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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/21/2017 - Agenda Packet - Planning & Zoning CommissionPlanning and Zoning Commission Workshop College Station, TX 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, September 21, 2017 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 Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the consideration of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work. 17-05484. Sponsors:Golbabai 2017 Plan of WorkAttachments: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding Sidewalk Fee-In-Lieu Fund requirements and available resources as a part of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work. 17-05335. Sponsors:Hovde Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding requirements for preliminary plans, non-conformities, and non-residential landscaping as a part of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work. 17-05406. Sponsors:Golbabai MemoAttachments: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings: *Monday, September 25, 2017 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison - Oldham) *Thursday, October 5, 2017 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m. 17-05397. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an update on the following items: *A Rezoning for approximately one acre located at 100 & 200 Fairview Avenue from GS General Suburban to PDD Planned Development District. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on August 17-05388. Page 1 College Station, TX Printed on 9/15/2017 September 21, 2017Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop Meeting Agenda - Final 17, 2017, and voted (4-0-1) to recommend approval of the request. The City Council heard this item on September 11, 2017, and voted (4-3) to approve the request. *An Ordinance amending requirements for utility easements. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on August 17, 2017, and voted (5-0) to recommend approval of the request. The City Council heard this item on September 11, 2017, and voted (7-0) to approve the request. *An Ordinance amending the "Use Table" to permit uses of Health Club/Sports Facility Indoor and Health Club/Sports Facility Outdoor in the Commercial Industrial zoning district. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on August 17, 2017, and voted (5-0) to recommend approval of the request. The City Council heard this item on September 11, 2017, and voted (7-0) to approve the request. 9. Discussion, review and possible action regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board, BioCorridor Board. 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. 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. APPROVED _____________________ City Manager I certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted at College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas, on September 15, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. _____________________ City Secretary This building is wheelchair accessible. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services such as interpreters, readers, or large print are asked to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (979) 764-3541, TDD at 1-800-735-2989, or email adaassistance@cstx.gov at least two business days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. If the City does not receive notification at least two business days prior to the meeting, the City will make a Page 2 College Station, TX Printed on 9/15/2017 September 21, 2017Planning and Zoning Commission Workshop Meeting Agenda - Final reasonable attempt to provide the necessary accommodations. Penal Code § 30.07. Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun. "Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun) A Person Licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (Handgun Licensing Law), may not enter this Property with a Handgun that is Carried Openly." Codigo Penal § 30.07. Traspasar Portando Armas de Mano al Aire Libre con Licencia. “Conforme a la Seccion 30.07 del codigo penal (traspasar portando armas de mano al aire libre con licencia), personas con licencia bajo del Sub-Capitulo H, Capitulo 411, Codigo de Gobierno (Ley de licencias de arma de mano), no deben entrar a esta propiedad portando arma de mano al aire libre.” Page 3 College Station, TX Printed on 9/15/2017 Page 1 of 6 2017 Planning & Zoning Commission Plan of Work Comprehensive Plan Items Implementation of Adopted Plans Summary: 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. Project Dates: Staff Assigned: P&DS Staff Anticipated Completion: Thoroughfare Plan Update Summary: Project Dates: The Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is in the process of updating its Concept Map for the BCS region. Once adopted by the MPO, the city is anticipating taking action to amend the Thoroughfare Plan to align with the changes in the MPO’s regional Concept Map. 06/15/17: Provide an update on the BCS Thoroughfare Concept Map as adopted by the MPO and provide information on the City’s next steps to amend the current Thoroughfare Master Plan. Presentation at P&Z Workshop. (JS) Staff Assigned: Jason Schubert Initiated: June 15, 2017 Bicycle, Pedestrian and Greenways Master Plan Update Summary: Bring additional updates to the Planning and Zoning Commission as the Master Plan update moves forward. Project Dates: Staff Assigned: Venessa Garza Anticipated Completion: December 2017 Page 2 of 6 Neighborhood Integrity Items *Traffic Calming Toolkit Summary: Receive information regarding the current traffic calming policy and devices (speed pillows, etc.), and including updates as recommended by the Council Transportation and Mobility Committee. Additionally receive update on the implementation of the neighborhood parking toolbox created by the Neighborhood Transportation Task Force. Project Dates: Staff Assigned: Troy Rother & Jason Schubert Anticipated Completion: January 2017 Student Housing in Established Single-Family Neighborhoods Summary: Research best practices from peer university communities regarding the management of student housing in single-family neighborhoods. Explore the possibility of expanding options for Neighborhood Conservation Overlay (NCO), mitigate the impacts to on-street parking and drainage and provide educational opportunities for Homeowner’s Associations and Neighborhood Associations Project Dates: 4/20/17: Follow up discussion regarding the presentation on student housing in established single-family neighborhoods. 8/17/17: Presentation on Neighborhood Services (Barbara Moore) Staff Assigned: Jenifer Paz, Rachel Lazo & Jade Broadnax Anticipated Completion: November 2017 UDO Regulatory Items Update on Off-Street Parking Requirements Summary: Provide options to allow flexibility to off- street parking requirements. Receive direction on future UDO text amendments. Project Dates: 5/4/17: Additional presentation and discussion on potential amendments or additions to the City’s current off-street parking requirements. 8/3/2017: Presentation of Draft UDO Amendments to 12-7.3 Off-Street Parking Requirements. 8/24/2017: UDO Amendments to 12-7.3 Off- Street Parking Requirements adopted by City Council. Staff Assigned: Justin Golbabai Completed: August 24, 2017 Page 3 of 6 Evaluation of UDO Regulations Summary: Project Dates: Review UDO requirements that add minimal value as identified by staff and consider opportunities to reduce regulations and streamline processes. 06/01/17 Presentation of staff's initial list of identified opportunities to reduce regulations and streamline processes. 06/15/2017: Comprehensive Plans and Rezoning staff reports revised to new coversheet format. 7/6/2017: Presentation of Draft UDO Amendments to eliminate certain screening requirements and eliminate the visual treatment for exposed concrete. 7/27/17: City Council adopts ordinance amendment to eliminate certain screening requirements and eliminate the visual treatment for exposed concrete. 8/3/2017: Presentation of Draft UDO Amendment on Off-Street Parking Requirements which includes the elimination of large parking lot concepts and allowing laydown curbs adjacent to buildings. Also, Preliminary Plan and Final Plat staff reports revised to new abbreviated format. 8/24/2017: The elimination of large parking lot concepts, allowing laydown curbs adjacent to buildings, and adopted by City Council as part of revisions to the parking ordinances. 8/30/17: Public meeting held for feedback on staff proposals regarding Preliminary Plans and Non- Conformities. 