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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2-21-22 PC Minutes * M I N U T E S * JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL City Council Chambers February 21, 2022 A Joint Public Hearing of the Planning Commission and City Council was held on February 21, 2022 and called to order at 3:23 p.m. with the following members present: Commission Members present: Chairman Sina Nejad Commissioner Hamza Jabbar Commissioner Shawn Javed Commissioner Darius Linton Commissioner Taher Quraishi Commission Members absent: Commissioner Johnny Beatty Commissioner Lynda Kay Makin Commissioner Tom Noyola Commissioner Sandy Pate Alternate Commissioner Erika Harris Alternate Commissioner Eddie Senigaur Alternate Commissioner Rogers Sorrell Jr. Councilmembers present: Mayor Robin Mouton Mayor Pro Tem Audwin Samuel Councilmember Mike Getz Councilmember Chris Durio Also present: Chris Boone, Director of Planning & Community Development Adina Josey, Senior Planner Sharae Reed, City Attorney Tom Duesler, Senior Assistant City Attorney Catherine Allen, Recording Secretary APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Javed moved to approve the minutes of the Joint Public Hearings held on January 24, 2022. Commissioner Jabbar seconded the motion. The motion to approve the minutes carried 5:0. 1 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 Chairman Nejad congratulated Mr. Boone on his recent selection as interim city manager and wished him success. REGULAR MEETING 1) PZ2022-15: Request to abandon a portion of a City street right-of-way. Applicant: Nathan Rivers Location: 5555 College Street Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Nathan Rivers is requesting the abandonment of a portion of City right-of-way located at 5555 College Street. They would like to designate a specific easement be retained, as opposed to the entire right-of-way. Structures were built in the 1970’s without knowledge of the right-of-way, and subsequent surveys of the property did not show this right-of-way. Upon transfer of ownership this year, a plat dated 1931 was discovered showing the right-of-way. As the right-of-way has not been developed as a street and adjacent businesses have structures in this right-of-way, the new owner would like to abandon the right-of-way. Retaining the entire right-of-way as an easement would still leave encroachments, so the applicant has submitted a proposed utility easement to take care of existing utilities. Slides of the subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with retention of the described utility easement and the City requirements for an abandonment. Commissioner Quraishi asked if this request was for one or more properties and Mr. Boone replied that half of the City’s right-of-way would be abandoned to one property and half to the other. rd The applicant was present. Nathan Rivers, 1660 S 23 Street, addressed the Commission. He stated that his business has outgrown their current location and has purchased the subject property in order to relocate. He added that they will be investing around $1.5 million into the building and need the abandonment to complete their plans. Chairman Nejad asked if Mr. Rivers if he understood that the easement will need to be retained and the other City requirements for an abandonment. Mr. Rivers confirmed his understanding and stated that they are already working with Entergy and Centerpoint. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request to abandon a portion of a City street right- of-way with retention of the described utility easement, as requested in file PZ2022-15 with the following condition: 1. If approved, applicant shall obtain an appraisal and Title Commitment for the property to be abandoned at their expense. Appraisal and Title Commitment must be submitted to the Planning office along with proof that payment has been arranged prior to the item being placed on City Council’s agenda. Commissioner Jabbar seconded the motion. The motion to approve carried 5:0. 2 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 2) PZ2022-31: Request for Preliminary Plat approval of Seven Stars, Phase One, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Joe Pattie Location: 8500 block of State Highway 105 Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Joe Pattie of Arceneaux Wilson & Cole, L.L.C., has requested preliminary plat approval of Seven Stars, Phase One. The project is located on the north side of the 8500 block of State Highway 105. The 6.51 acre development is a twenty-one (21) lot, single family, residential subdivision. All lots will front on Sana Drive, a 50’ wide right-of-way with a newly constructed 27’ wide street. Kareem Drive is proposed to have a 55’ wide right-of-way and a 32’ wide collector street that will access State Highway 105. Water and sewer will be provided by the City of Beaumont and all lots exceed the minimum lot area, width and depth requirements for residential property. The applicant has requested waivers to allow sixty-eight (68) lots on a single outlet and a minor collector street with a 55’ wide right-of-way and 32’ wide back of curb to back of curb paved street. City ordinance states in Section 26.03.002(d), “A street serving more than sixty-four (64), but less than four hundred fifty (450) dwelling units, shall be a minor collector street with a right-of-way of no less than sixty (60) feet and a thirty-six-foot face of curb to face of curb pavement. City Engineering states that in Phase One, Kareem Drive needs to meet City requirements for a minor collector, similar to Deerfield Drive