HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/19/2017 - 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, October 19, 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
Discussion of Minor and Amending Plats approved by Staff.
*Final Plat ~ Minor Plat ~ W.C. Boyett Subdivision Block 15 Lot 4R ~
Case #FP2016-000046
17-06274.
Sponsors:Thomas
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the
consideration of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work.
17-06235.
Sponsors:Golbabai
2017 Plan of WorkAttachments:
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding student
housing in established single -family neighborhoods as described in the
2017 P&Z Plan of Work.
17-06116.
Sponsors:Paz
MemoAttachments:
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding bicycle
parking standards.
17-06137.
Sponsors:Helton
Memo
Current Bicycle Parking Standards
Attachments:
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z
Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
*Thursday, October 26, 2017 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council
Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison -
Kee)
*Thursday, November 2, 2017 ~ NO P&Z MEETING
17-06188.
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Workshop
Meeting Agenda - Final
*Thursday, November 16, 2017 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~
Workshop 6:00 p.m. and Regular 7:00 p.m.
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an update on
the following items:
*A Rezoning for approximately 11 acres located at 410 Texas Avenue
from PDD Planned Development District to PDD Planned Development
District. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on
September 21, 2017, and voted 6-0 to recommend approval. The City
Council heard this item on October 12, 2017, and voted (6-0-1) to
approve the request.
*A Comprehensive Plan Amendment amending the Thoroughfare Plan
to realign a future Minor Collector roadway at Harpers Ferry Road and
Arrington Road. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on
October 5, 2017, and voted (6-0) to recommend approval. The City
Council heard this item on October 12, 2017, and voted (5-2) to
approve the request.
*A Comprehensive Plan Amendment amending Exhibit "A" of such plan
by amending Maps B and C within the "Parks and Recreation Master
Plan". The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on
September 21, 2017, and voted 5-1 to recommend approval. The City
Council heard this item on October 12, 2017, and voted (7-0) to
approve the request.
*An Ordinance Amendment amending Appendix A, "Unified
Development Ordinance," Section 8.8 (A) "Purpose", 8.8 (C)(9) "Use
of Fees" and Section 8.8 (F)(2) "Special Fund; Right to Refund". The
Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on September 21,
2017, and voted 5-1 to recommend approval of 8.8(A) and 8.8(C)(9),
and the motion to approved 8.8(F)(2) failed (1-5). The City Council
heard this item on October 12, 2017, and Council recommended staff
to bring back with changes to the ordinance to include: extending the
right to refund term to "10 years" from 5 years and added the verbiage
to include "encumbered by contract or purchase order or extended" in
relation to the use of collected Parkland dedication fees. Additionally,
Council recommended a change to the ordinance for the right to
refund to be automatic and not by request.
17-06199.
10. Discussion, review and possible action regarding the following meetings: Design
Review Board, BioCorridor Board.
11. 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.
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October 19, 2017Planning and Zoning Commission
Workshop
Meeting Agenda - Final
12. 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 October 16, 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.
“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.”
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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)
11/16/17: Presentation of ordinance
amendment aligning the City’s
Thoroughfare Plan with the adopted
MPO Plan.
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: Winter 2018
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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 2018
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)
10/19/17: Presentation on student housing in
established single-family neighborhoods.
Staff Assigned: Jenifer Paz, Rachel Lazo & Jade
Broadnax
Anticipated Completion: October 19, 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
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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.
11/16/17: P&Z Presentation of ordinance
amendments for preliminary plans, non-
conformities, and review criteria for
comprehensive plan amendments and
rezonings.
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: Winter 2018
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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: 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 Initiation: October 5, 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.
10/19/17: Follow-up presentation on bicycle
parking requirements.
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
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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)
11/16/17: Planned 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)
11/16/17: 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 Completed: September 21, 2017
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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
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: December 7, 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: Spring 2018
Planning & Development Services 1101 Texas Avenue, PO Box 9960 College Station, TX 77840
Office 979.764.3570 / Fax 979.764.3496
MEMORANDUM
October 19, 2017
TO: Members of the Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Jenifer Paz, AICP, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: Plan of Work – Student Housing in Established Single-Family Neighborhoods
Item:
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding student housing in established single-family
neighborhoods as part of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work.
Background:
This 2017 Plan of Work item follows-up on staff’s research on best practices from other peer
university communities regarding the management of student housing in established single-family
neighborhoods, which began during last year’s Plan of Work.
On April 6, 2017, staff presented to the Planning & Zoning Commission issues that are present as a
result of student housing in established single-family neighborhoods. These include an increase
number of student rental properties that impact neighborhood character, high market demand to
replat and rebuild single-family homes on single-family lots as student rental housing, and resident
concerns regarding traffic, noise, and trash that impact quality of life. Staff also discussed tools that
are currently being used and potential short-term and long-term options. Additional presentations
on the topic were provided by Code Enforcement on May 18th and by Neighborhood Services on
August 17th.
This presentation is intended to continue the discussion to determine an appropriate path to pursue
that may address concerns from residents. The main topics to be discussed in this presentation will
include minimum parking requirements, accessory structures, and single-family overlay options.
MEMORANDUM
October 19, 2017
TO: Members of the Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Alaina Helton, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Proposed Revisions to Bicycle Parking Standards
Item:
Presentation, discussion and possible action regarding bicycle parking standards as part of the 2017
P&Z Plan of Work.
Background:
At the request of City Council, Planning and Development Services provided a history and
overview of the City’s current bicycle parking standards at the March 9, 2017 Council Workshop.
Following this presentation, City Council directed Staff to reexamine these standards to increase
development flexibility and reduce requirements for land uses that are predominately auto-oriented.
This was then subsequently added as an item to the Planning and Zoning Commission’s 2017 Plan
of Work. Staff presented this item to the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board on
September 5th and the Planning and Zoning Commission on September 7th. Upon the Planning &
Zoning Commission’s request, Staff has since then reached out to the private sector for input and
surveyed local businesses to assess bicycle parking demand.
At the October 19th Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, staff will bring forward revised
bicycle parking options that increase flexibility to the existing ordinance. Those options include:
Eliminating required bicycle parking for Self-Storage, Industrial and Manufacturing land uses
and property located in the Rural Zoning District.
