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REGULAR MEETING
JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS
PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers
June 18, 2018
A Regular Meeting and Joint Public Hearings of the Planning Commission and City Council
were held on June 18, 2018 and called to order at 3:17 p.m. with the following members present:
Commission Members present: Chairman Sina Nejad
Vice-Chairman Lauren Williams Mason
Commissioner Eddie Senigaur
Commissioner Shawn Javed
Commissioner Lynda Kay Makin
Commissioner Bill Little
Commissioner Johnny Beatty*present but did not participate
Alt. Commissioner Marty Craig
Alt. Commissioner B. Eliot New
Alt. Commissioner Sandy Pate
Commission Members absent: Commissioner J.P. Colbert
Commissioner Roy Steinhagen
Councilmembers present: Mayor Becky Ames
Councilmember Mike Getz
Councilmember W.L. Pate
Councilmember Bill Sam
Councilmembers absent: Mayor Pro-Tem Robin Mouton
Councilmember Audwin Samuel
Councilmember Virginia Jordan
Also present: Chris Boone, Director of Planning and
Community Development
Adina Josey, Senior Planner
Tyrone Cooper, City Attorney
Fran Malvo, Recording Secretary
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Alternate Commissioner Craig made a motion to approve the minutes of the Regular meeting and
Joint Public Hearings held on May 16, 2018. Vice-Chairman Mason stated that there were a few
errors that needed to be addressed before a motion was made. Chairman Nejad stated the minutes
would be corrected and presented during the July meeting. Commissioner Makin seconded the
motion to approve the minutes pending corrections. Motion to approve carried 9:0.
REGULAR MEETING
1) Replat-VCCB Subdivision: Consider a request for the approval of a Replat of Lots 18 and
19 Beaumont, Orange and Fig Subdivision into Lots 1-7, WCCB Subdivision, Beaumont,
Jefferson County, Texas.
Applicant: Mark Whiteley & Associates, Inc.
Location: 9325-9435 Phelan Boulevard
Mr. Boone stated that per the applicant’s request, the Replat was withdrawn.
2) Preliminary Plat-James Acres: Consider a request for the approval of a Preliminary
Plat of James Acres, Jefferson County, Beaumont, Texas
Applicant: Soutex Surveyors & Engineers, Inc.
Location: East of LaBelle Road, South of Bayou Din
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Soutex Surveyors & Engineers has requested
preliminary plat approval of James Acres. The project is located on the east side of LaBelle
Road, just south of Bayou Din, within the Planning Area of the City of Beaumont E.T.J. The
25.948 acre development is a seven (7) lot, single family, residential subdivision. All lots
will front on the existing LaBelle Road 160' wide, right-of-way. Water will be provided by
West Jefferson County Municipal Water District and sewer will be individual septic systems.
Since the subdivision lies within the Planning Area of the E.T.J., Jefferson County
construction specifications and regulations shall apply.
Slides of the subject property were shown. The Planning staff recommended approval of the
plat.
This item was sent to all interested parties.
The applicant, Anthony Leger, representing Soutex Surveyors & Engineers, 3737 Doctors
Drive addressed the Commission. There were no questions for Mr. Leger. Alternate
Commissioner Craig made a motion to approve a request for the approval of a Preliminary
Plat of James Acres as requested. Vice-Chairman Mason seconded the motion. Motion to
approve carried 9:0.
JOINT PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Ames called the Joint Public Hearing of June 18, 2018 to order and explained the purpose
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of the Joint Public Hearing process and then turned the meeting over to Chairman Nejad.
Chairman Nejad explained the policies and procedures for the hearing process.
1) File 884-OB: Consider a request for a sidewalk waiver.
Applicant: Samuel Fountain, P.E.
Location: 9695 College
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Samuel Fountain, P.E., is requesting a waiver to the
requirements for a sidewalk. The sidewalk would be required as part of a new storage
facility. The development is being constructed at 9695 College Street.
