HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/17/2017 - Regular Minutes - Planning & Zoning CommissionAugust 17, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 7
MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
August 17, 2017, 7:00 p.m.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
College Station, Texas
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Jane Kee, Elianor Vessali, Bill Mather, Keith Williamson and Jeremy
Osborne
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Casey Oldham, Johnny Burns
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Linda Harvell, Blanche Brick
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lance Simms, Molly Hitchcock, Carol Cotter, Justin Golbabai, Jenifer Paz,
Alaina Helton, Rachel Lazo, Madison Thomas, Jade Broadnax, Jason Schubert, Kevin Ferrer, Anthony
Armstrong, Tim Horn, Mary Ann Powell, Barbara Moore, Fred Surovik, Lauren Palmer and Kristen Hejny
1. Call Meeting to Order
Chairperson Kee called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Hear Citizens
4. Consent Agenda
4.1 Consideration, possible action, and discussion on Absence Requests from meetings.
*Johnny Burns ~ August 17, 2017
*Casey Oldham ~ August 17, 2017
4.2 Consideration, possible action, and discussion to approve meeting minutes.
*August 3, 2017 Workshop
*August 3, 2017 Regular
4.3 Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding a Final Plat for Indian Lakes Phase 20
Subdivision consisting of three residential estate lots and right-of-way dedication on
approximately 4.1 acres located north of the intersection of Chaco Canyon Drive and Mesa Verde
Drive, in the College Station Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. Case #FP2017-000024
Commissioner Mather motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items 4.1 - 4.3. Commissioner
Osborne seconded the motion, motion passed (5-0).
Regular Agenda
5. Consideration, possible action, and discussion on items removed from the Consent Agenda by
Commission Action.
August 17, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 7
No items were removed.
6. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Chapter
12, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 12-4.2, “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by changing the zoning district boundaries from GS
General Suburban to PDD Planned Development District for approximately 0.6 acres in the College
Park Subdivision generally located at 100 & 200 Fairview. Case #REZ2017-000008 (Note: Final
action on this item is scheduled for the September 11, 2017 City Council meeting – subject to change)
Commissioner Vessali recused herself from discussion and vote on this item.
Staff Planner Lazo presented the Rezoning to the Commission and recommended approval.
Transportation Planning Coordinator Schubert provided an overview of the grade separation plans for
the intersection at George Bush Drive and Wellborn Road.
Chairperson Kee asked about the potential for a signal at Montclair Avenue and inquired about the
impact on the larger area.
Transportation Planning Coordinator Schubert stated that there may be a full median break and signal
at that intersection which will give the added benefit of convenience at the intersection to alleviate
traffic congestion.
Applicant, Crissy Hartl, 3204 Earl Rudder Freeway South, College Station, was available to present
and answer questions from the Commission.
Property Owner, Hege Kalaouze, 4206 Serrano Court, Bryan, was available to address any questions
from the Commission.
Property Owner, Fadi Kalaouze, 4206 Serrano Court, Bryan, was available to address any questions
from the Commission.
Commissioner Mather asked about the shared access with the Shell station.
Ms. Hartl stated that the applicant is working with the Shell station to acquire the shared access.
Chuck Ellison, 2902 Camille Drive, College Station, was available to answer questions regarding the
deed restrictions on the property.
Commissioner Mather asked about the ten-foot setback and visibility at the corner of George Bush
Drive and Fairview Avenue.
Ms. Hartl stated that the applicant will have to meet the ordinance requirement for visibility.
Veronica Morgan, 3204 Earl Rudder Freeway South, College Station, stated that there is significant
right-of-way behind the curb and sight visibility will be evaluated with the site plan.
Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing.
August 17, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 7
Debra Siegele, 702 Thomas Street, College Station, expressed concerns regarding future zoning of
lots in the area and changes made by the Texas Department of Transportation in regards to the nature
of the intersection.
