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Home My WebLink About09/12/2013 - Regular Agenda Packet - City CouncilTable of Contents Agenda 4 Consent No. 2a - Minutes Coversheet revised 8 Budget Workshop 1 9 Budget Workshop 2 12 Budget Workshop 3 16 Regular 19 Consent No. 2b - Two-Hour Parking on Church Avenue Coversheet revised 23 Map 24 Ordinance 25 Consent No. 2c - Contract and Grant for HOME Programs, Brazos Valley Community Action Agency Coversheet revised 28 Contract 29 Consent No. 2d - Property Casualty Insurance Policies for Fiscal Year 2014 Coversheet revised 83 Broker Recomendation Property 85 Broker Recomendation EL & WC 87 Consent No. 2e - Three-way Stop Sign Controlled Intersection Located Church Avenue and the Public Way of the Stack Property Coversheet revised 89 Ordinance 90 Location Map 93 Consent No. 2f - Annual Agreement Janitorial Maintenance Services – First Renewal Coversheet revised 94 Renewal Letter 95 Consent No. 2g - Annual Blanket Order for Annual Interior/Exterior Painting - First Renewal Coversheet revised 96 Renewal Letter 97 Consent No. 2h - Barron Road East Extension Project (ST1101)Amending Resolution Determining Need and Necessity Coversheet revised 98 Resolution 99 Map 101 Consent No. 2i - Microsoft Office 2013 Software Purchase Coversheet updated 102 SHI Document Revision Authorization 103 Select Plus Signature Page 104 1 Consent No. 2j – Ratification of Amended Exhibit “A” of an Interlocal Agreement between the College Station Independent School District and the City of College Station to Transition Kids Klub Operations Coversheet revised 107 CSISD CS Interlocal Amended Exh A (Kids Klub) 08-16 -13 108 Regular No. 1 - Public Hearing for UDO Amendment for Block Length Coversheet revised 112 Redline version of changes 114 Ordinance 116 Regular No. 2 - Public Hearing for Variable Width Right-of-Way Abandonments – 401 Louise Avenue Coversheet revised 118 Vicinity Map 119 Location Map 120 Ordinance 121 Regular No. 3 - Public Hearing for Economic Development Master Plan Coversheet revised 131 Executive Summary 133 Ordinance 136 Regular No. 4 - Public Hearing for One & Two-Family Residential Districts Coversheet revised 144 Summary Sheets 146 Summary Sheets 2 147 Summary Sheets 3 149 Summary Sheets 151 Red-Line Version 152 Ordinance 194 Regular No. 5 - Public Hearing for Single-Family Parking Requirements Coversheet revised 248 Options 250 Red-line version 253 Ordinance 269 Regular No. 6 - Fiscal Year 2013 - 2014 Budget Adoption Coversheet revised 287 Budget Adoption Ordinance 289 Regular No. 7 - Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption Coversheet revised 294 Signed Tax Rate Ordinance 295 Regular No. 8 - Sanitation Rate Ordinance Coversheet revised 297 Ordinance 298 2 Summary of Service Levels 303 3 CITY OF COllEGE STATION Home o/Texas A&M University~Mayor Council members Nancy Berry Blanche Brick Mayor Pro Tern Jess Fields Karl Mooney John Nichols Interim City Manager Julie M. Schultz Kathy Merrill J ames Benham Agenda College Station City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, September 12,2013 at 7:00 PM City Hall Council Chamber, 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 1. Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, Consider absence request. Hear Visitors: A citizen may address the City Council on any item which does not appear on the posted Agenda. Registration forms are available in the lobby and at the desk of the City Secretary. This form should be completed and delivered to the City Secretary by 5:30 pm. Please limit remarks to three minutes. A timer alarm will sound after 2 112 nlinutes to signal thirty seconds remaining to conclude your remarks. The City Council will receive the information, ask staff to look into the matter, or place the issue on a future agenda. Topics of operational concerns shall be directed to the City Manager. Comments should not personally attack other speakers, Councilor staff. Consent Agenda At the discretion of the Mayor, individuals may be allowed to speak on a Consent Agenda Item. Individuals who wish to address the City Council on a consent agenda item not posted as a public hearing shall register with the City Secretary prior to the Mayor's reading of the agenda item. Registration forms are available in the lobby and at the desk of the City Secretary. 2. Presentation, possible action and discussion of consent agenda items which consists of ministerial or "housekeeping" items required by law. Items may be removed from the consent agenda by majority vote of the Council. a. Presentation, possible action, and discussion of minutes for: August 19, 2013 Budget Workshop August 20, 2013 Budget Workshop • August 21, 2013 Budget Workshop August 22,2013 Workshop • August 22, 2013 Regular Council Meeting b. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on an ordinance amending Chapter 10, Section 10-4, Subsection G of the code of ordinances, establishing two-hour parking on Church A venue, near its intersection with University Drive. City Council Regular Meeting Page 2 Thursday, September 12,2013 c. Presentation, possible action and discussion on approving a contract for the grant of federal HOME CHDO Set-Aside funds with Brazos Valley Community Action Agency (BVCAA) in the amount of $1 ,448,868 for acquisition and possible rehabilitation of ten (10) existing dwelling units to be used as affordable rental housing for income-eligible households. d. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding City of College Station Excess Liability and Workers' Compensation Insurance, PropertylBoiler & Machinery, Commercial Crime, EMT Liability, and Auto Property Damage policies for Fiscal Year 2014. FY14 premiums for all lines of coverage total $408,039.66. e. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on the consideration of an ordinance amending Chapter 10, "Traffic Code", Section 10-2., "Traffic Control Devices," Subsection D "Intersections Controlled by Stop Signs", Traffic Schedule III -Stop Signs, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by implementing a three-way stop controlled operation at the new intersection of Church Avenue East bound and Church Avenue North-bound and the South-bound public way exiting the Stack property. f. Presentation, possible action, and discussion of the first renewal of Service Contract 12-278 between the City of College Station and Shelby Building Maintenance & Janitorial, Inc. d/b/a Professional Floor ~ervice & Janitorial LLC in the amount of $142,534 for the purpose of Annual Janitorial Maintenance Service of City buildings. g. Presentation, possible action, and discussion of the first renewal of Service Contract 12-291 between the City of College station and JNA Painting and Contracting in the amount of $57,931 for the purpose of Various Interior/ Exterior Painting of City buildings. h. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of amending the Resolution Determining Need and Necessity for the Barron Road East Extension Project. 1. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of a purchase between the City of College Station and SRI Government Solutions in the amount of $143,531.20 for the purposes of buying half of the Microsoft Office 2013 software licenses to upgrade the city suite of applications. J. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding ratification of an amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Joint Use of Facilities between the College Station Independent School District (CSISD) and the City of College Station to Transition Kids Klub operations. Regular Agenda At the discretion of the Mayor, individuals may be allowed to speak on a Regular Agenda Iten1. Individuals who wish to address the City Council on a regular agenda item not posted as a public hearing shall register with the City Secretary prior to the Mayor's reading of the agenda item. Registration forms are available in the lobby and at the desk of the City Secretary. Individuals who wish to address the City Council on an item posted as a public hearing shall register with the City Secretary prior to the Mayor's announcement to open the public hearing. The Mayor will recognize individuals who wish to come forward to speak for or against the item. The speaker will state their name and address for the record and allowed three minutes. A timer alarm will sound at 2 1/2 minutes to signal thirty seconds remaining to conclude remarks. After a public hearing is closed, there shall be no additional public comments. If Council needs additional information from the general public, some limited comments may be allowed at the discretion of the Mayor. 3 1. 2. 3. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. City Council Regular Meeting Page 4 Thursday, September 12, 2013 The City Council 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: ~('IWvlJ?Q City Manager Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of College Station, Texas will be held on the Thursday, Septen1ber 12, 2013 at 7:00 PM at the City Hall Council Chambers, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas. The following subjects will be discussed, to wit: See Agenda. I, the undersigned, do hereby certify that the above Notice of Meeting of the Governing Body of the City of College Station, Texas, is a true and correct copy of said Notice and that I posted a true and correct copy of said notice on the bulletin board at City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, in College Station, Texas, and the City's website, www.cstx.gov.TheAgendaandNoticearereadilyaccessibletothegeneralpublicatalltimes.Said Notice and Agenda were posted on September 6, 2013 at 5 :00 p.m. and remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours proceeding the scheduled time of said meeting. This public notice was removed from the official posting board at the College Station City Hall on the following date and time: by ____________ Dated this __day of _______, 2013 By_________________ Subscribed and sworn to before me on this the __day of ________, 2013. Notary Public -Brazos County, Texas My commission expires: _____ The building is wheelchair accessible . Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for sign interpretive service must be made 48 hours before the meeting. To make arrangements call (979) 764-3517 or (TDD) 1-800-735-2989. Agendas may be viewed on www.cstx .gov. Council meetings are broadcast live on Cable Access Channel 19. September 12, 2013 City Council Consent Agenda Item No. 2a City Council Minutes To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion of minutes for: • August 19, 2013 Budget Workshop • August 20, 2013 Budget Workshop • August 21, 2013 Budget Workshop • August 22, 2013 Workshop • August 22, 2013 Regular Council Meeting Attachments: • August 19, 2013 Budget Workshop • August 20, 2013 Budget Workshop • August 21, 2013 Budget Workshop • August 22, 2013 Workshop • August 22, 2013 Regular Council Meeting 8 WKSHP081913 Minutes Page 1 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUDGET WORKSHOP CITY OF COLLEGE STATION AUGUST 19, 2013 STATE OF TEXAS § § COUNTY OF BRAZOS § Present: Nancy Berry, Mayor Council: Blanche Brick Jess Fields Karl Mooney John Nichols Julie Schultz James Benham City Staff: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager Carla Robinson, City Attorney Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary 1. Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present With a quorum present, the Budget Workshop of the College Station City Council was called to order by Mayor Nancy Berry at 4:04 p.m. on Monday, August 19, 2013 in the CSU Meeting/Training Facility, 1603 Graham Road, College Station, Texas 77842. 2. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on the FY 2013-2014 Proposed Budget. Jeff Kersten, Executive Director of Fiscal Services, provided a review of the proposed FY13-14 budget. The transmittal letter identified some key budget points. He reported the City is moving forward after several years of reductions and realigning the organization. We have experienced continued economic recovery and continued growth in major areas, such as education, health care, Northgate, and housing. There are some new opportunities ahead, such as TAMU facility access. We are also planning ahead for new power supply opportunities. The proposed budget provides for competitive and sustainable pay and benefits. It also maintains priority service levels and enhances certain priority service levels. Another important part of the budget is to continue to invest in the capital infrastructure needed for a growing community. Upcoming key policy decisions the Council must consider include the selection if a new City Manager, the creation of two new Municipal Management Districts, and consideration of a 2015 9 WKSHP081913 Minutes Page 2 General Obligation Bond election for infrastructure projects. The proposed budget contains a 3% pay increase and to continue the Police step plan and the Fire and Electric plans. The budget maintains employee health insurance and retirement with TMRS. There are no proposed changes. The base budget funds our current service levels and assumes an effective tax rate of 42.5958 cents. There are no electric, water, wastewater, drainage or residential sanitation rate increases. There is a commercial sanitation rate increase proposed. Sales tax makes up 40.81% of the General Fund revenues. The FY13 sales tax forecast is 6.5% higher than FY12 due to a better than anticipated economic recovery. The FY14 estimate is $23.5 million, or 2.6% over the FY13 year end estimate. GENERAL FUND REVENUE Property values have been certified at $6.23 billion for an overall 4.8% increase over last year. There was $197 million in new value, and existing values increased by 1.5%. Property tax revenue is generated by a current tax rate of 43.0687 cents. The effective tax rate is 42.5958 cents and will generate about the same revenue as last year. The rollback rate is 45.8758 cents. Staff is recommending the effective tax rate. Each cent on the tax rate generates approximately $576,000. Property tax revenues make up 25.2% of the proposed General Fund revenue stream. The Debt Service portion is $12 million. Proposing the effective tax rate does not require additional public hearings and publications. If Council wishes to consider a rate higher than the effective rate, there are several things that must be done, such as a discussion on the tax rate, a vote to increase tax revenues, call and hold two Public Hearings, and public notice require. A total transfer of $9,226,925 from utilities (Electric, Water, Wastewater, and Sanitation) accounts for 16.03% of General Fund revenues. Other General Fund revenues are projected in the amount of $10,333,799. There were minimal changes in these other revenue categories (franchise fees/mixed drink tax, licenses/permits, Parks and Recreation, Municipal Court fines, etc.) and account for 18% of General Fund revenues. Salaries and Benefits: A 3% Pay Plan proposal is included, in the amount of $800,000. There are no increases in benefits and has a neutral impact on the budget. Due to the organizational restructuring, six positions were eliminated in the General Fund and Recreation Fund. Three vacant Cemetery positions were outsourced, and three vacant Conference Center positions were removed from the FTE count. It was noted that departments continue to streamline processes and reduce costs. GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES Departmental SLAs and proposed projects include: * Police: $270,389 for four additional personnel; $97,377 for miscellaneous, such as retention of four patrol fleet vehicles, equipment, Northgate satellite office, etc. * Fire: $140,108 for one Safety Officer/EMS Supervisor 10 WKSHP081913 Minutes Page 3 * Public Works: $150,000 for proposed projects (building repairs from facility assessment); $318,981 in SLAs for a facilities maintenance tech, street rehab, roof replacements, equipment, traffic system studies, etc. * Parks and Recreation: $410,000 in SLAs for parks operations, court resurfacing, athletic field maintenance, TAAF Games of Texas, tournament crew part-time staff. * Librar y: There is a 7.11% increase in the budget for supplies, maintenance, purchased services, and capital outlay (books). * Planning and Development Services: $175,000 in SLAs for the Neighborhood Plan implementation, a five-year Comprehensive Plan update, and a portion of the ADA transition evaluation. * Information Technology: $176,587 for proposed projects, such as Council Chambers audio/video upgrade (split with PEG Fund) and a teleworks upgrade. $47,057 in SLAs for a Technology Services Specialist and Advanced Authentication software. * Fiscal Services: $33,474 in SLAs for Municipal Court certification pay, and to update/replace the City's online bidding system. * Human Resources: $33,837 in SLAs for organizational training and a Benefits Specialist position (split with Benefits Fund). 3. Presentation, possible action and discussion on the 2013-2014 ad valorem tax rate; and, if necessary on calling two public hearings on a proposed ad valorem tax rate for 2013-2014 There was no discussion on this item. 4. Adjournment MOTION: There being no further business, Mayor Berry adjourned the budget workshop of the College Station City Council at 7:34 p.m. on Monday, August 19, 2013. ________________________ Nancy Berry, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________ Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary 11 WKSHP082013 Minutes Page 1 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUDGET WORKSHOP CITY OF COLLEGE STATION AUGUST 20, 2013 STATE OF TEXAS § § COUNTY OF BRAZOS § Present: Nancy Berry, Mayor Council: Blanche Brick Jess Fields, arrived after roll call Karl Mooney John Nichols Julie Schultz James Benham City Staff: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager Carla Robinson, City Attorney Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary 1. Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present With a quorum present, the Budget Workshop of the College Station City Council was called to order by Mayor Nancy Berry at 4:08 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 in the CSU Meeting/Training Facility, 1603 Graham Road, College Station, Texas 77842. 2. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on the FY 2013-2014 Proposed Budget. Jeff Kersten, Executive Director of Fiscal Services, continued with the review of the proposed FY13-14 budget. Additional proposed projects funded by the General Fund include: * Transfer to Streets CIP Fund in the amount of $389,549. * Transfer to General Government CIP Fund in the amount of $200,000. * Transfer to the PEG Fund in the amount of $233,840. Non-departmental expenditures were briefly reviewed. There are some projects contingent on our future resources from the pending First Street real estate transaction, which is anticipated to net $2.4 million. Identified capital projects are the Francis Drive Rehab Phases 1 and 2, and the Graham Road Rehab. These capital projects, along 12 WKSHP082013 Minutes Page 2 with several Service Level Adjustments contingent on future resources, total $2,333,072. Staff recommended these be brought back in a mid-year Budget Amendment when proceeds are received. The financial forecast for revenue continues to be conservative, based on a slight sales tax increase, modest property value increases, and maintaining the tax rate. There are limited new expenditures. The forecast includes the Pay Plan as proposed and the estimated O&M on CIP projects. From the General Fund: OUTSIDE AGENCY FUNDING Research Valley Partnership $ 350,000 ACBV - O&M $ 75,000 Noon Lions Club $ 10,000 Aggieland Humane Society $ 194,939 Brazos County Health District $ 326,500 Brazos County Appraisal District $ 260,607 From the Sanitation Fund: Keep Brazos Beautiful $ 46,240 From the Hotel Tax Fund: ACBV - Affiliate Funding $ 300,000 (add $65,000 for George Bush Library=$365,000) Convention & Visitors Bureau $1,379,340 CVB - Grant Program $ 100,000 (add $53,000 for Chamber, BVB and Northgate=$153,000) George Bush Library $ 65,000 (move to ACBV-Affiliate Funding=$0) BCS Chamber of Commerce $ 25,000 (move to CVB-Grant Funding=$0) Brazos Valley Bowl $ 25,000 (move to CVB-Grant Funding=$0) Northgate District Association $ 3,000 (move to CVB-Grant Funding=$0) The Recreation Fund is designed to identify revenues and total costs associated with recreation programs and facilities. It allows decisions to be made on subsidy levels and funding priorities. There are four levels of support: Full Fee (80%-100%); Partial Fee I (50%-80%); Partial Fee II (20%-50%); and Minimum Fee (0%-20%). Revenue is estimated at $1,037,750 with expenditures in the amount of $3,253,310. The FY14 subsidy is $2,215,560 including a one time SLA for Adamson Lagoon repairs in the amount of $13,600. RECREATION FUND The Debt Service Fund addresses aging infrastructure and future infrastructure needs due to growth. The proposed FY14 rate is 19.3053 cents for a property tax revenue of $12,041,492 to satisfy the FY14 debt service requirement. 75% of the Cemetery debt service will be paid from the tax rate in FY14. DEBT SERVICE FUND 13 WKSHP082013 Minutes Page 3 There is a transfer from the General Fund in the amount of $400,000. This was increased to meet future commitments. The FY14 expenditure budget is $998,900 to satisfy current obligations. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND Revenue derived from rents and royalties from the tenants at Chimney Hill is budgeted at $410,327. FY14 expenditures are $80,000 for facilities maintenance and $48983 for property taxes. CHIMNEY HILL FUND The policy issue related to capital infrastructure is to consider if we should continue to invest in capital infrastructure for a growing community, and where possible, address the needs of existing infrastructure. In 2008, a Bond Authorization for $76,950,000 was approved by the voters for Streets and Transportation; Library; Parks and Recreation; and Fire Station. GENERAL GOVERNMENT CAPITAL PROJECTS * Streets: $15,729,902 is budgeted for street rehabilitation projects, street extension projects, TXDOT projects, traffic projects, and sidewalks/trails. * Other General Government capital projects include $4.2 million for Parks and Recreation; $3 million for park land; $448,955 for facilities; and $4.6 million for technology. * Electric Fund: No rate increase has been proposed in the FY14 proposed budget. Assuming a 2% growth in residential and commercial, revenue has been budgeted at $98,170,676. Expenditures in the amount of $99,937,295 are proposed for operations and maintenance, purchased power and wheeling costs (biggest component of the budget at $76 million), and transfers. There are proposed SLAs for a new Assistant Director position, the Siemans SiPass System Support Agreement, and the Network Firewall Maintenance Agreement. Debt service is $5.8 million, and there is a transfer to the General Fund for about $5.8 million. $6,342,188 is estimated for FY14 Electric Capital expenditures. Key capital projects include a general plant, overhead system improvements, underground system improvements, residential street lighting, thoroughfare street lighting, etc. The construction of the Northgate Substation is scheduled for completion by December 2013. ENTERPRISE FUNDS 3. Presentation, possible action and discussion on the 2013-2014 ad valorem tax rate; and, if necessary on calling two public hearings on a proposed ad valorem tax rate for 2013-2014 There was no discussion on this item. 14 WKSHP082013 Minutes Page 4 4. Adjournment MOTION: There being no further business, Mayor Berry adjourned the budget workshop of the College Station City Council at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. ________________________ Nancy Berry, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________ Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary 15 WKSHP082113 Minutes Page 1 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL BUDGET WORKSHOP CITY OF COLLEGE STATION AUGUST 21, 2013 STATE OF TEXAS § § COUNTY OF BRAZOS § Present: Nancy Berry, Mayor Council: Blanche Brick Jess Fields Karl Mooney John Nichols Julie Schultz James Benham City Staff: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager Carla Robinson, City Attorney Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary 1. Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present With a quorum present, the Budget Workshop of the College Station City Council was called to order by Mayor Nancy Berry at 4:08 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 in the CSU Meeting/Training Facility, 1603 Graham Road, College Station, Texas 77842. 2. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on the FY 2013-2014 Proposed Budget. Carla Robinson, City Attorney, briefed the Council on the use of HOT funds to pay Arts Council administrative costs. Jeff Kersten, Executive Director of Fiscal Services, continued with the review of the proposed FY13-14 budget. * Water Fund: Revenue is projected at $14.7 million and is derived from the user fees from water customers. There is no rate increase for FY14, but there is a proposed water tap fee adjustment. Expenditures are estimated to be $16.2 million and include the Pay Plan proposal and several SLAs. The budget for Water Capital Projects is $2.3 million. ENTERPRISE FUNDS 16 WKSHP082113 Minutes Page 2 * Wastewater Fund: Revenue is projected at $14.1 million and will also be derived from the user fees from water customers. Again, there is no rate increase for FY14; however, the forecast shows future rate increases. Expenditures are estimated at $16.6 million and includes the Pay Plan proposal. The budget for Wastewater Capital Projects is $3.7 million. * Sanitation Fund: Revenue is projected at $8.2 million and includes a 15% rate increase in FY14 for commercial customers. This includes $400,960 from BVSWMA to offset the Debt Service payment. Expenditures are estimated to be $8.2 and include some SLAs and a transfer to the General Fund. * Drainage Utility Fund: Revenue is projected at a little over $2 million. Expenditures are estimated at $2.9 million and includes some SLAs and the Pay Plan proposal. The O&M for drainage improvement projects is $1.2 million. * Northgate Parking Fund: Revenue is projected at $1.4 million and reflects the updated parking fee schedule to be implemented in August. It is assumed that parking fines will remain relatively flat. There is a one time transfer from the General Fund in the amount of $60,000. Expenditures are estimated at $1.4 million and includes the Pay Plan proposal. * HOT Tax Fund: Revenue is projected at $4.2 million and expenditures for City operations are estimated to be a little under $1 million. Outside Agency Funding is budgeted at $1.8 million. SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS * Court Funds and Police Seizure Fund: These funds are set up as: Court Technology Fee Fund; Court Security Fee Fund; Juvenile Case Manager Fee Fund; and the Police Seizure Fund * Cemetery Fund: These are set up as: Memorial Cemetery Fund; Memorial Cemetery Endowment Fund; and the Texas Avenue Cemetery Endowment Fund. * Other Special Revenue Funds: Wolf PenCreek TIF; West Medical District TIRZ No. 18; East Medical District TIRZ No. 19; and the Public, Educational and Government (PEG) Channel Access Fee Fund. * Self-Insurance Fund: This provides the insurance needs for the City, including property casualty; employee benefits; workers compensation; and unemployment. INTERNAL SERVICES FUND * Equipment Replacement Fund: Funds are set aside on an annual basis for future replacements. Revenues are projected at $3.6 million and expenditures are estimated at $6.1 million. * Utility Customer Service: Revenue is projected at $2.2 million and is charged to the Electric,Water,Wastewater, Sanitation, and Drainage utilities. Expenditures are estimated at $2.2 million. SLAs in the amount of $24,789 are included in the expenditure total. * Fleet Maintenance Fund: Revenue is projected at $1.8 million, and expenditures are estimated at $1.9 million, which includes SLAs in the amount of $79,931. 