Reducing minimum bicycle parking requirements from four bicycles to two (one bicycle rack).
Reducing bicycle parking requirements where bicycle infrastructure is not present or proposed.
Proposing options for market-driven bicycle parking requirements.
Staff is seeking direction on this item from Planning and Zoning Commission before
recommendations are brought forward to City Council at a future workshop. This item is
anticipated to return to the Commission as a future ordinance amendment.
Attachments:
Current Bicycle Facilities Standards
Chapter 12: UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE
Article 7. General Development Standards
Sec. 12-7.2. General Provisions.
J. Bicycle Facilities.
1. Number Required.
a. For sites subject to the Non-Residential Architectural Standards of this UDO except
for MU Mixed-Use districts:
1. Each primary building shall provide a facility capable of storing a minimum
of four (4) bicycles.
2. In multi-tenant buildings in excess of twenty thousand (20,000) gross square
feet, one (1) or more facilities capable of storing eight (8) bicycles shall be
provided.
b. In MU Mixed-Use districts, bicycle storage facilities shall be provided at a rate [of]
one (1) bicycle for every 15,000 square feet of non-residential uses, and one (1)
bicycle for every two (2) dwelling units.
c. Refer to the Alternative Parking Plan Section for the potential to substitute additional
bicycle facilities for vehicular parking.
2. Placement and Design.
a. Facilities shall be separated from motor vehicle parking to protect both bicycles and
vehicles from accidental damage and shall be sufficiently separated from building or
other walls, landscaping, or other features to allow for ease and encouragement of use.
This separation shall be a minimum of three (3) feet.
b. Where bicycle facilities are provided for four (4) bicycles, the area for such a facility
shall be approximately fifty-four (54) square feet in area, approximately nine (9) feet
by six (6) feet or as approved by the Administrator.
c. Facilities shall be placed in clearly designated, safe, and convenient locations and such
that no primary building entrance is further than one hundred fifty (150) feet from a
bicycle facility.
d. Bicycles may be permitted on sidewalks or other paved surfaces provided that the
bicycles do not block or interfere with pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
e. Bicycle facilities shall be constructed so as to enable the user to secure a bicycle by
locking the frame and one (1) wheel of each bicycle parked therein. Facilities must be
easily usable with both U-locks and cable locks and support the bicycle frame at two
(2) points. Facilities shall be anchored securely to the ground.
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, October 19, 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.
*Johnny Burns ~ October 19, 2017
*Bill Mather ~ October 19, 2017
*Casey Oldham ~ October 19, 2017
17-06214.1
Johnny Burns
Bill Mather
Casey Oldham
Attachments:
Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting
minutes.
*October 5, 2017 ~ Workshop
*October 5, 2017 ~ Regular
17-06204.2
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October 5 2017 Regular
Attachments:
Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Final Plat for
Bridgewood Phase 3 consisting of 42 clustered single-family lots on
approximately 12.49 acres located on the southeast corner of W.S.
Phillips Parkway and Brewster Drive. Case #FP2015-000036
17-06124.3
Sponsors:Helton
Staff Report
Vicinity, Aerial & SAM
Application
Final Plat
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 - Eastgate
Neighborhood Plan, Chapter 1 - Community Character, “Site
Development Area 1 - Lincoln Avenue” to allow for vehicular access to
Lincoln Avenue to approximately 7.5 acres being generally located at
801 Lincoln Avenue. Case #CPA2017-000010 (Note: Final action of
this item will be considered at the November 9, 2017 City Council
meeting- subject to change.)
17-06306.
Sponsors:Helton
Staff Report
Background Information
Vicinity Map & Aerial
Application
Comp Plan Map
Eastgate Neighborhood Plan Redline Exhibit
Attachments:
Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion
regarding an ordinance amending Appendix “A”, “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 GS General Suburban to PDD Planned
Development District on approximately 7.5 acres of land being situated
in the Richard Carter Survey, Abstract No. 8, College Station, Brazos
County, Texas, and being generally located at 801 Lincoln Avenue.
Case #REZ2017-000023 (Note: Final action of this item will be
17-06297.
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Meeting Agenda - Final
considered at the November 9, 2017 City Council meeting- subject to
change.)
Sponsors:Helton
Staff Report
Background Information
Vicinity, SAM & Aerial
Application
Rezoning Map
Concept Plan
Bulk Variance Letter
Attachments:
8. 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.
9. 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 October 16, 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
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Meeting Agenda - Final
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.”
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Absence Request Form
For Elected and Appointed Officers
Name Johnny Burns
Request Submitted on October 5, 2017
I will not be in attendance at the meeting on October 19, 2017
for the reason specified: (Date)
Unavailable for meeting.
Signature Johnny Burns
Absence Request Form
For Elected and Appointed Officers
Name William R. Mather
Request Submitted on October 10, 2017
I will not be in attendance at the meeting on October 19, 2017
for the reason specified: (Date)
Out of Town
Signature
October 19, 2017
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MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Workshop Meeting
October 5, 2017 6:00 p.m.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
College Station, Texas
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jane Kee, Johnny Burns, Elianor Vessali, Bill Mather, Keith Williamson
and Jeremy Osborne
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Casey Oldham
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lance Simms, Carol Cotter, Justin Golbabai, Jenifer Paz, Rachel Lazo, Jade
Broadnax, Jason Schubert, Kevin Ferrer, Alaina Helton, Madison Thomas, Mary Ann Powell, 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 Plat ~ Harvey Road Subdivision Phase 1 ~ Case #FP2017-000023
5. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the consideration of the 2017 P&Z Plan of
Work.
There was no discussion.
6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Semi-Annual Report on Small Area Impact
Fees 92-01, 97-01, 97-02B, 99-01, 03-02, and System-Wide Impact Fees for Water, Wastewater, and
Roadway.
City Engineer Cotter presented updates on this item to the Commission.
Commissioner Osborne arrived at 7:01 p.m.
IFAC Member Mather motioned to recommend approval of presenting the updates on Impact
Fees to City Council. IFAC Member Burns seconded the motion, motion passed (6-0).
October 5, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 3
7. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the consideration of changes to the Suburban
Commercial zoning district as part of the 2017 P&Z Plan of Work.
This item was heard before agenda item #6.
