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August 1, 2024 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. July 18 2024
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 GS General Suburban or PDD Planned Development District to GS
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General Suburban and ROO Restricted Occupancy Overlay or PDD Planned Development
District and ROO Restricted Occupancy Overlay, on approximately 32.26 acres being 130 lots
and common area within Woodcreek Section One Subdivision, save and except Woodcreek
Drive from State Highway 6 S to Lake Forest Court S, generally located between Lake Forest
Court S and Stonebrook Drive. Case #REZ2024-000007 (Note: Final action of this item will be
considered at the August 22, 2024 City Council meeting – Subject to change).
Sponsors: Jeff Howell
Attachments: 1. Vicinity, Aerial, and Small Area Map
2. Background Information
3. Rezoning Map
4. Future Land Use Map
5. Original Subdivision Plats
6. Applicant's Supporting Information
7. Petition Committee Members
8. Neighborhood Meeting Materials
9. Petition Signatures
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 boundaries from GS General Suburban to MH Middle Housing and HOO High
Occupancy Overlay for approximately 3.66 acres being all of that certain tract or parcel of land
lying and being situated in the Richard Carter league, abstract no. 8, in College Station, Brazos
County, Texas including portions of Lot 5 and Lot 6 of the D.A. Smith Subdivision as described
by plat recorded in volume 49, page 106 of the Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas, and
subsequent replats of portions of these two lots, within an area generally bounded by Lincoln
Avenue, Nimitz Street, and Eisenhower Street. Case #REZ2023-000051 (Note: Final action of
this item will be considered at the August 22, 2024 City Council meeting – Subject to change).
Sponsors: Gabriel Schrum
Attachments: 1. Vicinity, Aerial, and Small Area Map
2. Background Information
3. Future Land Use Map
4. Rezoning Map
5.3. 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 boundaries from GS General Suburban to MH Middle Housing and HOO High
Occupancy Overlay for approximately 28 acres being all of that certain tract or parcel of land lying
and being situated in the Morgan Rector league, abstract no. 46, in College Station, Brazos
County, Texas, including portions of the Richards Subdivision as described by plat recorded in
volume 137, page 25 of the Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas, and subsequent replats of
portions of it, and generally being the majority of the properties which front on Richards Street,
Crest Street and Sterling Street. Case #REZ2023-000044 (Note: Final action of this item will be
considered at the August 22, 2024 City Council meeting – Subject to change).
Sponsors: Jesse Dimeolo
Attachments: 1. Aerial and Small Area Maps
2. Background Information
3. Future Land Use Map
4. Rezoning Map
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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
6.2. Presentation and discussion regarding an update on items heard:
• An ordinance amendment to amend certain sections relating to certificate of ownership and
dedication. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on July 18, 2024 and voted
(7-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on July 25, 2024 and voted
(7-0) to approve the request.
6.3. Presentation and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
• Thursday, August 8, 2024 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting
6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, August 15, 2024 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, August 22, 2024 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting
6:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 28, 2024 ~ Joint P&Z Meeting with City of Bryan ~ Bush 4141
Community Room ~ 11:30 a.m.
• Thursday, September 5, 2024 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
6.4. Discussion and review regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board and 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 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.
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Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting July 18, 2024
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairperson Melissa McIlhaney, Commissioners Jason
Cornelius, Bobby Mirza, Marcus Chaloupka, Aron Collins, Scott Shafer, and Warren Finch
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Councilmembers Dennis Maloney, Mark Smith, and Bob Yancy
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director of Planning & Development Services Anthony Armstrong,
Assistant Director of Planning & Development Molly Hitchcock, City Engineer Carol Cotter, Transportation Planning Coordinator Jason Schubert, Land Development Review Administrator Robin Macias, Staff Planners Gabriel Schrum and Ashley Klein, Long Range Planning Administrator Christine Leal, Principal Planner Heather Wade, Director of Community
Development Debbie Eller, Community Development Analyst David Brower, Assistant City
Attorney II Aaron Longoria, Administrative Support Specialist Kristen Hejny, and Technology Services Specialist Joel Lopez 1. Call Meeting to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Consider Absence Request.
Chairperson McIlhaney called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Hear Visitors
No visitors spoke. 3. Consent Agenda
3.1 Consideration, discussion, and possible action to approve meeting minutes.
• June 20, 2024
Commissioner Cornelius motioned to approve the Consent Agenda, Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion, the motion passed 7-0. 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. 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,”
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Section 4.2 “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas by changing the zoning district boundary from GS General Suburban to GS
General Suburban and ROO Restricted Occupancy Overlay on approximately 117 acres of
land, being 147 lots within Sweet Briar Addition, Woodland Acres, and College Hills Woodlands Subdivisions, generally located between Lincoln Drive and Dominik Drive along Ashburn Avenue. Case #REZ2024-000013 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the August 8, 2024 City Council meeting – Subject to change).
Staff Planner Schrum presented the rezoning to the Commission recommending approval. Jennifer Desai, Applicant, Sweet Briar, College Station, was available to answer questions and address the Commission.
Nan Crouse, Applicant, College Hills Woodlands, College Station, was available to answer questions and address the Commission. Commissioner Shafer asked for confirmation that part of this area currently has deed
restrictions to address occupancy.