9/11/17: City Council adopted ordinance amendment increasing discretion granted to staff regarding requirements for easements. Provides flexibility to the requirement for 20- foot PUEs at the rear of all lots. 9/21/17: Presentation on staff’s initial ideas and public feedback for UDO amendments for changes to the preliminary plan process and requirements for non-conforming properties. Staff Assigned: Justin Golbabai Anticipated Initiation: June 1, 2017 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: Molly Hitchcock, Rachel Lazo & Legal Anticipated Completion: December 2017 Page 4 of 6 Suburban Commercial Land Use and Zoning Summary: Under City Council direction, review current Comprehensive Plan land use description and zoning ordinance requirements of the Suburban Commercial zoning district and provide options for future text amendments. Project Dates: 8/30/17: Public meeting held for feedback on staff proposals regarding options for the Suburban Commercial zoning district. 10/5/17: Planned presentation on staff’s initial ideas and public feedback for changes to the suburban commercial zoning district. Staff Assigned: Madison Thomas, Jenifer Paz, Alaina Helton Anticipated Completion: October 2017 Bicycle Rack Standards Summary: Under City Council direction, review current non- residential parking requirements for providing on- site bicycle parking facilities. Project Dates: 9/5/17: Presentation to the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board on current bicycle parking requirements and staff’s recommended revisions. 9/7/17: Presentation to Planning and Zoning Commission on current bicycle parking requirements and staff’s recommended revisions. Staff Assigned: Alaina Helton & Madison Thomas Anticipated Completion: December 2017 Non-Residential Landscaping Requirements Summary: Review current city landscaping requirements (including streetscaping and buffer standards) and the water usage needed to maintain current landscaping requirements. Explore options for water-conserving landscaping. Project Dates: 8/30/17: Public meeting held for feedback on staff proposals regarding options for the Suburban Commercial zoning district. 9/21/17: Presentation on staff’s initial ideas and the public feedback on those ideas regarding non-residential landscaping requirements. Staff Assigned: Rachel Lazo, Madison Thomas, Jade Broadnax Anticipated Completion: December 2017 Page 5 of 6 On-Going Items Economic Development Updates Summary: 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 Rellis Campus revitalization effort. Project Dates: 06/15/17: Presentation of a quarterly update on Economic Development efforts and land availability for commercial uses. Presentation at P&Z Workshop. (NR) Staff Assigned: Economic Development Anticipated Completion: On-Going Semi-Annual Review of Pre-Application Conference Surveys Summary: Provide an update on the survey results from the Pre-Application Conference process. Project Dates: 3/16/17: Provided an update on the status of the PAC meeting process and implementation of the PAC survey. Presentation at P&Z Workshop. (MB) 10/19/17: P&Z Workshop presentation to provide an update on the status of the PAC meeting process and implementation of the PAC survey. (JG) Staff Assigned: Justin Golbabai Anticipated Completion: On-Going Educational/informational Items Parkland Dedication Summary: Review of parkland dedication requirements and available resources. Project Dates: 7/6/17: Staff presented information regarding parkland dedication requirements and summary or parks and greenways master plan. Staff Assigned: Jenifer Paz Completed: July 6, 2017 Sidewalk Fee-in-Lieu Summary: Review of sidewalk fund requirements and available resources. Project Dates: 9/21/17: Staff presenting information regarding sidewalk fund requirements and available resources. Staff Assigned: Lauren Hovde & Rachel Lazo Anticipated Completion: September 21, 2017 Block Length and Block Perimeter Summary: Review of current requirements regarding block length and block perimeter. Project Dates: 8/3/2017: Presentation of a review of current requirements regarding block length and block perimeter. Follow-up presentation requested for staff proposed amendments to this section. Staff Assigned: Justin Golbabai & Jason Schubert Completed: August 3, 2017 Page 6 of 6 Public Hearing Notifications Summary: Review current community notification requirements and practices for cases involving a public hearing. Project Dates: Staff Assigned: Lance Simms Anticipated Completion: October 19, 2017 Mueller Report Update Summary: Update on the implementation of the 2013 Organizational Review of P&DS (AKA “Mueller Report”) Project Dates: 07/20/17: Presentation of an update on the implementation of the Mueller Report. Staff Assigned: Lance Simms Completed: July 20, 2017 Review of Development Fees Summary: Evaluation of the effect of development fees on the price of single family housing to the homeowner and an overview of the financial context of development fees for the City. Project Dates: Staff Assigned: Justin Golbabai & Alaina Helton Anticipated Completion: November 2017 Planning & Development Services  1101 Texas Avenue, PO Box 9960  College Station, TX 77840 Office 979.764.3570 / Fax 979.764.3496 MEMORANDUM September 11, 2017 TO: Members of the Planning & Zoning Commission FROM: Justin Golbabai, AICP, CNU-A, Planning Administrator SUBJECT: Plan of Work Update – Update on Preliminary Plans, Non-Conformities, and Non-Residential Landscaping Requirements Item: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding requirements for preliminary plans, non- conformities, and non-residential landscaping as a part of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work. Background: On August 30th, Planning and Development Services held two public meetings in a “come and go” format to receive input from stakeholders in the development community, neighborhood associations, and the general public on potential changes to the Unified Development Ordinance being explored as part of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work. The topic areas covered in those public meetings were as follows: Topic Public Input Requested Streamlining the Preliminary Plan Process How to effectively streamline the Preliminary Plan process. Requirements for Redeveloping Non-Conforming Properties How to provide properties that currently do not comply with the UDO more flexibility to redevelop. Non-Residential Landscaping Requirements Feedback on the City’s current landscaping requirements, including streetscaping and buffer standards, and input on ways to provide more water-conserving options. The Suburban Commercial Zoning District How to increase the development viability of the Suburban Commercial zoning district in a way that is compatible with surrounding neighborhoods. This presentation is to summarize staff’s initial ideas and the public feedback on those ideas for requirements for the preliminary plan process, non-conforming properties, and non-residential Planning & Development Services  1101 Texas Avenue, PO Box 9960  College Station, TX 77840 Office 979.764.3570 / Fax 979.764.3496 landscaping. Staff is seeking Planning and Zoning Commission’s direction and feedback on these items. A separate presentation to discuss staff’s initial ideas and public feedback for the Suburban Commercial zoning district is planned for workshop at Planning and Zoning Commission’s next meeting on October 5th. Planning and Zoning Commission Regular College Station, TX Meeting Agenda - Final City Hall 1101 Texas Ave College Station, TX 77840 The City Council may or may not attend the Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting. City Hall Council Chambers7:00 PMThursday, September 21, 2017 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. *Jeremy Osborne ~ September 7, 2017 *Keith Williamson ~ September 7, 2017 *Jane Kee ~ September 21, 2017 17-05274.1 Jeremy Osborne Keith WIilliamson Jane Kee Attachments: Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting minutes. *September 7, 2017 ~ Workshop *September 7, 2017 ~ Regular 17-05414.2 Page 1 College Station, TX Printed on 9/15/2017 September 21, 2017Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda - Final September 7 2017 Workshop September 7 2017 Regular 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 Appendix A, "Unified Development Ordinance," Section 4.2, "Official Zoning Map," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by changing the zoning district boundaries from PDD Planned Development District to PDD Planned Development District for approximately 11.19 acres located at 410 Texas Avenue. Case #REZ2017-000014 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the October 12, 2017 City Council meeting - subject to change) 17-05476. Sponsors:Paz Staff Report SAM & Aerial Background Information Application Rezoning Map Concept Plan Concept Plan - Cross Section Sign Packet Attachments: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan by amending Maps B and C within the “Parks and Recreation Master Plan” and revising Neighborhood Park Zones and Community Park Zones. (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the October 12, 2017 City Council meeting - subject to change) 17-05327. Sponsors:Schmitz Memo Proposed Park Zone Maps Attachments: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance, Section 8.8(A) “Purpose”, Section 8.8(C)(9) “Use of Fees”, Section 8.8(F)(2) “Special Fund; Right to Refund”; of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, regarding Parkland Dedication. (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the October 12, 2017 17-04778. Page 2 College Station, TX Printed on 9/15/2017 September 21, 2017Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda - Final City Council meeting - subject to change) Sponsors:Schmitz Memo Summary of Changes Proposed Park Zones Maps Attachments: 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. APPROVED _____________________ City Manager I certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted at College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas, on September 15, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. _____________________ City Secretary This building is wheelchair accessible. