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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5-16-16 PC Minutes * M I N U T E S * REGULAR MEETING JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL City Council Chambers May 16, 2016 A Regular Meeting and Joint Public Hearings of the Planning Commission and City Council was held on May 16, 2016 and called to order at 3:15 p.m. with the following members present: Commission Members present: Chairman Sina Nejad Vice-Chairman Marty Craig Commissioner J.P. Colbert Commissioner Ava Graves Commissioner Eddie Senigaur Commissioner Sherrene Cook Commissioner LaBonna Spikes Commissioner Lauren Williams-Mason Commission Members absent: Commissioner Lynda Kay Makin Commissioner Bill Little Alt. Commissioner Frank Messina Alt. Commissioner Clint Walters Councilmembers present: Mayor Becky Ames Councilmember W.L. Pate Councilmember Claude F. Guidroz Councilmember Mike Getz Councilmember Audwin Samuel (arrived at 3:42 p.m.) Councilmember Gethrel Williams-Wright Councilmember Robin Mouton Also present: Chris Boone, Director of Planning and Community Development Adina Ward, Planner II Raymond Rowzee, Planner I Tina Broussard, City Clerk Tyrone Cooper, City Attorney 1 Planning and Zoning May 16, 2016 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Craig made a motion to approve the minutes from March 21, 2016. Commissioner Spikes seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 8:0. *Commissioner Graves made comments regarding the minutes, stated that Councilmember Samuel was shown absent and present, on Pg. 4 Commissioner Graves pointed out that she rescinded a motion, wanted to know if it needed to be shown in minutes, City Attorney Cooper, stated that the rescind could be shown in the minutes as presented. * REGULAR MEETING 1) Replat – The Meadowlands, Block 4: Consider a request for approval of a Replat of The Meadowlands, Block 4 and a 0.319 acre tract of land into Lot 28, Block 4, The Meadowlands, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Fitz & Shipman, Inc. Location: 6535 Durango Drive Mr. Boone presented the staff report. The purpose of the replat is to create a new lot. Fitz & Shipman, Inc. have requested approval of a Replat of Block 4, The Meadowlands and 0.319 acre tract of land into Lot 28, Block 4, The Meadowlands. The property is located at 6535 Durango Drive. The proposed lot does meet the required minimum lot size. Slides of the subject property were shown. Twenty two (22) notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. No responses were received in favor and no responses were received in opposition. The Planning staff recommended approval. Chairman Nejad asked if anyone would like to speak for or against the case. Mitch Brakin with Fitz & Shipman, spoke regarding this item and answered any questions. The public hearing was closed. 2 Planning and Zoning May 16, 2016 Commissioner Craig made a motion to approve the request for a Replat of The Meadowlands, Block 4 and a 0.319 acre tract of land into Lot 28, Block 4, The Meadowlands, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Commissioner Senigaur seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 8:0. JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS 1) File 2260-Z: Consider a request to rezone a 6.00 acre tract of land from R-S – l (Residential - Single Family District) to GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District) or a more restrictive zoning district. Applicant: Mark Whiteley & Associates, Inc. Location: Eastex Freeway, approximately 500 feet northwest of Caswell Road Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Mark W. Whiteley and Associates, Inc., on behalf of Gospel Center Church, is requesting a zone change for approximately 5.14 acres to the west of 7505 Eastex Freeway. Property to the east and west is zoned GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District). While staff agrees that the most appropriate zoning of the property would be commercial, GC-MD-2 (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District – 2) would be more appropriate, allowing for additional protection of the residential properties to the south. Slides of the subject property were shown. Seventeen (17) notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. Two (2) responses were received in favor and two (2) in opposition. The oppositions expressed concerns for GC-MD and the effects it might have on their properties. Chairman Nejad opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wanted to speak for or against the case. Tom Rowe, with Mark Whiteley & Associates, Inc., addressed Commissioners on behalf of Gospel Center Church. The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Craig made a motion to approve the request to rezone a 6.00 acre tract of land from R-S (Residential – Single Family District) to GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District) or a more restrictive zoning district. Commissioner Williams-Mason seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 8:0. 3 Planning and Zoning May 16, 2016 2) File 2261-Z: Consider a request to rezone a 1.00 acre tract of land from R-S (Residential - Single Family Dwelling District) to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial - Multiple Family Dwelling District - 2). Applicant: Hani Tohme of Golden Triangle Consulting Engineers Location: The south side of Washington Blvd. between Blossom Drive & Municipal Drive Mr. Boone presented the staff report. In January of this year, Mr. Hani Tohme submitted a request to rezone this property from R-S (Residential – Single Family Dwelling District) to GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District). Following discussion as well as voiced opposition, the Planning Commission asked the applicant to consider GC-MD-2 as an alternative. Mr. Johns, the owner of the property, said that he was not interested, and the Planning Commission recommended denial of the request. Mr. Tohme has now submitted a request to rezone the same piece of property from R-S to GC-MD-2. Approval of GC- MD-2 would require that the applicant gain approval of a Specific Use Permit before he could develop the property. Slides of the subject property were shown. This item was sent to all interested parties. Eight (8) notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. One (1) response in favor and three (3) in opposition were received. The three (3) in opposition would like the property to remain zoned RS. Chairman Nejad opened the public hearing and asked for any comments. Hani Tohme, with Golden Triangle Consulting Engineers, spoke regarding this item and answered any questions. Kent Johns, owner of the property spoke regarding this item and answered any questions. The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Senigaur made a motion to approve a request to rezone a 1.00 acre tract of land from R-S (Residential – Single Family Dwelling District) to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District – 2). Commissioner Cook seconded the motion. Commissioners Colbert, Graves and Craig opposed. Motion to approve carried 5:3. 