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Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting August 1, 2024
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairperson Melissa McIlhaney, Commissioners Jason
Cornelius, Bobby Mirza, Marcus Chaloupka, Aron Collins, and Scott Shafer
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Commissioner Warren Finch COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Councilmembers Dennis Maloney and William Wright
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director of Planning & Development Services Anthony Armstrong, City Engineer Carol Cotter, Development Review Administrator Robin Macias, Long Range Planning Administrator Christine Leal, Principal Planner Heather Wade, Senior Planners Jeff Howell and Jesse DiMeolo, Staff Planners Gabriel Schrum and Ashley Klein, Engineer II Lucas
Harper, Deputy City Attorney Leslie Whitten, Administrative Support Specialist Kristen Hejny,
and Lead Technology Services Specialist Lillian Wells 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.
• July 18, 2024
Commissioner Cornelius moved to approve the Consent Agenda,
Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion, the motion passed 6-0. 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,”
Section 4.2 “Official Zoning Map,” of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College
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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).
Senior Planner Howell presented the rezoning to the Commission. Dwight Allen, Applicant, Woodcreek Phase 1, College Station, was available to address
and answer questions from the Commission.
Allen Hisey, Applicant, Woodcreek Phase 1, College Station, was available to address and answer questions from the Commission.
Commissioner Collins stated that part of this area is zoned PDD Planned Development
District and asked for the original intent of this designation. Senior Planner Howell stated that this area was rezoned from PUD Planned Use District to PDD Planned Development District as District 1, providing a zoning character and use
similar in nature to GS General Suburban.
Commissioner Mirza asked if the City is recommending approval of the ROO Restricted Occupancy Overlay.
Senior Planner Howell reiterated that the City does not provide a recommendation on
a neighborhood driven request and process. Commissioner Cornelius asked for the reasoning for the 23 non-responses on the petition.
Mr. Hisey clarified that six homeowners were not verifiable, some expressed discomfort
with property right interference, some were non-responsive, and some did not want to sign the petition. Commissioner Cornelius asked if the neighborhoods had experienced any issues to bring
this request forward.
Mr. Hisey clarified that safety, neighborhood integrity, and a strong support for the overlay have driven the request.
Mr. Allen also clarified that narrow streets are a safety issue concerning to the residents,
stating that the overlay would aid in making sure parking regulations are followed.
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Commissioner Collins asked if there were there any residents who could exhibit that this would be detrimental to them.
Senior Planner Howell stated that staff received no oppositions. Chairperson McIlhaney opened the public hearing.
Steve Parker, Woodcreek Phase 1, College Station, spoke in support of the overlay citing concerns for narrow streets.
Chairperson McIlhaney closed the public hearing. Commissioner Chaloupka moved to recommend approval of the rezoning, Commissioner Shafer seconded the motion.
Commissioner Mirza expressed support for the rezoning
Commissioner Chaloupka expressed support for the rezoning The motion passed 6-0.
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). 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
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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).
Presentations for agenda items #5.2 and #5.3 were held together. Senior Planner Howell presented agenda item #5.3 to the Commission recommending approval, and agenda item #5.2 to the Commission recommending approval 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.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked for clarification that all sites have been vetted and surveys have confirmed metes and bounds. Senior Planner Howell clarified that surveys needed to be prepared and were completed to
move forward with a rezoning recommendation.
Commissioner Cornelius asked for further explanation on the conditions and options for Avenue A, agenda item #5.2.
Senior Planner Howell clarified that if a turnaround on Avenue A is not provided,
connections to Eisenhower Street, Nimitz Street, or Ash Street would be options. Commissioner Cornelius asked for clarification that the five adjacent lots have a HOO High Occupancy Overlay.
Senior Planner Howell explained that these five lots are currently zoned GS General Suburban needing the access condition to be satisfied prior to the rezoning going into effect. Mr. Howell further clarified that once that condition is met, the approved HOO High Occupancy Overlay rezoning can take effect.
Commissioner Chaloupka asked if the extension would have to be in place prior to rezoning. Senior Planner Howell explained that one of the four conditioned options, a connection to
Eisenhower Street, Nimitz Street, or Ash Street, or a turnaround, to satisfy fire and
sanitation access requirements, will be required prior to the rezoning going into effect. Commissioner Cornelius asked for clarification that one of four options must be met for the rezoning to go in to effect.
Senior Planner Howell confirmed that one of the four options must be met for the rezoning to go into effect.
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Commissioner Chaloupka asked if the prior condition placed on the adjacent lots would satisfy the requirements.
Senior Planner Howell clarified that the prior condition does not satisfy the current requirement and is a condition specific to those five adjacent lots. Commissioner Collins stated that these lots are not under single ownership.
Senior Planner Howell confirmed that these lots are not under single ownership. Commissioner Collins asked how designating this land for connections would be accomplished with separate ownership.
Senior Planner Howell stated that owners would have to coordinate and consolidate to rezone. Mr. Howell further clarified that if development were to occur, and the property owners would like to utilize a MH Middle Housing zoning district, they would have to satisfy the conditions beforehand.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked if a homeowner wanted to renovate or tear down and rebuild their home, are they limited in options. Senior Planner Howell clarified that the MH Middle Housing zoning would not go into
effect until the conditions were satisfied; until the conditions are satisfied, any building
modifications will be under a GS General Suburban zoning district. Commissioner Shafer asked if staff received any opposition to the rezoning along Richards Street and Sterling Street.
Senior Planner Howell stated that staff did not receive any opposition, and feedback was either in support or general questions. Mr. Howell also clarified that citizens were given opportunity to provide feedback through public input sessions and notification mailings.
Commissioner Mirza asked if the Avenue A rezoning meets fire and safety requirements.
Senior Planner Howell explained that the conditions placed on agenda item #5.2 were to satisfy fire and safety requirements. Mr. Howell also explained that parking was recently removed from area OO to help with the fire and sanitation requirements.
Chairperson McIlhaney opened the public hearing for agenda item #5.2. No visitors spoke. Chairperson McIlhaney closed the public hearing for agenda item #5.2.
Chairperson McIlhaney opened the public hearing for agenda item #5.3.
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No visitors spoke.
Chairperson McIlhaney closed the public hearing for agenda item #5.3. Commissioner Cornelius moved to recommend approval of agenda item #5.2 with the condition as stated, Commissioner Mirza seconded the motion, the motion passed 6-
0. Commissioner Cornelius moved to recommend approval of agenda item #5.3, Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion, the motion passed 6-0.
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 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.
There was no discussion.
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.
There was no discussion.
6.4 Discussion and review regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board and
BioCorridor Board.
• None
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There was no discussion.
7.Discussion and possible action on future agenda items.
A Planning & Zoning Member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not beengiven. A statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy maybe given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agendafor a subsequent meeting.
Commissioner Cornelius asked if staff has an online map of approved RestrictedOccupancy Overlay areas.
Director Armstrong confirmed there is an occupancy map and additional information for
citizens located at cstx.gov/occupancy.
Chairperson McIlhaney asked if staff tracks occupied and vacant retail and rental space inthe city.
Director Armstrong clarified that Economic Development does track retail space, however
the City does not track rental occupancy. Mr. Armstrong further clarified that the City canprovide occupancy type information upon request.
Chairperson McIlhaney stated that the Commission would be interested in seeing the
growth in the City of College Station.
Director Armstrong clarified that this information will be provided with the update of theExisting Conditions Report.
8.Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 6:36 p.m.
Approved: Attest:
___________________________________ _________________________________ Melissa McIlhaney, Chairperson Kristen Hejny, Board Secretary Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services