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Agenda Item #12.2
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Consent Item
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Item Submitted By:
Molly Hitchcock, Staff Planner
Council Meeting Date:
November 15, 2001
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Item: Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on a rezoning for a
55.5014 tract of land located at 3500 University Drive East from M-1 Planned
Industrial to C-B Business Commercial.
Item Summary: The City of College Station and TAC Realty Inc. are requesting
this rezoning in order to prepare the property for future development. This
approximately 55.5 acre tract is proposed to have offices with an accessory day
care center, a bank with drive-through service, a hotel, conference center, and
performing arts center.
C-B is the most restrictive standard commercial zoning that would allow most of
the uses proposed. "Performing arts center" will be considered as an "other use"
at the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on November 8, 2001. The
30/60 Area Planning Study mentions PDDs "could be used to facilitate design
innovation and more intense commercial uses", but that "standard zoning
districts that permit... offices, and commercial uses that are conducive to
tourism" are appropriate.
The subject area is part of the former Texas Instruments (TI) property. The land
is undeveloped and has approximately 1707 feet of frontage on FM 60. Land to
the west and south (also former TI land, now Texas A&M) is zoned M-1 Planned
Industrial, and is partially developed. Land to the east is also undeveloped, but
is zoned A-O Agricultural Open. Across FM 60 to the north is the common
boundary between College Station and Bryan.
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Water will be extended to the property from the frontage road on Earl Rudder
Freeway. The extension of this utility to the east along FM 60 will support future
development of the tracts in the 30/60 area. The city will construct the
Copperfield Drive extension to the west of the subject property. Design of this
roadway should begin before the end of this year. It is anticipated that
construction will begin next August. Because of development in the area, the
cities of College Station and Bryan would like FM 60 to be expanded and
improved. There is currently a CIP in which it is hoped that both cities will be
participating to design the road's upgrade from a two-lane undivided to a four-
lane divided road. Actual improvements to FM 60 must be made by TxDOT, so
the cities are creating a design to expedite the upgrade process. It is projected
that the city will have a preliminary design and know the right-of-way needs in
eighteen months. TxDOT will be able to consider the project in approximately
five years. At the earliest, the upgrading of FM 60 may begin in eight years.
Comprehensive Plan Considerations: The 30/60 Area Planning Study was
adopted by City Council on April 26, 2001 to update the comprehensive plan for
the area in which the subject property is located. The subject area, the larger
tract of which it is a part, and neighboring property are designated Mixed Use.
The 30/60 addition to the comprehensive plan states that the mixed use in the
subject area and surrounds should emphasize uses such as office, commercial,
clean industrial, and high density residential.
As mentioned previously, the property has frontage on FM 60, which is an
existing major arterial on the Thoroughfare Plan. There are no planned
thoroughfares on the subject tract, but Linda Lane, a major collector, is
proposed to extend from HWY 30 to FM 60 to the west of the subject property.
Because this property will be developed before adjacent land, and because of
the City's interest in the development of this property as it has been proposed,
the City will extend utilities to and though the property to the west and through
the subject land. The utilities put in will be of sufficient capacity to handle the
businesses proposed for the land.
Strategic Plan Consideration: This project is part of the Council's 2002
Strategic Plan. There are four strategies planned to meet Vision Statement #7
Strong and Diverse Economic Environment. The strategy of enhancing the city's
tourism economy by evaluating policies directing tourism growth has an
implementation plan that includes developing the hotel conference center
project. The rezoning of the land is one of the first steps toward the site's
development.
Item Background: The subject property was annexed into the City Limits in
1979. At that time, the former TI property and the tract to the west were
annexed. Land to the east (to FM 158) was annexed a year later. The subject
property was rezoned to M-1 in 1979 for the former TI project.
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The area had, until recently, been considered one that was not receiving the
same level of development pressures as other, faster growing areas of the City.
However, in the past two years, the area has seen increased development
interest. This year, a site plan has been approved for the first phase of the
future Veterans Park. In 2000, the City approved additional C-2 zoning to
essentially double an existing C-2 development on Highway 158. Also in 2000, a
PDD-H was approved for a 59-unit townhouse development at the corner of
HWY 30 and Linda Lane, and a PDD-B was approved for a restaurant on HWY
30. In 1999, C-B zoning was approved for the northwest corner of Highways
158 and 30. Two churches have expanded their facilities and parking lots, and a
rural style convenience store was converted to a barbecue restaurant.
