Council Report

City Council Report
Date: October 5, 2026
To: City Council
Through: Scott Butler, City Manager
Marc Heirshberg, Assistant City Manager
From: Nana Appiah, Development Services Director
Ashley Scott, Management Assistant II
Subject: DA26-02405 Park North Development Agreement
Council District 6
Purpose and Recommendation
The purpose of this report is to recommend that the City Council approve a
resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Development Agreement with
ExDev Park North, LLC (“Owner”) for an attached single-residence development
located near the northeast corner of S. Power Road and E. Guadalupe Road. The
subject property is approximately 5.05 +/- acres.
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Development Agreement.
Background
The Property is currently zoned Limited Commercial with a Planned Area
Development overlay (“LC-PAD”). The Owner is requesting a rezoning from LC-PAD
to RM-3-PAD to allow for an attached single-residence development on the Property.
Due to the unique location and configuration of the Property, the City and Owner are
entering into a Development Agreement to address zoning-related requirements,
facilitate the development of the Property, and enhance connectivity to adjacent
public amenities.
Discussion
The Development Agreement establishes obligations of the Owner to ensure high-
quality design and compatibility of the development with surrounding public amenities
and related infrastructure improvements. Key elements of the Development Agreement
include:
 Guadalupe Road Landscaping: Due to site constraints, perimeter landscaping
will be installed on adjacent Flood Control District owned land. The Owner will
obtain approvals from the District, install high-quality landscaping and irrigation
systems, and maintain them throughout the life of the agreement.

 Park Landscaping and Irrigation: The Owner will install landscaping and an
irrigation system along the northern and eastern boundaries of the Property
within the Christopher J. Brady Park. The improvements must comply with City
standards, be coordinated with the Parks and Recreation Department, and
include a 1-year warranty. Upon warranty completion, the City will assume
maintenance responsibilities for the improvements.
 Park Access Pathways: The Owner will construct two pedestrian pathways and
two gates to provide access between the development and the park. The paths
will match existing park sidewalks and be accessible to both residents and the
public. The City will take over maintenance of the paths following completion and
approval.
 Notice to Property Residents: The Owner will include a notice in all purchase,
sale, lease, rental, license, occupancy, and other agreements informing residents
and their guests that they may not use the park’s parking lot for residential
parking, except when visiting or using the park as members of the general public,
and disclosing the potential for noise and light intrusion from activities at the park.
 Bridge Crossing: The development includes a private bridge or culvert over a
District-owned canal. The City will not own or maintain this structure and will not
be liable for any related issues.
 Gate Responsibility: The pedestrian gates are solely the Owner’s responsibility,
and the City assumes no liability related to security or maintenance.
The Development Agreement also formalizes the City’s responsibilities, including permit
processing, coordination of park improvements, and temporary construction easements
to facilitate the required work.
Alternatives
The following alternatives are presented for consideration:
Not to Approve the Development Agreement:
If Council chooses not to approve the Development Agreement, the proposed zoning
request may not proceed, and the development could be delayed or required to
significantly modify the site plan to comply with existing commercial standards.
Staff recommends the City Council approve the Development Agreement.
Fiscal Impact
While the Development Agreement does not require any additional investment or fiscal
impact from the City, the proposed project is expected to contribute to long-term
revenue generation through construction activity, utility services, and increased property
tax valuation and add to housing options available within the City.

Coordinated With
The Development Agreement was coordinated with the Development Services
Department, Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities Department, Water
Resources Department, and the City Attorney’s Office.