Staff Planner Thomas presented recommendations on this item to the Commission based on community
input during recent stakeholder meetings.
Commissioner Vessali asked if architectural relief element updates include a list of approved elements.
Staff Planner Thomas responded that there is an available list of approved elements.
Commissioner Mather asked what other areas would include a 150-foot buffer requirement.
Staff Planner Thomas stated that there are no other uses that would include this buffer requirement
because of the proposed intense level of use.
Chairperson Kee suggested staff look at implementing a less excessive buffer requirement of 100-feet.
Chairperson Kee asked for requirements on uses such as Bed & Breakfast and boutique hotels.
Staff Planner Thomas asked for clarification on whether to require boutique hotels and B&Bs to meet
the Suburban Commercial height limit and single-family height protection.
Chairperson Kee agreed that boutique hotels and B&Bs should be held to the Suburban Commercial
height limit and single-family height protection.
Chairperson Kee asked for clarification on proposed changes to restaurant sizes.
Staff Planner Thomas stated that the proposition was to remove the size restriction on restaurants.
Commission agreed on staff’s recommendations including approval of residential live/work units, with
commercial on bottom floor and no ratio of commercial to residential use, assisted living, restaurants
with the removal of size restrictions, drive-thrus, animal care facilities, self-storage, fuel sales, hotels,
architectural elements with additional variety and options, lighting and screening.
8. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
*Thursday, October 12, 2017 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m.
and Regular 7:00 p.m. (Liaison – Mather)
*Thursday, October 19, 2017 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Workshop 6:00 p.m. and
Regular 7:00 p.m.
9. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an update on the following items:
*A Rezoning for approximately five acres located at 15590 White’s Creek Lane from R Rural to E
Estate. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on September 7, 2017, and voted (5-0) to
October 5, 2017 P&Z Workshop Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 3
recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on September 25, 2017, and voted (5-0) to
approve the request.
*A Rezoning for approximately 14 acres located at 3387 Barron Cut-Off Road from R Rural to GS
General Suburban. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on September 7, 2017, and
voted (5-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on September 25, 2017, and voted
(4-0-1) to approve the request.
*A Rezoning for approximately six acres located at 1451 Associates Avenue from CI Commercial
Industrial to MF Multi-Family. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on September 7,
2017, and voted (5-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on September 25, 2017,
and voted (5-0) to approve the request.
*A Rezoning for approximately 131 acres located on North Forest Parkway from R Rural to RS
Restricted Suburban and NAP Natural Areas Protected. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this
item on August 17, 2017, and voted (4-0-1) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item
on September 25, 2017, and the vote to approve the request failed (0-5).
*A Rezoning for approximately 35 acres located at 9305 Rock Prairie Road from R Rural to SC
Suburban Commercial and E Estate. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on September
7, 2017, and voted (5-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this
item on September 25, 2017 and voted (5-0) to approve the request.
10. Discussion, review and possible action regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board, Bio
Corridor Board.
There was no discussion.
11. 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 were no items discussed.
12. Adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:03 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
______________________________ ________________________________
Jane Kee, Chairman Kristen Hejny, Admin. Support Specialist
Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
October 5, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 4
MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
October 5, 2017, 7:00 p.m.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
College Station, Texas
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jane Kee, Johnny Burns, Elianor Vessali, Bill Mather, Keith
Williamson and Jeremy Osborne
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Casey Oldham
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Julie Schultz
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lance Simms, Carol Cotter, Justin Golbabai, Rachel Lazo, Jade Broadnax,
Jason Schubert, Kevin Ferrer, Madison Thomas, Mary Ann Powell, and Kristen Hejny
1. Call Meeting to Order
Chairperson Kee called the meeting to order at 7:13 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Hear Citizens
4. Consent Agenda
4.1 Consideration, possible action, and discussion on Absence Requests from meetings.
*Casey Oldham ~ October 5, 2017
4.2 Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting minutes.
*September 21, 2017 Workshop
*September 21, 2017 Regular
Commissioner Burns motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items 4.1 - 4.2 with noted changes
to the minutes. Commissioner Mather seconded the motion, motion passed (6-0).
Regular Agenda
5. Consideration, possible action, and discussion on items removed from the Consent Agenda by
Commission Action.
No items were removed.
6. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a waiver request to the Unified Development
Ordinance Section 8.3.G.2 ‘Block Length’ and a presentation, possible action, and discussion
regarding a Preliminary Plan for Brazos Valley Auto Complex consisting of four commercial lots and
one common area on approximately 18 acres generally located at the intersection of State Highway 6
Frontage Road East and Sebesta Road. Case #PP2017-000009
October 5, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4
Staff Planner Lazo presented the waiver request and Preliminary Plan to the Commission,
recommending approval of both. Ms. Lazo also stated that if the waiver is approved, the Preliminary
Plan must also be approved and if the waiver denied, the Preliminary Plan must also be denied.
Applicant, Fred Payne, Gessner Engineering, College Station, was available to answer questions from
the Commission.
Commissioner Osborne motioned approve the waiver request and Preliminary Plan, citing that
all criteria are met. Commissioner Burns seconded the motion, the motion passed (6-0).
7. 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
GC General Commercial and GS General Suburban to GC General Commercial and NAP Natural
Areas Protected for approximately 0.62 acres of land located at 1600 Texas Avenue South. Case
#REZ2017-000022 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the October 26, 2017 City
Council meeting – subject to change)
Staff Planner Thomas presented the rezoning to the Commission and recommended approval.
Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing.
No one spoke.
Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Mather motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning. Commissioner
Osborne seconded the motion, the motion passed (6-0).
8. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the
Comprehensive Plan Thoroughfare Plan to realign a future Minor Collector roadway planned to
intersect Arrington Road from the west between South Oaks Drive and Harpers Ferry Road to align
with Harpers Ferry Road. Case #CPA2017-000012 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered
a the October 12, 2017 City Council meeting – subject to change)
This item was heard prior to agenda item #6.
Transportation Planning Coordinator Schubert presented this item to the Commission and
recommended approval.
Applicant, Veronica Morgan, Mitchell & Morgan Engineers, was available to present the
Thoroughfare Amendment and background information to the Commission.
Jeff Whitacre, Kimley Horn, was available to present the travel demand module and supporting
documentation to the Commission.