Ms. Crouse was able to confirm that both Woodland Acres and College Hills Woodlands have deed restrictions addressing occupancy.
Commissioner Finch asked for the nature of the opposition.
Staff Planner Schrum clarified that the opposition was more of a holistic opinion on the restricted occupancy overlay, which they felt was a restriction of their property rights.
Commissioner Collins asked for clarification that the opposition was just a general
opposition. Staff Planner Schrum confirmed that the opposition was general in nature.
Commissioner Cornelius asked why the neighborhoods have opted to request an overlay if
there are deed restrictions for occupancy. Ms. Crouse confirmed that Sweet Briar does not have deed restrictions regarding occupancy, stating that this is an opportunity to further protect the neighborhood.
Commissioner Cornelius asked about the 43 no responses to the petition. Ms. Desai clarified that the petition committee tried to get all signatures, however, some homes are owned by trusts, some homes only provided one signature, and time constraints
limited the committee.
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Ms. Crouse also confirmed that some homeowners were not reachable, and some were in the process of selling.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked if this is the first series of neighborhoods under a Neighborhood Conservation land use designation that are requesting a restricted occupancy overlay.
Staff Planner Schrum confirmed that the Greater Southwood area has a Comprehensive
Plan land use designation of Neighborhood Conservation and was recently approved for the restricted occupancy overlay. Commissioner Chaloupka asked if the applicant sees compliance being an issue if the
overlay is approved.
Ms. Desai confirmed that there are no foreseen issues with compliance. Commissioner Mirza asked for the types of homes in the neighborhoods.
Ms. Desai confirmed that the neighborhoods are comprised of single-family homes. Commissioner Collins asked if a single subdivision included in this overlay request could withdraw from the overlay using a similar process, separate from the other two
subdivisions.
Director Armstrong confirmed that a single subdivision could independently withdraw from the overlay if the entire subdivision is included. Chairperson McIlhaney opened the public hearing. Lloyd Davis, College Station Association of Neighborhoods, Pebble Creek, College Station, spoke in support of the overlay.
Joel Cantrell, College Hills Woodlands, College Station, spoke in support of the overlay and addressed questions from the Commission regarding the need for an overlay in addition to deed restrictions. Chairperson McIlhaney closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Shafer motioned to recommend approval of the rezoning, Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion, the motion passed 7-0. 5.2 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 8, “Subdivision Design
and Improvements,” Section 8-9, “Certifications” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
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College Station. Case #ORDA2024-000005 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the July 25, 2024 City Council Meeting - Subject to change.)
Director Armstrong presented the ordinance amendment to the Commission recommending approval. Commissioner Shafer asked if the ordinance would change anything in terms of
maintenance.
Director Armstrong stated that functionally speaking, this ordinance changes nothing City staff does. Chairperson McIlhaney opened the public hearing. No visitors spoke.
Chairperson McIlhaney closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Collins motioned to recommend approval of the ordinance amendment, Commissioner Cornelius 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 an overview of the City of College Station's Housing Action Plan report and its proposed goals, strategies, and actions.
Analyst Brower presented the Housing Action Plan to the Commission beginning with
Goal 1, Strategy 1.
Commissioner Collins stated that based on the median income for a household of four, to qualify for down payment assistance, there is not a supply of housing for that monthly rate in College Station. Mr. Collins noted that the thresholds to qualify for the down payment assistance program would need to be raised, or a supply in housing that falls within the
current threshold, would need to increase.
Analyst Brower clarified that Goal 2 in the presentation will address these issues. Mr. Brower stated that staff is considering evaluating both options in the hopes that interest rates will lower.
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Commissioner Finch asked for confirmation that income limits are federally mandated, not City mandated.
Analyst Brower confirmed that income limits are federally mandated and not City
mandated. Mr. Brower stated that new numbers were received in early summer 2024 and the numbers have increased, however applicants would have to be at the top of the income limit to qualify for the down payment assistance program; staff is hoping to create other alternatives or options through these proposed initiatives.
Chairperson McIlhaney recommended that staff consider changing Goal 1, Strategy 1 to
state “Selectively encourage increased density” rather than “Selectively allow increased density,” to incentivize increased density.
Analyst Brower presented Goal 1, Strategy 2.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked about legislature actions on laws concerning accessory
dwelling units.
Director Armstrong clarified that there were multiple bills centered around accessory dwelling units, however none went through to the Senate floor.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked for confirmation that the current accessory dwelling unit regulations state that there can be one accessory dwelling unit per 25% of the living area
of the main dwelling, with the property owners living on site.
Director Armstrong confirmed the stated regulations were correct.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked how the Housing Action Plan would utilize accessory dwelling unit options.
Analyst Brower stated that staff is exploring encouraging helping a homeowner construct
accessory dwelling units to create a stream of income to help them qualify for a home,
by incentivizing and encouraging accessory dwelling units to be built, that could be restricted to housing for people at or below a certain income. Mr. Brower also stated that staff would be looking at what can be changed in the current regulations to allow more accessory dwelling units.
