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Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting December 21, 2023
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairperson Dennis Christiansen, Commissioners Jason
Cornelius, Bobby Mirza, Melissa McIlhaney, and Aron Collins
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Commissioners David White and Marcus Chaloupka COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Councilmember Dennis Maloney
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director of Planning & Development Services Michael Ostrowski, Assistant Director of Planning & Development Services Molly Hitchcock, Transportation Planning Coordinator Jason Schubert, Land Development Review Administrator Anthony Armstrong, Senior Planner Jeff Howell, Graduate Engineer I Lindsey Pressler, Graduate Engineer
II Katherine Beaman-Jamael, Assistant City Attorney II Aaron Longoria, Administrative Support
Specialist Kristen Hejny, and Technology Services Specialist Joel Lopez 1. Call Meeting to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Consider Absence Request.
Chairperson Christiansen called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Hear Visitors
No visitors spoke. 3. Consent Agenda
3.1 Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting minutes.
• December 7, 2023
3.2 Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a Final Plat for The Urban at College Station Subdivision Phase 1 on approximately 5.805 acres, generally southeast of
the intersection of Dowling Road and Holleman Drive South. Case #FP2023-000024
Commissioner Cornelius motioned to approve the Consent Agenda, Commissioner Collins seconded the motion, the motion passed 5-0. 4. Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the Consent
Agenda by Commission Action.
No items were removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion.
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5. Regular Agenda
5.1 Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a discretionary item to the Unified
Development Ordinance (UDO) Section 8.3.H.1.i ‘Lots’, and presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a Final Plat Mixed Use for Heaven Subdivision on approximately eight acres, generally located on the north side of Royder Road and southwest of the Creek Meadows Subdivision. Case #FPMU2023-000004
Staff Planner DiMeolo presented the discretionary item and final plat to the Commission recommending approval. Chairperson Christiansen asked if staff anticipated one driveway per lot.
Staff Planner DiMeolo confirmed that staff does anticipate one driveway per lot. Commissioner McIlhaney asked if there is an existing curb cut on the property.
Staff Planner DiMeolo confirmed that there is an existing small curb cut on the property
that would most likely be widened upon development of the property. Commissioner McIlhaney asked if staff anticipated the larger lot being subdivided into two lots.
Staff Planner DiMeolo stated that the larger lot will be a place of worship, so that lot would remain as is. Mr. DiMeolo further stated that the developer may intend on replatting lot two into other lots.
Nadeem Chaudhary, Owner, Islamic Community of Bryan College Station, was available
to address the Commission. Chairperson Christiansen asked for the development timeline.
Mr. Chaudhary explained that development will take place in a few years.
Commissioner Mirza asked if the City is providing utilities to the property. Staff Planner DiMeolo stated that the property has on-site septic availability and City water
capacity.
Commissioner McIlhaney motioned to approve the discretionary item and final plat as they meet all requirements, Commissioner Mirza seconded the motion, the motion passed 5-0.
5.2 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, “Article 4, Zoning Districts,”
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Section 4.2 “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by changing the zoning district boundary from RS Restricted Suburban to
PDD Planned Development District on approximately 249 acres of land located between
Diamondback Drive and Greens Prairie Road. Case #REZ2023-000072 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the January 25, 2024 City Council Meeting – Subject to change).
Staff Planner DiMeolo presented the rezoning to the Commission recommending
approval. Chairperson Christiansen asked for the average lot size on the already developed portion of the development.
Staff Planner DiMeolo stated that lots are at or above 8,000 square feet and the average lot size is 9,000 square feet. Chairperson Christiansen asked if staff felt that the November 29, 2023 Homeowner’s
Association (HOA) meeting regarding the rezoning was positive with good dialogue.
Staff Planner DiMeolo confirmed that staff felt that the November 29, 2023 HOA meeting was constructive.
Commissioner Collins asked if the developer would be required to meet the average lot
size. Staff Planner DiMeolo stated that the developer would be required to meet the average lot size of the total number of lots.
Commissioner Collins inquired regarding the concerns of adverse impacts, shared by the residents, asking for their concerns. Staff Planner DiMeolo stated that the residents have expressed concerns for impacts on
land value, smaller lot sizes, more density, and traffic.
