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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1631-PUR DATE: August 19, 2002 TO: Planning Commission and City Council FROM: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Consider a request for a specific use permit to allow a retail and service business in an RCR (Residential Conservation and Revitalization) District. FILE: 163 1 -P STAFF REPORT The Planning Manager recommends approval of the specific use permit subject to the Zoning Board of Adjustment granting of a special exception to the parking requirements. Sandra and Willie Carter, owners of Jazzy's Shopping Plaza 11 at 2205 Laurel, are operating a retail business establishment that includes a beauty salon, men's andwomen's clothing stores, snack shop, jewelry, handbag and shoe store, portrait studio, general gift shop and paintings and art shop. The previous use of this property was an office facility for a property management business. A specific use permit was issued for that use in 1997. The building was vacant for a period of time prior to the Carters acquiring the building. Exhibits are attached. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION Notices mailed to property owners 22 - Responses in Favor . Responses in Opposition -. LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES Being Lots I and 2, Block 5, Parkdale Addition, City of Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, containing 0.32 acres, more or less. 431-P 2205 Laurel Beaumont, Texas 77701 July 26, 2002 City of Beaumont Planning Division City Hall 801 Main Street, Room 205 Beaumont, Texas 77701 Re: Specific Use Permit Application for Jazzy's 11 Shopping Plaza To Whom It May Concern: Jazzy's 11 Shopping Plaza (The Plaza) is a retail business established for the purpose of providing consumer products and services. The following retail activities are associated with The Plaza: Beauty Salon Men's Clothing Shop Women's Clothing Shop Snack Shop Jewelry, Handbag, and Shoe Shop Portrait Studio General Gift Shop Paintings and Art Shop City of Beaumont July 26, 2002 Page 2 In accordance with Section 30-26.E of the Zoning Ordinance, the eight conditions for a specific use permit have been met as follows: Jazzy's If Shopping Plaza (The Plaza) is completely compatible with the surrounding properties. It presents no threat of injury. It is strongly believed that The Plaza will increase the property value for all residents of the Old Town District and surrounding neighborhood.. The presence of The Plaza will significantly add to the development and improvement of the surrounding neighborhood. Utilities, access roads, drainage, and all other necessary supporting facilities have been provided. The location and design of The Plaza provides a safe and convenient driveway and parking from either side of the building. The general traffic flow (pedestrian and vehicular) does not adversely affect the general public and adjacent development. All measures have been taken to prevent any nuisance from offensive odors, noise, pollution, disturbances, and any other hazards. The lighting at The Plaza does not and will not adversely affect the neighboring properties. The landscaping and lawn are maintained on a weekly basis. The proposed use of The Plaza for the purpose of providing retail products and consumer services are in accordance with the comprehensive plan. Your consideration in granting this request for a specific use permit will be greatly appreciated. If I can be of further assistance, feel free to contact me at (409) 833-7105. Sincerely, Sandra and Willie Carter Owners, Jazzy's 11 Shopping Plaza Greetings, My name is Sandra Carter. I'm a business owner here in Beaumont. I owned a small business for over 15 years here. (Beauty shop/dress shop) the last 9years in the old town district located on Calder Street. (About three months ago). We found out that, My Husband has a health problem that limits his working conditions. We decided to open a larger shop so that we could both continue working and helping each other. We've been truly blessed with great customers. Our new business - Jazzy's shopping plaza has my hair salon alone with men and women clothing. A gift shop, photos, and a snack shop. We have cleaned the building of rodents we have cut down bushes and weeds, clean up trash. We 've added what neighbors/customers says is great. Jazzy's has a Christian environment. Our plans are to work very hard and to be successful .we love being a part of growth. And we love old town. This location is great for us. It is located just a few blocks from our church and home. Prayers are being said. So we thank you all for reading our letter and considering our needs. Gods blessing always. ccp �!.� d � qyjr 11_ Jazzys Shopping Plaza Has met the Zoning Ordinance requirements to obtain an Use Permit as follows: Jazzys Shopping Plaza is a new bussiness in the area which will help th property value for all that resides in the Old Town District. i The Plaza's presance will add to the developernent and improvement of the surrounding vacant property. Improvements to the the access roads, drainage, and other necessary facilities have been provided for as needed. The Location and design of this building provides safe and convenient parking from either sides of the Plaza, without effecting the general traffic flow or other adjacents developernents. We have taken all measures to prevent any nuisance from odor, noise, polution, disturbances and any other hazardards. The lighting here at the Piazza does not and will not affect neighboring properties. The landcaping are kept up with lawn maitenance service on a weekly Aasis. The proposed use Of The Jazzys Shopping Piazza for the purpose of retail, beauty shop, snack shop, photography and other services are in accordance with the comprehensive plan. LO T- 12 [ �CE A L L P-Y Lo'T- I LO T- 2. 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I w40 ria 00 i - i - i i 30 50 ' ao 5a ANALYSIS CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL OF SPECIFIC USE PERMIT (SECTION 30-26.E, ZONING ORDINANCE Application Application isin is not in Comments Compliance Compliance Attached CONDITIONS: I. That the specific use will be compatible with and not injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property, nor significantly diminish or impair property values within the immediate vicinity; x 2. That file establishment of the specific use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding vacant property; x 3. That adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and other necessary supporting facilities have been or will be provided; x 4. The design, location and arrangement of all driveways and parking spaces provides for the safe and convenient movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic without adversely affecting the general public or adjacent developments; x x S. That adequate nuisance prevention measures have been or will be taken to prevent or control offensive odor, fumes, dust, noise and vibration; x 6. That directional lighting will be provided so as not to disturb or adversely affect neighboring properties; x 7. That there are sufficient landscaping and screening to insure harmony and compatibility with adjacent property; and x 8. That the proposed use is in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan. x ANALYSIS continued This application is in conformance with seven of the eight conditions necessary for approval. Comments on Condition 4 follow: 4. 36 parking spaces are required for a retail establishment. 10 spaces are provided. The Zoning Board of Adjustment has the authority to grant a special exception to the parking requirements. GENERAL INFORMATION/PUBLIC UTILITIES APPLICANT: Sandra and Willie Carter for Jazzy's Shopping Plaza 11 PROPERTY OWNER: Same LOCATION: 2205 Laurel LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lots I and 2, Block 5, Parkdale Addition EXISTING ZONING: RCR (Residential Conservation Revitalization) District PROPERTY SIZE: 0.32 acres, more or less EXISTING LAND USES: Retail and service business FLOOD HAZARD ZONE: "X" - Minimal flooding SURROUNDING LAND USES: SURROUNDING ZONING: NORTH: Vacant and residential RCR (Residential Conservation Revitalization) District EAST: Vacant RCR SOUTH: Vacant and residential RCR WEST: Residential RCR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Conservation and Revitalization OTHER PHYSICAL FEATURES: None GENERAL INFORMATION/PUBIAC UTILITIES continued STREETS: Laurel Avenue - 56-58' wide major arterial (one-way east bound) with 37' pavement width. Sixth Street - 60' wide local street with 30' pavement width. DRAINAGE: Curb and gutter WATER: Laurel Avenue - 6" water line Sixth Street - 8" water line SANITARY SEWER SERVICE: Laurel Avenue - 6"-8" sanitary sewer line Sixth Street - 6" sanitary sewer line FIRE PROTECTION: Fire protection is provided by Station #7, 1700 McFaddin. ADEQUACY OF SERVICE: Services are adequate.