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Regular Meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday, July 19, 2007,
(4ijat 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
College Station City Hall
1101 Texas Avenue
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COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Harold Strong, Derek Dictson, Marsha Sanford and
Glenn Schroeder.
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Chairman John Nichols, Bill Davis and Dennis
Christiansen.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: None.
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Staff Planners Crissy Hartl and Jason Schubert, Senior
Planners Lindsay Boyer and Jennifer Prochazka, Transportation Planner Ken Fogle,
Graduate Civil Engineers Carol Cotter and Josh Norton, Assistant City Engineer Alan
Gibbs, Director Bob Cowell, Assistant Director Lance Simms, Planning Administrator
Molly Hitchcock, First Assistant City Attorney Carla Robinson, Information Services
Representatives Mandi Luedcke and Carrie McHugh, Staff Assistants Brittany Korthauer
and Lisa Lindgren.
1. Call meeting to order.
Acting Chairman Harold Strong called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
2. Hear Citizens.
Victor Drozd, 4710 Westminster, Bryan, Texas; Frank Thurmond, 3015 Glen
Eagle, Bryan, Texas and Randal Pitcock, 2220 Rockingham, College Station,
Texas; spoke in reference to the ad printed in The Eagle that was submitted by
The Builders of Brazos County regarding property in the ETJ (ad attached).
Citizens spoke in opposition of limiting lot size in the ETJ. The citizens'
concerns were that they wanted to be kept in the loop and protection of the
environment.
3. Consent Agenda.
3.1 Consideration, discussion and possible action on Absence Requests from
meetings.
❖ Derek Dictson—August 2, 2007 —Workshop &Regular Meeting
❖ Dennis Christiansen—July 19, 2007- Workshop & Regular Meeting
July 19, 2007 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 4
3.2 Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting
Minutes.
• July 5, 2007 - Workshop Meeting Minutes
July 5, 2007 —Regular Meeting Minutes
3.3 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a final plat for North
Forest Estates consisting of 26 lots on 9.86 acres located at 2050 North
Forest Parkway, just east of Earl Rudder Freeway South. Case #06-
00500222 (CH)
3.4 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Vacating Plat and Final
Plat for Williams Creek Phase 5, consisting of 19 lots on 28.8 acres, and
generally located southeast of the intersection of William D. Fitch
Parkway and Rock Prairie Road. Case#07-00500107 (JP)
3.5 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a revised Preliminary Plat
for Greens Prairie Center consisting of 7 lots on 82.175 acres located at
the southwest corner of State Highway 40 and State Highway 6. Case
#07-00500133 (JS)
3.6 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a final plat for Carter's
Crossing Phase 3 consisting of 42 lots on 12.37 acres located at 2075
North Forest Parkway, in the general vicinity of Appomattox Drive and
North Forest Parkway. Case#07-00500144 (CH)
3.7 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Preliminary Plat for the
Castle Rock Subdivision consisting of 292 lots and 21 common areas on
76.654 acres, generally located north of the Castlegate Subdivision across
William D. Fitch Parkway. Case#07-00500132 (MH)
Commissioner Dictson mentioned that there was one correction that needed to be
made in the packet. The attachment in the packet for his absence request for
August 2, 2007, is incorrect.
Commissioner Schroeder motioned to approve the Consent Agenda with the
correction that the correct absence request listed on the agenda replaces the
absence request placed in the packet. Commissioner Sanford seconded the
motion, motion passed (4-0).
Regular Agenda
4. Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the
Consent Agenda by Commission action.
No items were removed.
July 19, 2007 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4
5. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on Variance Requests to the
Subdivision Regulations, Section 8-I.2 —Utility Easements, Section 8-J.2 —Block
Length, and Section 8-M - Sidewalks and presentation, possible action, and
discussion on a Preliminary Plat for 2818 Place Subdivision consisting of 2 lots
on 43.63 acres located at 1300 Harvey Mitchell Parkway South. Case #07-
00500135 (LB)
Lindsay Boyer, Senior Planner, presented the Variance Requests and the
Preliminary Plat and recommended approval of both should the Variance
Requests be approved by the Commission.
Randal Siemann, Engineer, 1001 West Loop South, Houston, Texas. Mr.
Siemann was called upon by the Commission to answer questions in general
regarding the project.
Ken Fogle, Transportation Planner, was called upon by the Commission to answer
questions in general regarding the flow of traffic on FM 2818 near the project.
Commissioner Dictson motioned to approve the Variance Requests as
submitted by Staff. Commissioner Sanford seconded the motion, motion
passed (4-0).
Commissioner Schroeder motioned to approve the Preliminary Plat as
submitted by staff. Commissioner Sanford seconded the motion, motion
passed (4-0).
6. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a rezoning from
A-O Agricultural-Open to R-1 Single-Family Residential for 1 lot on 4.4371 acres
located at 14060 Renee Lane, generally located northwest of the Baron Road and
Renee Lane intersection. Case#07-00500139 (CH)
Crissy Hartl, Staff Planner, presented the Rezoning and stated that it was in
Compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval.
Commissioner Schroeder motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning
to City Council. Commissioner Sanford seconded the motion, motion passed
(4-0).
7. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a rezoning for
Horse Haven Estates from A-O Agricultural Open to R-1 Single-Family
Residential, consisting of 11.904 acres, located at 2691 Horse Haven Lane east of
the intersection of Horse Haven Lane and Earl Rudder Freeway South. Case #07-
00500141 (JP)
Jennifer Prochazka, Senior Planner, presented the Rezoning stating that it was in
compliance with the Land Use Plan and recommended approval.
Jane Kee, IPS Group, College Station, Texas and Alton Ofczarzak, Developer,
4816 Close Quarter, College Station, Texas. Ms. Kee and Mr. Ofczarzak were
called upon by the Commission to answer questions in general of the project.
July 19, 2007 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 4
Ron Griffin, 6421 Windwood; Sherry Ellison, 2705 Broadway Drive; Kevin
Davis, 2607 Broadway Drive; John Ellison, 2705 Broadway Drive Herman
Wilson, 2705 Horsehaven Lane; Burt Herman, 2710 Horsehaven Lane, all of
College Station, Texas. All of the individuals spoke in opposition to the
Rezoning. Some of the concerns were the opening of Switch Station Road, traffic
flow, opening Appomattox Drive, lot size, parkland dedication in lieu of fees,
lighting for the parking lot, neighborhood integrity, connectivity and highway
frontage.
Jennifer Prochazka, Senior Planner and Ken Fogle, Transportation Planner, were
called upon by the Commission to answer additional questions by the
Commission. Most of the questions were concerning the flow of traffic and an
update of the East Side Transportation Study.
Commissioner Dictson motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning to
City Council. Commissioner Sanford seconded the motion, motion passed
(4-0).
8. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items — A Planning and Zoning
Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A
statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may
be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on
an agenda for a subsequent meeting.
Commissioner Dictson mentioned that he would like a workshop regarding the
topic of the ETJ.
It was mentioned that this topic is scheduled for the August 16, 2007, workshop
agenda.
9. Adjourn.
Commissioner Dictson motioned to adjourn. Commissioner Sanford
seconded the motion, motion passed (4-0).
Meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
Approved:
Jo ► chols, Chairman
Planning and Zoning Commission
Attest:
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Lisa Lindgren, Staff Assist
Planning and Development Services
July 19, 2007 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 4
1
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday, November 16, 2006
at 7:00 p.m.
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Council Chambers
College Station City Hall
1101 Texas Avenue
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COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Acting Chairman Dennis Christiansen, Harold
Strong, Marsha Sanford and Glenn Schroeder.
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Chairman John Nichols, Bill Davis and Derek
Dictson.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: David Ruesink.
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Staff Planners Crissy Hartl, Grant Wencel, Jason Schubert,
and Jennifer Reeves, Senior Planner Jennifer Prochazka, Planning Administrator Molly
Hitchcock, Transportation Planner Ken Fogle, Sr. Assistant City Engineer Alan Gibbs,
Graduate Civil Engineers Carol Cotter and Josh Norton, Acting Director Lance Simms,
Staff Assistants Lisa Lindgren and Mandi Alford, Assistant City Attorney Carla
Robinson, Information Services Representatives Brian Cooke, and Deputy City Manager
Terry Childers.
1. Call meeting to order.
Acting Chairman Dennis Christiansen called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. Hear Citizens.
No one spoke during the item.
3. Consent Agenda.
3.1 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Preliminary Plat for
Creek Meadow Subdivision consisting of 1006 lots on 277 acres located at
Greens Prairie Road West in the general vicinity of Greens Prairie Trail
between the Wellborn Oaks and Royder Ridge subdivisions in the City's
Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction(ETJ). Case#06-00500220 (LB)
3.2 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat for North
Forest Estates consisting of 26 lots on 9.86 acres located at 2050 North
Forest Parkway. Case#06-500222 (JR)
P&Z Regular Minutes November 16, 2006 Page 1 of 4
3.3 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a final plat for Gateway
Phase 4 consisting of 1 lot on 7.59 acres located at 100 Forest Drive,
generally located on the north side of University Drive, west of the
Gateway Villas. Case#06-500223 (CH)
3.4 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat for Southern
Trace Phase 2 consisting of 59 lots on 14.31 acres located at Wellborn
Road in the general vicinity of the intersection of Barron Road and
William D. Fitch Parkway. Case #06-500221 (LB)
3.5 Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting
minutes.
