City of Baytown, TX
10/08/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/08/2025 14:48
1010 Bob Smith Road - Special Use Permit (ZP25060053)
Requested Action
The applicant is requesting a Special Use Permit (SUP) to allow the construction and operation of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on an approximately 9-acre site located within the Suburban Residential (SR) Zoning District.
Applicants
Nicolas Diaz, Balanced Rock Power.
Subject Area
The subject site, legally described as Tracts 21, 21A, 22, 23, and 24, Abstract 709, JW Singleton, Harris County, Texas.
Parcel(s) Information
- Current Use: Single family residence
- Proposed Use: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
- Future Land Use Plan: Low Density Residential
Background
The proposed project site consists of four parcels, all of which contain single-family homes that were built at least 55 years ago. The applicant is requesting a Special Use Permit (SUP) to allow the construction and operation of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on approximately 9 acres of land. The approval of the Special Use Permit (SUP) will permit the proposed BESS facility and will ensure compliance with all city code of ordinances and any applicable state and federal regulations.
Typical SUP Process
Application is submitted
The property owner or their representative submits a formal application and begins the special use permit process.
Application is advertised
The SUP request is advertised in accordance with state and local requirements. This typically includes mailing notices to neighbors, posting signs on the property, creating a project Newsflash on the City's website and advertising it in the newspaper.
Public Hearing and Recommendation
Planning and Zoning Commission holds a Public Hearing and votes on a recommendation to City Council. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing.
Final Public Hearing & Action
City Council holds the final Public Hearing and votes the final decision. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing. This is the final step.
Contact Project Manager
Tim Chi
Planner, City of Baytown
Phone: 281-420-5338
Email Tim Chi
Important Dates
- Public Hearing (Planning & Zoning Commission) - October 21, 2025 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
- Online City Council Comment Period Closes - October 16, 2025
- Public Hearing and Consideration of Ordinance (City Council) - October 23, 2025 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
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