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• CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
Planning & Development Services
Call the meeting to order.
2. Discussion of consent and regular agenda items.
3. Discussion of minor and amending plats approved by Staff.
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4. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding transportation planning and traffic
mitigation in the East Bypass area. (KF)
5. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding Chapter 13, "Flood Hazard
Protection ", Sections 5 -G and 6 of the City of College Station Code of Ordinances,
commonly referred to as "Zero- Rise ". (AG)
6. Presentation and discussion on State Highway 6 Frontage Road and Rock Prairie Road
intersection relative to lot access via median cuts. (KF)
• 7. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding an update to the Commission on the
status of items within the P &Z Plan of Work (see attached). (LS)
8. Presentation, possible action and discussion on the appointment of a member of the
Planning & Zoning Commission to serve on the Comprehensive Plan Advisory
Committee.
9. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P &Z Calendar of Upcoming
Meetings. (LS)
❖ June 22, 2006 — Joint Meeting — P &Z and City Council
❖ October 18 -20, 2006 — APA State Conference, Corpus Christi, Texas
10. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items — A Planning and Zoning Member
may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement of specific
factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any deliberation
shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agenda for a subsequent meeting.
11. Adjourn.
AGENDA
Workshop Meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday, June 15, 2006, at 5:30 P.M.
Council Chambers, City Hall
1101 Texas Avenue
College Station, Texas
• Notice is hereby given that a Workshop Meeting of the College Station Planning and Zoning Commission,
College Station, Texas will be held on the Thursday, June 15, 2006, at 6:00 PM. at the City Hall Council
Chambers, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas. The following subjects will be discussed, to wit: See
Agenda.
Posted this the day of June 2006, at
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS
By
• Connie Hooks, City Secretary
I, the undersigned, do hereby certify that the above Notice of Meeting of the Planning and Zoning
Commission 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 The Agenda and Notice are readily accessible to the general
public at all times. Said Notice and Agenda were posted on June _, 2006, at and remained so
posted continuously for at least 72 hours preceding 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 , 2006.
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS
By
Subscribed and sworn to before me on this the day of , 2006.
Notary Public- Brazos County, Texas
My commission expires:
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Planning & Development Services
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1. Call meeting to order.
AGENDA
Regular Meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday, June 15, 2006, at 7:00 P.M.
Council Chambers, College Station City Hall
1101 Texas Avenue
College Station, Texas
2. Hear Citizens. At this time, the Chairman will open the floor to citizens wishing to address
the Commission on planning and zoning issues not already scheduled on tonight's agenda.
The citizen presentations will be limited to three minutes in order to accommodate everyone
who wishes to address the Commission and to allow adequate time for completion of the
agenda items. The Commission will receive the information, ask city staff to look into the
matter, or will place the matter on a future agenda for discussion. (A recording is made of
the meeting; please give your name and address for the record.)
All matters listed under Item 2, Consent Agenda, are considered routine by the Planning
and Zoning Commission and will be enacted by one motion. These items include
preliminary and final plats, where staff has found compliance with all minimum
subdivision regulations. All items approved by Consent are approved with any and all
staff recommendations. There will not be separate discussion of these items. If any
Commissioner desires to discuss an item on the Consent Agenda it will be moved to the
Regular Agenda for further consideration.
3. Consent Agenda
3.1. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Master Plan for Great Oaks
consisting of 224.5 acres located at Rock Prairie Road West and Great Oaks Drive in
the City's Extra - territorial Jurisdiction. Case #06- 500104 (CH/JN)
3.2. Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat for Crescent Pointe
Phase 2 consisting of seven (7) lots on 58.15 acres located at 3500 University Drive
East in the general vicinity of Copperfield Parkway and University Drive. Case #06-
500105 (LB /JN)
3.3. Consideration, discussion and possible action on meeting minutes.
❖ June 1, 2006 — Workshop Meeting Minutes
❖ June 1, 2006 — Regular Meeting Minutes
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Regular Agenda
4. Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the Consent Agenda
by Commission action.
5. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat - Replat of
Whitley Subdivision Lot 3 into 2 lots on 1.52 acres located at 1806 -1810 Welsh Avenue
near the southwest corner of Southwest Parkway and Welsh Avenue. Case #06- 500098
(JN/TF)
6. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on an Amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan - Land Use Plan from Industrial R &D to Residential Attached and
Regional Retail for 1300 Harvey Mitchell Parkway (FM 2818), generally located south of
and adjacent to Harvey Mitchell Parkway (FM 2818), between Holleman Drive West and
Luther Street West. Case #06- 500087 (JP)
7. Adjourn.
Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the College Station Planning and Zoning Commission,
College Station, Texas will be held on the Thursday, June 15, 2006, at 6:00 P.M. at the City Hall Council
Chambers, 1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas. The following subjects will be discussed, to wit: See
Agenda.
Posted this the day of June, 2006, at
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS
By
Connie Hooks, City Secretary
I, the undersigned, do hereby certify that the above Notice of Meeting of the Planning and Zoning
Commission 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.¢ov The Agenda and Notice are readily accessible to the general
• public at all times. Said Notice and Agenda were posted on June _, 2006, at and remained so
posted continuously for at least 72 hours preceding 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 , 2006.
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS
By
Subscribed and sworn to before me on this the day of , 2006.
Notary Public- Brazos County, Texas
My commission expires:
This 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.
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Workshop Agenda 4
Presentation, possible action, and
discussion regarding transportation
planning and traffic mitigation in the
East Bypass area. (KF)
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City of College Station
Planning & Development Services
1101 Texas Avenue, PO Box 9960
College Station, Texas 77842
Phone 979.764.3570 / Fax 979.764.3496
MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 2, 2006
TO: Members of the Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Ken Fogle, Transportation Planner
THROUGH: Lance Simms, Acting Director of Planning & Development Services
SUBJECT: Transportation Planning and Traffic Mitigation in the East Bypass Area
• On June 1, 2006, the Planning and Zoning Commission tabled the Sebesta Area
Comprehensive Plan Amendment and directed staff to further investigate traffic
mitigation alternatives for the East Bypass area. This presentation to the Commission
will be made in three parts.
First, staff will present traffic mitigation alternatives that could be used to address
specific traffic concerns related to the Sebesta Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
Second, staff will present other long -range planning solutions that could be implemented
to ensure that the traffic concerns in the East Bypass Area are not further complicated
with future developments in the surrounding area.
Lastly, staff will discuss other options to further study transportation planning and traffic
mitigation alternatives for the East Bypass Area.
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Workshop Agenda 5
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Presentation, possible action and
discussion regarding Chapter 13,
"Flood Hazard Protection", Sections
5-G and 6 of the City of College
Station Code of Ordinances,
commonly referred to as "Zero-Rise".
(AG)
SECTION 5: SPECIAL PROVISIONS
• A. NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM
The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is a federal program enabling property
owners to purchase flood insurance. This program is based on an agreement between
local communities and the federal government that if a community will implement
programs to reduce future flood damages, the federal government will make flood
insurance available within the community as a financial protection against flood losses.
The United States Congress established the NFIP with the National Flood Insurance Act
of 1968 and later modified and broadened the program. The NFIP is administered by the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The following provisions are in
accordance with the requirements for participation in the NFIP.
B. ESTABLISHMENT OF AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD
The basis for identification of the Areas of Special Flood Hazard shall be the most current
engineering report entitled "Flood Insurance Study for the City of College Station, Texas"
as accepted by FEMA and the Federal Insurance Administration, including the accom-
panying Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Hazard Boundary Maps showing the
floodway. The current report is dated January 2, 1981; however, any revisions,
amendments, or updated studies accepted by FEMA and the Flood Insurance
Administration shall be adopted by reference and are hereby declared to be a part of this
chapter. The most current Flood Insurance Study shall be used for all determinations of
flood insurance rates, floodways, and additional revisions as they become available. The
current Flood Insurance Study, FIRM, FHBM, along with any revisions or amendments
shall be maintained and made available by the designated Administrator of the
Stormwater Management Program.
C. REVISION OR AMENDMENT OF FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY
• Any revision or amendment to the Flood Insurance Study which is requested by a land
owner in the City shall be submitted to the designated Administrator of the Stormwater
Management Program in accordance with the requirements set forth in the Drainage
Policy and Design Standards. All requests for map amendment or map revision must be
approved by the Administrator in writing prior to their submission to FEMA. If
modification of any watercourse is involved, an effective Conditional Letter of Map
Amendment shall be on file with the Administrator prior to any development. All submit-
tals to FEMA shall be made at no cost to the City.
