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Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting November 3, 2022, 6:00 p.m.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairperson Dennis Christiansen, Commissioners Jason
Cornelius, Bobby Mirza, William Wright, Mark Smith, Melissa McIlhaney, and Thomas Jackson
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Councilmembers Dennis Maloney and John Nichols CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director of Planning and Development Services Michael Ostrowski,
Assistant Director of Planning and Development Services Molly Hitchcock, City Engineer Carol
Cotter, Assistant City Engineer Erika Bridges, Transportation Planning Coordinator Jason Schubert, Long Range Planning Administrator Alyssa Halle-Schramm, Land Development Review Administrator Anthony Armstrong, Senior Planner Jeff Howell, Staff Planners Matthew Ellis, Naomi Sing, Graduate Engineer II Katherine Beaman-Jamael, Assistant City Attorney II
Leslie Whitten, Administrative Support Specialist Kristen Hejny, and Technology Services
Specialist Trey Bransom 1. Call Meeting to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Consider Absence Request.
Chairperson Christiansen called the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Impact Fee
Advisory Committee meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Hear Visitors
No visitors spoke. 3. Consent Agenda
3.1 Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting minutes.
• October 20, 2022
Commissioner Smith motioned to approve the Consent Agenda, Commissioner Mirza seconded the motion, motion passed (7-0).
4. Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the Consent Agenda by Commission Action. No items were removed.
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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 PDD Planned Development District to PDD Planned Development District to amend the Concept Map for
approximately five acres located at 404 Harvey Mitchell Parkway South generally located
east of the Memorial Cemetery Park. Case #REZ2022-000018 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the November 21, 2022 City Council meeting – Subject to change).
Administrator Armstrong presented the Rezoning to the Commission recommending
approval. Commissioner Jackson asked if there was a change to the parking requirements within this development.
Administrator Armstrong explained that the text of the PDD is remaining untouched, there is no change to the base PDD or parking requirements. Commissioner Mirza asked if the structure received approval from the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA).
Administrator Armstrong clarified that the development is four-stories based on FAA regulations.
Applicant, Daniel Beamon, Beamon Engineering, was available to address the
Commission. Commissioner Jackson asked about bicycle and pedestrian access to the development.
Mr. Beamon stated that there is a proposed multi-use path included in the original PDD
with a connection to the multi-use path connecting to the diverging diamond interchange. Chairperson Christiansen opened the public hearing.
No visitors spoke.
Chairperson Christiansen closed the public hearing. Commissioner McIlhaney motioned to recommend approval of Concept Map
Amendment, Commissioner Cornelius seconded the motion, the motion passed (7-0).
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5.2 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan by amending the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways
Master Plan to remove a portion of a planned multi-use path along Lick Creek Tributary
10 between Rock Prairie Road and Double Mountain Road, generally located by 5604 Rock Prairie Road. Case #CPA2022- 000008 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the November 21, 2022 City Council meeting – subject to change).
Coordinator Schubert presented the Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the
Commission recommending denial. Chairperson Christiansen asked for confirmation that the multi-use path has been on Comprehensive Plan since 2010.
Coordinator Schubert confirmed that the path was included in the development of the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Master Plan in 2010. Chairperson Christiansen asked if the multi-use path was removed, would the next possible
connection to Rock Prairie Road be a connection of the extension of Double Mountain
Road, possibly containing bicycle facilities. Coordinator Schubert confirmed that Double Mountain Road would eventually extend to connect to Rock Prairie Road, however, only thoroughfares have bicycle facilities.
Commissioner McIlhaney asked why this item was being presented to the Commission. Coordinator Schubert clarified that this multi-use path was on the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Master Plan and was shown on the original approved PDD
Concept Plan, which obligates the developer to construction of the path. Mr. Schubert
explained that because this is an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, it must go before the Commission. Commissioner Jackson commented that it was not clear why the path is not desired. Mr.
Jackson also commented on the amount of detail for this Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
Commissioner Smith asked if the applicant went through any process to relocate the path. Coordinator Schubert stated that the alignment for the path connecting Rock Prairie Road
and Double Mountain Road is along a natural corridor.
Commissioner Cornelius asked for a timeline for the extension of Double Mountain Road and the multi-use path.
Coordinator Schubert stated that the area in which the multi-use path is to be constructed
is common area that is part of an approved platting phase so the path must be constructed.
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The extension of Double Mountain Road has not been platted so there is no timeline on its construction.
Commissioner McIlhaney asked for the zoning of the property prior to the PDD. Coordinator Schubert confirmed that the property was zoned R Rural.
Applicant, Joe Schultz, Schultz Engineering, presented to the Commission and was
available to answer questions. Chairperson Christiansen clarified that the extension of Double Mountain Road is not going to happen any time soon.
Mr. Schultz stated that the construction of the road is out of the applicant’s hand. Commissioner Jackson asked for the relative certainty of the extension Double Mountain Road being built wider with a bigger path.
Mr. Schultz stated that Double Mountain Road would be built to City standards. Commissioner Smith asked if the Comprehensive Plan could show a rerouting of the multi- use path to be built at a later date in a different location.
Coordinator Schubert stated that there is no obligation for this development to occur and would build out as private development builds out. Mr. Schubert also stated that there would be block length standards for connectivity.
Chairperson Christiansen asked if staff could require an 8 to 10-foot sidewalk be built on
one side of Double Mountain Road when it is constructed. Coordinator Schubert stated that as a collector, Double Mountain Road would have bike lanes in the street when constructed.