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services such as interpreters, readers, or large print are asked to contact the City Secretary’s Office at (979) 764-3541, TDD at 1-800-735-2989, or email adaassistance@cstx.gov at least two business days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. If the City does not receive notification at least two business days prior to the meeting, the City will make a reasonable attempt to provide the necessary accommodations. Penal Code § 30.07. Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun. "Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (Trespass by License Holder with an Openly Carried Handgun) A Person Licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (Handgun Licensing Law), may not enter this Property with a Handgun that is Carried Openly." Codigo Penal § 30.07. Traspasar Portando Armas de Mano al Aire Libre con Licencia. Page 3 College Station, TX Printed on 9/15/2017 September 21, 2017Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda - Final “Conforme a la Seccion 30.07 del codigo penal (traspasar portando armas de mano al aire libre con licencia), personas con licencia bajo del Sub-Capitulo H, Capitulo 411, Codigo de Gobierno (Ley de licencias de arma de mano), no deben entrar a esta propiedad portando arma de mano al aire libre.” Page 4 College Station, TX Printed on 9/15/2017 Jeremy Osborne September 5, 2017 September 7, 2017 Unable to attend Absence Request Form For Elected and Appointed Officers Name: Keith Williamson Request Submitted on September 4, 2017 I will not be in attendance at the meeting on September 7, 2017 for the reason specified: (Date) Signature Keith Williamson Kristen, I need to request an absence for this Thursday's P&z meeting. Keith Williamson Absence Request Form For Elected and Appointed Officers Name Jane Kee Request Submitted on September 7, 2017 I will not be in attendance at the meeting on September 21, 2017 for the reason specified: (Date) Unavailable for September 21st P&Z Meeting. Signature Jane Kee September 7, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 3 MINUTES PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Workshop Meeting September 7, 2017 6:00 p.m. CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS College Station, Texas COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jane Kee, Casey Oldham, Johnny Burns, Elianor Vessali and Bill Mather COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Keith Williamson, Jeremy Osborne CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lance Simms, Molly Hitchcock, Carol Cotter, Justin Golbabai, Jenifer Paz, Alaina Helton, Rachel Lazo, Madison Thomas, Jade Broadnax, Jason Schubert, Kevin Ferrer, Tim Horn, Anthony Armstrong, Venessa Garza, Adam Falco, Eric Chafin and Kristen Hejny 1. Call the meeting to order. Chairperson Kee called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. 2. Discussion of consent and regular agenda items. There was no discussion. 3. Discussion of new development applications submitted to the City. New Development Link: www.cstx.gov/newdev There was no discussion. 4. Discussion of Minor and Amending Plats approved by Staff. *Final Plat ~ Minor Replat ~ The Woodlands of College Station Subdivision Lots 3R-1R1 & 3R-1R2 ~ Case #FP2017-000008 5. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the consideration of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work. Planning Administrator Golbabai presented updates on this item to the Commission. 6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding bicycle parking standards. Senior Planner Helton presented Bicycle Parking Requirements and Standards to the Commission including input from the public and a recommendation from the Bicycle, Pedestrian and Greenways Advisory Board. Commissioner Oldham arrived at 6:13 p.m. Commissioner Oldham suggested reaching out to the restaurant association, Midway developers and the apartment association, for feedback on bicycle regulations. September 7, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 3 There was general consensus amongst the Commission that staff conduct a more data driven approach. The Commission was also, leaning toward market driven approach with no desire for trading automobile parking for bicycle parking. The Commission requested staff perform additional requested research and present to the Commission during a future Planning & Zoning meeting before presenting to City Council. 7. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings: *Monday, September 11, 2017 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison – Osborne) *Thursday, September 21, 2017 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 5:30 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m. 8. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an update on the following items: *A Comprehensive Plan Amendment for approximately one acre located at 1500 Earl Rudder Freeway South from Suburban Commercial to General Commercial. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on August 3, 2017, and the vote to recommend approval failed (0-7). The City Council heard this item on August 24, 2017, and voted (5-1) to deny the request. *A Rezoning for approximately one acre located at 1500 Earl Rudder Freeway South from O Office to GC General Commercial. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on August 3, 2017, and voted (7-0) to recommend denial. The City Council heard this item on August 24, 2017, and voted (6- 0) to deny the request. *A Comprehensive Plan Amendment for approximately two acres located at 12055 FM 2154 from Suburban Commercial to General Commercial. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on August 3, 2017, and voted (7-0) recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on August 24, 2017, and voted (6-0) to approve the request. *A Rezoning for approximately two acres located at 12055 FM 2154 from R Rural to GC General Commercial. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on August 3, and voted (7-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on August 24, 2017, and voted (6-0) to approve the request. *An Ordinance Amendment amending Chapter 12 Off-Street Parking Standards. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on August 3, 2017, and voted (7-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on August 24, 2017, and voted (6-0) to approve the request. 9. Discussion, review and possible action regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board, Bio Corridor Board. There was no discussion. 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. September 7, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 3 There were no items discussed. 11. Adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 7:04 p.m. Approved: Attest: ______________________________ ________________________________ Jane Kee, Chairman Kristen Hejny, Admin. Support Specialist Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services September 7, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 5 MINUTES PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Regular Meeting September 7, 2017, 7:00 p.m. CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS College Station, Texas COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jane Kee, Casey Oldham, Johnny Burns, Elianor Vessali and Bill Mather COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Keith Williamson, Jeremy Osborne CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Barry Moore CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lance Simms, Molly Hitchcock, Carol Cotter, Justin Golbabai, Jenifer Paz, Alaina Helton, Rachel Lazo, Madison Thomas, Jade Broadnax, Jason Schubert, Kevin Ferrer, Tim Horn, Anthony Armstrong, Adam Falco, Eric Chafin and Kristen Hejny 1. Call Meeting to Order Chairperson Kee called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Hear Citizens 4. Consent Agenda 4.1 Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting minutes. *August 17, 2017 Workshop *August 17, 2017 Regular 4.2 Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Preliminary Plan for Ace Townhomes consisting of 63 residential lots and one commercial lot on approximately 10 acres located at the intersection of State Highway 30 and Copperfield Parkway. Case #PP2017-000006 4.3 Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Preliminary Plan for Indian Lakes Phases 33, 34, 35 & 36, consisting of 33 single-family lots on approximately 60.3 acres located south of the intersection of Sacred Arrow Drive and Anasazi Bluff Drive. Case #PP2017-000008 Commissioner Mather motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items 4.1 - 4.3. Commissioner Vessali seconded the motion, motion passed (5-0). Regular Agenda 5. Consideration, possible action, and discussion on items removed from the Consent Agenda by Commission Action. September 7, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 5 No items were removed. 6. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Final Plat for Aggieland Business Park Phase 1, 2A and 2B Block 1 Lots 2R, 3R-1, 3R-3, 4R-1, 4R-3, 5R, 6R-1 & 6R-2 being a replat of Aggieland Business Park Phase 1, 2A, 2B consisting of 10 lots on approximately 19.92 acres located at 6031 Imperial Loop. Case #FPCO2016-000026 Staff Planner Thomas presented the Final Plat to the Commission and recommended approval. Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing. No one spoke. Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing. Commissioner Oldham motioned to approve the Final Plat as presented. Commissioner Burns seconded the motion, the motion passed (5-0). 7. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Final Plat for Cordova Ridge Subdivision being a replat of Bald Prairie Subdivision, Lot 3A, Block 1 consisting of 22 single-family lots and one common area lot on approximately 4.3 acres, generally located at 14020 Renee Lane. Case #FP2016-000001 Staff Planner Thomas presented the Final Plat to the Commission and recommended approval. Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing. No one spoke. Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing. Commissioner Oldham motioned to approve the Final Plat as presented. Commissioner Burns seconded the motion, the motion passed (5-0). 8. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Final Plat for Williams Creek Lake Estates Subdivision, including Block 1, Lot 8R, 10R-12R and Common Area 6, Block 3, Lot 13R and Common Area 1R being a replat of Williams Creek Lake Estates Subdivision Block 1, Lots 8, 10-13 and Block 3, Common Area 1 consisting of five single-family residential lots and two common areas on approximately 16 acres located at 4415 Williams Lake Drive, generally located east of Rock Prairie Road and north of Williams Lake Drive. Case #FP2016-000050 Staff Planner Thomas presented the Final Plat to the Commission and recommended approval. Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing. No one spoke. Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing. September 7, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 5 Commissioner Mather motioned to approve the Final Plat as presented. Commissioner Oldham seconded the motion, the motion passed (5-0). 9. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 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 E Estate for approximately 5 acres located at 15590 White’s Creek Lane. Case #REZ2017- 000020 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the September 25, 2017 City Council meeting – subject to change) Staff Planner Lazo presented the Rezoning to the Commission and recommended approval. Commissioner Mather asked for information regarding any floodplain or drainage on the property. Graduate Engineer I Armstrong stated that although there is not any Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) floodplain, the applicant will be required to meet Standard BCS Guidelines for storm water. Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing. Jeff Durham, 15709 White’s Creek Lane, College Station, spoke regarding concerns of potential commercial development on this property. Mr. Durham also presented concerns for the characterization of the neighborhood. Jenny Hobson, 15721 White’s Creek Lane, College Station, spoke regarding concerns for a new development adding traffic on White’s Creek Lane. Rebecca Fielding, property owner, spoke on the type of development planned for the property. Applicant, JC Wall, 5839 Foster Road, Bryan, spoke on his plans for the development of the property. Commissioner Vessali asked about the private road. Staff Planner Lazo stated that the private road will be the responsibility of the homeowners. Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing. Commissioner Kee asked about the maximum number of lots allowed on White’s Creek Lane. Commissioner Oldham motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning as presented. Commissioner Burns seconded the motion. There was general discussion. The motion passed (5-0). 10. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 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 September 7, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 5 Rural to GS General Suburban for approximately 14 acres located at 3387 Barron Cut-Off Road. Case #REZ2017-000021 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the September 25, 2017 City Council meeting – subject to change) Staff Planner Lazo presented the Rezoning to the Commission and recommended approval. Applicant, Joe Schultz, 3208 Innsbruck Circle, College Station, was available for questions from the Commission. Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing. No one spoke. Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing. Commissioner Oldham motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning as presented. Commissioner Mather seconded the motion, the motion passed (5-0). 11. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 4.2, “Official Zoning Map” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by changing the zoning district boundaries CI Commercial Industrial to MF Multi-Family and NAP Natural Areas Protected for approximately 6 acres located at 1451 Associates Avenue. Case #REZ2017-000005 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the September 25, 2017 City Council meeting – subject to change) Staff Planner Thomas presented the Rezoning to the Commission and recommended approval. Applicant, Alton Ofczarzak, was available to answer any questions from the Commission. Commissioner Oldham asked if all utilities are available on this property. Mr. Ofczarzak stated that they will make connections to existing lines along Harvey Road. Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing. No one spoke. Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing. Commissioner Oldham motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning as presented. Commissioner Mather seconded the motion. There was general discussion. The motion passed (5-0). 12. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 4.2, “Official Zoning Map” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by changing the zoning district boundaries R Rural to SC Suburban Commercial, E Estate and NAP Natural Areas Protected for approximately 35 acres September 7, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 5 of land being situated at the northwest intersection of William D. Fitch Parkway and Rock Prairie Road. Case #REZ2017-000010 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the September 25, 2017 City Council meeting – subject to change) Senior Planner Paz presented the Rezoning to the Commission and recommended approval. Commissioner Mather asked for the acreage of the proposed Suburban Commercial and Estate areas of the property. Senior Planner Paz stated that the proposed acreage for Suburban Commercial zoning is 21.2 acres and Estate zoning is 9.6 acres. Applicant, Joe Gattis, 2010 Moses Creek Court, College Station, was available to answer questions from the Commission. Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing. No one spoke. Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing. Commissioner Oldham motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning as presented. Commissioner Burns seconded the motion. There was general discussion. Commissioner Mather asked about the future plans for Rock Prairie Road. Transportation Coordinator Schubert stated that based on the Thoroughfare Plan, Rock Prairie Road is a Major Arterial four-lane designation with right-of-way extending to Highway 6 corridor. The motion passed (5-0). 13. 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. 14. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m. Approved: Attest: ______________________________ ________________________________ Jane Kee, Chairman Kristen Hejny, Admin Support Specialist Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services September 21, 2017 Regular Agenda Rezoning – Northpoint Crossing To: Planning and Zoning Commission From: Jenifer Paz, AICP, Senior Planner Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Article 4 “Zoning Districts,” 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 PDD Planned Development District to PDD Planned Development District on approximately 11 acres of land being situated in Lots 1A, 2A & 3, Block 1 of the Northpoint Crossing Subdivision, more generally located at 425 Northpoint Crossing Drive. Case #REZ2017-000014 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the October 12th City Council Meeting- Subject to change.) Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the proposed rezoning and associated Concept Plan. Summary: The purpose of this request is to modify the Concept Plan of the existing PDD. This request proposes changes to the Concept Plan by reducing sidewalks along Northpoint Crossing Drive (a public way) to allow for redesign of parking along the public way that accommodates head-in parking and makes modifications to the sign ordinance in order to improve site identification and wayfinding. REVIEW CRITERIA 1. Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan: The subject property is designated as Urban and part of Redevelopment Area II on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map. The intersection of Texas Avenue and University Drive has also been identified as a Primary Arrival Gateway into the City. The Comprehensive Plan describes Urban as: This land use designation is 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. Redevelopment Area II: Texas Avenue, University Drive, and Harvey Road is described by the Comprehensive Plan as: This area includes a number of underperforming land uses that, due to their proximity to two of the busiest corridors in the City, are poised for redevelopment. Much of the area is currently subdivided into small lots, making it difficult to assemble land for redevelopment….The proximity of existing neighborhoods and the Texas A&M University campus requires careful site planning and appropriate building design. These efforts should be complimentary to the Area V: Hospitality corridor plan, the neighborhood plan for the Eastgate area, and the Texas A&M University Campus Master Plan and should focus on bringing vertical mixed use and other aspects of urban character to this portion of the City. The existing PDD zoning with associated Concept Plan is consistent with the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan to redevelop and consolidate underperforming properties in this area of the City. It provides vertical mixed use, high density multi-family, and pedestrian oriented development at the corner of Texas Avenue and University Drive in proximity to the Texas A&M University campus. This request proposes changes to the Concept Plan by reducing sidewalks along Northpoint Crossing Drive (public way) to allow for redesign of parking along the public way that accommodates head-in parking and by making modifications to the sign ordinance in order to improve site identification and wayfinding. While the reduction of sidewalk width would not typically be supported for an urban, mixed-use environment, the sidewalk width will be reduced on one side of the public way but a much wider sidewalk, in excess of the minimum requirement, will provided on the other of the public way. These modifications to the Concept Plan and PDD ordinance are intended to allow this mixed- use development reach its full potential as a successful mixed-use urban development by attracting patrons and retail business. This request is still consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. 2. Compatibility with the present zoning and conforming uses of nearby property and with the character of the neighborhood: The existing zoning and conforming uses of nearby property are consistent with this request to revise the PDD. The scale of the uses are developed at a higher intensity than the nearby existing hotel, fourplex, and restaurant uses. The Century Square development to the southwest of this property, is currently under construction and will provide a mix of uses as it develops. 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 revised PDD Planned Development District does not propose to make modifications to the uses permitted by the district. The purpose of the amendment is to improve the wayfinding and accessibility of the site in order to promote opportunity for non-residential uses to develop within the existing tenant spaces on the ground level. 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: The revised PDD Planned Development District does not propose to make modifications to the uses permitted by the district. 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 property should be considered marketable with the current zoning. The applicant requests a revision to the design of the public way, Northpoint Crossing, by reducing the sidewalk width and installing head in parking on one side of the street and revising allowed signage throughout the site to activate the commercial component of the mixed use development. 6. Availability of water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation facilities generally suitable and adequate for the proposed use: This site is served by 12-inch waterlines along Texas Avenue, University Drive, and the public way. There are 8- and 12-inch sanitary sewer gravity mains along the public way tying into the existing Hensel Park Lift Station. The lift station pumps sanitary sewer flow to the 'Northeast Trunkline' via a 12- inch force main which conveys the flow to the Carters Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. Drainage is generally to the south and west within the Wolf Pen Creek and Burton Creek Drainage Basins, respectively. As part of the previous rezoning application, a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) was submitted. To maintain the traffic level of service in this area, the following mitigation strategies have been completed: • An additional left turn bay will be added to University Drive eastbound to northbound Texas Avenue, creating a dual left configuration by modifying the existing raised median. • An additional right turn lane will be provided on southbound Texas Avenue to westbound University Drive. • On University Drive, a right turn deceleration lane for the proposed driveway will be built. The raised median on Texas Avenue will also be extended north beyond the proposed driveway location. • The former Meadowland Street intersection at University Drive has been closed and the existing median break in University Drive will be closed as well. SUMMARY OF PDD AND CONCEPT PLAN The rezoning and associated Concept Plan retain the vertical mixed use and multi-family development at the intersection of Texas Avenue and University Drive. Currently Northpoint Crossing public way has parallel parking on both sides of the street with 9-foot sidewalks and does not allow freestanding signs on the site. The proposed concept plan revises the design of the public way as shown in cross section A-A and A1-A1. The sidewalks on one side of the public way are reduced to a minimum of 5.5 feet, on the narrowest section, up to 6.33 feet on the widest section to accommodate an 18-foot deep head-in parking. Where the sidewalk is being reduced, a recessed entry of 3 feet is proposed as an option to allow for ADA compliance. The sidewalk on the opposite side of the public way, Northpoint Crossing, will provide a sidewalk ranging from approximately 12.8 to 14.4 feet wide. The rezoning also requests changes to the PDD’s sign ordinance by allowing a freestanding sign and area identification sign. Additionally, changes to the permitted wayfinding signs are also included in the request. The development will use the dimensional standards of the GC General Commercial zoning district for the commercial uses and R-6 High Density Multi-Family zoning district for the residential uses. Meritorious Modifications The following modifications have been approved with past PDD requests in 2012 and 2014, with the exception of the proposed modifications shown in bold. 1. Zoning District Standards – UDO Section 12-5.2 “Residential Dimensional Standards” and Section 12-5.4 “Non-Residential Dimensional Standards”: An increase to the maximum residential unit density from 30 units per acre to 60 units per acre is proposed. While this increase in density can be supported, it is necessary to ensure that adequate infrastructure and transportation facilities including vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian are provided for the development and surrounding area. The applicant requests to reduce minimum building setbacks for the GC General Commercial and R-6 High Density Multi-Family based zoning districts to 5 feet along all property lines with the understanding that sufficient easements for utilities will be provided. The standard building setbacks for these districts are 25-foot front setback, 7.5-foot side setback, 15-foot side street setback, and 15-foot rear setback for the GC district and 20-foot rear setback for R-6. 