Commissioner Collins asked for examples of utilizing action item 2, asking if staff has land
in mind, or communities to model.
Analyst Brower stated that staff could model a community such as Pflugerville ISD who went out for a bond to build homes for teachers, to attract teachers to the school district. Mr. Brower also stated that staff would work with different institutions to see if public
land could be used for the same types of purposes.
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Commissioner Collins stated that it is difficult to recruit people to College Station because of affordable home options based on pay scales, asking if this option would benefit fire
fighters, police, and teachers.
Analyst Brower confirmed that it could potentially benefit fire fighters, police, and teachers.
Commissioner Mirza asked if staff has discussed the Housing Action Plan with Texas A&M University because of student housing.
Analyst Brower stated that one of the action items in the plan is to specifically engage with
the university to strengthen existing relationships and create new ones as it relates to housing for both the students and their employees.
Analyst Brower presented Goal 1, Strategy 3.
Chairperson McIlhaney stated that alternative energy efficient methods that surpass code
requirements are typically not cost-conscious options, and asked what methods staff would
propose that are cost conscious.
Analyst Brower stated that builders can achieve costs that are advantageous, if done to scale, stating that the plan would help facilitate that scale.
Analyst Brower presented Goal 2, Strategy 1.
Commissioner Collins commended staff for working on affordable housing options and
asked if there are any methods in place to ensure that there is no disincentive to investing in homes.
Analyst Brower stated that this model shows a 3% to 4% appreciation every year, so their asset is appreciating while they are building equity. For major renovations or
additions, the formula could be adjusted.
Commissioner Finch asked for examples of a best practice.
Analyst Brower stated that Habitat for Humanity in Austin uses this model.
Analyst Brower presented Goal 2, Strategy 2 and Strategy 3.
Commissioner Chaloupka stated that the low-income groups are usually in areas that need
to be redeveloped, however none of this plan encourages a developer to build in those
areas.
Analyst Brower stated that protecting natural-occurring affordable housing is in the Housing Action Plan, there is a density bonus program to redevelop affordable housing by allowing increased density to occur.
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Commissioner Collins stated that this plan seems to be contradictory to the intent of impact fees, asking if staff is concerned with pushback.
Analyst Brower stated that as long as the waiving of fees is in exchange for restricted,
affordable housing, staff has received no pushback so far.
Analyst Brower presented Goal 2, Strategy 4.
Commissioner Mirza asked for an example of client housing programs.
Analyst Brower explained that there are programs where the employer helps the client
access housing in the market, or employers would build and maintain housing for
employees or an organization.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked if Texas A&M University has shown any interest in speaking on the Housing Action Plan.
Analyst Brower stated that off-campus student services and various other groups have
been helpful in getting feedback, as well as receiving survey results.
Analyst Brower presented Goal 2, Strategy 5 and Strategy 6.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked for additional information on weatherization programs.
Analyst Brower stated that weatherization could include replacing a heating and air conditioning unit, insulation updates, or window updates, making a home more energy
efficient.
Analyst Brower presented Goal 2, Strategy 7 and Strategy 8.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked if the Housing Action Plan Implementation Committee would be permanent or ad hoc and asked for the composition of the current Housing Action Plan Committee members.
Analyst Brower clarified that the Housing Action Plan Implementation Committee would
be permanent. Mr. Brower also confirmed that the current committee members are a diverse group comprised of a Texas A&M University student, realtor, and a retired banker, amongst several other backgrounds.
Chairperson McIlhaney stated that it would be valuable to correspond with an upper-level
Texas A&M University representative, and persons with backgrounds in finance and
banking.
Analyst Brower stated that one of the committee members recommended staff correspond with the development community, leading to two meetings with the Greater Brazos Valley Builders Association.
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Commissioner Cornelius commended staff on their efforts and stated that the City of College Station is behind on housing.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked how staff is distributing citizen engagement information.
Analyst Brower confirmed that staff is utilizing neighborhood news outlets, social media, the City’s Public Communications Department, Texas A&M University deans and student organizations, and non-profit partners.
6.3 Presentation and discussion regarding an update on items heard:
• A comprehensive plan amendment for approximately three acres of land located at 116 and 120 Morgans Lane from Urban Residential to General Commercial. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on June 20, 2024 and voted (6-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on June 27,
2024 and voted (7-0) to approve the request.
• A rezoning of approximately six acres of land located at 110, 116, and 120 Morgans Lane from GS General Suburban to GC General Commercial and NAP Natural Areas Protected. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on June 20, 2024 and voted (6-0) to recommend approval. The City
Council heard this item on June 27, 2024 and voted (7-0) to approve the request.
• A rezoning of approximately seven acres of land located at 2542 and 2522 Barron Road from R Rural to GS General Suburban. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on June 20, 2024 and voted (6-0) to recommend
approval. The City Council heard this item on June 27, 2024 and voted (7-0) to approve the request.
• A rezoning of approximately two acres of land generally located at the south corner of Tang Cake Drive and Old Wellborn Road from PDD Planned
Development District to MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy
Overlay. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on June 20, 2024 and voted (6-0) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this item on July 11, 2024 and voted (7-0) to approve the request.
There was no discussion.
