplementationMatrix:
(1) Include a separate recommendation to fund and enforce the findings of the blue
ribbon committee independent research study mentioned on page 182.
(2) Monetary Value: Increase the neighborhood study's budgetfrom $to$$$ as vital
parcel level analyses, scientific studies, and work towards specific revisions will
require extended resources.
(3) Timeline: Continue the 1-2 year priority already enforced in Goal K.
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4) In the recommendation to revise the zoning and subdivision ordinance:
a) Clarify that the following elements will be strengthened:
i) Residential adjacency (for nonresidential uses), specifically, disallow expansion
or new development of heavy commercial or industrial sites adjacent to,
downwind, or downstream from existing and planned residential development.
Prioritize this as the first amendment into the UDC as this is an existing hazard to
the community.
ii) Buffering and setbacks
iii) Permitted uses within zoning categories
iv) Processes for addressing nonconforming uses-specifically, recommend a
long-term plan to remove industrial uses adjacent to residential
neighborhoods.
b) Recommendation: Planning and Zoning should utilize the next two months to change to
FLUM to reflect above recommendations:
(1) Examples of these recommendations: Changing industrial zoning of abandoned
facilities' locations to mixed use which will not allow further industrial use, find
and create buffer zones and create a viable type of ordinance which can actually
establish this standard of zoning, and develop other solutions which solve the
problemsfrom 4(a)(i-iv).
b) Include Section 4 into the Implementation Matrix under Goal A. Add this to the
"Recommended Plan Priorities" on page 225 as these are hazardous conditions for
residents of these communities.
c) Add a recommendation that there be at least one opportunity for public input at the
beginning and end of the code rewrite and give notification from the "Connection Team "
to the "Post 2040 Group" to make sure the City notifies the community directly.
5) In the Community Livability chapter, provide additional information on the environmental
assessment and remediation processes
a) Recommend that the assessment process maximize transparency and accountability of
deliberations. To this end, recommend the following measures:
(1) Facilitate and provide opportunity for meaningful and effective public
participation by including Post 2040 Group in assessment and remediation
process.
(2) Ensure that information required for assessment is obtained and made available
to the public in a timely fashion and with enough time to provide meaningful
input;
b) Recommend that the remediation method selection is transparent and accountable. In
selecting a remedy, the relevant authority should include:
(1) Explicit justification for the decision, including elaboration of the decision
criteria and consideration of alternatives;
(2) Explicit consideration of information, comments, and evidence provided by the
public, including establishing that the remedy selected meets the needs and
addresses the concerns of the public.
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Conclusion
Please contact us if you have any questions about this document. We look forward to continuing
our work with you.
Sincerely,
Michael Bates, Attorney at Law, batesm@lanwt.org
Mark Oualline, Attorney at Law, ouallinem@lanwt.org
Legal Aid ofNorthWest Texas
Community Revitalization Project
1001 Main Street, Suite 502
Lubbock, Texas 79401 806-763-4557
Counsel on behalf of The Alliance of East Lubbock Neighborhood Associations
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First Reading
December 6, 2018
Item No. 7.11
ORDINANCE NO. 2018-00141
Second Reading
December 17, 2018
Item No. 7.5
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A REVISED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY
OF LUBBOCK; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS
CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Lubbock appointed thirty-three citizens to serve on
the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) to guide planning consultants in the
development, facilitation, production, and delivery of the comprehensive plan and future land use
plan for the City of Lubbock; and
' WHEREAS, over the course of approximately eighteen months, the CPAC worked with
consultants, held numerous meetings open to the public, solicited and encouraged community
feedback, conducted two public open houses, and regularly apprised City Council and the
Planning and Zoning Commission of its progress throughout the plan development process; and
WHEREAS, at its regularly scheduled meeting on October 16, 2018, the CPAC recommended
the City of Lubbock 2040 Comprehensive Plan to the City of Lubbock Planning and Zoning
Commission (the "Commission") and to the City of Lubbock City Council; and
WHEREAS, during its meeting on November 6, 2018, the Commission heard a briefing from
the Chairman of the CP AC regarding the City of Lubbock 2040 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Commission recommends approval of the City of Lubbock 2040
Comprehensive Plan; NOW THEREFORE
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
SECTION 1. THAT the City Council hereby adopts the 2040
Comprehensive Plan for the City of Lubbock. Said Plan is attached hereto and
incorporated within this ordinance as if fully set forth herein and shall be included in
the minutes of the City Council.
SECTION 2. THAT the City Council hereby directs the City Manager and
staff to incorporate into the Plan all changes approved by the City Council between the
first and second public hearings and ordinance readings, and to make any non-
substantive grammatical, format, and scrivener changes within the Plan as deemed
necessary.
SECTION 3. THAT all prior Comprehensive Plans, including, but not
limited to that in Ordinance Number, 7084, are hereby repealed by the adoption of this
2040 Comprehensive Plan for the City of Lubbock.
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SECTION 4.
by the City Council.
THAT this Ordinance shall be effective upon final passage
SECTION 5. THAT should any paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or
work of this Ordinance be declared unconstitutional or invalid for any reason, the
remainder of this Ordinance shall not be affected thereby.
SECTION 6. THAT the City Secretary is hereby authorized to cause
publication of the descriptive caption of this Ordinance as an alternative method
provided by law.
Passed by the City Council on first reading on __ D_e_c_em_b_e_r _6 ______ , 2018.
Passed by the City Council on second reading on December 17 , 2018.
DA~AYOR
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APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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Kelli Leisure, Assistant City Attorney
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