D. METHODS OF REDUCING FLOOD DAMAGE
In order that the purposes of this chapter shall be accomplished in accordance with
Section 1, the following methods, measures, requirements, and practices may be utilized
by the Administrator in accordance with the Drainage Policy and Design Standards:
(1) Limit peak stormwater flows after development to that which existed before
development;
(2) Limit, control, or prevent changes in the path of stormwater flows across or away
from a site or development;
(3) Limit, control, or prevent alterations to existing watercourses and drainage
facilities either inside or outside existing Areas of Special Flood Hazard;
(4) Limit, control, or prevent the alteration of natural or developed Areas of Special
Flood Hazard, channels, or protective barriers which are necessary to accommo-
date flood waters;
(5) Limit, control, or prevent the use of existing or proposed drainage easements
• such that the easement remains useful for its intended purpose;
(6)
Limit, control, or prevent the construction of barriers which may increase flood
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hazards to other lands or facilities;
(7)
Establish or cause to be established adequate drainage easements and /or rights
of way to control development and limit potential flood damage and protect
existing or proposed drainage facilities;
(8)
Limit, control, or prevent dumping of refuse, fill, garbage, grass clippings, brush,
waste concrete, or other materials in existing drainage facilities including swales,
streets, inlets, ditches, storm sewers, culverts, etc.;
(9)
Limit, control, or prevent filling, grading, clearing, dredging, paving, berming, or
other earthwork which may increase stormwater flows, change drainage
pathways, increase erosion and sedimentation, or increase flood hazard or
damage from flooding;
(10)
Limit, control, or prevent development which is dangerous to health, safety, or
property by causing increases in water surface elevations, velocities, or flowrates
which exist prior to such development;
(11)
Limit, control, or prevent development which is vulnerable to flood damage or
require that said development shall be adequately protected against said flood
damage at the time of construction;
(12)
Require adequate maintenance of drainage facilities such that they retain their
capacity for conveyance of stormwater flows.
E. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD
In all
areas of Special Flood Hazard where base flood elevations have been determined
• in accordance with this chapter, the following provisions shall apply:
All
(1)
new construction, any substantial improvement to a structure, and appurte-
nances shall be securely anchored to prevent flotation, collapse or lateral move-
ment;
(2)
All new construction, any substantial improvement to a structure, and appurte-
nances shall be constructed in such a manner as to minimize flood damage; and,
all electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and
other service facilities shall be designed and /or located so as to prevent water
from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions of
flooding;
(3)
New and replacement sanitary sewage systems, including but not limited to
septic tanks and drain fields, package treatment plants, etc., shall be designed to
minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system and discharges
from the system into flood waters;
(4)
New and replacement water supply systems including wells, treatment plants,
distribution facilities, etc., shall be designed to prevent infiltration of flood waters
into the system;
(5)
Solid or liquid waste disposal sites or systems shall be designed and located to
avoid contamination from them during flooding and to avoid impairment of their
operation during times of flooding;
(6) All new construction or any substantial improvement of any residential structure
shall have the lowest floor, including any basement, at an elevation at least one
foot above the base flood elevation, and certification that this standard has been
satisfied shall be submitted to the Administrator, said certification shall bear the
• dated seal and signature of a registered professional engineer or registered
public surveyor on the form provided by the Administrator;
• (7) All new construction or any substantial improvement of any commercial,
industrial, or other non - residential structure shall either have the lowest floor,
including basements, elevated at least one foot above the base flood elevation or
the structure with its attendant utility and sanitary facilities shall be floodproofed
so that the structure and utility and sanitary facilities shall be watertight and
impermeable to the intrusion of water in all areas below the base flood elevation,
and shall resist the structural loads and buoyancy effects from the hydrostatic
and hydrodynamic conditions. Certification that this standard has been satisfied
shall bear the dated seal and signature of a registered professional engineer on
the form provided by the Administrator;
(8) For all new construction and substantial improvements, fully enclosed areas
below the lowest floor that are subject to flooding shall be designed to
automatically equalize hydrostatic flood forces on exterior walls by allowing for
the entry and exit of floodwaters. Designs for meeting this requirement must
either be certified by a registered professional engineer or architect or must meet
or exceed the following minimum criteria: A minimum of two openings having a
total net area of not less than one square inch for every square foot of enclosed
area subject to flooding shall be provided. The bottom of all openings shall be no
higher than one foot above grade. Openings may be equipped with screens,
louvers, or other coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic
entry and exit of floodwaters;
(Ordinance No. 1728 of October 22, 1987)
(9) In areas of special flood hazard where base flood elevations have not been
established, base flood elevation data shall be generated for subdivision
proposals and other proposed development, including manufactured home parks
and subdivisions which are greater than 50 lots or 5 acres, whichever is less.
• (Ordinance No. 1740 of February 25, 1988)
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F. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES IN AREAS OF
• SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD
The following provisions are required in all Areas of Special Flood Hazard where base
flood elevations have been determined:
(1) No manufactured home shall be placed in a floodway;
(2) All manufactured homes shall be anchored to resist flotation, collapse, or lateral
movement and shall meet the following requirements:
(a) over - the -top ties shall be provided at each of the four corners of the
manufactured homes:
(b) on manufactured homes of 50 feet in length or less, one additional over -
the -top tie shall be provided approximately at the mid point;
(c) on manufactured homes of over 50 feet in length, two additional over -
the -top ties shall be provided at intermediate locations;
(d) frame ties shall be provided at each of the four corners of the
manufactured home;
(e) on manufactured homes of 50 feet in length or less, four additional frame
ties shall be provided at intermediate locations;
(f) on manufactured homes of over 50 feet in length, five additional frame
ties shall be provided at intermediate locations;
(g) all components of the anchoring system for manufactured homes shall
• be capable of carrying a force of 4800 pounds without sustaining
permanent damage.
(3) For new manufactured home developments; expansions to existing
manufactured home developments; existing manufactured home developments
where repair, reconstruction, or improvement of the streets, utilities, or building
pads in which the cost of repair, reconstruction, or improvement exceeds half of
the value of the streets, utilities, and building pads before the repair, etc. has
commenced; and for manufactured homes not placed in a manufactured home
development, the following are required:
(a) stands or lots shall be elevated on compacted fill or on pilings such that
the lowest floor of the manufactured home will be above the base flood
elevation and the elevation of the center of the stand shall be no more
than one foot below the base flood elevation. Certification that this
standard has been satisfied shall be submitted to the Administrator; said
certification shall bear the dated seal and signature of a registered pro-
fessional engineer or registered public surveyor on the form provided by
the Administrator.
(b) adequate surface drainage and access for a hauler shall be provided.
(c) if a manufactured home is elevated on pilings:
(i) lots shall be large enough to permit steps;
(ii) piling foundations shall be placed in stable soil no more than ten
feet apart;
(iii) reinforcement shall be provided for pilings more than six feet
• above the existing or finished ground level.
G. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR FLOODWAYS
• Located within Areas of Special Flood Hazard established in Section 5 -13 are areas desig-
nated as floodways. The floodway is an extremely hazardous area due to the velocity of
flood waters which carry debris, potential projectiles, and the potential for erosion; there-
fore, the following provisions shall be required:
(1) Encroachments shall be prohibited, including fill, new construction, substantial
improvements of existing construction, structures, manufactured homes, or other
development. Variances requested on this standard shall be accompanied by a
complete engineering report fully demonstrating that the encroachments shall not
result in any increase in water surface elevation or flood hazard upstream, within,
or downstream of the encroachment location. The engineering report shall
conform to the requirements of the Drainage Policy and Design Standards and
shall bear the dated seal and signature of a registered professional engineer;
(Ordinance No. 1728 of October 22, 1987)
(2) Exemptions for the requirements of Section 5 -G may be made in the following
cases:
(a) Customary and incidental routine grounds maintenance, landscaping and
home gardening which does not require a building permit, zone change
request, or variance from the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance;
(b) Emergency repairs of a temporary nature made on public or private prop-
erty which are deemed necessary for the preservation of life, health, or
property, and which are made under such circumstances where it would
be impossible or impracticable to obtain a development permit.
(c) Temporary excavation for the purpose of maintaining, or repairing any
• public street, public utility facility, or any service lines related thereto;
(Ordinance No. 1740 of February 25, 1988)
(3) All new construction or substantial improvements of existing construction shall be
subject to the methods of flood hazard reduction outlined in Section 5.