to the east with a sixty (60) foot wide right-of-way and thirty-seven (37) foot back of curb to back of curb pavement. In addition, the applicant is requesting a waiver to the sidewalk along State Highway 105. Reasons offered for the waiver are cost and lack of connecting sidewalks along State Highway 105. Due to a large growth in the population of this area, including Deerfield, subdivisions along Tolivar & RFD Roads, and two (2) large apartment complexes in addition to this proposal, BISD (Beaumont Independent School District) may be looking to build a new school in this area. BISD owns property adjacent to this development to the north. That and Legacy Christian Academy both being less than a quarter mile from this property should require a sidewalk creating safe school routes and there is already a sidewalk to the west. City Ordinance Section 26.03.004(c) states, “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.” No engineering reasons have been provided. Section 26.03.004 states, “If the lot is not developed within five (5) years of the recordation of the final plat, the current property owner shall construct the sidewalk.” Sidewalks within the subdivision shall be provided prior to final building inspection of individual lots unless the lots are not developed within five years. Section 26.03.001(a)(3) states, “Children can walk to school and play areas through pedestrian ways or open space corridors separated from streets and the hazards of moving automobiles.” The neighborhood unit concept should provide access through an easement to the adjacent school property to the north, in a future phase, to be opened should a school be built. Extension of the water and sewer lines will be considered once construction drawings have been submitted and reviewed by City Engineering and Water Departments. 3 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 Slides of the proposed plat were shown. Mr. Boone stated that since the staff report was written, the applicant has met with staff and amended the plat. He explained that in the staff report, staff had recommended approval of the Preliminary Plat but denial of all three (3) waiver requests with the following conditions: 1. Kareem Drive must be revised to meet City standards for a collector street. 2. Provide a sidewalk along State Highway 105, either on private property or in the right-of- way with permission from TXDOT, and add the following note to the final plat: If lots are not developed within five (5) years of the recordation of the final plat, the current property owner shall construct the sidewalk. 3. Provide an easement for pedestrian access to the BISD property to the north. 4. Provide a note on the final plat stating: Common areas to be maintained by the owners within the subdivision. However, now that the applicant has amended the plat request, staff is recommending approval with only one condition: 1. Provide a sidewalk along State Highway 105 with permission from TXDOT, and add the following note to the final plat: If lots are not developed within five (5) years of the recordation of the final plat, the current property owner shall construct the sidewalk. Discussion followed concerning the easement, proposed walkway and sidewalks in the subdivision. The applicant was present. Joe Pattie, representing Arceneaux Wilson & Cole, 3120 Central Mall Drive, addressed the Commission. He stated that he is working with TXDOT on the sidewalk issue, but that he had concerns about a public sidewalk being required in people’s private yards, especially when the nearby Deerfield subdivision was not required to have public sidewalks. Further discussion was had concerning discussions with TXDOT about the sidewalk and right- of-way. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request for Preliminary Plat approval of Seven Stars, Phase One, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as requested in file PZ2022-31 with the following condition: 1. Provide a sidewalk along State Highway 105 with permission from TXDOT, and add the following note to the final plat: If lots are not developed within five (5) years of the recordation of the final plat, the current property owner shall construct the sidewalk. Commissioner Linton seconded the motion. The motion to approve carried 5:0. JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS 4 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 Mayor Mouton called the Joint Public Hearings of February 21, 2022 to order at 3:42 p.m. and explained the purpose of the Joint Public Hearing process. Mayor Mouton then turned the meeting over to Chairman Nejad to conduct the Joint Public Hearings. 3) PZ2021-243: Request for the conveyance and dedication of private streets and infrastructure to the City of Beaumont.  Applicant: Scott Hollemon and the heirs of the A.J. Fasulo Estate (Fig Acres Addition) Location: 2405 – 2499 Wescalder Road  Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Scott Hollemon and the heirs of the A.J. Fasulo Estate have requested that the City of Beaumont accept maintenance of the private drive east of Wescalder Road and north of Baker Road, and its infrastructure. The City recently adopted a process for the conversion of private streets and other infrastructure to public ownership and maintenance. Last year, engineering conducted a survey and analysis of the streets and drainage infrastructure. They found that the entire pavement is in very poor condition and requires a full rehabilitation. The ditches had been poorly maintained and not graded properly to drain with driveway culverts that were not set properly. The condition of water and sewer