3. Presentation, possible action and discussion on the 2013-2014 ad valorem tax rate; and, if necessary on calling two public hearings on a proposed ad valorem tax rate for 2013-2014 Staff is proposing the effective tax rate. If the Council wishes to go higher than the effective tax rate, two Public Hearings must be noticed and held. The proposed effective tax rate of 42.5958 17 WKSHP082113 Minutes Page 3 cents will provide funding for debt service and operations and maintenance. The rate breaks down at 19.3053 cents for debt service and 23.2905 cents for operations and maintenance. Council gave direction to proceed with the effective tax rate. Council also directed Chuck Gilman to visit with the City Manager and Finance Director regarding department position priorities and to allocate $125,000 for a possible Traffic Engineer in Public Works (dependent upon the Director’s priorities) and a part-time Code Officer in Planning and Development Services. 4. Adjournment MOTION: There being no further business, Mayor Berry adjourned the budget workshop of the College Station City Council at 7:29 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2013. ________________________ Nancy Berry, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________ Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary 18 RM082213 Minutes Page 1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF COLLEGE STATION AUGUST 22, 2013 STATE OF TEXAS § § COUNTY OF BRAZOS § Present: Nancy Berry, Mayor Council: Blanche Brick Jess Fields Karl Mooney John Nichols Julie Schultz James Benham City Staff: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager Carla Robinson, City Attorney Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary Tanya McNutt, Deputy City Secretary Call to Order and Announce a Quorum is Present With a quorum present, the Regular Meeting of the College Station City Council was called to order by Mayor Berry at 7:20 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2013 in the Council Chambers of the City of College Station City Hall, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas 77842. 1. Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, consider absence request . Citizen Comments Donald Deere, 1500 Frost Drive, signed up but did not speak. CONSENT AGENDA 2a. • Presentation, possible action, and discussion of minutes for: • August 8, 2013 Workshop • August 8, 2013 Regular Council Meeting August 13, 2013 Joint Meeting with CSISD 19 RM082213 Minutes Page 2 2b. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on Ordinance 2013-3513, authorizing a General Election to be held on November 5, 2013, for the purpose of electing a Mayor and a City Councilmember, Place 2, by the qualified voters of the City of College Station, establishing early voting locations, polling places for this election and making provisions for conducting the election. Presentación, posible acción y discusión sobre una ordenanza autorizando Elecciones Generales para celebrarse el 5 de noviembre de 2013, con el propósito de elegir a un Alcalde y a un Miembre del Consejo, Puesto número 2, por medio de los votantes calificados de la Ciudad de College Station, estableciendo los puestos de votaciones tempranas, los centros de votaciones para estas elecciones e indicando las estipulaciones para dirigir las elecciones. 2c. Presentation, possible action and discussion on an interlocal government agreement with Brazos County for the conduct and management of the City of College Station General Election that will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. Presentación, posible acción y discusión de un acuerdo gubernamental interlocal con el Condado de Brazos para dirigir y administrar las Elecciones Generales de la Ciudad de College Station que se celebrarán el martes 5 de noviembre de 2013. 2d. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding approval of four Railroad Crossing Agreements with Union Pacific Railroad for the installation of electric conduits at three locations under the railroad tracks at Wellborn and Patricia, Louise, Maple and an overhead crossing at Wellborn and F&B Road for a one-time licensee and administration fee of $70,300 for all agreements and locations. 2e. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of Resolution 08-22-13- 2e, adopting the first restatement of the interlocal agreement with the City of Bryan, City of Brenham, Brazos County, Washington County, and Texas A&M University to provide for the construction, acquisition, implementation, operation, and maintenance of the Brazos Valley Wide Area Communications System (BVWACS). 2f. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding Resolution 08-22-13-2f approving the interlocal agreement with the City of Bryan, City of Brenham, Brazos County, Washington County, Texas A&M University, and Brazos Valley Council of Governments; designating the Brazos Valley Council of Governments as the Managing Entity for the Brazos Valley Wide Area Communications System (BVWACS). 2g. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval Resolution 08-22-13- 2g, for Parks and Recreation Department User Fees for single car and self contained RV camping at W.A. Tarrow Park parking lot. 2h. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding ratification of construction contract 13-369 with Elliott Construction to repair the 24-inch water line at Dartmouth and FM-2818 in the amount of $140,704. 2i. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval for City Manager to expend up to $75,000 in FY-13 under the Wellborn SUD Wheeling ILA. 20 RM082213 Minutes Page 3 2j. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the renewal of contract 09-268 between the City of College Station and Ingram, Wallis & Co., P.C. in the amount of $95,000.00 for the purposes of Professional Auditing Services for the fiscal year ending on September 30, 2013. 2k. Presentation, possible action and discussion on approving the Hotel Tax Fund funding agreement between the City of College Station and the Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce for FY13 totaling $25,000, and approving the budget for the Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce related to the Hotel Tax funding. 2l. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding the renewal of service contract 11-307 with Cal’s Body Shop for annual automobile and truck paint and body repairs in an amount not to exceed $60,000.00. 2m. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding the renewal of Contract 12-254 with Brazos Paving Inc. for the Purchase and Installation of Type D Hot Mix Asphalt in the amount of $944,200.00. 2n. Presentation, possible action, and discussion of Ordinance 2013-3514, amending Chapter 10 “Traffic Code”, to create a loading zone on University Drive east of College Main to as much as possible, meet the desires of the area merchants and the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of College Station and the Northgate District Association (NDA). Item 2k were pulled for a separate vote. MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Mooney and a second by Councilmember Schultz, the City Council voted seven (7) for and none (0) opposed, to approve the Consent Agenda, less item 2k. The motion carried unanimously. (2k)MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Nichols and a second by Councilmember Benham, the City Council voted six (6) for and one (1) opposed, with Councilmember Fields voting against, to approve the Hotel Tax Fund funding agreement between the City of College Station and the Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce for FY13 totaling $25,000, and approving the budget for the Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce related to the Hotel Tax funding. The motion carried. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on the City of College Station FY2013-2014 Proposed Budget. At approximately 7:26 p.m., Mayor Berry opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 7:26 p.m. No action was required. 21 RM082213 Minutes Page 4 2. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding Ordinance 2013- 3515, amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance”, Section 4.2, “Official Zoning Map” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by rezoning approximately 59 acres for the property located in the Crawford Burnett League Abstract No. 7, College Station, Brazos County, Texas. Said tract being a portion of the remainder of a called 108.88 acre tract as described by a deed to Heath Phillips Investments, LLC, Recorded in Volume 9627, Page 73 of the Official Public Records of Brazos County, Texas, more generally located at 3100 Haupt Road from PDD Planned Development District to PDD Planned Development District with additional uses and amendments to the previously approved concept plan for the Barracks II. At approximately 7:30 p.m., Mayor Berry opened the Public Hearing. Heath Phillips, 2440 Stone Castle Circle, said he was here to answer any questions. He said staff assisted with coming up with solutions. He has visited with the adjacent land owner about the project. There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 7:33 p.m. MOTION: Upon a motion made by Councilmember Mooney and a second by Councilmember Fields, the City Council voted six (6) for and none (0) opposed, with Councilmember Schultz abstaining, to adopt Ordinance 2013-3515, amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance”, Section 4.2, “Official Zoning Map” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by rezoning approximately 59 acres for the property located in the Crawford Burnett League Abstract No. 7, College Station, Brazos County, Texas. Said tract being a portion of the remainder of a called 108.88 acre tract as described by a deed to Heath Phillips Investments, LLC, Recorded in Volume 9627, Page 73 of the Official Public Records of Brazos County, Texas, more generally located at 3100 Haupt Road from PDD Planned Development District to PDD Planned Development District with additional uses and amendments to the previously approved concept plan for the Barracks II. The motion carried. 3. Adjournment. MOTION: There being no further business, Mayor Berry adjourned the Regular Meeting of the City Council at 7:38 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2013. ________________________ Nancy Berry, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________ Sherry Mashburn, City Secretary 22 September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2b Two-Hour Parking on Church Avenue To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on an ordinance amending Chapter 10, Section 10-4, Subsection G of the code of ordinances, establishing two-hour parking on Church Avenue, near its intersection with University Drive. Relationship to Strategic Goals: Core Services and Infrastructure, and Multi-Modal Transportation. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval. Summary: This ordinance establishes eight two-hour parking spaces on a section of the recently-constructed Church Avenue in Northgate. Church Avenue was reconstructed in this area as a result of a partnership with the Rise, The Stack, and the City. The two-hour parking spaces will be located adjacent to the Rise at Northgate and will ensure turnover for the non-residential uses on the first floor of the building. Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Ordinance 2. Map 23 2 hr. Parking UNIVERSITY DRIVE CHURCH AVENUE The City of College Station Planning & Development Services 0 15075Feet ¯ 24 25 26 27 September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2c Contract and Grant for HOME Programs, Brazos Valley Community Action Agency To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Presentation, discussion and possible action on approving a contract for the grant of federal HOME CHDO Set-Aside funds with Brazos Valley Community Action Agency (BVCAA) in the amount of $1,448,868 for acquisition and possible rehabilitation of ten (10) existing dwelling units to be used as affordable rental housing for income-eligible households. Relationship to Strategic Goals: Financially Sustainable City, Core Services and Infrastructure, and Neighborhood Integrity Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the Contract Summary: The federal HOME program provides assistance to income qualified persons by funding for a variety of affordable housing activities. The City is required by HUD to make at least 15% of each year’s HOME grant allocation available for non-profit agencies that meet the definition of a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO). CHDO’s must have, as one of their goals, the provision of affordable housing. They must also have a board make-up that comply with the HOME Program requirements. The 15% set-aside funds may be used for most HOME eligible activities. If these funds are not made available to an eligible CHDO, or if not eligible CHDO is available to utilize the funding, those funds will be recaptured by HUD. Brazos valley Community Action Agency (BVCAA0 is currently the only certified CHDO for the City of College Station. In addition to the CHDO set-aside funds for FY 13 and FY 14, staff has completed a substantial amendment to the 2012 Annual Action Plan to move funds in the amount of $1,330,629 from the New Construction program to CHDO Reserve. Funds that had been previously allocated to a senior apartment housing tax credit application that was not funded must be committed to a new project by the end of October or they will be recaptured by HUD. BVCAA has submitted a proposal to acquire ten (10) existing dwelling units and, if necessary, rehabilitate for use as affordable rental units for income-eligible households. The dwelling units are a mixture of duplexes and single-family home currently listed for sale. Budget & Financial Summary: HOME funds available from FY 2009 in the amount of $229,673.98; FY 2010 in the amount of $539,268.00; FY 2011 in the amount of $358,632.50; FY 2012 in the amount of $203,054.52; FY 2013 in the amount of $61,332.00; and FY 14 in the amount of $56,907.00 for a total contract amount of $1,448,868.00. Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Contract and Grant for HOME Programs 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2d Property Casualty Insurance Policies for Fiscal Year 2014 To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Alison Pond, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding City of College Station Excess Liability and Workers’ Compensation Insurance, Property/Boiler & Machinery, Commercial Crime, EMT Liability, and Auto Property Damage policies for Fiscal Year 2014. FY14 premiums for all lines of coverage total $408,039.66. Relationship to Strategic Goals: Goal I.1 Spending taxpayer money efficiently Recommendation(s): The City of College Station Human Resources and Risk Management Department recommends approval of these insurance policies for the period October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2014. Policy Type FY 2013 Premium FY2014 Premium Increase Excess Liability/Workers’ Compensation with Star National Insurance Co. $204,373.00 23.20% Excess Workers Comp with Safety National Ins. Co. $72,484 Excess Liability with Starr Indemnity $180,000.00 Property/Boiler and Machinery with Affiliated FM $99,095.00 $116,494.00 17.50% Crime Coverage with Great American Insurance $2,345.00 2,356.00 0.00% EMT Liability with Western World Insurance Co. $5,932.66 5,932.66 0 Auto Property Damage Insurance with Great American Insurance $25,221.00 $30,773.00 22% Total Premiums $336,966.66 $408,039.66 21.00% Summary: Risk Management completed applications to solicit proposals for Excess Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Property/Boiler & Machinery, Commercial Crime, Auto Property Damage, Cyber Liability and EMT Liability insurance policies. Sole Broker of Record McGriff, Seibels and Williams of Texas, Inc., submitted the City’s applications to the appropriate carriers and evaluated all proposals submitted, based on criteria in the RFP. The City has been self-insured since 2002, with a self-insured retention of $250,000, grandfathered in by the previous carrier. All proposals for FY2014 policies assume a $500,000 self-insured retention. Limits of liability have been reduced in the recommended policies from $5 million/$15 million aggregate per policy to $5 million/$5 million aggregate per line of coverage. Deductibles remain the same as in FY13. The Property Insurance market has seen premium increases between 15 & 20 percent; the City’s premium increases 17.5 percent for FY14, with property values increasing approximately 13 percent, including the addition of Fire Station 6 to the schedule of properties. Fleet value increases resulted in a 22-percent increase in the Auto Property Damage premium. EMT liability coverage rate remained the same and is based on exposures (number of ambulances). Commercial crime coverage increased less than one percent. Overall, total insurance premiums increase $71,073, or approximately 21 percent. Budget & Financial Summary: Funds are available in the FY14 budget in the Property/Casualty Fund and the Workers’ Compensation Fund. 83 Attachments: Broker’s recommendation for Excess Liability (includes General Liability, Auto Liability, Law Enforcement Liability, Public Officials Liability, and Employee Benefits Liability), Workers’ Compensation, Property/Boiler & Machinery, Commercial Crime, Auto Property Damage for vehicles valued over $50,000, and EMT liability insurance. 84 5080 Spectrum Drive, Suite 900E, Addison, TX 75001 Tel (469) 232-2100 Fax (469) 232-2101 August 28, 2013 Ms. Retha Youell Risk Management Department City of College Station 1101 Texas Ave. College Station, TX 77840 Re: RFP #13-082 Property, Mobile Equipment, Boiler & Machinery, Fleet Catastrophic Loss and Employee Dishonesty Insurance Coverage Dear Retha, Thank you for the opportunity to assist the City of College Station in the evaluation of proposals submitted in response to RFP # 13-082 Property, Mobile Equipment, Boiler & Machinery, Fleet Catastrophic Loss and Employee Dishonesty Insurance Coverage. The City received three proposals; 1) Affiliated FM (incumbent) and 2) Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental Risk Pool – TML and 3) Great American Insurance Company. The proposals were evaluated using the City’s criteria as set forth in the RFP. Please see attached the comparison of evaluation factors and spreadsheet comparison of coverage. Regarding the Property, Mobile Equipment, Boiler & Machinery and Fleet Catastrophe Loss, in addition to providing the lowest quote, the Affiliated FM proposal exceeded the TML proposal in meeting the City’s requirements for financial stability and coverage form. It is our recommendation that the City purchase the Affiliated FM policy for Property, Mobile Equipment, Boiler & Machinery, and Fleet Catastrophic Insurance for the premium of $116,494. The $116,494 premium represents a $17,399 increase over last year’s premium with the same terms and conditions as the expiring policy. The City had a 13% increase in insured values over the expiring property policy. Regarding the Employee Dishonesty Coverage, Great American Insurance Co., and TML both provided quotes for this coverage. Both carriers scored the same on the City’s evaluation criteria. The Great American proposal exceeded the TML proposal in meeting the City’s requirements for financial stability while the additional premium is only $389. Great American has written the City’s Employee Dishonesty coverage since 2010. It is our recommendation that the City purchase the Great American policy for Employee Dishonesty Insurance for the premium of $2,356. MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS OF TEXAS, INC. 85 Thank you for the opportunity to work with the City of College Station. Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this evaluation. Sincerely, Johnny Fontenot, CPCU, ARM, AIC Executive Vice President 86 5080 Spectrum Drive, Suite 900E, Addison, TX 75001 Tel (469) 232-2100 Fax (469) 232-2101 August 28, 2013 Ms. Retha Youell Risk Management Department City of College Station 1101 Texas Ave. College Station, TX 77840 Re: RFP #13-080 Excess Liability and Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage Retha, Thank you for the opportunity to assist the City of College Station in the evaluation of proposals submitted in response to RFP # 13-080 Excess Liability and Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage. A total of twelve different carriers were approached and five responded to the RFP offering proposals on multiple lines of coverage: Excess Liability – Starr Indemnity, Safety National Excess Workers’ Compensation – Safety National, Midwest Employers Auto Physical Damage – Great American EMT Liability – Western World The proposals were evaluated using the City’s criteria as set forth in the RFP. Please see attached the comparison of evaluation factors and spreadsheet comparisons of coverage. Excess Liability and Workers’ Compensation The City received quotes from Safety National Corporation and Midwest Employers for the Excess Workers’ Compensation. No true package quotes were received. The City also received Excess Casualty quotes from Safety National and Starr Indemnity. The Safety National Casualty quote is contingent upon purchase of the Excess Workers’ Compensation from Safety National. The current Excess Workers’ Compensation market has hardened significantly with even more pressure for entities with police officers and fire fighters exposures. The Workers’ Compensation quote received from Safety National with a retention of $500,000 and a Premium of $72,484 is the most competitive quote received. This policy will raise the City’s retention for Workers’ Compensation from $250,000 to $500,000, which is the lowest retention offered in the current marketplace. The Starr Indemnity quote for the Excess Casualty Package is the most competitive quote received. This policy has a $5,000,000 per occurrence limit for each line of coverage (General Liability, Public Officials, Law Enforcement Liability, Employee Benefits Liability and Auto Liability). Unlike the expiring policy, which had a Policy Aggregate of $15,000,000, this policy will have a per line MCGRIFF, SEIBELS & WILLIAMS OF TEXAS, INC. 87 aggregate of $5,000,000. The aggregate is lower per line, but higher for the overall package policy. The quote premium for this package is $180,000. It is our recommendation that the City purchase the Safety National Excess Workers’ Compensation policy and the Starr Indemnity Excess Casualty policy for total premium of $252,484. The $252,484 premium represents a 23% increase over last year’s premium with a higher retention but includes enhanced terms and conditions over the expiring policy. This recommended program is the best and most advantageous available in the current marketplace. Auto Property Damage Great American provided the lowest cost proposal for Auto Property Damage Insurance and meets City requirements for this coverage. It is our recommendation that the City purchase the Great American Insurance policy for Auto Property Damage Insurance for the premium of $30,773. EMT Liability Western World provided the only proposal for EMT Liability. The proposal is a renewal of the existing policy at the same terms, conditions, and premium as expiring and includes the addition of one ambulance to your fleet. It is our recommendation that the City purchase the Western World Insurance policy for EMT Liability Insurance for the premium of $5,932.66. Thank you for the opportunity to work with the City of College Station. Please let us know if you have any questions regarding these evaluations. Sincerely, Johnny Fontenot, CPCU, ARM, AIC Executive Vice President 88 September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2e Three-way Stop Sign Controlled Intersection Located Church Avenue and the Public Way of the Stack Property To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, P.E., PMP, Public Works Director Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on the consideration of an ordinance amending Chapter 10, “Traffic Code”, Section 10-2., “Traffic Control Devices,” Subsection D “Intersections Controlled by Stop Signs”, Traffic Schedule III – Stop Signs, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by implementing a three-way stop controlled operation at the new intersection of Church Avenue East bound and Church Avenue North bound and the South bound public way exiting the Stack property. Relationship to Strategic Goals: 1. Core Services and Infrastructure 2. Improving Transportation Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the ordinance amendment. Summary: An intersection was constructed along Church Avenue to correct visibility restrictions along Church Avenue, provide better connectivity into the adjacent Stack development and address safety concerns with access to the Rise development. To ensure the safety of the motoring public as well as bicyclists and pedestrians at the intersection, a three-way stop controlled intersection was planned. This ordinance allows for the implementation and enforcement of a multi-way stop at this intersection. Budget & Financial Summary: The “Stop” signs were installed with the construction project. Attachments: 1. Ordinance 2. Location Map 89 90 91 92 Church Avenue and the Public Way of the Stack Property Three-way Stop Controlled Intersection ± !"$ 93 September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2f Annual Agreement Janitorial Maintenance Services – First Renewal To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, P.E., PMP, Public Works Director Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion of the first renewal of Service Contract 12-278 between the City of College Station and Shelby Building Maintenance & Janitorial, Inc. d/b/a Professional Floor Service & Janitorial LLC in the amount of $142,534 for the purpose of Annual Janitorial Maintenance Service of City buildings. Relationship to Strategic Goals: 1. Core Services and Infrastructure. