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Meeting Agenda - Final
City Hall
1101 Texas Ave
College Station, TX 77840
The City Council may or may not attend the Planning & Zoning
Commission Workshop Meeting.
City Hall Council Chambers6:00 PMThursday, May 19, 2016
1. Call the meeting to order.
2. Discussion of consent and regular agenda items.
3. Discussion of new development applications submitted to the City.
New Development Link: www.cstx.gov/newdev
Discussion of Minor and Amending Plats approved by Staff.
*Final Plat ~ Minor Plat ~ Prairie View Heights Block 4, Lots 2R &
23R~ Case # FP2016-000006 (Bombek)
16-03024.
Presentation, possible action, and discusssion regarding the
consideration of the 2016 Draft P&Z Plan of Work (see attached)
16-03095.
Sponsors:Bombek
2016 Plan of Work DraftAttachments:
Presentation and discussion regarding an ordinance amending
Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance” of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by the creation of
Wellborn Zoning Districts in compliance with the Wellborn
Community Plan.
16-02886.
Sponsors:Bullock
Memo
Fact Sheets
Wellborn Community Plan Land Use Map
Peoposed Zoning Districts Map
Attachments:
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z
Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
*Thursday, June 9, 2016 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council
Chambers ~ Workshop 4:30 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison -
Warner)
*Thursday, June 16, 2016 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~
Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m.
16-03017.
8. Discussion, review and possible action regarding the following meetings: Design
Review Board, BioCorridor Board.
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9. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items - A Planning & Zoning
Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement
of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any
deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agenda for a
subsequent meeting.
10. Adjourn.
The Commission may adjourn into Executive Session to consider any item listed on
this agenda if a matter is raised that is appropriate for Executive Session discussion .
An announcement will be made of the basis for the Executive Session discussion.
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Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:216-0302 Name:Minor / Amending Plats
Status:Type:Updates Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/11/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Discussion of Minor and Amending Plats approved by Staff.
*Final Plat ~ Minor Plat ~ Prairie View Heights Block 4, Lots 2R & 23R~ Case # FP2016-000006
(Bombek)
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Discussion of Minor and Amending Plats approved by Staff.
*Final Plat ~ Minor Plat ~ Prairie View Heights Block 4, Lots 2R & 23R~ Case # FP2016-000006
(Bombek)
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Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:216-0309 Name:2016 Draft Plan of Work
Status:Type:Updates Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/12/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Presentation, possible action, and discusssion regarding the consideration of the 2016 Draft P&Z Plan
of Work (see attached)
Sponsors:Mark Bombek
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:2016 Plan of Work Draft
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Presentation, possible action, and discusssion regarding the consideration of the 2016 Draft P&Z
Plan of Work (see attached)
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2016 Planning & Zoning Commission Plan of Work
Comprehensive Plan
Implementation
Implementation of Adopted Plans
Summary: Project Dates:
Implementation of adopted master plans
and neighborhood, district, and corridor
plans, namely: Central College Station,
Eastgate, Southside Area, Wellborn
Community, and South Knoll Area
neighborhood plans, and Bicycle,
Pedestrian & Greenways, Parks and
Recreation, Water, Waste Water, Medical
District, and Economic Development master
plans.
Staff Assigned: P&DS Staff Anticipated Completion:
Annexation Task Force Implementation
Summary: Project Dates:
Implement the City's future annexation
policy as identified in the revised Growth
Management and Capacity chapter of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Staff Assigned: L. Simms Anticipated Initiation:
Wellborn Zoning Districts
Summary: Project Dates:
Implement the Wellborn Community Plan by
creating new or modified zoning districts as
described in the Plan.
Staff Assigned: J. Bullock Anticipated Initiation:
Economic Development
Impact Fees for Water, Wastewater, and Roadways
Summary:
Engineering consultants have been engaged and
impact fee studies are underway. Council recently
appointed the P&Z Commission as the Impact
Fee Advisory Committee (IFAC) with additional
members for representation from the ETJ
(water/wastewater), and Home Builders
Association, as well as
citizens/neighborhoods. Several presentations
and findings are forthcoming to the IFAC and
Council over the next few months for review and
consideration. The IFAC will eventually be asked
to advise the Council on Impact Fees.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: City Staff Anticipated Completion:
Update on Wastewater Master Plan
Summary: Project Dates:
This plan is intended to provide a holistic
look at the City’s wastewater system and
provide information on potential solutions
and costs so that Wastewater System
Capital Improvement Projects can be
planned in the future by City Staff.
Staff Assigned: City Staff Anticipated Completion:
Economic Development Update
Summary: Project Dates:
Receive regular updates from the Economic
Development Department regarding the
vision and implementation of the
commercialization of TAMU research-
related output, including examples of
successful efforts elsewhere. Additionally,
receive an update on the recent
announcement regarding plans for the
TAMU System Riverside Campus
revitalization effort.
Staff Assigned: City Staff Anticipated Initiation:
Neighborhood Integrity
Traffic Calming Toolkit
Summary:
Receive information regarding the current
traffic calming policy, including updates as
recommended by the Council
Transportation and Mobility Committee.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: Danielle Singh Anticipated Initiation:
Traffic Impact Analysis for Single-Family Development
Summary:
Review the Traffic Impact Analysis
ordinance and consider a recommendation
to require TIAs for Single- Family
Residential development.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: Danielle Singh Anticipated Completion:
Student Housing in Established Single-Family Neighborhoods
Summary:
Research best practices from other communities
regarding the management of student housing in
single-family neighborhoods.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: Anticipated Completion
Update on Landscaping Requirements for Single-Family Developments
Summary:
Provide an update on the City’s landscaping
requirements for single-family development and
recommend adjustments as deemed necessary.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: Anticipated Completion:
Research, Education, and Other Items
Review of Adopted Plans
Summary: Project Dates:
After action review of adopted planning
areas, specifically Northgate, BioCorridor,
and Medical Districts. This may also include
a tour of one of the planning areas
mentioned above.
Staff Assigned: P&DS Anticipated Initiation:
Sign Ordinance Revisions
Summary: Review and update the City’s
sign ordinance in light of the recent
Supreme Court decision regarding sign
regulations based upon content.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: City Staff Anticipated Initiation:
Update on Off-Street Parking Requirements
Summary:
Provide an update on the City’s off-street
parking requirements. Receive Information
regarding current off-street parking
requirements including options that provide
flexibility.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: City Staff Anticipated Completion:
Research Multi-Family Zoning Options
Summary:
Research the ability to provide multi-family
zoning for market rate units (conventional multi-
family) vs. rental by bedroom (student multi-
family).
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: Anticipated Completion:
Pre-Application Conference Overview
Summary:
Provide an update on the Pre-Application
Conference process.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: Anticipated Completion:
Quarterly Review of Pre-Application Conference Surveys
Summary:
Provide an update on the survey results from the
Pre-Application Conference process.
Project Dates:
Staff Assigned: Anticipated Completion:
City Hall
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College Station, TX
Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:216-0288 Name:Wellborn Zoning Districts
Status:Type:Unified Development
Ordinance
Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/6/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Presentation and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development
Ordinance” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by the creation of
Wellborn Zoning Districts in compliance with the Wellborn Community Plan.
Sponsors:Jessica Bullock
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:Memo
Fact Sheets
Wellborn Community Plan Land Use Map
Peoposed Zoning Districts Map
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Presentation and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development
Ordinance” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by the creation of
Wellborn Zoning Districts in compliance with the Wellborn Community Plan.
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 19, 2016
TO: The Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Jessica Bullock, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Wellborn Zoning Districts – WE Wellborn Estate, WRS Wellborn Restricted
Suburban, WC Wellborn Commercial
Item: Presentation and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Chapter 12, “Unified
Development Ordinance” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by the
creation of Wellborn Zoning Districts in compliance with the Wellborn Community Plan.
Objective: Implementation of the Wellborn Community Plan through the creation of three new
zoning districts and amendments to the City of College Station Unified Development Ordinance
(UDO).
Background: The City’s Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2009 and acts as a guide to
ensure the goals and objectives of the City are implemented by acting as a long-range planning
and policy structure for future growth of the City. The Wellborn Community Plan was adopted in
April 2013 as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, establishing land uses for the newly
annexed Wellborn Community. The Wellborn Community Plan is the result of a year-long
planning process, bringing together various stakeholders to address issues and concerns
brought up during the annexation process, and to create a guide for future development in the
area.
The Wellborn Community Plan identifies 10 Future Land Use and Character designations and
calls for the creation of zoning districts that align with the objectives of the Plan as one means of
implementation. Since the adoption of the plan, several zoning districts have been created that
can be used city wide that also comply with the vision of the Wellborn Community Plan. Staff
has identified 3 land uses that require new zoning districts, unique to the Wellborn Community
WE Wellborn Estate, WRS Wellborn Restricted Suburban, and WC Wellborn Commercial.
Item Summary: Using the land uses adopted as part of the Wellborn Community Plan and
stakeholder feedback, staff proposes two new residential districts and one new commercial
district that will only be permitted in the Wellborn Community Plan Area.