Reasons stated for the waiver request include distance to other sidewalks, ditches that future
portions of the sidewalk would need to cross, and the location behind the existing TXDOT
(Texas Department of Transportation) ditch along College Street.
With regard to the waiver, the ordinance states:
(3) The planning and zoning commission may grant a waiver to the sidewalk requirement if
the applicant can prove that there is an engineering reason for not installing a sidewalk.
(Chapter 26, Section 26.03.004 (3))
Although a letter has been submitted from an engineer, City Engineering has reviewed the
request and states, “While I agree that several reasonable points are addressed in the letter
in favor of not needing a sidewalk, none of them are considered engineering reasons such
as unsafe slope, inaccessibility, design conflicts, etc. This area seems suitable for sidewalks,
and the future goal is to have the adjacent properties also installing sidewalks, to
eventually create a safe pedestrian path off the highway."
Slides of the subject property were shown. Planning staff recommended denial of the
request. A brief discussion followed. Samuel Fountain, 87 N. I-10, Suite 215 and Mr. Lucas
3506 Windrose addressed the Commission. Discussion followed regarding TXDOT and the
City of Beaumont. Mr. Fountain stated that TXDOT informed him that he could not install a
sidewalk on their property. Mayor Ames stated that it is stated in the ordinance that
sidewalks are required. Discussion followed regarding sidewalks. Chairman Nejad asked Mr.
Boone to meet with staff and the Engineering department for further discussion and
suggested to table the request. Commissioner Little made a motion to table the
request for further discussion with TXDOT and the City of Beaumont’s Engineers.
Commissioner Senigaur seconded the motion. Motion to table the request carried
9:0.
2) File 2349-P: Consider a request for an Amended Specific Use Permit to allow a tire repair,
tire sales and auto repair establishment in a NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District.
Applicant: Antonio Sipaque
Location: 2795 Eastex Freeway
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. For many years, the property was the location of a
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service station. That business closed in the late 1990's. In June, 2005, City Council
approved a Specific Use Permit to allow an auto repair shop and car wash on the subject
property. That business was no longer in existence when Mr. Sipaque made application to
use the property for the sale and repair of used tires.
Complaints were received that Mr. Sipaque was using the property to sell and repair used
vehicles. Inspection of the property revealed that not only were vehicles being repaired and
displayed for sale on Mr. Sipaque's property, but vehicles had been placed on adjacent
properties as well. Motor vehicle sales (new or used) are not permitted in the Neighborhood
Commercial District. In addition, landscaping, as required in the conditions, has not been
maintained on the property. Staff recommended revoking the Specific Use Permit to allow a
tire repair and sales establishment, as violations continued. During this process, Mr. Sipaque
submitted a request for an Amended Specific Use Permit to allow a tire repair and sales
establishment and auto repair at 2795 Eastex Freeway. At the May Planning Commission
meeting, revoking of the Specific Use Permits was tabled for this application to be
considered.
In September of 2011, City Council approved a Specific Use Permit to allow a tire repair and
sales establishment at 2795 Eastex Freeway, subject to the following conditions:
1. All inventory display and tire repair and installation shall be done within the confines of
the existing building.
2. No motor vehicle sales shall be permitted.
3. Elimination of the eastern-most drive on Delaware, replacing it with a landscaped island
and four (4) crepe myrtles trees.
New trees have been recently planted, vehicles have been removed from the property, and
the facility was cleaned up and painted.
Slides of the subject property were shown. Ten (10) notices were mailed to property owners
within 200 feet of the subject property. None were received in favor or in opposition.
Staff recommended approval of the amendment with addition of the following conditions:
1. No more than 6 vehicles are stored at the property in addition to what is in the 3 bays.
2. Provide a standard van accessible access isle along with one ADA compliant parking
space.
Samuel Trevino, 3810 Shendale Lane and Antonio Sipaque, 2795 Eastex Freeway addressed
the Commission. Mr. Boone stated he based the ratio of the number of cars kept on the
premises from the requirements of other cities. He also stated that there is not an ordinance
on how many cars can be kept on the premises, but the issue is being considered. Discussion
followed regarding the number of vehicles that should be allowed to be kept on the premises.