Commissioner Steve Aldrich, Brazos County Precinct #1, was available to share his support for the
realignment of Harpers Ferry Road.
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Chairperson Kee asked if the 80-foot Right-of-Way (ROW) being acquired for Arrington Road would
fit the Minor Arterial designation shown in the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) 2050
Thoroughfare Concept.
Transportation Planning Coordinator Schubert stated that the street pavement of a Minor Arterial
would fit within the 80-foot ROW, but additional land will need to be acquired in the future to account
for sidewalks on each side.
Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing.
Karen Pitts, 4580 Cricket Pass, College Station, expressed concerns for traffic impact, neighborhood
integrity and safety.
Bill Harris, 1207 Mariners Cove, College Station, spoke on concerns for Nantucket neighborhood
integrity, traffic flow and safety.
Marie Wolfe, 4576 Sandpiper Cove, College Station, expressed concerns for Traffic Impact Analysis
(TIA) needs and pedestrian safety.
Susan Hardin, 4712 Nantucket Drive, College Station, expressed concerns for high traffic volume and
requested a traffic study on additional streets within the area.
Ward Wells, 1415 Harpers Ferry Road, College Station, requested that the city include traffic counts
to give consideration to traffic mitigation for traffic and bicycle traffic.
Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Mather motioned to recommend approval of the Comprehensive Plan
Amendment as presented. Commissioner Burns seconded the motion.
There was general discussion.
The motion passed (6-0).
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 8:27 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
______________________________ ________________________________
October 5, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 4
Jane Kee, Chairman Kristen Hejny, Admin Support Specialist
Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
Planning & Zoning Commission
October 19. 2017
Scale 42 lots on approximately 12.49 acres.
Location Southeast corner of W.S. Phillips Parkway and Brewster
Drive.
Applicant BCS Development Co.
Project Manager Alaina Helton, Senior Planner
ahelton@cstx.gov
Project Overview Consistent with the Planned Development District zoning
for this property, this final plat will add 42 clustered single-
family lots ranging in size from 6,500 square feet to 14,000
square feet to the Bridgewood Subdivision. The final plat
also includes 0.22 acres of Neighborhood Parkland
dedication.
Preliminary Plan Approved January 27, 2014
Parkland Dedication The Parks and Recreation Board recommended accepting
the proposed Neighborhood Parkland with the Preliminary
Plan in 2014. 1.35 acres of Neighborhood Parkland was
dedicated and developed with Phase 1 of this
development. An additional 0.22 acres of Neighborhood
Parkland is being dedicated with Phase 3. Community
Parkland Dedication fees in the amount of $625.00 per
dwelling unit are required with this Final Plat and have
been paid.
Impact Fees Subject to citywide impact fees—water, sanitary sewer,
and roadway. Impact fees will be dependent upon timing
of the building permit application date.
Traffic Impact Analysis Not required
Compliant with Comprehensive Plan
(including Master Plans) and Unified
Development Ordinance
Yes
Compliant with Subdivision Regulations Yes
Staff Recommendation Approval
Supporting Materials
1. Vicinity, Small Area Map and Aerial
2. Application
3. Copy of Final Plat
Final Plat
for
Bridgewood Subdivision Phase 3
FP2015-000036
FP2017-000024
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October 19, 2017
Regular Agenda
Comprehensive Plan Amendment – Shops at University Town Center
To: Planning & Zoning Commission
From: Alaina Helton, Senior Planner
Agenda Caption: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an
ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan - Eastgate Neighborhood Plan, Chapter 1 -
Community Character, “Site Development Area 1 – Lincoln Avenue” to allow for vehicular access
to Lincoln Avenue for a tract approximately 7.5 acres being generally located at 801 Lincoln
Avenue. Case #CPA2017-000010 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the
November 9th City Council Meeting- Subject to change.)
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan.
Summary: The applicant has requested a text amendment to the Comprehensive Plan’s
Eastgate Neighborhood Plan, Chapter 1 - Community Character, “Site Development Area 1 –
Lincoln Avenue” to allow access from Lincoln Avenue to a proposed PDD Planned Development
District generally located at 801 Lincoln Avenue. The PDD Request proposes multi-family and
commercial uses interior to the property and single-family land uses fronting Lincoln Avenue as
specifically identified for this property in the Eastgate Neighborhood Plan. This proposed
Comprehensive Plan amendment removes and amends language in the Eastgate Neighborhood
Plan that restricts vehicular access between the multi-family and/or commercial uses and the
proposed single-family land uses fronting Lincoln Avenue.
REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Changed or changing conditions in the subject area or the City: The Eastgate
Neighborhood Plan was adopted in 2011. The Plan identifies this property as “Site
Development Area 1 – Lincoln Avenue” and recommends continuing the single-family and
rear alley access pattern existing along Lincoln Avenue across the front of this property and
that the remainder of the vacant 7.5-acre tract develop with multi-family and/or non-
residential uses. The Plan also recommends that vehicular access between these uses and
the future single-family homes fronting Lincoln Avenue will be restricted so the potential for
additional through traffic movements can be mitigated. Please see proposed Future Land
Use from Map 1.3 of the Eastgate Neighborhood Plan below for reference.
In 2013, the Unified Development Ordinance was amended to require block breaks for
General Suburban land uses that exceed 1,200 feet in length. The language in the Eastgate
Neighborhood Plan precludes vehicular access where this block break would occur along
Lincoln Avenue. The applicant requests amending the language in the Plan to allow this
break to occur by allowing vehicular access from Lincoln Avenue to the proposed multi-family
and commercial land uses on the tract.
2. Scope of the request: The request is to amend the Comprehensive Plan’s Eastgate
Neighborhood Plan to allow vehicular access between the proposed multi-family and
commercial uses on the tract and the future single-family homes fronting Lincoln Avenue. If
approved by City Council, the applicant intends to pursue a rezoning of the property from GS
General Suburban to PDD Planned Development District. A request for rezoning was
submitted for consideration and will be heard in conjunction with this item.
3. Availability of adequate information: The Eastgate Neighborhood Plan recommends
Urban and General Suburban for this property and allows for the future development of
single-family, multi-family and commercial activities, including retail sale and service uses,
which serve the nearby residents and larger community or region. Properties in this area are
served by College Station Utilities (CSU). Domestic water and sanitary sewer service is
serving the site. Additional infrastructure improvements may be needed with platting or
development. A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) was submitted for review as part of the request.
