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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutesMINUTES Planning and Zoning Commission CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1101 Texas Avenue February 20, 2003 7:00 P.M. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Commissioners Floyd, Trapani, Williams, McMath, Shafer and White. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Commissioner Hall. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Hazen and Maloney. STAFF PRESENT: Development Services Director Templin, City Planner Kee, Senior Planner Battle, Development Review Manager Ruiz, Assistant Development Review Manager George, Staff Planners Hitchcock, Flanery, Reeves and Fletcher, Transportation Planner Fogle, Assistant City Engineer McCully, Graduate Engineers Thompson and Cotter, Assistant City Attorney Nemcik, Action Center Representative Kelly and Staff Assistant Hazlett. Chairman Floyd called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. AGENDA ITEM NO. 1: None. AGENDA ITEM NO. 2: None. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3: Hear Citizens Public Comment for the Record Consent Agenda 3.1 Approved the Final Plat for Gold Subdivision, Lot 1, Block 1 consisting of 1.50 acres of land located on Raymond Stotzer Parkway in the City's ETJ. (03 -25) 3.2 Approved the Vacating and Final Plat for Bentwood Estates Phase I consisting of 31 lots on 76 acres in the City's ETJ. (03 -28) 1 3.3 Approved the Final Plat for the Spring Creek Townhomes Subdivision Phase 1 consisting of 29 lots and Common Area(s) on 4 acres located at Oxburg Drive and (the future) Decatur Drive on the Crowley Tract. (03 -30) P &Z Minutes February 20, 2003 Page 1 of 5 Graduate Civil Engineer Cotter presented the Staff Report. She pointed out the access points to the subdivision, stating that the plat is in conformance with the Land Use Plan and all Zoning and Subdivision Regulations. She stated that Staff recommends approval. Commissioner Trapani motioned to approve the Master Preliminary Plat. Commissioner McMath seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 -0. FOR: Floyd, Williams, White, Trapani, McMath, and Shafer. AGAINST: None. AGENDA ITEM NO. 12: Consideration, discussion and possible action on a Master Preliminary Plat for the Stonebrook of Old Rock Prairie Road with the new alignment of Rock Prairie Road. (03 -18) Graduate Civil Engineer Cotter stated that the Master Preliminary Plat is in compliance with the City Ordinance, including the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations. She added that according to City Ordinance, all property owners within 600 feet of an existing active oil well site would be required to sign a waiver acknowledging the existing well site. Ms. Cotter also pointed out the subdivision's access points. Ms. Cotter closed by stating that Staff recommends approval of the Master Preliminary Plat. Development Services Director Templin clarified that that Section 12 -D of the Subdivision Regulations addresses the platting of property that has been determined not suitable for development. The subject property is suitable for development since City Ordinance does not prohibit residences in the proximity of oil wells. It does require the said residents to sign a waiver acknowledging the existence of the oil well. Mr. Templin added that an environmental firm was hired to rework the subject oil well and submit a report. The oil well is in compliance with the City's standards. In closing, Mr. Templin stated that Staff did not revisit the report to see if it precludes the placement of the well near the residences or what impacts are on the development of the property after the fact. He added that a report was not required. Commissioner McMath commented that the land was suitable prior to the reworking of the oil well, and therefore in its current state should not preclude the proposed development. It is apparent that the residents are aware of the oil well. Other concerns of aesthetics and possible nuisances were discussed. Commissioner Trapani motioned to table the Master Preliminary Plat, which was seconded by Commissioner Williams. The motion carried 6 -0. FOR: Floyd, Williams, White, Trapani, McMath, and Shafer. AGAINST: None. Development Review Manager Ruiz explained that the item would return to the Planning and Zoning Commission for consideration at the March 6, 2003 meeting. AGENDA ITEM NO. 13: Consideration, discussion, and possible action on an Amendment to