WE Wellborn Estate – This land use designation is generally for areas that, due to public
service limitations or a prevailing rural character, should have limited development
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activities. These areas will tend to consist of low-density single-family residential lots of
two acres or more but may be one acre if clustered around undeveloped open space.
Open space should be provided so that density is not increased when using the cluster
option. Open space should be provided against areas of lower residential density
through the cluster and open space option or through a buffer requirement.
WRS Wellborn Restricted Suburban – This land use designation is generally for areas
that, due to public service limitations or a prevailing rural character, should have limited
development activities. These areas will tend to consist of low-density single-family
residential lots of two acres or more but may be one acre if clustered around
undeveloped open space.
Open space should be provided so that density is not increased when using the cluster
option. Open space should be provided against areas of lower residential density
through the cluster and open space option or through a buffer requirement.
WC Wellborn Commercial - This district is generally for concentrations of commercial
activities that focus primarily on the nearby residents versus the larger community. Such
uses shall be limited in size and not accommodate for drive-thru services. Specific
design elements should be incorporated into such developments so as to limit the visual
impact on the community and enhance the defined character.
Public Input Process – A focus group meeting was held on November 10, 2016 at the Greens
Prairie Elementary School and was attended by approximately 27 community members.
Information regarding the meeting was mailed to residents, property owners, and business
owners within the Wellborn Community Plan Area, and posted along major streets. The
purpose of the meeting was to discuss draft concept sheets for the new districts based on the
direction of the Wellborn Community Plan. Applicable information gathered during the meeting
was used to revise the draft fact sheets and post online for public review. Online review was
open from February 18, 2016 to March 11, 2016 and three contacts were received. Staff
continued to accept feedback after the review period closed to receive additional input. Due to
the amount of comments made, staff primarily used language identified in the Wellborn
Community Plan along with some feedback from community members in the creation of the
ordinance language.
Attachments:
1. Zoning District Fact Sheets
2. Wellborn Community Plan Land Use Map
3. Proposed Zoning Districts Map
Wellborn Estate Concepts
Purpose Statement
This land use designation is generally for areas that, due to public service limitations or a prevailing rural
character, should have limited development activities. These areas will tend to consist of low-density
single-family residential lots of two acres or more but may be one acre if clustered around undeveloped
open space.
Open space should be provided so density is not increased when using the cluster option. Open space
should be provided against areas of lower residential density through the cluster and open space option
or through a buffer requirement.
Comprehensive Plan
This zoning is appropriate in areas designated Wellborn Estate and Wellborn Estate - Open in the
Comprehensive Plan. The cluster option may be used only in the area designated Wellborn Estate –
Open.
Subdivision Design
Lot Area
Minimum lot size: 2 acres
Absolute minimum lot size: 1 acre*
* Only permitted when utilizing cluster option
Dimensional Standards
Minimum width: 100’
Minimum depth: none
Front setback: 30’
Side setback: 10’
Street side setback: 15’
Rear setback: 20’
Max. height: 35’*
Max du/acre: 0.5 unit/acre
*Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a 50’ maximum height. Single-family height
protection applies.
Minimum setback standards of the district apply around the perimeter of a cluster
development. All detached structures within a cluster development must be separated by a
minimum distance of 10 feet.
Open Space
Open space is required to ensure that the overall density within the development does not exceed
the maximum density allowed by the underlying zoning district.
The amount of open space provided should be at least 10 percent of the gross area of the
development.
Common open space must be set aside and designated as an area where no development
will occur, other than project-related recreational amenities or passive open space areas.
Permitted Uses
Agricultural Use, Barn or Stable for Private Stock
Wellborn Estate Concepts
Agricultural Use, Farm or Pasturage
Single-Family Detached
Educational Facility, Primary & Secondary
Educational Facility, Outdoor Instruction (C)
Government Facilities (P*)
Parks
Places of Worship (P*)
Country Club
Utility (P*)
WTF – Unregulated
- C - Conditional Use Permit Required
- P* - Please refer to supplemental standards Unified Development Ordinance Section 12-6.4
Wellborn Restricted Suburban Concepts
Purpose Statement
This district is generally for areas that should have a moderate level of development activities. These areas
will tend to consist of medium-density single-family residential lots (minimum 20,000 square feet) and
may be clustered for reduced lot sizes (minimum 8,000 square feet). When using the cluster option, open
space should be provided so density is not increased. Such open space should be in addition to a minimum
open space requirement of 15% of the developing area.
Comprehensive Plan
This zoning is appropriate in areas designated Wellborn Restricted Suburban on the Comprehensive Plan.
Subdivision Design
Lot Area
Average minimum lot size: 20,000 sf
Absolute minimum lot size: 8,000 sf*
* Only permitted when utilizing cluster option
Dimensional Standards
Minimum width: 70’
Minimum depth: none
Front setback: 25’
Side setback: 7.5’
Street side setback: 15’
Rear setback: 20’
Max. height: 35’*
Max du/acre: 2 units/acre
*Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a 50’ maximum height
Minimum setback standards of the district apply along the perimeter of a cluster development.
All detached structures within a cluster development must be separated by a minimum distance
of 10 feet.
Open Space
When the cluster option is used, open space is required to ensure that the overall density within the
development does not exceed the maximum density allowed by the underlying zoning district.
The amount of open space provided should be at least 15 percent of the gross area of the
development.
Additional open space should be provided so density is not increased.
Common open space must be set aside and designated as an area where no development
will occur, other than project-related recreational amenities or passive open space areas.
Permitted Uses
Single-Family Detached
Educational Facility, Primary & Secondary
Government Facilities (P*)
Parks
Places of Worship (P*)
Country Club
Utility (P*)
WTF – Unregulated
P* - Please refer to supplemental standards Unified
Development Ordinance Section 12-6.4
Wellborn Commercial Concepts
Purpose Statement
This district is generally for concentrations of commercial activities that focus primarily on the nearby
residents versus the larger community. Such uses shall be limited in size and not accommodate for drive-
thru services. Specific design elements should be incorporated into such developments so as to limit the
visual impact on the community and enhance the defined character.
Comprehensive Plan
This zoning is appropriate in areas designated Wellborn Commercial on the Comprehensive Plan.
Subdivision Design
Dimensional Standards
Minimum width: 50’
Minimum depth: 100’
Front setback: 25’
Side setback: 7.5’
Street side setback: 15’
Rear setback: 20’
Max. height: 2 Stories/35’*
*Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a 50’ maximum height
Architectural Standards
Building Entry Design
a. In order to provide a sense of arrival and shelter, public building entrances are to
feature a protected entry through the use of an awning, canopy, porte-cochere,
recessed entry or other similar architectural element.
Building Mass and Orientation
a. Gross Floor Area of a single structure shall not exceed 10,000 square feet in area.
b. All buildings that have frontage on Wellborn Road and/or Live Oak Street Buildings shall
have a public entry facing both rights-of-way.
c. In cases where more than two facades require a public entrance, the administrator may
determine which two facades require entrances.
Building Material
The following minimum amount of fired brick, natural stone, marble, granite, or any concrete product so
long as it has an integrated color and is textured or patterned (not aggregate material) to simulate brick,
stone, marble, or granite shall be provided:
a. A minimum of 10 percent on any façade visible from a public right-of-way or public way;
b. A minimum of 20 percent on primary entrance façades (single or multiple tenant
building) that exceed 200 feet in horizontal length;
c. A minimum of 20 percent on any façade facing a public right-of-way of a street classified
as a major collector on the Thoroughfare Plan; and
d. A minimum of 30 percent on any façade facing a public right-of-way of a street classified
as a minor arterial or greater on the Thoroughfare Plan.
Wellborn Commercial Concepts
The following building materials are allowed on all façades subject to the following limitations:
a. Wood or cedar siding, stucco, EIFS, high build textured paint on concrete to simulate the
appearance of stucco, split-face concrete masonry that does not simulate brick or stone,
fiber cement siding, or any material equivalent in appearance and quality as determined
by the Design Review Board, shall not cover more than 75 percent of any façade.
b. Stainless steel, chrome, standing seam metal, premium grade architectural metal,
reflective glass, or architecturally finished metal panels (not corrugated metal) shall not
cover more than 30 percent of any façade.
c. Tile or smooth face, tinted concrete blocks shall only be used as an accent and shall not
cover more than 10 percent of any façade.
d. Painted metal panel siding is allowed without limitation on a rear façade of a building
when the façade is not visible from a right-of-way, parkland, greenway, or any
residential area.
e. Galvanized steel and painted steel are allowed on doors, including roll-up doors.
f. Metal, standing seam metal, architectural metal or steel may be used as a roof and or
canopy/awnings with no limitation on percentage.
Architectural Elements of Relief
All buildings shall be required to provide a covered front porch along the full length of the public entry
façade, projecting a minimum 4 feet from the face of the building.