Jordan Chen, Texas A&M Student Government Association, 4400 Carter Creek Parkway, Bryan,
expressed student support regarding rezoning, stating a relocation of the business is appropriate given
the future construction.
Tom Linton, 1722 Capstan Road, Houston, expressed concerns for the redevelopment affecting
aesthetic value, surrounding homes and occupants.
Don Jones, 804 Berry Creek, College Station, spoke with concerns for traffic and noise in the
surrounding area. Mr. Jones also indicated that a single-family home may not be appropriate at the
corner of George Bush Drive and Fairview Avenue.
Emily Jane Cowen, 603 Guernsey, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing concerns
for neighborhood integrity, inappropriate use, non-conforming, unsafe traffic conditions, deed
restrictions, and damage to surrounding properties with no added benefits to the community.
Bob Richers, 803 Hawthorne Street, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning sharing
opposing comments to the Commission.
Debe Shaffer, 117 Pershing Avenue, College Station, presented a letter from Debbie Bethancourt
stating her opposition of the rezoning citing concerns for traffic and safety at the Fairview Avenue and
George Bush Drive intersection.
Bill Bingham, 404 Fairview Avenue, College Station, expressed concerns for commercial
encroachment into residential areas.
Shirley Dupriest, 400 Fairview Avenue, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing
concerns for residential impact, noise, neighborhood integrity, and possible spot zoning.
Jerry Cooper, 602 Bell Street, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing concerns for
damage to the neighborhood and increased traffic through the neighborhood.
George Dresser, 501 Fairview Avenue, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing that
the appropriate criteria are not met in the application to qualify for rezoning.
Scott Shaffer, 117 Pershing Avenue, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing that
the property ignores the neighborhood area plan.
Kathy Richers, 803 Hawthorn Street, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing
concerns for traffic, safety and quality of life.
Hugh Stearns, 316 Suffolk Avenue, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing impacts
on bike and pedestrian safety and mobility.
August 17, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 7
Angela Hindman, 805 Hawthorn Street, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing
concerns for deed restrictions.
Fred Dupriest, 400 Fairview Avenue, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing
concerns for tax value, damage to the neighborhood, and disadvantage to the residents.
Pete Kramer, 201 Montclair Avenue, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing
concerns for the disregard of the neighborhood area plan, and impacts on the neighborhood from the
intersection construction.
Suzanne Droleskey, 1109 Ashburn Avenue, spoke in opposition of the rezoning regarding concerns
for “commercial creep” creating opportunity for commercial encroachment into neighborhoods.
Ben Riner, 204 Fairview Avenue, College Station, spoke in opposition of the rezoning citing concerns
for impacts on the surrounding neighborhood.
Chuck Ellison, 2902 Camille Drive, College Station, clarified the deed restriction limitations and
enforcement for the area.
Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Osborne asked if both areas 4 & 5 are limited in redevelopment
Staff Planner Lazo stated that the limitations specifically speak to area 5.
Director of Planning & Development Services Simms stated that the language related to grade
separation and redevelopment are related to area 5 and it is staff’s determination that this subject
property lies within area 4.
Chairperson Kee addressed citizen concerns regarding a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA), traffic patterns
and trip generation, stating that although a full TIA was not required, staff will continue to review
these elements during the review process.
Commissioner Mather asked why including 200 Fairview Avenue into the rezoning is not an
encroachment into the abutting neighborhood.
Staff Planner Lazo stated that property area of only 100 Fairview Avenue did not allow for enough
driveway spacing to permit access off of Fairview Avenue. Ms. Lazo further stated that land use is not
parcel based.
Commissioner Mather asked why a neighborhood conservation overlay not been implemented for this
area.
Mr. Simms stated that City Council has laid the groundwork for the majority (50% + 1) of the
neighborhood to request an overlay such as a neighborhood conservation overlay. Mr. Simms also
stated that there has not yet been the support of the neighbors to bring the overlay rezoning request
forward.