the City of College Station's Comprehensive Plan for the area bounded by Wellborn Road, the IG &N right -of -way and North Graham Road. (03 -21) Senior Planner Battle presented the Staff Report. He explained that the item was previously tabled at the previous Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on February 6, 2003. Commissioner White motioned to remove the item from table, which was seconded by Commissioner Shafer. The motion carried 6 -0. FOR: Floyd, Williams, White, Trapani, McMath, and Shafer. AGAINST: None. P &Z Minutes February 20, 2003 Page 4 of 5 In his opening remarks, Mr. Battle explained that several development projects and a new fee schedule are on hold waiting on the adoption of this amendment. He reported that the City Council clarified the item at their February 14, 2003 meeting, which involves removing the possible future phase of Highway 40 from the Thoroughfare Plan. City Council also made clear that the current Highway 40 project between Greens Prairie Road and Wellborn Road is continuing as planned and that TxDOT is still planning the Wellborn Road widening project. The movement of the new road west of the railroad tracks and the alignment, as well as existing roads and conditions were briefly discussed. The development rate for the area was also pointed out which helped to clarify the time element for the development that is planned for the area. Commissioner Williams motioned to approve the amendment, which was seconded by Commissioner Shafer. The motion carried 6 -0. FOR: Floyd, Williams, White, Trapani, McMath, and Shafer. AGAINST: None. AGENDA ITEM NO. 14: Discussion of future agenda items. None. AGENDA ITEM NO. 15: Adjourn. Commissioner McMath motioned to adjourn. Commissioner Trapani seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 -0. The meeting adjourned FOR: Floyd, Williams, White, Trapani, McMath, and Shafer. AGAINST: None. APPROVED: Chairman, Rick Floyd ATTEST: Staff Assistant, Susan Hazlett P &Z Minutes February 20, 2003 Page 5 of 5 MINUTES Planning and Zoning Commission CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1101 Texas Avenue February 6, 2003 6:00 P.M. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Floyd, Hall, McMath, Shafer, White and Williams. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Trapani. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Garner, Maloney STAFF PRESENT: Development Services Director Templin, City Planner Kee, Development Manager Ruiz, Assistant Development Manager George, Senior Planner Battle, Staff Planners Hitchcock, Flanery and Reeves, Transportation Planner Fogle, Assistant City Engineer McCully, Graduate Civil Engineers Cotter and Thompson, Assistant City Attorney Nemcik, Action Center Representative Kelly, Development Services Secretary Macik and Staff Assistant Hazlett. Chairman Floyd called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. AGENDA ITEM NO. 1 None. AGENDA ITEM NO. 2 None. Hear Citizens Public Comment for Record. AGENDA ITEM NO.3 Consent Agenda 3.1 Approved the Minutes for the Workshop Meeting held on December 12, 2002. 3.2 Approved the Minutes for the Regular Meeting held on December 12, 2002. 3.3 Approved the Minutes for the Workshop Meeting held on January 16, 2003. P &Z Minutes February 6, 2003 Page 1 of 7 Transportation Planner Fogle presented the Staff Report. Mr. Fogle explained that this is the first of two proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Staff proposes to amend the Thoroughfare Plan and the Land Use Plan in two primary areas, the first being the Crowley Tract and second, the Seaback Tract. On the Crowley Tract, Mr. Fogle stated that the proposed plan would adopt the thoroughfare alignments and land uses that have been approved as part of the Crowley Master Development Plan by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council. The proposed land use plan provides for regional retail uses along the frontages of State Highways 6 and 40 near their interchange. There is a significant amount of greenways on the property that provides natural buffers between the various land uses. The Seaback Tract thoroughfare plan proposal would align Victoria Avenue across State Highway 40, which would eliminate a hazardous situation with cross traffic and a grade separation. Single family residential uses would be provided with the proposed land use plan. Joe Gattis, representing the Seaback Tract, expressed concerns with the proposed alignment of Helmsley. He stated that their intent was to