In addition, any primary façade or façade visible from the public right-of-way, shall use at least one
design element for every 25 horizontal feet, or part thereof, of façade length. Facades requiring
architectural relief shall provide a minimum of two different types of relief elements per façade.
a. Decorative window shutters;
b. Covered front porch (extending along at least 50% of building façade and projecting a
minimum of 4 feet from the face of the building) if it is used on a façade where this
feature is not already required;
c. Eaves in excess of 18 inches if it is used on a façade that does not have a covered front
porch;
d. Window planter boxes;
e. Window canopy;
f. Dormers;
g. Transom windows;
h. Decorative façade light fixtures;
i. Chimneys or cupolas.
j. Cross gables
k. Horizontal articulation (minimum 4-foot depth)
Permitted Uses
Animal Care Facility, Indoor
Art Studio/Gallery
Commercial Amusements (C)
Commercial Day Care
Dry Cleaners/laundry (P*)
Educational Facility, Indoor Instruction
Educational Facility, Outdoor Instruction
Educational Facility, Primary & Secondary
Educational Facility, Tutoring
Government Facilities (P*)
Health Care, Medical Clinics
Health Club/Sports Facility, Indoor
Wellborn Commercial Concepts
Offices
Parks
Personal Service Shop
Places of Worship (P*)
Printing/Copy Shop
Restaurants (P*)
Retail Sales & Service (P*)
Storage, Self Service (P*)
Utility (P*)
WTF – Unregulated
C – Conditional Use Permit Required
P* - Please refer to supplemental standards Unified Development Ordinance Section 12-6.4
Proposed
Zoning Districts
Wellborn Commercial
R Rural
Average 3 acres
Minimum 2 acres
Wellborn Estate
Average 2 acres
Minimum 2 acres
Wellborn Estate (Cluster Option)
Average 2 acres
Minimum 1 acre
E Estate
Average 1 acre
Minimum 1 acre
E Estate (Cluster Option)
Average 1 acre
Absolute minimum 20,000 square feet
Wellborn Restricted Suburban
Average 20,000 square feet
Absolute minimum 8,000 square feet
GS General Suburban Average 5,000 square feet
Minimum 5,000 square feet
BP Business Park
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Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:116-0301 Name:Upcoming Meetings
Status:Type:Updates Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/11/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
*Thursday, June 9, 2016 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 4:30 p.m. and
Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison - Warner)
*Thursday, June 16, 2016 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular
7:00 p.m.
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
*Thursday, June 9, 2016 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 4:30 p.m. and
Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison - Warner)
*Thursday, June 16, 2016 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular
7:00 p.m.
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
College Station, TX
Meeting Agenda - Final
City Hall
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The City Council may or may not attend the Planning & Zoning
Commission Regular Meeting.
City Hall Council Chambers7:00 PMThursday, May 19, 2016
1. Call meeting to order.
2. Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Hear Citizens.
At this time, the Chairman will open the floor to citizens wishing to address the
Commission on issues not already scheduled on tonight's agenda. The citizen
presentations will be limited to three minutes in order to accommodate everyone who
wishes to address the Commission and to allow adequate time for completion of the
agenda items. The Commission will receive the information, ask city staff to look into
the matter, or will place the matter on a future agenda for discussion. (A recording is
made of the meeting; please give your name and address for the record.)
All matters listed under Item 4, Consent Agenda, are considered routine by the
Commission and will be enacted by one motion. These items include preliminary plans
and final plats, where staff has found compliance with all minimum subdivision
regulations. All items approved by Consent are approved with any and all staff
recommendations. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If any
Commissioner desires to discuss an item on the Consent Agenda it will be moved to
the Regular Agenda for further consideration.
4. Consent Agenda
Consideration, possible action, and discussion on Absence
Requests from meetings.
*Jim Ross ~ May 19, 2016
16-03054.1
Jim RossAttachments:
Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting
minutes.
*May 5, 2016 ~ Workshop
*May 5, 2016 ~ Regular
16-03044.2
May 5 2016 Workshop
May 5 2016 Regular
Attachments:
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a 16-02894.3
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May 19, 2016Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular
Meeting Agenda - Final
Preliminary Plan for Indian Lakes Phases 29, 30, & 31 consisting of
20 lots ans 2 Common Areas on approximately 64.56 acres,
generally located south of Cherokee Drive and southeast of Indian
Lakes Drive. Case # PP2015-000013
Sponsors:Paz
Staff Report
Application
Preliminary Plan.pdf
Attachments:
Regular Agenda
5. Consideration, possible action, and discussion on items removed from the Consent
Agenda by Commission action.
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion
regarding an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan-Future
Land Use & Character Map from Suburban Commercial to Urban
for approximately 4.74 acres located at 404 Harvey Mitchell
Parkway South, more generally located at the corner of Harvey
Mitchell Parkway South and Raymond Stotzer Parkway. Case
#CPA2016-000001 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for
the June 9, 2016 City Council meeting - subject to change)
16-02936.
Sponsors:Thomas
Staff Report
Application
Comprehensive Plan Map
Attachments:
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion
regarding an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan -
Future Land Use & Character Map from Restricted Suburban to
General Commercial and Suburban Commercial for approximately
nine acres located at 15797 FM 2154, more generally located north
of the Crossroad Woods Subdivision near intersection of Wellborn
Road (FM 2154) and Greens Prairie Trail. Case
#CPA2016-000002 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for
the June 9, 2016 City Council meeting - subject to change)
16-02947.
Sponsors:Bullock
Staff Report
Application
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map
Attachments:
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion
regarding an ordinance amending Chapter 12, "Unified
16-02928.
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Development Ordinance," Section 12-4.2, "Official Zoning Map," of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by
changing the zoning district boundaries from R Rural to PDD
Planned Development District for approximately nine acres being
situated in the Samuel Davidson League, Abstract NO. 13, Brazos
County, Texas. Said tract being the remainder of a called 5 acre
tract of land as described by a deed to Rose E. Logan recorded in
Volume 314, Page 708 of the Deed Records of Brazos County,
Texas, and being situated in the Samuel Davidson League,
Abstract NO. 13, College Station, Brazos County, Texas. Said tract
being all of a called 3.78 acre tract of land as described by a deed
to South Wellborn, LTD recorded in Volume 7043, Page 90 of the
Official Public Records of Brazos County, Texas, generally located
at 15797 FM2154, north of the Crossroad Woods Subdivision near
intersection of Wellborn Road (FM 2154) and Greens Prairie Trail.
Case #REZ2016-000012 (Note: Final action on this item is
scheduled for the June 9, 2016 City Council meeting - subject to
change)
Sponsors:Bullock
Staff Report
Application
Rezoning Map
Concept Plan
Attachments:
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion
regarding a recommendation to the City Council on a petition to
form Brazos County Municipal Utility District No. 2, generally
located along Peach Creek between FM 2154 and State Highway 6
South in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
16-02909.
Sponsors:Simms
Memo
Vicinity Map
Land Use Plan
MUD Application
Attachments:
10. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items – A Planning & Zoning
Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement
of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any
deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agenda for a
subsequent meeting.
11. Adjourn
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this agenda if a matter is raised that is appropriate for Executive Session discussion.
An announcement will be made of the basis for the Executive Session discussion.
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Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:116-0305 Name:Absence Requests
Status:Type:Absence Request Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/11/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Consideration, possible action, and discussion on Absence Requests from meetings.
*Jim Ross ~ May 19, 2016
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:Jim Ross
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Consideration, possible action, and discussion on Absence Requests from meetings.
*Jim Ross ~ May 19, 2016
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Request Submitted on May 11, 2016
I will not be in attendance at the meeting on May 19, 2016
for the reason specified: (Date)
I am out of town on business and cannot attend this meeting. Thank you.
Signature Jim Ross
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Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:116-0304 Name:Minutes
Status:Type:Minutes Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/11/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting minutes.
*May 5, 2016 ~ Workshop
*May 5, 2016 ~ Regular
Sponsors:
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:May 5 2016 Workshop
May 5 2016 Regular
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting minutes.
*May 5, 2016 ~ Workshop
*May 5, 2016 ~ Regular
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MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Workshop Meeting
May 5, 2016 5:30 p.m.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
College Station, Texas
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jane Kee, Jodi Warner, Jerome Rektorik, Barry Moore, Jim Ross, Casey
Oldham and Johnny Burns
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: John Nichols, Blanche Brick, Julie Schultz
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lance Simms, Molly Hitchcock, Alan Gibbs, Kelly Templin, Danielle Singh,
Jeff Kersten, Chuck Gilman, Donald Harmon, Dave Coleman, Carol Cotter, Mark Bombek, Jessica Bullock,
Jenifer Paz, Madison Thomas, Erika Bridges, Kevin Ferrer, Mary Ann Powell, Lauren Basey, and Kristen
Hejny
1. Call the meeting to order.
Chairperson Kee called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.
2. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding Impact Fees Presentation 201: Historical context
on capital needs and financing options leading to the possible creation of citywide water and wastewater
impact fees and roadway fees.
Assistant City Manager Kersten and Deputy City Manager Gilman presented this item to the
Commission.
There was general discussion amongst the Commission.
The Commission expressed the desire to continue the discussion at a future meeting.
3. Discussion of consent and regular agenda items.
There was general discussion regarding regular agenda item #6.