4. Consistency with the goals and strategies set forth in the Plan: The Eastgate
Neighborhood Plan focuses on strategies that will maintain a diverse mix of housing types,
preserve larger lot single-family development patterns, reduce character impact from rental
housing in the neighborhood, and promote redevelopment around the perimeter of the
neighborhood that meets community needs and is complimentary to the neighborhood.
The strategies proposed include Comprehensive Plan amendments, zoning changes, and the
establishment of new zoning districts that are needed to ensure that development and
redevelopment in this area are compatible with existing residential subdivisions in the
neighborhood.
In order to ensure that future development proposals address land use and access concerns,
the Neighborhood Plan recommends PDD Planned Development District zoning for this 7.5-
acre tract of land that incorporates single-family along Lincoln Avenue, multi-family and/or
commercial behind these uses to University Town Center, and the extensions of Wellesley
Court and Vassar Court. The Comprehensive Plan also promotes connectivity between and
within developments. With the development of the adjacent tract and the residential density
within the vicinity, staff recognizes the value of providing access and connectivity at this
location.
5. Consideration of the Future Land Use & Character and/or Thoroughfare Plans: The
subject property is currently designated as Urban and General Suburban on the
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map. The requested amendment does
not propose any changes to this designation. The subject property has frontage to Lincoln
Avenue which is designated as a future Major Collector on the Thoroughfare Plan and currently
constructed as a Minor Collector in this area.
6. Compatibility with the surrounding area: The requested amendment proposes
access to Lincoln Avenue, which is designated as a future Major Collector on the
Thoroughfare Plan and currently constructed as a Minor Collector in this area. The future
land uses of the Plan are not proposed to change—only the availability of the tract to share
its access to Lincoln. This is believed to be compatible with the surrounding area.
7. Impacts on infrastructure including water, wastewater, drainage, and the
transportation network: Water, wastewater, and drainage would not be significantly
impacted by the proposed request for access to Lincoln Avenue from the tract generally
located at 801 Lincoln Avenue. The subject tract has frontage to Lincoln Avenue, which is
designated as a future Major Collector on the Thoroughfare Plan and currently constructed
as a Minor Collector in this area. The tract is proposed to have access from Lincoln Avenue,
to University Drive East, a 6-lane Major Arterial, by extending the private drive at the rear of
the existing University Town Center as well as to Wellesley Court and Vassar Court that
connect to Tarrow Street, a Major Collector. A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) was included as
part of the associated rezoning request. The TIA took into account minor shifts in how traffic
would anticipate to circulate through the adjacent roadways with the installation of the
proposed Public Way connection to Lincoln Avenue located across from Ashburn Avenue.
All thoroughfares and intersections within the TIA study area are expected to continue to
perform at acceptable Levels of Service so no traffic mitigation was identified.
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 proposed amendment for
the subject property does not negatively impact environmentally sensitive and natural areas
or does not prevent the preservation of such areas.
10. Contribution to the overall direction and character of the community as captured in
the Plan’s vision and goals: The Comprehensive Plan promotes connectivity and walkability
between and within developments, while the Eastgate Neighborhood Plan promotes
redevelopment around the perimeter of the neighborhood that meets community needs and
is complimentary to the neighborhood. The proposed amendment is in line with the
Comprehensive Plan.
Citizen Input:
The applicant held a meeting for the College Hills Woodlands Neighborhood Association on
October 10, 2017 to discuss the rezoning request and Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The
applicant, property owner, City staff and fifteen (15) residents attended the meeting. The resident
concerns included: increased traffic along Lincoln Avenue and Ashburn Avenue, decreased
property taxes due to increase in neighborhood traffic, intensity of the uses requested, building
height, signage and close proximity of the development to single-family homes.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval to amend the Comprehensive Plan’s Eastgate Neighborhood Plan,
Chapter 1 - Community Character, “Site Development Area 1 – Lincoln Avenue”, to allow
vehicular access between the future single-family homes fronting Lincoln Avenue and the multi-
family and commercial uses proposed for the remainder of the vacant 7.5-acre tract.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS
1. Background Information
2. Aerial and Amendment Exhibit
3. Application
4. Eastgate Neighborhood Plan Red Line Exhibit
NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: October 19, 2017
Advertised Council Hearing Dates: November 9, 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:
College Hills Woodlands
Contacts in support: None
Contacts in opposition: One at the time of staff report. Concerns included: increased
traffic and close proximity to single-family homes
Inquiry contacts: One at the time of staff report.
In addition to the City’s required notification, the applicant held a meeting for the College Hills
Woodlands Neighborhood Association on October 10, 2017. The applicant, property owner, City
staff and fifteen (15) residents attended the meeting. Concerns included: increased traffic,
property taxes, uses allowed, building height, signage and close proximity to single-family
homes.
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Annexation: March 3, 1956
Zoning: Single-Family upon original zoning
R-1 Single-Family Residential renamed to GS General Suburban in
2014
Final Plat: Property is not platted
Site development: Property is not developed
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Redevelopment Area 3 – Cornerstone Areas: Texas Avenue, University
Drive, and George Bush Drive East
This redevelopment area consists of the remaining portions not included
in Redevelopment Areas 1 or 2 that are at the corners of the planning
area. Redevelopment Area 3 includes two parts, one area is north of
Lincoln Avenue between Texas Avenue and Eisen hower Street and the
other is the block south of George Bush Drive East to Dominik Drive. With
proximity to major thoroughfares, the University campus, and major
shopping areas, these redevelopment areas will contain the most
intensive development patterns in the Eastgate. While much of the
redevelopment area is currently developed in a single-story suburban
commercial pattern, it is anticipated that they will convert over time to
multi-story commercial and mixed use developments with an emphasis
on vertical mixed use. To promote the redevelopment, upgrades and
rehabilitation of utilities, including water and sanitary sewer infrastructure
and the extension of Eisenhower Street will need to occur.