2. Use – UDO Section 12-6.3.C “Use Table”: The P-MUD Planned Mixed Use District is the base district for uses for the development with Health Care, Medical Clinic being added as a permitted use and Conference/Convention Center, Country Club, Duplex, Fraternal Lodge, Fuel Sales, Golf Course/Driving Range, Parking as a Primary Use, Sexual Oriented Businesses, Single-Family Detached, and Shooting Range (Indoor) uses removed from the permitted list. 3. Parking – UDO Section 12-7.3 “Off-Street Parking Standards”: The applicant proposes the standard shopping center ratio of 1 parking space per every 250 gross square feet of commercial use (1:250), though not required to provide additional parking if more than 25% of these areas are utilized as intense commercial uses. The applicant proposes the minimum residential parking requirement be reduced to one parking space per bedroom. The current ordinance requires one space per bedroom for three and four bedroom units though some additional parking is provided with one and two bedroom units (1.5 spaces/ bedroom). Parking spaces in the garage may be compact parking spaces. Also, parking along Hensel Street does not require interior or double landscape islands in the row. 4. Transportation – UDO Section 12-7.4 “Access Management and Circulation”, Section 12- 8.3.G “Blocks”, and Section 12-11.2 “Defined Terms”- Public Way: The applicant proposes some modifications to transportation related requirements: • Three driveways existed along Texas Avenue and six driveways along University Drive, including the former Meadowland Street. The Concept Plan consolidated these to one driveway on Texas Avenue and one driveway on University Drive, though they still do not meet minimum spacing standards. The applicant requests the spacing be acceptable and the concept has been agreed to by TxDOT. • The maximum block length in Urban designated areas is 660 feet with a maximum block perimeter of 2,000 feet. Based on these dimensions, two street or public way projections are required along the Public Way Section C-C toward the Texas A&M System property to the southwest. One public way stub is provided with Hensel Street also stubbed to the Texas A&M System property. It is anticipated that the Texas A&M System property will redevelop with commercial, retail, residential uses but it is not known how these connections will be incorporated into their development. • Public Ways are defined with certain dimensional and design criteria. The applicant requests to reduce the maximum curve radius from a 200-foot radius to a 45-foot radius, allow sidewalks to be back of curb instead of three feet off and have sidewalk widths as shown in the attached public way cross sections. 5. Signs – UDO Section 12-7.4 “Signs”: Instead of using standard commercial or multi-family signage as the basis, the applicant proposes to utilize the signage permitted in Wolf Pen Creek (UDO Section 12-5.8.A.11 Signs) with the following modifications: • Signs may be approved administratively by staff with appeals to staff’s interpretations being able to be considered by the Design Review Board; • Wayfinding signage (UDO Section 12-7.5.DD Campus Wayfinding Signs) is permitted for this development and may also be located at street intersections with public ways and along public ways with a maximum height of 6’4” and area of 20 square feet; • Hanging signage (UDO Section 12-5.8.B.12.c.3) is permitted with a minimum clearance of three inches from the building and edge of canopy; • Low profile freestanding signs do not have a setback requirement and may be allowed within 150 feet of each other at the interior intersection; • Light pole signage may be utilized and is limited to 21 square feet per light pole. These signs are not in lieu of freestanding signage, are intended as development identification and special event signage, will not be utilized for tenant signage, and do not count against attached signage limitations; • Attached signage used as development identification signage at the corner of Texas Avenue and University Drive may extend up to two feet from any exterior building face, mansard, awning, or canopy; • Projection signs may be used for identification signage for the general area and not count against the attached signage square feet unless they contain copy of the individual business. Projection signs may be oriented toward the public rights-of-way or public ways and one permitted per tenant per public way frontage; and • An Area Identification Sign (UDO Section 7.5.G. Area Identification Signs) is permitted at the intersection of Texas Avenue and the public way with a maximum height of 21 feet and area of 65 square feet; and • A Freestanding Sign (UDO Section 7.5.N) is permitted at the intersection of University Drive and the public way with a maximum height of 30 feet, area of 90 square feet and setback a minimum of 5 feet from the right-of-way. 6. Landscaping – UDO Section 12-7.6 “Landscaping and Tree Protection”: With the one exception as stated below, the applicant proposes to utilize the Northgate standards contained in UDO Section 12-5.8.B.9 “Landscape and Streetscape Standards” with the following modifications: • The Hensel Street portion of the development shall meet the standard requirements of UDO Section 12-7.6 Landscaping and Tree Protection; • The street trees along Texas Avenue and University Drive may be placed outside of TxDOT right-of-way. Street trees along Public Way Sections A-A and B-B shall be 50 feet on center with alternating planting areas spaced at 50 feet on center consisting of non-canopy trees, hedges or seasonal plantings. The Public Way Section C-C will have planting areas of 25 feet on center consisting of non-canopy trees, hedges, or seasonal plantings; • Building and Site Lighting shall still comply with UDO Section 12-7.11 Outdoor Lighting Standards; • The Street Lights section is not applicable as lights are owned and maintained by property owner. 7. Architecture – UDO Section 12-7.10 “Non-Residential Architecture Standards”: Instead of using this Section as the basis for architecture standards, the applicant proposes to utilize the Northgate standards contained in UDO Section 12-5.8.B.4 “Building Design Standards.” All subsections (Building Orientation and Access, Building Transparency, Architectural Relief, Roof Type, Exterior Building Material, Exterior Building Colors, and Canopies/ Awnings) shall apply to all non-residential and residential buildings. 8. Infrastructure – Section 12-3.4.A “Applicability”: Most of the property is platted though some areas are tracts of land. The applicant has requested that building permits may be issued on these tracts prior to the platting of these areas with the provision that a temporary blanket easement be placed on the property and the property platted/replatted once all utilities are constructed and relocated and before Certificates of Occupancy are issued for the buildings. Community Benefits and Additional Enhancements The following community benefits, additional enhancements and/or improvements were proposed with past requests. 1. Implementation of the Comprehensive Plan through redevelopment of an under-performing, blighted area that is designated as a Primary Arrival Gateway and described by the Comprehensive Plan as an area that should “focus on bringing vertical mixed-use and other aspects of urban development to this portion of the City.” All existing buildings will be demolished before building permits will be issued for any new construction. 2. The Northgate Building Design Standards (UDO Section 12-5.8.B.4) apply to all buildings, residential and non-residential. Currently there are no architectural requirements for residential buildings outside of the Northgate District. 3. The Northgate Bicycle Parking Standards (UDO Section 12-5.8.B.7) apply to the development except that the design of the bicycle rack design is determined by the owner and approved by the City and bicycle parking may be located within the parking garage areas. Currently there are not bicycle parking (bike rack) requirements for residential developments outside of the Northgate District. 4. Installation of a bus stop shelter as approved by the City internal to the site to promote transit usage and another along University Drive to utilize District bus service. Bus stops or bus shelters are not required by standard ordinance. 5. The Northgate Dumpster and Mechanical Equipment Standards (UDO Section 12-5.8.B.10) shall apply with the exception that vegetation may also be used as a screening tool. 6. The Northgate Outside Storage and Display Standards (UDO Section 12-5.8.B.13) shall apply to the development. 