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the contract renewal. Summary: The contract is an annual agreement for one (1) year with four (4) additional one year renewals upon mutual consent of the City and the vendor. This action is for the first annual renewal. In 2012, six (6) sealed RFP bids were received and opened at the Purchasing Department (Bid 12-077) with Shelby Building Maintenance & Janitorial, Inc. d/b/a Professional Floor Service & Janitorial LLC being best qualified and the lowest responsible bidder. This contract is for routine, daily cleaning of all City offices, restrooms, jail and meeting rooms. The contract further calls for periodic window washing, floor stripping/waxing and heavy carpet cleaning. Locations covered under this contract include: City Hall Community Development Central Park Office Utility Customer Service Municipal Court Bldg Public Works Police Department Lincoln Center Dowling Pump Station Library Exit Teen Center College Station Utilities Carter Creek Waste Water Arts Council CSU Meeting Facility Carter Creek WW Lab Lick Creek WW Office Bldg Budget & Financial Summary: Funds are budgeted and available in the Public Works Facilities Maintenance Budget. Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Renewal #1 – Contract 12-278 94 ------- ------ .............................................................................., RENEWAL ACCEPTANCE By signing herewith, I acknowledge and agree to renew Contract 12-278 for Annual Janitorial Maintenance Services and in accordance with all terms and conditions previously agreed to and accepted for an amount not to exceed One Hundred Forty Two Thousand Five Hundred Thirty Four and 00/100 Dollars ($142,534.00). I understand this renewal term will be for the period beginning October 1, 2013 through September 30, 2014. This is the first of four possible renewals. Shelby Building Maintenance & City of College Station Janitorial Inc. d/b/a Professional Floor Service & Janitorial LLC September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2g Annual Blanket Order for Annual Interior/Exterior Painting - First Renewal To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, P.E., PMP, Public Works Director Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion of the first renewal of Service Contract 12-291 between the City of College station and JNA Painting and Contracting in the amount of $57,931 for the purpose of Various Interior/ Exterior Painting of City buildings. Relationship to Strategic Goals: 1. Core Services and Infrastructure. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the contract renewal. Summary: This agreement if for small/individual painting projects that shall be completed on an as-needed basis. The initial agreement term was approved by City Council on September 13, 2012 (Consent Item No. 2L). This is the first of two renewal options and does not include any price increases. Budget & Financial Summary: Funds are budgeted and available in the Public Works Facilities Maintenance Budget. Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Renewal #1 – Contract 12-291 96 -------- ****************************************************************************** RENEWAL 1 ACCEPTANCE By signing herewith, I acknowledge and agree to renew Contract No. 12-291 (lTB No. 12-084) for Annual InteriorlExterior Painting of City Buildings in accordance with all terms and conditions previously agreed to and accepted for an amount not to exceed Fifty-seven Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-one and Noll 00 dollars ($57,931.00). I understand this renewal tenn will be for a one year period beginning September 13,2013 through September 12, 2014. This is the first of two renewal options. JNA PAINTING AND CONTRACTING CITY OF COLLEGE STATION September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2h Barron Road East Extension Project (ST1101) Amending Resolution Determining Need and Necessity To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, P.E., PMP, Public Works Director Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of amending the Resolution Determining Need and Necessity for the Barron Road East Extension Project. Relationship to Strategic Goals: 1. Improving Mobility 2. Core Services and Infrastructure Recommendation(s): Staff recommends Council approval of the Resolution Determining Public Need and Necessity. Summary: The original Resolution Determining Need and Necessity was approved by Council on April 25, 2013, as item 2D. The amended resolution serves to waive the City’s collection of paving assessments against any parcels abutting the Project where the value of the paving assessment is used to offset the just compensation paid by the City to acquire the portion of the Property necessary for the Project. The Barron Road East Extension Project is currently in the preliminary design report phase. A tract located at the northeast intersection of State Highway 6 and Barron Road is being considered for right-of-way and easement acquisition as part of the extension of Barron Road east of State Highway 6 to the proposed Lakeway Drive. Approval of the Resolution Determining Need and Necessity will authorize staff to negotiate for the possible purchase of right-of-way and a public utility easement needed to complete the project and waive any assessment to the property. Budget & Financial Summary: Funds in the amount of $15,135,000 are budgeted for this project in the Streets Capital Projects Fund. Funding source is 2008 general Obligation Bonds. A total of $75,850 has been expended or committed to date, leaving a balance of $15,059,150 for remaining expenditures. Not all of the debt for this project has been issued. Additional debt for the project is scheduled to be issued this year and in future fiscal years. Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Resolution Amending Resolution 04-25-13-2D 2. Project Map 98 99 100 Barker property SH 6 S O U T H FR O N T A G E 6 R O A D W E S T LO N G M I R E D R I V E EAGLE AVENUE FR O N T A G E 6 R O A D E A S T O N R A M P 6 N AL L E Y OF F R A M P 6 S O N R A M P 6 S TIF F A N Y T R A I L WI N D F R E E D R I V ECARDINAL LANECREAGOR LANEKERNSTOWN LANESTARLING DRIVEO F F R A M P 6 N B R I D L E C O U R T BARRON ROADHU N T E R C R E E K D R I V E WI N D S W E P T D R I V E B R I D L E T R A I L S C O U R T MARKHAM COURTHA W K O W L C O V E MU L L I N S L O O P E A S T STRASBURG CIRCLEAL L E Y SH 6 S O U T H Barron Road East Extension Project ¯ Legend Thoroughfare PlanType, Status Grade Separation, Existing Grade Separation, Future Freeway/Expressway, Existing Freeway/Expressway, Future Major Arterial, Existing Minor Arterial, Existing Minor Arterial, Future Major Collector, Existing Major Collector, Future Minor Collector, Existing Minor Collector, Future 101 September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2i Microsoft Office 2013 Software Purchase To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Ben Roper, IT Director Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding approval of a purchase between the City of College Station and SHI Government Solutions in the amount of $143,531.20 for the purposes of buying half of the Microsoft Office 2013 software licenses to upgrade the city suite of applications. Relationship to Strategic Goals: Core Services and Infrastructure Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the purchase. Summary: This purchase is to upgrade the city Microsoft Office suite of applications from Office 2007 to the latest version, Office 2013. The purchase of upgrade licenses is split across two fiscal years for budgeting purposes. This purchase is for half of the licenses needed. Budget & Financial Summary: Funding for this project is in the 2013 IT Department Operating Budget. This purchase is using Texas Department of Information Resources contract DIR-SDD-2503. Reviewed and Approved by Legal: N/A Attachments: 1. SHI Document Revision Authorization 2. Select Plus Signature Page 102 Document Revision Authorization By signing below, you agreeto allow the SHI Microsoft Contracts audit team to make necessary changes and minor revisions to your Microsoft Enrollment including, but not limited to: • Correcting typographical errors • Adding/changing enrollment numbers • Adding/changing amendment numbers Additionally, you acknowledge and consent that: • You will be notified of any change the SHI Microsoft Contracts team makes while submitting your Enrollment to Microsoft. • No alteration by the SHI Microsoft Contracts team will alter your terms and/or pricing for your Enrollment. 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Microsoft Licensing, GP Dept. 551, Volume Licensing 6100 Neil Road, Suite 210 Reno, Nevada 89511-1137 USA 105 ProgramSignForm(MSSign)(NA,LatAm)ExBRA,MLI(ENG)(Oct2012)Page 3 of 3 Prepared By:Name of Preparer Email of Preparer 106 September 12, 2013 Consent Agenda Item No. 2j Ratification of an Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the College Station Independent School District and the City of College Station to Transition Kids Klub Operations To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: David Schmitz, Director, Parks and Recreation Department Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding ratification of an amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Joint Use of Facilities between the College Station Independent School District (CSISD) and the City of College Station to Transition Kids Klub operations. Relationship to Strategic Goals: (Select all that apply) 1. Sustainable City Recommendation(s): Staff recommends ratification of the CSISD ILA Amendment which substitutes the previous Exhibit “A” for one which transitions the operation of Kids Klub from a joint operation between CSISD and the City, to sole operation by CSISD. Summary: An Interlocal Agreement exists between the City of College Station and the College Station Independent School District (CSISD) for joint use of facilities, to include the joint administration of the Kids Klub program. The City has made the decision to withdraw from the Kids Klub program following the 2013-2014 school year. At the August 20, 2013 meeting of the CSISD School Board approved the ILA Amendment, replacing Exhibit “A” of the Interlocal Agreement for Joint Use of Facilities with the attached Exhibit A, allowing for the transition of operations throughout the 2013-2014 school year (“Transition Year”), from joint operation of Kids Klub by CSISD and the City, to CSISD’s sole operation. Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Amended Exhibit “A” Interlocal Agreement for Joint Use of Facilities between College Station Independent School District and the City of College Station, 2. CSISD’s Agenda Item and Resolution approving the same 3. 2009 Interlocal Agreement for Joint Use of Facilities between College Station Independent School District and the City of College Station, PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.com107 Page 1 of 4 C:\Users\tmcnutt\AppData\Local\Temp\CSISD CS Interlocal Amended Exh A (Kids .docx INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR JOINT USE OF FACILITIES BETWEEN COLLEGE STATION INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS AMENDED EXHIBIT “A” OPERATION OF KIDS KLUB AFTER SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM AGENCY OBLIGATIONS FOR TRANSITION YEAR The City has made the decision to withdraw from the Kids Klub program following the 2013-2014 school year (“Transition Year”). During the Transition Year, the City Kids Klub Assistant Director and CSISD Coordinator of Community Education will work together to transition operation of Kids Klub from joint operation by CSISD and the City to sole operation by CSISD. Subject to the following specific provisions, the general obligations of the Parties shall be as follows: Financial administration, participant registration, and provision of Facilities are the responsibility of CSISD. Daily operation, staff training, supervision, and curriculum development are the joint responsibility of the City and CSISD. The following specific provisions shall govern the responsibilities of the parties for the Transition year: A. Staffing to Facilitate Transition Year: i. For the 2013-2014 year, the primary focus of the City Kids Klub Assistant Director’s job, will be transition of the Kids Klub Operation; ii. The City Kids Klub Assistant Director will work out of the CSISD Community Education Office; iii. The Community Education Office will provide administrative assistant support to Kids Klub. B. The City and CSISD will Jointly Manage the Following Obligations: The following obligations (which were previously the City’s sole obligation) will be jointly administered by CSISD and the City throughout the 2013-2014 school year. All obligations of the City will be transferred to CSISD as of June 2, 2014. i. Interview, hire, train, evaluate, and when needed, dismiss Program staff. ii. Conduct a background check on all potential Program staff employees. iii. Plan, carry out, and evaluate the program. PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.com108 Page 2 of 4 C:\Users\tmcnutt\AppData\Local\Temp\CSISD CS Interlocal Amended Exh A (Kids .docx iv. Insure CSISD administrators are provided correct staff attendance records in a timely manner as required by the payroll calendar. v. Order supplies and materials deemed appropriate to conduct the program. vi. Insure CSISD Superintendent of Schools or his designee is provided with an accident report within twenty-four (24) hours for all accidents involving Program staff or students requiring medical assistance. vii. Produce an annual program evaluation by December 1st for the previous fiscal year. This evaluation should detail both fiscal and programmatic functions and be submitted to the City Manager and Superintendent of Schools. viii. Develop a proposed annual budget in collaboration with the CSISD Director of Career and Technology Education and Community Education. This budget shall be developed no later than April 1st. Budgets will be based on projected enrollment. ix. Handle all external public relations, including parent handbooks, enrichment flyers, and parent concerns regarding program operations. x. Develop appropriate enrichment registration forms and materials for all activities of Kids Klub. C. Obligations of CSISD. i. Collect and account for all monies according to the accounting principles set forth in the Texas Education Agency's Financial Accounting Resource Guide. ii. Provide the facilities for the program. Fees associated in building use shall be waived. Utility costs will be paid as set forth in the agreed budget. iii. Pay all bills generated by the activities of the program as verified by both Parties. iv. Pay all salaries of the employees of the program, except for the City Program Assistant Director and other city staff. Timesheets and other documents will be maintained for auditing purposes. CSISD is to reimburse the City $20,000 toward the cost of the City Kids Klub Program expenses. v. Conduct a background check on all potential staff employees. vi. Provide daily snacks for students and staff through the CSISD Food Service Department based on information received from the City Program Director. vii. Develop a proposed annual budget with the City Program Assistant Director. This proposed budget shall be developed no later than April 1st. Budgets will be based on projected enrollments. The final approved budget must be reviewed and approved by both the City and CSISD. viii. Provide to the City monthly financial statements. ix. Purchase and administer an accident insurance policy for staff and students in the program. x. Communicate in a timely manner with the CSISD Food Service Department, all necessary information concerning the Snack Program. PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.com109 Page 3 of 4 C:\Users\tmcnutt\AppData\Local\Temp\CSISD CS Interlocal Amended Exh A (Kids .docx xi. Handle all customer concerns regarding individual financial accounts. D. General Provisions. i. The Fiscal Year shall coincide with that of CSISD, which is September 1 - August 31. ii. After all outstanding obligations have been paid in full, a final accounting of all program expenses and revenues as of June 2, 2014 shall be completed. Any excess Kids Klub Proprietary Fund balance will be used solely to enhance the Kids Klub Program, inasmuch as the fund represents program participation fees. iii. No CSISD or other school district funds may be used to cover program deficits beyond the existing fund balance in the Kids Klub Proprietary Fund. iv. CSISD will be assuming sole responsibility for the program, Non-monetary assets of each Agency will remain the property of the same, except that: 1. Any fungible assets acquired for program use shall become the property of CSISD on June 2, 2014. The Microsoft Office Suite licenses on the personal computers currently used for the Program shall remain City property. CSISD agrees to limit such personal computers to program use. Upon expiration of each personal computer’s actual usage, CSISD shall provide verification to the City of the uninstallation of Microsoft Office Suite, to include computer serial number. Such verification shall be sent to the City, ATTN: Director, Information Technology, P.O. Box 9960, College Station, Tx 77842 within 30 days of the end of the computer’s actual useage. v. Upon mutual agreement of the Parties, CSISD can designate a clerk to handle daily operations of the Financial Director; salary to be paid from the Kids Klub budget. EXECUTED on this the day of , 2013. COLLEGE STATION INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT By: Valerie Jochen, Board President College Station Independent School District STATE OF TEXAS § § ACKNOWLEDGMENT COUNTY OF BRAZOS § This instrument was acknowledged before me on the day of ____________________ 2013, by Valerie Jochen, in her capacity as Board President of College Station Independent School District, a political subdivision, on its behalf. PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.com110 Page 4 of 4 C:\Users\tmcnutt\AppData\Local\Temp\CSISD CS Interlocal Amended Exh A (Kids .docx Notary Public in and for the State of Texas My Commission expires on: CITY OF COLLEGE STATION By: Mayor City of College Station Attest: City Secretary APPROVED: City Manager Date City Attorney Date Executive Director, Business Services Date PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.com111 September 12, 2013 Regular Agenda Item No. 1 Street Network and Block Length Requirements To: Kathleen Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Public Hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Sections 12-8.3.E, “Streets,” and 12-8.3.G, “Blocks,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas to amend street network and block length requirements. Relationship to Strategic Goals: Core Services and Infrastructure, Improving Mobility Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item at their September 5th meeting and recommended Denial (5-1). Summary: There has been discussion regarding street connectivity and block length in College Station for much of the past decade. After years of effort that involved stakeholder meetings and discussions with the Planning & Zoning Commission, revisions to the subdivision regulations were adopted by City Council in January 2011. Changes regarding the street network were a part of many revisions that helped update the subdivision regulations to contemporary practice and legal environment. The main revision regarding streets was to change the block length requirement from being based solely on use (1,200-foot maximum for single family, 1,500 for rural residential and ETJ, and 800-foot for all other uses) to be based on the intensity of the various land use character designations (i.e. General Suburban, Restricted Suburban, Urban, Estate, Suburban Commercial, etc.) identified for different areas of the city in the Comprehensive Plan. As a result of these changes, block length requirements for some types of development increased, some decreased, and some stayed the same. Another revision modified the cul-de-sac requirement from a maximum of 24 lots to a maximum of 30 lots though they were limited to half the length of the maximum block length of the land use designation they were located. When the subdivision regulations were adopted in 1970, cul-de-sacs were limited to a maximum length of 600 feet coupled with single-family uses having a maximum block length of 1,200 feet. An ordinance amendment in 1999 changed cul-de-sacs to a maximum of 24 lots without a maximum length limitation. Over the past year there has been significant discussion regarding General Suburban and its assignment to the 900-foot requirement. General Suburban is designated for higher density single family and in growth areas it also allows townhouses and neighborhood commercial. Staff has had discussions in the City Manager’s Office/BCS Home Builders Association monthly meetings and studied hypothetical development scenarios comparing the difference between the previous and current requirements. As requested by development interests, the proposed revision changes the General Suburban block length requirement from 900 feet to 1,200 feet. If adopted, single family uses will have a 1,200-foot (General Suburban and Restricted Suburban) or 1,500-foot (Estate, Rural, and ETJ) requirement as required by the previous ordinance prior to 2011. 112 Also, the maximum cul-de-sac length for developments in single-family oriented land use designations is proposed to increase from half of the block length to a maximum equal to the maximum block length. Coupled with the block length change described above, the maximum cul-de-sac length in General Suburban would increase from 450 feet to 1,200 feet, in Restricted Suburban from 600 feet to 1,200 feet, and in Estate and Rural from 750 feet to 1,500 feet. The maximum number of lots would remain at 30 lots (single-family units) as limited by the fire code. Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Redlined applicable UDO Sections 2. Signed Ordinance 113 College Station, Texas, Code of Ordinances Page 1 Proposed Ordinance Revision for Block Length Requirements Sec. 12-8.3. General Requirements and Minimum Standards of Design for Subdivisions within the City Limits. E. Streets. 7. Culs-de-Sac. a. The maximum length of a cul-de-sac is based on the land use designation on the Future Land Use and Character Map in the adopted Comprehensive Plan in which the cul-de-sac is located. The length of a cul-de-sac is measured along the centerline of the cul-de-sac street from the center of the bulb to the edge of the nearest intersecting through street right-of-way. Culs-de-sac shall not exceed the following lengths: 1) Four hundred fifty (450) feet in General Suburban, Suburban Commercial, and General Commercial designations; 2) Six hundred (600) feet in Restricted Suburban and Business Park designations; 3) One thousand two hundred (1,200) feet in General Suburban and Restricted Suburban designations; and 34) Seven hundred fifty (750) feetOne thousand five hundred (1,500) feet in Estate and Rural designations. b. Culs-de-sac are not permitted in the Urban and Urban Mixed Use designations unless the proposed subdivision is surrounded by platted property and where a through street is not possible. c. Regardless of length, culs-de-sac shall have no more than thirty (30) lots. G. Blocks. 1. Blocks for single-family, duplex, and townhouse lots shall be platted to provide two (2) tiers of lots with a utility easement or alley between them. A single tier of lots may be used if the lots back up to a thoroughfare, railroad, or floodplain. 2. In order to provide a public street network that is complimentary to the Thoroughfare Plan and that ensures uniform access and circulation to areas intended for similar land use contexts, block length shall not exceed the following dimensions based on the land use designation on the Future Land Use and Character Map in the adopted Comprehensive Plan in which the block is located: a. Six hundred sixty (660) feet in Urban and Urban Mixed Use designations; b. Nine hundred (900) feet in General Suburban, Suburban Commercial, and General Commercial designations; c. One thousand two hundred (1,200) feet in General Suburban, Restricted Suburban, and Business Park designations; and d. One thousand five hundred (1,500) feet in Estate and Rural designations. 3. If a plat is not bounded by a public through street or other qualifying break to block length then the block length measurement shall continue to extend each way beyond the plat along the public through street until the nearest intersecting through street or qualifying break to the block is reached. 4. Block perimeter shall not exceed the following dimensions based on the land use designation provided in the adopted Comprehensive Plan: a. One thousand six hundred (1,600) feet in Urban Mixed Use designations; and 114 College Station, Texas, Code of Ordinances Page 2 b. Two thousand (2,000) feet in Urban designations. 5. In lieu of a public street, non-residential and multi-family developments may opt to construct a Public Way to satisfy block length and block perimeter requirements when the Public Way connects two (2) public streets. The plat shall dedicate a public access easement that covers the entire width of the private drive and sidewalks for the Public Way. The private drive and sidewalks may be constructed with the development of the property. A Public Way shall not substitute for a thoroughfare identified on the City's Thoroughfare Plan. 6. Block length or block perimeter shall not require a new street, Public Way, or Access Way to enter the face of a block when the surrounding area of the block is subdivided so that a through movement is not possible or a new block cannot be created. 115 116 117 September 12, 2013 Regular Agenda Item No. 2 Variable Width Right-of-Way Abandonments – 401 Louise Avenue To: Kathy Merill, Interim City Manager From: Bob Cowell, Executive Director of Planning and Development Services Agenda Caption: Public Hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion approving an ordinance vacating and abandoning a 0.009 acre portion of right-of-way and a 0.008 acre portion of right-of-way on Lots 1 and 10, respectively, of Block 5 of the W.C. Boyett Estate Partition according to the plat recorded in Volume 100, Page 440 of the Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas. Relationship to Strategic Initiatives: Core Services and Infrastructure, and a Diverse Growing Economy Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of the ordinance. Summary: This right-of-way abandonment accommodates a future multi-family development on Lots 1 and 10. There are currently public and private utilities in portions of the subject right-of-way to be abandoned. The abandonment will be conditioned upon retaining a 5-foot public utility easement along College Main Street and Second Street as well as removing a small waterline with site development. The 0.009 acre and 0.008 acre right-of-way to be abandoned are located on Lots 1 and 10, respectively, of Block 5 of the W.C. Boyett Estate Partition according to the plat recorded in Volume 100, Page 440 of the Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas. Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Attachments: 1. Attachment 1 - Vicinity Map 2. Attachment 2 - Location Map 3. Attachment 3 - Ordinance - Ordinance Exhibit "A" 4. Application for Abandonment (On file at the City Engineer’s Office) 118 Proposed 0.009 Acre ROW Abandonment Proposed 0.008 Acre ROW AbandonmentCHERRY STB O Y E T T S T T A U B E R S T CROSS STS E C O N D S TSPRUCE STLOUISE AVFI R S T S T CHURCH AVS T A S N E Y S T LOUISE AVC O L L E G E M A I N S T ± Vicinity Map 119 ! ! !! ! ! ! !! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(!(z!(z!(z!(z!(z!(G!. G!. G!. G!. 