6.4 Presentation and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
• Thursday, July 25, 2024 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, August 1, 2024 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, August 8, 2024 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, August 15, 2024 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 28, 2024 ~ Joint P&Z Meeting with City of Bryan ~ Bush 4141 Community Room ~ 11:30 a.m.
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There was no discussion.
6.5 Discussion and review regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board and
BioCorridor Board.
• None
There was no discussion.
7. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items.
A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not 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.
There was no discussion. 8. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m. Approved: Attest:
___________________________________ _________________________________
Melissa McIlhaney, Chairperson Kristen Hejny, Board Secretary Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
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August 1, 2024
Item No. 5.1.
Woodcreek Section One ROO
Sponsor: Jeff Howell
Reviewed By CBC: Planning & Zoning Commission
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 GS General Suburban or PDD Planned Development
District to GS General Suburban and ROO Restricted Occupancy Overlay or PDD Planned
Development District and ROO Restricted Occupancy Overlay, on approximately 32.26 acres being
130 lots and common area within Woodcreek Section One Subdivision, save and except Woodcreek
Drive from State Highway 6 S to Lake Forest Court S, generally located between Lake Forest Court
S and Stonebrook Drive. Case #REZ2024-000007 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered
at the August 22, 2024 City Council meeting – Subject to change).
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
Neighborhood Integrity
Recommendation(s): N/A
Summary: This request is to add the ROO, which is a single-family overlay zoning district, to the
existing base zonings within the Woodcreek Section One subdivision boundaries. The ROO is
intended to provide subdivision-specific occupancy regulations – not to exceed two unrelated
persons per single-family dwelling or accessory living quarter. The ROO Petition Committee,
comprised of Woodcreek Section One property owners, has met all requirements of the ROO
application process. The Petition Committee submitted the application materials including the ROO
petition for the subdivision. When submitting an application, the fifty (50) percent plus one (1) petition
signature threshold of property owners in support of the overlay must be met. City staff were able to
verify that the petition met the signature threshold in support of the requested ROO.
REZONING REVIEW CRITERIA
1. Whether the proposal is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan:
The subject areas are designated as Suburban Residential on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land
Use & Character Map. The surrounding areas to the north are designated as Parks and Greenways
at the location of Woodcreek Park, and Suburban Residential with single-family detached dwellings.
The subject properties are also surrounded by Suburban Residential to the south, east, and west,
with single-family dwellings as well. These subject areas are generally bounded by Lake Forest Court
S to the west and Stonebrook Drive to the east which is an existing 2-lane minor collector and shown
on the Comprehensive Plan’s Thoroughfare Plan.
The Comprehensive Plan discusses single-family overlay zoning districts in both Chapter 3, Strong
Neighborhoods and Chapter 9, Collaborative Partnerships. The plan states that, “various single-
family overlay zoning districts have been created to help mitigate the issues associated with tear-
downs in established neighborhoods. These include the Neighborhood Conservation Overlay, the
Restricted Occupancy Overlay, and the Historic Preservation Overlay.” The plan goes on to state that
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collaboration between the City and Texas A&M University is vital to proactively address issues
caused by the rapid growth of the university and the stressors and potential changes that places on
nearby neighborhoods. Single-family overlay zoning is a tool that a neighborhood can choose for
itself to help address and mitigate perceived, anticipated, and actual changes within an established
single-family neighborhood. While the NCO Neighborhood Conservation and HP Historic
Preservation overlays address and mitigate changes to physical property characteristics, the intent of
a ROO is to address and mitigate issues associated with over-occupancy. As a tool that a
neighborhood can pursue for itself to address issues of over-occupancy and preserve neighborhood
character, the request is aligned 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 areas are generally surrounded by GS General Suburban zoned single-family homes,
except to the north across Shadowcrest Drive, which is zoned GS General Suburban and R Rural
and is currently developed with single-family housing and a park. To the south, the subject area is
also adjacent to PDD Planned Development District and R-1B Single-Family Residential to the east
with single-family homes as well. The single-family uses allowed by the GS General Suburban or
PDD Planned Development District zoning district will remain and the addition of the ROO solely
restricts the number of unrelated persons per single-family dwelling or accessory living quarters to no
more than two unrelated persons.
As stated in the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO):
Single-family overlay districts create an additional zoning district that is superimposed over the
underlying zoning district. Single-family overlay districts are intended to provide additional standards
for College Station neighborhoods. These standards promote residential development patterns and
are intended to protect and enhance desirable neighborhood characteristics, livability, and
harmonious, orderly, and efficient growth and development. The underlying zoning district
establishes the permitted uses and standards and shall remain in effect. The requirements of the
overlay district are to be applied in addition to the underlying zoning district standards.
The ROO overlay standard is as follows:
Occupancy of either, a detached single-family dwelling or accessory living quarter, shall not exceed
two unrelated persons per single-family dwelling or accessory living quarter. Related persons are
specified in Section 11.2 ‘Defined Terms’ in the definition of ‘Family.’ Accessory living quarter
requirements are further specified in Section 6.5 ‘Accessory Uses’ within the standards for ‘Living
Quarters.’