7. The parking garage on Texas Avenue is wrapped with general commercial use on ground floor and residential above and the other parking garages along the former Meadowland Street are wrapped with multi-family uses. 8. An eight-foot bicycle and pedestrian route is proposed along the majority of the southwest property line to connect multi-family buildings and two parking garages to University Drive to allow easier bicycle and pedestrian movements from the development toward the Texas A&M University campus. 9. Mitigation for the Texas Avenue and University Drive intersection is proposed through a variety of transportation improvements including the intersection and median break for the former Meadowland Street being closed, a dual left turn lane on University Drive eastbound to Texas Avenue northbound and queue length extended, a dual right turn lane on Texas Avenue southbound to University Drive westbound, multiple driveways consolidated into one driveway on Texas Avenue and one driveway on University Drive, the median on Texas Avenue will be extended north past the proposed Public Way driveway, and a deceleration lane will be added to the proposed Public Way driveway on University Drive. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of the proposed rezoning and associated Concept Plan. SUPPORTING MATERIALS 1. Location map, aerial, and small area map 2. Background Information 3. Application 4. Rezoning Map 5. Proposed Concept Plan 6. Concept Plan – Cross Section 7. Sign Packet Planning & Zoning Commission September 21, 2015 NOTIFICATIONS Advertised Commission Hearing Date: September 21, 2017 Advertised Council Hearing Dates: October 12, 2017 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: None Property owner notices mailed: 24 Contacts in support: None Contacts in opposition: None Inquiry contacts: One ADJACENT LAND USES Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use Northwest Texas A&M University CU College and University Vertical Mixed Use – Multi-Family, Retail, Restaurant (Century Square Development) Northeast Urban & Redevelopment GC General Commercial CI Commercial Industrial PDD Planned Development District Hotels, Restaurant Southeast (across University Drive) Texas A&M University CU College and University Texas A&M polo field Southwest Texas A&M University CU College and University Vertical Mixed Use – Multi-Family, Retail, Restaurant (Century Square Development) DEVELOPMENT HISTORY Annexation: 1939 Zoning: GC General Commercial, CI Commercial-Industrial, R-4 Multi- Family, and D Duplex rezoned PDD Planned Development District in March and May 2012. Revision to PDD Planned Development District (2014) Final Plat: Northpoint Crossing Subdivision Lots 1 & 2, Block 1 (2013), Northpoint Crossing Subdivision Lot 3, Block 1 (2014) Site development: Northpoint Crossing Mixed Use Development CITY OFTEXAS A&MBRYANUNIVERSITYTEXAS A&MUNIVERSITYVICINITY MAPSITE TEXAS AVENUEUNIVERSITY DRIVENOT A PARTMAINENTRYENTRY /EXITENTRY /EXITPUBLIC WAYAMENITYCOURTYARDCOURTYARDPLAZAOPEN SPACEPHASE LINEPOTENTIAL SECTIONADDED TO BUILDINGIF PARCEL IS ACQUIRED8' WIDE PEDESTRIAN ROUTEFROM BUILDING ANDGARAGE ENTRY/EXITNOT A PARTAMENITYROW DEDICATION AREA8' WIDE PEDESTRIAN ROUTEFROM BUILDING ANDGARAGE ENTRY/EXITC C FIRELANEPULL OUTPUBLIC WAY3$5.,1*PUBLIC WAYPUBLIC WAYPUBLIC WAYPOTENTIALBUS STOPEXISTING TAMUBUS STOPPOTENTIALBUS STOPDUAL RIGHT TURN LANESCOURTYARDPUBLIC WAYHENSEL STREETMIXED USE - 1st FLOOR GENERALCOMMERCIAL WITH MF ABOVE(THE FIRST FLOOR MAY BEDEVELOPED AS MULTIFAMILY ORGENERAL COMMERCIAL WITH ATLEAST 60% AS GENERALCOMMERCIAL.HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIALON GRADESTRUCTURED PARKINGHIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIALOVER SURFACE PARKINGNSHEET CONTENTS:Revisions:Issue for Permit Application:Architect of Record:Drawn by:Designed by:Date Plotted: #SHEET NO.Issue for Pricing / Bidding:DATE COMMENTSThe architectural works depicted herein are thesole property of Humphreys & Partners Architects,L.P. and may not be constructed or used withoutits express written permission. No permission tomodify or reproduce any of the architectural works,including without limitation the construction of anybuilding, is expressed or should be implied fromdelivery of preliminary drawings or unsealedconstruction drawings. Permission to constructthe building depicted in sealed constructiondrawings is expressly conditioned on the full andtimely payment of all fees otherwise dueHumphreys & Partners Architects, L.P. and, in theabsence of any written agreement to the contrary,is limited to a one-time use on the site indicated onthese plans.© by Humphreys &Partners Architects, L.P. AllRights Reserved2015ARCHITECTS, L.P.5339 ALPHA ROAD SUITE 300 DALLAS, TEXAS 75240(972) 701 - 9636 (972) 701 - 9639 FAXwww.humphreys.comNEW ORLEANS ORLANDO PHOENIXDALLAS CHARLOTTE IRVINE LAS VEGASHUMPHREYS & PARTNERSTHE PLAZA REDEVELOPMENTCOLLEGE STATION, TXCAPSTONE COLLEGIATE COMMUNITIES, LLC.WOODRIDGE COLLEGE STATION I, LLC.MITCHELL AND MORGAN, LLP. 0D\LEGENDVICINITY MAP (n.t.s.)LEGAL DESCRIPTIONCITY OFTEXAS A&MBRYANUNIVERSITYTEXAS A&MUNIVERSITYTEXAS A&MUNIVERSITYSITESITECP1aPDDCONCEPT PLANGENERAL NOTES1. BICYCLE PARKING WILL BE PROVIDED IN EACH STRUCTURED GARAGEON SITE.Lot 1 and Lot 2, Northpoint Crossing, Lot 2-4, Block 1, North Park, a 0.345 acre tract J.E. Scott LeagueA-50 and 0.055 acres of abandoned right-of-way (10778/243).CONTACT: VERONICA MORGAN MITCHELL AND MORGANVOICE: (979) 260-6963FAX: (979) 260-3564College Station, TX 778403204 Earl Rudder Fwy.CONTACT: AMANDA WALLISCAPSTONE COLLEGIATE431 Office Park DriveVOICE: (205) 949-2061Birmingham, AL 35223APPLICANTOWNERDEVELOPEREMAIL: v@mitchellandmorgan.comEMAIL: awallis@capstonemail.comCOMMUNITIES, LLC.CONTACT: MICHAEL ROSENFELD WOODRIDGE COLLEGEVOICE: (310)824-2200FAX: (310) 824-7931Los Angeles, CA 900671999 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 2850EMAIL: michael@woodridgecapital.comSTATION I, LLC.South5HEAD IN PARKING SHALL BELOCATEDONTHISSIDEOFTHEPUBLIC WAY ONLYWHERE NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN ADAWIDTH, STOREFRONT ENTRANCESSHALL BE RECESSED 3FT Northpoint CrossingExterior Signage ProgramNorthpoint Crossing College Station, Texas Schematic Design PackageExterior Signage REVIEWRevision 1July 28, 2017 STUDENT ONLYGARAGESURFACE LOTSTUDENT ONLY RETAILGARAGE #2RETAILGARAGE#1STREET PARKINGSTREET PARKINGUNIVERSITY DRIVEHENSEL STREETTEXAS AVENUENORTHPOINT LANENORTHPOINT CROSSINGSign Type A: Primary Site IDSign Type B: Secondary EntrySign Type C: Vehicular DirectionalSign Type D: Pedestrian Directional/DirectorySign Type E: Regulatory Signs (Not Used)Sign Type F: Designated Parking Signs (Not Used)Garage Entry Signage (REF. page 6)ABCD1ASign Location ReferencesSign TypeLocation00EX.12B12B7D9D6C8C3D5C4C11C10CNorthpoint Crossing | Schematic DesignCollege Station, Texas | July 28, 2017 | ©2017 Gensler. All rights reserved. | 2Location Plan LIVE.SHOP.PLAY.AT THEDISTRICT.RETAILPARKINGTenant Logo 1Tenant Logo 2Tenant Logo 3Tenant Logo 4MapLIVE.SHOP.PLAY.AT THEDISTRICT.MapPROJECT NAMEPROJECT NAMEPROJECT NAMEPROJECT NAME30'-0"3'-0"Fabricated structure with faux rusted finish with metal mesh overlayOpportunity to be internally illuminated lite with color changing LED’s or static graphic pattern Internally illuminated letterforms withwhite LED’sStainless steel panels with weathered textureArea for site identity Internally illuminated letterforms withwhite LED’s Entry Monument - Elevation / Side A & BScale: 1/4" - 1'-0"1Side View - Elevation / Side CScale: 1/4" - 1'-0"2Side View - Elevation / Side DScale: 1/4" - 1'-0"3Reference Image - Red/Brown Rust Color* All signs to be painted a faux rust color, similar as shown on reference image above. Reference Image - LightingNorthpoint Crossing | Schematic DesignCollege Station, Texas | July 28, 2017 | ©2017 Gensler. All rights reserved. | 3Sign Type A - Entry Monument Sign EXITRETAILPARKINGPROJECT NAMEPROJECT NAME21'-0"3'-0"Entry Monument - Front & Back ElevationScale: 1/4" - 1'-0"1TYP. Side View Scale: 1/4" - 1'-0"2Internally illuminated site nameArea for vehiculardirectional messaging.Messaging to be internallyIlluminated.Reference Image - Red/Brown Rust Color* All signs to be painted a faux rust color, similar as shown on reference image above. Reference Image - LightingNorthpoint Crossing | Schematic DesignCollege Station, Texas | July 28, 2017 | ©2017 Gensler. All rights reserved. | 4Sign Type B - Site Entry Vehicular Sign Retail Parking ExitNORTHPOINT CROSSINGNORTHPOINT LANERESERVEDPARKINGDestination 1Destination 2Destination 3Destination 4Map6'-4"3'-0"7'-6"10'-2"8'-4"2'-6"Sign Type D - Pedestrian DirectoryScale: 1/2" - 1'-0"2Sign Type E -Street/Regulatory Sign (NOT USED)Scale: 1/2" - 1'-0"3Sign Type F -Misc. Parking Sign (NOT USED)Scale: 1/2" - 1'-0"4Side ViewSign Type C - Vehicular DirectionalScale: 1/2" - 1'-0"1Side ViewInternally illuminatedmessageMetal mesh overlayapplied dimensionalmessageArea forpedestrian