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June 5, 2025 6:00 PM City Hall Council Chambers
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1. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Consider Absence Request.
2. Hear Visitors
At this time, the Chairperson will open the floor to visitors wishing to address the Commission on issues
not already scheduled on tonight's agenda. The visitor 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.)
3. Consent Agenda
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda, are considered routine by the Commission and will be
enacted by one motion. These items include preliminary plans and final plats, where staff has found
compliance with all minimum subdivision regulations. All items approved by Consent are approved with
any and all staff recommendations. Since there will not be separate discussion of these items, citizens
wishing to address the Commission regarding one or more items on the Consent Agenda may address
the Commission at this time as well. If any Commissioner desires to discuss an item on the Consent
Agenda it may be moved to the Regular Agenda for further consideration.
3.1. Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting minutes.
Attachments: 1. May 15 2025
4. Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the Consent
Agenda by Commission action.
5. Regular Agenda
5.1. Public Hearing, presentation, discussion and possible action regarding an ordinance amending
Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4, "Zoning Districts,” 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 R Rural to CI Commercial Industrial for approximately 19.33 acres
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Planning and Zoning Commission
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at 2855 Graham Road North, generally located at the intersection of Graham Road and Old
Wellborn Road. Case #REZ2025-000003 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the
June 26, 2025 City Council Meeting – Subject to change).
Sponsors: Bekha Blasingame
Attachments: 1. Aerial and Small Area Map
2. Background Information
3. Rezoning Exhibit
4. Applicant's Supporting Information
5. Existing Future Land Use Map
6. Rezoning Map
6. Informational Agenda
6.1. Discussion of new development applications submitted to the City.
New Development Link: www.cstx.gov/newdev
6.2. Presentation and discussion regarding an update on items heard:
• A rezoning of approximately ten acres of land generally located at the terminus of Castle
Rock Parkway from PDD Planned Development District to GC General Commercial, O
Office, and NAP Natural Areas Protected. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this
item on May 1, 2025 and voted (7-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this
item on May 22, 2025 and voted (7-0) to approve the request.
6.3. Presentation and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
• Thursday, June 12, 2025 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00
p.m.
• Thursday, June 26, 2025 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00
p.m.
• Thursday, July 10, 2025 ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, July 17, 2025 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
6.4. Discussion and review regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board and BioCorridor
Board.
7. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items.
A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A
statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any
deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agenda for a subsequent meeting.
8. Adjourn.
The Planning and Zoning Commission may adjourn into Executive Session to consider any item listed
on the agenda if a matter is raised that is appropriate for Executive Session discussion.
I certify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the website and at College Station City Hall,
1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, Texas, on May 30, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
City Secretary
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Planning and Zoning Commission
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May 15, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 1 of 5
Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting May 15, 2025
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Acting Chairperson Aron Collins, Commissioners Marcus
Chaloupka, Tre Watson, and David Higdon
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Chairperson Jason Cornelius, Commissioners Warren Finch and Michael Buckley
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director of Planning & Development Services Anthony Armstrong,
Assistant Director of Planning & Development Services Molly Hitchcock, City Engineer Carol Cotter, Transportation Planning Administrator Jason Schubert, Land Development Review Administrator Robin Macias, Senior Planner Jeff Howell, Staff Planner Bekha Blasingame, Assistant City Attorney II Aaron Longoria, Engineer II Lucas Harper, Administrative Support
Specialist Kristen Hejny, Technology Services Specialists Trey Bransom
1. Call Meeting to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Consider Absence Request.
Acting Chairperson Collins called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Acting Chairperson Collins recessed the meeting at 6:01 p.m.
Acting Chairperson Collins reconvened the meeting at 6:33 p.m.
2. Hear Visitors
No visitors spoke. 3. Consent Agenda
3.1 Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting minutes.
• May 1, 2025
Commissioner Chaloupka moved to approve the Consent Agenda, Commissioner Higdon seconded the motion, the motion passed 4-0. 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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May 15, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 of 5
5. Regular Agenda
5.1 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an ordinance
amending the Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use & Character Map from General Commercial to Urban Residential for approximately 2.752 acres at 2360 Harvey Mitchell Parkway South, generally located south of the intersection of Harvey Mitchell Parkway South and Dartmouth Street. Case #CPA2024-000009
5.2 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion and possible action regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4, "Zoning Districts", 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 GC General Commercial &
OV Corridor Overlay to PDD Planned Development District for approximately 2.752 acres
at 2360 Harvey Mitchell Parkway South, generally located south of the intersection of Harvey Mitchell Parkway South and Dartmouth Street. Case #REZ2024-000024 Public hearings, presentations, and discussions on agenda items #5.1 and #5.2 were held
together.
