Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Site Plan for Religious Assembly (McKinney Islamic Association), Located at 5301, 5311, and 5321 Virginia Parkway
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Direction for Strategic and Economic Growth
(1C: Provide a strong city economy by facilitating a balance between industrial, commercial, residential, and open space)
MEETING DATE: July 14, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Development Services - Planning Department
CONTACT: Jake Bennett, PMP, Planner II
Caitlyn Strickland, AICP, Planning Manager
Lucas Raley, AICP, CNU-A, CFM, Director of Planning
APPROVAL PROCESS: The recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration on August 4, 2026.
It should be noted that the zoning for the property was established by PD Ordinance No. 1997-05-34. The applicant is not requesting a change in zoning and is only requesting approval of a site plan. Staff has reviewed the site plan and found it to be in compliance with the PD Ordinance and all other development requirements applicable to the proposed project. Under Texas law, the governing body responsible for approving site plans has the ministerial function of approving those plans that comply with the zoning and development requirements of the city.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed site plan with the following condition:
Prior to issuance of a building permit:
1. The applicant satisfy the conditions as shown on the Standard Conditions for Site Plan Approval Checklist, attached.
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL DATE: October 6, 2025 (Original Application)
March 9, 2026 (Revised Submittal)
April 9, 2026 (Revised Submittal)
April 21, 2026 (Revised Submittal)
ITEM SUMMARY: The applicant is proposing to develop a religious assembly use (McKinney Islamic Association) that totals approximately 32,573 square feet across three buildings.
Typically, site plans are approved at the staff level; however, the existing “PD” - Planned Development Zoning District for the subject property requires that a site plan be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council and approved according to the procedures of the Zoning Ordinance.
PLATTING STATUS: The subject property is currently unplatted. A minor plat of the subject property must be approved prior to the commencement of any development activity on the subject property.
EXISTING ZONING AND LAND USES:
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Location |
Zoning District (Permitted Land Uses) |
Existing Land Use |
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Subject Property |
“PD” - Planned Development District (Commercial Uses) |
Undeveloped Land |
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North |
“PD” - Planned Development District (Residential Uses) |
Brookview 1 Subdivision |
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South |
“PD” - Planned Development District (Residential Uses) |
Stone Brook Crossing 1 Subdivision |
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East |
“PD” - Planned Development District (Commercial Uses) |
General Office and Medical Clinic |
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West |
“C1” - Neighborhood Commercial District (Commercial Uses) |
Assisted Living Facility |
ACCESS/CIRCULATION:
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Adjacent Streets: |
Virginia Parkway, 6-Lane Right-of-Way, Major Arterial South Crutcher Crossing, Collector Roadway |
PARKING: The applicant has satisfied the minimum parking requirements as specified within Section 206E (Vehicle Parking and Loading) of the Unified Development Code.
LOADING SPACES: The applicant has satisfied the minimum loading space requirements as specified within Section 206E (Vehicle Parking and Loading) of the Unified Development Code.
SOLID WASTE CONTAINERS: The sanitation container screening walls will be brick, stone masonry or other architectural masonry finish, including a metal gate, primed and painted, and the sanitation container screening walls, gate, and pad site will be constructed in accordance with the City of McKinney Design Specifications. The applicant has provided the required notation on the proposed site plan.
LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS: The applicant has satisfied all landscaping requirements as specified in Section 206A (Landscaping) of the Unified Development Code.
SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: The applicant has provided the required notation stating that all mechanical, heating, and air conditioning equipment shall be screened from the public right-of-way and from adjacent residential properties. The applicant has properly screened the sanitation container and has satisfied the minimum requirements as specified in Section 206C (Screening) of the Unified Development Code.
LIGHTING AND GLARE REGULATIONS: The applicant will be responsible for complying with Chapter 58 (Lighting and Glare Regulations) of the City of McKinney Code of Ordinances. The applicant has provided the required notation stating that the lighting will be in conformance to the requirements of the City of McKinney Code of Ordinances on the site plan.
ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS: The applicant will be responsible for meeting all applicable requirements of Section 206F (Architectural Standards) of the Unified Development Code. Architectural building elevations are subject to review and approval by the Chief Building Official, prior to issuance of a building permit.
TREE PRESERVATION ORDINANCE: The applicant will be responsible for complying with the Tree Preservation Ordinance. The applicant has submitted a tree survey, subject to review and approval of the City’s Landscape Architect.
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS:
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Sidewalks: |
Required along Virginia Parkway and South Crutcher Crossing |
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Hike and Bike Trails: |
Not Required |
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Road Improvements: |
All road improvements necessary for this development, and as determined by the City Engineer |
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Utilities: |
All utilities necessary for this development, and as determined by the City Engineer |
Discussion: Under the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance, the applicant will be required to construct all necessary public improvements prior to filing the accompanying plat, unless otherwise specified in an approved facilities agreement.
DRAINAGE: The applicant will be responsible for all drainage associated with the subject property, and for compliance with the Storm Water Ordinance, which may require on-site detention. Grading and drainage plans are subject to review and approval by the City Engineer, prior to issuance of a building permit.
FEES:
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Roadway Impact Fees: |
Applicable (Ordinance No. 2020-12-091) |
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Utility Impact Fees: |
Applicable (Ordinance No. 2020-12-092) |
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Median Landscape Fees: |
Not Applicable |
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Park Land Dedication Fees: |
Not Applicable |
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Pro-Rata: |
As determined by the City Engineer |
OPPOSITION TO OR SUPPORT OF REQUEST: Staff has received no letters of support to this request and no letters of opposition. This does not include emails or letters that may have been sent directly to members of the Council or Commission. Staff has not received any citizen comments through the online citizen portal.