follow the Comprehensive Plan by developing single family housing. He asked about options regarding a portion of the property that would become divided by the proposed alignment of Helmsley. Commissioner White motioned to table the item to give all the parties the opportunity for further discussion. Once a decision is made, the item would come before the Commission for possible action. Commissioner McMath seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 -0. FOR: Floyd, Hall, McMath, Shafer, White and Williams. AGAINST: None. The Commission received word that the parties came to an agreement. Commissioner White motioned to remove the item from the table. Commissioner McMath seconded the motion. The Motion carried 6 -0. FOR: Floyd, Hall, McMath, Shafer, White and Williams. AGAINST: None. Chairman Floyd re- opened the item for discussion. Mr. Fogle and Mr. Gattis reported that the proposed alignment with a 1000 -feet leeway is an agreeable solution. Commissioner Williams motioned to approve the amendment as presented by Staff and was seconded by Commissioner Shafer. The motion carried 6 -0. FOR: Floyd, Hall, McMath, Shafer, White and Williams. AGAINST: None. 10. Public hearing, discussion, and possible action 'on Amendments to the City of College Station's Comprehensive Plan for the area bound by Wellborn Road, the IG &N right of -way and North Graham Road. (03 -21) Staff Planner Battle presented the Staff Report. He stated that the area is experiencing development pressures which are expected to increase as the utilities are extended into the area. With this in mind and the recent annexation of the area, Staff also expects rezoning requests for some properties also. P &Z Minutes February 6, 2003 Page 5 of 7 Mr. Battle pointed out that it is important that the Land Use Plan and the Thoroughfare Plan both be current in order to provide guidance for rezoning. This will ensure that future platting reflects future streets and infrastructure. Mr. Battle reported that the City is currently developing an impact fee study for the area to provide utilities and fulfill annexation requirements. This fee study depends on reliable land use assumptions to accurately size utilities and set fees. In May of 2002, Staff presented the Commission with an amendment for this area, but the item was tabled. Staff has since attempted to address the concerns expressed at that time and formed a subcommittee to review the plans and provide input for changes to the Land Use Plan and the Thoroughfare Plan that has been incorporated into the final proposal that would accommodate evolving conditions in the area. The proposed changes are as follows: ♦ Remove State Highway 40 Freeway that is adjacent to the railroad. ♦ Existing Old Wellborn Road should eventually be abandoned. ♦ The section of Old Wellborn Road south of Rock Prairie Road to Graham Road be upgraded to a major collector as the area develops. ♦ Remove the office uses at the corner of Graham and Old Wellborn. ♦ Remove single family residential adjacent to the railroad. ♦ Show commercial uses for the property at the intersection of Cain Road and Old Wellborn Road. ♦ Change the land use designation on the property at the corner of Harvey Mitchell and Wellborn Road from mixed use to light industrial. Property south and west of the future collector extension is changed to medium density single family. ♦ The proposed land use plan represents the addition of parkland. ♦ Cain Road is currently unclassified; the proposed plan shows it as a minor collector. Chairman Floyd opened the public hearing. The following citizens commented on the proposed amendment. Randal Pratt, 3100 Haupt Road Edzel Jones, 3800 Durango Chairman Floyd closed the public hearing. There was further discussion regarding the proposed new State Highway 40, the upgrading and expansion of Wellborn Road, land dedication and TxDOT's position in the area. Some concern was expressed regarding a possible taking. Commissioner White motioned to table the item pending input from the City Council. Commissioner Shafer seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 -0. FOR: Floyd, Hail, McMath, Shafer, White and Williams. AGAINST: None. 11. Public hearing, discussion, and possible action on the adoption of a new Unified Development Code. (02 -231) Development Services Director Templin made a fe�v initial comments prior to the public hearing. Chairman Floyd opened the public hearing. The following citizens made comments: P &Z Minutes February 6, 2003 Page 6 of 7