Redevelopment Area Strategies:
Strategy CC 2.6 - Incorporate the guidance identified in this Plan, into the
redevelopment plan including a market analysis for the areas identified
in Redevelopment Area II: Texas Avenue, University Drive, and Harvey
Road in the Comprehensive Plan. The market analysis for the
redevelopment plan should include a concept plan for the block
containing City Hall to gauge the development potential of the block
under multiple development scenarios including redevelopment of the
entire block, expansion or relocation of City Hall within the block, and
redevelopment of only portions of the block.
Strategy CC 2.7 - Identify strategies regarding the existing parking in the
right-of-way for the commercial properties at the intersection of Texas
Avenue and Walton Drive to help maintain and increase the viability of
these neighborhood serving areas. This may include removal or reduction
of off-street parking requirements for this area since the existing parking
serves the uses.
Site Development
Site Development Area 1 – Lincoln Avenue
Based on input received during the planning process, specific
consideration should be given to the area north of Lincoln Avenue
between Tarrow Street and Munson Avenue. The existing developed
properties fronting Lincoln Avenue consist of single -story homes with rear
alley access. Given the recommended General Suburban designation
(See Community Character Area 2 – Lincoln Avenue), this single-family
and rear alley pattern should continue across the portion of the vacant
7.5-acre tract that fronts Lincoln Avenue.
The remainder of the vacant 7.5-acre tract may develop with multifamily
and/or non-residential uses. Vehicular access between these uses and
the future single-family homes fronting Lincoln Avenue will be restricted so
the potential for additional through traffic movements can be mitigated.
The multi-family and commercial uses will receive vehicular access from
Lincoln Avenue and through the private drives of University Town Center
as well as Vassar Court and Wellesley Court that are stubbed along the
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western edge of the tract. When the tract develops, Wellesley Court and
Vassar Court should be looped together to provide additional
alternatives for vehicular access. In addition to these routes, bicyclists
and pedestrians will be accommodated
through the planned multiuse path to
connect Lincoln Avenue and University Town
Center. Map 1.13, Site Development Area 1
illustrates the general location of this area.
Strategy CC3.1 - Ensure that future
development proposals address land use and
access concerns through a PDD Planned
Development District zoning that incorporates
single-family along Lincoln Avenue, multi-
family and/or commercial behind these uses
to University Town Center, the extensions of
Wellesley Court and Vassar Court, and the
identified access restrictions.
Site Development Area 2 – Avenue A
The 7.5-acre tract on Lincoln Avenue behind University Town Avenue A is located along Lincoln Avenue
Center is the largest undeveloped property in Eastgate. between Nimitz Street and the future
extension of Eisenhower Street and consists of
17 single-family lots. The street is roughly 500
feet in length and currently dead ends without a cul-de-sac bulb or stub
for future extension. Fire code regulations require turnarounds on streets
or fire lanes in excess of 100 feet in length. As part of Redevelopment
Area 2, the properties on this street are designated for Urban character.
The properties near the end of Avenue A may redevelopment for more
intense uses such as duplex, townhouse or multi-family if Avenue A is
extended to the future Eisenhower Street to the west or a cul -de-sac
bulb provided to help facilitate compliance with the fire code. Map
1.14, Site Development Area 2 illustrates the general location of this
area.
Strategy CC3.2 - Ensure that future development proposals near the end
of Avenue A address emergency access concerns through a PDD
Planned Development District zoning that could incorporate duplex,
townhouse, or multi-family uses and extends Avenue A to future
Eisenhower Street to the west or provides a cul-de-sac for the street.
Floodplain Management
This section identifies properties located in areas that are designated
floodplain or should be reserved for environmental or recreational
purposes. Map 1.15, Floodplain and Open Space highlights the
properties in the area that are identified as Natural Areas – Reserved or
Natural Areas – Protected.
The planning area is impacted by two tributaries of Wolf Pen Creek and
a small finger of a tributary to Burton Creek. Proposed strategies focus
on the creation of conservation easements to preserve these areas.
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October 19, 2017
Regular Agenda
Rezoning – University Town Center
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Alaina Helton, Senior Planner Planning & Development Services
Agenda Caption: 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 GS General Suburban to PDD Planned Development District on
approximately 7.5 acres of land being situated in the Richard Carter Survey, Abstract No. 8,
College Station, Brazos County, Texas, and being generally located at 801 Lincoln Avenue. Case
#REZ2017-000023 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the November 9th City
Council Meeting- Subject to change.)
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the PDD Planned Development District zoning
request and associated Concept Plan.
Summary: This request is to rezone approximately 7.5 acres from GS General Suburban to PDD
Planned Development District with a base zoning of GC General Commercial, MF Multi-Family
and GS General Suburban. This request is in conjunction with a request to amend the
Comprehensive Plan’s Eastgate Neighborhood Plan, Chapter 1 - Community Character, “Site
Development Area 1 – Lincoln Avenue”.
REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan: The subject property is designated as
General Suburban and Urban on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character
Map and is in the area identified within the Eastgate Neighborhood Plan “Site Development
Area 1 – Lincoln Avenue”. The General Suburban designation is intended for high-density
single-family residential lots (minimum 5,000 square feet). The Eastgate Neighborhood Plan
recommends continuing the single-family and rear alley access pattern existing along Lincoln
Avenue across the front of this property and that the remainder of the vacant 7.5-acre tract
designated as Urban develop with multi-family and/or non-residential uses. In order to ensure
that future development proposals address land use and access concerns, the Neighborhood
Plan recommends PDD Planned Development District zoning that incorporates single-family
along Lincoln Avenue, multi-family and/or commercial behind these uses to University Town
Center, and the extensions of Wellesley Court and Vassar Court into the property. The
proposed land uses and extensions of Wellesley and Vassar Court into the subject property
are consistent with the Eastgate Neighborhood Plan.
As a part of the zoning request the applicant is requesting an amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan amending the Eastgate Neighborhood Plan, Chapter 1 - Community
Character, “Site Development Area 1 – Lincoln Avenue”. In this section, the Neighborhood
Plan states that vehicular access between these nonresidential uses and the future single-
family homes fronting Lincoln Avenue will be restricted so the potential for additional through
traffic movements can be mitigated. The requested amendment would change the language
to allow this vehicular access to occur as shown on the PDD Concept Plan. Should this
amendment request be denied the concept plan associated with this rezoning request would
no longer be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan as is required by the UDO. It should be
noted, that staff is recommending approval of the Comprehensive Plan amendment to the
property.
