CouncilTrac · Matter
Temporary use permit for a portable classroom building at 2100 Copper Ridge Drive (RISD)
What this is
Richardson ISD is asking the city to approve a temporary use permit, under Article XXIII-A of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to place a portable building at 2100 Copper Ridge Drive for classroom use.
Why it matters
Approving the permit would allow RISD to house classroom activities in a portable structure at this location on a temporary basis.
Council action
Motion to approve the request as presented
Moved by Ken Hutchenrider. Seconded by Arefin Shamsul.
7 yes · 0 no
The approved minutes report the tally without a name-by-name roll call.
Timeline
- July 9, 2026 Agenda posted — March 23, 2026 meeting
- March 23, 2026 Vote taken — March 23, 2026 meeting · Approved 7-0
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — March 23, 2026
Approve temporary use permit
Official agenda language
CONSIDER A REQUEST BY THE RICHARDSON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR APPROVAL OF A TEMPORARY USE PERMIT AS ESTABLISHED UNDER ARTICLE XXIII-A OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR A PORTABLE BUILDING TO HOUSE CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES LOCATED AT 2100 COPPER RIDGE DRIVE.
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