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Commissioner Makin questioned how many employees are employed and Mr. Trevino
replied, “three (3).”
Chairman Nejad stated that the City gave Mr. Sipaque 6 spaces but he would allow eleven
(11) or twelve (12) spaces because the spaces are already marked. Councilmember Sam
expressed concerns about the cars being parked on the lot. More discussion followed
regarding the number of vehicles kept on the premises.
The public hearing closed. Chairman Nejad made a motion to consider the request for an
Amended Specific Use Permit to allow a tire repair, tire sales and auto repair establishment
in a NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District as requested for File 2349-P with the following
conditions:
1. All inventory display and tire repair and installation shall be done within the confines of
the existing building.
2. No motor vehicle sales shall be permitted.
3. Elimination of the eastern-most drive on Delaware, replacing it with a landscaped island
and four (4) crepe myrtles trees.
4. No more than fourteen (14) vehicles are stored at the property in addition to what is in the
three (3) bays.
5. Provide a standard van accessible access isle along with one ADA compliant parking
space.
Commissioner Makin seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 8:1 (Craig).
3) File 2106-P: Consider a request to revoke a Specific Use Permit to allow a tire repair and
sales establishment in a NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District.
Applicant: City of Beaumont Planning Division
Location: 2795 Eastex Freeway
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Chairman Nejad stated that the request to revoke the
Specific Use Permit would not be heard since Mr. Sipaque’s request for an Amended
Specific Use Permit was approved.
4) File 2336-P: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a Residential Substance
Abuse Treatment Facility in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest
Density) District.
Applicant: Land Manor, Inc.
Location: 4655 Collier Street
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. At a Joint Public Hearing held on April 16, 2018, the
Planning Commission recommended 7:1 to approve a request for a request for a Specific Use
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Permit to allow a Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Facility in an RM-H (Residential-
Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District located at 4655 Collier Street with the
following conditions:
1. Thirty-two (32) off-street parking spaces will be required including two (2) ADA spaces,
one being van accessible. ADA compliant access isles and ramps must also be installed.
2. Structure must be brought up to Fire code per occupancy. (IFC/City Ordinances)
At the City Council meeting held April 24, 2018, concerns were expressed that security had
not been fully discussed for this item. City Council voted to return the item to the next
Planning Commission meeting for further review.
At the May 21, 2018 Planning Commission meeting there was much discussion about
security and the item was tabled allowing the applicant time to devise a more thorough
security plan. The applicant was asked to provide additional details regarding the program
and security. Nothing had been submitted at the time this report was printed. Given this
concern, a third condition has been added.
Land Manor, Inc. is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a residential substance abuse
treatment facility at 4655 Collier Street. The applicant states the facility would treat both
males and females, but would most likely be occupied by adult or adolescent males. This
location would be a 24 hour residential facility where the individuals live on a temporary
basis. Several years ago, the property was used as a residential treatment facility, but had
been converted to office space for the past 10 plus years. Therefore, a Specific Use Permit
was required. The facility will accommodate up to 21 residents.
Staff recommended approval with the following conditions:
1. Thirty-two (32) off-street parking spaces will be required including two (2) ADA spaces,
one being van accessible. ADA compliant access isle and ramps must also be installed.
