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PDD OR P-MUD CONCEPT PLAN
STAFF REPORT
Project Manager: Jennifer Reeves Date: 03-02-04
E-mail: jreeves@cstx.gov
For
CASTLEGATE SEC 6 (CON) (04-00500049)
A Concept Plan shall be required prior to any development of property zoned Planned
Development District (PDD).
Zoning District: PDD Planned Development District
Approved Land Uses: Single family, public and private parks, and open space
Location: 10.80 acres North side of Greens Prairie Road, just west of Castlegate Drive.
Applicant: Greens Prairie Investors, Ltd.
Item Summary: The developer wishes to continue the development as it was originally
envisioned and implemented in the previous Sections 1-5 of the Castlegate Subdivision.
The Planned Development District is the only available district that provides for the
meritorious modifications of the regulations.
Allowable building heights are listed from 15 to 35 feet. Requested building setbacks are
requested as follows (LIDO standards follow in parenthesis):
Front: 20' minimum, (25')
Side: 7.5' (7.5')
Side Street: 15' (15')
Rear: 20' for lots > 100' in depth (20')
15' for lots < 100' in depth (20')
Minimum lot dimensions for lots that are located adjacent to the floodplain or greenway
areas are proposed as follows:
Minimum Lot Area: 8000 SF (5000 SF)
Minimum Lot Width: 50' at front or rear setback line (50')
35' at street right-of-way
Minimum Lot Depth: 101' (100')
Street pavement width for residential streets are proposed as follows:
24' width for cul-de-sac streets (27')
27' width for other residential streets (27')
Parks and Recreation Board Recommendations: The Parks Board has previously
approved the Castlegate Master Plan for parkland dedication.
Greenways Program Manager Recommendations: The developer has also worked
with the Greenways Program Manager to finalize plans for dedicating a 5.3-acre
greenway area in another portion of Castlegate.
Administrator Recommendations: The administrator recommends approval of the
plan as submitted.
Review Criteria:
1. The proposal will constitute an environment of sustained stability and will be in
harmony with the character of the surrounding area;
2. The proposal is in conformity with the policies, goals, and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan, and any subsequently adopted Plans, and will be consistent
with the intent and purpose of this Section;
3. The proposal is compatible with existing or permitted uses on abutting sites and will
not adversely affect adjacent development;
4. Every dwelling unit need not front on a public street but shall have access to a public
street directly or via a court, walkway, public area, or area owned by a homeowners
association;
5. The development includes provision of adequate public improvements, including, but
not limited to, parks, schools, and other public facilities;
6. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, welfare, or
materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and
7. The development will not adversely affect the safety and convenience of vehicular,
bicycle, or pedestrian circulation in the vicinity, including traffic reasonably expected
to be generated by the proposed use and other uses reasonably anticipated in the
area considering existing zoning and land uses in the area.
Minimum Requirements: Unless otherwise indicated in the approved Concept Plan, the
minimum requirements for this development shall be those stated in the Unified
Development Ordinance for R-1 Single Family Residential
Attachments:
1. Application
2. Concept Plan
3. Planning and Zoning minutes from the March 18, 2004 meeting
STAFF REPORT
Project Manager: Jennifer Reeves Date: 03-04-04
Email: jreeves@cstx.gov
Item: Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on a Rezoning for Phase 6
of the Castlegate Subdivision from A-O Agricultural Open to PDD Planned
Development District, consisting of 10.80 acres generally located on the north
side of Greens Prairie Road, just west of Castlegate Drive.
Applicant: Greens Prairie Investors, Ltd.
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of the zone request as
submitted.
Item Summary: The proposed Planned Development District is for a single
family integrated residential community with amenities that provide for an
enhanced quality of life. The PDD District is the only available district that
provides for the meritorious modifications of the regulations that allows for the
developer to continue the development as it was originally envisioned and
implemented in the previous Sections 1-5 of the Castlegate Subdivision.
The Design Review Board will be reviewing the concept plan with the meritorious
modifications on March 26th.
The property to the south and west is zoned A-O, Agricultural Open, and
undeveloped. The property to the north and east is Castlegate Subdivision that is
already zoned PDD and under construction.
Comprehensive Plan Considerations: The Land Use Plan shows the subject
area as medium density single family residential (3-6 dwelling units per acre).
The Master Development Plan shows residential development for the area with a
density of 3-4 dwelling units per acre. The proposed single family housing is in
compliance with the Land Use Plan, thus staff is recommending approval of the
zone change.
Item Background: This area was annexed into the City of College Station city
limits in 1995, and is currently not platted.
Related Advisory Board Recommendations: The proposed concept plan will
go to the (DRB) Design Review Board for approval of design standards once the
zoning is in place.
The Parks Board has previously approved the Castlegate Master Plan for
parkland dedication.
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The developer has also worked with the Greenways Program Manager to finalize
plans for dedicating a 5.3-acre greenway area in another portion of Castlegate.
Commission Action Options: The Commission acts as a recommending body
on the question of rezoning, which will be ultimately decided by City Council.
The Commission options are:
1. Recommend approval of rezoning as submitted;;
2. Recommend denial;
3. Table indefinitely; or,
4. Defer action to a specified date.
Supporting Materials:
1. Location Map
2. Application
3. Infrastructure and Facilities
4. Purpose and Intent Statement
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INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES
Water: There is an existing 12" water main on the south side of Castlegate
Drive. The development of Section 5 of Castlegate will bring an 8" water line to
the property.
Sewer: There is an existing 12" sewer main on the south side of Castlegate
Drive. The development of Section 5 of Castlegate will bring an 8" sewer line to
the property.
Streets: Greens Prairie Road is a minor arterial.
Off-site Easements: Could be required if this Phase develops before Phase 5 of
Castlegate.
Drainage: Drainage will be to Spring Creek. A regional detention pond was
constructed to offset post-development drainage impacts to downstream areas.
Flood Plain: The limits of the detailed study by FEMA stop just north of this
tract.
Oversize request: None requested at this time.
Impact Fees: The property is located in the Spring Creek Sewer Impact Fee
Area (97-01). Impact fees will be due at time of Plat.
NOTIFICATION:
Legal Notice Publication(s): The Eagle; 03-02-04 and 03-23-04
Advertised Commission Hearing Dates(s): 03-18-04
Advertised Council Hearing Dates: 04-08-04
Number of Notices Mailed to Property Owners Within 200': 28
Response Received: None as of date of staff report
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Castlegate Section 6
PDD Concept Plan Presentation
The applicant is proposing to continue the development of Castlegate
Subdivision. The meritorious modifications will mirror the previous
phases that have already been developed.
Staffs recommendation is for approval as submitted. The Planning Zoning
Commission as well as the Council has unanimously recommended for
approval.
(Comprehensive Plan Considerations:)
The proposed single family housing is in compliance with the land use plan.
The land use plan shows the subject area as medium density single family
residential with a corresponding density of 3-6 dwelling units per acre. The
Master Development Plan shows this area as residential development with a
density of 3-4 dwelling units per acre.
• The Master Development Plan for Castlegate was adopted prior to this
thoroughfare addition, however it will be dealt with on any future
development that is to the west of this site.
• The FEMA Flood Study ends at this property. This will be dealt with
at the platting stage,