Senior Planner Howell presented the comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning to the Commission recommending approval of both.
Commissioner Higdon asked if there would be a detention pond on the property.
Senior Planner Howell stated that staff currently have a general layout of the development, while an area has been identified as a detention pond, more details will be provided with the site plan.
Commissioner Higdon asked if there are any guidelines in place for more adequate run-off to Bee Creek. Engineer Harper clarified that with a site plan review, the applicant will release the current
peak flow for the site. Staff does not anticipate seeing any increase in the amount of flow,
as it is mitigated by timing, so that the peak coming from the site would not be exceeded. Commissioner Higdon asked for further information on water mitigation from the development.
Engineer Harper stated that run-off from the development would cross Harvey Mitchell Parkway to the north to Bee Creek through an adjacent tract. Commissioner Higdon expressed concerns for water flow into the Emerald Forest
Subdivision.
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Engineer Harper clarified that all developments are required to follow the BCS Design Guidelines for mitigation.
Commissioner Higdon expressed concerns for flow mitigation near the Brethren Church. Engineer Harper clarified that guidelines have not always been in place in the current form, stating that flood policies regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
have not always been in place. Mr. Harper further clarified that with any new development
there are guidelines in place so that surrounding developments do not feel an increase in flood waters. Director Armstrong reminded the Commission that they are to evaluate and provide a
recommendation on this development’s change in land use and rezoning at this time.
Acting Chairperson Collins asked if there would there be any advantage from a flood perspective for this property to develop as commercial rather than residential.
Engineer Harper clarified that the analysis would be the same on a commercial or
residential development. Acting Chairperson Collins opened the public hearing for agenda items #5.1 and #5.2.
No visitors spoke.
Commissioner Chaloupka asked for the intent of the "Detention Recreation" area shown on the concept plan.
Travis James, Applicant, H2B Inc, clarified that the intent is to use the area for stormwater
detention to mitigate additional run-off. If any area is remaining, an additional recreation area for the development would be developed. Acting Chairperson Collins closed the public hearing for agenda items #5.1 and #5.2.
Commissioner Watson moved to recommend approval of the comprehensive plan amendment. Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion, the motion was approved 3-1 with Commissioner Higdon voting in the negative.
Commissioner Watson moved to recommend approval of the rezoning. Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion, the motion was approved 3-1 with Commissioner Higdon voting in the negative. 5.3 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 of Bugai Subdivision Lot 1, Block 1 of approximately
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4.332 acres, generally located near the corner of WS Phillips Parkway and Barron Cut-Off Road.
Staff Planner Blasingame presented the discretionary item and final plat to the Commission recommending approval of both. Acting Chairperson Collins asked for clarification on the discretionary item request.
Staff Planner Blasingame clarified that the lot does not currently meet the requirements of UDO Section 8.3.H.1.i ‘Lots’, which states that single-family lots cannot take access off a collector.
Commissioner Watson asked for the definition of a collector.
Transportation Planning Administrator Schubert clarified that the roadway classification term “collector” refers to a smaller roadway, a minor collector being the smallest thoroughfare other than a residential street.
Acting Chairperson Collins asked for the notification process on the discretionary item and final plat. Staff Planner Blasingame clarified that notification was not required for this item.
Commissioner Chaloupka asked for clarification on the driveway placement for the development. Staff Planner Blasingame clarified that there is no confirmed access point at this time,
staff will evaluate the driveway placement with the site plan.
Commissioner Chaloupka asked how access to this property will affect future access to adjacent properties.
Staff Planner Blasingame clarified that the property was annexed with two existing drives
not meeting standards. The applicant could choose to create joint access through with a driveway permit and access easement. Acting Chairperson Collins asked for additional clarification on staff’s recommendation of
approval.
Staff Planner Blasingame clarified that the development does have enough frontage for approval of the plat and discretionary item.
