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College Station, TX
Meeting Agenda
Planning and Zoning Commission
1101 Texas Avenue, College Station, TX 77840
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March 19, 2026 6:00 PM City Hall Council Chambers
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Notice is hereby given that a quorum of the meeting body will be present in the physical location
stated above where citizens may also attend in order to view a member(s) participating by
videoconference call as allowed by 551.127, Texas Government Code. The City uses a thirdparty
vendor to host the virtual portion of the meeting; if virtual access is unavailable, meeting access
and participation will be in-person only.
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. February 19 2026
Speaker Protocol
An individual who desires to address the Planning & Zoning Commission regarding any agenda item
must register with the Commission Secretary two (2) hours before the meeting being called to order.
Individuals shall register to speak or provide written comments at
https://forms.cstx.gov/Forms/CSCouncil or provide a name and phone number by calling 979-764-
3570. Upon being called to speak an individual must state their name and city of residence, including
the state of residence if the city is located out of state. Speakers are encouraged to identify their College
Station neighborhood or geographic location. Please do not carry purses, briefcases, backpacks,
liquids, foods or any other object other than papers or personal electronic communication devices to
the lectern, nor advance past the lectern unless you are invited to do so. Comments should not
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personally attack other speakers, Commissioners, or staff. Each speaker’s remarks are limited to three
(3) minutes. Any speaker addressing the Planning & Zoning Commission using a translator may speak
for six (6) minutes. The speaker’s microphone will mute when the allotted time expires and the speaker
must leave the podium.
4. Consideration, discussion, and possible action on items removed from the Consent
Agenda by Commission action.
5. Regular Agenda.
5.1. Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a discretionary item to the Unified
Development Ordinance Section 8.4.C.4.b ‘Adequate Street Access’, and presentation,
discussion, and possible action regarding a Final Plat for Lakeside at Millican Reserve Phase 5
on approximately 8.25 acres, generally located in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction, north of
the intersection of Wellborn Road and Millican Creek Trail. Case #FP2025-000040
Sponsors: Garrett Segraves
Attachments: 1. Memorandum
2. Final Plat
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 amending the College Station Comprehensive Plan by adopting the updated
Economic Development Master Plan. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item
on February 19, 2026 and voted (4-3) to recommend approval. The City Council heard this
item on February 26, 2026 and voted (7-0) to approve the request.
6.3. Presentation and discussion regarding the P&Z Calendar of Upcoming Meetings:
• Thursday, March 26, 2026 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting
6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, April 2, 2026 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, April 9, 2026 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00
p.m.
• Thursday, April 16, 2026 ~ 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.
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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 March 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
City Secretary
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at least two business days prior to the meeting, the City will make a reasonable attempt to
provide the necessary accommodations.
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February 19, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 1 of 7
Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting February 19, 2026
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairperson Jason Cornelius, Aron Collins, Tre Watson, Warren Finch, David Higdon, Marcus Chaloupka, Warren Finch, and Michael Buckley COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Melissa McIlhaney CITY STAFF PRESENT: Director of Planning & Development Services Anthony Armstrong, Assistant Director of Planning & Development Molly Hitchcock, City Engineer Carol Cotter, Assistant Director of Economic Development Brian Piscacek, Economic Development Manager
Wendee Anderson, Senior Planner Jeff Howell, Staff Planner Gabriel Schrum, Long Range Planning Administrator Christine Leal, Sr. Assistant City Attorney Aaron Longoria, Administrative Support Specialist Kristen Hejny, and Technology Services Specialist Trey Bransom 1. Call Meeting to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Consider Absence Request.
Chairperson Cornelius 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.
• January 15, 2026
Commissioner Higdon moved to approve the Consent Agenda, Commissioner Watson 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 the College Station Comprehensive Plan by adopting the updated Economic Development Master Plan. Case #CPA2026-000002 (Note: Final action on this item will
be considered at the February 26, 2026, City Council Meeting - Subject to change.)
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Assistant Director of Economic Development Piscacek provided a brief overview of the item to the Commission and introduced John Karras and Erica Colston from TIP Strategies
Inc. to present the updated Economic Development Master Plan to the Commission
recommending approval for forwarding to the City Council. Commissioner Higdon asked how it is planned to leverage Texas A&M University (TAMU).
Ms. Colston stated that leveraging TAMU is related to highlighting assets within the community from a cultural standpoint. Commissioner Higdon asked where housing comes into the equation when attracting new
businesses. Assistant Director Piscacek clarified that the plan refers to existing to planning methods being implemented with the Housing Action Plan.
Commissioner Higdon asked if staff have made a comparison on the economic impact of new housing verses the sales tax and property tax impact. Assistant Director Piscacek stated that the plan focuses on the quality of life and identity.