Commercial and residential development in Bryan is moving toward this area,
and Highway 158 is scheduled for a TxDOT widening project.
Related Board Actions: The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed this
request on October 18, 2001 and recommend approval. Meeting minutes are
attached.
Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the rezoning.
Council Action Options:
1. Approval of rezoning as submitted.
2. Approval with physical conditions that will mitigate negative impacts.
3. Denial.
4. Denial without prejudice (waives 180-day waiting period).
5. Table indefinitely.
6. Defer action to a specified date.
Supporting Materials:
1. Location Map
2. Infrastructure and Facilities
3. Permitted Uses in M- I and C-13
4. P&Z Meeting Minutes from October 18, 2001
5. Rezoning Ordinance
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INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES
Water: There currently exists a 12" waterline along SH 30, which extends to
FM 158. This line is only a one-way feed without the benefit of a loop. It must
also be taken into account that there is approximately a 100-ft elevation
difference in this area. The Wallace Group, a private consultant for the City,
has determined that creating a loop from Highway 6 back to the 12" line will
provide a sufficient water supply for this and future development in the area.
Sewer: There currently exists an 18" sewer line along the south side of SH 30.
The Wallace Group has determined that this line is sufficient for future
development in the area. Several extensions to this line will be made in order
to accommodate the 30/60 area.
Streets: FM 60 is an existing major arterial that is built to major collector
standards with a variable width ROW. To expedite the upgrading of FM 60,
there is a CIP to develop a design for FM 60 to be a four-lane, divided road.
Off-site Easements: It may be necessary to acquire offsite easements for
utility extensions and drainage. This will be examined closer at the platting
stage.
Drainage: This project will be required to comply with the Drainage Ordinance.
The majority of the drainage from this site will cross SH 30 with the exception of
a small area that drains west along FM 60. Several options for regional
detention have been discussed.
Flood Plain: There is no FEMA floodplain on this property. The site must
ensure it does not exacerbate flooding to downstream properties or
infrastructure. This site does impact the flood zone in the northeast corner of
Veterans Park.
Oversize request: N/A
Impact Fees: N/A
Existiniz M-1, Planned Industrial:
PURPOSE: This district is provided for
high technological, light manufacturing,
non-polluting industries, property
proportioned and designed for aesthetic
appeal, with controlled design of plant
exteriors and construction materials. Not
only site design and layout, but facades,
materials, lighting, and apparent
architectural aspects of the project are
subject to review and approval. All vehicle
access shall be paved. The M-1 District
may be compatible with adjacent uses in any
other district, depending upon the character
of the operation and the conditions imposed.
PERMITTED USES:
■ Research and development.
■ Laboratories.
■ Instrument and component
manufacturing.
■ Apparel manufacturing.
■ Rubber and plastics product
manufacturing.
■ Transportation component
manufacturing.
■ Printing and allied products.
■ Electrical machine manufacturing.
■ Fabricated metal products
manufacturing.
■ Office equipment and supplies
manufacturing.
■ Offices.
■ Warehousing.
■ Large recycling collection facilities.
■ Small recycling collection facilities.
■ Other uses will be considered by the
Commission.
Proposed C-B, Business Commercial
PURPOSE: This district is intended as an
alternative to general commercial districts in
areas where certain commercial uses may be
appropriate, but where more intensive uses
of the land may not be compatible with the
surrounding character. Only limited outside
business activity is allowed. Outside
business activity is defined as outside
display of merchandise for sale but does not
include outside storage of merchandise.
Outside business activity locations are
permitted only in areas no further than 50
feet from the building where the primary
business is located and are not allowed in
areas out in the parking lot. Outside
business activity is not permitted within 50
feet from any adjacent roadway. (As
amended by Ordinance No. 2220 dated
November 20, 1996)
PERMITTED USES:
■ Administrative/professional offices.
■ Alcoholic beverage sales (retail).
■ Art studio or gallery.
■ Cleaner (no on-site cleaning).