(Ordinance No. 1728 of October 22, 1987)
(4) When a regulatory floodway has not been designated, no new construction, sub-
stantial improvements, or other development, including fill, shall be permitted
within zones designated AI -A30 and AE on the community's FIRM, unless it is
demonstrated that the cumulative effect of the proposed development, when
combined with all other existing and anticipated development, will not increase
the water surface elevation of the base flood more than one foot at any point
within the community.
(Ordinance No. 1740 of February 25, 1988)
H. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR AREAS OF SHALLOW FLOODING
Located within the Areas of Special Flood Hazard established in Section 5 -13 are areas
designated as Areas of Shallow Flooding. These areas have special flood hazards
associated with base flood depths of 1 to 3 feet where a clearly defined channel does not
exist and where the pathway of flood waters is indeterminate and unpredictable;
therefore, the following provisions shall be required:
(Ordinance No. 1728 of October 22, 1987)
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(1) All new construction or any substantial improvement of any residential structure
• shall have the lowest floor, including basements, elevated at least one foot above
the depth number specified on the community's FIRM.
(Ordinance No. 1740 of February 25, 1988)
(2) All new construction or any substantial improvement of any commercial,
industrial, or other non - residential structure shall either:
(Ordinance No. 1728 of October 22, 1987)
(a) Have the lowest floor, including basements, elevated at least one foot
above the depth number specified on the community's FIRM; or
(Ordinance No. 1740 of February 25, 1988)
(b) the structure with its attendant utility and sanitary facilities shall be flood -
proofed so that the structure and utility and sanitary facilities shall be
watertight and impermeable to the intrusion of water in all areas below
the base flood elevation, and shall resist the structural loads and
buoyancy effects from the hydrostatic and hydrodynamic conditions.
Certification that this standard has been satisfied shall bear the dated
seal and signature of a registered professional engineer on the form
provided by the Administrator.
(Ordinance No. 1728 of October 22, 1987)
(3) Adequate drainage paths to guide floodwaters around and away from proposed
structures shall be provided for all proposed structures on slopes in Zones AH or
AO.
• (Ordinance No. 1740 of February 25, 1988)
SECTION 6: VARIANCES
A. GENERAL
The Zoning Board of Adjustments may authorize a variance to the provisions and
requirements of this chapter when, in their opinion, undue hardship on the owner
will result from strict compliance with those requirements, and when either of the
following criteria are met:
(1) There are special circumstances or condition affecting the land involved
such that strict compliance with the provisions and requirements of this
chapter will deprive the applicant of the reasonable use of his land; or,
(2) The variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a
substantial property right of the applicant; or,
(3) Variances may be issued for the reconstruction, rehabilitation, or
restoration of structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places
or the State Inventory of Historic Places, without regard to the
procedures set forth in the remainder of this section.
(Ordinance No. 2277 of November 13, 1997)
B. PREREQUISITES FOR GRANTING OF VARIANCES
Upon consideration of the factors noted above, the specific provisions and requirements
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f this chapter, and the intent of this chapter, the Board may grant variances subject to
• the following prerequisites:
(1)
A variance shall only be granted upon a determination that the variance is the
minimum necessary, considering the flood hazard, or potential flood damage, to
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afford relief to the applicant;
(2)
The effect of the variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
welfare, or injurious to other property in the City;
(3)
The effect of the variance will not increase water surface elevations, flow
velocities, or alter drainage pathways to the extent that there will be any threat to
public safety, extraordinary public expense, increase in nuisance flooding, or be
detrimental to other portions of the major or minor drainage systems;
(4)
The effect of the variance will not prevent the orderly subdivision of other land,
upstream or downstream of the subject property, in the City, and;
(5)
No variance shall be allowed within any designated floodway if any increase in
water surface elevation would occur during the base flood discharge.
(6)
Variances may be issued for new construction and substantial improvements and
for other development necessary for the conduct of a functionally dependent use
provided that (i) the criteria and procedures outlined in this Section for obtaining
a variance are met, and (ii) the structure or other development is protected by
methods that minimize flood damage during the base flood and create no
additional threats to public safety.
C. VARIANCE PROCEDURES
The granting of variances shall be subject to and in conformance with the following
procedures and requirements:
(1)
The Zoning Board of Adjustments shall hear and render judgment on any
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requests for variances from the requirements of this chapter.
(2)
The Administrator shall maintain a record of all actions involving appeals, and
variance requests, and shall report all variances to the requirements of this
chapter to the Federal Insurance Administration upon request.
(3)
Upon consideration of the above criteria, and prerequisites, and the intent of this
chapter, the Board may attach such conditions to the granting of any variance as
it deems necessary to further the purpose and objectives of this chapter.
(4)
All requests for variance shall be judged solely on the merits and special
conditions of the case. The granting of a variance based upon the facts and
evidence of one request for variance shall have no bearing on the consideration
of any other request for variance.
(5)
Before consideration by the Board, a formal request for variance shall be
submitted to the office of the Administrator. The request shall contain sufficient
information to:
(a) define specifically which provision or requirement according to this
chapter that allegedly causes the undue hardship;
(b) detail specifically what measures shall be taken to obtain the minimum
relief from said hardship;
(c) define specifically the effects of the variance in terms of water surface
elevations, flood velocities, etc. which pertain to the prerequisites
required by this chapter; and
• (d) identify any special conditions which should be considered as criteria for
granting said variance.
• After review of the request, the Administrator may require additional information
which he /she deems necessary to fully document the prerequisites required by
this chapter for the granting of a variance. This information shall be provided by
the applicant prior to placement of the variance request on the agenda for
consideration by the Board.
(6) Any applicant to whom a variance is granted shall be given written notice that the
structure will be permitted to be built with a lowest floor elevation no more than 3
feet below the base flood elevation, and that the cost of flood insurance will be
commensurate with the increased risk resulting from the reduced lowest floor ele-
vation.
(7) Any person or persons aggrieved by the decision of the Zoning Board of Adjust-
ments may appeal such decision to the courts of competent jurisdiction.
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Presentation,
discussion on
member of th
Commission
Comprehensive
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possible action and
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
Planning & Development Services
1101 Texas Avenue South, PO Box 9960
College Station, Texas 77842
Phone 979.764.3570 / Fax 979.764.3496
MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 23, 2006
TO: Members of the Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Jennifer Prochazka, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) Appointment
The City of College Station is in the beginning stages of updating its Comprehensive Plan. The
Comprehensive Plan is a statement of the Community's vision for the future and a guide for future
City growth.
As part of the planning process, a Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) will be
• formed to provide valuable information and feedback to the consulting team and City staff.
The CPAC will consist of representatives from several of the City's boards and commissions as
well as City Council appointed citizens and representatives from intergovernmental agencies.
The CPAC will meet on a monthly basis during the evening. It is anticipated that the
Comprehensive Plan Update will be completed in Spring 2008.
Staff requests that you appoint a member of the Planning & Zoning Commission to serve on the
Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee.
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Consent Agenda 3.1
Presentation, possible action, and
discussion on a Master Plan for Great
Oaks consisting of 224.5 acres located
at Rock Prairie Road West and Great
Oaks Drive in the City's Extra-
territorial Jurisdiction.
500104 (CH/JN)
Case #06-
• Project Manager: Crissy Hartl STAFF REPORT Report Date: June 2, 2006
Email: chartl @cstx.gov Meeting Date: June 15, 2006
Project Number: 06- 00500104
Item: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Master Plan for Great
Oaks consisting of 224.5 acres located at Rock Prairie Road West and Great
Oaks Drive in the City's Extra- territorial Jurisdiction.
Applicant: Steve Arden, Project Manager
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of the Master Plan.
ETJ Plats - Brazos County's comments and recommendations: NA
Item Summary: This item is for consideration of a Master Plan for a single family
residential development of 224.5 acres, which is required for all subdivisions
proposed in more than one phase and containing more than 50 acres of land or
more than 100 residential units. The plan includes seven phases of
development, including one developed phase.
Comprehensive Plan Considerations: The Land Use Plan projects Rural
• Density Residential for this area, but the City has no authority over land use in
the ETJ. This portion of Rock Prairie Road West is shown as a future minor
arterial on the Thoroughfare Plan.
Item Background: A Master Preliminary Plat was approved for this development
in June 2000. Phase I received final plat approval in September 2000, and was
developed shortly after. Master Preliminary Plats are effective for one year, and
may be extended with the approval of each final plat. The last action taken on
this development was the approval of the Phase I Final Plat; therefore, the
Master Preliminary Plat has expired.
