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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1689-ZUK DATE: October 27, 2003 TO: Planning Commission and City Council FROM: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Request for a zone change from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) to GC -MD (General Commercial -Multiple Family Dwelling) District or more restrictive district. FILE: 1689-Z STAFF REPORT The Planning Manager recommends approval to GC-MD-2. A total of four property owners have applied for a zone change to GC -MD for the properties located at 2095, 2125, 2155 and 2175 S. Major Drive. It is their desire to operate a variety of commercial businesses ranging from a pottery/crafts/lawn accessory hobby shop to a hair salon/massage therapy/health products store to a paralegal business to a gift shop/food service business. Mr. Charles Collins, at 2125 S. Major, originally submitted an application to rezone his property. When he visited with his neighbors, lie found out that there were several others who were interested in rezoning, as well. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Kelly (2095 S. Major), Ms. Jill Sheffield (2155 S. Major) and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Colbert, Sr. joined Mr. Collins in the request. The Comprehensive Plan designates this area as a Neighborhood Growth Unit. This concept designates commercial nodes at the intersections of major thoroughfares. GC -MD zoning is across Major Drive from the subject property at the southwest corner of Major and Washington. GC-MD-2 would allow for commercial development but with the added protection of a specific use permit for each use. Exhibits are attached. lik"t 'U'14301 Notices mailed to property owners 27 Responses in Favor . Responses in Opposition LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCES PURPOSES Being Lots 11-14, Block B, Amelia Heights Addition, City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, containing 2.96 acres, more or less. 2095 S. Major Drive Beaumont, TX 77707 September 13, 2003 Mr. Steve Richardson, Planning Commission, and City Council, City of Beaumont Ladies and Gentlemen: RE: Lot 13, Block B, Amelia Heights, Located at 2125 S. Major Drive or Approximately 275'south of the Washington Blvd. and Major Drive Intersection, Beaumont, TX Our names are Gwen and Donald Kelly, and I own Lot 14, in Block B of the Amelia Heights Subdivision. Mr. Charles Collins has discussed with me his intention of applying for a rezoning status of "general commercial". I wanted to let you, Mr. Richardson, Planning Commission, and City Council, know that I am in full support of this application being approved for the success of Mr. Charles Collins' business. I hope you give him every consideration for approval. Sincerely, rAA Gwen and Donald Kelly Homeowner GK/DK/Ic Adl,5-,S, )h4j4&, 7y 9 7 o 7-A At 6,v dff $," 'be� -Z I I J- S. 04 A OL 2125 S. Major Drive Beaumont, TX 77707 September 13, 2003 Mr. Steve Richardson, Director Planning and Zoning City of Beaumont 801 Main Street, Room 201 Beaumont, TX 77701 Dear Mr. Richardson: RE: Lot 13, Block B, Amelia Heights, Located at 2125 S. Major Drive or Approximately 275'south of the Washington Blvd. And Major Drive Intersection, Beaumont, TX Enclosed please find a completed "Application for Amendment of the Zoning Ordinance", Beaumont, Texas, for the property referenced above. At this time, I'm requesting that the District Regulations in the City of Beaumont Zoning Ordinance be changed from "singI6 family residence" to "general commercial" with regards to the above -referenced tract. I have also enclosed letters of support from some of my neighbors. I have studied the area on Major Drive north from Washington Boulevard to College, south on Major Drive back for one mile from Washington Boulevard, and east on Washington Boulevard to Glendale. The area mentioned has many businesses on Major Drive and many empty lots in the three directions mentioned. Included in the many businesses are two car repair shops, a self - storage business, a fire station, an air conditioning shop, and various offices, along with empty lots that are just being overgrown with brush. This is a major thoroughfare to 1- 10 and the Southeast Texas Entertainment Center. My lot (Lot 13) is a very short distance from the intersection of Major Drive and Washington Boulevard, and I believe I would have an excellent opportunity to make my business succeed. I plan to have a hair salon/massage therapy and health products store. I have discussed this with six of my closest neighbors, and all of those I have contacted have said that they are not opposed to my request of having my lot Mr. Steve Richardson Page 2 September 13, 2003 changed to "general commercial." I believe this type of business would