UDO sections 3.3 Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning), 4.1 Establishment of Districts, and 5.11
Single-Family Overlay Districts detail the application process and regulations for single-family overlay
districts and the ROO Process Handbook serves as a policy guide for residents. The process
requires that a subdivision interested in pursuing a ROO form a Petition Committee. That committee
is tasked with leading the effort, organizing their neighbors, hosting a neighborhood-led meeting and
notifying all neighbors of the meeting via certified mail, collecting the petition signatures, and
submitting the completed application and all required materials.
The ROO Petition Committee was comprised of four members: Dwight Allen, Becky Johnson, Karen
Bollermann, and Diane Jennings. The Petition Committee hosted their neighborhood meeting on
April 2, 2024, discussed pursuing the ROO, the overall process, and discussed collecting petition
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signatures. There were approximately 32 attendees at the meeting, 30 were property owners and 2
were residents within the subdivision. City staff were not present at the meeting.
The Petition Committee finished collecting petition signatures and submitted their complete ROO
application on May 31, 2024. City staff verified that the application was complete, that all
requirements were met, and that the ROO petition for the subdivision met the signature threshold.
The verified petition signatures in support of the ROO are as follows:
• Woodcreek Section One: 107 of 130 lots in support (82.3%)
Staff held a required City-hosted neighborhood meeting for this ROO application request on July 8,
2024. There were approximately 10 attendees, with the majority of questions relating to the overall
process and timeline of the ROO application.
3. Whether the property to be rezoned is physically suitable for the proposed zoning district:
The ROO zoning does not affect any of the physical characteristics of the underlying GS General
Suburban or PDD Planned Development District zoning district. The existing subdivisions meet the
dimensional standards for GS General Suburban or PDD Planned Development District zoned
properties as set forth in the UDO and are already developed as a single-family residential
subdivision.
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, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation infrastructure is adequate to support
the needs of these existing developments. No additional development and subsequent impacts are
anticipated from the addition of the ROO zoning designation.
5. The marketability of the property:
The single-family uses allowed by the GS General Suburban or PDD Planned Development District
zoning district will remain and are marketable as single-family residential homes. The ROO only
restricts the number of unrelated persons per single-family dwelling or accessory living quarters to no
more than two unrelated persons.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Attachments:
1. Vicinity, Aerial, and Small Area Map
2. Background Information
3. Rezoning Map
4. Future Land Use Map
5. Original Subdivision Plats
6. Applicant's Supporting Information
7. Petition Committee Members
8. Neighborhood Meeting Materials
9. Petition Signatures
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: August 1, 2024
Advertised Council Hearing Date: August 22, 2024
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:
Shadowcrest
Stonebridge
Property owner notices mailed: 216
Contacts in support: None at the time of this report
Contacts in opposition: None at the time of this report
Inquiry contacts: None at the time of this report
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use
North Suburban Residential,
Parks & Greenways
GS General Suburban,
R Rural
Single-family detached,
Parkland
South Suburban Residential
PDD Planned Development
District, GS General
Suburban
Single-family detached
East Suburban Residential GS General Suburban, R-1B
Single-Family Residential Single-family detached
West Suburban Residential GS General Suburban Single-family detached
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexed: September 1977
Zoning: A-O Agricultural-Open (upon annexation 1977)
Properties north of Woodcreek Drive
o From A-O to R-1 Single-Family Residential (1982)
o R-1 Single-Family Residential renamed to GS General Suburban
(2013)
Properties south of Woodcreek Drive
o From A-O to R-3 Townhouse (1980)
o From R-3 Townhouse to PUD Planned Unit Development (1982)
o PUD Planned Unit Development renamed to PDD Planned
Development District (2003)
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Final Plat:Woodcreek Section One (1982)
o Woodcreek Section One (Amending Plat-1992)
Site Development:Single-family detached and common area
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Name of Project:WOODCREEK SECTION ONE ROO (REZ2024-000007)
Address:1311 ESSEX GREEN
Legal Description:WOODCREEK PH 1, BLOCK N, LOT 3
Total Acreage:35.28
Applicant::
Property Owner:DWIGHT ALLEN
DWIGHT ALLEN
List the changed or changing conditions in the area or in the City which make this zone change
necessary.
The City of College Station community has grown and developed over the years, with attendant factors such as
population
increase, traffic congestion, and commercial encroachment, as well as encroachment of higher occupancy uses
in traditional
single-family residential neighborhoods. All of this has made it more difficult to ensure safe, tranquil, clean and
healthy
residential neighborhoods with enduring character. Unique properties such as the Stonebridge and
Shadowcrest
neighborhoods have grown more desirable, particularly for higher occupancy uses. The Restricted Occupancy
Overlay
(ROO) designation, which allows property owners the option to limit occupancy of single-family dwelling units
and
accessory structures to no more than two unrelated persons (applying the Family standard as defined in Section
11.2 of the
Unified Development Ordinance) within the Property’s boundaries, is necessary to maintain the Property’s
single-family
residential use standard and neighborhood integrity.
Indicate whether or not this zone change is in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan. If it is not,
explain why the Plan is incorrect.