Since that time, the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) was adopted in 2003
and now requires all major subdivisions that will be developed in more than one
phase and contain more than 50 acres, or more than 100 residential units to
have an approved Master Plan. This request is in compliance with the City's
subdivision regulations and UDO.
Budgetary & Financial Summary: NA
Related Advisory Board Recommendations: Since the property is in the ETJ,
the Parks and Recreation Board does not review this Master Plan.
•
Commission Action Options: The Commission has final authority over the
Master Plan. The options regarding the Master Plan are:
■ Approval
■ Denial
Supporting Materials:
1. Small Area Map (SAM) and Aerial Map
2. Application
3. Copy of Master Plan (provided in packet)
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FOR OFFICE USErNLY
P&Z CASE NO.:
DATE SUBMITTED:
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WASTER PLAN APPLICATION
The following items must be submitted by an established filing deadline date for P & Z Commission
consideration.
MINIMUM SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:
X Filing Fee of $400.00.
X Application completed in full.
X Thirteen (13) folded copies of plan. (A revised mylar original must be submitted after staff review.)
X A copy of the attached checklist with all items checked off or a brief explanation as to why they are not.
n/a Rezoning Application if zone change is proposed.
Date of Required Preapplication Conference: May 10, 2006
NAME OF SUBDIVISION GREAT OAKS SUBDIVISION
SPECIFIED LOCATION OF PROPOSED SUBDIVISION Located in the College Station ETJ on Gandy
Road (Rock Prairie Road West) approximately miles west of F. M. 2154.
• APPLICANT /PROJECT MANAGER'S INFORMATION (Primary Contact for the Project):
Name Mr. Steve Arden, Proiect Manager
Street Address 311 Cecilia Loop
City College Station State TX Tip Code 77845
E -Mail Address
Phone Number 846 -5735 Fax Number 846-0652
PROPERTY OWNER'S INFORMATION:
Name Dr Lieven J. Van Riet, President, INDIVISA CORPORATION
Street Address 2121 Kirby, Suite 19 SE
City Houston State TX Zip Code 77019 -6064
E -Mail Address
Phone Number Fax Number (713) 652 -4926
ARCHITECT OR ENGINEER'S INFORMATION:
Name McClure & Browne Engineering /Surveying, Inc., Michael R. McClure, P.E.. R.P.L.S.
Street Address 1 008 Woodcreek Drive
City College Station State TX Zip Code 77845
E-Mail Address mikemdMmcdurebrowne.com
• Phone Number §23-3838 Fax Number 693'2554
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TOTAL ACREAGE OF SUBDIVISION: 224.534 Acres
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TOTAL ACREAGE BY ZONING DISTRICT.
NIA f /
1
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TOTAL FLOODPLAIN ACREAGE:
WILL PARKLAND DEDICATION BE MET BY ACREAGE OR FEE ? ( CIRCLE ONE) NIA
(if acreage, please show approximate size and location on plan)
REQUESTED VARIANCES TO SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS & REASON FOR SAME NyA)C-
REQUESTED OVERSIZE PARTICIPATION NIA
The applicant has prepared this application and certifies that the facts stated herein end exhibits attached
hereto are true and correct. The undersigned hereby requests approval by the City of College Station of the
above-identified plan.
"§k4fiature a d V e I prizict'r Date(
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Consent Agenda 3.2
Presentation, possible action, and
discussion on a Final Plat for Crescent
Pointe Phase 2 consisting of seven (7)
lots on 58.15 acres located at 3500
University Drive East in the general
vicinity of Copperrield Parkway and
University Drive, Case #06-500105
(LB/JN)
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STAFF REPORT
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Project Manager: Lindsay Boyer, Staff Planner Report Date: May 17, 2006
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Email: Iboyer @cstx.gov Meeting Date: June 15, 2006
Project Number: 06- 00500105
Item: Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat for Crescent Pointe
Phase 2 consisting of seven (7) lots on 58.15 acres located at 3500 University Drive
East in the general vicinity of Copperfield Parkway and University Drive.
Applicant: Kling Engineering, engineer for the owner, Crescent Pointe Holdings
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of the final plat.
Item Summary: This plat is a final plat for Phase 2 of Crescent Pointe Subdivision in
preparation for office, commercial, and multi - family development in the area.
Comprehensive Plan Considerations: The subject property is designated as Planned
Development on the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The plat includes property
with frontage on University Drive East and Harvey Road, both major arterials, and
Copperfield Parkway, a minor arterial.
This property is part of the 30/60 Small Area Plan which identified this area for Mixed
• Use Development. In 2003, the Mixed Use Study reclassified this area as Planned
Development. The 30/60 Plan listed a variety of uses that would be appropriate in this
area: office, commercial, clean industrial, and higher density single family and multi-
family housing.
Three access easements have been included in Lots 1, 5, and 9 of Block 2 to provide
cross access and the consolidation of driveways. No access has been granted to
University or Harvey Road.
This plat is in compliance with the approved Master Plan, Preliminary Plat, as well as all
subdivision regulations.
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved both the Master Plan and the
Preliminary Plat at the April 6, 2006. A rezoning on the entire property was approved by
Council on April 27, 2006. The lots being platted have the following zoning districts:
Block 1
Lot 1: A -P, Administrative Professional
Lot 2: A -P, Administrative Professional
Block 2
Lot 1: C -1, General Commercial
• Lot 3: R -4, Multi - Family
Lot 5: A -P, Administrative Professional
• Lot 9: C -1, General Commercial
Block 3:
Lot 1: R-4, Multi - Family
Lot 5: C -1, General Commercial
This plat also includes parkland dedication of 5.05 acres.
Item Background: This property was annexed in 1979 and subsequently zoned M -1,
Light Industrial. Phase 1 of Crescent Pointe was platted in 2005. This plat included 4.2
acres divided into 4 lots at the southwest corner of Copperfield Parkway and Crescent
Pointe Parkway.
A Master Plan was approved on this property in 2003. In 2005, the Master Plan was
approved again after the expiration of the previous plan. This Master Plan has been
submitted for an amendment, as well as a rezoning. Additional development in this area
includes the Citibank, formerly First National Bank, building.
Budgetary & Financial Summary: None.
Related Advisory Board Recommendations: This property was discussed at the
preliminary plat stage by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on March 7, 2006.
• Their recommendation to the Planning and Zoning Commission is for a 5.05 acre park
located in Phase 2, east of Copperfield Parkway on property with frontage on Crescent
Pointe Parkway. Additionally, unless the park is constructed by the developer, an
additional $292 per Dwelling Unit is required in Park Development Fees at the time of
Building Permit.
Commission Action Options: The Commission has final authority over the final plat.
The options regarding the final plat are:
• Approval
• Denial
INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES
Water Service: The subject property is supported by a 12 -in water main which
runs along Copperfield Dr, an 8 -in water main which runs along Crescent Pt.
Pkwy, and a 12 -in water main which runs along SH 30.
Sewer Service: The subject property is supported by an adjacent 8 -in and a
12 -in sanitary sewer main.
Street(s) required for plat: None.
•
Streets /Access: The subject property takes access off Copperfield Dr. and
• Crescent Pt. Pkwy.
Off -site Easements required for plat: Easements may be required for storm
sewer and /or sanitary sewer.
Drainage: The subject property is located in the Carter's Creek Drainage
Basin. The development is required to comply with the City's Drainage Policy.
Flood Plain: None on -site.
Oversize request: See Budgetary and Financial Summary Section.
Impact Fees: None.
Parkland Dedication Fees: See Related Advisory Board Recommendations.
Supporting Materials:
1. Small Area Map (SAM) and Aerial Map
2. Application
3. Copy of Final Plat (provided in packet)
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P &Z CASE NO.:
DATE SUBMITTED:
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FINAL PLAT APPLICATION ti
(Check one) ❑ Minor ❑ Amending ® Final ❑ vacating ❑ Replat
($300.00) ($300.00) ($400.00) ($400.00) ($600,00)
*Includes public hearing fee
The following Items must be submitted by an established filing deadline date for P&Z Commission consideration.
MINIMUM SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:
X Filing Fee (see above) NOTE: Multiple Sheets - $55.00 per additional sheet (6 sheets)
NA Variance Request to Subdivision Regulations - $100 (if applicable)
X Development Permit Application Fee of $200.00 (if applicable).
X Infrastructure Inspection Fee of $600.00 (applicable if any public infrastructure is being constructed)
X Application completed in full.
