To: Aaron Rector, City Manager
From: Kalvin Eddleman, Planner I
Subject:
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Consider a resolution approving a mural at Luna Loco, located on a portion of Lots 2 and 3, Block 5, Keller, City Addition, being .11-acres at 228 South Main Street, located on the west side of U.S. Hwy 377 and zoned Old Town Keller (OTK). Keller Main 222 LLC, Owner/Applicant. (MURAL-2609-0001)
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Background:
The applicant is requesting approval of two existing murals located on the southern elevation of the Luna Loco restaurant at 228 South Main Street. Both murals are situated within the outdoor patio area on the south side of the building. Photos of both murals are included in the attached applicant packet.
Section 9.05 of the Unified Development Code (UDC) states that the following guidelines apply in zoning districts where murals may be considered:
a. Private murals are permitted in the Katy Road, Retail, OTK and Town Center Zoning Districts with approval from City Council following a recommendation by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Where permitted, the following applies:
1) Shall not include any owner identification or commercial text message; however, it may contain graphics or images that relates to the products or services offered on the premises where the mural is located.
2) Murals or art representation displaying any owner identification or commercial text message will be considered as a "flat/wall sign".
3) Shall not depict nudity or obscene images and be generally acceptable for viewing by all audiences.
4) Materials utilized in painting a mural shall have proven durability and shall be maintained or removed if not maintained.
Citizen Input:
A Mural application does not require a public hearing, so no public hearing notifications were sent out to the surrounding property owners for this request. The public will have an opportunity to speak on this agenda item at the “Persons To Be Heard”.
Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At the October 27, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, Commissioners recommended approval of the mural by a vote of 6-1.
Alternatives:
The City Council has the following options when considering a Mural application request:
§ Approve as submitted.
§ Approve with modified or additional condition(s).
§ Table the agenda item to a specific date with clarification of intent and purpose.
§ Deny.