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Project Manager: Spencer Thompson Date: March 25, 2003
Email: sthompson@ci.college-station.tx.us
Item: Consideration, discussion and possible action on a Preliminary Plat for Crescent
Pointe Tract One located at 3300 University Drive East consisting of 4 lots on 55.5
acres. (03-00500066)
Applicant: Joel Ross, TAC Realty, Inc.
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat for
Crescent Pointe Tract One with the condition that attached Staff Review Comments #2
be addressed.
Item Summary: This item is for the consideration of a Preliminary Plat for Crescent
Point Tract One. This is the proposed site for the Hotel/Conference Center and
Headquarters for First American Bank. The plat includes 4 separate lots and a private
street, First American Blvd. Copperfield Parkway is being constructed under the
direction of the Public Works Department. Additional infrastructure requirements
including sewer and water are being extended to the subject property at this time
through Public Works.
Staff requested that the proposed joint access and parking easements be shown on the
plat. McClure Engineering responded by saying the legal specifics of the easements
are a Site Plan issue. However, all legal instruments affecting the subject property are
required to be shown on the plat. Staff understands that such instruments exist. If this
is not the case, easements can be shown on Final Plat.
The irregular shape of the property line between Lot 2 and Lot 3 is due to the fact that it
represents a "common wall" of a structure. This property has received a variance
through the Building Official to allow the fire wall on the common property line.
Comprehensive Plan Considerations:
Land Use Plan: The LUP shows this area as Mixed-use. The proposed LUP
amendment shows this area as Planned Development.
Thoroughfare Plan: FM 60 is a Major Arterial. Copperfield Parkway is a Major
Collector.
Special Area Plans: The subject property is included in the 30/60 Study. The study
states office, commercial clean industrial, and high density residential are appropriate
uses in the area.
Sidewalks: Sidewalks are not included in the construction plans for Copperfield
Parkway, at this time, but are proposed. Sidewalks will be required on First American
Blvd. Staff requested sidewalks and/or access easements be shown on the plat as part
of the "Public Improvements" required to be shown on preliminary plats. McClure
Engineering did not show sidewalks and responded that site plans would address the
issue.
Compliance with Master Plan: This plat is in conformance with the approved Master
Development Plan.
Bikeways: The approved Bike Plan shows a Bike Lane to be included on Copperfield
Parkway. However, the plan has been adjusted to accept a Bikeway instead.
Driveway Compliance: The final location of First American Blvd at FM 60 will need to
be permitted and approved through TxDOT. Other driveways will be required to meet
City ordinance.
Zoned: Current zoning is C-B.
Commission Action Options: The Commission has final authority over the plat. The
options regarding the final plat are:
• Approval with conditions;
• Approval as submitted;
• Denial
Supporting Materials:
1. Location Map
2. Application
3. Infrastructure and Facilities
4. Copy of Preliminary Plat
5. Staff Review Comments #2
INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES
Water required for plat: Public water is required to each platted lot.
Construction drawings were submitted to Public Works Dept. to meet this
requirement for a Final Plat. Water is being extended to and through the
subject property along FM 60.
Water Service: An 18-in waterline is being constructed along FM 60 and a 12-
in waterline along Copperfield Pkwy.
Sewer required for plat: Public sewer is required to each platted lot.
Construction drawings are to be submitted to Public Works Dept. to meet this
requirement for a Final Plat.
Sewer Service: Sewer is shown to be extended to each lot. According to
McClure Engineering sewer service to the Peters Tract to the east is to be
extended along the drainage channel on Tract 3.
Street required for plat: Copperfield Drive.
Streets/Access: Access to be provided along Copperfield Pkwy and First
American Blvd. Additional access to FM 60 will be required to meet TxDOT
"stopping sight distance" requirements. This is in the 500-ft range at this
location, which would possibly allow one access to FM 60 on Lot 3.
Off-site Easements required for plat: Easements may be required for storm
sewer and/or sanitary sewer. One proposed easement is shown on Tract 3.
Drainage: Drainage of this property is to several unnamed tributaries to
Hudson Creek and Carter's Creek. The development project is required to
comply with the City's Drainage Policy.
Flood Plain: None on-site.
Impact Fees: None
Parkland Dedication Fees: None for this commercial site.
STAFF REVIEW COMMENTS NO. 2
Project: CRESCENT POINTE (PP) - 03-00500066
ENGINEERING
1. If parking and access easements have been filed affecting this property they must
be shown on the plat. All legal instruments affecting the property to be platted must
be shown on the plat.
2. Sidewalks are not shown on streets. Please see street cross sections in Subdivision
Regulations.
3. Please be aware of the fact that final location for First American Blvd is dependent
on TxDOT permit approval. Whereas, the street location may meet City
requirements, TxDOT requires permit review on all access construction in TxDOT
ROW. This is a requirement of TxDOT and you may wish to contact them to better
understand their permitting process and requirements.
Reviewed by: Spencer Thompson Date: March 25, 2003