Commissioner Higdon asked if there will be a comparison where the 2021 plan fell short. Assistant Director Piscacek stated that the previous plan was incorporated into the development of the current plan.
Commissioner Chaloupka expressed concern for not seeing a difference in the current plan, from past plans. Commissioner Watson requested information on the quality of living for current and generational residents.
Commissioner Collins asked if there is any initiative in collaborating with the City of Bryan. Ms. Colston clarified that there is coordination with sister cities such as the City of Bryan
which is a key purpose of the ignition goal. Mr. Karras included references with collaboration with the two cities via the Greater Brazos Partnership.
Commissioner Collins requested regular collaboration between the City of College Station and City of Bryan Planning & Zoning Commissioners.
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Chairperson Cornelius opened the public hearing.
No visitors spoke.
Chairperson Cornelius closed the public hearing. Commissioner Finch moved to recommend approval of the Economic Development
Master Plan. Commissioner Collins seconded the motion. Commissioner Chaloupka expressed that he will not support the adoption of the update. Commissioner Collins requested a strategic outline on the City of Bryan being incorporated
in the planning process, more information on the quality of life for citizens aged 22-35, and emphasis on the success of current businesses. Commissioner Buckley asked for additional information and evaluation on why the City of College Station Economic Plan has not been successful.
Commissioner Higdon expressed that he will not support the adoption of the update. Chairperson Cornelius asked what would happen to the timeline on this item if the Commission tabled the item for further discussion.
Director Armstrong clarified that the Commission could vote as they see fit and the item will move to the City Council’s discretion. The motion was approved 4-3 with Commissioners Chaloupka, Buckley, and Higdon voting in opposition. 5.2 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an ordinance amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 3 “Development Review Procedures”, Section 3.5 “Concept Plans (P-MUD and PDD Districts)” of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, by amending certain sections relating to
requirements, concept plans, and community benefits for PDD Planned Development Districts. Case #ORDA2024-000004 (Note: Final action on this item will be considered at the March 26, 2026, City Council meeting - Subject to change).
Senior Planner Howell presented the ordinance amendment to the Commission
recommending approval. Commissioner Collins asked who approves offsets.
Senior Planner Howell clarified that offsets are approved by the City Council.
Chairperson Cornelius asked for clarification on the last time this ordinance was updated.
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Senior Planner Howell confirmed that in late 2024 the City Council directed staff to gather additional input on the amendment.
Commissioner Chaloupka requested clarification on the justification and policing of the ordinance benefits. Senior Planner Howell stated that previously there was a point system associated with the
benefits, currently there is a list of suggestions dependent on the size and nature of the development. Commissioner Collins asked for clarification that this allows for more flexibility but still preserves the City Council’s ability for discretion.
Senior Planner Howell confirmed that this modification allows for more flexibility.
Chairperson Cornelius opened the public hearing.
Veronica Morgan, Mitchell & Morgan Engineers, College Station, spoke in support of the ordinance changes and modifications. Chairperson Cornelius closed the public hearing. Commissioner Collins moved to recommend approval of the ordinance amendment. Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion; the motion was approved 7-0. 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 boundary from CI Commercial Industrial to P-MUD Planned Mixed Use District for approximately 1.24 acres at 200 Texas Avenue, generally located northwest of the intersection of Texas Avenue and University Drive. Case #REZ2025-000021 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the March 26,
2026, City Council Meeting – Subject to change). Staff Planner Schrum presented the rezoning to the Commission recommending approval.
Commissioner Cornelius asked why the applicant is requesting a modification that the
ground floor area of structures be 18% of the lot area instead of the required minimum 25%. Staff Planner Schrum clarified that it was staff’s discretion that the community benefits combined with the modifications, aligned with the request.
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Arjun Demla, Owner, Dallas, Texas, was available to answer questions from the Commission.
Rishi Kaithala, Applicant, Triangle Engineering, Allen, Texas, was available to answer questions from the Commission. Humberto Lopez, Architect, Type Six Design, Grapevine, Texas, was available to answer
questions from the Commission. Chairperson Cornelius asked why the applicant is requesting modifications to the requirements from 25% to 18%.
Mr. Demla explained that the required hotel porte-cochere and pool elements require a lot of space, further explaining that the development would be built more vertically than other Hilton developments. Commissioner Collins asked for clarification on the number of stories in the development.
Mr. Demla confirmed that the development will be six-stories in height.
Chairperson Cornelius opened the public hearing.
No visitors spoke.
Chairperson Cornelius closed the public hearing. Commissioner Finch moved to recommend approval of the rezoning. Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion; the motion was approved 7-0. 5.4 Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use & Character Map from Neighborhood Center to Urban Residential for approximately 7.02 acres at 8650 Turkey
Creek Road. Case #CPA2025-000002 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered
at the March 26, 2026, City Council Meeting - Subject to change).