This ROO zone change is in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and with the ROO ordinance passed by
the College
Station City Council in 2021. The ROO designation requested by this Application, if approved by the City
Council, does
not change the existing Residential zoning designation of the Property. A ROO overlay furthers the objectives
of the
Comprehensive Plan by (i) lessening congestion on the streets of the Property, (ii) secures safety from fire,
panic, and other
dangers, (iii) promotes health and the general welfare, (iv) prevents the overcrowding of the Property by limiting
inconsistent high occupancy of single-family residences, and (v) facilitates safe and appropriate traffic within the
Property.
REZONING APPLICATION
SUPPORTING INFORMATION
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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 Property is currently zoned for single-family residential uses and is fully developed with single-family
residences;
again, this rezoning request will not change this existing Residential zoning designation. The ROO designation
will
maintain the Property’s single-family residential use standard and integrity.
Explain the suitability of the property for uses permitted by the rezoning district requested.
The Property is currently zoned for single-family residential uses and is fully developed with single-family
residences;
again, this rezoning request will not change this existing Residential zoning designation. The ROO designation
will
maintain the Property’s single-family residential use standard and integrity.
Explain the suitability of the property for uses permitted by the current zoning district.
The Property is currently zoned for single-family residential uses and is fully developed with single-family
residences;
again, this rezoning request will not change this existing Residential zoning designation. The ROO designation
will
maintain the Property’s single-family residential use standard and integrity.
Explain the marketability of the property for uses permitted by the current zoning district.
The Property is fully developed and is currently robustly marketed as single-family residences. Sales and leases
of single
family residences occur frequently throughout the Property.
List any other reasons to support this zone change.
A ROO designation for the Property is consistent with and supports Stonebridge’s and Shadowcrest’s current
neighborhood
Covenants and Restrictions which contain single-family residential use and limited occupancy standards and
restrictions.
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August 1, 2024
Item No. 5.2.
Area OO City Initiated Rezoning to MH Middle Housing with a HOO High Occupancy Overlay
Sponsor: Gabriel Schrum
Reviewed By CBC: Planning & Zoning Commission
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 boundaries from GS General Suburban to MH Middle Housing and HOO
High Occupancy Overlay for approximately 3.66 acres being all of that certain tract or parcel of land
lying and being situated in the Richard Carter league, abstract no. 8, in College Station, Brazos
County, Texas including portions of Lot 5 and Lot 6 of the D.A. Smith Subdivision as described by
plat recorded in volume 49, page 106 of the Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas, and
subsequent replats of portions of these two lots, within an area generally bounded by Lincoln
Avenue, Nimitz Street, and Eisenhower Street. Case #REZ2023-000051 (Note: Final action of this
item will be considered at the August 22, 2024 City Council meeting – Subject to change).
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
• Good Governance
• Neighborhood Integrity
• Diverse & Growing Economy
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval of this request conditioned on the construction of
an approved access drive or turnaround, that meets Fire Department standards, be provided within
100 feet of the terminus of Avenue A. This can also be achieved by the extension of Avenue A to
Eisenhower Street, Nimitz Street, or Ash Street.. These conditions are necessary to ensure adequate
Fire and Sanitation access with the potential increase in density allowed by the proposed zoning.
Summary: As part of the second phase of the City-initiated rezonings to middle housing, this area
was identified as appropriate for MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay but needed
to be surveyed prior to moving forward. This is due to the area not being subdivided and/or the need
to be resurveyed. This area was also previously considered and determined to be appropriate for
rezoning to MH Middle Housing by a working group of neighborhood and development community
representatives, the Planning and Zoning Commission, and the City Council. Public engagement
sessions were held earlier this year in February and March to receive additional feedback prior to
moving forward with the survey work necessary.
After receiving the completed survey and considering the rezoning criteria, City staff has determined
that this area is appropriate for rezoning to MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay
and are recommending approval. The HOO High Occupancy Overlay would allow the shared housing
use as long as the property met the requirements for that use.
REZONING REVIEW CRITERIA FOR AREA OO
1. Whether the proposal is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan:
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The subject properties are designated on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use & Character
Map as Mixed Residential and are a part of the Northeast Gateway Redevelopment Plan. For the
Mixed Residential land use, the Comprehensive Plan provides the following:
Areas appropriate for a mix of moderate-density residential development including, townhomes,
duplexes, small multifamily buildings (3-12 unit), and limited small-lot single family. These areas are
appropriate for residential infill and redevelopment that allows original character to evolve. These
areas may serve as buffers between more intense multi-family residential or mixed-use development
and suburban residential or neighborhood conservation areas.
The intent of the Mixed Residential land use is to accommodate a walkable pattern of small lots,
small blocks, and well-connected street pattern that supports surrounding neighborhoods.
Developments in this district should prioritize a mix of housing types and scales located near
community facilities or adjacent to commercial or neighborhood centers. The MH Middle Housing
zoning district is aligned with that vision. The zoning districts that are generally appropriate within
Mixed Residential include: middle housing, duplex, townhouse, and limited-scale single-family
zoning.