Commissioner Watson moved to approve the discretionary item and final plat. Commissioner Higdon seconded the motion, the motion was approved 4-0.
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6. Informational Agenda
6.1 Discussion of new development applications submitted to the City.
New Development Link: www.cstx.gov/newdev
There was no discussion.
6.2 Presentation and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
• Thursday, May 22, 2025 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, June 5, 2025 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, June 12, 2025 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, June 26, 2025 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
There was no discussion.
6.3 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.
Director Armstrong addressed the Commission regarding future date possibilities for
training. 8. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 6:58 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
__________________________________ _________________________________
Aron Collins, Acting Chairperson Kristen Hejny, Board Secretary Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
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June 5, 2025
Item No. 5.1.
The Range College Station Rezoning
Sponsor: Bekha Blasingame, Staff Planner
Reviewed By CBC: N/A
Agenda Caption: Public Hearing, presentation, discussion and possible action regarding an
ordinance amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 4, "Zoning Districts,”
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 R Rural to CI Commercial Industrial for approximately
19.33 acres at 2855 Graham Road North, generally located at the intersection of Graham Road and
Old Wellborn Road. Case #REZ2025-000003 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the
June 26, 2025 City Council Meeting – Subject to change).
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
Diverse & Growing Economy
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of this rezoning request as it is in line with the
Comprehensive Plan.
Summary: This request is to rezone approximately 19.33 acres of land generally located at the
intersection of Graham Rd North and Old Wellborn Road, also adjacent to Union Pacific Railroad and
FM 2154 (Wellborn Rd), from R Rural to CI Commercial Industrial. The tract proposed to be rezoned
consists of an unplatted property and is currently vacant. The property was assigned the zoning
district of A-O Agricultural Open, later renamed R Rural, upon annexation in 1996. This zoning
request is in an effort to allow the applicant to develop the property as a use not currently allowed
under the R Rural zoning district. The applicant’s intent is to develop a commercial amusement use
consisting of a driving range and other entertainment such as outdoor games and snacks. Though
the zoning district of R Rural allows for the use of a driving range, it does not allow for the use of
commercial amusement.
REZONING REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Whether the proposal is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan:
The subject tract is designated as Business Center on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use &
Character Map.
For the Business Center land use, the Comprehensive Plan provides the following:
Areas that include office, research, or industrial uses that may be planned and developed as a unified
project. Generally, these areas need convenient access to arterial roadways.
The intent of the Business Center land use is to accommodate: a variety of large footprint buildings
and commercial and service uses within Business Centers; pedestrian, bicycle, and transit
connectivity to and within Business Centers; and provide buffering through landscaping and building
placement where large-scale employment sites are adjacent to residential areas.
The zoning districts that are generally appropriate within the Business Center land use include:
Business park, industrial, and commercial industrial zoning.
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The proposed rezoning request from R Rural to CI Commercial Industrial aligns with the
Comprehensive Plan.
2. Whether the uses permitted by the proposed zoning district will be appropriate in the
context of the surrounding area:
The subject property is surrounded by the remainder of the original tract to the south, which is zone R
Rural and is currently undeveloped. Properties across Graham Rd N, Union Pacific Railroad, and
Wellborn Rd to the northeast and northwest, are zoned GC General Commercial, C-3 Light
Commercial, BPI Business Park Industrial and PDD Planned Development District. These properties
are currently developed as wholesales/services, retail sales and services, office, medical clinic, and
storage facility, with some of the properties being undeveloped. The proposed zoning district is
appropriate in the context of the area as it would allow for further commercial use adjacent to FM
2154 (Wellborn Road).
3. Whether the property to be rezoned is physically suitable for the proposed zoning district:
The size and location of the subject property is suitable for uses allowed within the CI Commercial
Industrial zoning district. The site has adequate space to meet the minimal dimensional standards
for the proposed zoning district.
The use of driving range is allowed with the following specific use standards:
• a minimum of ten (10) acres and have a minimum field size of two hundred seventy-five (275)
yards;
• be classified as a commercial enterprise and must comply with the Buffer Requirements Section
of Article 7 of the Unified Development Ordinance;
• all balls must remain on the property through proper orientation of the tee boxes, adequate
buffering or screening, and barrier nets;
• no building, structure, or outdoor activity of a driving range shall be located within one hundred
(100) feet of residentially zoned property;
• all ground-level lighting of a driving range's landing area shall be directed away from adjacent
properties and screening shall be provided with plantings, berms, or other means to limit nuisances
associated with lighting and resulting glare.
