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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1277-ZP2 DATE: July 10, 1995 TO: Historic Landmark, Planning Commission and City Council FROM: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Director SUBJECT: Request to remove subject property from HC-D.1 (Oaks Historic District). FILE: 1277-Z STAFF REPORT The Planning Director recommends tabling this request until such time that an alternate use can be found for the use of the house either on this property or at an alternate location. A related Certificate of Appropriateness has been requested asking the Historic Landmark Commission for approval to demolish the structure. The applicants have requested that the subject property be removed from the Oaks Historic District so that they may purchase the property for expansion of an adjacent existing business. It is the desire of the applicants to demolish the existing house, expand the A-1 Glass Company Building onto the subject property and provide customer parking along the front of the subject property, facing Calder Avenue. The applicants feel that in regards to the proposed operation of their business on the subject property, it would be more practical for the property to be removed from the Oaks Historic District. It is the concern of the Planning Director that this house be saved as it is a contributing structure to the Oaks Historic District (District). When the District was created in 1993, care was taken to exclude the commercial properties along Calder Avenue and 11th Street. The City did not want to hinder the operation of those businesses with the historic district regulations. However, there were three properties along Calder that the City felt historically significant and worth saving. These properties include 1810 Calder (subject property), 2240 Calder and 2394 Calder. This house is now occupied or was until recently. While only a windshield has been taken of the house, the structure appears to be in fairly good condition. The structure could remain residential or be adapted to a number of other uses. The Planning Director has recommended tabling this rezoning request so that all alternatives can be examined. If the house is demolished or moved to another location, then the recommendation of the Planning Director would be to remove this property from the Oaks Historic District. Exhibits are attached. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION Notices Mailed to Property Owners: 20 Responses in Favor: Responses in Opposition: LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES Lot 1 and east 1/2 Lot 2, Block 19, McFaddin Second Addition, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. CRUTCHFiELD DECORDOVA 8 CHAUVEAUX A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION C. C. CRUTCHFIELD. JR. SUITE 210. THE STEDMAN BUILDING DONALD DECORDOVA 490 PARK STREET TONY L. CHAUVEAUX BEAUMONT. TEXAS 77701 TERRY W. WOOD TELEPHONE (409) 833-9175 FACSIMILE (409) 833-8153 SCOTT C. CRUTCHFIELD June 26, 1995 The City of Beaumont Planning Division City Hall, Room 210 801 Main Street Beaumont, Texas 77704 BY HAND DELIVERY Re: Request for Amendment of the Zoning Ordinance - Lot Number 1 & East 1/z of Lot Number 2 In BIock Number 19, McFaddin Second Addition Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas (referred to herein as the "Subject Property") Dear Members of the Planning Commission and City Council: The accompanying Application for Amendment of the Zoning Ordinance has been submitted by Jeff Green and Greg Green, prospective purchasers of the Subject Property. The current owners of the Subject Property have also joined in the application. A valid contract for the purchase of the property has been entered into between the parties, and the transaction has been made contingent upon the outcome of the Application. Jeff and Greg Green are owners of A-1 Glass Company, a local family owned and operated business which provides products and services relating to the installation and maintenance of glass products in automobiles, in homes and in commercial buildings. A-1 Glass Company has been in business for more than twenty-five years, and is currently faced with the need for expansion. The business is located at 1850 Calder Avenue, which is on Calder Avenue, between Second and Third Streets. The location has been shaded yellow on the map attached hereto. The front of the building faces Calder Avenue. Immediately. to the west of the A-1 Glass Company location is another business, Reliable Mufflers. Therefore, the only practical means of physically expanding the existing business is through purchasing the Subject Property, located at 1810 Calder Avenue, and which is shaded orange on the attached map. The Subject Property is located within the Oaks Historic District (sometimes referred to herein as the "District"). The Greens' plans regarding the Subject Property include demolition of the existing building, expanding the A-1 Glass Company building onto the Subject Property, and providing for customer parking along the front of the Subject Property, facing Calder Avenue. Many aspects of the Greens' plan are in conflict with the regulations governing the Oaks Historic District. The Greens, along with the current owners of the Subject Property upon consideration of the long-term