lines was unknown. At the October Planning and Zoning meeting, after some discussion, the Planning Commission requested a more thorough investigation of the drainage, water and sewer situation and minimum improvements needed for acceptance of the neighborhood. In the following months Engineering did investigate the requested data, and this is what they found: Immediate needs: The water system requires replacement either before or immediately after acceptance of the road rights-of-way. This is to improve the fire protection to the development and to eliminate the multitude of services running from an extensive bank of meters in the Wescalder right-of-way. The current cost estimate is $170,000 to install water mains, service connections, water meters, and fire hydrants. Urgent Work: The City would eventually need to set four (4) manholes on the sanitary sewer system to provide access to the lines for inspection and cleaning. Estimated cost, if performed by City staff, is $7,000. Remaining Work: The remaining work would be addressed during normal prioritization of scheduled workload and are listed in no specific order:  Excavation of roadside ditches and installing driveway culverts to grade. Estimated cost: $245,000.  Replacing the existing 4-inch sewer main with a 6-inch line. Estimated cost: $45,000.  Rehabilitation of asphalt roads. Estimated cost: $212,000. 5 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 Fire Department – Fire Marshal Condina reviewed the site and the Fire Department has concerns about the width and load limits of the current private street. City streets must have a 75,000 pound load limit rating and be wide enough for a fire apparatus. A majority of these streets are narrow being approximately 10’-12’ wide. Solid Waste – Solid Waste provides garbage service to 2425 Wescalder Road. If the City provides solid waste services, improvements to the roads will be required to maintain the weight of the garbage trucks. Due to the narrow width of the streets, having no fire hydrants along the streets and load limit concerns, it is recommended by Public Works to reject the request until upgrades to the streets have been completed. Mr. Boone gave an explanation of the usual subdivision process, a brief history of this subdivision and the process for private street conveyance. Slides of the subject property were shown. Staff recommended denial of the request. Commissioner Quraishi asked how many homes and lots were in the subdivision and Mr. Boone replied that he believed there were nine (9) houses and a few additional lots that could be developed. Commissioner Linton asked about emergency vehicles accessing the roads and Mr. Boone replied that the roads are not to a standard that emergency vehicles require, but that in the event of an emergency, the vehicles do attempt to drive on the roads. Councilmember Durio asked if the residents pay property taxes to the City of Beaumont and Mr. Boone confirmed this to be the case. At the request of Mayor Mouton, Mr. Boone reviewed previous private street conveyance applicants and results. He stated that of three (3) recent applicants, two (2) had been acceptable due to the condition of the streets. He again reviewed the process and policies for private street conveyance. Finally, he reviewed possible options of denying the request, accepting the request if improvements are made or accepting the request and creating a mechanism to finance the improvements. Discussion followed about the water and sewer and estimated costs of repairs needed. City Engineer Molly Villarreal and Public Works Director Bart Bartkowiak clarified specifics of their findings. Further discussion was had about the cost estimates and potential timeline of needed repairs. 6 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 Councilmember Getz stated that the City’s view of what is considered an immediate need differs from the residents’ view. He stated that the residents are most concerned with drainage and street repair. The applicant was present. Scott Hollemon, 2499 Wescalder Road, addressed the Commission. He stated that roads and drainage are the main issues for the residents. He gave a history of the subdivision being annexed into the City after it was developed and that it was not up to the City standards at the time. He added that the original owners are now deceased and that the City should have addressed the conditions at the time of the annexation and that the current owners did not know of this history when they moved there. He added that the residents pay property taxes, but do not see the benefits of City services. Mr. Hollemon stated that they never had the desire to be a private subdivision and have been having to pay for road repairs themselves. He reiterated the need for City services for taxpaying residents in the subdivision. Finally, he thanked the Commission for their consideration. Chairman Nejad asked if this were to be approved, how the City would pay for the needed repairs as they have not been budgeted for. Mr. Boone replied that it would ultimately be up to the City Council and they could deny the request, approve the request as is or come up with a financing mechanism, such as a special assessment. Discussion followed concerning how this request differs from previous private street conveyance cases in that the subdivision was formed many years ago. Commissioner Linton asked if it would be possible for only the recommendations listed as urgent needs to be implemented. Mr. Boone replied that the estimated $170,000 in immediate need recommendations would have to be addressed presently, but that perhaps the other needs could