NA Copy of original deed restrictions/covenants for repiats (if applicable).
X Thirteen (13) folded copies of plat. (A signed mylar original must be submitted after staff review.)
X One (1) copy of the approved Preliminary Plat and/or one (1) Master Plan (if applicable).
X Paid tax certificates from City of College Station, Brazos County and College Station I.S.D.
X A copy of the attached checklist with all items checked off or a brief explanation as to why they are not.
NA Two (2) copies of public infrastructure plans associated with this plat (if applicable).
NA Parkland Dedication requirement approved by the Parks & Recreation Board, please provide proof of approval (if
applicable).
uaxe or i-reappucanon conterence:
• NAME OF SUBDIVISION Crescent Pointe Phase 2
SPECIFIED LOCATION OF PROPOSED SUBDIVISION Lying between F.M. No. 60 (University Drive) and St.
Hwy 30 (Harvey Road) on the east and west side of Copperfield Parkway _
APPLICANT /PROJECT MANAGER'S INFORMATION (Primary Contact for the Project);
Name Klinct Enciineering & Survevinci
Street Address 4101 S. Texas Ave. Suite A City Bryan
State TX Zip Code 77802 E -Mail Address stewartAklingeng.com
Phone Number 979 - 846 -6212 Fax Number 979 - 846 -8252
PROPERTY OWNER'S INFORMATION (ALL owners must be identified. Please attach an additional sheet for multiple
owners):
Name Crescent Pointe Hoidin s Inc. - Emanuel Glockzin Jr. President
Street Address 4500 Carter Creek Parkway Suite 101 City Bryan
State TX Zip Code 77802 E -Mail Address
Phone Number 979 -846 -8878 Fax Number
ARCHITECT OR ENGINEER'S INFORMATION:
Name same as applicant /project manager
Street Address
State Zip Code
• Phone Number
City
E -Mail Address
Fax Number
6/13/D3
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Do any deed restrictions or covenants exist for this property? Yes X No
• Is there a temporary blanket easement on this property? If so, please provide the Volume and Page #
Acreage Total Property 58.15 Total # of Lots 8 R -O -W Acreage none
Existing Use: vacant Proposed Use: combination multi family/ commercial office
Number of Lots By Zoning District 3 / C_1 3 / A/P 2 / R-4
Average Acreage Of Each Residential Lot By Zoning District: NA
Floodplain Acreage none
A statement addressing any differences between the Final Plat and approved Master Plan andlor Preliminary Plat (if
applicable):
n/a
Requested Variances To Subdivision Regulations & Reason For Same: none
Requested Oversize Participation: n/a
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Total Linear Footage of
Proposed Public:
-- Streets
--- Sidewalks
a' Sanitary Sewer Lines
�"- Water Lines
Channels
Storm Sewers
Bike Lanes / Paths
Parkland Dedication due prior to filing the Final Plat:
ACREAGE:
# of acres to be dedicated + $ development fee
# of acres in floodplain
# of acres in detention
# of acres in greenways
OR
FEE IN LIEU OF LAND:
# of Single - Family Dwelling Units X $556 = $
(date) Approved by Parks & Recreation Board
NOTE: DIGITAL COPY OF PLAT MUST BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO FILING.
•
The applicant has prepared this application and certifies that the facts stated herein and exhibits attached hereto are true,
correct, and complete. The undersigned hereby requests approval by the City of College Station of the above - identified
final plat and attests that this request does not amend any covenants or restrictions associated with this plat.
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Consent Agenda 3.3
Consideration, discussion and possible
action on meeting minutes.
June l,2006
0 Workshop Meeting Minutes
June l,2006
Regular Meeting Minutes
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
Planning & Development Services
MINUTES
Workshop Meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday, June 1, 2006, at 6:00 p.m.
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
1200 Foxfire Drive
College Station, Texas
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Acting Chairman Bill
Dennis Christiansen and Marsha Sanford.
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Scott Shafer
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Staff Planners Lindsay Boj
Senior Planners Jennifer Prochata and Fletcher, Pla
Transportation Planner Ken I gle, A City Er
Engineers Carol Cotter and Josh Norton, ct to
Lindgren, Assistant City Attorney Carla binso
Beachy, Assistant Director of.Parks and Recr ti c
• Mark Smith, Director o unication ecky N
Mark Beal.
1. Call the meeting
Nichols.
White and
, Harold Strong,
e Reeves and Crissy Hard,
i ministrator Molly Hitchcock,
ine Gibbs, Graduate Civil
Lance s, Staff Assistant Lisa
or offParks and Recreation Steve
X t cting Assistant City Manager
and Broadcast Media Specialist
to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. AWcussion of cAlWand r jzenda items.
item 3, Cent Agenda Item 3.2, and Regular Agenda items 7 and 9 were
3. Presentatioll1k5si action and discussion regarding proposed revisions to the Parkland
Dedication O Oc r e.
Steve Beachy, Director of Parks and Recreation, gave a presentation regarding the
proposed revisions to the Parkland Dedication Ordinance.
4. Presentation, possible action and discussion regarding an update to the Commission on
the status of items within the P &Z Plan of Work (see attached). (LS)
Lance Simms, Acting Director, presented the updates on the Plan of Work.
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P &Z Workshop Meeting Minutes June 1, 2006 Page 1 of 2
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5. Presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding the P &Z Calendar of Upcoming
Meetings.
* June 22, 2006 — Joint Meeting — P &Z and City Council
* October 18 -20, 2006 — APA State Conference, Corpus Christi, Texas
Lance Simms, Acting Director, reviewed the calendar of u coming events for the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
6. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items — ing and Zoning Member
may inquire about a subject for which notice has not n gi A statement of specific
factual information or the recitation of existing p is ay be Any deliberation
shall be limited to a proposal to place the subje a enda for equent meeting.
Commissioner Strong asked for a future a item re rding educatio N.
Commissioner Christiansen recommended th the onsultant i hired for the
Comprehensive Plan that this person is put on a w p agenda to discuss this item.
Commissioner Reynolds recomm at the topic o c Finance and Development
be moved up on the list for future a
to adurn. Commissioner Sanford seconded the
Lisa Lindgren, Staff Assistant
Planning and Development Services
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
Planning cr Development Services
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
Planning and Zoning Commission
Thursday, June 1, 2006, at 7:00 p.m.
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
1200 Foxfire Drive
College Station, Texas
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COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Acting Chairman Bill
Dennis Christiansen and Marsha Sanford.
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Scott Shafer
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Staff PI e
Senior Planners Jennifer Prochazka an
Transportation Planner Ken Fogle, A
Engineers Carol Cotter and Josh Norton,
Lindgren, Assistant City Attorney Carla
Beachy, Assistant Directorafokarks and R
Mark Smith, Directorjmm%runic,
Mark Beal. AK in
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nnifer Reeves and Crissy Hartl,
dministrator Molly Hitchcock,
an Gibbs, Graduate Civil
:e s, Staff Assistant Lisa
of arks and Recreation Steve
Acting Assistant City Manager
and Broadcast Media Specialist
to order at 7:05 p.m.
Pi
Call meeting to
Prese , possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat - Residential for
Edelwe#F Gartens Phase 12 consisting of 24 lots on 8.19 acres located at
Oldenburg Lane north east of Wellborn Road and State Highway 40. Case #06-
500092 (JR/JN)
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3.2 Presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final Plat for Las Palomas
consisting of 27 lots on 8.79 acres located in the general vicinity of the
intersection at Cain Road and Jones - Butler Road in the City's Extra - territorial
Jurisdiction. Case #06- 500037 (CH/JN)
P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes June 1, 2006
Nichols.
Harold Strong,
White and
Page 1 of 5
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3.3 Consideration, discussion and possible action on meeting minutes.
4 3 November 3, 2005 — Regular Meeting Minutes
❖ February 2, 2006 — Workshop Meeting Minutes
❖ February 2, 2006 — Regular Meeting Minutes
❖ February 16, 2006 — Workshop Meeting Minutes
•S February 16, 2006 — Regular Meeting Minutes
❖ May 4, 2006 — Workshop Meeting Minutes
❖ May 4, 2006 — Regular Meeting Minutes
❖ May 18, 2006 — Workshop Meeting Minu
❖ May 18, 2006 — Regular Meeting Minules
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Commissioner Strong motioned to appr the C
Reynolds seconded the motion, motion Sona
Regular Agenda
4. Consideration, discussion and p ble actio
❖ Ken Reynolds
MID
Commissioner Sanford motioned ap
Christiansen secalloNke motion, m p
Commissioner
for absence from a meeting.