2. Compatibility with the present zoning and conforming uses of nearby property and
with the character of the neighborhood: The property to the north, adjacent to the subject
tract, is zoned GC General Commercial and is developed as a retail shopping center with
hotels and stand-alone restaurant uses, also commonly known as University Town Center.
The property to the east is a PDD Planned Development District that consists of multi-family
structures with detached single-family homes fronting Lincoln Avenue. To the south is Lincoln
Avenue and the Eastgate Neighborhood. The property to the west is comprised of a mix of
high-density residential uses, which includes property zoned and developed as D Duplex and
R-4 Multi-Family, with property zoned GS General Suburban with detached single-family
homes along Lincoln Avenue.
The single-family land uses proposed along Lincoln Avenue will continue the pattern of single-
family developed on either side of the property. The remaining mix of multi-family and
commercial uses will also be compatible with the four-plexes developed on the east and west
side of the property and the commercial uses developed at University Town Center. The PDD
Planned Development District is compatible with the surrounding zoning districts.
3. Suitability of the property affected by the amendment for uses permitted by the
districts that would be made applicable by the proposed amendment: As shown below,
the PDD achieves a mix of uses with low-intensity single-family land uses proposed along
Lincoln Avenue, a Minor Arterial, and moderate to high-intensity land uses proposed in closer
proximity to University Drive, a Major Arterial. The PDD is suitable for the property as it
provides a transition of single family land uses along Lincoln Avenue, with the multi-family and
hotel uses primarily located on the Lincoln Avenue side of the tract, and the retail and
restaurant uses primarily located on the University Drive side as you move interior to the
property towards University Town Center. The Flex Zone along the Public Way frontage is
intended to allow this strip to flex and potentially include uses from either zone. The property
is currently undeveloped.
4. 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
can be marketed under the current zoning which allows for residential uses. If rezoned to a
zoning district that is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and Eastgate Neighborhood
Plan which allows for commercial and high-density residential uses, the marketability of the
property will increase. The marketability will further increase if access to the proposed
commercial development is permitted from Lincoln Avenue, a proposed 2-lane Major
Collector.
5. Availability of water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation facilities generally
suitable and adequate for the proposed use: Water and Sewer service is currently
provided by College Station Utilities. There is an existing 18-inch waterline along Lincoln
Avenue and 10-inch waterline stubbed from the existing University Town Center, along with
three 6-inch waterlines from the adjacent residential to the southwest. Likewise, there are
several sewer lines available to serve this tract. Downstream sewer improvements may be
required by the developer at the time of site development. Additionally, the property is in the
Burton Creek drainage basin. The site generally drains to the northeast. Drainage and other
public infrastructure required with site development shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with the B/CS Unified Design Guidelines. Detention was previously provided for
this property with the existing water feature/retention pond in University Town Center.
The subject tract will have access to Lincoln Avenue, which is designated as a future Major
Collector on the Thoroughfare Plan and currently constructed as a Minor Collector in this area.
It will also have access to University Drive East, a 6-lane Major Arterial, by extending the
private drive at the rear of the existing University Town Center as well as Wellesley Court and
Vassar Court that connect to Tarrow Street, a Major Collector. Based on the size of the
request, a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) was required. The TIA took into account minor shifts
in how traffic would be anticipated to circulate through the adjacent roadways with addition of
the proposed Public Way connection to Lincoln Avenue located across from Ashburn Avenue.
All intersections within the TIA study area are expected to continue to perform at acceptable
Levels of Service following development of the tract so no traffic mitigation was identified. Like
Ashburn Avenue, the proposed southbound connection to Lincoln Avenue would have a stop
sign and the TIA recommended an additional turn lane to the southbound approach could be
added though not needed to maintain an acceptable Level of Service at the intersection.
REVIEW OF CONCEPT PLAN
The Concept Plan provides an illustration of the general layout of the proposed land uses as
well as access points external and internal to the property. 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
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 stated purpose and intent of the requested PDD is “to develop a walkable, mixed-use
development consisting of retail, multi-family residences and single-family residences.”
The Concept Plan proposes single-family development that fronts Lincoln Avenue, with
commercial and multi-family uses behind these future homes on the remainder of the 7.5-acre
tract. Buildings will be subject to non-residential architectural requirements, with a building
height maximum of 60 feet for the hotel and multi-family land uses and single-family height
protection for the existing single-family homes fronting Lincoln Avenue on the east side of the
property. A Public Way is proposed along the western boundary of the property, extending
from Lincoln Avenue through the development and connecting into the existing Private Access
drive and parking area of the previous phases of University Town Center. This Public Way will
also connect into Wellesley Court and Vassar Court. A 10-foot multi-use path is proposed to
run along the Public Way, adjacent to the proposed commercial uses. No buffer will be
provided between the proposed single-family and multi-family/commercial uses, with direct
vehicular access provided from the proposed residential alley serving the single-family homes
along Lincoln Avenue and the commercial/multi-family development.
Citizen Input:
The applicant held a meeting for the College Hills Woodlands Neighborhood Association on
October 10, 2017 to discuss the rezoning request and Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The
applicant, property owner, City staff and fifteen (15) residents attended the meeting. The
resident concerns included: increased traffic along Lincoln Avenue and Ashburn Avenue,
decreased property taxes due to increase in neighborhood traffic, intensity of the uses
requested, building height, signage and close proximity of the development to single-family
homes.
In an effort to address some of the resident concerns listed above, the applicant has proposed
the following modifications to their PDD request:
The initial application proposed a 90 foot maximum height for the multi-family and
hotel structures. Based on concerns from the residents, the applicant is now proposing
a 60 foot height maximum for these structures.
Attached signage for the non-residential portion of the property will not face Lincoln
Avenue and will be located away from the Eastgate Neighborhood.
Night Clubs, Bars and/or Taverns will be prohibited within this PDD.
Modification Requested: GS General Suburban, GC General Commercial and MF Multi-
Family is proposed as the base zoning district with the following modifications:
Dimensional Standards – Section 6.6. A.7 Farmer’ Market
Addition of a permanent Farmer’s Market allowed by right on the non-residential portion of
the property.