Commissioner Jackson stated the need to have a bike path and area for runners. Property Owner, Wallace Phillips, was available to address the Commission stating that when they moved the house site they did not realize impact of the house to the existing
trees and with the pool, the fence by the path would be in a low area. Mr. Phillips stated
that they are willing to put additional sidewalks on Rock Prairie Road. Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Advisory Board Member Jansen was available to provide the Board’s recommendation for denial, citing safety, a desire for cyclists to ride
through nature, not enough bikeways in town, a fencing option for the homeowner, and
that the request was an issue of the good of the many versus the good of the one.
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Chairperson Christiansen asked if the Board considered the drainage and tree removal issues.
Board Member Jansen stated that the Board did hear the arguments but were not capable of judging and did not receive any environmental impact study. Commissioner Jackson asked for the materials that would be used to construct the path.
Board Member Jansen did not know about the construction of the path but stated that many people utilize the Lick Creek multi-use path that this would connect to. Chairperson Christiansen opened the public hearing.
No visitors spoke. Chairperson Christiansen closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Smith expressed concerns for eliminating the path instead of proposing an
alternative. Commissioner McIlhaney stated that this need does not meet the standard to make the change.
Commissioner Mirza expressed concerns with the uncertainty of the extension of Double Mountain Road. Commissioner Wright expressed support for staff’s recommendation.
Commissioner Jackson stated he would like a new solution but would support staff’s recommendation. Commissioner Cornelius expressed concerns for removing the path from the
Comprehensive Plan.
Chairperson Christiansen asked if the applicant and City have gone through alternative options.
Coordinator Schubert stated that this path has been on the rezoning, concept plan, and plan
designed for this phase of subdivision. Mr. Schultz stated that the developer has no additional alternatives.
Commissioner McIlhaney shared concerns for removing the multi-use path.
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Commissioner Cornelius asked for clarification that a path must be constructed, the location is not specific.
Coordinator Schubert confirmed that there is a path planned, however, the location can be altered. Commissioner Smith motioned to recommend denial of Comprehensive Plan
Amendment, Commissioner McIlhaney seconded the motion. There was general discussion amongst the Commission regarding the applicant looking at other solutions.
The motion passed (7-0). Public Hearing, presentation, and discussion on Regular Agenda Items #5.3 and #5.4 were held together.
5.3 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action to consider a Comprehensive
Plan Amendment to expire the East College Station Transportation Study, Central College Station Neighborhood Plan, Eastgate Neighborhood Plan, Southside Area Neighborhood Plan, and South Knoll Neighborhood Plan, to amend the Planning Areas description within Chapter 2. Distinctive Places, and to amend the Comprehensive Plan – Planning Area Map
to remove the aforementioned plans. Case #CPA2022-000010 (Note: Final action of this
item will be considered at the November 10, 2022 City Council meeting – subject to change). 5.4 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an ordinance
amending Appendix A, “Unified Development Ordinance,” Article 7, “General
Development Standards,” Section 7.3.C “Dimensions, Access, and Location,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, regarding the allowable location for single-family parking. Case #ORDA2022-000010 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the November 10, 2022 City Council meeting – subject to change).
Planner Sing presented the Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Ordinance Amendment to the Commission recommending approval. Commissioner Mirza asked if there were any changes in parking requirements.
Planner Sing stated that the only parking changes were to the allowable location of single- family parking within Redevelopment Areas. Commissioner Smith asked for the process for dealing with future issues when a plan has
been sunset.
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Planner Sing stated that there is always the opportunity for an updated plan if deemed necessary, and there are other means of addressing issues.
Commissioner Smith asked if neighborhoods are okay with sunsetting plans. Planner Sing stated that staff have not received any inquiries against sunsetting plans.
Commissioner McIlhaney clarified that according to the Small Area Plan Audit, some
actions did not move forward due to lack of neighborhood interest. Planner Sing confirmed.
Chairperson Christiansen opened the public hearing.
No visitors spoke. Chairperson Christiansen closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Christiansen motioned to recommend approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment to expire the stated plans, amend the planning areas description in Chapter 2, and amend the planning area maps to remove the stated plans, Commissioner Cornelius seconded the motion, the motion passed (7-0).
Commissioner Wright motioned to recommend approval of the Ordinance Amendment, Commissioner Smith seconded the motion, the motion passed (7-0). 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, November 10, 2022 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~
Open Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Liaison – Jackson)
• Thursday, November 17, 2022 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
• Monday, November 21, 2022 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~
Open Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Liaison – Smith)
• Thursday, December 1, 2022 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers 6:00 p.m. There was no discussion.
6.3 Presentation and discussion regarding an update on items heard:
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•An Ordinance Amendment regarding a request to adjust sidewalk zones utilized for fee
in lieu of construction and other sidewalk related requirements. The Planning & ZoningCommission heard this item on October 6, 2022 and voted (6-0) to recommendapproval. The City Council heard this item on October 27, 2022 and voted (7-0) toapprove the request.
•An Ordinance Amendment regarding the creation of the Middle Housing zoningdistrict. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on October 6, 2022 andvoted (6-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on October 27,2022 and voted (7-0) to approve the request.
•An Ordinance Amendment regarding the Restricted Occupancy Overlay. The Planning& Zoning Commission heard this item on October 6, 2022 and voted (6-0) torecommend approval. The City Council heard this item on October 27, 2022 and voted(7-0) to approve the request.
There was general discussion amongst the Commission regarding the City Council’s votes.
6.4 Discussion and review regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board, BioCorridor Board.
•None
7.Discussion and possible action on future agenda items.
A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not beengiven. A statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may
be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agenda
for a subsequent meeting.
There was no discussion.
8.Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.
Attest:
_________________________________ Kristen Hejny, Board Secretary
Approved:
___________________________________ Dennis Christiansen, Chairperson Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services