possibly be addressed over time. Discussion followed about how some of the recommendations could be implemented without implementing all of them. The applicant was given an opportunity to speak in rebuttal. He stated that their main concerns are the drainage and roads, which are not listed in the City’s immediate needs recommendations. Chairman Nejad asked if it would be appropriate to ask for the City and applicants to enter into an informal agreement. Ms. Reed clarified that the Commission could only vote to approve, deny or table the request and could not give directions. Mr. Boone stated that this is an issue that has been building for many years and that perhaps tabling it for further discussion may be wise. Chairman Nejad moved to table the request for the conveyance and dedication of private streets and infrastructure to the City of Beaumont, as requested in file PZ2021-243 to allow the applicant to have further discussion with the City. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to table the request carried 5:0. 4) PZ2022-16: Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a drinking place in the GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple-Family Dwelling) District. 7 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 Applicant: Tammi Scott Location: 10425 Eastex Freeway, Suite 100 Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Tammi Scott is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a drinking place at 10425 Eastex Freeway, Suite 100. Ms. Scott states that they plan to offer a family friendly environment, as all of their classic flavors are available in a non-alcoholic option. This location will have a drive-thru window offering to-go daiquiris as well. Hours of operation will be Sunday noon until 10:00 p.m., Monday – Wednesday 2:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and Thursday – Saturday noon until midnight. This use is compatible with uses to the north and south of the property. There will, however, be a 12’x 60’ outdoor patio area next to the building where they plan to host game nights, karaoke and live music. This could be problematic due to the residential properties directly across Old Voth Road. A sound barrier must be provided to protect these residences from loud music, etc. The drive-thru lane will be placed between the restaurant and the patio. This could potentially create a hazard for patrons accessing the patio by crossing the drive-thru lane. In addition, adequate protection for the patrons in the patio from errant vehicles should be provided. Slides of the subject property, site plan and surrounding area were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. Provide an eight (8) foot sound barrier along the entire west side of the outdoor patio area. 2. The layout and design of the drive-thru and patio need to provide adequate protection to the pedestrians and patrons from errant vehicles such as columns, bollards, pavement markings and directional signage. Final approval subject to approval by City Engineering. Eight (8) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero responses were received in favor or in opposition. Discussion followed concerning pedestrians having to cross the drive thru line in order to get to the patio. Mayor Mouton asked about noise concerns due to the proposed uses of karaoke and live music and noted that there have been problems in the past with live music in residential areas. Mr. Boone stated that the patio was submitted after the original application and that the proposed conditions were added to address pedestrian crossing of the drive thru and the potential noise problems. Chairman Nejad stated that he did not want to impose a condition that caused a policing issue. 8 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 Councilmember Getz asked about responses from the property owner notices and Mr. Boone confirmed that there were zero notices received in favor or in opposition. The applicant was not present. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Discussion followed concerning tabling the item until the applicants could be present to address concerns and answer questions about the request. Commissioner Quraishi moved to table the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a drinking place in the GC-MD (General Commercial – Multiple-Family Dwelling) District, as requested in file PZ2022-16. Commissioner Linton seconded the motion. The motion to table the request carried 5:0. 5) PZ2022-28: Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow an adult daycare in the RM-H (Residential Multiple-Family Dwelling – Highest Density) District. Applicant: Jalaina Martin Location: 1945 Sarah Street Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Jalaina Martin is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow an adult daycare at 1945 Sarah Street. This property received permission and operated as an adult daycare from 1986 until around 2016, according to the Polk directory. From about 2017 to 2021, Suga Mama’s Sweets occupied this location. Ms. Martin would like to reestablish this property as an adult daycare. Hours of operation will be 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided. The property has changed uses over time and will need to be brought up to code with current City parking and ADA (American’s with Disabilities Act) requirements. If parking is expanded to meet City requirements, landscaping will need to be updated to meet current City requirements as well. As this property is adjacent to residential properties on all sides, an eight (8) foot tall, wood or masonry fence will be required along the east, south and west property lines. In addition, as this property has not been an adult daycare in several years, the Fire Department will need to inspect the property and all deficiencies must be corrected. Likewise, as food will be served, the property must meet all requirements of the City Water and Health Departments. Slides of the subject property, site plan and surrounding area were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. Parking must be brought up to City and ADA standards. 