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Summary: The City initiated the development of an economic development master plan with the Comprehensive Plan. For a variety of reasons, that effort was put on hold for a number of years. The process of developing an economic development master plan was again initiated in late 2012 under the direction of the Planning & Development Services Department with assistance from the City Manager’s Office. The Economic Development Master Plan represents the City’s first such effort and joins the many other Master Plans, Neighborhood, Corridor, and District Plans created to aid in successful implementation of the Comprehensive Plan. The Master Plan defines the goals and objectives of the City’s economic development efforts and lays out strategies and detailed actions to achieve these goals and objectives. Further, the Plan includes guidance for the City’s use of incentives and details how the plan should be monitored and updated over time. The Economic Development Master Plan was created over the course of nearly one year through the collaboration of City leadership, City staff, local business leaders, a consultant team, and regional economic development partners. The Plan involved the collection and analysis of economic and demographic data, interviews of local business leaders, surveys of elected officials, business owners, and residents, and discussions with other economic development partners in the area. The resulting plan is one that positions College Station to move forward, together, with its many partners to take advantage of the economic opportunities that lie ahead, for the betterment of the residents of College Station. As you review the Plan you are encouraged to consult the supplemental information provided with the Plan, as this information provides the data used to develop the strategies and action items. Should you have any questions about this memo, the Executive Summary, or any of the materials contained in or accompanying the Master Plan, please do not hesitate to contact any of us. 131 Budget & Financial Summary: Costs will vary dependent upon initiative pursued and incentives granted Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. The Economic Development Master Plan is on file at the City Secretary’s Office and is available on the City’s website at http://www.cstx.gov/index.aspx?page=3875 2. The supplemental information referenced in the Plan is available on the City’s website at http://www.cstx.gov/index.aspx?page=3875 3. Executive Summary 4. Ordinance 132 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Purpose The Goal The Strategy Keeping It Current and Relevant Aggieland holds dear the spirit of the tradition of the 12th Man; that is a spirit of readiness, desire to support, and enthusiasm. It is in this spirit that City leaders, local businesses, and economic development partners have come together to chart out a path for economic success for College Station. This Master Plan has been developed consistent with the City’s on-going effort to implement its Comprehensive Plan and to maximize the economic opportunities of its residents. It is fitting that as the City celebrates its 75th year as a municipality, it takes this first-ever step to focus its efforts in economic development. This Executive Summary provides a brief overview of the Master Plan, its purpose, its goals, and the strategies the City intends to undertake to ensure the community’s opportunities for economic prosperity remain strong. THE PURPOSE The Purpose of the Economic Development Master Plan is to identify the City’s current economic conditions (strength, weaknesses, opportunities, challenges, and barriers), it’s desired future, and to lay out general strategies and specific actions. This effort has been achieved through the dedicated work of the City Council, the City Manager, local business representatives, City staff, and various regional economic development partners. THE GOAL The City seeks a diversified economy generating quality, stable, full-time jobs; bolstering the sales and property tax base; and contributing to a high quality of life. To put it simply, the City seeks to attain economic success by doing its part to keep College Station a great place to live and conduct business, to focus on new job creation, especially through partnerships with our major medical providers and the University, and to attract as many people to our community as possible to bolster sales in our local market. To achieve this, the City has defined six strategic initiatives for continued economic success: THE STRATEGY Sustain and Enhance High Quality of Life – A great place to live, conduct business, learn, and visit will help the University and businesses recruit and retain a leading workforce and enable increased sales opportunities as people from throughout the region and nation visit College Station to shop, participate in events, or seek specialized services and unique experiences. 133 ES- 2Economic Development Master PlanEXECUTIVE SUMMARY Support and Partner with Texas A&M University and the Texas A&M University System – The local economy is what it is, due primarily, to the presence of Texas A&M University and the University System. Working in partnership with the University and System on a variety of initiatives helps ensure they remain strong entities and in turn, continue their contributions to the local economy. Support Retail Development – Ensuring there are opportunities to establish or expand retail businesses, businesses that attract expenditures by residents, students, and visitors remains a critical component of the local economy. The City should continue its role supporting College Station as a regional destination for basic shopping needs and various goods and services. Support and Stimulate Biotechnology Research and Advanced Manufacturing – Building upon the world-class research performed at Texas A&M University and the skills of the local workforce, there exists a unique opportunity to diversify the local economy and stimulate significant job creation. It is reasonable to expect that a significant portion of this century’s job creation will be in the fields of biotechnology and advanced manufacturing and College Station is poised to capitalize on such opportunities. Support and Stimulate Heath and Wellness Market – Building upon the presence of three major medical providers and a growing and aging regional population, there exists a unique opportunity to position the City as a regional center for health and wellness and stimulate significant job creation. One of the fastest growing segments of the national economy is health and wellness and College Station is poised to capitalize on this growth. Support and Stimulate Sports, Entertainment, and Hospitality Market – Already a national destination for college athletics, the opportunity exists to continue to expand the local entertainment and hospitality market. Additionally, capitalizing on many of the athletic and recreation facilities associated with the City’s high quality of life may be used to stimulate new opportunities to bring additional visitors to the local community, who in turn further contribute to the success of the local entertainment and hospitality market. 134 ES- 3 Economic Development Master Plan Economic Development Master Plan No. 3, 10 Great Places to Live (Kiplinger's) No. 4 Best Places to Retire (USA Today) Top 10 College Towns in America, 2013 (Livability.com) No. 1 College Town in America, 2012 (Livability.com) Finalist for America’s Friendliest Small Town (USA Today/Rand McNally) 10 Great Cities to Raise Your Kids (Kiplinger’s) No. 4 Best-Performing Small Metro in U.S. (Milken Institute) No. 6 Small U.S. City for Business and Careers (Forbes) No. 4 U.S. City for Military Retirement (USAA) 5 U.S. Cities in Full Blown Economic Expansion (MSNBC) No. 7 Small U.S. City for Job Growth (Forbes) No. 21 Small U.S. City for Education (Forbes) 25 Best Places to Retire (Forbes) Top 25 U.S. Cities for Working Retirement (Forbes) Fifth lowest property tax rate in Texas Lowest foreclosure rate in the U.S. (Foreclosure-Response.org) The City will implement each of these strategic initiatives and thereby realize the stated goal through a series of detailed actions identified in the Master Plan. Additionally, the City will perform these actions by focusing on what it does best and through continued strategic partnerships with its many economic development partners and the local business community. Where appropriate the City will engage in incentives which will vary from initiative to initiative, but will all be guided by a deliberate and established policy detailed in the Master Plan. KEEPING IT CURRENT AND RELEVANT Perhaps most important, the City recognizes that the economy is very dynamic and ever-changing, requiring the City to be nimble, while remaining strategic. As such, the Master Plan proposes an annual review of the current economic conditions and the Master Plan as well as an update to the specific actions anticipated for the following few years. Further, the Master Plan proposes a major review of the goals, assumptions, strategic initiatives, actions, partnerships, and guidelines contained in the Master Plan every five years. Through the efforts detailed in the Master Plan and the hard work of the many business leaders in the community, the future of College Station’s economy does indeed look very promising! As the City celebrates its 75th Anniversary, reaching a population of 100,000 and making the top of numerous “best of” lists, this moment represents a perfect opportunity to see where we are, set a course for success and charge forward! This Master Plan embodies that effort and provides the course for the City to do its part to help its citizens succeed in building the strongest and most competitive economy possible; to move forward, together. College Station – Nationally Recognized 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 September 12, 2013 Regular Agenda Item No. 4 One- & Two-Family Residential Districts To: Kathleen Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Public Hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending the following chapters of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas: Chapter 2 “Animal Control,” Chapter 6 “Fire Protection,” Chapter 7 “Health and Sanitation,” Chapter 10 “Traffic Code,” Chapter 12 “Unified Development Ordinance,” and Chapter 15 “Impact Fees” related to the creation and amendment of one- and two-family residential zoning districts in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. Relationship to Strategic Goals: Neighborhood Integrity Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing for this item at their September 5th meeting and unanimously recommended approval. Summary: Staff has worked with a sub-committee of the Planning and Zoning Commission to develop ordinance language for one and two family residential zoning districts based on direction in the Comprehensive Plan. These districts are similar to the City’s existing set of zoning districts, meaning that they are largely use-based, with some additional performance standards. Districts have been renamed to simplify the nomenclature. Retired districts will remain effective for properties, but will not be available for future rezoning proposals. The districts to be created and renamed through this process include: New Districts • “RS Restricted Suburban” Changed & Renamed Districts • “A-O Agricultural Open” to “R Rural” • “A-OR Rural Residential Subdivision” to “E Estate” Renamed Districts • “R-1 Single-Family Residential” to “GS General Suburban” • “R-3 Townhouse” to “T Townhouse” • “R-2 Duplex” to “D Duplex” • “R-7 Manufactured Home Park” to “MHP Manufactured Home Park” Retired Districts • “R1-B Single Family Residential” A public meeting was held on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 to present the one- and two-family zoning district concepts to the community for consideration and comment. Stakeholders were given an additional review period after this meeting in order to submit any recommended changes. Specific ordinance language was then developed and stakeholders were again asked to provide comments. 144 Once the new non-residential districts are adopted, staff will again work with the Planning and Zoning Commission Sub-Committee to develop concepts and language for the multi- family residential districts and growth areas. Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Zoning District Summary Sheets 2. Redline of applicable UDO Sections 3. Signed Ordinance 145 R Rural Concepts Purpose Statement This district is generally for areas that, due to public service limitations, inadequate public infrastructure, or a prevailing rural or agricultural character, should have very limited development activities. These areas will tend to include a mix of large acreages (ranches and farmsteads) and large-lot residential developments. Open space is the dominant feature of these areas. Comprehensive Plan This zoning is appropriate in areas designated Rural in the Comprehensive Plan. Subdivision Design Lot Area Average minimum lot size: 3 acres Absolute minimum lot size: 2 acres Clustering is not permitted Dimensional Standards Minimum width: none Minimum depth: none Front setback: 50’ Side setback: 20’ Street side setback: 15’ Rear setback: 50’ Max. height: 35’* Max du/acre: 1 unit/ 3 acres *Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a 50’ maximum height Permitted Uses Agricultural Use, Barn or Stable for Private Stock Agricultural Use, Farm or Pasturage Agricultural Use, Farm Product Processing Animal Care Facility Outdoor (P*) Commercial garden, Greenhouse, Landscape Maintenance (P*) Manufactured Home (P*) Single-Family Detached Educational Facility, Outdoor Instruction Educational Facility, Primary & Secondary Government Facilities (P*) Parks Places of Worship (P*) Golf Course and /or driving range (P*) Hotel (C) RV Park (C) Country Club SOB (P*) Utility (P*) WTF – Intermediate (P*) WTF- Major (C) WTF – Unregulated 146 E Estate Concepts 1 Purpose Statement This district is intended for developments that are to be subdivided into low-density single-family lots and allows rural infrastructure to be used. These areas will tend to consist of residential lots averaging 20,000 square feet when clustered around open space or large lots with a minimum of one acre. Comprehensive Plan This zoning is appropriate in areas designated Estate in the Comprehensive Plan. Subdivision Design Property owners would have the option of developing either a clustered or non-clustered subdivision. Option 1 – Non-clustered Development Lot Area Minimum lot area: 1 acre May use rural design standards Additional provisions to ensure minimum size is maintained in existing subdivisions Dimensional Standards Minimum width: 100’ Minimum depth: none Front setback: 30’ Side setback: 10’ Street side setback: 15’ Rear setback: 20’ Max. height: 35’* Max du/acre: 1 unit/acre *Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a 50’ maximum height Option 2 – Clustered Development Lot Area Average minimum lot size: 20,000 square feet Absolute minimum lot area: 10,000 square feet Subdivisions with all lots 20,000+ square feet and lot widths exceeding 100’ may use rural character roads Subdivisions with any lots below 20,000 square feet and with lots less than 100’ wide must use curb and gutter Dimensional Standards Minimum width: none Minimum depth: none Minimum setback standards of the district apply (see Option 1 Dimensional Standards) along the perimeter of a cluster development. All detached structures within a cluster development must be separated by a minimum distance of 10 feet. 147 E Estate Concepts 2 Open Space (Required for Option 2) Open space is required to ensure that the overall density within the development does not exceed the maximum density allowed by the underlying zoning district. • The amount of open space provided should be at least 10 percent of the gross area of the development. • Common open space must be set aside and designated as an area where no development will occur, other than project-related recreational amenities or passive open space areas. Permitted Uses Agricultural Use, Barn or Stable for Private Stock Agricultural Use, Farm or Pasturage Manufactured Home (P*) Single-Family Detached Educational Facility, Primary & Secondary Educational Facility, Outdoor Instruction (C) Government Facilities (P*) Parks Places of Worship (P*) Country Club SOB (P*) Utility (P*) WTF – Unregulated 148 RS Restricted Suburban Concepts 1 Purpose Statement This district is designed to provide land for detached medium-density, single-family residential development. These areas will tend to consist of residential lots averaging 8,000 square feet when clustered around open space or larger lots with a minimum of 10,000 square feet. Comprehensive Plan This zoning is appropriate in areas designated Restricted Suburban in the Comprehensive Plan. Subdivision Design Property owners would have the option of developing either a clustered or non-clustered subdivision. Option 1 – Non-clustered Development Lot Area Average minimum lot size: 10,000 square feet Absolute minimum lot size: 6,500 square feet Dimensional Standards Minimum width: 70’ Minimum depth: none Front setback: 25’ Side setback: 7.5’ Street side setback: 15’ Rear setback: 20’ Max. height: 2.5 stories/35’* Max du/acre: 4 unit/acre *Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a 50’ maximum height Option 2 – Clustered Development Lot Area Average minimum lot size: 8,000 square feet Absolute minimum lot size: 6,500 square feet Dimensional Standards Minimum width: none Minimum depth: none Minimum setback standards of the district apply (see Option 1 Dimensional Standards) along the perimeter of a cluster development. All detached structures within a cluster development must be separated by a minimum distance of 10 feet. Open Space Open space is required to ensure that the overall density within the development does not exceed the maximum density allowed by the underlying zoning district. • The amount of open space provided should be at least 10 percent of the gross area of the development. 149 RS Restricted Suburban Concepts 2 • Common open space must be set aside and designated as an area where no development will occur, other than project-related recreational amenities or passive open space areas. Design Criteria Parking standards will meet City-wide requirements Permitted Uses Single-Family Detached Educational Facility, Primary & Secondary Government Facilities (P*) Parks Places of Worship (P*) Country Club SOB (P*) Utility (P*) WTF – Unregulated 150 GS General Suburban Concepts 1 Purpose Statement This district includes lands planned for high-density single-family residential purposes and accessory uses. This district is designed to accommodate sufficient, suitable residential neighborhoods, protected and/or buffered from incompatible uses, and provided with necessary and adequate facilities and services. Comprehensive Plan This zoning is appropriate in areas designated General Suburban in the Comprehensive Plan. Subdivision Design Lot Area Minimum lot size: 5,000 square feet Dimensional Standards Minimum width: 50’ Minimum depth: 100’ Front setback: 25’* Side setback: 7.5’ Street side setback: 15’ Rear setback: 20’ Max. height: 2.5 stories/35’ ** Max du/acre: 8 unit/acre *May be reduced to 15’ when approved rear access is provided, or when side yard or rear yard parking is provided **Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a 50’ maximum height Design Criteria • Parking standards will meet City-wide requirements Permitted Uses Single-Family Detached Educational Facility, Primary & Secondary Government Facilities (P*) Parks Places of Worship (P*) Country Club SOB (P*) Utility (P*) WTF – Unregulated Utility (P*) WTF – Unregulated 151 Article 1 – General Provisions Sec. 12-1.10. Transitional Provisions. B. Zoning Districts. 1. Retained Districts. The following zoning districts and district names in effect prior to the effective date of this UDO and represented on the official zoning map of the City of College Station shall remain in effect. Those districts are shown on the following table: District Name Effective Date WPC Wolf Pen Creek Dev. Corridor June 13, 2003 NG-1 Core Northgate June 13, 2003 NG-3 Residential Northgate June 13, 2003 CU College and University June 13, 2003 PDD Planned Development June 13, 2003 OV Corridor Overlay June 13, 2003 2. Renamed Districts. The following district, M-1, known as Planned Industrial prior to the adoption of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed M-1, Light Industrial. District New name Effective Date M-1 Light Industrial June 13, 2003 The following district, R-6, known as Apartment High Density prior to the adoption of this UDO, shall hence forth be designated R-6, High Density Multi-Family. District New name Effective Date R-6 High Density Multi-Family June 13, 2003 The following district, NG-2, known as NG-2, Commercial Northgate prior to this amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed NG-2, Transitional Northgate. 152 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 2 of 42 District New name Effective Date NG-2 Transitional Northgate April 2, 2006 The following district, O, known as A-P Administrative Professional prior to this amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed O, Office. District New name Effective Date O Office October 7, 2012 The following district, GC, known as C-1 General Commercial prior to this amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed GC, General Commercial. District New name Effective Date GC General Commercial October 7, 2012 The following district, CI, known as C-2 Commercial Industrial prior to this amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed CI, Commercial Industrial. District New name Effective Date CI Commercial Industrial October 7, 2012 The following district, R, known as A-O Agricultural Open prior to the amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed R, Rural. District New name Effective Date R Rural September 22, 2013 The following district, E, known as A-OR Rural Residential Subdivision prior to the amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be designated E, Estate. District New name Effective Date E Estate September 22, 2013 The following district, GS, known as R-1 Single-Family Residential prior to this amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed GS, General Suburban. 153 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 3 of 42 District New name Effective Date GS General Suburban September 22, 2013 The following district, D, known as R-2 Duplex Residential prior to this amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed D, Duplex. District New name Effective Date D Duplex September 22, 2013 The following district, T, known as R-3 Townhouse prior to this amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed T, Townhouse. District New name Effective Date T Townhouse September 22, 2013 The following district, MHP, known as R-7 Manufactured Home Park prior to this amendment of this UDO, shall henceforth be renamed MHP, Manufactured Home Park. District New name Effective Date MHP Manufactured Home Park September 22, 2013 3. Combined Districts. The districts listed below are hereby combined into the single zoning district hereafter designated as R-4, Multi-Family. Combined Districts Name Effective Date R-4 Apartment/Low Density June 13, 2003 R-5 Apartment/Medium Density The districts listed below are hereby combined into the single zoning district hereafter designated as GC, General Commercial. Combined Districts Name Effective Date 154 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 4 of 42 C-B Business Commercial June 13, 2003 C-1 General Commercial The districts listed below are hereby combined into the single zoning district hereafter designated as C-3, Light Commercial. Combined Districts Name Effective Date C-3 Planned Commercial June 13, 2003 C-N Neighborhood Business 4. Retired Districts. The following districts are no longer eligible for Zoning Map Amendment requests. Properties with the following designations at the time of this amendment retain all uses, regulations, and requirements associated with these districts. Retired District Name Effective Date R-1B Single-Family Residential September 22, 2013 C-3 Light Commercial October 7, 2012 R&D Research & Development October 7, 2012 M-1 Light Industrial October 7, 2012 M-2 Heavy Industrial October 7, 2012 5. New Districts. The following districts are hereby created and added to those in effect at the time of adoption of this UDO. New District Name Effective Date RDD Redevelopment District June 13, 2003 155 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 5 of 42 P-MUD Planned Mixed Use Development June 13, 2003 The following districts are hereby created and added to those in effect at the time of this amendment of the UDO. New District Name Effective Date NAP Natural Areas Protected October 7, 2012 SC Suburban Commercial October 7, 2012 BP Business Park October 7, 2012 BPI Business Park Industrial October 7, 2012 The following districts are hereby created and added to those in effect at the time of this amendment of the UDO. New District Name Effective Date RS Restricted Suburban October 6, 2013 6. Redesignated District. Henceforth all areas designated Existing Rural Residential (A-OX) shall be redesignated A-O Agricultural-Open. Previous District Name Effective Date A-OX Existing Rural Residential June 13, 2003 Redesignated District Name A-O Agricultural-Open 156 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 6 of 42 Henceforth all areas designated Planned Unit Development (PUD) shall be redesignated Planned Development Districts (PDD). The individual ordinances that created the PUDs shall remain in effect, along with all provisions and conditions listed therein. Any modification of a former PUD shall follow the provisions for PDDs listed herein. Previous District Name Effective Date PUD Planned Unit Development June 13, 2003 Redesignated District Name PDD Planned Development Districts Henceforth all areas designated R-1A shall be redesignated R-1, Single-Family Residential. Previous District Name Effective Date R-1A Single-Family Residential June 13, 2003 Redesignated District Name R-1 Single-Family Residential 7. Deleted Districts. The following districts not existing on the official zoning map on the effective date of this UDO are hereby deleted: Deleted District Name Effective Date C-PUD Commercial Planned Unit Dev. June 13, 2003 C-NG Commercial Northgate June 13, 2003 (Ord. No. 2012-3450, Pt. 1(Exh. A), 9-27-2012) 157 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 7 of 42 Article 3. Development Review Procedures Sec. 12-3.4. Plat Review. C. Application Requirements. 