Meeting
request. Commissioner
5. ConsideratiojdWcussiotlWd possible ction on items removed from the Consent
Agenda by o ion a n.
No
Nact' tion, p e act d d iscussion on Variance Requests to the Subdivision
ons, Sect1 2 -I.5 treets, 12 -K.1 General, 12 -J.2 Utility Easements, 12-
itary Sewer ter P , and Section 15 Ownership, and presentation, possible
d d' cussi n a Preliminary Plat for Williams Creek Phases 5, 6 and 7
47 lots 116.15 acres located at 9500 Rock Prairie Road at the south east
corner of s Pra' and Rock Prairie Road. Case #06- 500089 (JR/CC)
Jennifer Reeveaff Planner, presented the Variance Requests and Preliminary Plat and
stated that it i n compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and that no phone calls were
received.
Commissioner Christiansen motioned to approve the Variance Requests as
submitted. Commissioner Strong seconded the motion, motion passed (5 -0).
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Page 2 of 5
• Commissioner Sanford motioned to approve the Preliminary Plat as submitted.
Commissioner Christiansen seconded the motion, motion passed (5 -0).
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7. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Rezoning from A -O
Agricultural Open to A -P Administrative Professional for Harvey Hillsides, Block 1, Lot
31 consisting of 0.69 acres located at 3970 Harvey Road, generally located between
Pamela Lane and Marcy Lane. Case #06- 500093 (TF) I&,,
Trey Fletcher, Senior Planner, presented the Rezoning an ommended denial.
John Vilas, 15 Ranchero, College Station, Texas. r. spoke in favor of the
Rezoning.
Tony Hung, 30 Marcy Lane, College Stati exas. Mr. Hung sp opposition of
the Rezoning.
Brady Brittain, 3001 Durango, College Station, r. rittain spok in favor of the
rezoning.
Commissioner Christiansen to recomm de ial of the Rezoning.
Commissioner Strong seconded a motion (2 -3). Commissioners
Christiansen and Strong were in f r of 1; C missioner Reynolds, Davis
and Sanford oppo a denial.
Commission eynol tinned to a rove the Rezoning. Commissioner Sanford
seconded t e 'on, in n passed (3 ommissioners Reynolds, Sanford and
Davis were in fa f t ion. Coin Toners Strong and Christiansen were in
op ' ' the m
8. lic hearin enta ossible action, and discussion on an amendment to the
'feed Develop Ordi ection 3.1 General Approval Procedures related to
s c notice requ ents. a #05- 500023 (TF)
Trey �er, Senioiff lanner, presented the amendment regarding General Approval
Commissione)hford motioned to approve the amendment as presented for
Section 3.1 eral Approval Procedures. Commissioner Christiansen seconded
the motion, motion passed (5 -0).
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9. Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Comprehensive Plan
Amendment request for the area generally located east of and adjacent to State Highway
6, north of Woodcreek Subdivision, south of Emerald Parkway, and west of Foxfire
Subdivision, from Regional Retail, Industrial R &D, and Single - Family Medium Density,
to Regional Retail, Industrial R &D, Institutional, Office, and Planned Development.
Case #05- 500044 (JP)
P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes June 1, 2006
Page 3 of 5
Jennifer Prochazka, Senior Planner, presented the Comprehensive Plan Amendment
request from Regional Retail, Industrial R &D, and Single - Family Medium Density, to
• Regional Retail, Industrial R &D, Institutional, Office, and Planned Development.
Ken Fogle, Transportation Planner, also gave a presentation regarding traffic issues for
the item.
Chuck Ellison, 302 Holleman Drive East, Suite 76, College Station, Texas. Mr. Ellison
spoke in favor of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
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Lawrence Stewart, 8710 Greenleaf Drive, College S
Brookwater Circle, College Station, Texas; Bill St(
College Station, Texas; Alton Rogers, 9313 Stoneb
David George, 1505 Foxfire, College Station, T
College Station, Texas; Janet Kountakis, 9309 c
Texas; Don Hillriegel, 87045 Appomattox e,
1309 Wilshire, College Station, Texas; Pa a Startzra
Station, Texas; Kay Youngblood, 218 Coll(
1307 Essex Green Drive, College Station, Te is
College Station, Texas; Susan Edmission, 1003
Kim Feldman, 8502 Amethys ourt, College S
Ferguson Circle, College Statio s; Karen Ra
Station, Texas; and Dennis Christi Faulkn
citizens spoke in reference to the mpr Pl
spoke in opposition. The majority the nc
dealing with traffMON&Land connect
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9220 Brookwater Circle,
College Station, Texas;
Di ys, 8800 Sandstone,
A Co th, College Station,
ge Station, as; Ann Hazen,
i, 2009 Oak Trail, College
Station, Texa Raines,
man, 2009 wood Trail,
Circle, College Station, Texas;
Texas; Dou Slack, 2301
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itdinR the item were the issues
of the citizens and Transportation Planner
able the matter and initiate a review of
.g to be brought in front of the Commission at the
X. Commissioner Strong seconded the motion,
ner Christiansen recused himself from the item;
Davis and Sanford were in favor of the motion.
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elkion, possible action, and discussion of a rezoning for 18.9 acres,
e east of and adjacent to State Highway 6, north of Woodcreek
creek & Foxfire subdivisions, and south of Technology Drive, from
)pen and R -1 Single - Family Residential to A -P Administrative
#05- 500073(JP)
This item was not heard due to the Comprehensive Plan Amendment being tabled
until the August 2006 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes June 1, 2006 Page 4 of 5
11. Adjourn.
• Commissioner Strong motioned to adjourn. Commissioner Sanford seconded the
motion, motion passed (4 -0). Commissioner Sanford, Davis, Reynolds and Strong
voted in favor of the motion; Commissioner Christiansen did not vote.
Approved:
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Scott Shafer, Chairman
Planning and Zoning Commission
Lisa Lindgren, Staff Assistant
Planning and Development Services
P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes June 1, 2006 Page 5 of 5
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Regular Agenda 5
Public hearing, presentation, possible
action, and discussion on a Final Plat -
Replat of Whitley Subdivision Lot 3
into 21ots on 1.52 acres located at 1806
-1810 Welsh Avenue near the
southwest corner of Southwest
� Parkway and Welsh Avenue. Case
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• ject Manager: Trey Fletcher Senior Planner Report 1 g y p rt Date. June 5, 2006
Email: tletcher@cstx.gov Meeting Date: June 15, 2006
Project Number: 06- 00500098
Item: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on a Final
Plat - Replat of Whitley Subdivision Lot 3 into 2 lots on 1.52 acres located at
1806 -1810 Welsh Avenue near the southwest corner of Southwest Parkway and
Welsh Avenue.
Applicant: Southwood West, Property Owner
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends approval of the replat.
Item Summary: The property owner is proposing to split Lot 3 into 2 commercial
lots. The resulting lots will be 0.849 acres and 0.672 acres. Shared access
easements are being provided.
Comprehensive Plan Considerations: This replat meets the minimum
requirements of the Subdivision Regulations; however the Land Use Plan
projects this lot for Residential Attached and Floodplain / Streams land uses. The
lot is zoned C -1 General Commercial. The property is located along the west
• side of Welsh which is a Major Collector on the Thoroughfare Plan. No additional
right -of -way is required. Sidewalks are required prior to filing the plat.
Item Background: This parcel was annexed in 1969. The Whitley Subdivision
was platted in 1979.
Budgetary & Financial Summary: N/A
Commission Action Options: The Commission has final authority over the final
plat. The options regarding the final plat are:
■ Approval
■ Denial
INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES
Water Service: The property is served by an 8 -in public water main
which is located across Welsh from the subject property, as well as by a
6 -in public water main fire hydrant stub across Welsh to the property.
Sewer Service: The property is served by a 6 -in public sanitary sewer
main located along the rear property line.
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FOR OFFI E OtjL�J
P&Z CASE NO.: J� (� �V
DATE 5UBM3TTED: '' J
FINAL PLAT APPLICATION
(Check one) ❑ Minor ❑ Amending ❑ Final ❑ Vacating 53"
(M.oa) (:3aa oo) ($400.00) ($"0.00) (seae.cor
1netudes public hearino fee
The Wiowing Items must be submitted by an established filing deadline date for Pt&Z Commission consideration.