4 Planning and Zoning May 16, 2016 3. File 2262-Z: Consider a request to rezone a 1.456 acre tract from RM-H (Residential -Multiple Family Dwelling – Highest Density District) to GC-MD (General Commercial - Multiple Family Dwelling District). Applicant: Parkdale Church Location: 4490 Crow Road Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Planning staff recommends rezoning to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District – 2) Parkdale Church plans to sell their property located at 4490 Crow Road. The property is currently zoned RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling – Highest Density District), but all other properties at the intersection of Crow Road and Odom Road and Dowlen Road are zoned GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District). Although the Planning staff agrees that the RM-H zoning is inconsistent with other properties at this intersection, staff recommends rezoning to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District – 2) to protect the residential properties immediately adjacent to the subject property. Potential buyers would be required to submit Specific Use Permits for any use other than a church. Slides of the subject property were shown. This item was sent to all interested parties. Seven (7) notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. One (1) response was received in favor and two (2) in opposition. Of the two (2) in opposition, one (1) was mistaken thinking the case was for their own property, the other called soon after mailing the response to retract the disapproval, as they had discussed plans with the owner. Chairman Nejad opened the public hearing and asked for any comments. Sam Parigi, spoke regarding this item and answered any questions. The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Craig made a motion to approve a request to rezone a 1.456 acre tract of land from RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling – Highest Density District) to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District – 2). Commissioner Williams-Mason seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 8:0. 4. File 2263-P: Consider a request for a revised Specific Use Permit to allow the Expansion of an existing self-storage facility. Applicant: Greg Allen Location: 1655 South Major Drive 5 Planning and Zoning May 16, 2016 Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. All requirements set forth by City Fire Department be met. 2. Installation of a sidewalk along Major Drive. Greg Allen requested and received a Specific Use Permit to open a self-storage facility at 1655 S. Major Drive in July of 2003. This current request is to allow two (2) additional buildings on the property. These new buildings would expand the property’s storage capacity. The new structures are located at Major Drive and should not further disturb neighboring properties to the east. There will be no changes to the hours of operation, or the manner in which business is conducted at the site. Slides of the subject property were shown. This item was sent to all interested parties. Twenty nine (29) notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. No responses were received in favor or in opposition. Chairman Nejad opened the public hearing and asked for any comments. Robert Fisher with Uncle Bob’s, spoke regarding this item and answered any questions. The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Williams-Mason made a motion to approve a request for a revised Specific Use Permit to allow the expansion of an existing self-storage facility, with the following conditions: 1) All requirements set forth by the City Fire Department be met and; 2) Installation of a sidewalk along Major Drive. Commissioner Cook seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 8:0. 5. File 2264-P: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a Marina and Recreational Vehicle Park in a GC-MD (General Commercial - Multiple Family Dwelling District). Applicant: USA Self Storage Inc. Location: 560 Marina Drive Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. All floodplain and floodway requirements be met. 6 Planning and Zoning May 16, 2016 2. All requirements set forth by the City Fire Department be met. 3. The site plan meets all Recreational Vehicle design requirements set forth in Section 24.06.008 of the City of Beaumont Ordinance. USA Self Storage, Inc. is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a recreational vehicle park and marina in a GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District). The 30.18 acre tract of land is located at the edge of the Neches River. This property has been operated as the Beaumont Marina for many years. There will be approximately 149 RV parking spaces/rental cabins, a clubhouse, pavilion, laundry facilities and a swimming pool on site. The property is currently used as a public marina for boat launches, for wet and dry boat storage and for operation of the Beaumont Yacht Club. USA intends to continue to enhance and improve the marina operations. Slides of the subject property were shown. This item was sent to all interested parties. Eight (8) notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. No responses were received in favor or in opposition. Chairman Nejad opened the public hearing and asked for any comments. Lance Fox, 3545 Calder, spoke regarding this item and answered any questions. The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Senigaur made a motion to approve a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a Marina and Recreational Vehicle Park in a GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple Family Dwelling District) with the following conditions; 1) All floodplain and floodway requirements be met; 2) All requirements set forth by City Fire Department be met; 3) The site plan meet all Recreational Vehicle design requirements set forth in Section 24.06.008 of the City of Beaumont Ordinance. Commissioner Craig seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 8:0. 6. File 867-OB: Consider a request for annexation of approximately 77.737 Acres of land. Applicant: City of Beaumont Planning Division Location: The southwest corner of Folsom Drive @ Major Drive. Mr. Boone presented the staff report. The City has identified a 77.737 acre area, for possible annexation into the City of Beaumont. The area is located at the southwest corner of Folsom Drive and Major Drive. 7 Planning and Zoning May 16, 2016 This area is divided into five (5) parcels and is served by city water and sewer services from Major Drive. This portion of Major Drive has experienced new development, including a church, an apartment complex and a restaurant. Being outside the city limits, fire, emergency and police response to these properties is currently limited. Because of these facts, staff recommended annexing this area. In addition to this hearing, there will be two additional hearings before the City Council prior to adoption of the ordinance for annexation. The Commissioners were given a copy of the “Annexation Service Plan” outlining the municipal services to this area as it is incorporated into the City of Beaumont. Slides of the subject property were shown. This item was sent to all interested parties. Five (5) notices were mailed to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. No responses were received in favor or in opposition. Chairman Nejad opened the public hearing and asked for any comments. Sam Parigi, spoke to Commissioners in regards to this item and answered any questions. The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Craig made a motion to approve a request for the annexation of approximately 77.737 Acres of land. Commissioner Cook seconded the motion. Motion to approve carried 8:0. OTHER BUSINESS None THERE BEING NO OTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 4:36 P.M. 8