3. When required to submit the following, the applications shall comply with and/or show the following information: a. Preliminary Plans. When submitting preliminary plans, the following information is required: 1) The preliminary plan shall conform to the general requirements of this UDO and minimum standards of design and improvements as set forth in Chapter 12, Article 8 Subdivision Design and Improvements; 2) Provide the preliminary plan on sheets twenty-four (24) inches by thirty-six (36) inches to a scale of one hundred (100) feet per inch or larger. Smaller scales may be allowed at the discretion of the Administrator. If more than one (1) sheet, provide an index sheet at a scale of five hundred (500) feet per inch or larger; 3) The words "PRELIMINARY PLAN - NOT FOR RECORD" shall appear on the plan in letters one-half (½) inch high; 4) The date the preliminary plan was submitted and the dates of any revisions shall legibly appear on the plan; 5) The proposed name of the subdivision or development, which shall not have the same spelling as or be pronounced similar to the name of any other subdivision located within the county it is located; 6) The name and address of all property owners, developers and subdividers, engineers, and surveyors; 7) The legal description by metes and bounds of the subdivision or development which shall close within accepted land survey standards. An accurate location of the subdivision or development shall be provided by reference to an established survey or league corner, City of College Station horizontal control monument, subdivision corner, or other known point. Primary control points or descriptions and ties to such control point, to which, later, all dimensions, angles, bearings, block numbers, and similar data shall be referred. The preliminary plan shall be located with respect to a corner of the survey or tract, or an original corner of the original survey of which it is a part; 8) Subdivision boundary lines shall be indicated by heavy lines and the computed acreage of the subdivision or development shown; 9) The name of contiguous subdivisions and names of owners of contiguous parcels, and an indication whether or not contiguous properties are platted; 10) The following existing features shall be shown: (a) The location, dimension, name and description of all recorded streets, alleys, reservations, easements, or other public or private rights-of-way within the subdivision or development, intersecting or contiguous with its boundaries or forming such boundaries. In the case of pipelines carrying flammable gas or fuel, 158 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 8 of 42 the approximate location, size of line, design pressure and product transported through the line shall be shown; (b) The location, dimension, description and name of all existing or recorded lots, parks, public areas, permanent structures and other sites within or contiguous with the subdivision or development; (c) The location, dimensions, description, and flow line of existing watercourses and drainage structures within the subdivision, development or contiguous thereto; (d) The location of the one hundred-year floodplain according to the most recent best available data; 11) Date of preparation, scale in feet, and north arrow; 12) Topographic information, including contours at two-foot intervals, flow line elevation of streams, and wooded areas; 13) The location, approximate dimensions, description and name of all proposed streets, alleys, drainage structures, parks, or other public areas, easements, or other rights-of- way, blocks, lots, and other sites within the subdivision or development. Proposed channel cross sections, if any. Existing and/or proposed well site locations; 14) A number or letter to identify each lot and each block. Lots and blocks shown on a preliminary plan should be numbered sequentially; 15) Location of current City limits line, and current zoning district boundaries; 16) Vicinity map which shows general location of subject property to existing streets in College Station and to its City limits. No scale is required but a north arrow is to be included; 17) Show number of residential lots and average lot size when applicable; 18) Provide a note to identify a Cluster Subdivision when applicable; 1819) Provide any oversize participation requests that will be sought; 1920) Provide title report for property that is current within ninety (90) days and includes applicable information such as ownership, liens, encumbrances, etc; 2021) Written requests for waivers of subdivision standards, if any, shall be submitted in accordance with the applicable Sections of this UDO; and 2122) Eleven-inch by seventeen-inch copies of the preliminary plan (not necessarily to scale) will be requested by the Administrator when the preliminary plan has been reviewed and has the potential to be scheduled for a Planning and Zoning Commission meeting for consideration. b. Final Plats and Other Plats to be Recorded. When submitting Final Plats, Replats, Minor Plats, Amending Plats, Vacating Plats, and Development Plats, the following shall be required: 1) The plat shall conform to the general requirements of this UDO and minimum standards of design and improvements as set forth in Chapter 12, Article 8 Subdivision Design and Improvements unless expressly provided for otherwise; 2) Provide current certified tax certificates from all taxing agencies showing payment of all ad valorem taxes on the land within the subdivision; 3) Provide title report for property that is current within ninety (90) days and includes applicable information such as ownership, liens, encumbrances, etc; 159 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 9 of 42 4) Provide the plat on sheets twenty-four (24) inches by thirty-six (36) inches to a scale of one hundred (100) feet per inch or larger. Smaller scales may be allowed at the discretion of the Administrator. If more than one (1) sheet, provide an index sheet at a scale of five hundred (500) feet per inch or larger; 5) Vicinity map which shows general location of subject property to existing streets in College Station and to its City limits. No scale is required but a north arrow is to be included; 6) The proposed name of the subdivision or development, which shall not have the same spelling as or be pronounced similar to the name of any other subdivision located within the county it is located; 7) Date of preparation, scale in feet, and north arrow; 8) The name and address of all property owners, developers, subdividers, engineers, and surveyors responsible for the plat; 9) Subdivision boundary lines shall be indicated by heavy lines and the computed acreage of the subdivision or development shown; 10) For a replat where there are existing improvements, provide a survey of the subject property showing the improvements to ensure that no setback encroachments are created; 11) The name of contiguous subdivisions and names of owners of contiguous parcels, and an indication whether or not contiguous properties are platted; 12) The location of the one hundred-year floodplain and floodway according to the most recent best available data; 13) A number or letter to identify each lot and each block. Lots and blocks shown on a plat should be numbered sequentially; 14) Provide the number of lots and average lot size when applicable; 15) Provide a note to identify a Cluster Subdivis ion when applicable; 1516) Written requests for waivers of subdivision standards, if any, shall be submitted in accordance with the applicable Sections of this UDO; 1617) The Plat shall also include the following, based on field survey and marked by monuments and markers: (a) The exact location, dimensions, name, and legal description of all existing or recorded streets, alleys, easements, or other rights-of-way within the subdivision or development, intersecting or contiguous with the boundary or forming such a boundary with accurate dimensions, bearings or deflection angles and radii, area, center angle, degree of curvature, tangent distance, and length of all curves, where applicable; (b) The exact location, dimensions, description, and name of all proposed streets, alleys, drainage structures, parks, and other public areas, easements, or other rights-of-way, blocks, lots, and other sites within the subdivision or development, with accurate dimensions, bearings, or deflection angles and radii, areas, center angle, degree of curvature, tangent distance, and length of curves, where applicable; (c) Lot corner markers and survey monuments shall be shown clearly by symbol, and clearly tied to City of College Station horizontal control monuments; (d) The following, when applicable, shall appear on the face of the plat: (See examples in Chapter 12, Article 8 Subdivision Design and Improvements.) 160 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 10 of 42 i. Certificate of Ownership and Dedication; ii. Certificate of Surveyor and/or Engineer; iii. Certificate of City Engineer; iv. Certificate of Planning and Zoning Commission; v. Certificate of the County Clerk; vi. Certificate of City Planner; and vii. Certificate of Approval. 1718) The plat shall be accompanied by the construction documents and reports as prescribed below and bearing the seal and signature of a registered professional engineer. All shall be in accordance with the Bryan/College Station Unified Design Guidelines and the Bryan/College Station Unified Technical Specifications and shall include the following: (a) Construction plans shall be provided on twenty-four-inch by thirty-six-inch sheets; (b) Street, alley, and sidewalk plans, profiles, and sections, with specifications and detail cost estimates; (c) Sanitary sewer plan with contours, plan and profile lines, showing depth and grades, with sewer report and detailed cost estimates; (d) Water line plan showing fire hydrants, valves, etc., with specifications and water report and a detailed cost estimate. This may be combined with related information supplied for preliminary plan submissions; (e) Storm drainage system plan with contours, street lines, inlets, storm sewer and drainage channels with profiles and sections. Detail drainage structure design and channel lining design if used, with specifications, drainage report, and detailed cost estimate; (f) Street lighting plan showing location of lights, design, and with specifications and detailed cost estimates; and (g) Any associated necessary items, including but not limited to off-site public utility easements, permits or approval of governmental agencies. 1819) Eleven-inch by seventeen-inch copies of the plat (not necessarily to scale) will be requested by the Administrator when the plat has been reviewed and has the potential to be scheduled for a Planning and Zoning Commission meeting for consideration. 161 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 11 of 42 Article 4. Zoning Districts Sec. 12-4.1. Establishment of Districts. Residential Zoning Districts A-OR Agricultural-OpenRural A-ORE Rural Residential SubdivisionEstate RS Restricted Suburban R-1GS Single-Family ResidentialGeneral Suburban R-1B Single-Family Residential R-2D Duplex Residential R-3 T Townhouse R-4 Multi-Family R-6 High Density Multi-Family R-7MHP Manufactured Home Park 162 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 12 of 42 Non-Residential Zoning Districts NAP Natural Areas Protected O Office SC Suburban Commercial GC General Commercial CI Commercial Industrial BP Business Park BPI Business Park Industrial CU College and University Planned Districts P-MUD Planned Mixed-Use District PDD Planned Development District Design Districts WPC Wolf Pen Creek Development Corridor Northgate NG-1 Core Northgate NG-2 Transitional Northgate NG-3 Residential Northgate 163 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 13 of 42 Overlay Districts OV Corridor Overlay RDD Redevelopment District KO Krenek Tap Overlay NPO Neighborhood Prevailing Overlay NCO Neighborhood Conservation Overlay HP Historic Preservation Overlay Retired Districts R-1B Single-Family Residential C-3 Light Commercial R&D Research & Development M-1 Light Industrial M-2 Heavy Industrial For the purpose of this UDO, portions of the City, as specified on the Official Zoning Map of the City, are hereby divided into the zoning, design, and overlay districts enumerated below. The intensity regulations applicable for such zoning districts are designated in Chapter 12, Article 5 and the use regulations are designated in Chapter 12, Article 6 of this UDO. (Ord. No. 2012-3450, Pt. 1(Exh. B), 9-27-2012) Sec. 12-4.5. - Application of District Regulations. B. Newly Annexed Territory. The administration of this UDO to newly annexed territory shall consider the following provisions: 1. Any territory hereafter annexed to the City of College Station, not otherwise classified at the time of annexation, shall be classified by applying the A-O, Agricultural OpenR Rural District. 2. Upon annexation, no person shall initiate any development or construction activity, including site preparation, foundation forming, sign erection, construction, improvement, repair or demolition 164 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 14 of 42 within a newly annexed area without first applying for and obtaining the appropriate permits or other approvals required by this UDO. 3. No person relying on a claim of vested rights shall continue any development activity within a newly annexed area without first applying for and obtaining a building permit; however, persons are not precluded from the following activities: a. Continuing to use land in the area in the manner in which the land was being used on the date the annexation proceedings were instituted if the land use was legal at that time; or b. Beginning to use land in the area in the manner that was planned for the land before the ninetieth (90th) day before the effective date of the annexation if: 1) One (1) or more licenses, certificates, permits, approvals, or other forms of authorization by a governmental entity were required by law for the planned land use; and 2) A completed application for the initial authorization was filed with the governmental entity before the date the annexation proceedings were instituted. For purposes of this section, a completed application is filed if the application includes all documents and other information designated as required by the governmental entity in a written notice to the applicant. 4. In accordance with § 43.002. Continuation of Land Use, of the Texas Local Government Code, the City may apply the following regulations within newly annexed territory: a. A regulation relating to the location of sexually-oriented businesses; b. A regulation relating to preventing imminent destruction of property or injury to persons; c. A regulation relating to public nuisances; d. A regulation relating to flood control; e. A regulation relating to the storage and use of hazardous substances; f. A regulation relating to the sale and use of fireworks; or g. A regulation relating to the discharge of firearms. 5. Any person with an interest in property within a newly annexed area may apply to the Administrator for a determination of the vested rights such person has, if any, to continue development activities initiated prior to annexation. Such determinations shall be based upon all pertinent facts and upon the relevant decisions of State and Federal courts. The applicant may submit any written evidence to the Administrator for consideration. The Administrator's written determination shall be final unless duly appealed to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. 165 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 15 of 42 Article 5. District Purpose Statements and Supplemental Standards Sec. 12-5.1. Residential Zoning Districts. Occupancy of any dwelling in the following districts shall be limited to "family" as defined by this UDO. A. Rural (R). This district includes lands that, due to public service limitations, inadequate public infrastructure, or a prevailing rural or agricultural character, are planned for very limited development activities. This district is designed to provide land for a mix of large acreages and large-lot residential developments. Open space is a dominant feature of these areas. This district may also serve as a reserved area in which the future growth of the City can occur. A. Agricultural-Open (A-O). This district includes lands within the corporate limits of the City, which are not subdivided and are relatively undeveloped. This district is intended to be applied to land which is used for agricultural, very low-intensity residential, or open space uses, but which is projected in the Comprehensive Plan for conversion to more intensive urban uses at such time as community services are available and community needs for such uses are present. As such, it is a reserved area in which the future growth of the City can occur. B. Estate (E). This district is designed to provide land for low-density single-family lots. These areas shall consist of residential lots averaging twenty thousand (20,000) square feet when clustered around open space or large lots with a minimum of one acre. Subdivisions within this district may contain rural infrastructure. B. Rural Residential Subdivision (A-OR). This district allows different infrastructure standards from the more urbanized developments within the City, and is intended for developments of a minimum of fifty (50) acres that are to be subdivided into single-family tracts no smaller than one (1) acre each. Generally, locations are intended to be at the periphery of the City where infrastructure may not yet be available and not within the urbanized core. In the developed area of the City, where infrastructure is available for extension, there may be locations where a rural subdivision would be appropriate depending on surrounding land uses and the existing road system. C. Restricted Suburban (RS). This district is designed to provide land for detached medium-density, single-family residential development. These areas shall consist of residential lots averaging eight thousand (8,000) square feet when clustered around open space or larger lots with a minimum of ten thousand (10,000) square feet. CD. Single-Family Residential (R-1).General Suburban (GS). This district includes lands planned for single-family residential purposes and accessory uses. This district is designed to accommodate sufficient, suitable residential neighborhoods, protected and/or buffered from incompatible uses, and provided with necessary and adequate facilities and services. D. Single-Family Residential (R-1B). 166 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 16 of 42 This district is designed to provide land for detached single-family residential suburban development. This district contains lots that are larger than the minimum R-1 lot, but smaller than the minimum A-OR. E. Duplex Residential (R-2D). This district contains land that has been planned for duplex residential purposes and associated uses. Characterized by moderate density, it may be utilized as a transitional zone. The following supplemental standards shall apply to this district: 1. Single-family dwellings shall conform to R-1, Single-Family ResidentialGS General Suburban Standards. 2. Where parking is provided in the front yard of a duplex, an eight-foot setback shall be required between the property line and the nearest side of the parking pad. This eight-foot setback area must contain a three-foot screen consisting of a continuous berm, hedge, or wall. In addition, an eight-foot setback shall be required between the dwelling unit and the nearest side of the parking pad. F. Townhouse (R-3T). This district contains land, which is to be used for a unique type of dwelling, typically designed for individual ownership, or ownership in-groups of single-family attached residences constructed on individually-platted lots. The following supplemental standard shall apply to this district: Single-family dwellings shall conform to R-1, Single-Family ResidentialGS General Suburban standards. G. Multi-Family (R-4). This district provides land for development of apartment and condominium units at low to medium densities. This district may serve as a transitional zone between lower density residential areas and other residential or non-residential areas. The following supplemental standards shall apply to this district: 1. Duplex dwelling units shall conform to R-2D, Duplex Residential standards. 2. Townhouse dwelling units shall conform to R-3,T Townhouse standards. H. High Density Multi-Family (R-6). This district contains land used for a variety of housing types, but primarily multiple family dwellings. This district is designed to provide the highest density in the community for developments in close proximity to the University. The following supplemental standards shall apply to this district: 1. Duplex dwelling units shall conform to R-2,D Duplex Residential standards. 2. Townhouse dwelling units shall conform to R-3,T Townhouse standards. I. Manufactured Home Park (R-7MHP). This district contains land that is located, designed and operated as a site for residential uses consisting of manufactured homes in accordance with the permitted uses. The following supplemental standards shall apply to this district: 167 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 17 of 42 1. The construction, reconstruction, alteration, or enlargement of a manufactured home park must be pursuant to an approved site plan. 2. Minimum manufactured home park area is two (2) contiguous acres. 3. Maximum gross density shall be ten (10) dwelling units per acre. 4. Minimum setback for a manufactured home from a public street shall be fifteen (15) feet. 5. Minimum setback for a manufactured home from a lot line shall be fifteen (15) feet. 6. Minimum setback for a manufactured home from a private street, parking, or other common area shall be fifteen (15) feet. 7. Minimum setback between two (2) manufactured homes shall be fifteen (15) feet; except that private accessory storage structures located on an individual manufactured home lot need not maintain a separation from the manufactured home that occupies the same lot. 8. Parking areas may be located within common parking areas or on individual manufactured home lots, provided that the parking required for each manufactured home is located within two hundred (200) feet of each lot. 9. Each manufactured home park lot shall have access to public utilities, and it shall have vehicular access to/from either a public right-of-way or private drive. 168 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 18 of 42 Sec. 12-5.2. Residential Dimensional Standards. The following table establishes dimensional standards that shall be applied within the Residential Zoning Districts, unless otherwise identified in this UDO. R E (N) RS (J) GS (J) T D MHP R-4 R-6 Accessory Structures Average Lot Area per Dwelling Unit (DU) 3 Acres Average 1 Acre 10,000 SF Average 5,000 SF 2,000 SF 3,500 SF None None Absolute Min. Lot Area per Dwelling Unit (DU)2 Acres 1 Acre 6,500 SF 5,000 SF 2,000 SF 3,500 SF None None Min. Lot Width None 100'(L) 70' 50' None 35'/DU(E)None None Min. Lot Depth None None None 100' None 100'None None Min. Front Setback (H)50' 30' 25' 25'(D) 25'(D) 25'(D)25'(D) 25'(D) Min. Side Setback 20' 10' 7.5' 7.5' (A) 7.5'(C)(A)(B) (A)(B) Min. Side Street Setback 15' 15' 15' 15' 15' 15'15' 15' Min. Side Setback between Structures (B)N/A 15' 15' 15' 7.5' 15'7.5' 7.5' Min. Rear Setback (I)50' 20' 20' 20' 20' 20'(F)20' 20' Max. Height 35' (G)(K)(L) 35' (G)(K)(L) 35' (G)(K)(L) 2.5 Stories/ 35' (G)(K)(L) 35' (G)(K)(L) 2.5 Stories/ 35' (G)(K)(L)(G)(L) (G)(L) Max. Dwelling Units/Acre (Subdivision Gross)0.33 1.0 4.00 8.0 14.0 12.0 10.0 20.0 30.0 N/A Average Lot Area per Dwelling Unit (DU) 20,000 SF Average 8,000 SF Average 3,750 SF Absolute Min. Lot Area per Dwelling Unit (DU)10,000 SF 6,500 SF 3,750 SF Min. Lot Width 100' (M) None None Min. Lot Depth None None None Min. Front Setback (H) Min. Side Setback Min. Street Side Setback Min. Side Setback between Structures (B) Min. Rear Setback (I) Max. Height 35' (G) (K) 35' (G) (K) 2.5 Stories/ 35' (G) (K) Max. Dwelling Units/Acre (Subdivision Gross)1.0 4.00 8.0 N/A N/ARefer to Section 12.8.3.H.4, Cluste Development, Specific District Standards Residential Zoning Districts Non-Clustered Residential Zoning Districts (L) Refer to Section 12- 6.5, Accessory Uses (L) Clustered Residential Zoning Districts N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 169 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 19 of 42 170 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 20 of 42 A-O A- OR R-1(J) R-1B R-2 R-3 R-4 R-6 R-7 Accessory Structures Min. Side Setback between Structures (B) 15' 15' 15' 7.5' 7.5' 7.5' Min. Read Setback (I) 50' 50' 20' 20' 20'(F) 20' 20' 20' Max. Height 35' (G) (K) (L) 35' (G) (K) (L) 2.5' Stories/ 35' (G) (K) (L) 2.5' Stories/ 35' (G) (K) (L) 2.5' Stories/ 35' (G) (K) (L) 35' (G) (K) (L) (G) (L) (G) (L) Max. Dwelling Units/Acre 0.2 1.0 8.0 6.0 12.0 14.0 20.0 30.0 10.0 N/A Notes: (A) A minimum side setback of seven and one-half (7.5) feet is required for each building or group of contiguous buildings. (B) Lot line construction on interior lots with no side yard or setback is allowed only where the building is covered by fire protection on the site or by dedicated right-of-way or easement. (C) Zero lot line construction of a residence is allowed where property on both sides of a lot line is owned and/or developed simultaneously by single party. Development under lot line construction requires prior approval by the Zoning Official. In no case shall a single-family residence or duplex be built within fifteen (15) feet of another primary structure. See Chapter 12, Article 8, Subdivision Design and Improvements, for more information. (D) Minimum front setback may be reduced to fifteen (15) feet when approved rear access is provided, or when side yard or rear yard parking is provided. (E) The minimum lot width for a duplex dwelling may be reduced to thirty (30) feet per dwelling unit when all required off-street parking is provided in the rear or side yard. (F) Minimum rear setback may be reduced to fifteen (15) feet when parking is provided in the front yard or side yard. (G) Shall abide by Section 12-7.2.H, Height. (H) Reference Section 12-7.1.D.1.e for lots created by plat prior to July 15, 1970 and designated as Neighborhood Conservation in the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map. (I) Reference Section 12-7.2.D.1.b for lots with approved rear access. (J) For areas within a Single-Family Overlay District, reference the Neighborhood Prevailing Standards Overlay Districts Section in Article 5 or the Ordinance authorizing the rezoning for Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Districts. 