HomeMy WebLinkAboutStaff ReportCase No.:96-212
Applicant: Edward Froehling
STAFF REPORT
ITEM: Consideration of a Final Plat for .Shenandoah Phase Four, located south of Barron
Road across frgm Springbrook - Oakgrove Subdivision.
ITEM SUMMARY AND STAFF RECOMMENDATION: This plat consists of
13.645 acres and is being subdivided into 46 single family lots. The property is :currently
zoned R 1. A preliminary plat of this property was approved by Council in September of
last year. This .final plat matches: the preliminary plat that was approved. A staff review
was held for thisplat and a letter with the. comments from that meeting was forwarded to
the applicant. There were only a few concerns expressed, .none of which would have
required a Presubmission Conference. Due to the fact that the preliminary plat was
approved before streetscape requirements were adopted,. streetscape compliance is not
mandatory for this plat. 'However, staff has requested with other phases that the
developer voluntarily comply with streetscape along Barron Road. Staff recommends
approval of the final plat.
COUNCIL POLICYENDS STATEMENTS -The following Ends Statements may or
may not be met with.. the approval of this request. Council will decide, based on the
information in the staff report and any staff presentations,. whether these Ends Statements
will be met with this request.
Transportation/Mobility -Citizens benefit from the abilityao move into ,.out of,
and within College Station in a safe and efficient manner.
Parks.& Recreation.-Citizens benefit from parks space and recreational activities
which are geographically and demographically accessible and serve a diversity of
interests.
Health.& Public Safety -Citizens. benefit from a reasonably safe and secure
environment.
Educaton/Information -Citizens benefit from access to broad based information
and knowledge.
Quality Service -Citizens benefit from a reasonable`tax revenue: fgr`the value
and quality of service delivered.
Cultural. Arts -Citizens benefit from participation in the arts.
Ernployment/Prosperity -Citizens benefit from an environment that is conducive
to providing diverse. employment opportunities.
Civic Pride -Citizens. benefit from well planned, attractive residential end
commercial areas.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -Thee following are Goals and. Objectives from the City's
adopted Comprehensive Plan. Applicable ones are in bold.
Complies with Future Land Use Plan Map?: Yes
Development Goals and Objectives:
LAND USE
Protection of residential uses: This development is adjacent to
existing. and. proposed residential property..
Encourage use of vacant land w/ services: N/A
Avoid strip commercial: N/A
TRANSPORTATION
Provide majorarterials to prevent congestion: N/A
Adequate: pedestrian/bike movement: N/A
Ensure safety and :ease of maintenance:N/A
Location of streets based on function: Streets planned as part of
this plat are sized based on function.
Driveway access: Driveway access will be constructed with the
infrastructure of the' plat. Driveway locations have
been sited-and approved.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Compatible with environment:
Encourage retirees: N/A
Encourage tourism: N/A
PARKS AND RECREATION
Link parks by pathways and natural features: N/A
Combine parks with schools: N/A
HOUSING
Maintain integrity of existing supply: N/A
Encourage diversified housing;N/A
COMMUNITY APPEARANCE
Promote good site design: Streetscape has been encouraged along
Barron Road.
Prevent and eliminate unsightly conditions: N/A
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ENGINEERING COMMENTS -
Water - Water is available through existing lines that will be extended into the
subdivision.
Sewer - Sewer is available through existing lines that.will be extended into the
subdivision.
Streets - Streets are being provided in accordance with the master preliminary
plat.
Traffic -Traffic will be carried on streets provided in this phase and through the
existing'Shenandoah subdivision..
Drainage - Drainage is underground through pipes to a Common
ArealStormwater Detention facility. This' developer has been made
aware of he changes that occured in Brandon Heights Subdivision and
the same options have been made available to them.
Flood Plain - N/A
Sidewalks - .Sidewalks are provided on one side of Remington Circle, ~ernstown
Lane and .both sides of Decatur Drive.
Parkland Dedication -Parkland dedication was postponed .for Phase One, Two
and Three pending a decision by the Shenandoah Homeowner's
Association on dedication of the existing pool facility within the
subdivision: It is our understanding that the Shenandoah HOA desires
to retain the existing pool as private. The applicant will be required to
pay $34,200 in parkland dedication for all 4 phases,. prior to filing this
plat.
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE COMPLIANCE
The final plat complies with the City development policies and ordinances.
Oversize Request -Oversize is being requested on streets :(Decatur), storm
drainage, the 18" waterline along Barron Road, and a sanitary sewer.
Proposed Public Improvements -Streets, water lines, sewer lines,. storm drain,
and sidewalks.
Easement Dedications - As shown. on the plat.
ZONING ORDINANCE COMPLIANCE.
Proposed Used .Residential .(Low .density)
Does proposal comply with zoning ordinance regulations? Yes
Does proposal comply with Master Plan/Plat? Yes
NOTIFICATIONS
Legal Notice Publication(s):
Advertised Commission Hearing Date(s): 5/2/96
Advertised Council Hearing Dates: 5/23/96
Number of Notices Mailed to Property Owners Within 200': None required
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