MINIMUM SUBMITTAL. REQUIREMENTS:
✓
Filing Fee (see above) NOTE: Multiple Sheets - $55.00 per additional sheet
Variance Request to Subdivision Regulations - $100 (if applicable)
Development Permit Application Fee of $200.00 (if applicable).
Infrastructure Inspection Fee of $600.00 (applicable if any public infrastructure is being constructed)
Application completed in full.
NA Copy of original deed restrictions /covenants for replats (if applicable).
✓ Thirteen (13) folded copies of plat. (A signed mylar original must be submitted after staff review.)
One (1) copy of the approved Preliminary Plat and/or one (1) Master Pian (if applicable).
✓ Paid tax certificates from City of College Station, Brazos County and College Station I.S.D.
A copy of the attached checklist with all items checked off or a brief explanation as to why they are not.
Two (2) copies of public infrastructure plans associated with this plat (if applicable).
rkland Dedication requirement approved by the Parks & Recreation Board, please provide proof of
Dabs of Preapplication Conference:
• NAME OF SUBDMSION IJ J ; AO� ./ &L- r! ,' Uj(15t`.0 n
SPECIFIED LOCATION OF PROPOSED SUBDIVISION (LOT & Bbdk) L04
APPLICANTIPROJECT MANAGER'S INFORMATION (Primary Contact for the Project):
Name Jes
Street Address qQ1 2 - xas z ethle 5urie.C3 City .w0 o
State T Zip Code ? ?J�O E -Mall Address men atued @ tx CVAP r. earn
Phone Number y(o `�5 a) Fax Number
PROPERTY OWNER'S INFORMATION:
Name .21 e
Street Address Gay
State zip Code
E-Mail Address
Phone Number Fax Number _
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Name Xlerr 1:SJr y "CIA
Street Address zQS Orr ii � city _('���IPaP
State — �= Zip Code 920/0 E Address . s� -ha r`&a C Vert rco . rle?`
Phone Number �(o �3(yS Fax Number
8113!03 1 ors
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Is there a temporary blanket easement on this property? if so, please provide the Volume and Page #
Acreage -- 'Total Property _ l; SQ Total # Of Lots �;� R -O-W Acreage
• Existing Use: _dOMQ7pr r i a l Proposed Use: -C& aje2rc;c1
Number Of Lots By Zoning District ;9 / C / ! !
Average Acreage Of Each Residential Lot By Zoning District:
Floodplain Acreage
A statement addressing any differences between the Final Plat and approved Master Plan and /or Preliminary Plat (if
applicable):
Requested Variances To Subdivision Regulations & Reason For Same:
Requested Oversize Participation:
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Total Linear Footage of
Proposed Public:
Streets
Sidewalks
Sanitary Sewer Lines
Water Lines
Channels
Storm Sewers
Bike Lanes / Paths
Parkland Dedication due prior to filing the Final Plat:
ACR
# of acres to be dedicated + $ development fee
# of acres in floodplain
# of acres in detention
# of acres In greenways
OR
FEE IN LIEU OF LAND:
# of Single- Family Dwelling Units X $W = $
(date) Approved by Parks & Recreation Board
NOTE: DIGITAL COPY OF PLAT MUST BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO FILING.
The appkant has prepared this application and c900s that the facts stated herein and exhlb#s attached hereto are true.
correct, and complete. The undersigned hereby mquests approval by the tally of College Stailon of the above - identified
final plat and attests that this request does not 8 any covenants or restrictions assoNated with this plat.
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Date
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Regular Agenda 6
Public hearing, presentation, possible
action, and discussion on an
Amendment to the Comprehensive
Plan - Land Use Plan from Industrial
R &D to Residential Attached and
Regional Retail for 1300 Harvey
Mitchell Parkway FM 2818
generally located south of and
adjacent to Harvey Mitchell Parkway
{ (FM 2818), between Holleman Drive
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STAFF REPORT
• Project Manager: Jennifer Prochazka, Senior Planner Report Date: June 5, 2006
Email: jprochazka @cstx.gov Meeting Date: June 15, 2006
Project Number: 06- 00500087
Item: Public hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion on an Amendment to
the Comprehensive Plan - Land Use Plan from Industrial R &D to Residential Attached
and Regional Retail for 1300 Harvey Mitchell Parkway (FM 2818), generally located
south of and adjacent to Harvey Mitchell Parkway (FM 2818), between Holleman Drive
West and Luther Street West.
Applicant: Hammond Jones Development, agent for Linda Sue Gorzycki, property
owner.
Staff Recommendations: College Station has recently begun the process to update its
Comprehensive Plan. Since this update will be the first holistic review of the
Comprehensive Plan since its adoption in 1997, it is anticipated that there will be
substantial changes to the Land Use Plan. Because of the impending update, staff
recommends that there not be any ad hoc changes to the plan at this time.
Item Summary: This item is for consideration of an amendment to the Land Use Plan
for a vacant tract of land on the south side of Harvey Mitchell Parkway between
Holleman Drive West and Luther Street West. The property to the south is owned by
Texas A &M University. The surrounding area is largely undeveloped and is also
• designated as Industrial R &D on the Land Use Plan. Because a change to the plan in
this area could affect future adjacent land uses, staff believes that a larger area needs to
be studied for the proposed land uses to be acceptable.
There is a considerable amount of floodplain throughout the property. The Land Use
Plan currently designates these areas as Floodplain / Streams. The applicant does not
propose to amend these areas. The City's Development Policies state that there should
be appropriate buffers to transition between low intensity land uses and high intensity
land uses and that multi - family should be coupled with open -space to soften the visual
impact; the location of the existing Floodplain / Streams accomplishes these objectives.
The proposed Regional Retail area is two acres in size and ranges between 100 and
200 feet in depth. The City's Development Policies state that strip commercial should be
avoided (general commercial should have a depth of at least 400 feet). The effects of
strip commercial may be congested traffic conditions, higher accident rates, a reduction
in the carrying capacity of streets and a lesser aesthetic appeal. One of the ways
identified to reduce these effects is to require adequate lot depth for general commercial.
In addition, commercial properties should be located at points of greatest access -
intersections of arterial and / or collector streets. There are no streets intersecting with
Harvey Mitchell Parkway in this area. A commercial property of this size may be more
appropriately designated as Neighborhood Retail.
The Thoroughfare Plan shows Harvey Mitchell Parkway as a Freeway in this area.
• Item Background: The front portion of the property, adjacent to Harvey Mitchell
Parkway, was annexed into the City Limits in 1970. The remainder was annexed in
2002. The property is zoned R -1 Single - Family and A -O Agricultural Open, the holding
• zones at the time of the respective annexations. The Industrial R &D designation was
placed on the property in 1997 with the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan.
Commission Action Options: The Commission acts as a recommending body on the
question of Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The options regarding the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment are:
■ Approval;
■ Denial;
■ Defer Action to a Specified Date; or
■ Table Indefinitely.
Supporting Materials:
1. Small Area Map (SAM) and Aerial Map
2. Application
3. Existing & Proposed Land Use Plan
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT APPLICATION
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(Check all applicable) )A Land Use Amendment 13 Thoroughfare Amendment
P alignment / location
11 classification
The following Items must be submitted by the established deadline dates for consideration:
df Two (2) copies of a fully dimensioned map on 24" X 36" paper showing:
a. Land affected;
b. Present Zoning of property and zoning cjassification of all abutting prop" les;
c, Current land use plan classification an proposed land use plan changes•
d. Current land use classification of abu ng property; L- uNOe t sep
. Current and proposed thoroughfare'al lgnments 6 TR & Ir+ t-�.tmA io,j
(3en* eras location and address of property;
Total acres of property: and
,All applicable Comprehensive Plan Amendment Request form(s) completed in full.
The following information must be completed before an application is accepted for review.
APPLICANT INFORMATION:
(if different from owner, a complete affidavit shall be required)
Name: M "MO#2 Totes DertLOPAe�✓t' E -mall: �► jo 68mm � oN as.cen+
Street Address: 108 W IED [3&st J , S u if e- 2ec
City: /0% 16.1 State:_, Zip Code: '7 P7 54
Phone Number, 5 A Y-6 9'4 - Fax Number Pl —`01-6
PROPERTY OWNER'S INFORMATION:
Name : __LINT Sa e & Xy / E - mail:
Street Address: Fuen+tt Cor{
City; Am S 4 1 W State : ,J "x Zip Code: - 7 l'7 Y
Phone Number: 12-2 Fax Number.