4. Discussion of new development applications submitted to the City.
New Development Link: www.cstx.gov/newdev
There was no discussion.
5. Discussion of Minor and Amending Plats approved by Staff.
*Final Plat ~ Minor/Replat ~ Prairie View Heights Lot 2R & 23R Block 4 ~ Case # FP2016-000006
(Bombek)
Senior Planner Bombek stated that while the plat was ready for filing, it had not actually been filed at
the court house yet.
6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the status of items in the 2016 P&Z Plan of Work
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There was discussion amongst the Commission.
A joint P&Z Commission and City Council Meeting to present the Plan of Work was discussed for June
9, 2016.
7. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on Semi Annual Report on Existing Impact Fees 92-01, 97-
01, 99-01, and 03-02.
Assistant City Engineer Cotter presented the report to the Commission.
There was general discussion.
Commissioner Rektorik motioned to recommend approval of the Semi Annual Report on Existing
Impact Fees. Commissioner Ross seconded the motion, motion passed (7-0).
8. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
*Monday, May 16, 2016 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 4:30 p.m. and
Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison – Kee)
*Thursday, May 19, 2016 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00
p.m.
Chairperson Kee reviewed upcoming meetings for the Planning & Zoning Commission.
9. Discussion, review and possible action regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board, Bio
Corridor Board.
Assistant Director Hitchcock reported that there are two items to be considered by the Bio Corridor
Board, and a meeting would be scheduled soon.
10. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items - A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire
about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement of specific factual information or the
recitation of existing policy may be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the
subject on an agenda for a subsequent meeting.
Chairperson Kee requested that Impact Fees be placed on a future P&Z Agenda.
Commissioner Ross requested an update on the Riverside Impact.
11. Adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:13 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
______________________________ ________________________________
Jane Kee, Chairperson Kristen Hejny, Staff Assistant
Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
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MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
May 5, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
College Station, Texas
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jane Kee, Jodi Warner, Jerome Rektorik, Barry Moore, Jim Ross, Casey
Oldham and Johnny Burns
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: John Nichols
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lance Simms, Molly Hitchcock, Alan Gibbs, Danielle Singh, Carol Cotter,
Jenifer Paz, Madison Thomas, Erika Bridges, Kevin Ferrer, Mary Ann Powell, Lauren Basey, and Kristen
Hejny
1. Call Meeting to Order
Chairperson Kee called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Hear Citizens
4. Consent Agenda
4.1 Consideration, possible action, and discussion on Absence Requests from meetings.
*Jodi Warner ~ May 5, 2016
Item was pulled from the Consent Agenda at Commissioner Warner’s request.
4.2 Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting minutes.
*April 21, 2016 ~ Workshop
*April 21, 2016 ~ Regular
4.3 Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Final Plat for Tower Point Phase 7B,
Block 3, Lots 19 and 20 consisting of two commercial lots on approximately 2 acres located at 905
William D. Fitch, generally located east of the intersection of Arrington Road and William D. Fitch.
Case #FPCO2016-000008
4.4 Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Preliminary Plan for Indian Lakes Phase
27, consisting of 10 single-family lots on approximately 14.4 acres generally located at the
southwest corner of the future roads of Chaco Canyon Drive and Winema Trail in the City’s
Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. Case #PP2015-000007
Commissioner Ross motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items 4.2 – 4.4. Commissioner
Warner seconded the motion, motion passed (7-0).
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Regular Agenda
5. Consideration, possible action, and discussion on items removed from the Consent Agenda by
Commission Action.
There was no discussion.
6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a waiver request to Unified Development
Section 12-8.3.H.4.f.2 ‘Common Open Space Requirements for Cluster Developments’ and
presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding two discretionary items to the Unified
Development Ordinance Section 12-8.3.E.4.b ‘Adequate Street Access’ and Unified Development
Ordinance Section 12-8.3.H.1.i ‘General Requirements’ and a presentation, possible action, and
discussion regarding a Preliminary Plan for Williams Creek Lake Estates consisting of 71 single-
family lots and 6 common areas on approximately 71 acres located at 1806 Rock Prairie Road,
generally located north of William D. Fitch Parkway and Rock Prairie Road. Case #PP2016-000005
Staff Planner Thomas presented the Preliminary Plan to the Commission and recommended
approval.
There was general discussion.
Commissioner Rektorik motioned to approve the waiver requests and discretionary items as
presented by staff. Commissioner Oldham seconded the motion, motion passed (7-0).
Commissioner Oldham motioned to approve the Preliminary Plan. Commissioner Rektorik
seconded the motion, motion passed (7-0).
7. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Final Plat of College Park
Lots 1R & 2R, Block 8 being a replat of College Park Lot 1, a portion of Lot 2 and the adjoining ½
of the abandoned alley, Block 8 consisting of 2 residential lots on approximately 0.5 acres located
at 400 Dexter Drive West, generally located on the southeast corner of Kerry Street and Dexter
Drive West. Case #FP2016-000014
Senior Planner Paz presented the Final Plat to the Commission and recommended approval.
There was general discussion amongst the Commission.
Applicant Sandy Carlton was available to speak to the Commission.
Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing.
David James, 302 Dexter Drive West, College Station, Texas, spoke against the Replat, citing
concerns for student housing and parking.
Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing.
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Commissioner Oldham motioned to recommend approval of the Final Plat. Commissioner
Rektorik seconded the motion, motion passed (7-0).
8. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending
Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 12-4.2, “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code
of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by changing the zoning district boundaries from
MF Multi-Family to T Townhome for approximately 14.613 acres being German Acres, Lots 4 thru
10, more generally located south of Cain Road between Holleman Drive South and Old Wellborn
Road, generally located at 3120 Holleman Drive South. Case #REZ2016-000013
Senior Planner Paz presented the Rezoning to the Commission and recommended approval.
There was general discussion.
Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing.
No one spoke.
Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing.
There was general discussion amongst the Commission.
Commissioner Ross motioned to recommend approval of the rezoning. Commissioner
Rektorik seconded the motion, motion passed (7-0).
9. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items – A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire
about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement of specific factual information or
the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to
place the subject on an agenda for a subsequent meeting.
There was no discussion.
10. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
______________________________ ________________________________
Jane Kee, Chairman Kristen Hejny, Admin Support Specialist
Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
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File #: Version:316-0289 Name:Indian Lakes Ph 29,30 &31-Preliminary
Status:Type:Preliminary Plan Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/6/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Preliminary Plan for Indian Lakes Phases
29, 30, & 31 consisting of 20 lots ans 2 Common Areas on approximately 64.56 acres, generally
located south of Cherokee Drive and southeast of Indian Lakes Drive. Case # PP2015-000013
Sponsors:Jenifer Paz
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:Staff Report
Application
Preliminary Plan.pdf
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Preliminary Plan for Indian Lakes Phases
29, 30, & 31 consisting of 20 lots ans 2 Common Areas on approximately 64.56 acres, generally
located south of Cherokee Drive and southeast of Indian Lakes Drive. Case # PP2015-000013
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PRELIMINARY PLAN
for
Indian Lakes Ph 29, 30 & 31
PP2015-000013
SCALE: 20 lots & 2 Common Areas on approximately 64.56 acres
LOCATION: In the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction, at the southeast of Indian
Lake Drive, generally located south of Cherokee Drive and to the
east of Indian Lakes Subdivision.
ZONING: ETJ, no zoning
APPLICANT: Smiling Mallard Development
PROJECT MANAGER: Jenifer Paz, Senior Planner
jpaz@cstx.gov
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the Preliminary Plan.
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DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexation: In the ETJ
Zoning: N/A
Site development: The subject property is currently undeveloped.
COMMENTS
Water: Water service will be provided by Wellborn Special Utility District.
Public waterlines and fire flow requirements will be required to
comply with the B/CS Unified Design Guidelines with Final Plat.
Sewer: The subject property is outside College Station Utilities for sanitary
sewer service area. All lots will be served by On-Site Sewage
Facilities. On-Site Sewage Facilities will be required to comply
with all County & State OSSF regulations and will be permitted by
the Brazos County Health Department.
Off-site Easements: None required
Drainage: The subject tract is located in the Peach Creek drainage basin.
The development will need to submit a drainage report with their
construction documents during Final Plat where Brazos County
has the purview over drainage related items.
Flood Plain: There is FEMA regulated floodplain, Zone A, running through the
proposed Phase 30 according to firm panel 48041C0350E,
effective date 5/16/2012.
Greenways: None proposed or required for this development.
Pedestrian Connectivity: Sidewalks are not required in the ETJ.
Bicycle Connectivity: Bicycle facilities are not required in the ETJ.
Streets: Access to the development will be provided with the extension of
Indian Lakes Drive, a two-lane Lane Major Collector, which ties
into the existing Cherokee Drive.
Oversize Request: N/A
Parkland Dedication Fees: This development was approved as a Master Plan in the ETJ prior
to parkland dedication requirements being required in the ETJ.
Therefore, no parkland dedication will be required.
Impact Fees: N/A
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REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Compliance with Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Ordinance: The
proposed Preliminary Plan is in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and Unified
Development Ordinance.