■ Dance or music school.
■ Domestic household and office
equipment rental.
■ Dormitory.
■ Financial institution.
■ Hotel/motel.
■ Personal service shop.
■ Radio or TV station or studio (no
towers).
■ Restaurant.
■ Retail sales.
■ Theater or motion picture house.
■ Veterinary hospitals. (As amended by
Ordinance No. 2356 dated October 22,
1998)
■ Other uses may be considered by the
Commission.
MINUTES
Planning and Zoning Commission
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS
October 18, 2001
7:00 P.M.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Commissioners Floyd, Happ, Hawthorne, Kaiser,
McMath, Trapani, and Williams.
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Maloney.
STAFF PRESENT: Assistant City Manager Brown, Economic Development
Director Foutz, Staff Planners Hitchcock, and Reeves,
Assistant City Engineer Mayo, Graduate Engineer
Thompson, Assistant City Attorney Nemcik, Director of
Development Services Callaway, City Planner Kee,
Transportation Planner Fogle, Neighborhood Services
Planning Intern Flannery, Action Center Coordinator
Tucker, and Staff Assistant Hazlett.
AGENDA ITEM NO. 6: Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on a rezoning for a
Hotel/Conference Center located in the Highway 30/60 area from M-1 Planned Industrial to C-B
Business Commercial. (00-216)
Commissioner McMath removed himself from participation in this agenda item.
Staff Planner Hitchcock presented the staff report. Ms. Hitchcock stated that Staff recommends
approval of the rezoning from M-1 to C-B. She explained that the discussion in the Staff Report
regarding a conference center, performing arts center, and accessory day care to be considered as other
uses appropriate for the C-B zoning district has been removed from this request. She continued by
explaining that the subject property is located in the 30/60 area. The property was annexed into the
City in 1979 and was rezoned M-1 for Texas Instruments the same year. If granted a C-B designation,
the property may development as a number of things, including offices, dorms, studios, and
restaurants. Ms. Hitchcock stated that The City of College Station, the Brazos Valley Arts Cancel, and
the Adams Corporation are planning a hotel/conference center, performing arts center, offices with a
day care, and a bank with drive-through services for the tract. The 30/60 Study designates the area as
mixed use and mentions that the subject area should emphasize uses such as office, commercial, clean
industrial, and high density residential. Additionally, the proposed C-B is a restrictive commercial
zoning that would help meet the intent of mixed use in this area. The subject property has frontage on
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FM60, which is an existing major arterial on the Thoroughfare Plan. In closing, Ms. Hitchcock stated
that there are no planned thoroughfares on the subject tract, but Linda Lane, a major collector, is
proposed to extend from HWY 30 to FM 60.
Chairman Floyd asked if there was a reason the Commission should consider a PDD-B and if other
designs and issues that would normally be considered in a PDD will be explored since there is more
concern regarding site plans and details than is normally considered in a C-B district.. Ms. Hitchcock
stated that Staff believes the C-B zoning would meet the intent of the recommended use for the area by
the 30/60 Study which is more conducive to tourism and that it is encouraged. The PDD is for more
intense uses.
Commissioner Kaiser asked if the conference center plans do not come to fruition, what would be an
appropriate and consistent use for this area under this type of zoning and which of the two zoning
would give the City greater flexibility. He added that down-zoning would be difficult. Kim Foutz,
Economic Development Director, stated that the City is working with a designer on a site plan. She
briefly explained some of the contract details, both for the City and the Adam Corporation. She
mentioned that a 250,000 - 300,000 square foot office building will be constructed on this site whether
or not the conference center is actually built. Ms. Foutz explained that a PDD application was
considered, but the City is unable to meet the default clauses.
Chairman Floyd opened the public hearing.
John Hamilton, 4400 Carter Creek, and representative of the property owners, stated that he concurs
with the zoning that has been recommended by Staff for this property and believes it is appropriate.
Chairman Floyd closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Williams motioned to approve the C-B zoning. Commissioner Trapani seconded the
motion. The motion carried 6-0-1. (Commissioner McMath abstained from voting.)
APPROVED:
Chairman, Rick Floyd
ATTEST:
Staff Assistant, Susan Hazlett
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