The commercial amusement use is allowed with the following specific use standards:
• All outdoor activity must be located a minimum of three hundred (300) feet from an existing
residential use.
With the proposed lot having a depth of over 1,200 feet, and a lot width of approximately 630 feet, the
site has adequate space to meet the specific use standards of both uses as set forth in the Unified
Development Ordinance.
4. Whether there is available water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation facilities
generally suitable and adequate for uses permitted by the proposed zoning district:
The existing water and wastewater infrastructure is adequate to support the needs of this
development. Drainage and any other infrastructure required with site redevelopment shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the BCS Unified Design Guidelines. The subject
property is located at the intersection of Graham Rd North and Old Wellborn Road, which are both
identified as local streets, and adjacent to Union Pacific Railroad and FM 2154 (Wellborn Rd), which
is identified as a 3-lane major arterial. Right of Way alignments and dedications would be determined
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during the preliminary plan. After reviewing the TIA exemption letter, city staff and the administrator
have determined that a TIA will not be required at this time.
5. The marketability of the property:
The existing zoning of R Rural is highly restrictive to development. The desired zoning district is more
marketable.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Attachments:
1. Aerial and Small Area Map
2. Background Information
3. Rezoning Exhibit
4. Applicant's Supporting Information
5. Existing Future Land Use Map
6. Rezoning Map
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NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: June 5, 2025
Advertised Council Hearing Dates: June 26, 2025
The following neighborhood organizations that are registered with the City of College Station’s
Neighborhood Services have received a courtesy letter of notification of this public hearing:
None
Property owner notices mailed: 6
Contacts in support: None at the time of this report
Contacts in opposition: 1 – concerns regarding drainage and lighting
Inquiry contacts: None at the time of this report
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use
North General Commercial,
Right of Way, Railroad
PDD Planned
Development District
Graham Rd N (local
street)
South Business Center R Rural Undeveloped
East Right of Way, Railroad R Rural
Union Pacific
Railroad, FM 2154 (3
- lane major arterial)
West Business Center R Rural, BPI Business
Park Industrial Undeveloped
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexation:1996
Zoning:A-O Agricultural Open upon annexation
A-O Agricultural Open renamed to R Rural (2013)
Final Plat:The property is currently unplatted.
Site development:The property is currently undeveloped.
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REZONING APPLICATION
SUPPORTING INFORMATION
THE RANGE COLLEGE STATION (REZ2025-000003)
Name of Project:
Address:
2855 GRAHAM RD N
Legal Description:
A005401, R STEVENSON (ICL), TRACT 29, 166.0941 ACRES
Total Acreage:
19.33
Applicant::
RME CONSULTING ENGINEERS
Property Owner:
H&H OPERATIONS LLC
List the changed or changing conditions in the area or in the City which make this zone change necessary.
The desired zoning change would allow for the development of a driving range facility with an entertainment venue (including food and beverage services).
Indicate whether or not this zone change is in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan. If it is not, explain why the Plan is incorrect. Yes. The proposed CI (Commercial Industrial) conforms to the current Land Use (Business Center).
How will this zone change be compatible with the present zoning and conforming uses of nearby property and with the character of the neighborhood? The current zoning is “R” rural which would allow for the development of a driving range. However, with an entertainment venue (including food and beverage services) a zoning change is mandated.
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Explain the suitability of the property for uses permitted by the rezoning district requested. The proposed development is a compatible fit for the existing uses adjacent and comparable to the surrounding existing developments, both existing and future, which generally adhere to the Future Land Use Designation (Business Center).
Explain the suitability of the property for uses permitted by the current zoning district.
The proposed development is a compatible fit for the existing uses adjacent and comparable to the surrounding existing developments, both existing and future, which generally adhere to the Future Land Use Designation
(Business Center).
Explain the marketability of the property for uses permitted by the current zoning district. With the current zoning “R” the property is designated with a land use that is not in adherence to the Future Land Use Designation (Business Center). Development of the property would be highly restrictive with this current zoning.
List any other reasons to support this zone change. Development of the proposed project will incorporate a 100’ wide buffer zone along a portion of its southwest boundary and all its southeast boundary.
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