fit in well with this area and not take away from the integrity of the area. Your consideration of this request is appreciated, and I look forward to working with the City of Beaumont to insure the success of this business. Please do not hesitate to call if you should have any questions or require additional information. Sincerely, Z�x Charles B. Collins Homeowner CBC/Ic _L I T,(- I- WIA9 dal ]ILL SHEFFIELD 2155 S. Major Drive Beaumont, T*, 77707 September 26, 2003 Mr. Steve Richardson Planning Commission & City Counsel City of Beaumont RE., Lot 13,, Block 5, Amelia Heights Located at 2125 S. Major Drive or Approximately 275'south of Washington Blvd. and S. Major Drive Intersection, Beaumont, 7X Dear Mr. Richardson;, I, ]ill R. Sheffield, am the sole owner of Lot 12, in Block B of the Amelia Heights Subdivision. My next door neighbor, Mr. Charles Collins has discussed with me and several surrounding neighbors his intentions for applying for a re -zoning status of "general commercial". This letter confirms my full support for his application for the re -zoning. I am under the impression that Mr. Collins will be operating a business from the above location and I am in full support his actions. Myself, I would like to take into consideration the possibility of opening a part-time Paralegal business out of my residence. In addition, my room mate has also taken in the consideration possibly expanding his landscaping business to this location at some point. In addition, I consent to the re -zoning for the sole fact that the vacant lots and adjacent properties are already in a commercial status and commercial business continues to grow through out this area. Thank you for you consideration in this matter. r-*.-cerely, ]i r1heffleld M 2 17 S-,S-. A4 Ai ,vr2., 2175 South Major Drive Beaumont, Texas 77707 September 25, 2003 Mr. Steve Richardson, Director Planning and Zoning City of Beaumont 801 Main Street, Room 201 Beaumont, TX 77701 Re: Our Lot 11, Block B, Amelia Heights, Located at 2175 South Major Drive, Beaumont, Texas 77707 Dear Mr. Richardson: This letter is in response to Mr. Charles B. Collins' letter to you dated September 13, 2003 (Lot 13, Block B, 2125 South Major Drive), in which he submits an "Application for Amendment of the Zoning Ordinance," Beaumont Texas, requesting that his "single family residence" be converted to "general commercial." Mr. Collins informed us of his desire to accomplish this, and we are in total agreement with this change, so much so that we are requesting that our "single family residence" property listed above also be considered for "general commercial" status. Our vision and plan involve a gift shop and food service. We believe a business such as this is vital to this area. This type of business would also raise greater awareness of the Entertainment Center's location, activities and events. Our business would also positively impact the community by providing convenience and quality service, as well as stimulate economic growth and cultural diversity in an atmosphere of Christian love and serenity. Thank you for your consideration regarding this matter. We look forward to working with the City of Beaumont in its efforts to diversify and expand. Sincerely, v. 1..�umn2amptV N- NOWWOMNIM0 Lin aTheresaColbert eie FILE 1682-Z: Request for an zone change from RS (Residential Single Family NORTH Dwelling) to GC -MD (General Commercial - Multiple Family Dwelling) or a more restrictive district. Location: 2095, 2125, 2155 and 2175 S. Major Drive SCALE Applicants: Charles B. Collins, Donald K. Colbert, Sr., Jill Sheffield and Donald Kelly 1 1`200' 7 J1 GC -MD, Y -P. 40 1 '1 -,, GENERAL INFORMATION/PUBLIC UTILITIES APPLICANT: Charles Collins, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Kelly, Jill Sheffield, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Colbert, Sr. PROPERTY OWNERS: LOCATION: EXISTING ZONING: PROPERTY SIZE: -'Y— SURROUNDING LAND USES: NORTH: Residential EAST: Residential SOUTH: Residential WEST: Commercial, vacant COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: OTHER PHYSICAL FEATURES: STREETS: WATER: SANITARY SEWER SERVICE: FIRE PROTECTION: ADEQUACY OF SERVICE: Same 2095, 2125, 2155, 2175 S. Major Drive RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District 2.96 acres, more or less Residential Special flood hazard areas inundated by 100- year flood/Zone "X" Shaded - areas of 500-year flood SURROUNDING ZONING: RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District RS RS GC -MD (General Commercial -Multiple Family Dwelling) District, RS Neighborhood Growth Unit Residential structures Major Drive - major arterial with a varying right-of-way and 5 lanes Open ditch 6" water line 6" - 8" sanitary sewer line Fire protection is provided by Station #6, 1880 S. Major Drive Services are adequate.