171 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 21 of 42 (K) Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a maximum building height of fifty (50) feet in these districts. (L) Reference Easterwood Field Airport Zoning Ordinance regarding height limitations. (M) In subdivisions built to rural street standards, lots shall be a minimum of one hundred (100) feet in width. There is no minimum lot width in cluster subdivisions built to urban street standards. (N) Estate lots that are part of a subdivision existing on or before September 12, 2013 are not permitted to use Cluster Development Standards without rezoning approval, which incorporates the entire subdivision. (Ord. No. 2012-3449, Pt. 1(Exh. M), 9-27-2012; Ord. No. 2012-3458, Pt. 1(Exh. A), 11-8-2012; Ord. No. 2013-3471, Pt. 1(Exh. B), 1-10-2013) 172 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 22 of 42 Sec. 12-5.5. Retired Districts. Retired Districts include districts existing prior to the amendment of this UDO. Existing districts will continue to remain in effect but these districts are not available for any new Zoning Map Amendment proposals. D. SingleA. Single-Family Residential (R-1B). This district is designed to provide land for detached single-family residential suburban development. This district contains lots that are larger than the minimum R-1 GS lot, but smaller than the minimum A-ORE. AB. Light Commercial (C-3). This district is designed to provide locations for commercial sites that are too small for many permitted uses in the GC, General Commercial District. These are moderately low traffic generators that have little impact on adjacent areas or on adjacent thoroughfares. The following supplemental standard shall apply to this district: No C-3 zoning district, including adjacent C-3 zoning districts, shall exceed a combined total of five (5) acres in area. BC. Research & Development (R&D). This district is designed for administrative and professional offices, and research and development oriented light industrial uses meeting the standards and performance criteria established in this section. These uses could be compatible with low intensity uses and all residential uses, thereby maintaining the character and integrity of neighborhoods. This district should be carefully located in areas where there is sufficient access to arterial level thoroughfares. The following supplemental standards shall apply to this district: 1. Performance Criteria for All Uses. a. Impervious Surface: Impervious surface is limited to seventy (70) percent. b. Floor Area Ratio (FAR): The maximum FAR in this district shall not exceed fifty (50) percent. c. Building Materials: All main buildings shall have not less than ninety (90) percent of the total exterior walls, excluding doors, windows and window walls, constructed or faced with brick, stone, masonry, stucco or precast concrete panels. d. Signs: Any detached or freestanding signage shall meet the criteria for low-profile signs established in Section 12-7.5, Signs. Materials shall match building façade materials. e. Other District Regulations: Uses should be designed to provide adequate access and internal circulation such that travel through residentially-zoned or developed areas is precluded. All processes are to be conducted inside buildings and there shall be no outside storage or business activity. Any business operations occurring during the hours between 7:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. must meet all the performance criteria established in this section, as well as limit vehicular access into the site through a designated access point that mitigates any adverse impacts of the traffic on surrounding residential areas. 2. Additional Standards. a. This section may be applied to any conditional use proposed in this district when either the Administrator or Development Engineer believes that the existing performance standards contained in this UDO are insufficient to address the proposed use because of its 173 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 23 of 42 technology or processes and thus, will not effectively protect adjacent existing or future land uses. One (1) or both shall so advise the Planning and Zoning Commission in writing. b. In such cases, the Planning and Zoning Commission shall hold a hearing to determine whether a professional investigation or analysis should be performed to identify and establish additional reasonable standards. If so determined, based on the information presented at the hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission will identify the areas to be investigated and analyzed and will direct the staff to conduct the appropriate research necessary to develop standards for successful management of the new project. Any and all costs incurred by the City to develop additional standards shall be charged to the applicant and included as an addition to the cost of either the building permit fee or zoning application fee. CD. Light Industrial (M-1). This district is provided for offices, research and development activities and high technological, light manufacturing, non-polluting industries that are self-contained. It is further intended that the Light Industrial District may be compatible with adjacent uses in any other district, depending upon the character of the operation and the conditions imposed. DE. Heavy Industrial (M-2). This district is designed to provide land for manufacturing and industrial activities with generation of nuisance characteristics greater than activities permitted in the CI and M-1 zoning districts. Permitted uses within this district are generally not compatible with residential uses of any density or lower intensity commercial uses. (Ord. No. 2012-3450, Pt. 1(Exh. C), 9-27-2012; Ord. No. 2013-3471, Pt. 1(Exh. C), 1-10-2013) 174 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 24 of 42 Sec. 12-5.6. Retired Dimensional Standards. A. Retired Residential Zoning Districts The following table establishes dimensional standards that shall be applied within the Retired Residential Zoning Districts, unless otherwise identified in this UDO: Retired Residential Zoning Districts R-1B Min. Lot Area per Dwelling Unit (DU) 8,000 SF Min. Lot Width None Min Lot Depth None Min. Front Setback (H) 25’(D) Min. Side Setback 7.5’ (C) Min. Side Street Setback 15’ Min. Side Setback between Structures (B) 15’ Min. Rear Setback (I) 20’ Max. Height 2.5 Stories/35′(G)(K)(L) Max. Dwelling Units/Acre 6.0 Notes: (A) A minimum side setback of seven and one-half (7.5) feet is required for each building or group of contiguous buildings. (B) Lot line construction on interior lots with no side yard or setback is allowed only where the building is covered by fire protection on the site or by dedicated right-of-way or easement. (C) Zero lot line construction of a residence is allowed where property on both sides of a lot line is owned and/or developed simultaneously by single party. Development under lot line construction requires prior approval by the Zoning Official. In no case shall a single-family residence or duplex be built within fifteen (15) feet of another primary structure. See Chapter 12, Article 8, Subdivision Design and Improvements, for more information. (D) Minimum front setback may be reduced to fifteen (15) feet when approved rear access is provided, or when side yard or rear yard parking is provided. (E) The minimum lot width for a duplex dwelling may be reduced to thirty (30) feet per dwelling unit when all required off-street parking is provided in the rear or side yard. (F) Minimum rear setback may be reduced to fifteen (15) feet when parking is provided in the front yard or side yard. (G) Shall abide by Section 12-7.2.H, Height. 175 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 25 of 42 (H) Reference Section 12-7.1.D.1.e for lots created by plat prior to July 15, 1970 and designated as Neighborhood Conservation in the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use and Character Map. (I) Reference Section 12-7.2.D.1.b for lots with approved rear access. (J) Reference Section 12-5.12 for areas in Neighborhood Prevailing Standards Overlay Districts and reference Ordinance authorizing the rezoning for Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Districts. (K) Public, civic, and institutional structures shall have a maximum building height of fifty (50) feet in these districts. (L) Reference Easterwood Field Airport Zoning Ordinance regarding height limitations. (Ord. No. 2012-3449, Pt. 1(Exh. M), 9-27-2012; Ord. No. 2012-3458, Pt. 1(Exh. A), 11-8-2012; Ord. No. 2013-3471, Pt. 1(Exh. B), 1-10-2013) A.B. Retired Non-Residential Zoning Districts The following table establishes dimensional standards that shall be applied within the Retired Non- Residential Zoning Districts, unless otherwise identified in this UDO: Retired Non-Residential Zoning Districts C-3 R&D M-1 M-2 Min Lot Area None 20,000 SF None None Min. Lot Width 24′ 100′ 100′ None Min. Lot Depth 100′ 200′ 200′ None Min. Front Setback 25′ 30′ 25′ 25′ Min. Side Setback (A)(B) 30′(B) (A)(B) (A)(B) Min. St. Side Setback 15′ 30′ 15′ 25′ Min. Rear Setback 15′ 30′(D) 15′ 15′ Max. Height (C) (C) (C) (C) Notes: (A) A minimum side setback of seven and one-half (7.5) feet shall be required for each building or group of contiguous buildings. (B) Lot line construction on interior lots with no side yard or setback is allowed only where the building is covered by fire protection on the site or separated by a dedicated public right-of-way or easement of at least fifteen (15) feet in width. (C) See Section 12-7.2.H, Height. (D) When abutting non-residentially zoned or used land, the rear setback may be reduced to twenty (20) feet. (E) Reference Easterwood Field Airport Zoning Ordinance regarding height limitations. (Ord. No. 2012-3450, Pt. 1(Exh. C), 9-27-2012; Ord. No. 2013-3471, Pt. 1(Exh. B), (Exh. C), 1-10-2013) (Ord. No. 2012-3450, Pt. 1(Exh. C), 9-27-2012; Ord. No. 2013-3471, Pt. 1(Exh. B), (Exh. C), 1-10- 176 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 26 of 42 Article 6. Use Regulations Sec. 12-6.3. Types of Use. C. Use Table. Except where otherwise specifically provided herein, regulations governing the use of land and structures with the various zoning districts and classifications of planned developments are hereby established as shown in the following Use Table. 1. Permitted Uses. A "P" indicates that a use is allowed by right in the respective district. Such uses are subject to all other applicable regulations of this UDO. 2. Permitted Uses Subject to Specific Standards. A "P*" indicates a use that will be permitted, provided that the use meets the provisions in Section 12-6.4, Specific Use Standards. Such uses are also subject to all other applicable regulations of this UDO. 3. Conditional Uses. A "C" indicates a use that is allowed only where a conditional use permit is approved by the City Council. The Council may require that the use meet the additional standards enumerated in Section 12-6.4, Specific Use Standards. Conditional uses are subject to all other applicable regulations of this UDO. 177 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 27 of 42 USE TABLE Specific Uses RERSGST**D**R-4**R-6**MHP**P-MUD**OSCGCCIBPBPICUNAPR-1BC-3**M-1M-2R&D**WPC**NG-1**NG-2**NG-3**KEY: Boarding & Rooming House P P P P Extended Care Facility/Convalescent/Nursing Home P P P P P P Dormitory P P P P P P Duplex P P P P Fraternity/Sorority P P P P P Manufactured Home P* P*P* Multi-Family P P P C¹P P P Multi-Family built prior to January 2002 P P P P P P Single-Family Detached P P P P P P P P Townhouse P P P P P Educational Facility, College and University P Educational Facility, Indoor Instruction P P P P P P P P P P Educational Facility, Outdoor Instruction P C P P P Educational Facility, Primary & Secondary P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P Educational Facility, Tutoring P P P P P P P P P Educational Facility, Vocational/Trade P P P P P P P P Governmental Facilities P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P*P P P*P P P P P P*P P P P P P P P* Health Care, Hospitals P P Health Care, Medical Clinics P P P P P P P Parks P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P Places of Worship P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P*P P P P P P P P P*P P P P P P P P Agricultural Use, Barn or Stable for Private Stock P P Agricultural Use, Farm or Pasturage P P Agricultural Use, Farm Product Processing P Animal Care Facility, Indoor P P P P P P P P P Animal Care Facility, Outdoor P*P PUBLIC, CIVIC AND INSTITUTIONAL COMMERCIAL, OFFICE AND RETAIL Residential Districts Non-Residential Districts Retired Districts Design Districts P = Permitted by Right; P* = Permitted Subject to Specific Use Standards; C = Conditional Use; ** = District with Supplemental Standards (Refer to Article 5) RESIDENTIAL 178 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 28 of 42 USE TABLE Specific Uses RERSGST**D**R-4**R-6**MHP**P-MUD**OSCGCCIBPBPICUNAPR-1BC-3**M-1M-2R&D**WPC**NG-1**NG-2**NG-3**COMMERCIAL, OFFICE AND RETAIL (continued) Art Studio/Gallery P P P P P P P P P Car Wash P* Commercial Garden/Greenhouse/Landscape Maint.P*P* P* P* P*P* Commercial Amusements P C P* P*C P P P Conference/Convention Center P P P P P P Country Club P P P P P P P P Day Care, Commercial C C C P P P P P P P P Drive-in/thru window P*P C P* Dry Cleaners & Laundry P* P*P P P P*P* P* P* P* Fraternal Lodge P P P P P P Fuel Sales P* P* P*P*P Funeral Homes P P P P Golf Course or Driving Range P*P* P* P* Health Club/Sports Facility, Indoor P P P P P P P P Health Club/Sports Facility, Outdoor P P P P*P Hotels C²P P P P P Night Club, Bar, or Tavern C C C P P Offices P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P Parking as a Primary Use P C P P P P* Personal Service Shop P P P P P P P P P Printing/Copy Shop P P P P P P P P P P P Radio/TV Station/Studios P P P P P P P P P P* Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park C³C³ Restaurants P P*P P*P P P P* Retail Sales - Single Tenant over 50,000 SF P P Retail Sales and Service P P* P* P*P P P P P Retail Sales and Service - Alcohol P P* P*p C P P Sexually Oriented Business (SOB)P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* Shooting Range, Indoor P P P P P Residential Districts Non-Residential Districts Retired Districts Design Districts 179 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 29 of 42 ** District with Supplemental Standards (Refer to Article 5). 1 Multi-family residential uses located in stories or floors above retail commercial uses are permitted by right. 2 Hotels only allowed when accessory to a Country Club development and are limited to a maximum of fifteen (15) rooms. 3 Refer to Section 12-6.4.Z "Recreational Vehicles Park Standards (RV Parks)" for Specific Use Standards. Per Ordinance No. 3243 (April 22, 2010) Per Ordinance No. 3271 (August 26, 2010) Per Ordinance No. 3280 (September 9, 2010) Per Ordinance No. 2011-3312 (January 27, 2011) (Ord. No. 2012-3449, Pt. 1(Exh. G), 9-27-2012; Ord. No. 2012-3450, Pt. 1(Exh. D), 9-27-2012) USE TABLE Specific Uses RERSGST**D**R-4**R-6**MHP**P-MUD**OSCGCCIBPBPICUNAPR-1BC-3**M-1M-2R&D**WPC**NG-1**NG-2**NG-3**COMMERCIAL, OFFICE AND RETAIL (continued) Theater P P P P P P Retail Sales, Manufactured Homes P P* Storage, Self Service P*P P P P*P Vehicular Sales, Rental, Repair, and Service P* P*P P* Wholesales/Services P* P*P P P P INDUSTRIAL AND MANUFACTURING Bulk Storage Tanks/Cold Storage Plant P P P Micro-Industrial P* P*P Industrial, Light P P P P P P Industrial, Heavy P P Recycling Facility - Large P*P P Salvage Yard P*P* Scientific Testing/Research Laboratory P P P P P Storage, Outdoor - Equipment or Materials P P*P P P Truck Stop/Freight or Trucking Terminal P P Utility P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* Warehousing/Distribution P C P P P Waste Services P P Wireless Telecommunication Facilities - Intermediate P*P* P* P* P* P*P P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* P* Wireless Telecommunication Facilities - Major C C C C C P C C C P*C Wireless Telecommunication Facilities - Unregulated P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P Residential Districts Non-Residential Districts Retired Districts Design Districts 180 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 30 of 42 Sec. 12-6.4. - Specific Use Standards. The following specific use standards shall apply to those uses listed below and identified in the Use Table in Section 12-6.3, Types of Use, with a "P*." A site plan review, as required by Section 12-3.6, Site Plan Review, is required for all specific uses identified herein. For the purposes of this section, buffers shall comply with Section 12-7.7, Buffer Requirements unless specified herein. For the purposes of this section, residential areas or uses shall mean existing developed or developing (platted) residential uses including single-family and multi-family housing, townhomes, and duplexes. A. Animal Care Facilities. Any animal care facilities with defined outdoor uses and/or facilities shall be located a minimum of five hundred (500) feet from existing or developing residential areas; and facilities with outdoor facilities for large animals shall be permitted in A-O Agricultural OpenR Rural, only. X. Wireless Telecommunication Facility (WTF). 3. Permitted Locations. a. All Intermediate WTFs are permitted by right in the following zoning districts: A-O Agricultural OpenR Rural M-1 Light Industrial M-2 Heavy Industrial GC General Commercial CI Commercial Industrial C-3 Light Commercial NG Northgate City-owned premises O Office R&D Research & Development WPC Wolf Pen Creek PDD Planned Development District (except PDD-H) BP Business Park BPI Business Park Industrial. b. Major WTFs are allowed in the following zoning districts with a Conditional Use Permit: A-O Agricultural OpenR Rural M-1 Light Industrial M-2 Heavy Industrial BP Business Park BPI Business Park Industrial GC General Commercial CI Commercial Industrial C-3 Light Commercial O Office R&D Research & Development City-owned premises. c. WTFs may locate on City-owned premises without a conditional use permit with approval of the City Council and subject to the requirements of this UDO. 6. Requirements for New Transmission Towers. a. Setbacks. 181 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 31 of 42 The standard setbacks for each zoning district will apply to WTFs with additional setbacks or separation being required in the sections below. To protect citizens in their homes, transmission towers shall be placed a distance equal to the height of the tower away from any residential structure. And, non-stealth towers shall be set back a distance equal to the height of the tower away from any R-1GS, R-1B, or R-2D zone boundary. 182 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 32 of 42 Article 7 General Development Standards Sec. 12-7.5. - Signs. C. Summary of Permitted Signs. The following signs are permitted in the relevant zoning districts of the City: A-OR A-ORE R-1B R-1GS R-2D R-3T R-4 R-6 R-7MHP O SC GC CI C-3 BP BPI R&D M-1 M-2 Apartment/Co ndominium/ Manufactured Home Park Identification Signs X X X Area Identification/ Subdivision Signs X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Attached Signs X X X X X X X X X X X X X Campus Wayfinding Signs X X X X X X X Commercial Banners X X X X X X X X X X X X Development Signs X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Directional Traffic Control Signs X X X X X X X X X X Freestanding * ** X X X X 183 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 33 of 42 Signs Home Occupation Signs X X X X X X X X X Low Profile Signs X X X X X X X X X X Non- Commercial Signs X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Real Estate, Finance, and Construction Signs X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Roof Signs X X X X Per Ordinance No. 2011-3348 (May 26, 2011) * One (1) Freestanding Sign shall be allowed in the O Office zone only when the premise has a minimum of two (2) acres. ** Freestanding Signs are permitted for building plots with freeway frontage only. See 12-7.5.N "Freestanding Commercial Signs" for additional standards. X. Signs for Conditional Uses. 1. Signs for Conditional Uses shall comply with the regulations for the zoning district in which the Conditional Use is permitted. 2. Signs for Conditional Uses in residential or agricultural rural zoning districts shall comply with Section 12-7.5.F, Sign Standards, "Low Profile Signs." Y. Signs for Permitted Non-residential Uses in Residential or Agricultural Rural Districts. Signs for non-residential permitted uses in residential or agricultural rural zoning districts shall comply with Section 12-7.5.F, Sign Standards, "Low Profile Signs." Signs for government facilities in residential or agricultural rural zoning districts shall comply with Section 12-7.5.I, Sign Standards, "Attached Signs." Sec. 12-7.7. Buffer Requirements. F. Minimum Buffer Standards. 184 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 34 of 42 The buffer requirements are designed to permit and encourage flexibility in the widths of buffer yards, the number of plants required in the buffer yard, and opaque screens. Standard buffer requirements are depicted in the table below. The numbers shown are the required buffer widths. DEVELOPING USE (Classification) ABUTTING PARCEL* (Use more restrictive of the zoning or the developed use.) Single-Family Residential ■ Multi-Family Residential ✓ Non-Residential Single-family ■ N/A N/A N/A Multi-Family ✓ 10' (1) N/A N/A Office 10' (1) N/A N/A Commercial 15' (2) 10' (1) N/A Industrial 25' (2) 15' (2) 5' Suburban Commercial 20' (1) N/A N/A DEVELOPING USE (Classification) ABUTTING PARCEL* (Use more restrictive of the zoning or the developed use.) Single-Family Residential ■ Multi-Family Residential ✓ Non-Residential Business Park 50' (2) 15' (2) 5' Business Park Industrial 50' (2) 30' (2) 10'** SOB 50' (2) 50' (2) 50' (2) ✓ Includes duplexes. ■ Includes manufactured homes, mobile homes, manufactured home parks, and townhouses. 185 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 35 of 42 * When an abutting parcel is vacant and zoned A-O, Agricultural OpenR Rural, the Administrator shall use the future land use of the property as designated on the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in lieu of the zoning category in determining the buffer requirement. ** When an abutting parcel is zoned BP Business Park or BPI Business Park Industrial, the buffer width shall be reduced to five feet (5'). (1) Fence (2) Wall Sec. 12-7.13. Traffic Impact Analyses. B. Definitions. 1. Trip Generation Rates. Trip Generation Rates are used to estimate the amount of vehicular traffic generated by proposed rezoning or a proposed site plan. For Zoning TIAs, these rates are shown by zoning district in the table below. Site plan TIAs shall use rates set forth in the latest edition of the Trip Generation Report published by the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), unless said Report does not adequately address the type or intensity of the proposed land use. In this event the applicant or his agent shall submit projected vehicle trips to the Administrator. For land uses adequately represented in said Report, alternate trip generation rates shall not be accepted. Table 1 Trip Generation: Residential Land Uses Zoning Classification Maximum Units/Acre ITE Land Use Code Trip Rate / Unit Trip Rate / Acre R-4 20.0 220 0.62 12.4 R-6 30.0 220 0.62 18.6 R-7MHP Determined by Administrator P-MUD Determined by Administrator C. Applicability. 1. Zoning TIA. Any zoning request, except for certain "redevelopment" areas, requests for A-OR, A-ORE, R-1GS, R-1B, R-2D, or R-3T zoning classifications which is expected to generate at least one hundred fifty (150) vehicle trips during any peak hour period requires a TIA. Where the 186 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 36 of 42 Comprehensive Plan designates a property as "Redevelopment" a TIA is required if the zoning request is expected to generate at least one hundred fifty (150) vehicle trips during any peak hour period more than those generated by the currently approved use(s) on the property. A zoning request involving multiple zoning districts is required to have a TIA based on the total traffic generated for all the proposed districts. A TIA may be required for a zoning request that generates less than one hundred fifty (150) trips in the peak hour, where the peaking characteristics could have a detrimental impact on the transportation system as determined by the Administrator. A TIA shall be required unless the applicant demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Administrator that a TIA is not necessary for the proposed rezoning request. In cases where a TIA is required, the rezoning application will be considered incomplete until the TIA is submitted. 187 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 37 of 42 Article 8. Subdivision Design and Improvements Sec. 12-8.3. General Requirements and Minimum Standards of Design for Subdivisions within the City Limits. H. Lots. 4. Cluster Development. a. General Purpose. A cluster development is intended to provide open space, preserve unique environmental features, or protect the character of rural areas. ItA cluster development is a residential subdivision in which the lots are allowed to be smaller (in area and width) than otherwise required for the underlying, base zoning district, but in which the overall density of all the lots collectively do not exceed the maximum density limit for the underlying zoning district. Through the cluster development option, a subdivision can contain no more lots than would otherwise be allowed for a conventional subdivision in the zoning district, though the individual lots within the development can be smaller than required in a conventional subdivision. The average lot size in a cluster development must be less than the minimum lot size of the base zoning district. Smaller lot sizes within a cluster development are required to be offset by the provision of open space as set forth below. b. Conflict with Other Regulations. If there is a conflict between the cluster development standards of this Section and any other requirement of this UDO, the standards of this Section control. Where no conflict exists, a cluster development is subject to all other applicable requirements of this UDO. c. 1) Where Allowed. Cluster developments are allowed in all residentialresidential E Estate, RS Restricted Suburban, and GS General Suburban zoning districts. d.2) Approval Procedure. Cluster Developments are subject to the subdivision procedures set forth in this UDO. A note shall be provided on the plat that states the subdivision is a cluster development with additional descriptions as necessary. e. Specific District Standards 1. Estate – a. Lot Size. The minimum average lot size is 20,000 square feet with an absolute minimum lot size of 10,000 square feet as long as individual lot sizes are adequate to meet all other required density, district, and development standards. There is no set minimum lot width or depth requirement within a cluster development, except as noted below. Subdivisions with all lots over 20,000 square feet and lot widths of 100 feet may use rural character roads. Subdivisions containing any lots below 20,000 square feet must use urban street standards. b. Setbacks and Building Separations. The minimum setback standards of the base zoning district apply along the perimeter of a cluster development. All detached structures within a cluster development must be separated by a minimum distance of ten feet. 188 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 38 of 42 2. Restricted Suburban – a. Lot Size. The minimum average lot size is 8,000 square feet with an absolute minimum lot size of 6,500 square feet as long as individual lot sizes are adequate to meet all other required density, district, and development standards. There is no set minimum lot width or depth requirement within a cluster development. b. Setbacks and Building Separations. The minimum setback standards of the base zoning district apply along the perimeter of a cluster development. All detached structures within a cluster development must be separated by a minimum distance of ten feet. 3. General Suburban – a. Lot Size. The minimum lot size is 3,750 square feet as long as individual lot sizes are adequate to meet all other required density, district, and development standards. There is no set minimum lot width or depth requirement within a cluster development. b. 3) Lot Size. There is no set minimum lot width or depth requirement within a cluster development; however, the lot size may be reduced by up to twenty-five (25) percent as long as individual lot sizes are adequate to meet all other required density, district, and development standards. 