5.5 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 R Rural to MF Multi- Family for approximately 7.02 acres generally located southwest of the intersection of Turkey Creek Road and Health Science Parkway. Case #REZ2025-000027 (Note: Final action of this item will be considered at the March 26, 2026, City Council Meeting –
Subject to change).
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Presentations, discussions, and public hearings on agenda items #5.4 and #5.5 were held together.
Staff Planner Schrum presented the comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning to the Commission recommending approval. Commissioner Collins asked if this proposed development is similar to the adjacent
property. Staff Planner Schrum confirmed the similarity.
Chairperson Cornelius opened the public hearing.
Payton Holt, Pebble Creek Subdivision, College Station, spoke in opposition to the rezoning citing concerns for the master plan and lack of a business center hub. Chairperson Cornelius closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Finch moved to recommend approval of the comprehensive plan amendment. Commissioner Chaloupka seconded the motion; the motion was approved 6-1 with Commissioner Higdon voting in opposition. Commissioner Watson moved to recommend approval of the rezoning. Commissioner Buckley seconded the motion; the motion was approved 6-1 with Commissioner Higdon voting in opposition. 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 amending Appendix A, Unified Development Ordinance, Article 11, "Definitions," Section 11.2 "Defined Terms" of the Code of ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, regarding the definition of family. The Planning & Zoning Commission heard this item on January 15, 2026 and voted (5-0) to recommend approval of the rezoning. The City Council heard this item on
January 22, 2026 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, February 26, 2026 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~
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Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, March 19, 2026 ~ P&Z Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, March 26, 2026 ~ City Council Meeting ~ Council Chambers ~ Open Meeting 6:00 p.m.
There was no discussion.
6.4 Discussion and review regarding the following meetings: Design Review Board,
BioCorridor Board, and Impact Fee Advisory Committee.
• An ordinance amending Chapter 107, “Impact Fees”, Article II, “System-Wide Impact Fees”, Section 107-73, “System-Wide Roadway Impact Fees”, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of College Station, Texas, to amend the roadway impact
fee collection rates to zero. The Impact Fee Advisory Committee heard this item on January 7, 2026 and voted (4-2) to recommend setting the Roadway Impact Fees to $0.00. The City Council heard this item on January 22, 2026 and voted (5-2) to maintain the existing rates.
There was no discussion.
7. Discussion and possible action on future agenda items.
Chairperson Cornelius requested a joint City of College Station and City of Bryan Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
8. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 8:14 p.m. Approved: Attest:
Jason Cornelius, Chairperson Kristen Hejny, Board Secretary Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Development Services
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MEMORANDUM
February 27, 2026
TO: Members of the Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM: Garrett Segraves
Staff Planner, Planning & Development Services
SUBJECT: UDO amendment regarding Emergency Access
Item:
Presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding a discretionary item to the Unified
Development Ordinance Section 8.4.C.4.b ‘Adequate Street Access’, and presentation,
discussion, and possible action regarding a Final Plat for Lakeside at Millican Reserve Phase 5
on approximately 8.25 acres, generally located in the City’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction, north of
the intersection of Wellborn Road and Millican Creek Trail. Case# FP2025-000040.
Summary:
This Final Plat is for the second of 8 phases in the Lakeside at Millican Reserve subdivision and
is platting 29 single-family lots. The plat shows Waxing Way, which connects to Moonlit Hollow
Drive in Phase 1, and Lakeside Club Drive, which connects to the future Briar Ridge Trail to the
east.
This Final Plat includes a discretionary item related to street connections in the Unified
Development Ordinance Section 8.4.C.4.b ‘Adequate Street Access’. Per this section, the
Planning and Zoning Commission may allow remote emergency access where development
phasing prevents the provision of a second street connection.
This subdivision is proposing to provide a temporary public emergency access easement on lot
11 of block 6. This is required due to the first and second phases of development currently
proposing a total of 55 single-family lots with one external street connection. Section 8.4.C.4
‘Adequate Street Access’ of the UDO states that when there are more than thirty lots to be
served by external street connections, a minimum of two street connections to external paved
public streets shall be required.
The temporary public emergency access easement would provide two external street
connections to Millican Creek Trail from Waxing Way and Moonlit Hollow Drive. With future
phasing, the proposed subdivision will remove the temporary public emergency access
easement once two permanent external street connections are constructed.
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Staff is recommending approval of the discretionary item as current phasing prevents the
provision of a second street connection, and there will be sufficient connections with future
phasing.
Supporting Materials:
1. Final Plat
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