aspects of operating under the regulations of the Oaks Historic District, have determined that applying to have the Subject Property W The City of Beaumont - Planning Division June 26, 1995 Page 2 removed from the District would be more practical than applying to the Historic Commission for Certificates of Appropriateness for each aspect of the Greens' master plan regarding the Subject Property. The applicants submit that granting their request would not adversely affect the District as a whole, nor would such action be contrary to the General Purpose and Description provided in Section 30-21 of the Zoning Ordinance which is applicable to Historical Districts in general. A review of the attached map reveals that the Subject Property is not only located on the outskirts of the District, but it is actually situated outside the general boundaries of the District. The Subject Property is only one of three properties facing Calder Avenue which are included within the District. Calder Avenue is a frequently travelled and heavily used commercial thoroughfare. This is especially true of the general area in which the Subject Property is located. Because of the commercial environment surrounding the Subject Property, application of the District's regulations to the Subject Property actually has a negative impact in regard to at least two of the general purposes stated in Section 30-21. First, in regard to the stated purpose of stabilizing and improving property values, application of the District regulations actually serves to reduce the property value of the Subject Property. The property is not generally desired for residential use because of its location in a commercial district. Therefore, the only market in which the Subject Property has any potentially substantial value is in the commercial market. However, the regulations which govern the District render the Subject Property unappealing to commercial investors. Therefore, the Subject Property is practically valueless in the only market in which it would otherwise be desirable. Secondly, continuing to include the Subject Property in the District violates the express purpose of strengthening and diversifying the City's economy. As it currently exists, the Subject Property provides absolutely no economic benefit to the City. if this application is granted, A-1 Glass Company will be able to expand an already existing and thriving local business. This expansion will not only generate work relating to the initial construction of the expanded facility, but more importantly, the planned expansion would allow A-1 Glass Company to service more customers, By servicing more customers, A-1 Glass Company would need more full-time employees. Therefore, the potential for positive and long-term economic impact on the City as a whole would be greatly enhanced if the application is granted. In conclusion, the applicants submit that a favorable ruling on their application would in no way negatively impact the Oaks Historic District. Moreover, as set forth above, a favorable ruling would directly enhance the opportunity for a positive and genuine impact on the City's economy. Jeff and Greg Green, along with the current owners of the Subject Property, appreciate the Planning Commission's and City Council's careful consideration of this matter, and eagerly await the chance to further present their case and answer any questions at the public hearing on July 17. The City of Beaumont - Planning Division June 26, 1995 Page 3 If the City Planning Division has any questions or requires any further information, please contact the undersigned. Sincerely yours, CRUTCHFIELD, DE CORDOVA & CHAUVEAUX A Professional Law Corporation SCC/ah a �.EPP= =- it nQ r • r nY i >e ►I n o /t File 1277-Z: Bequest to delete and remove the HC-D1 (Oaks Historic District) overlay from property. Location: 1810 Calder Applicant: Jeff and Greg Green AZEL AVE. 77%(� MC FADDIN, AVE. " sd . ?o 1 r � 9 ep a rro 50 r i i a rr Ito 3 ,\ s �• x r , so - so r e . e rI n c 21 i h II q4 r. • � / H z �r � o 0h - L W • r i •� y � lA gI1 � NOTH ST. 8 ;r � • �R ►ram Y . 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EXISTING ZONING: LI-HC-D.1 (Light Industrial with Historic District Overlay) PROPERTY SIZE: 0.241 +/- acres EXISTING LAND USES: Residential FLOOD HAZARD ZONE: Zone "C" SURROUNDING LAND USES: SURROUNDING ZONING: NORTH: Residential/Commercial LI (Light Industrial) EAST: Commercial LI (Light Industrial) SOUTH: Commercial HI (Heavy Industrial) WEST. Commercial LI (Light Industrial) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Conservation and Revitalization OTHER PHYSICAL FEATURES: None STREETS: Calder Avenue, a secondary arterial with a 70 ft. wide right of way, 50 ft. wide pavement, 4 lanes wWt turn lane. Second St., a local street with a 60 ft. wide right of way width, 27 ft. wide pavement, 2 lanes. GENERAL INFORMATION/PUBLIC UTILITIES continued DRAINAGE: WATER: SANITARY SEWER: FIRE PROTECTION: On Calder, there is surface drainage. On 2nd Street, there is a 15" storm sewer. There is a 6" line in Calder and a 2" line in 2nd Street. There is an 8" sanitary sewer in the alley at the rear of the property and a 6" sanitary sewer in 2nd Street. Fire protection Station #7 at Avenue. is provided by 1700 McFaddin ADEQUACY OF SERVICE: Services and utilities are adequate.