4) Setbacks and Building Separations. The minimum setback standards of the base zoning district apply along the perimeter of a cluster development. All detached structures within a cluster development must be separated by a minimum distance of ten (10) feet. f. Open Space. 1. Description of Open Space. Any parcel or parcels of land or an area of water, or a combination of land and water within a development site provided and made legally available for the use and enjoyment of all residents of a proposed project. Open space may include amenities such as private outdoor recreation facilities, natural areas, trails, agricultural lands, or stormwater management facilities designed as a neighborhood amenity. Areas encumbered by right-of-way, easements, or utilized as parking may not be counted towards the Open space requirements. Open spaces must be privately owned and maintained by a Home Owners Association (HOA). Common open space must be set aside and designated as an area where no development will occur, other than project-related recreational amenities or passive open space areas. The Commission may require that up to fifty (50) percent of required common open space be useable recreational space, if deemed necessary by the Commission to ensure adequate recreational amenities for residents of the development. 2. 5) Open Space. (a) Amount of Open Space. Cluster developments shall be subject to the minimum lot coverage and on-site open space standards of the base zoning district, if applicable. 189 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 39 of 42 (b) Common Open Space Required for Cluster Developments. a. i. Minimum Requirement. 1. Common open space is required within a cluster development to ensure that the overall density within the development does not exceed the maximum density allowed by the underlying zoning district. 2. Common open space must be provided in an amount of at least ten (10) percent of the gross area of the development, or fifteen (15) percent of the gross area if the development is located in a Growth Area. 3. All proposed lots shall have direct access to the common open space, via access easement, sidewalk, or street. Common open space may be located at the rear of lots only when the space is designed for active recreation or a design concept is submitted to staff for approval. Examples of active recreation areas may include amenities such as sports fields, hike or bike trails, parks, amenity centers, and golf courses. 4. All open space areas shall be part of a larger continuous and integrated open space system within the parcel being developed. The required common open space must be arranged to provide at least 30 percent of the space in at least one contiguous area. The minimum dimensions of such space must be 25 feet by 25 feet. The remaining required common usable open space may be distributed throughout the building site and need not be in one such area; provided, however, no area containing less than 1000 square feet will be considered common usable open space. , 5. massed together in areas to benefit the majority of property owners as well as protecting natural amenities. The minimum common open space area must be at least equal to the difference between: a. The actual, average lot area per dwelling unit within the cluster development; and b. The required lot area per dwelling unit for conventional development within the underlying base zoning district. 6. ii. Use of Common Open Space. Common open space must be set aside and designated as an area where no development will occur, other than project-related recreational amenities or passive open space areas. The Commission may require that up to fifty (50) percent of required common open space be useable recreational space, if deemed necessary by the Commission to ensure adequate recreational amenities for residents of the development. The common open space requirement shall not be credited toward the parkland dedication requirements specified in the City subdivision ordinance. K. Sidewalks. 3. Sidewalk Exceptions. Sidewalks are not required: d. Along new or existing streets within a rural Rural residential Residential subdivision constructed to the rural section; or 190 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 40 of 42 e. Along existing local/residential streets unless sidewalks have been identified in the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Master Plan or in the applicable neighborhood, district, or corridor plan. 191 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 41 of 42 Article 9. - Nonconformities Sec. 12-9.4. - Nonconforming Lots of Record. C. Regulations for Certain Nonconforming Lots Zoned A-O (Agricultural Open)R Rural. 1. A single-family dwelling and accessory structure(s) in areas zoned A-O, Agricultural OpenR Rural, may be erected or structurally altered on a nonconforming lot of record, that is not less than five thousand (5,000) square feet in area and not more than one (1) acre in area, so long as the structure or the addition to the structure complies with the setbacks established by the Single-Family Residential (R-1)GS General Suburban zoning district. 2. A single-family dwelling or accessory structure located on property within the area annexed by Ordinance No. 3331, adopted by the City Council on April 14, 2011, may be erected or structurally altered on a nonconforming lot of record provided the proposed construction complies with the setback requirements established by the Single-Family (R-1)GS General Suburban zoning district. (Ord. No. 2011-3355, § 1(Exh. B), 6-23-2011; Ord. No. 2012-3449, Pt. 1(Exh. M), 9-27-2012) 192 Chapter 12 UDO One- and Two-Family Residential Zoning Districts Ordinance Amendment Page 42 of 42 Article 11. Definitions Sec. 12-11.2. Defined Terms. For the purpose of this UDO, certain words as used herein are defined as follows: Density: The number of dwelling units per net gross acre. (Ord. No. 2012-3450, Pt. 1(Exh. F), 9-27-2012) 193 194 195 196 197 198 199 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239 240 241 242 243 244 245 246 247 September 12, 2013 Regular Agenda Item No. 5 Single-Family Parking Requirements To: Kathleen Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Bob Cowell, AICP, CNU-A, Executive Director - Planning & Development Services Agenda Caption: Public Hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Articles 3, “Development Review Procedures,” 7, “General Development Standards,” and 8, “Subdivision Design and Improvements,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by the creation and amendment of single-family parking requirements. Relationship to Strategic Goals: Neighborhood Integrity Recommendation(s): The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item at their September 5th meeting and recommended approval (6-0). Summary: The Joint Neighborhood Parking Task Force of the College Station City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission was created through City Council Resolution on February 9, 2012. The Task Force was created to address community concerns of neighborhood parking issues and emergency access. The scope of the Task Force was to gather and evaluate data related to neighborhood parking issues, solicit input from stakeholders, formulate recommendations, and forward final recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council for final action. The City Council’s Strategic Plan, updated in 2012, identifies neighborhood parking issues as a problem affecting the City’s Neighborhood Integrity. College Station’s older neighborhoods were developed when automobiles were less prevalent. Many of these established residential neighborhoods include streets designed as “yield streets,” consisting of narrow pavement, often with no curb and gutter. Yield streets contribute greatly to neighborhood character when working as intended. However, many of these streets are in neighborhoods that have converted to high percentages of renter-occupancy. An increase in the number of people per residence has resulted in a high-density of on-street parking. These conditions have caused the yield street design to fail in many instances. A number of neighborhoods are experiencing overcrowding and emergency access concerns due to an increase in on-street parking. Approach: The City currently uses a limited number of options to alleviate on-street parking problems, which the City Council recommended continuing. These options include: • land use planning, • development regulations, • neighborhood plans, • code enforcement, and • parking removal. Additionally, the following existing options should be expanded: • Increase the current minimum requirements of off-street parking, increasing the standard to one parking space required for each bedroom in a single-family dwelling, with a maximum of four required spaces. 248 • Only consider removing parking on one or both sides of a street per a recommendation from the City’s Traffic Management Team when there is a safety concern verified by the City. • Neighborhood initiated parking removal not related to public safety will be addressed through a private process, such as deed restrictions and covenants. Based on the findings of the Task Force, City Council recommended the following solutions to aid in the reduction of neighborhood parking problems City-wide. These recommendations include: • refine the current parking removal process to allow parking removal on one or both sides of a street per a recommendation from the City’s Traffic Management Team (only if there is a verified safety concern), • increase the off-street parking requirements based on the number of bedrooms provided, and • allow no more than 50% of the front portion of the property be used for parking. In addition, new development would also be required to provide an additional solution, chosen from the following six recommended options in order to prevent future on-street parking issues: • wide streets, • narrow streets, • parking removal with platting, • visitor alley-fed off-street parking, • wide lot frontages, or • visitor parking areas. Some solutions, such as narrow streets and parking removal with platting, would require the provision of additional off-street parking measures to ensure adequate parking is available. On February 28, 2013, City Council directed staff to proceed with drafting a single-family parking ordinance for Council’s consideration. Budget & Financial Summary: N/A Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Single-Family Parking Options Summary Sheet 2. Redlined applicable UDO Sections 3. Signed Ordinance 249 Ordinance Amendments for Single-Family Parking Requirements Background The City Council’s Strategic Plan, updated in 2012, identifies neighborhood parking issues as a problem affecting the City’s Neighborhood Integrity. Many of the established residential neighborhoods in College Station include streets designed as “yield streets,” consisting of narrow pavement, often with no curb and gutter. Many of the neighborhoods that contain yield streets have converted to high percentages of renter-occupancy. An increase in the number of people per residence has resulted in a high-density of on-street parking, which has caused the yield street design to fail. A number of neighborhoods are experiencing overcrowding and emergency access concerns due to an increase in on- street parking. The single-family parking requirements have been created to maintain emergency access in existing neighborhoods and also prevent on-street parking problems in new developments. In addition, the City will continue current practices of land use planning, development regulations, neighborhood plans, code enforcement, and parking removal, to ensure emergency access. Parking Removal Program City Council will only consider parking removal on one or both sides of an existing street per a recommendation from the City’s Traffic Management Team. This recommendation must be based on a public safety concern verified by the City. The following is the City’s process that must be followed in order to remove parking from public streets: 1. Concern Initiation –A citizen informs the City of a potential problem resulting from on-street parking (Citizen Initiated) or the City observes the need to remove on-street parking from a street(s) (City Initiated). 2. Concern Evaluation – The City’s Traffic Management Team (TMT) will evaluate the citizen initiated request or city initiated concern and analyze the impact existing on-street parking has on public safety. If the existing on-street parking is determined to impact public safety, the TMT will approve a recommendation which will be included on a future City Council Agenda as a public hearing. 3. Public Notice – Per the recommendation from the TMT to remove on-street parking on a specific street(s), notices will be mailed to property owners and residents on both sides of the street(s) where parking is proposed to be removed. These notices will provide the date of the City Council meeting when the public hearing for the proposed ordinance will occur. 4. Public Hearing – The proposal to remove on-street parking from a specified street(s) will be presented to council, followed by a public hearing where citizens can voice their opinions. Then the City Council can discuss and vote on the proposed parking removal ordinance. In all other cases, the individual neighborhood must address parking issues through a private process, such as deed restrictions and covenants. 250 City-wide Requirements The following are a set of solutions to aid in the reduction of neighborhood parking problems city-wide. These solutions are required for all new construction, redevelopment, or when an addition to the number of bedrooms is completed. Off-Street Parking Requirements One parking space will be required for each bedroom in a single-family dwelling, with a maximum of four required parking spaces. Garages that meet minimum parking dimension standards may be counted towards parking requirements.  UDO Section 12-7.3.B.1.a Off-Street Parking Spaces Required  UDO Section 12-7.3.I Number of Off-Street Parking Spaces Required Maximum Front Yard Coverage No more than 50% of the front area of the property shall be used for parking.  UDO Section 12-7.3.C.3 Dimensions, Access, and Location In the event parking is expanded in front of the structure, it shall not exceed 50% of the front area.  UDO Section 12-7.3.C.4 Dimensions, Access, and Location New Development Requirements In addition to city-wide requirements, new developments are required to provide one solution, chosen from the following six recommended options, in order to prevent future on-street parking issues: Wide Streets Wide streets, consisting of a minimum 32 and maximum of 38 feet pavement width, are allowed to ensure emergency access is maintained. These streets allow for access through a street, even when high volumes of parked vehicles are present on both sides of the street. Wide streets often induce higher travel speeds and are required to provide traffic calming measures to improve safety.  UDO Section 12-8.3.W.2.a Residential Parking Options – Wide Streets Narrow Streets Narrow streets do not accommodate on-street parking, ensuring that emergency access is maintained. Pavement width for narrow streets must be a minimum of 22 feet, up to a maximum of 24 feet and meet fire service standards. Narrow streets must be accompanied by visitor alley fed off-street parking and/or visitor parking areas in order to provide adequate parking in neighborhoods.  UDO Section 12-8.3.W.2.b Residential Parking Options – Narrow Streets Parking Removal with Platting Parking may be removed on one or both sides of the street upon the City Council approving an ordinance removing parking from the street. This option must be accompanied by other measures, such as visitor alley fed off-street parking and/or visitor parking areas in order to provide adequate parking in neighborhoods.  UDO Section 12-8.3.W.2.c Residential Parking Options – Parking Removal with Platting Visitor Alley-Fed Off-Street Parking Visitor alley-fed off-street parking spaces may be provided at a rate of one parking space per four dwelling units. This requirement is in addition to minimum off-street parking requirements. Residential lots served by an alley should only have driveway access via the alley and provide ample off-street parking.  UDO Section 12-8.3.W.2.d Residential Parking Options – Visitor Alley-Fed Off-Street Parking 251 Wide Lot Frontages This option requires a minimum lot frontage of 70-feet, as measured at the front setback, decreasing the density within neighborhoods and increasing more on-street parking area in front of every lot.  UDO Section 12-8.3.W.2.e Residential Parking Options – Wide Lot Frontages Visitor Parking Areas Visitor parking areas consist of remote parking facilities that are privately maintained and located outside of the right-of-way on private property, such as HOA common areas. These parking areas must be provided in addition to minimum lot-based off-street parking requirements to increase off-street parking within a neighborhood. Visitor parking areas should be designed as part of a site’s overall design. To minimize the environmental impact of visitor parking, alternative paving may be used in these areas.  UDO Section 12-8.3.W.2.f Residential Parking Options – Visitor Parking Areas  UDO Section 12-7.4.B.1.a-c Access Management and Circulation  UDO Section 12-7.4.C.1.e Driveway Access Location and Design Other Related Articles Revised:  UDO Section 12-3.4.C.3.a.18 Plat Review – Application Requirements for Preliminary Plans  UDO Section 12-3.4.C.3.b.15 Plat Review – Application Requirements for Final Plats  UDO Section 12-7.3.G.2.c Surfacing – Permeable Surfaces (for single-family parking)  UDO Section 12-8.3.V.1.g Private Streets (applicability) 252 EXHIBIT “A” THAT CHAPTER 12, “UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE,” ARTICLE 3 “DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCEDURES” SECTION 3.4 “PLAT REVIEW”, SECTION C “APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS” SECTION A “PRELIMINARY PLANS” IS HEREBY AMENDED TO ADD ITEM NUMBER 23 TO READ AS FOLLOWS: Sec. 12-3.4. Plat Review. C. Application Requirements. 3. When required to submit the following, the applications shall comply with and/or show the following information: a. Preliminary Plans. When submitting preliminary plans, the following information is required: 23) Provide a note on the Preliminary Plan to identify the Residential Parking Option chosen from the Single-Family Residential Parking Requirements for Platting when applicable; 253 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 2 of 16 EXHIBIT “B” THAT CHAPTER 12, “UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE,” ARTICLE 3 “DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCEDURES” SECTION 3.4 “PLAT REVIEW”, SECTION C “APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS” SECTION B “FINAL PLATS” IS HEREBY AMENDED TO ADD ITEM NUMBER 20 TO READ AS FOLLOWS: Sec. 12-3.4. Plat Review. C. Application Requirements. 3. When required to submit the following, the applications shall comply with and/or show the following information: b. Final Plats and Other Plats to be Recorded. When submitting Final Plats, Replats, Minor Plats, Amending Plats, Vacating Plats, and Development Plats, the following shall be required: 20) Provide a note on the Final Plat to identify the Residential Parking Option chosen from the Single-Family Residential Parking Requirements for Platting when applicable; 254 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 3 of 16 EXHIBIT “C” THAT CHAPTER 12, “UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE,” ARTICLE 7 “GENERAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS” SECTION 7.3 “OFF STREET PARKING STANDARDS”, SECTIONS B, C, F, G, AND I ARE HEREBY AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: Article 7. General Development Standards Sec. 12-7.3. Off-Street Parking Standards. B. Off-Street Parking Spaces Required. 1. In all districts, for all uses, at the time any building or structure is erected, enlarged, or increased in capacity, or at any time any other use is established, there shall be off-street parking spaces provided for motor vehicles in accordance with the requirements specified herein , except as noted below. Exception: a.. In all single-family residential and townhouse uses, at the time of construction, redevelopment, or when an addition to the number of existing bedrooms is completed there shall be off-street parking spaces provided for motor vehicles in accordance with the requirements specified herein. 2. Where off-street parking facilities are provided in excess of the minimum amounts specified by this Section, or when off-street parking facilities are provided but not required, said off-street parking facilities shall comply with the minimum requirements for parking and maneuvering space as specified in this Section. 3. It shall be unlawful to discontinue or dispense with, or cause the discontinuance or reduction of, the required parking facilities apart from the discontinuance of the building, use, or structure without establishing alternative off-street parking facilities that meet these requirements. C. Dimensions, and Access, and Location. This Section applies to any development or redevelopment of uses other than single-family residential, duplexes, or townhouses unless otherwise noted. 1. Each off-street parking space for automobiles shall have an area of not less than nine (9) feet by twenty (20) feet and each stall shall be striped. This standard shall apply for off-street parking for all uses including single-family residential, duplexes, and townhouses. Single-family residential and townhouses are not required to stripe parking spaces. 2. For properties located within the area described as "Area V" in the Southside Area Neighborhood Plan, an amendment of the City's Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance No. 2012- 3442), a new single-family structure may locate its parking, including both required and additional parking in the areas described below: a. Anywhere on the lot behind the structure with no limit on the size of the area; b. Anywhere in the side yards of the lot with no limit on the size of the area; and, c. An area located in front of the structure not to exceed a size equivalent to fifty (50) percent of the front portion of the property. The front portion of the property is the area of the lot within the side lot lines, the front setback, and the public right-of-way line (see graphic below). The square footage of parking allowed by this calculation may be located within or 255 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 4 of 16 outside the boundary of the area used for calculations (see graphic below). The portion of the driveway located between the front property line and the structure shall be included in the maximum parking area square footage. AREA V – ALLOWABLE LOCATION FOR PARKING 3. For all single-family and townhouse uses, at the time of construction, reconstruction, or addition to the number of existing bedrooms, parking shall be located in the areas described below: a. Anywhere on the lot behind the structure with no limit on the size of the area. Parking located behind the structure shall be screened by a solid hedge wall, fence, or wall, at least six (6) feet in height. All solid hedge walls shall be one-hundred (100) percent opaque. All shrubs planted for a hedge wall shall be a minimum of 15 gallons each and evergreen; b. Anywhere in the side yards of the lot with no limit on the size of the area; and, c. Any area located in front of the primary structure not to exceed a size equivalent to fifty (50) percent of the front area. The front area is defined as the area of the lot within the side lot lines, the front plane of the primary structure and the public right-of-way (see graphic below). The driveway area shall be included in this calculation. 256 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 5 of 16 SINGLE-FAMILY AND TOWNHOUSE USES – ALLOWABLE LOCATION FOR PARKING 4. When existing single-family and townhouse parking is expanded in front of the structure, it shall not exceed a size equivalent to fifty (50) percent of the front area as described above. 5. An eighteen-foot paved space (ninety-degree only) may be utilized where the space abuts a landscaped island with a minimum depth of four (4) feet. An eighteen-foot space may also be used when adjacent to a sidewalk provided that the minimum width of the sidewalk is six (6) feet. This standard shall also apply to off-street parking for single-family residential, duplexes, and townhouses. 6. The width of an alley may be assumed to be a portion of the maneuvering space requirement for off-street parking facilities located adjacent to a public alley. This standard shall apply for off- street parking for all uses including single-family residential, duplexes, and townhouses. 7. Each parking space intended for use by the handicapped shall be designed in accordance with the standards of the Texas Architectural Barriers Act (TABA) administered by the Texas Department of License and Regulation. 8. Each parking space and the maneuvering area thereto shall be located entirely within the boundaries of the building plot except where shared parking is approved by the City. 9. All parking spaces, aisles, and modules shall meet the minimum requirements, as shown in the following table. All dimensions are measured from wall to wall. 10. Parking lots located within fifteen (15) feet of a public right-of-way shall have a maximum of seven (7) contiguous spaces separated by an eighteen- by twenty-foot landscaped island. All 257 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 6 of 16 parking lots and drive aisles shall be setback a minimum of six (6) feet from any public right-of- way. 11. Parking is discouraged along entrance drives and should be limited on major circulation aisles of large developments and major retail centers. 12. The Design Review Board may waive parking lot dimension requirements in the Northgate and Wolf Pen Creek districts if the development meets the goals of the master plan for the respective district. F. Requirements Apply to All Parking Areas. Every parcel of land hereafter used as a public parking area, excluding overflow parking for churches, including commercial parking lots, visitor parking areas for single-family and townhouse uses, and parcels used for open-air sales lots shall be developed and maintained in accordance with the requirements in this Section and as described in the City of College Station Site Design Standards . G. Surfacing. 