2. Structure must be brought up to Fire code per occupancy. (IFC/City Ordinances)
3. Operator must provide adequate security for this facility.
Slides of the subject property were shown. Seventeen notices were mailed to property owners
within 200 feet of the subject property. Four (4) were received in favor and one was received
in opposition. Mr. Boone stated that additional notices were mailed to surrounding apartment
complexes in May, and seven (7) notices were received in favor and thirty-two (32) were
received in opposition. Discussion followed regarding additional notices mailed out and
clarification of the gender that will be treated. The Chairman of the Board, Nick Lampson,
8350 Collier Road and the applicant and Executive Director of Land Manor, Inc. Carl White,
2328 Briar Cliff Drive addressed the Commission. Mr. Lampson stated he had additional
Members of the Board accompanying him, Gertrude Cherry, Edward Guffey and the
Counselor, Natashia Slack. Mr. Lampson thanked the Commission for allowing Land
Manor, Inc. to be placed on the agenda a third time. Mr. Lampson gave a brief history about
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the program. He stated the program is only for males ages 12 through 17. He also expressed
Land Manor, Inc. does not intend to incorporate females into the program. If the need arises,
they will be housed in a separate facility, he added. There is a full assessment performed on
every child to determine whether or not they qualify for the level care that will be given at
this facility. The facility does not accept “problem children”, Mr. Lampson added. He stated
it was only a few occasions a child under the age of 12 was admitted into the program and no
child over the age of 17 was ever admitted. There is a full-time monitoring staff and it is one
adult to every eight (8) children. He stated there is a BISD teacher onsite to teach the children
and they are taught behavioral health. There will be a full security fence around the entire
back of the facility so no child can escape; all doors will be monitored with electronic
devices and cameras are already installed. There is 24-hour supervision and head counts are
performed for all three shifts. He also added there is no record of any child escaping their
facility and being reported to law enforcement. Vice-Chairman Mason asked are children that
are able to drive themselves, are allowed to have a vehicle on the premises during treatment.
Mr. Lampson replied, “No, the children are not allowed to leave until discharged.”
Commissioner Senigaur asked if the program offers any type of trade skills. Mr. Lampson
replied, “It is not that type of program and that it is only for substance abuse.” An additional
counselor, Kim Arrington, 1348 Moore Road addressed the Commission. Mrs. Arrington
stated she is the Director of the outpatient adult facility in Beaumont. She spoke in favor of
the request and guaranteed that it would be a top notch facility. Alternate Commissioner Pate
asked would a co-ed facility be considered if the decision was ever made to treat females.
Mr. Lampson replied, the facility is only designed to treat males and they will never
combine males with females, if they later decide to treat females, it will be at a separate
location. Mr. White stated after a discussion with his Board members the decision was made
to treat only male adolescents. Mayor Ames asked what is the typical length of stay for the
patients. Mr. White replied, six (6) months or sixty (60) to ninety (90) days. Natashia Slack,
8062 Indian Blanket spoke in favor of the request. No other questions or comments. The
public hearing closed.
Commissioner Senigaur made a motion to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to
allow a Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Facility in an RM-H (Residential Multiple
Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District as requested for File 2336-P with the following
conditions:
1. Thirty-two (32) off-street parking spaces will be required including two (2) ADA spaces,
one being van accessible. ADA compliant access isle and ramps must also be installed.
2. Structure must be brought up to Fire code per occupancy. (IFC/City Ordinances)
3. Operator must provide adequate security for this facility.
4. Facility will only treat adolescent males ages 17 and under.
Alternate Commissioner Craig seconded the motion. Alternate Commissioner New suggested
to the Commission that they add to the conditions to treat only adolescent males 17 and
under.
Commissioner Senigaur and Alternate Commissioner Craig agreed to the condition. Motion
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to approve carried 9:0.
5) File 2345-P: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow the expansion of a church
in an HI (Heavy Industrial) District.
Applicant: Richard Faust-Faust Engineering & Surveying, Inc.
Location: Southwest corner of Rusk Street and South 13th Street
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc.
is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow the expansion of a church at the southwest
corner of Rusk and 13th Street. The property is zoned HI (Heavy Industrial) and requires a
Specific Use Permit for a church.
Mr. Faust states that the church plans to add a fellowship hall, classrooms and parking. All
utilities are available and a new fire hydrant will be installed by the City, at the applicant’s
expense.
Staff recommended approval of the request. Slides of the subject property were shown.