2. Compliance with Subdivision Regulations: The proposed Preliminary Plan is in
compliance with the Subdivision Regulations contained in the Unified Development
Ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the Preliminary Plan.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS
1. Application
2. Copy of Preliminary Plan
CURVE TABLE
CURVE DELTA RADIUS LENGTH TANGENT CHORD BEARING CHORD
C1 05° 04' 23" 740.00'65.52'32.78' S 20° 10' 59" W 65.50'
C2 51° 12' 03" 665.00'593.72'318.33' S 03° 03' 49" E 574.16'
C3 41° 57' 24" 745.00'545.79'285.78' S 07° 42' 36" E 533.68'
C4 110° 54' 00" 640.00' 1,238.76' 929.47' S 68° 52' 36" W 1,054.25'
C5 05° 35' 49" 540.00'52.75'26.40' N 52° 52' 29" W 52.73'
C6 90° 00' 00" 25.00'39.27'25.00' N 05° 04' 35" W 35.36'
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Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:316-0293 Name:Harvey Mitchell Parkway Campus Housing
Status:Type:Comprehensive Plan Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/9/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the
Comprehensive Plan-Future Land Use & Character Map from Suburban Commercial to Urban for
approximately 4.74 acres located at 404 Harvey Mitchell Parkway South, more generally located at
the corner of Harvey Mitchell Parkway South and Raymond Stotzer Parkway. Case #CPA2016-
000001 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the June 9, 2016 City Council meeting -
subject to change)
Sponsors:Madison Thomas
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:Staff Report
Application
Comprehensive Plan Map
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the
Comprehensive Plan-Future Land Use & Character Map from Suburban Commercial to Urban for
approximately 4.74 acres located at 404 Harvey Mitchell Parkway South, more generally located at the corner
of Harvey Mitchell Parkway South and Raymond Stotzer Parkway. Case #CPA2016-000001 (Note: Final
action on this item is scheduled for the June 9, 2016 City Council meeting - subject to change)
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
FOR
404 Harvey Mitchell Pkwy S
CPA2016-000001
REQUEST: Suburban Commercial to Urban
SCALE: Approximately 4.74 acres
LOCATION: 404 Harvey Mitchell Parkway S., generally located at the corner
of Harvey Mitchell Parkway South and Raymond Stotzer Parkway
APPLICANT: Timothy S. Baumann
PROJECT MANAGER: Madison Thomas, Staff Planner
mthomas@cstx.gov
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends denial of the Future Land Use and Character
Map amendment.
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NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: May 19, 2016
Advertised Council Hearing Dates: June 9, 2016
The following neighborhood organizations that are registered with the City of College Station’s
Neighborhood Services have received a courtesy letter of notification of this public hearing:
N/A
Contacts in support: None at the time of the staff report
Contacts in opposition: None at the time of the staff report
Inquiry contacts: None at the time of the staff report
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use
North Suburban Commercial CI Commercial
Industrial and GC
General Commercial
Commercial
Business
South (Across
Raymond
Stotzer)
Texas A&M University C-U
College
University
Easterwood Airport
East (across Harvey
Mitchell Pkwy)
Texas A&M University C-U College University Texas A&M
Property
West Institutional/Public and
Texas A&M University
R Rural Cemetery
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexation: 1970
Zoning: R-1 upon annexation (1970)
C-1 General Commercial to C-2 Commercial Industrial (2005)
C-2 Commercial Industrial renamed CI Commercial Industrial
Final Plat: 2011, Valley Park Center
Site development: Vacant
PROPOSAL
The applicant has requested the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment to Urban as a step
toward permitting a multi-family residential housing development with retail space at 404 Harvey
Mitchell Parkway S. This development is intended to serve as housing for students at the
nearby Texas A&M University. The retail will serve the students in the multi-housing portion and
the employees at the adjacent business. The subject property is designated as Suburban
Commercial with the properties to the west primarily designated as Texas A&M University,
Business Park and Institutional/Public (cemetery) and to the north, General Commercial on the
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map.
REVIEW CRITERIA
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1. Changed or changing conditions in the subject area or the City: The City of College
Station’s Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2009. This site was designated as Suburban
Commercial and a part of the Presidential Corridor Gateway District on the Comprehensive
Future Land Use and Character Map and Concept Plan. The Presidential Corridor Gateway
District is an area that has been identified for opportunities for future growth and
development with its close proximity to the Health Science Center, the Traditions
development and Easterwood Airport. The focus of this district is on accommodating
business (research and development, office and light industrial) that builds upon the assets
in the area and protects and enhances this primary gateway into the City. The Suburban
Commercial designation allows for concentrations of commercial activity to serve the nearby
residents. Suburban Commercial areas tend to be small in size and located adjacent to
major roads (arterials and collectors).
A recent Comprehensive Plan Amendment adjacent to Turkey Creek Road and Raymond
Stotzer Parkway was approved for General Commercial and Multifamily. This Multifamily
area, though nearby, is seen as different form the subject property for several reasons
including its relationship to the “town center” part of the Research Valley Partnership’s
Biocorridor Master Plan, its location on a collector, and its natural greenway perimeter
separating it from commercial. That Comprehensive Plan Amendment now provides for
commercial on the part of the property adjacent to Raymond Stotzer Parkway and multi-
family residential further back on the property.
2. Scope of the request: Currently, the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character
Map designates the area west of Harvey Mitchell Parkway S., approximately 22 acres, as
Suburban Commercial. Continuing west, approximately 34 acres is designated Texas A&M
University (property owned by the Texas A&M University System), and 58 acres of
Public/Institutional (the City’s cemetery). Across Harvey Mitchell Parkway S. to the east of
this property, and across Raymond Stotzer Parkway to the south and southeast is all Texas
A&M University property. The proposal is to convert approximately 5 acres from Suburban
Commercial to Urban at the northwestern intersection of Harvey Mitchell Parkway S. and
Raymond Stotzer Parkway. The Urban designation calls for areas to have a very intense
level of development activity that tend to consist of townhomes, duplexes and high-density
apartments. The applicant anticipates proposing a future rezoning for a high-density
apartment complex with additional retail/commercial space on the first level on the site
3. Availability of adequate information: The property has frontage on Raymond Stotzer
Parkway (at a grade separated Freeway/Expressway on the Thoroughfare Plan) and Turkey
Creek Road (designated a two-lane major collector). The change in land use designation is
not expected to generate significantly more trips than the current land use designation.
Properties in this area are served water through the City of College Station. Further
infrastructure improvements may be necessary and will be determined through future
development proposals.
4. Consistency with the goals and strategies set forth in the Plan: The proposal is not
consistent with the goals and strategies of the Comprehensive Plan. The subject property
and surrounding area are identified in the Comprehensive Plan Concept Map as one of the
City’s distinct districts—the Presidential Corridor Gateway District—which seeks to preserve
and build upon the existing assets in the area enhancing this important gateway into the city.
The Comprehensive Plan speaks to the purpose of this area in accommodating businesses
(research and development, office, light industrial) that builds upon the assets in the area and
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protects and enhances this primary gateway into the City. An Urban designation supports
residential uses and only minimal commercial uses if located in a growth or redevelopment
area, which this is not designated as.
5. Consideration of the Future Land Use & Character and/or Thoroughfare Plans: The
existing Future Land Use and Character designation on the property is Suburban Commercial:
generally for concentrations of commercial activities that cater to both nearby residents
and to the larger community or region. Generally, these areas tend to be large in size and
located near the intersection of two regionally significant roads (arterials and freeways). It
is preferred that in such areas development be concentrated in nodes rather than spread
out in strips.
It is also designated as the Presidential Corridor Gateway District:
the Presidential Corridor Gateway District is an area that has been identified for
opportunities for future growth and development with its close proximity to the Health
Science Center, the Traditions development and Easterwood Airport. The focus of this
district is on accommodating business (research and development, office and light
industrial) that builds upon the assets in the area and protects and enhances this primary
gateway into the City.
Urban is described as:
generally for areas that should have a very intense level of development activities. These
areas will tend to consist of townhomes, duplexes, and high-density apartments. General
commercial and office uses, business parks, and vertical mixed-use may also be permitted
within growth and redevelopment areas.
The Urban land use designation, when not in a Growth Area, is typically characterized by
more dense residential developments in the form of duplexes, townhomes or apartments.
The property is located on the northwest corner of the grade separated interchange of
Raymond Stotzer Parkway and Harvey Mitchell Parkway South, designated as a Six-Lane
Major Arterial and Freeway, respectively on the City’s Thoroughfare Plan. In Fall 2016,
TxDOT has plans to convert this interchange to a diverging diamond interchange. The
property’s frontage is largely adjacent to a ramp off Harvey Mitchell Parkway, which
significantly limits the site’s accessibility. The interchange project will further limit the
property’s accessibility by removing the existing frontage road that runs along the cemetery
towards the property. The only access point to this property will be through an existing
driveway and access easement on the adjacent site.