2) Permeable Surface. (a) The use of porous materials (such as permeable concrete and pavers) to mitigate storm water sheeting and pooling of water may be used in off-street parking areas if the material meets vehicular loading standards and is approved by the Administrator. (b) Fire lanes may also be constructed of porous materials such as permeable concrete and pavers to mitigate storm water sheeting and pooling of water, so long as it is demonstrated that the permeable surface can obtain sufficient land and compaction ratings for its application as approved by the City of College Station Fire and Sanitation Departments. (c) Single-family and townhouse visitor parking areas, as required in Single-Family Residential Parking Requirements for Platting, may also be constructed of porous materials such as permeable concrete and pavers to mitigate storm water sheeting and pooling of water. (d) Permeable surfaces approved as provided above shall be maintained in accordance with industry standards and to achieve mitigation of storm water sheeting and pooling of water. Failure to maintain permeable surfaces as required herein, shall constitute a violation of the Section of the UDO for which penalty provisions may be involved. I. Number of Off-Street Parking Spaces Required. In computing the number of parking spaces required, the following rules shall govern: 1. Parking requirements based on square footage shall be based upon the gross floor area, unless otherwise stated. Service areas such as mechanical rooms, restrooms, and closets shall be included in the calculation of "gross floor area" for determining required parking spaces; 2. Where fractional spaces result in computing required parking spaces, the required number of spaces must be increased to the nearest whole number; 3. The parking space requirements for a use not specifically listed shall be the same as those for the most similar to the proposed use, as determined by the Administrator; 4. Whenever a building or use constructed or established after the effective date of this UDO is changed or enlarged in floor area, number of employees, number of dwelling units, seating capacity, or otherwise, parking requirements shall be met on the basis of the enlargement or change. Whenever a building or use existing prior to the effective date of this UDO is enlarged, the enlarged building or increased use shall then and thereafter comply with the parking requirements set forth herein; 258 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 7 of 16 5. In the case of mixed uses, the parking spaces required shall equal the sum of the requirements of the various uses computed separately. This includes the parking requirements for uses such as private schools, day care centers, soup kitchens, and computer centers located on property used for religious worship; 6. Where requirements are established on the basis of the number of seats, such requirements shall be based on the seating capacity as determined by the Building Official; 7. Where a manufacturing/industrial use has more than one (1) working shift of employees, parking shall be provided to accommodate overlap requirements during transition periods; 8. When the developer of a large-scale development can demonstrate that such development will require fewer parking spaces than required by the standards of this Section, the Administrator may permit a reduction in the number of required parking spaces for the development. Such a reduction in parking spaces shall be justified through the development of a parking study prepared by a professional engineer or transportation planner and submitted to the Administrator. The balance of the land necessary to meet these requirements shall be held in reserve as an undeveloped area, to meet any future needs generated by an expansion of the business, a change in land use, or underestimated parking demand; 9. The Design Review Board may waive parking space requirements in the Northgate and Wolf Pen Creek districts if the development meets the goals of the master plan for the respective district. 259 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 8 of 16 MINIMUM OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS Use Unit Spaces/ Unit Plus Spaces For: Airport As determined by the Administrator Banks 250 s.f. 1.0 Bowling Alley As determined by the Administrator Bus Depot As determined by the Administrator Car Wash (Self-Serve) Wash Bay 1.0 1.0 space per vacuum bay Church Seat 0.33* Convalescent Home/Hospital Bed 0.5 Duplex Dwelling: 1 & 2 Bedroom DU 2.0 3 Bedroom DU 3.0 Dormitory Bed 0.75 Day Care Center 250 s.f. 1.0 Fraternal Lodge 75 s.f. 1.0 Fraternity/Sorority House Person 1.0 1/30 s.f. meeting room Freight Station As determined by the Administrator Funeral Parlor Seat 0.33 Furniture Sales, Freestanding 350 s.f. 1.0 260 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 9 of 16 Use Unit Spaces/ Unit Plus Spa ces For: Golf Driving Range Tee Station 1.0 Health Club/Sp orts Facility As determined by the Administrator Gasoline and Fuel Service 300 s . f . 1.0 Group Housing BR 2.0 As determined by the Administrator Health Studio 150 s.f. 1.0 Hospital As determined by the Administrator Hotel/Motel DU 1.0 1/200 s.f. meeting room HUD-Code Manu. Home DU 2.0 Laundry 150 s.f. 1.0 Motor Vehicle Sales/Service 250 s.f. 1.0 Office/Sales Area 200 s.f. 1.0 Service Area Medical or Dental Clinic < 20,000 s.f. 200 s.f. 1.0 Multi-Family Dwelling: 261 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 10 of 16 1 Bedroom BR 1.5 2 Bedroom BR 1.5 Use Unit Spaces/ Unit Plus Spa ces For: (ea. BR <130 s.f.) 2 Bedroom BR 1.25 3 Bedroom BR 1.0 Night Club 50 s.f. 1.0 Office Building 250 s.f. 1.0 Personal Service Shop 250 s.f. 1.0 Priv. School or Comm. Studio 100 s.f. 1.0 Retail Sales & Service: C- 1GC 250 s.f. 1.0 C-2CI 350 s.f. 1.0 C-3 250 s.f. 1.0 Restaurant (w/o drive- through) 65 s.f. 1.0 Restaurant (w/drive- through) 100 s.f. 1.0 Rooming/Boarding House Person 1.0 Sales Display 250 s.f. 1.0 Single-Family Dwelling BR***DU 1.0*** (minimum of 2 with no more than 4 total spaces 262 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 11 of 16 required) Shopping Center**: GC 250 s.f. 1.0 Use Unit Spaces/ Unit Plus Spaces For: CI 350 s.f. 1.0 C-3 250 s.f. 1.0 SC 250 s.f. 1.0 Townhouse BR***DU 1.0*** (minimum of 2 with no more than 4 total spaces required)2.0 Theater Seat 0.25 Truck Terminal As determined by the Administrator Veterinary Clinic 300 s.f. 1.0 Warehouse 1,000 s.f. 1.0 "s.f." = square footage. "DU" = Dwelling Unit. "BR" = Bedroom. * Overflow parking above required parking spaces may be grassed rather than paved. All unpaved spaces shall be shown on site plan and organized for efficient traffic circulation using wheel stops and other appropriate measures as required by the Administrator. ** No more than twenty-five (25) percent of any shopping center square footage shall be utilized for intense uses (uses that, individually, have a parking requirement greater than 1:250 in C-1 or C-3 amd 1:350 in C-2) unless additional parking is provided in accordance with the above requirements for that square footage of such uses in excess of twenty-five (25) percent. *** For properties located within "Area V" of the Southside Area Nei ghborhood Plan, an amendment of the Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance No. 2012-3442).All single-family and townhouse uses, at the time of construction, redevelopment, or when an addition to the number of existing bedrooms is completed, shall come into compliance with the minimum off-street parking requirements. Garages that meet minimum dimensional standards may be counted towards parking requirements. 263 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 12 of 16 EXHIBIT “D” THAT CHAPTER 12, “UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE,” ARTICLE 7 “GENERAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS” SECTION 7.4 “ACCESS MANAGEMENT AND CIRCULATION”, SECTIONS B “ EASEMENTS” AND SECTION C “DRIVEWAY ACCESS LOCATION AND DESIGN” ARE HEREBY AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: Article 7. General Development Standards Sec. 12-7.4. Access Management and Circulation. B. Easements. 1. Street Access. No use shall be permitted to take direct access to a street except as allowed in this Section. a. Local Streets. All residential uses and associated visitor parking areas may take direct access to local streets. Residential visitor parking areas may take direct access to local streets via a driveway, however no backing maneuvers onto local streets shall be allowed. Nonresidential uses shall not take direct access to local streets, provided that any lot located within a nonresidential subdivision or any parcel adjacent to a street within a nonresidential subdivision may take direct access to the local street internal to the subdivision, and provided that any corner lot abutting a local street and an arterial or collector street or freeway may take access to the local street if such access is required by the highway governmental authority having jurisdiction. b. Minor Collector Streets. No single-family dwelling, townhouse, or duplex shall take direct access to minor collecto r streets except when permitted by the Subdivision Regulations. Residential visitor parking areas may take direct access to minor collector streets via a driveway, however no backing maneuvers onto local streets shall be allowed. c. Major Collector Streets. No single-family dwelling, townhouse, or duplex shall take direct access to major collector streets. Residential visitor parking areas may take direct access to major collector streets via a driveway, however no backing maneuvers onto local streets shall be allowed. d. Arterial Streets. No single-family dwelling, townhouse, or duplex shall take direct access to arterial streets. e. Shared Driveways. The Development Engineer may require a shared driveway at the time of platting, development, or redevelopment of the affected lots. C. Driveway Access Location and Design. 1. General. 264 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 13 of 16 a. It shall be unlawful for any person to cut, break, or remove any curb or install a driveway along a street except as herein authorized. Openings in the curb may be approved by the Development Engineer for the purposes of drainage. b. It shall be unlawful for any person to construct, alter, extend, permit, or cause to be constructed, altered, or extended any driveway approach which can be used only as a parking space or area between the curb and private property. c. This Section shall be deemed to be supplemental to other Sections regulating the use of public property, and in case of conflict, this Section shall govern. d. Adequate sight distance shall be provided for a passenger motor vehicle making a left or right turn exiting from a driveway. This determination shall be made by the Development Engineer. e. The specifications and guidelines set forth in this UDO are to be applied to driveways providing access to commercial and multi-family developments and visitor parking areas for single-family and townhouse uses. Single-family and duplex residential driveways are excluded from this policy unless otherwise indicated. f. As determined by the Development Engineer, engineering judgment shall override the required dimensions set forth in this Section if warranted by specific traffic conditions. 265 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 14 of 16 EXHIBIT “E” THAT CHAPTER 12, “UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE,” ARTICLE 8 “SUBDIVISION DESIGN AND IMPROVEMENTS” SECTION 8.3 “GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM STANDARDS OF DESIGN FOR SUBDIVISIONS WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS”, SECTION V “PRIVATE STREETS AND GATING OF ROADWAYS” IS HEREBY AMENDED AND BY ADDING SECTION W “SINGLE- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR PLATTING” IS TO READ AS FOLLOWS: Article 8. Subdivision Design and Improvements Sec. 12-8.3. General Requirements and Minimum Standards of Design for Subdivisions within the City Limits. V. Private Streets and Gating of Roadways. 1. General Requirements. The following applies to platting of roadways: a. Gating of a public roadway is prohibited. b. Streets required to meet block length, block perimeter, or street projection requirements shall not be private or gated. c. Private driveways are considered public roadways for the purpose of gating requirements herein. d. Vehicular access shall be provided on all private and public roadways at all times for police, fire, City inspection, mail delivery, garbage pickup, dial-a-rides, utility, school buses, and other health and safety related vehicles. Access must not require drivers to exit their vehicle. e. A private street may not cross an existing or proposed public thoroughfare as shown on the City's Thoroughfare Plan. A private street may not disrupt or cross an existing or proposed public park or pedestrian pathway as shown on the Bicycle, Pedestrian and Greenways Master Plan. f. The gate design and implementation shall be such that it does not pose a threat to public health, safety and welfare as determined by the City. g. Private streets must meet the requirements listed in Single-family Residential Parking Requirements for Platting. W. Single-Family Residential Parking Requirements for Platting. 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to establish requirements for new single-family and townhouse parking to aid in reducing neighborhood parking problems and maintain certainty of access for emergency vehicles. 2. General Requirements. This Section applies to all new single family and townhouse subdivisions. a. Each phase of a multi-phase project shall comply with this Section. 266 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 15 of 16 b. Subdivisions may utilize multiple Residential Parking Options so long as each phase meets requirements and all options are listed on the plat. c. Replats, Amending Plats, Vacating Plats, and Development Plats are exempt from this section. 3. Residential Parking Options. In order to provide adequate access for emergency vehicles, new single-family and townhouse subdivisions shall provide one option from the following: a. Wide Streets 1) Pavement width shall be a minimum of thirty-two (32) feet, up to a maximum of thirty-eight (38) feet. 2) In order to minimize adverse traffic impacts on residential neighborhoods, subdivisions which choose to incorporate wide streets shall also incorporate one measure from the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Toolbox adopted December 14, 2000. Traffic calming proposals must be approved in accordance with City regulations. b. Narrow Streets 1) Pavement width shall be a minimum of twenty-two (22) feet, up to a maximum of twenty-four (24) feet. 2) No parking shall be allowed on Narrow Streets with a pavement width of twenty- two (22) feet. Parking may be allowed on one side of the street where pavement width is twenty-four (24) feet. 3) Narrow streets must meet fire service standards as described in the City of College Station Site Design Standards. 4) In order to provide adequate parking in residential neighborhoods, subdivisions which choose to incorporate narrow streets shall incorporate additional parking spaces through the provisions of visitor alley-fed parking areas or visitor parking areas. See additional requirements for visitor alley-fed off-street parking and visitor parking areas below. 5) All No Parking signs shall be placed along both sides of the street to ensure adequate emergency access. The edge of the sign shall be a minimum distance of two (2) feet from the face of the curb. Signs should be spaced two hundred (200) feet apart and place at property lines. The developer shall provide and install, at no cost to the City, all No Parking signs and associated poles and hardware. c. Parking Removal with Platting 1) Parking may only be removed on one or both sides of a street upon the City Council approving an ordinance removing parking from the street. 2) All No Parking areas shall be depicted on the Preliminary Plan. 3) All No Parking signs shall be placed along both sides of the street to ensure adequate emergency access. The developer shall provide and install, at no cost to the City, all No Parking signs and associated poles and hardware. 4) In order to provide adequate parking in residential neighborhoods, subdivisions which choose to incorporate parking removal with platting shall incorporate additional parking spaces through the provisions of visitor alley-fed parking areas or visitor parking areas. See additional requirements for visitor alley-fed off-street parking and visitor parking areas below. 267 Chapter 12 UDO Parking Requirements Ordinance Amendment Page 16 of 16 d. Visitor Alley-Fed Off-Street Parking 1) Visitor ally-fed off-street parking spaces shall be provided at a rate of one (1) parking space per four (4) dwelling units. Visitor alley-fed off-street parking shall be in addition to minimum off-street parking requirements. 2) Refer to Alleys Section for additional requirements. e. Wide Lot Frontages 1) All lot widths shall be a minimum of seventy (70) feet, as measured at the front setback. f. Visitor Parking Areas 1) Visitor parking shall: a) be provided at a rate of one (1) parking space per four (4) dwelling units, b) meet requirements of Off-Street Parking Standards and Access Management and Circulation sections, except requirements of Alternative Parking Plans, c) be developed at the same time as public infrastructure, d) be located no farther than five hundred (500) feet from the lot it is meant to serve. This distance shall be measured by a walkable route, e) be located in a common area and maintained by a Homeowners Association, f) be designed to prohibit backing maneuvers onto public streets classified as collector or above. g) not be counted towards common open space requirements for Cluster Developments. 2) Visitor parking areas adjacent to a right-of-way shall be screened from the right-of- way. Screening is required along one hundred (100) percent of the street frontage (such as ten (10) shrubs for every thirty (30) linear feet of frontage), with the exception of areas within the visibility triangle. Screening may be accomplished using plantings, berms, structural elements, or combinations thereof, and must be a minimum of three (3) feet above the parking lot pavement elevation. Walls and planting strips shall be located at least two (2) feet from any parking area. Where the street and the adjacent site are at different elevations, the Administrator may alter the height of the screening to ensure adequate screening. Fifty (50) percent of all shrubs used for screening shall be evergreen. 3) Visitor parking areas may be constructed of permeable surfaces as allowed in the Off-Street Parking Standards. 4. Private parking constructed for the use of subdivision amenities, such as a community pool, may be counted toward Visitor Parking if it meets all other requirements listed above. Permeable materials shall not be allowed for private parking areas surfaces. 268 269 270 271 272 273 274 275 276 277 278 279 280 281 282 283 284 285 286 September 12, 2013 Regular Agenda Item No. 6 Fiscal Year 2013 - 2014 Budget Adoption To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Jeff Kersten, Executive Director, Business Services Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on an ordinance adopting the City of College Station 2013-2014 Budget; and presentation, possible action and discussion ratifying the property tax revenue increase reflected in the budget. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends the City Council approve the ordinance adopting the proposed 2013-2014 budget with any changes the Council wishes to include. A summary of changes the City Council has discussed will be presented to the Council for consideration. Staff also recommends the City Council ratify the property tax revenue increase reflected in the budget. Summary: There are two actions in this agenda item. First is the consideration of the 2013 - 2014 proposed budget. The City Council received the proposed budget on August 8th, 2013 and held budget workshops on August 19th, August 20th, and August 21st. The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed budget on August 22nd. The charter requires that the City Council adopt a budget no later than September 27th . The City Council will need to include any proposed revisions to the budget in the motion to adopt the budget. The second action is ratification of the property tax revenue increase reflected in the budget. This action is required due to recently enacted legislation. House Bill 3195 amends the local government code to say the following: "(c) Adoption of a budget that will require raising more revenue from property taxes than in the previous year requires a separate vote of the governing body to ratify the property tax increase reflected in the budget. A vote under this subsection is in addition to and separate from the vote to adopt the budget or a vote to set the tax rate as required by Chapter 26, Tax Code, or other law." The proposed budget will result in additional property tax revenues over last year totaling $789,148 or 3.33%. This is additional tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the tax roll this year. The proposed tax rate is $0.425958 per $100 assessed valuation which is the effective tax rate. 287 Budgetary and Financial Summary: The following is an overall summary of the proposed budget. Subtotal Operation and Maintenance: $215,769,002 Total Proposed Budget: $255,408,261 Subtotal Capital: 39,639,259 Attachments: 1. FY 14 Budget Ordinance with Attachment A 288 289 290 291 292 293 September 12, 2013 Regular Agenda Item No. 7 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Adoption To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Jeff Kersten, Executive Director, Business Services Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on approval of an ordinance adopting the City of College Station 2013-2014 ad valorem tax rate of $0.425958 per $100 assessed valuation, the debt service portion being $0.193053 per $100 assessed valuation and the operations and maintenance portion being $0.232905 per $100 assessed valuation. Recommendation(s): Staff recommends Council adopt the effective tax rate of $0.425958 per $100 assessed valuation. Summary: On August 21st , the City Council discussed the tax rate and decided not to consider a rate higher than the effective rate of $0.425958. As a result, no additional public hearings or notices were required. The highest tax rate the City Council can consider is the effective tax rate of $.425958. The tax rate must be adopted as two separate components – one for Maintenance and Operations and one for debt service. The effective tax rate of $0.425958 per $100 assessed valuation was used to prepare the proposed budget. If the City Council adopts a tax rate lower than the effective rate, the budget will have to be amended and reduced. Budgetary and Financial Summary: The effective tax rate of $0.425958 per $100 assessed valuation will generate approximately $26.4 million. The property taxes are used to fund the general debt service of the City as well as a portion of the operations and maintenance costs of the General Fund. Attachments: 1. Tax Rate Ordinance - $0.425958 per $100 assessed valuation $0.232905 M&O Debt Service $0.193053 $0.425958 Total Tax Rate 294 295 296 September 12, 2013 Regular Agenda Item No. 8 Sanitation Rate Ordinance To: Kathy Merrill, Interim City Manager From: Chuck Gilman, P.E., PMP, Public Works Director Agenda Caption: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on an ordinance amending Chapter 11, Utilities” Section 5, “Solid Waste Collection Regulations”, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas having the effect of raising rates for commercial solid waste services by fifteen percent (15%). Relationship to Strategic Goals: 1. Core Services and Infrastructure Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of this rate ordinance. Summary: A 15% rate increase is proposed for commercial collection services to cover the city’s cost to provide this service. Increasing fuel cost is one of the main factors contributing to the need for the rate adjustment. The commercial collection rate was last increased in 2006. The monetary increase realized by each commercial customer will depend on the level of service that is provided to an individual customer. A table summarizing service levels, the existing rate, and the new rate is attached. Budget & Financial Summary: It is estimated that the commercial collection rate increase will generate approximately $350,000 in revenue in FY14, which is needed to provide commercial collection services. It is anticipated that an additional rate increase for commercial users will be proposed in FY15. Reviewed and Approved by Legal: Yes Attachments: 1. Rate Ordinance 2. Summary of Service Levels PDF created with pdfFactory Pro trial version www.pdffactory.com297 298 299 300 301 302 Commercial Rates before Increase 15% Rate Increase Rates after Increase Monthly Increase Amount Number of Accounts Roll-off Container 116.00 0.15 133.40 17.40 47 Supermarkets/Hospitals (increase is per empty) 90 Gallon Frequency 1 14.00 0.15 16.10 2.10 86 Small Single Office 2 28.00 0.15 32.20 4.20 40 3 42.00 0.15 48.30 6.30 24 4 55.00 0.15 63.25 8.25 17 5 68.00 0.15 78.20 10.20 5 6 80.00 0.15 92.00 12.00 8 Additional 90 Collect 10.00 0.15 11.50 1.50 Blocked 90 Return 10.00 0.15 11.50 1.50 180 300 Gallon Frequency 1 100.00 0.15 115.00 15.00 10 2 131.00 0.15 150.65 19.65 10 3 160.00 0.15 184.00 24.00 30 4 189.00 0.15 217.35 28.35 8 5 219.00 0.15 251.85 32.85 6 6 254.00 0.15 292.10 38.10 8 Additional 300 Collect 20.00 0.15 23.00 3.00 Blocked 300 Return 20.00 0.15 23.00 3.00 72 2 CY FEL Frequency 1 100.00 0.15 115.00 15.00 2 131.00 0.15 150.65 19.65 3 160.00 0.15 184.00 24.00 4 189.00 0.15 217.35 28.35 5 219.00 0.15 251.85 32.85 6 254.00 0.15 292.10 38.10 Additional 2 CY Collect 20.00 0.15 23.00 3.00 Blocked 2 CY Return 20.00 0.15 23.00 3.00 - 4 CY FEL Frequency 1 125.00 0.15 143.75 18.75 52 2 166.00 0.15 190.90 24.90 35 3 205.00 0.15 235.75 30.75 24 Med Office Complex 4 249.00 0.15 286.35 37.35 9 5 292.00 0.15 335.80 43.80 6 6 330.00 0.15 379.50 49.50 3 Additional 4 CY Collect 30.00 0.15 34.50 4.50 Blocked 4 CY Return 30.00 0.15 34.50 4.50 129 8 CY FEL Frequency 9/4/2013 3:35 PM Page 1 of 2 C:\Users\cgilman\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\5D0NKGSB\ Impact of 15% rate increase on Commercial Customers.xlsx 303 Commercial Rates before Increase 15% Rate Increase Rates after Increase Monthly Increase Amount Number of Accounts 1 154.00 0.15 177.10 23.10 100 Large Office Complex 2 214.00 0.15 246.10 32.10 136 Strip Center (shared) 3 274.00 0.15 315.10 41.10 158 Restaurants 4 332.00 0.15 381.80 49.80 76 5 392.00 0.15 450.80 58.80 60 6 450.00 0.15 517.50 67.50 59 Additional 8 CY Collect 40.00 0.15 46.00 6.00 Blocked 8 CY Return 40.00 0.15 46.00 6.00 589 Commercial Compactors 2 CY FEL COMP Frequency 1 104.00 0.15 119.60 15.60 2 207.00 0.15 238.05 31.05 3 311.00 0.15 357.65 46.65 4 415.00 0.15 477.25 62.25 5 517.00 0.15 594.55 77.55 6 622.00 0.15 715.30 93.30 - 4 CY FEL COMP Frequency 1 139.00 0.15 159.85 20.85 2 2 280.00 0.15 322.00 42.00 3 419.00 0.15 481.85 62.85 4 559.00 0.15 642.85 83.85 5 699.00 0.15 803.85 104.85 6 839.00 0.15 964.85 125.85 1 3 6 CY FEL COMP Frequency 1 188.00 0.15 216.20 28.20 2 377.00 0.15 433.55 56.55 1 3 565.00 0.15 649.75 84.75 5 McDonalds 4 754.00 0.15 867.10 113.10 3 High volume restaurant 5 942.00 0.15 1,083.30 141.30 6 1,130.00 0.15 1,299.50 169.50 3 12 9/4/2013 3:35 PM Page 2 of 2 C:\Users\cgilman\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\5D0NKGSB\ Impact of 15% rate increase on Commercial Customers.xlsx 304