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The McKinney City Council will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2026, regarding a specific use permit request for fuel sales and passenger vehicles at the northwest corner of Bloomdale Road and Hardin Boulevard.
Cody Esparza· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team
September 12, 20261 min read
The McKinney City Council will address a specific use permit request during its regular meeting on September 15, 2026.
Officials will conduct a public hearing to consider, discuss, and act on the application.
The request seeks approval for fuel sales and passenger vehicles, specifically 7-Eleven.
The proposed site occupies the northwest corner of Bloomdale Road and Hardin Boulevard.
An accompanying ordinance will be reviewed alongside the permit application.
Council members will evaluate the specific use permit request during the scheduled hearing.
A final determination regarding the proposal will follow the public discussion period.
City Council Regular Meeting (2026-09-15). Retrieved from https://mckinney.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=30773
Cody Esparza· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team
Cody Esparza covers McKinney city hall, the council, and county government.
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