6. Compatibility with the surrounding area: The adjacent land uses are commercial
businesses, the City’s cemetery, and rights-of-way. Also in the area there are unimproved
rural tracts varying in size. The Suburban Commercial designation is similar to the existing
commercial designations along Harvey Mitchell Parkway. These existing developments are
slightly denser than rest of the surrounding properties, but should be as they are located
adjacent to a major highway, which is ideal for commercial uses. An Urban designation
would allow for completely different uses, and would create a different character than these
existing properties currently provide. An Urban designation would allow high-density
residential uses to be surrounded by existing commercial uses and freeways.
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This land is located adjacent to the intersection of Raymond Stotzer Parkway and Harvey
Mitchell Parkway South, beside the city cemetery and across from Easterwood Airport.
Being bordered on two sides by TxDOT roads, this site has accessibility restrictions and
must take access through the existing commercial property to the north. The cemetery to
the west prohibits any type of future development or potential connectivity. The proposed
amendment, is not consistent with the planned future development pattern in the area, and
is not compatible as supporting land uses for the area.
7. Impacts on infrastructure including water, wastewater, drainage, and the
transportation network:
Water service to the subject tract may be provided by an existing 10-inch line along the
front of the property. Domestic and fire flow demand may necessitate future water main
extensions with site development. These utilities will be required to be designed and
constructed in accordance with the BCS Unified Design Guidelines.
The site also has existing 6-inch sanitary sewer mains along the northern and western
property lines and a lift station located near the northwestern corner. Wastewater for select
properties, including this tract, are subject to an Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with Texas A&M
University in which they have agreed to accept an enumerated sewer demand into their
system. Based on preliminary demands provided, the ILA and lift station capacity appear to
be adequate. The sewer demands will need to be evaluated again with the rezoning and
site plan to confirm that the capacity allocated by this development will not be exceeded.
Stormwater from the site generally discharges to the northeast within the White Creek
drainage basin. There is no FEMA regulated floodplain on site. The property has an
existing detention pond at the southern corner, which will need to be evaluated with site
development to confirm that the pond has adequate capacity to serve the entire site. Any
necessary drainage improvements will need to be designed and constructed in accordance
with the BCS Unified Stormwater Design Guidelines.
The site will have access to Harvey Mitchell Parkway through an existing driveway and
cross access easement on the adjacent site. No additional access points can be permitted
due to the property’s proximity to the existing ramp on Harvey Mitchell Parkway.
8. Impact on the City’s ability to provide, fund, and maintain services: The proposed
amendment will allow for increased density. At this time there are concerns regarding the
availability of adequate access. Other City services are not anticipated to be negatively
affected by this amendment.
9. Impact on environmentally sensitive and natural areas: This area is not recognized as
environmentally sensitive.
10. Contribution to the overall direction and character of the community as captured in
the Plan’s vision and goals: The goal for College Station’s Future Land Use and Character
is to create a community with strong, unique neighborhoods, protected rural areas, special
districts, distinct corridors, and a protected and enhanced natural environment. The
proposed amendment from Suburban Commercial to Urban on about five acres does not
contribute to the general goals of the Comprehensive Plan. The amendment is proposing a
density and type of service that is not compatible with the planned growth of the Presidential
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Corridor Gateway District.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends denial of the Future Land Use and Character Map amendment request.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS
1. Application
2. Comprehensive Plan Map
City Hall
1101 Texas Ave
College Station, TX 77840
College Station, TX
Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:216-0294 Name:Marek Self-Storage Comprehensive Plan
Amendment
Status:Type:Comprehensive Plan Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/9/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the
Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use & Character Map from Restricted Suburban to General
Commercial and Suburban Commercial for approximately nine acres located at 15797 FM 2154, more
generally located north of the Crossroad Woods Subdivision near intersection of Wellborn Road (FM
2154) and Greens Prairie Trail. Case #CPA2016-000002 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled
for the June 9, 2016 City Council meeting - subject to change)
Sponsors:Jessica Bullock
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:Staff Report
Application
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the
Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use & Character Map from Restricted Suburban to General
Commercial and Suburban Commercial for approximately nine acres located at 15797 FM 2154,
more generally located north of the Crossroad Woods Subdivision near intersection of Wellborn
Road (FM 2154) and Greens Prairie Trail. Case #CPA2016-000002 (Note: Final action on this item
is scheduled for the June 9, 2016 City Council meeting - subject to change)
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
FOR
Crossroads Self-Storage
CPA2016-000002
REQUEST: Restricted Suburban to General Commercial and Suburban
Commercial
SCALE: Approximately 9 acres
LOCATION: 15797 FM 2154, generally located north of the Crossroad Woods
Subdivision near the intersection of Wellborn Road (FM 2154) and
Greens Prairie Trail
APPLICANT: Crissy Hartl, Mitchell & Morgan, LLP
PROJECT MANAGER: Jessica Bullock, Senior Planner
jbullock@cstx.gov
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the Future Land Use & Character
Amendment to General Commercial and Suburban Commercial.
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Existing Future Land Use and Character Map
Proposed Future Land Use and Character Map
Restricted
Suburban
Natural
Areas -
Reserved
Rural
Institutional/Public
Rural
Restricted
Suburban
Natural
Areas -
Reserved
Rural
Institutional/Public
Rural
General
Commercial
Suburban
Commercial
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NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: May 19, 2016
Advertised Council Hearing Date: June 9, 2016
The following neighborhood organizations that are registered with the City of College Station’s
Neighborhood Services have received a courtesy letter of notification of this public hearing:
Estates of Royder Ridge
Property owner notices mailed: None
Contacts in support: None
Contacts in opposition: None
Inquiry contacts: One
This request is related to the pending application for a PDD rezoning. Notices of the rezoning
were mailed to 10 property owners and one homeowners association.
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use
North
Institutional/Public
R Rural Commercial Warehouse
South Restricted Suburban R Rural Crossroad Woods
East
Institutional/Public
Restricted Suburban
R Rural Future CSISD Site
Estates of Royder Ridge
West
(Across Wellborn Rd)
Rural R Rural
Undeveloped
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexation: May 2015
Zoning: R Rural (2015)
Final Plat: Unplatted
Site development: Marek Self-Storage
REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Changed or changing conditions in the subject area or the City: The subject property
is designated as Restricted Suburban on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and
Character Map. The surrounding land uses include Restricted Suburban,
Institutional/Public, and Rural across Wellborn Road. The applicant has requested the
proposed amendment to General Commercial and Suburban Commercial as a step toward
making an existing self-storage use conforming.
This area was annexed into the City in 2015 and is located just outside the Wellborn
Community Plan area, close to City limits. This area is experiencing growth of commercial
and residential uses, and College Station Independent School District (CSISD) will develop a
new school on the tract north of the subject site.
2. Scope of the request: The applicant requests to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future
Land Use and Character Map designation for approximately nine acres from Restricted
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Suburban to General Commercial and Suburban Commercial. This amendment generally
allows for commercial uses that cater to both nearby residents and the larger community or
region. The applicant requests General Commercial on the northern tract which borders
CSISD property and Suburban Commercial on the southern tract which borders residential
neighborhoods. The site is currently developed as a self-storage use which is only
permitted in the GC General Commercial zoning district. In order to rezone the property
with a commercial designation, a Comprehensive Plan Amendment must first be
considered.
3. Availability of adequate information: Properties in this area have no existing sewer
access, and there is currently no sewer master plan to serve the tract. Therefore, the site will
need to have an On-Site Sewage Facility for sewer service. The site’s trip generation will
also need to be analyzed again with the site plan application to verify that additional
improvements to the transportation system are not warranted.
4. Consistency with the goals and strategies set forth in the Plan: The goal for College
Station’s Future Land Use and Character is to create a community with strong, unique
neighborhoods, protected rural areas, special districts, distinct corridors, and a protected
and enhanced natural environment.
Relevant Strategies identified in the Plan to achieve this goal include:
Establish and protect distinct boundaries between various character areas:
The subject tract is adjacent to established single-family subdivisions and property
owned by CSISD. General Commercial will be placed on the northern tract that is
bordered by CSISD. Suburban Commercial will be placed on the southern tract
which is bordered by established residential subdivisions. These designations will be
placed in a manner that is sensitive to the bordering uses.
5. Consideration of the Future Land Use & Character and/or Thoroughfare Plans: The
subject area is currently designated as Restricted Suburban on the Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use and Character Map. The proposed amendment is to General Commercial
and Suburban Commercial.
General Commercial is intended for concentrations of commercial activities that cater to both
nearby residents and to the larger community or region. Generally these areas tend to be
large in size and located near the intersection of two regionally significant roads (arterials
and freeways). It is preferred that in such areas development be concentrated in nodes
rather than spread out in strips.
Suburban Commercial is intended for concentrations of commercial activities that cater
primarily to nearby residents versus the larger community or region. Generally, these areas
tend to be small in size and located adjacent to major roads (arterials and collectors).
Design of Suburban Commercial structures is compatible in size, roof type and pitch,
architecture, and lot coverage with the surrounding single-family residential use.
Wellborn Road (FM2154) is designated as 4-lane major collector (General Suburban context)
on the City’s Thoroughfare Plan.