The Northeast Gateway Redevelopment Plan creates a coordinated strategy for future change and
redevelopment along two of the busiest corridors in the city: Texas Avenue and University Drive (FM
60). The goal of the plan identifies the need for availability of residential and commercial
opportunities throughout the district. It more specifically states the following:
Reflecting the community’s existing and future housing needs and demographic characteristics,
future development and redevelopment of different housing types will expand housing opportunities
for all residents of the City of College Station, including faculty, staff, and students of Texas A&M
University. While detached single-family homes have historically been the base of College Station’s
housing stock, the MH Middle Housing zoning district can provide more for-sale and for-rent
opportunities for households and families seeking a walkable lifestyle near employment opportunities
and amenities, particularly as rising land values raise the costs of single-family home ownership.
By enabling the MH Middle Housing zoning district and incentivizing higher-density housing in this
redevelopment area, development pressures can be concentrated here and outside of established
single-family neighborhoods. Furthermore, the MH Middle Housing zoning district provides greater
flexibility and serves as a transitory buffer between more intense urban uses and established single-
family zoning districts.
The Northeast Gateway Redevelopment Plan also identifies in one of its actions, that Avenue A
should be extended to Eisenhower St. A connection to Nimitz or Ash would serve the same
purposes and meet the spirit of the plan.
There is a concern when it comes to Fire and Solid Waste access on Avenue A. Fire and Solid
Waste personnel already face challenges in trying to serve the current residents. Currently, there is
not sufficient access for their larger vehicles to provide services to those lots that are facing Avenue
A. Without providing an approved access drive or turnaround, that meets Fire Department standards;
or an extension of Avenue A to Eisenhower, Nimitz, or Ash, it would cause this request to not be
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
2. Whether the uses permitted by the proposed zoning district will be appropriate in the
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context of the surrounding area:
The subject properties are surrounded by multi-family developments to the east, commercial to the
west across Eisenhower St, single-family residential to the south across Lincoln Ave, and single
family-residential and duplexes to the north. Development pressure continues to grow as new
generations of students, young professionals, families, and seniors move to College Station; allowing
and encouraging redevelopment opportunities helps alleviate some of the pressure in the market.
The MH Middle Housing zoning district enables redevelopment of these lots at an appropriate scale,
permitting the increase in residential density on these sites. The residential uses permitted in the MH
Middle Housing zoning district are appropriate for this area as they allow for additional residential
density to meet market demand while still fitting into the context of the surrounding areas.
Additionally, the HOO High Occupancy Overlay, which allows shared housing uses, was determined
to be appropriate for the subject properties due to the proximity to Texas A&M University and a
Texas A&M Transportation Services bus route and the development pattern of the properties within
the area.
3. Whether the property to be rezoned is physically suitable for the proposed zoning district:
The size and location of the subject properties are suitable for single-family, townhouse, duplex, and
multiplex uses, although some uses would require replatting of the lots to fit the dimensional
standards of the MH Middle Housing zoning district.
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 the proposed
zoning districts. Drainage and any other infrastructure required with the site development shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the BCS Unified Design Guidelines. Additionally, the
2021 Comprehensive Plan update anticipated the need for improved transportation facilities, which
are reflected on the Comprehensive Plan Functional Classification and Context Class Map.
Currently, Avenue A does not conform to Fire access requirements and is substandard width that
terminates at a dead end without a proper cul-de-sac. Constructing an access drive or turnaround,
that meets Fire Department standards or providing an extension of Avenue A to Eisenhower, Nimitz,
or Ash will help make up for the current substandard state of Avenue A.
5. The marketability of the property:
The uses allowed by MH Middle Housing and the HOO High Occupancy Overlay provide for an
increase in density that is marketable given the location of the property.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Attachments:
1. Vicinity, Aerial, and Small Area Map
2. Background Information
3. Future Land Use Map
4. Rezoning Map
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date:
Advertised Council Hearing Date:
August 1, 2024
August 22, 2024
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:
College Hills HOA
Property owner notices mailed: 54
Contacts in support: None at the time of this report
Contacts in opposition: None at the time of this report
Inquiry contacts: None at the time of this report
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use
North Mixed Residential General Suburban Detached single family
East Neighborhood
Conservation General Suburban Detached single family
South Neighborhood
Conservation GS General Suburban Detached single family
West Urban Center GC General
Commercial Shopping center
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexed: April 1951
Zoning: A-O Agricultural Open (1951 upon annexation)
R-3 Apartment Building (year undetermined)
R-1 Single Family Residential (1976)
R-1 Single Family Residential renamed to GS General Suburban (2013)
Final Plat: D.A. Smith Subdivision
Site Development: Single-family Houses
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August 1, 2024
Item No. 5.3.
Area O City Initiated Rezoning to MH – Middle Housing with a HOO – High Occupancy Overlay
Sponsor: Jesse Dimeolo
Reviewed By CBC: Planning & Zoning Commission
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 boundaries from GS General Suburban to MH Middle Housing and HOO
High Occupancy Overlay for approximately 28 acres being all of that certain tract or parcel of land
lying and being situated in the Morgan Rector league, abstract no. 46, in College Station, Brazos
County, Texas, including portions of the Richards Subdivision as described by plat recorded in
volume 137, page 25 of the Deed Records of Brazos County, Texas, and subsequent replats of
portions of it, and generally being the majority of the properties which front on Richards Street, Crest
Street and Sterling Street. Case #REZ2023-000044 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered
at the August 22, 2024 City Council meeting – Subject to change).