Commissioner Cornelius asked if this rezoning had to be all 200 acres or if smaller pieces can be rezoned.
Staff Planner DiMeolo explained that as part of the PDD, different areas would be rezoned
to allow different densities, but the request covers all of the undeveloped property. Commissioner Cornelius asked if the developer would have the ability to develop the smaller lot sizes of the 17-acre area across the whole property.
Staff Planner DiMeolo explained that the 17-acre zoning is limited to the area shown on the concept plan and lots can only increase in size.
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Commissioner Mirza asked if there was any effort by the City to create parks and trails.
Staff Planner DiMeolo clarified that for a cluster subdivision that allows smaller lots sizes,
the developer must meet open space requirements of at least 25% of the area. Commissioner Collins asked for clarification that with the exception of one lot, all lots adjacent to existing developed lots are not being changed, not affecting any lot adjacent to
an existing property.
Staff Planner DiMeolo confirmed that existing adjacent lots will not be affected and will have a green space buffer.
Hunter Goodwin, Developer, Oldham Goodwin, was available to address the Commission.
Chairperson Christiansen stated that the new plan presented contains a lot of change from the initial development proposal, and that residents may not have purchased property in the first phases of the development, had they known of the plans for later phases.
Mr. Goodwin clarified that the zoning on the properties abutting existing homes are not changing. Commissioner Collins asked about affordable housing, asking for the target price of the
homes.
Mr. Goodwin stated that housing is attainable with intentionality that and prices will start at about $250.00 per square foot.
Commissioner Collins commented that this new development is by no means cheap
housing and will not decrease the property value of surrounding homes. Commissioner Cornelius asked for the trigger points for different parts of the development becoming a higher density product.
Mr. Goodwin stated that this would be a function of the market. Commissioner Mirza asked for confirmation on the approximate $250.00 per square foot cost.
Mr. Goodwin clarified that $250.00 per square foot has been the developer’s average sale price. Commissioner McIlhaney asked for the demographic of property owners in previous
phases.
Mr. Goodwin stated that the demographic includes a diverse group of property owners.
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Chairperson Christiansen opened the public hearing.
Weems Turner, Greens Prairie Reserve Section 1, College Station, expressed concerns for
the rezoning and townhome developments. Commissioner McIlhaney asked Mr. Turner for the construction date of his home.
Mr. Turner confirmed that his home was built approximately 14 months ago.
Dolores Graham, Greens Prairie Reserve Section 1, College Station, spoke in opposition to the rezoning citing concerns for townhomes and lifestyle, and addressed the November 29, 2023 developer meeting.
Chairperson Christiansen closed the public hearing. Commissioner McIlhaney expressed support for the rezoning.
Commissioner Mirza expressed support for the rezoning with the required greenways and
parkland. Commissioner Collins expressed support for the rezoning.
Commissioner Cornelius expressed support for the rezoning.
Chairperson Christiansen expressed support for the rezoning, supporting it as an acceptable alternative to the original plan.
Commissioner McIlhaney commented that the speed in which the developments will be
sold would offset any concerns for property value. Commissioner Cornelius motioned to recommend approval of the rezoning, Commissioner Mirza seconded the motion.
Commissioner Cornelius commented that this design change is the best alternative based on current needs. Commissioner Mirza commented that this rezoning is the best option for the development.
The motion passed 5-0. 6. Informational Agenda
6.1 Discussion of new development applications submitted to the City.
New Development Link: www.cstx.gov/newdev
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There was no discussion.
6.2 Presentation and discussion on MH Middle Housing rezoning requests.
Director Ostrowski presented an update on MH Middle Housing zoning requests.
There was no discussion.
6.3 Presentation and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
•Thursday, January 4, 2024 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
•Thursday, January 11, 2024 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ OpenMeeting 6:00 p.m.
•Thursday, January 18, 2024 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
•Thursday, January 25, 2024 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open
Meeting 6:00 p.m.
There was no discussion.
6.4 Discussion and review regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board and BioCorridor Board.
•None
There was no discussion.
7.Discussion and possible action on future agenda items.
A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not beengiven. A statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy maybe given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agendafor a subsequent meeting.
There was no discussion.
8.Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
___________________________________ _________________________________ Dennis Christiansen, Chairperson Kristen Hejny, Board Secretary Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
for Dennis Christiansen