9 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 2. Landscaping must meet City requirements if the parking lot is expanded and screening is required along the east, south and west property lines. 3. This property must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary sewer improvements, including any requirements of the City’s backflow, pre-treatment, and/or F.O.G. program. 4. Property must be brought into compliance with City Fire Department. Thirty-one (31) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero responses were received in favor or in opposition. The applicant was present. Jalaina Martin, 1945 Sarah Street, addressed the Commission. She stated that the facility had been an adult daycare before and that they will bring it up to the required standards. Chairman Nejad asked why the previous adult daycare had closed and about Ms. Martin’s experience. She stated she did not know why the previous business closed and that she does not have experience in this field, but that she has seen the need, having a mother with Alzheimer’s and not having a place to bring her. She stated that she and her husband run a trucking business and that they are in the process of obtaining the needed license to operate this business. She added that they understand and will comply with the proposed conditions. Commissioner Quraishi asked about the size of the building and the number of clients that will be served and Ms. Martin replied that the building is around 2,100 square feet and that they will serve around sixty (60) clients. Councilmember Durio stated that his family had used the previous adult daycare center for his father and agreed that there is a need for the service in the community. He also asked about what types of payments will be accepted and Ms. Martin stated that they will accept private pay, private insurance and Medicare. The public hearing on this item was opened. Former Mayor David Moore, 5990 Longwood, addressed the Commission. He stated that his mother lives across the street from the subject property and that he was present to represent her interests. He spoke in support the request and hoped it would not be burdened with excessive regulation. The public hearing on this item was closed without further comment. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow an adult daycare in the RM-H (Residential Multiple-Family Dwelling – Highest Density) District, as requested in file PZ2022-28 with the following conditions: 1. Parking must be brought up to City and ADA standards. 10 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 2. Landscaping must meet City requirements if the parking lot is expanded and screening is required along the east, south and west property lines. 3. This property must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary sewer improvements, including any requirements of the City’s backflow, pre-treatment, and/or F.O.G. program. 4. Property must be brought into compliance with City Fire Department. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to approve carried 5:0. 6) PZ2022-43: Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a healthcare training facility in the RCR-H (Residential Conservation Revitalization - Historic) District Applicant: Tanna LaFleur Location: 2005 Broadway Street Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Tanna LaFleur is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a healthcare training facility at 2005 Broadway Street. Students will be trained as nurse aids to provide care for the elderly. Hours of operation will be Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Hands-on training will be conducted at a local nursing home. The parking lot for this property is paved across an existing alleyway. No parking should occur in the alleyway moreover, if and when the City’s Public Works Department needs access to the th alleyway, the approach will need to be moved to private property along 4 Street where City Engineering sees fit. Slides of the subject property, site plan and surrounding area were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following condition: 1. If and when Public Works needs access to the alleyway, the approach will need to be th moved to enter on private property along 4 Street with location to be approved by City Engineering. Thirty-one (31) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero responses were received in favor or opposition. Chairman Nejad asked if the proposed condition would be at the applicant’s expense and Mr. Boone confirmed this to be the case. The applicant was present. Tanna LaFleur, 3435 Blossom Drive, addressed the Commission. She stated that this is her field of expertise and that she is a Registered Nurse. She added that there is a shortage of nurse’s aides in the area and that she hopes to provide education to help meet the need. Chairman Nejad asked how many students there would be and Ms. LaFleur stated that there will be ten (10) students at a time. 11 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 Councilmember Durio asked how long the classes would be and if they would be funded by grants. Ms. LaFleur stated that the classes will last two (2) to four (4) weeks and that she is looking into possibilities for grants and other programs. Councilmember Durio also asked how many employees Ms. LaFleur will have and she answered that she will be the only employee at first, but may expand in the future. Chairman Nejad asked the applicant if she understood the conditions and she confirmed her understanding. Mayor Mouton asked if the classes will be in the day or evening and Ms. LaFleur stated that they will be both. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a healthcare training facility in the RCR-H (Residential Conservation Revitalization - Historic) District, as requested in file PZ2022-43 with the following condition: 1. If and when Public Works needs access to the alleyway, the approach will need to be th moved to enter on private property along 4 Street with location to be approved by City Engineering. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to approve carried 5:0. 7) PZ2022-48: Request to Rezone a property from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) and RM- H (Residential Multiple-Family Dwelling – Highest Density) to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial – Multiple-Family Dwelling – 2) and a Specific Use Permit to allow a mini storage. Applicant: Concord Mini Storage, L.L.C. Location: 6030 and 6040 Concord Road Mr. Boone presented the staff report. Concord Mini Storage, L.L.C., would like to rezone the property located at 6030/6040 Concord Road and is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a mini storage at this location. The property is currently split zoned NC (Neighborhood Commercial) and RM-H (Residential Multiple-Family Dwelling – Highest Density). The applicant states plans are to build 190 self-serve personal storage units. The property will be gated with a keypad entry. An office will be located onsite. The property will be accessible twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week. The property is located along Concord Road, a secondary arterial street and just east of the Dowlen Road intersection. The property to the northwest is zoned GC-MD-2 (General Commercial – Multiple-Family Dwelling – 2) and properties to the south are also commercial. Although properties to the north and east are residential, GC-MD-2 matches the adjacent zoning and would provide a buffer as any change of use would require a new Specific Use Permit. For properties that are zoned GC-MD-2 and located adjacent to residential zoned properties, the side minimum setback requirement is twenty (20) feet and the rear minimum setback requirement is fifteen (15) feet. The site plan shows buildings along the east property line are 12 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 shown fifteen (15) feet from the property line and the building across the rear of the property is located ten (10) feet from the rear property line. A landscaped buffer, ten (10) feet wide, with trees, and an eight (8) foot tall wood or masonry screening fence is required along these same residential boundaries and will be located in the required setback. The landscaping buffer shown along the east property line meets requirements, but a buffer with trees will need to be extended across the rear of the property. One class A tree (large as in an oak) or two (2) Class B trees (small as in a crepe myrtle) must be place every twenty-five linear feet in this buffer. Perimeter landscaping is required when parking areas are located adjacent to a street. Where power lines are present, a row of shrubs is required for the length of the parking area. Beaumont Fire has expressed some concern regarding access to the rear of the buildings, but would like to review the layout further when construction plans are submitted. Slides of the subject property, site plan and surrounding area were shown. Eleven (11) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero responses were received in favor or in opposition. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. Adjust the location of buildings to meet minimum setback requirements. 2. Install landscaping to meet City Ordinance requirements. 3. Maintain or replace (as needed) the sidewalk along Concord Road. 4. Plans must be in compliance with Beaumont Fire codes. The applicant was present. Samuel Fountain, representing S&R Engineers, 87 N I10 Suite 215, addressed the Commission. He stated that have already made alterations to satisfy the fire department’s concerns. Mr. Fountain stated that they intend to attend a predevelopment meeting with the City, if the request is approved, to ensure all the plans are up to the City’s requirements. Finally, he stated that they will adjust the sidewalks and setbacks. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request to Rezone a property from NC (Neighborhood Commercial) and RM-H (Residential Multiple-Family Dwelling – Highest Density) to GC-MD-2 (General Commercial – Multiple-Family Dwelling – 2) and a Specific Use Permit to allow a mini storage, as requested in file PZ2022-48 with the following conditions: 1. Adjust the location of buildings to meet minimum setback requirements. 2. Install landscaping to meet City Ordinance requirements. 3. Maintain or replace (as needed) the sidewalk along Concord Road. 13 Planning Commission February 21, 2022 4. Plans must be in compliance with Beaumont Fire codes. Commissioner Jabbar seconded the motion. The motion to approve carried 5:0. OTHER BUSINESS Mayor Mouton recognized Former Mayor Moore and thanked him for attending the meeting. THERE BEING NO OTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:47 P.M. 14