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• COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT REQUEST FORM
The following is required if an amendment to the Land Use Plan is requested. Based on the
nature and extent of the requested amendment, additional studies may be required. Attached
additional sheets if necessary.
Current Land Use Plan Designation: Industrial R & D
Requested Land Use Plan Designation: Residential Attached and Retail Regional as described
on attached map.
Explain the reason for the Land Use amendment: This amendment is necessary to facilitate
the developer's desired use of the Property, which is a mixed -use concept consisting of high
density, medium density, and low density residential, open areas, and retail uses.
Identify what conditions have changed to warrant a change in the land use plan
designation: Since 1997, when the current Land Use Plan was adopted, the City of College
Station has seen its population increase by 40 %, and its actual size increase by 4,000 acres. The
private sector has responded to this growth with a great deal of new development, and so in the
last 10 years we have seen how development patterns have actually occurred, and whether those
patterns comply with the Land Use Plan. For the most part, growth has mirrored the Plan.
However, one area in which the Plan failed to meet its goals is in the area south of Texas A &M
and west of Welborn. The area immediately east of Welborn (and south of Texas A &M) has
always been a mixture of single and multifamily residential heavily populated by college
students. Prior to 1997, very little new housing for college students had been built in the previous
• 20 years, mostly because of the difficulty in obtaining financing for student - oriented dwellings, as
well as the perception by the development community that students were happy to live in older,
substandard housing because it was inexpensive.
All of that changed in the middle to late 1990's. Developers began to realize that students of the
day had grown up in vastly different conditions than themselves and consequently, they were
(and are) a much more discerning consumer than the student of yesteryear. They are now
accustomed to having their own bedroom and bathroom, and they expect amenities such as pools,
computer labs, tanning beds, exercise facilities and game rooms. Further, they are willing to pay
a premium for this type of life -style. Upon this realization, the private sector responded by
developing a flurry of upscale apartment communities designed specifically for college students,
and almost all of these new communities extend south from the University (George Bush Drive)
and west of Wellborn. The Subject site is literally an extension of this pattern of growth.
Thus, it is easy to see why, in 1996 -97, City Planners felt the Subject site seemed a good area to
encourage industrial development given its fairly isolated location, its frontage on a major
highway, and its proximity to the airport. However, since the implementation of the Land Use
Plan, market forces have transformed this area into an area of college student living, so that it is
now populated almost exclusively with the following land uses: 1) University-owned land, 2)
student populated residential, and 3) small retail geared toward students. As an example, the land
directly across the street from the Subject site is used as student apartments and small retail.
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• How does the requested land use designation further the goals and objectives of the City of
College Station Comprehensive Plan? This request furthers the goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan in the following ways:
Land Use Goals and Objectives
Goal #1: The proposed Land Use is located in an area where City infrastructure and services are
readily available and any utility extensions will be at no cost to the city; there is no strip
commercial development proposed; and the proposed land use is appropriate as the current
designation (industrial) is incompatible with existing development across the street from the
Proposed site.
Goal #2: The proposed Land Use intensity is by enlarge low and medium density intensity, with
many areas for open space and community use; the proposed Land Use is a mixture of residential
and non - residential land uses which will support each other with appropriate buffering.
Goal #3: The proposed Land Use will protect the residential development across the street and
nearby by preventing intrusive and incompatible industrial development to be developed on the
proposed site; the proposed Use is a mixed -use development.
Goal #4: All appropriate residents will be informed of the land use decision under consideration
and will be given the opportunity to offer input.
Goal #5: The proposed Land Use will protect the creeks and floodways located within the site,
and will not disturb these natural areas except to cross them as much as the City requires.
Approvals from FEMA and the Corps of Engineers will be required to cross these areas; Base
• flood elevations will be established, wetlands located, and studies to maintain compliance with
the National Historic Preservation Act and the Endangered Species Act will be completed. In
short, the proposed Land Use will be in harmony with the environment.
Goal #6: Not applicable to this project.
Goal #7: The proposed Land Use will allow a great deal of open space for recreation and
preservation — approximately 40% of the site in total acres. The developer is open to discussion
regarding any way this goal may be aptly met.
Goal #S: Not applicable to this project.
Goal #9: Not applicable to this application.
Goal #10. This request is warranted based upon changes due directly to the economic
development which has taken place in this area since the original Plan was implemented. To
approve this request would in essence constitute a review and update of the Plan which is
consistent with this goal.
Housing Goals and Objectives
The proposed Land Use allows for additional supply of housing which shall comply with City
Code, be energy efficient, and upgrade the integrity of the existing housing in the area.
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Communitv Aunearance Goals and Obiectives
The proposed Land Use will include a mixture of uses; a good site design; and will create an
attractive and low- impact use in an area (FM 2818) which is designated by the Plan as a "main
gateway" and a "major corridor." Most importantly, the proposed use will minimize the drainage
impact in an environmentally sensitive area, to a much greater degree than the existing approved
use (industrial) would.
Economic Development Goals and Objectives
The proposed Land Use serves residents needs and is in harmony with the environment and with
the surrounding development patterns. An Industrial use is not.
Transoortation Goals and Obiectives
The proposed Land Use will not cause additional congestion to any of the major arterial routes,
and may actually minimize congestion on some routes, such as Welborn Road. In addition, the
Texas A &M University Shuttle already serves the apartments across the street from the proposed
Site, so to add service to the proposed site will not require additional routes or equipment. Much
of the traffic generated by the proposed use of the land will be between the University and the
site. Since parking on- campus is difficult, most will use the University Shuttle or will bike.
arks and Recreation Goals
Due to the creeks, floodways and other natural features present on the site, the proposed Land
• Use provides a great opportunity to create a beautiful system of open spaces and recreational
facilities on the site. The developer is willing to discuss any number of ways to maximize this
feature, as it will only further the success of the development. Residential development is the
best way to enhance the natural features of a tract of land because, especially as it is proposed
here, it is a low impact use. To allow industrial development on this site, as is currently allowed,
would effectively waste the natural features of this site, since noone would be able to use any
open spaces or recreational facilities which might be created.
Utilitv Goals and Obiectives
The proposed Land Use would use City water and wastewater, and would put into use a pump
station on the north side of the site. Further, the developer will be required extend a wastewater
line from its current location several hundred feet north of the site at its cost, and such line must
cross an adjacent tract of land which is currently not served with wastewater, thus creating 2 new
developable sites at no cost to the City.
Explain why the requested land use designation is more appropriate than the existing
designation. As explained above, the existing land use designation (industrial) was created in
1996 -97, and at the time, it made sense to encourage industrial development in this location
because the site was fairly isolated from other types of development, because of its frontage on a
major highway, and due to its proximity to the airport. However, since the implementation of the
Land Use Plan, economic forces have transformed this area into an area of college student living,
so that it is now populated almost exclusively with residential and retail land uses which are
intrinsically linked to the University. To allow the designation to remain industrial is
incompatible with the existing land uses, and would be detrimental to them.
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• Further, given the sensitive environmental features of this site, only a medium to low impact use
will maintain the integrity of the existing environmental features, as well as provide the
maximum opportunity for citizens to actually enjoy the features. Not even a large "box"
commercial use will provide the environmental safeguards nor allow for maximum usage of the
natural features of the sight.
The Comp Plan itself calls for continuous updating and changing as warranted based upon
changes in economic development growth, population growth and university- related policies and
growth. This request is part of that process which ensures that the Plan remains current. It should
be updated to move industrial uses further away from existing residential uses, and since the City
has added 4,000 acres in the last 10 years, and presumably strives to add more, finding a different
corridor of the city where industrial uses would be appropriate is probably possible.
Finally, the Applicant is aware that the City may be hesitant to take on new requests for amending
the Land Use Plan, given that it is currently beginning a 2 year process to update the Plan. Still,
the applicant is confident that the main factors that drive this request for change to the existing
planned land use, namely (1) the existing approved uses' incompatibility with existing
surrounding uses, (2) the existing approved Uses' incompatibility with the natural environmental
features of the site, and (3) that outside forces (economic and otherwise) have dictated that a new
use be designated for this site that was not apparent at the time the Plan was adopted, are already
in place. To delay a decision which will be based on the same factors in 2 years as it will be
today is at best, contrary to the current Plan's requirement that it be continually updated on an as-
needed basis, and at worst, detrimental to the City since economic factors, such as the price of the
land, may preclude the possibility of a residential development on this land in years. We ask for
your support in this request.
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The applicant has prepared this application and certifies that the facts stated herein and exhibits attached
hereto are true and correct to the best knowledge of the applicant.
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