The San Antonio Zoning Commission convened on August 5, 2025, to discuss several key zoning requests, including a proposal from Renlund Investment Group and a request for a commercial zoning change on Bulverde Road.

The meeting began with a presentation from Andrea and Randy Wormley, owners of Renlund Investment Group. They outlined their plans for the property located at 1921-1923 Burnett Street, which they acquired from the Department of Health and Human Services. The Wormleys aim to transform the existing building into a multi-use space that includes eight rental offices and a coffee shop, which will also serve as a community outreach center. They emphasized that 40% of the building would be dedicated to professional office rentals, while the coffee shop would occupy 60% of the space. The Wormleys highlighted their commitment to community engagement, stating that a portion of the coffee shop's earnings would support local charitable organizations.

The Wormleys also detailed their outreach efforts, noting support from the neighborhood association and local residents. They plan to host various community activities, including training programs for high school students and veterans, as well as events for the elderly. The proposal received positive feedback from Commissioner Watson, who commended the Wormleys for their community outreach and expressed support for the project as a potential anchor for neighborhood revitalization.

Following the discussion, the commission voted unanimously to approve the zoning change for the Wormleys' project, allowing them to proceed to the city council for final approval.

The second item on the agenda involved a request to change the zoning of a property at 13639 Bulverde Road from residential to commercial. The applicant, Octavio Viramontes, presented plans for a 5,000 square foot warehouse and 2,500 square feet of office space intended for a contracting business. Viramontes explained that the request for C-3 zoning was to ensure flexibility for future tenants and to avoid potential code issues.

While there was some community support for the project, concerns were raised regarding drainage and potential commercial encroachment into residential areas. The commission discussed the appropriateness of the requested zoning in relation to the surrounding land use and ultimately recommended a conditional use for a C-2 zoning designation instead, which would allow for the proposed office warehouse while mitigating potential impacts on the residential neighborhood.

The meeting concluded with a motion to approve the Wormleys' project and a recommendation for the Bulverde Road property, reflecting the commission's ongoing efforts to balance community needs with development opportunities in San Antonio.