mapAluminum square postwith designated parking sign.Message to vary.Message to be reflective vinyl.Reference Image - Red/Brown Rust Color* All signs to be painted a faux rust color, similar as shown on reference image above. Aluminum square postwith street sign and DOTregulatory stop/yield sign.Northpoint Crossing | Schematic DesignCollege Station, Texas | July 28, 2017 | ©2017 Gensler. All rights reserved. | 5Sign Family - Continue CLEARANCE 7'-2"CLEARANCE 7'-2"DO NOT ENTERGarage Signage - Front View Scale: 1/4" - 1'-0"1Garage Signage - Side View Scale: 1/4" - 1'-0"2Internally illuminated arrow and message. Internally illuminated sign with accented returns.Internally sign cabinetattached to building facade.Sign cabinet to be painted withfaux rust color.Ceiling hung clearance barwith illuminted message orreflective vinyl copy. Internally illuminatedvertical sign mounted tobuilding facade.Sign is double sided.1'-0"4'-4"17'-11 1/2"3'-0"3'-0"3'-5 3/4"Northpoint Crossing | Schematic DesignCollege Station, Texas | July 28, 2017 | ©2017 Gensler. All rights reserved. | 6Garage Entry 1101 Texas Avenue, PO Box 9960 College Station, Texas 77842 Phone 979.764.3570 / Fax 979.764.3496 MEMORANDUM DATE: September 7, 2017 TO: Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: David Schmitz, Director Parks & Recreation Department SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Parkland Dedication ITEM: Public hearing, presentation, possible action regarding an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan by amending Maps B and C within the “Parks and Recreation Master Plan” and revising Neighborhood Park Zones and Community Park Zones. (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the October 12, 2017 City Council meeting - subject to change) BACKGROUND: The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board studied the Parkland Dedication Ordinance in an effort to address issues that had arisen over the last few years. Their recommendations are included in the suggested Ordinance changes. Changes to the Comprehensive Plan include:  Change the Neighborhood Park Zones to no longer be included in the College Station ETJ and combining some of the Neighborhood Park Zones as a result of this change  Reduce the Community Park Zones from four areas to two areas by combining Zones A&B into one Zone (west of HWY6) and combining Zones C&D into one Zone (east of HWY6). Attachments 1. Proposed Park Zones Maps Proposed Neighborhood Park Zone Map Map B Proposed Community Park Zone Map Map C 1101 Texas Avenue, PO Box 9960 College Station, Texas 77842 Phone 979.764.3570 / Fax 979.764.3496 MEMORANDUM DATE: September 7, 2017 TO: Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: David Schmitz, Director Parks & Recreation Department SUBJECT: UDO Amendments - Park Land Dedication ITEM: Public hearing, presentation, possible action regarding an ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance, Section 8.8(A) “Purpose”, Section 8.8(C)(9) “Use of Fees”, Section 8.8(F)(2) “Special Fund; Right to Refund”; of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, regarding Parkland Dedication. (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the October 12, 2017 City Council meeting - subject to change) BACKGROUND: The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board studied the Parkland Dedication Ordinance in an effort to address issues that had arisen over the last few years. Their recommendations are included in the suggested Ordinance changes. The changes made are to include verbiage that allows for the purpose and use of collected Parkland Dedication Fees to also include “improvements” to existing parks; extend the right to refund term to “10 years” from 5 years; and to also include the verbiage of fees “encumbered or expended” as not eligible for refund in the right to refund section. Changes to the Comprehensive Plan are also included:  Change the Neighborhood Park Zones to no longer be included in the College Station ETJ and combining some of the Neighborhood Park Zones as a result of this change  Reduce the Community Park Zones from four areas to two areas by combining Zones A&B into one Zone (west of HWY6) and combining Zones C&D into one Zone (east of HWY6). Attachments 1. Summary of Changes 2. Proposed Park Zones Maps SUMMARY OF CHANGES §12-8.8 PARKLAND DEDICATION REQUIREMENTS “Section 12-8.8 Requirements for Parkland Dedication. A. Purpose. This Section is adopted to provide recreational areas in the form of neighborhood park facilities as well as community park facilities as a function of subdivision and site development in the City of College Station and its Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ). This Section is enacted in accordance with the home rule powers of the City of College Station granted under the Texas Constitution, and the statutes of the State of Texas, including, but not by way of limitation, Texas Local Government Code Chapter 212 as may be amended from time to time. It is hereby declared by the City Council that recreational areas in the form of neighborhood parks and community parks are necessary and in the public welfare, and that the only adequate procedure to provide for neighborhood parks and community parks is by integrating such requirements into the procedure for planning and developing property or subdivisions in the City and its ETJ, whether such development consists of new construction on vacant land or rebuilding and remodeling of structures on existing residential property. Neighborhood parks are those parks providing for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities and located within convenient distances from a majority of the residences to be served thereby located within park zones established by the City. The park zones established by the College Station Parks and Recreation Department and shown on the official Parks and Recreation map for the City of College Station shall be prima facie proof that any park located therein is within such a convenient distance from any residence located therein. The primary cost of purchasing, developing or improving neighborhood parks should be borne by the landowners of residential property who, by reason of the proximity of their property to such parks, shall be the primary beneficiaries of such facilities. Typically, the landowner of a proposed residential development is the developer. A typical community park in College Station is designed to serve the needs of residents from several neighborhoods located within one-half- to three-mile radius. Community parks provide amenities that should complement neighborhood parks. Together, neighborhood parks and community parks can meet more of the recreational needs of residents. Community parks are generally twenty-five (25) to seventy (70) acres in size. However, larger and smaller community parks may be purchased, developed and/or improved to meet specific requirements of a particular area of town. Community parks, by their nature, serve both active and passive leisure needs of residents, and use by organizations and individuals from surrounding areas larger than for neighborhood parks. The acquisition and, development, and improvement of the "basic" infrastructure and facilities for the usage of these community parks should be based upon the demand from the area residents it is intended to serve. Therefore, the following requirements are adopted to affect the purposes stated above..” . . . . “ C. Requirements. . . . . “ 9. Use of Fees. Fees may be used only for the acquisition or, development, and/or improvement of park facilities to which they relate. For fees in lieu of neighborhood park land dedication, fees may only be used for purchase and/or, development and/or improvement of neighborhood parks located within the same zone as the development. For fees in lieu of community park land dedication, fees may only be used for the purchase and/or, development, and/or improvement of community parks..” . . . . “Section 12-8.8 Requirements for Parkland Dedication. . . . . “F. Special Fund; Right to Refund. . . . . “2. The City shall account for all fees in lieu of land and all development fees paid under this Section with reference to the individual plat(s) involved. Any fees paid for such purposes must be encumbered or expended by the City within five (5ten (10) years from the date received by the City for acquisition and/or, development, and/or improvement of a neighborhood park or a community park as required herein. Such funds shall be considered to be spent on a first-in, first-out basis. If not so encumbered or expended, the landowners of the property on the expiration of such period shall be entitled to a prorated refund of such sum, computed on a square footage of area basis. The owners of such property must request such refund within one (1) year of entitlement, in writing, or such right shall be barred..” Proposed Neighborhood Park Zone Map Proposed Community Park Zone Map