Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Request by Michael Curran for Approval of a Rehabilitation Level Historic Neighborhood Improvement Zone Program Tax Exemption (Level II) for the Property Located at 408 Brook Lane.
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in Downtown McKinney
MEETING DATE: March 5, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Development Services - Planning Department
CONTACT: Rayna Alam, Historic Preservation Planner
Cassie Bumgarner, Planning Manager
RECOMMENDED HPAB ACTION:
* Staff recommends approval of the request
ITEM SUMMARY:
* The applicant requests approval of a Rehabilitation level HNIZ Program tax Exemption for the property located at 408 Brook Lane.
* To be eligible for a tax exemption incentive under the HNIZ Program, residential properties must meet the minimum eligibility requirements of the program, along with specific criteria for the requested incentive level.
* Staff has reviewed the request and has found that it meets the minimum eligibility requirements of the HNIZ Program for a Rehabilitation Level exemption (Level II).
* Specifically, the criteria for a Rehabilitation Level incentive are as follows:
o The residential structure is at least 40 years old.
* The home was built circa 1960.
o The owner receives a Letter of Eligibility from the City of McKinney verifying that the proposed improvements qualify for a rehabilitation incentive.
* Staff met with the homeowner in person on July 24, 2025. The homeowner thought the meeting completed the Letter of Eligibility requirement.
o A minimum investment of $10,000 in building improvements for the property has been demonstrated within 12 months of receipt of Letter of Eligibility.
* Within the previous 3 years, the owners have completed rehabilitation efforts to the structure totaling $11,085, including:
o Downflow furnace replacement & repair (HVAC)
o Electrical install & repair, updated wiring, component replacement, panel adjustment
o Sewer line repair
o Plumbing repair
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