* October 5, 2006, Workshop Minutes
* October 5, 2006, Regular Minutes
* November 2, 2006, Workshop Minutes
* November 2, 2006, Regular Minutes
3.6 Consideration, discussion and possible action on request for absence from
meetings.
* Bill Davis- November 16, 2006, Workshop & Regular Meeting
Acting Chairman Dennis Christiansen stated that Consent Agenda Items 3.1 and 3.2
were pulled from the Agenda and would not be heard at the meeting.
Commissioner Strong motioned to approve the Consent Agenda excluding Consent
Agenda Items 3.1 and 3.2. Commissioner Sanford seconded the motion, motion
passed (4-0).
Regular Agenda
4. Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the Consent
Agenda by Commission action.
No items were removed from the Consent Agenda.
5. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Master Plan for Great Oaks
consisting of 224.5 acres located at Rock Prairie Road West and Great Oaks Drive
in the City's Extra-territorial Jurisdiction. Case #06-500237 (CH)
Crissy Hartl, Staff Planner, presented the Master Plan stating that it was in
compliance with the City's regulations and recommended approval.
P&Z Regular Minutes November 16, 2006 Page 2 of 4
Mr. Christiansen stated that although this was not scheduled for a public hearing
that he would allow citizens to speak on the item.
Carla Robinson, First Assistant City Attorney, gave a short presentation on the
requirements and restrictions regarding the ETJ.
Nancy Linger, 1502 Feather Run Circle, College Station, Texas; Fred Anderholm,
2208 Quail Run, College Station, Texas; Sandy Felderhoff, 1817 Quail Run,
College Station, Texas; Ann Hazen, 1309 Wilshire Court, College Station, Texas;
Kenneth Esterak, 11854 Great Oaks, College Station, Texas; Ed Hard, 11760
Duran, College Station, Texas; Thomas Strganac, 11701 Durrand Street, College
Station, Texas; spoke in opposition to the Master Plan. The majority of the
concerns for the project were regarding increased traffic and the current road
conditions.
Doug Johnson, 1508 Quail Nest, College Station, Texas. Mr. Johnson stated that
he appreciated the Commissions attempt to try and look out for the citizens and do
the right thing with the Master Development Plan. He also stated that he hoped
that something can be worked out.
Steve Arden, 311 Cecelia Loop, College Station, Texas. Mr. Arden addressed
comments and concerns stated by the citizens.
Larry Degeleman, 2206 Quail Run, College Station, Texas. Mr. Degeleman
questioned why a connection could not be made at Abate Road.
Staff Planner Crissy Hartl and Transportation Planner Ken Fogle were called upon
by the Commission to address a few of the comments made by some of the
citizens.
Commissioner Schroeder motioned to deny the Master Plan as presented.
Commissioner Strong seconded the motion, motion passed (3-1).
Commissioners Strong, Sanford and Schroeder were in favor of the motion;
Acting Chairman Christiansen opposed the motion.
6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Variance Request to Subdivision
Regulations Section 12-K Blocks and a presentation, possible action, and
discussion on a preliminary plat for Bradley Estates consisting of 14 lots on 48.34
acres generally located south of River Road on Whites Creek Road in the City's
Extra-territorial Jurisdiction. Case#06-500209 (CH/GW/CC)
Ms. Hartl presented the Variance Request stating that the request was in
Compliance of the Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval, if the
Variance Request was approved.
P&Z Regular Minutes November 16, 2006 Page 3 of 4
Commissioner Strong motioned to approve the Variance Request as
submitted. Commissioner Sanford seconded the motion, motion passed (4-0).
Commissioner Sanford motioned to approve the Preliminary Plat.
Commissioner Schroeder seconded the motion, motion passed (4-0).
7. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on an amendment to
the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) regarding the applicability of
development plats in the City of College Station and its extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Case# 05-500209 (MH)
Molly Hitchcock, Planning Administrator, presented the amendment to the Unified
Development Ordinance.
No one spoke at the public hearing.
Commissioner Sanford motioned to accept the amendment as presented by
staff. Commissioner Schroeder seconded the motion, motion passed (4-0).
8. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items - A Planning and Zoning
Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A
statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be
given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an
agenda for a subsequent meeting.
No future agenda items were discussed.
9. Adjourn.
Commissioner Strong motioned to adjourn. Commissioner Sanford
seconded the motion, motion passed (4-0).
Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Approved:
Jo'1 ichols, Chairman
Planning and Zoning Commission
Attes :
altt, CiliniOeVtd
Lisa Lindgren, Staff Assistant
Planning and Development Services
P&Z Regular Minutes November 16, 2006 Page 4 of 4