6. Compatibility with the surrounding area: The applicant requests an amendment to
General Commercial and Suburban Commercial on approximately nine acres. Land
across Wellborn Road is designated Rural on the Future Land Use and Character Map and
is currently undeveloped.
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To the north is land owned by CSISD for future development of a school. This property is
designated as Institutional/Public on the Future Land Use and Character Map.
To the southeast is the Estates of Royder Ridge residential subdivision. This property is
designated as Restricted Suburban on the Future Land Use and Character Map.
To the south is the Crossroad Woods residential subdivision. This property is designated as
Restricted Suburban on the Future Land Use and Character Map.
The subject site is just south of the Wellborn Community Plan area and is close to the City
limits. The larger area is rural in nature but is experiencing growth in residential and
commercial character. The land use designations are requested in a way to be suitable with
adjacent uses. General Commercial will be placed on the northern tract which is mostly
bordered by the CSISD site. There is a portion of this designation that will border an
approximate 0.5 acre undeveloped tract, separating this use from the adjacent residential lot
in the Estates of Royder Ridge subdivision. Buffering would still be required along this
portion of the site to the tract. The request also asks for Suburban Commercial on the
southern tract which is bordered by residential and will have heightened requirements to
minimize the commercial use impact on the single-family property.
7. Impacts on infrastructure including water, wastewater, drainage, and the
transportation network: Water service will be served by Wellborn Special Utility District.
The subject tract will not have access to City sewer, and On-Site Sewage Facility will be
required. The On-Site Sewage Facility will need to meet the Brazos County Health
Departments and TCEQ requirements. There is currently no sewer master planned in this
area to serve the subject tract. Proposed public infrastructure will be required to be
designed and constructed in accordance with the B/CS Unified Design Guidelines.
The site generally drains towards Peach Creek South Tributary that runs along the rear
property. With site development, detention will be required. Drainage improvements are
required to be designed and constructed in accordance with the B/CS Unified Stormwater
Design Guidelines, and site development impacts on the drainage system will be evaluated
further at that time.
The property has access to Wellborn Road which is classified as a Four Lane Major Arterial
on the Thoroughfare Plan. It is currently built as a 2 lane rural arterial. Staff estimates that
the current traffic volume on Wellborn Road in this section is 10,000 vehicles per day. The
capacity of this section of Wellborn Road is approximately 30,000 vehicles per day, with a
level of service D reached at approximately 20,000 vehicles per day. The change in land use
could result in an additional 3840 vehicles per day. Based on these estimates, Wellborn
Road has the capacity to handle the changed land use.
8. Impact on the City’s ability to provide, fund, and maintain services: The proposed
amendment for the subject property does not negatively impact the City’s ability to provide,
fund, and maintain services.
9. Impact on environmentally sensitive and natural areas: The subject property is located
in the Peach Creek drainage basin. The majority of the northern tract is impacted by the
Peach Creek South Tributary which will need to be taken into account during site
development. Further drainage analysis will be required with future site development, but it
is unclear at this time what impacts this request will have on the drainage system.
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10. Contribution to the overall direction and character of the community as captured in
the Plan’s vision and goals: The goal for College Station’s Future Land Use and Character
is to create a community with strong, unique neighborhoods, protected rural areas, special
districts, distinct corridors, and a protected and enhanced natural environment. The proposed
amendment from Restricted Suburban to General Commercial and Suburban Commercial on
approximately nine acres is for an existing site that began prior to annexation. The request is
consistent with development trends in the area.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map
amendment to General Commercial and Suburban Commercial.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS
1. Application
2. Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map
Existing Landuse:
Restricted Suburban
Existing Zoning:
Rural
Existing Landuse:
Restricted Suburban
Existing Zoning:
Rural
Existing Landuse:
Restricted Suburban
Existing Zoning:
Rural
Existing Landuse:
Restricted Suburban
Existing Zoning:
Rural
Existing Landuse:
Restricted Suburban
Existing Zoning:
Rural
Existing Landuse:
Restricted Suburban
Existing Zoning:
Rural
Existing Landuse:
Institutional/Public
Existing Zoning:
Rural
Existing Landuse:
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Rural
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City Hall
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College Station, TX 77840
College Station, TX
Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:316-0292 Name:Marek Self-Storage Rezoning
Status:Type:Rezoning Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/9/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending
Chapter 12, "Unified Development Ordinance," Section 12-4.2, "Official Zoning Map," of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by changing the zoning district boundaries from R
Rural to PDD Planned Development District for approximately nine acres being situated in the Samuel
Davidson League, Abstract NO. 13, Brazos County, Texas. Said tract being the remainder of a called
5 acre tract of land as described by a deed to Rose E. Logan recorded in Volume 314, Page 708 of
the Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas, and being situated in the Samuel Davidson League,
Abstract NO. 13, College Station, Brazos County, Texas. Said tract being all of a called 3.78 acre tract
of land as described by a deed to South Wellborn, LTD recorded in Volume 7043, Page 90 of the
Official Public Records of Brazos County, Texas, generally located at 15797 FM2154, north of the
Crossroad Woods Subdivision near intersection of Wellborn Road (FM 2154) and Greens Prairie Trail.
Case #REZ2016-000012 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the June 9, 2016 City
Council meeting - subject to change)
Sponsors:Jessica Bullock
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:Staff Report
Application
Rezoning Map
Concept Plan
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending
Chapter 12, "Unified Development Ordinance," Section 12-4.2, "Official Zoning Map," of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by changing the zoning district boundaries from R
Rural to PDD Planned Development District for approximately nine acres being situated in the
Samuel Davidson League, Abstract NO. 13, Brazos County, Texas. Said tract being the remainder of
a called 5 acre tract of land as described by a deed to Rose E. Logan recorded in Volume 314, Page
708 of the Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas, and being situated in the Samuel Davidson
League, Abstract NO. 13, College Station, Brazos County, Texas. Said tract being all of a called 3.78
acre tract of land as described by a deed to South Wellborn, LTD recorded in Volume 7043, Page 90
of the Official Public Records of Brazos County, Texas, generally located at 15797 FM2154, north of
the Crossroad Woods Subdivision near intersection of Wellborn Road (FM 2154) and Greens Prairie
Trail. Case #REZ2016-000012 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the June 9, 2016 City
Council meeting - subject to change)
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REZONING REQUEST
FOR
Crossroads Self-Storage
REZ2016-000012
REQUEST: R Rural to PDD Planned Development District
SCALE: Approximately 9 acres
LOCATION: 15797 FM 2154
Being situated in the Samuel Davidson League, Abstract NO. 13,
Brazos County, Texas. Said tract being the remainder of a called 5
acre tract of land as described by a deed to Rose E. Logan recorded
in Volume 314, Page 708 of the Deed Records of Brazos County,
Texas, and being situated in the Samuel Davidson League, Abstract
NO. 13, College Station, Brazos County, Texas. Said tract being all of
a called 3.78 acre tract of land as described by a deed to South
Wellborn, LTD recorded in Volume 7043, Page 90 of the Official
Public Records of Brazos County, Texas, generally located north of
the Crossroad Woods Subdivision near intersection of Wellborn Road
(FM 2154) and Greens Prairie Trail
APPLICANT: Crissy Hartl, Mitchell & Morgan, LLP
PROJECT MANAGER: Jessica Bullock, Senior Planner
jbullock@cstx.gov
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the PDD Planned Development
District zoning request and associated Concept Plan.
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NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: May 19, 2016
Advertised Council Hearing Date: June 9, 2016
The following neighborhood organizations that are registered with the City of College Station’s
Neighborhood Services have received a courtesy letter of notification of this public hearing:
Estates of Royder Ridge
Property owner notices mailed: 10
Contacts in support: None
Contacts in opposition: None
Inquiry contacts: One
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use
North
Institutional/Public
R Rural Commercial Warehouse
South Restricted Suburban R Rural Crossroad Woods
East
Institutional/Public
Restricted Suburban
R Rural Future CSISD Site
Estates of Royder Ridge
West
(Across Wellborn Rd)
Rural R Rural
Undeveloped
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexation: May 2015
Zoning: R Rural (2015)
Final Plat: Unplatted
Site development: Marek Self-Storage
REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan: The existing Future Land Use and
Character designation on the property is Restricted Suburban, with a pending application to
amend the plan to General Commercial and Suburban Commercial.
Land Use – General Commercial: intended for concentrations of commercial activities that
cater to both nearby residents and to the larger community or region. Generally these
areas tend to be large in size and located near the intersection of two regionally significant
roads (arterials and freeways). It is preferred that in such areas development be
concentrated in nodes rather than spread out in strips.
Land Use – Suburban Commercial: intended for concentrations of commercial activities that
cater primarily to nearby residents versus the larger community or region. Generally, these
areas tend to be small in size and located adjacent to major roads (arterials and collectors).
Design of these structures is compatible in size, roof type and pitch, architecture, and lot
coverage with the surrounding single-family residential use.
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The site is currently developed as Crossroads Storage which began prior to annexation.
The proposed PDD Planned Development District zoning uses a base zoning district of GC
General Commercial and SC Suburban Commercial and aims to make the current use
conforming while allowing for expansion.