Height – Section 7.1.H.3 Low Density Residential Protection
A 1:1 slope building height setback to the existing single-family lots to the east of the property.
No building height setback between the proposed general suburban and the proposed
commercial and multi-family land uses.
Signs – Section 7.5.C, 7.5.D.11 & 7.5.F
The general suburban portion of the property is permitted an Area
Identification/Subdivision Sign.
A freestanding sign for the commercial development is allowed at Lincoln Avenue.
The commercial portion of the property is permitted one Campus Wayfinding Sign that may
be located along the Public Way. The maximum area allowed for the Wayfinding Sign is
60 square feet.
Each non-residential building shall be permitted a Low-Profile Sign.
Landscaping/Streetscaping – Section 7.6.D.2 & 4 Streetscape & Parking Screening
Streetscaping will only be provided on the commercial side of the proposed Public Way.
Parking screening is not required along the proposed Public Way.
Buffer – Section 7.7.F Minimum Buffer Standards
No buffer will be required between the proposed non-residential uses and residential uses.
Outdoor Storage and Display – Section 7.12.2
No screening or enclosure will be required for the Outdoor Sales Area as it relates to the
proposed Farmers’ Market.
Subdivision Regulations – Section 8.3.G.1 & 4 Blocks
A single tier of single-family lots may be platted.
This property shall not be subject to maximum block perimeter requirements.
Community Benefits: The applicant offers the following as community benefits:
This is an infill development that will utilize existing utilities and resources and result in
much needed sales tax revenue for the City.
The development will provide a unique mixture of single-family, multi-family and
commercial uses with an urban feel.
The development will be walkable within the center and will provide access to surrounding
residents to this development as well as the adjoining University Town Center, unifying the
area residents.
The multi-family and hotel structures shall not exceed 60 feet in height.
Attached signage for the non-residential portion of the property will not face Lincoln
Avenue and will be located away from the Eastgate Neighborhood.
Night Clubs, Bars and/or Taverns are prohibited within this PDD.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the PDD Planned Development District zoning request and
associated Concept Plan.
Attachments:
1. Background Information
2. Vicinity, Small Area Map & Aerial
3. Application
4. Rezoning Map
5. Concept Plan
6. Bulk Variance Letter
NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: October 19, 2017
Advertised Council Hearing Dates: November 9, 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:
College Hills Woodlands
Property owner notices mailed: Twenty five (25)
Contacts in support: None
Contacts in opposition: One at the time of staff report. Concerns included: increased
traffic and close proximity to single-family homes
Inquiry contacts: One at the time of staff report.
In addition to the City’s required notification, the applicant held a meeting for the College Hills
Woodlands Neighborhood Association on October 10, 2017. The applicant, property owner, City
staff and fifteen (15) residents attended the meeting. Concerns included: increased traffic,
property taxes, uses allowed, building height, signage and close proximity to single-family
homes.
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive
Plan Zoning Land Use
North General Commercial GC General
Commercial Commercial Retail
South (across
Lincoln Avenue)
Neighborhood
Conservation
GS General
Suburban
Single-Family
Residential
East Urban & General
Suburban
GC General
Commercial & PDD
Planned
Development District
Commercial Retail,
Duplex Residential &
Single-Family
Residential
West Urban & General
Suburban
GS General
Suburban, D Duplex
& R-4 Multi-Family
Multi-Family, Duplex
Residential & Single-
Family Residential
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexation: 1956
Zoning: Single-Family upon original zoning
R-1 Single-Family Residential renamed to GS General Suburban in
2014
Final Plat: Property is not platted
Site development: Property is not developed
University Town Center - Concept Plan
October 5, 2017Sahara Realty Group, Ltd.
General
Suburban
Vicinity Map
Allowed Uses:
Multi-Family
Residential
Hotel
Office
Farmers Market
(Outdoor)
Structured Parking
Surface Parking
Allowed Uses:
Retail
Restaurant
Office
Farmers Market
(Outdoor)
Structured Parking
Surface Parking
Flex Zone:
Uses from either
Pink or Blue Zone
NLINCOLN AVENUEPROPOSED PUBLIC WAY
Notes:
1. Total Site Area = 7.47 ac.
2. There is no FEMA regulated 100-year floodplain on this site per FEMA Map Panel#48041C0305F, dated April 2, 2014.
3. The development will not include parks, greenways, conservation areas or schools.
4. The base zoning district for this PDD shall be GS - general suburban, GC - general commercial and MF - multi-family, where applicable.
5. The development will include a 10 foot multi-use path along the proposed public way.
6. All site lighting will comply with City of College Station ordinances.
7. For buffer information see bulk variances letter.
8. The hotel and multi-family buildings will not exceed 60 feet in height. These buildings will be located toward the Lincoln side of the 7 acre site and will meet the modified height protections as requested.
9. The structured parking will not exceed 3 stories.
10.The surface parking areas throughout the site will be interconnected such that cross-access will be available between all uses and to the proposed public way.
11.Access locations to the proposed public way extension will be located in proximate locations shown OR in locations to meet the City of College Station driveway ordinance.
12.Drainage detention is already designed for this site within the existing retention pond on site.
13.All required off-street parking for the General Suburban (GS) area will be provided on the GS property.
14.A 1:1 height protection setback will be provided between all proposed buildings and the single-family located along the easternmost property line.
15.No height protection setback will be provided between all proposed buildings and the proposed General Suburban area.
16.The retail and restaurant uses will primarily be located on the University Drive side, while the multi-family and hotel uses will primarily be located on the Lincoln Ave side of the tract.
17.The Flex Zone along Public Way frontage is intended to allow this strip to flex and potentially include uses from either zone.
18.Attached signage for the non-residential portion will not face Lincoln Ave and will be located away from the Eastgate Neighborhood.
19.Night clubs, bars and/or taverns are prohibited within this PDD.
Applicant
Sahara Realty Group Ltd.
P.O. Box 4508
Bryan, Texas 77805
T: 979 779 7209 x132
Civil Engineer
Mitchell and Morgan, LLP
3204 Earl Rudder Fwy. S.
College Station, Texas 77845
T: 979 260 6963
Architect
Graphite PLLC
1719 Vassar Street
Houston, TX 77098
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