Chairperson Kee asked for more details about the proposed access onto the property.
August 17, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 7
Mr. Ellison stated that if TXDOT will grant property access from George Bush Drive, driveway access
from Fairview Avenue will be removed. Mr. Ellison also stated that it is the desire of the applicant to
have driveway access off of George Bush Drive.
Mr. Kalaouze stated that access to the existing Aggieland Outfitters will be removed by adjacent
intersection improvements in January of 2018.
Emily Jane Cowen spoke on the neighborhood conservation overlay issue stating that there is a current
neighborhood effort for creating an overlay.
There was general discussion.
Commissioner Osborne motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning. Commissioner
Williamson seconded the motion.
There was general discussion.
The motion passed (4-0-1).
7. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Chapter
12, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 12-4.2, “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by changing the zoning district boundaries from R
Rural to RS Restricted Suburban and NAP Natural Areas Protected for approximately 46 acres located
near North Forest Parkway, generally located north of Appomattox Drive and Emerald Forest
Subdivision. Case #REZ2016-000020 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the August 24,
2017 City Council meeting – subject to change)
Commissioner Williamson recused himself from discussion and vote on this item.
Staff Planner Thomas presented the Rezoning to the Commission and recommended approval.
Assistant Director of Water Services Surovik stated that the treatment plant’s TCEQ-required buffer
zone is met within the plant boundary between the property and the City of College Station wastewater
treatment plant.
Applicant Paul Leventis was available to answer questions from the Commission.
Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing.
Jerry Ebanks, 2102 Spring Creek, College Station, spoke with concerns on the city declining the use
of the passageway into the property through the North Forest Parkway extension.
Mr. Surovik was available to explain the access way into the property.
John Woods, 8704 Chippendale Street, College Station spoke addressing the access way into the
property, asking Commission to include a statement conditioning infrastructure improvements.
Property Owner, Tim Wolters was available to answer any questions from the Commission.
August 17, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 7
Mr. Leventis clarified that the primary access to the property will come off of Spring Creek Drive.
Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Mather motioned to recommend approval of the Rezoning as presented.
Commissioner Vessali seconded the motion, the motion passed (4-0-1).
8. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an amendment to the Unified
Development Ordinance, Section 12-8.3.I.2, “Utility Easements”. Case #ORDA2017-000006 (Note:
Final action on this item is scheduled for the September 11, 2017 City Council meeting – subject to
change)
Director of Planning & Development Services Simms presented the Ordinance Amendment to the
Commission and recommended approval.
Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing.
No one spoke.
Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Mather motioned to recommend approval of the Ordinance Amendment as
presented. Commissioner Williamson seconded the motion, the motion passed (5-0).
9. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an amendment to Chapter 12,
“Unified Development Ordinance,” Section 12-6.3.C, “Use Table” of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of College Station, Texas to permit the uses of “Health Club/Sports Facility, Indoor,” and “Health
Club/Sports Facility, Outdoor,” in the Commercial Industrial zoning district. Case #ORDA2017-
000007 (Note: Final action on this item is scheduled for the September 11, 2017 City Council meeting
– subject to change)
Planning Administrator Golbabai presented this Ordinance Amendment to the Commission and
recommended approval.
Chairperson Kee opened the public hearing.
Ken Tripp, 1393 Seamist Lane, College Station, spoke with concerns for off street parking issues.
Chairperson Kee closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Osborne motioned to recommend approval of the Ordinance Amendment as
presented. Commissioner Williamson seconded the motion, the motion passed (5-0).
10. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items – A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire
about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement of specific factual information or
the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place
the subject on an agenda for a subsequent meeting.
August 17, 2017 P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes Page 7 of 7
There was no discussion.
11. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 10:17 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
______________________________ ________________________________
Jane Kee, Chairman Kristen Hejny, Admin Support Specialist
Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services