Relationship to Strategic Goals:
• Good Governance
• Neighborhood Integrity
• Diverse & Growing Economy
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval.
Summary: As part of the second phase of the City-initiated rezonings to middle housing, this area
was identified as appropriate for MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay but needed
to be surveyed prior to moving forward. This is due to the area not being subdivided and/or the need
to be resurveyed. This area was also previously considered and determined to be appropriate for
rezoning to MH Middle Housing by a working group of neighborhood and development community
representatives, the Planning and Zoning Commission, and the City Council. Public engagement
sessions were held earlier this year in February and March to receive additional feedback prior to
moving forward with the survey work necessary.
After receiving the completed survey and considering the rezoning criteria, City staff has determined
that this area is appropriate for rezoning to MH Middle Housing and HOO High Occupancy Overlay
and are recommending approval. The HOO High Occupancy Overlay would allow the shared housing
use as long as the property met the requirements for that use.
REZONING REVIEW CRITERIA FOR AREA O
1. Whether the proposal is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan:
The subject properties are designated on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use & Character
Map as Mixed Residential. For the Mixed Residential land use, the Comprehensive Plan provides the
following:
Areas appropriate for a mix of moderate density residential development including, townhomes,
duplexes, small multifamily buildings (3-12 unit), and limited small-lot single family. These areas are
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appropriate for residential infill and redevelopment that allows original character to evolve. These
areas may serve as buffers between more intense multi-family residential or mixed-use development
and suburban residential or neighborhood conservation areas.
The intent of the Mixed Residential land use is to accommodate a walkable pattern of small lots,
small blocks, and well-connected street pattern that supports surrounding neighborhoods.
Developments in this district should prioritize a mix of housing types and scales located near
community facilities or adjacent to commercial or neighborhood centers. The MH Middle Housing
zoning district is aligned with that vision.
The zoning districts that are generally appropriate within Mixed Residential include: middle housing,
duplex, townhouse, and limited-scale single-family zoning.
2. Whether the uses permitted by the proposed zoning district will be appropriate in the
context of the surrounding area:
The subject property is bordered by commercial and multifamily zoned properties to the southeast,
mixed-use development to the north at the intersection of Dartmouth and Holleman, commercial
areas to the west and a new development of townhomes where George Bush Drive terminates into
Holleman. Development pressure continues to grow as new generations of students, young
professionals, families, and seniors move to College Station; allowing and encouraging
redevelopment opportunities helps alleviate some of the pressure in the market. The MH Middle
Housing zoning district enables redevelopment of these lots at an appropriate scale, permitting the
increase in residential density on these sites. The residential uses permitted in the MH Middle
Housing zoning district are appropriate for this area, as it allows for additional residential density to
meet market demand, while still fitting into the context of the surrounding areas.
Additionally, the HOO High Occupancy Overlay, which allows shared housing uses, was determined
to be appropriate for the subject properties due to the proximity to Texas A&M University and a
Texas A&M Transportation Services bus route and the development pattern of the properties within
the area.
3. Whether the property to be rezoned is physically suitable for the proposed zoning district:
The size and location of the subject properties are suitable for single-family, townhouse, duplex, and
multiplex uses, although some uses would require replatting of the lots to fit the dimensional
standards of the MH Middle Housing zoning district.
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 the proposed
zoning districts. Drainage and any other infrastructure required with the site development shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the BCS Unified Design Guidelines. Additionally,
through staff reviews of the street network in the area, it was determined that the on-street parking
areas needed to be revised to allow for better emergency and sanitation vehicle access. At the July
11th, 2024 City Council meeting, on-street parking was removed from the northwest side of Richards
Street from Texas Avenue to Crest Street and a prior parking prohibition on the southeast side was
repealed.
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5. The marketability of the property:
The uses allowed by MH Middle Housing and the HOO High Occupancy Overlay provide for an
increase in density that is marketable given the location of the property.
Budget & Financial Summary: N/A
Attachments:
1. Aerial and Small Area Maps
2. Background Information
3. Future Land Use Map
4. Rezoning Map
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION – REZ2023-000044
NOTIFICATIONS
Advertised Commission Hearing Date: August 1, 2024
Advertised Council Hearing Date: August 22, 2024
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: 233
Contacts in support: Two at the time of this report
Contacts in opposition: None at the time of this report
Inquiry contacts: One at the time of this report
ADJACENT LAND USES
Direction Comprehensive Plan Zoning Land Use
North Neighborhood Center
and Institutional/Public WPC Wolf Pen Creek Multi-Family Apartments
South General Commercial GC General Commercial Self-Storage
East Mixed Residential R-4 Multi-Family Multi-Family Apartments
West General Commercial
PDD Planned Development
District and GC General
Commercial
Horizontal mixing of
commercial spaces and
detached townhomes
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Annexed: 1969 and 1971
Zoning: GS General Suburban (1969 upon annexation)
Final Plat:Unplatted areas and portions of Richards Subdivision Volume 137, Page 25
(1979)
Site Development:Single family homes and undeveloped property
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