Nineteen (19) notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject
property. Two (2) notices were received in favor and none were received in opposition. A
brief discussion followed. Richard Faust, representing Faust Engineering & Surveying, Inc.,
2525 Calder addressed the Commission. Mr. Faust stated that there would be a firewall
between the building and the sanctuary. He also added there will be an asphalt parking lot, a
classroom and a meeting building where the church, in the future, plans to prepare meals to
distribute to the community. No other questions for Mr. Faust. The Pastor, Ambrose
Nixon, Jr. representing Lily of the Valley Missionary Baptist Church, 4995 Rue Drive
addressed the Commission. Mr. Nixon stated that the church is in dire need of more room
and would like to build a few classrooms, restrooms and a kitchen which will also be utilized
as a Fellowship Hall. He also added that the Fire Department suggested to him to install the
firewall so that the building will be in compliance. Commissioner Senigaur asked if the
building is a steel building. Mr. Nixon replied, “It is a wood framed building.” No other
questions or comments. The public hearing closed.
Alternate Commissioner Craig made a motion to approve the request for a Specific Use
Permit to allow the expansion of a church in a HI (Heavy Industrial) District as requested for
File 2345-P. Commissioner Senigaur seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 9:0.
6) File 2346-P: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit for a new shopping center
(Applicant is requesting restaurants, retail, insurance agents/carriers and health, professional
or personal services) in a GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2)
District.
Applicant: Richard Faust-Faust Engineering & Surveying, Inc.
Location: South of 3529 North Major Drive
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying,
Inc. is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a new shopping center just south of 3529
Major Drive. This property was annexed in 2016 and zoned to GC-MD-2 (General
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Commercial - Multiple Family Dwelling-2) earlier this year. Existing development on this
portion of the west side of Major Drive was existing when the annexation took place.
Mr. Faust states that possible uses may include restaurants, retail, insurance agents/carriers
and health, professional or personal services. The site will include up to twelve (12) lease
spaces. All utilities are available along North Major Drive and the developer states that
drainage will be provided by TXDOT (Texas Department of Transportation)
Slides of the subject property were shown. Five (5) notices were mailed to property owners
within 200 feet of the subject property. One notice was received in favor and none were
received in opposition.
Staff recommended approval with the following conditions:
1. A six (6) foot wide landscaping edge or buffer shall be required along the parking lot
that faces towards Major Drive, to meet Ordinance requirements.
2. Preapproved uses are limited to restaurant, retail and professional office space.
3. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary
sewer services.
4. Sidewalk must be provided along Major Drive.
Chairman Nejad asked for clarification on whether or not TXDOT will be providing the
drainage for the project. Mr. Boone stated, “Mr. Faust will address the question.” Mr. Faust,
representing Faust Engineering & Surveying Inc., 2525 Calder addressed the Commission.
Mr. Faust stated that in May, 2016 TXDOT implemented new requirements for drainage into
their systems. TXDOT will review prior to approval of construction. Mr. Faust stated that he
understood and agreed with the conditions. No other questions or comments. The public
hearing closed. Commissioner Little made a motion to approve the request for a Specific Use
Permit for a new shopping center in a GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family
Dwelling-2) District as requested for File 2346-P with the following conditions:
1. A six (6) foot wide landscaping edge or buffer shall be required along the parking lot that
faces towards Major Drive, to meet Ordinance requirements.
2. Preapproved uses are limited to restaurant, retail and professional office space.
3. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary
sewer services.
4. Sidewalk must be provided along Major Drive.
Alternate Commissioner Craig seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 9:0.
7) File 2348-Z: Consider a request for a Rezoning from RM-H (Residential Multiple Family
Dwelling-Highest Density) District to GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family
Dwelling) or a more restrictive District.
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Applicant: John Wilson
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Location: 2680 North 11 Street
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. John Wilson has requested a rezoning from RM-H
(Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) to GC-MD (General Commercial
Multiple Family Dwelling) District for a portion of the property located at 2680 North 11th
Street.
Mr. Wilson would like to use the property for a new restaurant. While the front of the
property is zoned GC-MD (General Commercial - Multiple Family Dwelling), the rear
portion of the property is zoned RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling – Highest
Density). A restaurant is not permitted in RM-H zoning.