If the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use and Character Map amendment to General Commercial and Suburban
Commercial, the proposed PDD will be in compliance. If the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommends denial of the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and
Character Map amendment, the proposed PDD will not be in compliance.
2. Compatibility with the present zoning and conforming uses of nearby property and
with the character of the neighborhood: The surrounding area is currently zoned R
Rural and was annexed into the city in May 2015. Established subdivisions adjacent to the
subject property include Estates of Royder Ridge and Crossroad Woods.
The PDD proposes two base zoning districts, GC General Commercial and SC Suburban
Commercial. While GC General Commercial allows for more intense commercial uses,
SC Suburban Commercial is intended to be compatible with single-family neighborhoods.
The concept plan is designed in a manner that SC Suburban Commercial will be used on
the southern portion, where the boundary is shared with the established subdivisions. The
northern portion of the site will develop under GC General Commercial and primarily
borders a site to be developed by the College Station Independent School District.
The site began to develop in the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) as self-storage prior to
annexation. Buildings on the northern tract are currently used for self-storage and those
on the southern tract are used for office space. The proposal of two zoning districts reflect
the existing uses and allow applicable ordinance regulations to protect the residential area,
such as heightened buffer requirements, and lighting restrictions. This rezoning will allow
continued development while bringing the current use into compliance.
3. Suitability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the
district that would be made applicable by the proposed amendment: The proposed
PDD uses a base zoning district of GC General Commercial and SC Suburban Commercial.
The use of storage/self-storage started when the property was in the Extraterritorial
Jurisdiction (ETJ). After annexation, expansion of the use and site continued. The PDD
aims to make the current use conforming and provide area for further expansion. The
property is suitable for the uses of office and storage/self-storage proposed in the PDD.
4. Suitability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the
district applicable to the property at the time of the proposed amendment: When this
area was annexed in 2015, it received the R Rural zoning designation which allows for
single-family residential development and agricultural activities. This zoning district is
standard for all annexation that occurs in College Station and was not specifically intended
to accommodate for the existing land uses within the Wellborn Community. Under this
zoning district, existing commercial uses were made non-conforming, but are able to
continue operating under a grandfathered status.
After annexation, the site was able to continue development based on approvals received
from the County prior to annexation. This rezoning is required for continued development
on the site.
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5. Marketability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the
district applicable to the property at the time of the proposed amendment: The
subject property is currently zoned R Rural and is developed as a storage/self-storage
facility. The property is has limited marketability under the current zoning district with a non-
conforming developed use.
6. Availability of water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation facilities generally
suitable and adequate for the proposed use: Water service will be served by Wellborn
Special Utility District. The subject tract will not have access to City sewer, and On-Site
Sewage Facility will be required. The On-Site Sewage Facility will need to meet the Brazos
County Health Departments and TCEQ requirements. There is currently no sewer master
planned in this area to serve the subject tract. Public infrastructure will be required to be
designed and constructed in accordance with the B/CS Unified Design Guidelines.
The site generally drains towards Peach Creek South Tributary that runs along the rear
property. With further site development, detention will be required. Drainage improvements
are required to be designed and constructed in accordance with the B/CS Unified
Stormwater Design Guidelines, and site development impacts on the drainage system will be
evaluated further at that time.
As part of the rezoning, a Traffic Impact Analysis letter was provided indicating that less than
150 trips are anticipated during the peak hour. The site’s trip generation will be analyzed
again with the site plan application to verify that additional improvements to the
transportation system are not warranted.
REVIEW OF CONCEPT PLAN
The Concept Plan provides an illustration of the general layout of the proposed building and
parking areas as well as other site related features. In proposing a PDD, an applicant may
also request variations to the general platting and site development standards provided that
those variations are outweighed by demonstrated community benefits of the proposed
development. The Unified Development Ordinance provides the following review criteria as
the basis for reviewing PDD Concept Plans:
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
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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.
General: The site is currently developed as a self-storage use. The proposed Concept Plan
covers the existing layout and proposes areas for expansion of offices and self-storage
buildings.
Modifications Requested: GC General Commercial is proposed as the base zoning district on
the northern portion of the site with SC Suburban Commercial on the southern portion. A
modification to have self-storage as a permitted use under SC Suburban Commercial is the only
modification requested. All other standards not expressly requested and approved will meet GC
General Commercial and SC Suburban Commercial as identified in the concept plan.
Community Benefits: The applicant states that the PDD will allow an otherwise non-
conforming use and all future improvements to be brought into compliance with the Unified
Development Ordinance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
If the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use and Character Map amendment to GC General Commercial and SC
Suburban Commercial, the proposed PDD will be in compliance. If the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommends denial of the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character
Map amendment, the proposed PDD will not be in compliance.
Staff recommends approval of the rezoning request and associated Concept Plan to allow an
existing site to continue developing in compliance with the Unified Development Ordinance.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS
1. Application
2. Rezoning Map
3. Concept Plan
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Legislation Details (With Text)
File #: Version:216-0290 Name:Brazos County MUD No. 2
Status:Type:Report Agenda Ready
File created:In control:5/8/2016 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular
On agenda:Final action:5/19/2016
Title:Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a recommendation to the City
Council on a petition to form Brazos County Municipal Utility District No. 2, generally located along
Peach Creek between FM 2154 and State Highway 6 South in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
Sponsors:Lance Simms
Indexes:
Code sections:
Attachments:Memo
Vicinity Map
Land Use Plan
MUD Application
Action ByDate Action ResultVer.
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a recommendation to the City
Council on a petition to form Brazos County Municipal Utility District No. 2, generally located along
Peach Creek between FM 2154 and State Highway 6 South in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Lance Simms, Director of Planning & Development Services
DATE: 10 May 2016
SUBJECT: Review and Recommendation of Brazos County MUD No. 2
Item
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a recommendation to the
City Council on a petition to form Brazos County Municipal Utility District No. 2, generally located
along Peach Creek between FM 2154 and State Highway 6 South in the City’s Extraterritorial
Jurisdiction.
Background
The City recently received a petition to form Brazos County Municipal Utility District (MUD) No. 2,
located in the City’s ETJ. The petition requests the ability to form up to five MUDs with a proposed
tax rate of $1 per $100 assessed valuation. Since the proposed MUD is located within the City’s
ETJ, the City’s consent is needed for the applicant to pursue approval of the MUD through the
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. The proposed MUD will develop, operate, maintain,
and issue bonds for financing the construction of needed infrastructure (water, sewer, drainage,
and streets) for the district and levy and assess a tax on property within the district to pay
operational and maintenance expenses associated with the planned infrastructure.
A summary of the proposed MUD is provided below:
• Total area = 2,354 acres
• 1,908 single-family homes ranging from $288 K to $1.59 million in price
• Single-family lots ranging from 1/3 acre to 2 acres in size
• 258 acres of commercial development
• 33 acres of civic / institutional uses
• 1,062 acres of conservation space
• Total cost of projects financed by the MUD = $117 million ($106 million for water,
wastewater, and drainage - $11 million for roads)
• Projected property value at full buildout = $974,255,000
MUD No. 2 Memo – Pg. 2
The City’s adopted policy regarding the creation, operation, and dissolution of MUDs provides the
following prerequisites for consideration when evaluating applications for MUDs located in the
ETJ:
1. Whether the City has already made plans to annex or provide municipal services to the
area proposed for inclusion in the District within the next five years, and
2. Whether the proposed area for the District lies in the ETJ of two or more cities
The determination regarding both considerations above is negative. Therefore, the City should
give consideration to granting conditional consent as outlined in the City’s adopted MUD policy.
It is important to note that the applicant has agreed to comply with the City’s adopted MUD policy,
including the conditions for consent. The City’s MUD policy addresses the City Council’s consent
related to issuance of bonds by the District, development agreements designed to extend the
City’s planning authority over the land contained within the District, and a Strategic Partnership
Agreement that outline the terms for future annexation.
Compliance with the Comprehensive Plan:
Chapter Two, Community Character, of the Comprehensive Plan designates this area as “Rural”
on the Future Land Use and Character Map. The Rural destination in and around College Station
include areas that exhibit countryside, agricultural, and natural character. Countryside is typically
dominated by a few lots of estate size fronting a road surrounded by agricultural or natural lands.
The latter two tend to be determined by uses – crop or ranching in agricultural areas and wooded
or savannah lands in natural areas. Rural areas tend to be more sensitive than other character
areas to intrusions from incompatible development.
Chapter Two of the Comprehensive Plan also speaks to the need to protect Rural areas in the ETJ
and preserving natural areas. Streams, stands of trees, pastures, and open areas contribute
significantly to the character of an area. Retention of these natural areas further acknowledges
the limitations of public services and infrastructure in the ETJ.
Given the proposed density, open space preservation, and overall development pattern within
MUD No. 2, staff believes that the proposed development is consistent with the goals and vision
of the City’s Comprehensive Plan for the area.
Attachments
1. Vicinity Map
2. Conceptual Land Use Plan
3. MUD Petition Application