Planning staff recommended rezoning of the property to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial -
Multiple Family Dwelling-2). This zoning would require submittal of a Specific Use Permit
and offer a buffer for the residential properties located to the north and east.
Slides of the subject property were shown. A brief discussion followed. Thirty-one (31)
notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. Three (3)
responses were received in favor and one received in opposition. The notice received
in opposition expressed concerns regarding noise and lighting of the establishment. No
questions for Mr. Boone. John Wilson, 4190 Gladys addressed the Commission. Mr. Wilson
stated that he will address the concerns of the neighbors before moving forward. A brief
discussion followed regarding the neighbors’ concerns. No other questions or
comments. The public hearing closed. Commissioner Makin made a motion to approve the
request for a Rezoning from RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density)
District to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling-2) as requested for
File 2348-Z. Commissioner Craig seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 9:0.
8) File 2351-Z: Consider a request for a Rezoning from NC (Neighborhood Commercial)
District to RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District or a more
restrictive District.
Applicant: Gerald Condon
Location: 95 South Major Drive
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Gerald Condon has requested a rezoning from NC
(Neighborhood Commercial) District to RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling
Highest Density) for a portion of the property located at 95 South Major Drive.
Mr. Condon is selling this property to a company who hopes to build an apartment complex
at this location.
Slides of the subject property were shown. Eleven (11) notices were mailed to property
owners within 200 feet of the subject property. One response was received in favor and none
were received in opposition. Planning staff recommended approval of the request.
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Mr. Gerald Condon, 550 IH-10 addressed the Commission. Mr. Condon stated he has a buyer
interested in developing the 1.73 acres the apartment complex is a plus in the area due to the
complex located on the same side where the Elementary school and Junior High School are
located. He added children will not have to cross Major Drive and traffic control has been
established. Vice-Chairman Mason asked about how many units will be built. Mr. Boone
replied, “One unit per 1500 square feet” and Mr. Condon replied, “about 48 units and added
that they are not exceeding the allowable limits.” No other questions or comments. The
public hearing closed. Alternate Commissioner Craig made motion to approve the request for
a Rezoning from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District to RM-H (Residential Multiple
Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District as requested for File 2351-Z. Commissioner Little
seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 9:0.
9) File 2352-P: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a restaurant in a NC
(Neighborhood Commercial) District.
Applicant: Jessi Ly
Location: 3695 Calder Avenue
Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Jessi Ly is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a
restaurant in an existing shopping center located at 3695 Calder Avenue.
Ms. Ly owns a food preparation business in Nederland. She is expanding her business to
Beaumont and would like to be able to provide her customers with a place to sit down and
enjoy the foods currently offered for purchase. All food preparation will be completed at the
Nederland location.
Slides of the subject property were shown. Sixteen (16) notices were mailed to property
owners within 200 feet of the subject property. One response was received in favor and one
was received in opposition. Staff recommended approval with the following conditions:
1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary
sewer services, including any requirements of the City's pre-treatment program.
2. City ordinances and International Fire Code 2015 to be observed.
Mr. Boone stated since no food prep will take place at the establishment, a determination will
be made on whether or not a grease trap is needed. Jessi Ly, 1723 Llano Street, Port Neches,
TX addressed the Commission. Mrs. Ly stated that the food is already pre-made and
packaged at the Nederland location. She added there will only be a cooler and a microwave in
the establishment. She also stated that most patrons purchase the food to-go but will have the
choice to sit down and eat at the Beaumont location so a grease trap will not be needed. She
states they would like to eventually expand the business to Beaumont but as of now
Nederland is where they reside. No other questions or comments. The public hearing closed.
Vice-Chairman Mason made the motion to approve a request for a Specific Use Permit to
allow a restaurant in a NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District as requested for File 2352-P
with the following conditions:
1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary
sewer
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services, including any requirements of the City's pre-treatment program.
2. City ordinances and International Fire Code 2015 to be observed.
Alternate Commissioner Craig seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 9:0.
OTHER BUSINESS
THERE BEING NO OTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 5:07
P.M.
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