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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2-20-23 PC Minutes * M I N U T E S * JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL City Council Chambers February 20, 2023 A Joint Public Hearing of the Planning Commission and City Council was held on February 20, 2023 and called to order at 3:02 p.m. with the following members present: Commission Members present: Chairman Sina Nejad Commissioner Johnny Beatty Commissioner Hamza Jabbar *arrived at 3:07 Commissioner Shawn Javed Commissioner Darius Linton Commissioner Tom Noyola Commissioner Taher Quraishi Commission Members absent: Commissioner Lynda Kay Makin Commissioner Sandy Pate Alternate Commissioner Erika Harris Alternate Commissioner Eddie Senigaur Alternate Commissioner Rogers Sorrell Jr. Councilmembers present: Mayor Robin Mouton *departed at 4:09 Mayor Pro-Tem Chris Durio Councilmember Randy Feldschau Councilmember Mike Getz Councilmember Audwin Samuel Councilmember A.J. Turner *arrived at 3:23 Also present: Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager Chris Boone, Assistant City Manager, Community Services Beau Hansen, Deputy Building Official Demi Engman, Planning Manager Elayna Luckey, Zoning Technician Sharae Reed, City Attorney Susan Smith, Recording Secretary 1 $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Noyola moved to approve the minutes of the Joint Public Hearings held on January 23, 2023. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to approve the minutes carried 6:0. Commissioner Jabbar not yet present. REGULAR MEETING PZ2022-500 1) : Request to abandon a portion of the right-of-way along Lucas Drive. Applicant: Brian Dunigan Location: Portion of right-of-way along Lucas Drive abutting the property line of 622 W. Lucas Drive. Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Applicant, Brian Dunigan, is requesting to abandon a portion of the Lucas Drive right-of-way that abuts the rear property line of 622 W. Lucas Drive. He intends to use the abandoned area to install a driveway for a drive-through to service Charlee and the Cookie Factory at 622 W. Lucas Drive, Suite B. In October of 2021, a Specific Use Permit was approved to allow a new driveway on the property with conditions. Some of those conditions included the driveway must be a minimum of ten (10) feet in width and to install a six (6) foot privacy fence along the property line. Approval of the request will give Mr. Dunigan real property to accommodate the new drive-through and adhere to the conditions set forth by the Specific Use Permit. $ Slides of the zoning map, site plan, and subject property were shown. $ The Planning staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 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 b^SUWV!a`!=\[fk!=ag`U\[^pe!SYW`VS, 2. If approved, applicant shall provide metes and bounds of the proposed abandonment produced by a licensed surveyor. st The applicant was present. Brian Dunigan, 1910 21 Street, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that he met with the new City Manager on the property to discuss the proper procedure necessary to allow a new driveway on the property. Mr. Dunigan further stated that he spoke to Councilmembers and the Mayor with none being opposed to the abandonment. Ninety-nine percent (99%) of the driveway will be located on his property which encircles the building and will not affect City-owned property or the neighborhood located behind his property. He further stated that he has successfully operated the business at the current location for 1½ years and it will be even more successful if he is able to install a drive-through. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. 6$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 Chairman Nejad stated that he will be abstaining from the vote on this item as he owns property SV\\SUW`f!fa!Gd,!>g`\[YS`pe!bdabWdfk, Commissioner Linton moved to approve the request to abandon a portion of the right-of-way along Lucas Drive, as requested in PZ2022-500, with the following conditions: 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 b^SUWV!a`!=\[fk!=ag`U\[^pe!SYW`VS, 2. If approved, applicant shall provide metes and bounds of the proposed abandonment produced by a licensed surveyor. Commissioner Beatty seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0:1 (Nejad). 2) PZ2022-517 : Request for approval of a Replat of Lots 1 and 2, Northwood Addition and part of Lots 2 and 3, French Subdivision into Tracts 1-A and 1-B, Northwood Addition and French Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Anthony M. Leger of Soutex Surveyors & Engineers Location: 2795 Eastex Freeway Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Anthony M. Leger of Soutex Surveyors & Engineers has requested approval of a Replat of Lots 1 and 2, Northwood Addition and part of Lots 2 and 3, French Subdivision into Tracts 1-A and 1-B, Northwood Addition and French Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. The intention of the plat is to divide one 2.983 acre lot into two (2) tracts of land. The property owner recently developed a gas station at 2795 Eastex Freeway. This Replat will allow the owner to sell and/or develop the remaining land. Slides of the zoning map and proposed replat were shown. The Planning Staff recommended approval with the following condition: 1. No structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement property. The City will not be responsible for any surface restoration when water and/or sanitary sewer repairs are necessary within the City of Beaumont water line or sanitary sewer line easement. A condition was presented in addition to those in the original staff report: 2. A wide utility easement along Delaware Street shall continue across the northern /.p section for an existing sanitary sewer line. 7$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 Sixteen (16) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero (0) responses were received in favor and one (1) was received in opposition. Mrs. Engman explained that the one property owner in opposition stated that they are no longer the land owner. A representative of the applicant was present. Seth Mize of Soutex Surveyors & Engineers, 8651 Cajun Way, Orange, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the property was not separated prior to the development and the property owner would like to use the other section of property for another purpose. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request for a Replat of Lots 1 and 2, Northwood Addition and part of Lots 2 and 3, French Subdivision into Tracts 1-A and 1-B, Northwood Addition and French Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as requested in PZ2022- 517, with the following conditions: 1. No structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement property. The City will not be responsible for any surface restoration when water and/or sanitary sewer repairs are necessary within the City of Beaumont water line or sanitary sewer line easement. 2. :!/.p!i\[VW!gf\[^\[fk!WSeW_W`f!S^a`Y!>W^SiSdW!MfdWWf!eZS^^!Ua`f\[`gW!SUdaee!fZW!`adfZWd`! section for an existing sanitary sewer line. Commissioner Noyola seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 7:0. 3) PZ2023-34 : To consider a request for approval of a Replat of Lot 1, Block 24, and Lot 4, Block 34, Calder Place Addition into Lot 1A, Block 24 and Lot 4A, Block 34, Calder Addition, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Access Surveyors th Location: 1215 19 Street and 1200 Oakcrest Circle Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Access Surveyors has requested approval of a Replat of Lot 1, Block 24 and Lot 4, Block 34, Calder Place Addition into Lot 1A, Block 24 and Lot 4A, Block 34, Calder Addition, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. The purpose of this plat is to th move the common lot line of the two (2) properties to the west giving 1215 19 Street additional property. :!baa^!VWU\]!S`V!Td\[U\]!eZWV!SbbWSde!fa!W`UdaSUZ!\[`fa!fZW!/.p!gf\[^\[fk!WSeW_W`f!^aUSfWV!S^a`Y!fZW! th west property line of 1215 19 Street. Without the benefit of a building permit, an accessory structure and driveway appeared at 1200 Oakcrest Circle from 2019 to 2022. Slides of the zoning map, proposed replat, and site plan were shown. The Planning staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 8$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 1. License to encroach shall be required for all structures and/or improvements within the gf\[^\[fk!WSeW_W`f,!NZW!=\[fkpe!eWiWd!_S\[`!S`V!_S`Za^W!_gef!TW!WjbaeWV!S`V!ST^W!fa!TW! accessed by City staff or removal of existing structures from the easement may be satisfactory. 2. No new structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement property. The City will not be responsible for any surface restoration when water and/or sanitary sewer repairs are necessary within the City of Beaumont water line or sanitary sewer line easement. 3. All applicable building permits shall be obtained prior to final recordation of the plat. Nineteen (19) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero (0) responses were received in favor and zero (0) were received in opposition. The applicant was present. Colby Brackin of Access Surveyors, 11025 Old Voth Road, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the property owner, James Chavez, hired Access Surveyors. Based upon the survey of Access Surveyors the pool and shed are located within the easement. Mr. Brackin further stated that condition number one has been satisfied or is in the process of being satisfied. He also stated that the deck of the pool is a permanent structure located within the easement, but he is uncertain as to the definition of permanent structure. The public hearing on this item was opened. th James Chavez, 1215 19 Street, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the shed, as shown on the original plat, is skewed. The decking of the pool was constructed so that it abutted the shed, with the shed unknowingly being skewed. He further stated that for many years the easement has easily been accessible to the City. The public hearing on this item was closed. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request for a Replat of Lot 1, Block 24, and Lot 4, Block 34, Calder Place Addition into Lot 1A, Block 24 and Lot 4A, Block 34, Calder Addition, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. as requested in PZ2023-34, with the following conditions: 1. License to encroach shall be required for all structures and/or improvements within the gf\[^\[fk!WSeW_W`f,!NZW!=\[fkpe!eWiWd!_S\[`!S`V!_S`Za^W!_gef!TW!WjbaeWV!S`V!ST^W!fa!TW! accessed by City staff or removal of existing structures from the easement may be satisfactory. 2. No new structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement property. The City will not be responsible for any surface restoration when water and/or sanitary sewer repairs are necessary within the City of Beaumont water line or sanitary sewer line easement. 3. All applicable building permits shall be obtained prior to final recordation of the plat. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 7:0. 9$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS Mayor Mouton called the Joint Public Hearings of February 20, 2023 to order at 3:19 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. 4) PZ2022-507 : Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a church in the LI (Light Industrial) District. Applicant: Ronnie Wallace Location: 5750 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Property owner, Ronnie Wallace, is requesting a Specific Use Permit to establish a church at 5750 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. This location was once used as a drinking place, formerly known as Bar 23. Mr. Wallace recently purchased the property and intends to begin a ministry. The building will be used for religious practices such as prayer services and outreach projects throughout the community. Slides of the zoning map, site plan, and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. Appropriate sign and pavement markings shall be installed to update the ADA parking space to current standards. 2. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sewer -treatment, and/or \[_bdahW_W`fe*!\[`U^gV\[`Y!S`k!dWcg\[dW_W`fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai*!bdW FOG program. Fourteen (14) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Two (2) responses were received in favor and zero (0) were received in opposition. Engman explained that one property owner in favor stated that they would prefer a church, rather than clubs. Brief discussion followed concerning ADA parking on the property and parking lot size. The applicant was present. Pastor Ronnie Wallace, 130 Bighorn Road, Huntsville, Texas addressed the Commission. Pastor Wallace stated that he was the club owner at the property site prior to making a change in lifestyle and intends to begin a ministry at the location. He further stated that he approves of the conditions recommended by staff. 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 church in the LI (Light Industrial) District, as requested in PZ2022-507, with the following conditions: 1. Appropriate sign and pavement markings shall be installed to update the ADA parking space to current standards. :$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 2. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sewer -treatment, and/or \[_bdahW_W`fe*!\[`U^gV\[`Y!S`k!dWcg\[dW_W`fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai*!bdW FOG program. Commissioner Beatty seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 7:0. Chairman Nejad opened the public hearing on this item when noted that the hearing was not conducted prior to a call for a motion. Carolyn Angelle, 8215 Shenandoah, Beaumont, Texas address the Commission. Mrs. Angelle stated that her family has owned the neighboring property for more than seventy years and many businesses have operated in the building located on the subject property. When operated as a bar, street parking made traveling along the street difficult. She further stated that she is in favor of anything that will improve the neighborhood. The public hearing on this item was closed. Chairman Nejad again called for a motion on this item. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a church in the LI (Light Industrial) District, as requested in PZ2022-50, with the following conditions: 1. Appropriate sign and pavement markings shall be installed to update the ADA parking space to current standards. 2. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sewer -treatment, and/or \[_bdahW_W`fe*!\[`U^gV\[`Y!S`k!dWcg\[dW_W`fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai*!bdW FOG program. Commissioner Beatty seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 7:0. 5) PZ2023-21 : Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a contractor office with fabrication and outside storage in the GC-MD (General Commercial Multiple Family Dwelling) m District. Applicant: Larissa Payton Location: 545 Center Street Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Larissa Payton requests a Specific Use Permit to allow a contractor office with fabrication and outside storage at 545 Center Street. The intent of the business is to fabricate tiny homes and container homes on a trailer for easy delivery to clients. They will have two (2) to three (3) homes on display on the southeast corner of the property. This building does not have running water; as such they propose to have a portable bathroom onsite for customers and employees. They will employ one to six (6) individuals to staff the business with operational hours being Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. They intend to emit noise of no greater than 100 decibels due to the use of a table saw. <$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 Slides of the zoning map, site plan, and subject property were shown. Planning staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sanitary -treatment, eWiWd!\[_bdahW_W`fe*!\[`U^gV\[`Y!S`k!dWcg\[dW_W`fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai*!bdW and/or FOG program as well as all applicable Building and Fire Codes. 2. All business operations shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.007 Performance standards. 3. All Building Code requirements shall be adhered to due to the change in occupancy, including water and sanitary sewer services. 4. Shall be in compliance with all applicable Fire Codes. Twenty (20) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero (0) responses were received in favor and zero (0) were received in opposition. Brief discussion followed concerning leasing of the property, the requirement of permanent water and sanitary services prior to the opening of the business, and monitoring of the decibel levels. Further discussion followed concerning construction of the homes taking place within the building, adherence to all fire and building codes, and the sprinkler system installation requirement. The applicant was present. Larissa Payton, 5290 Gail Drive, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Ms. Payton stated that the tiny homes will be constructed on a trailer and transported to their facility. Metal work will take place elsewhere and only woodworking will take place at the proposed location. She also stated that she can easily obtain the required permanent water and sanitary services. Ms. Payton further stated that she understands and will adhere to the conditions set forth by the Specific Use Permit. @gdfZWd!V\[eUgee\[a`!Xa^^aiWV!Ua`UWd`\[`Y!fZW!VWX\[`\[f\[a`!aX!nf\[`k!Za_W,o!Ge,!JSkfa`!Wjb^S\[`WV!fZSf! a home must be less than 400 sq. ft. in area to be defined as a tiny home. She further stated that the business is promoted through local and online advertisement, along by word-of-mouth among citizens. The public hearing on this item was opened. Mark Stratton, 4201 Willow Oak Drive, Groves, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. Stratton stated that as the property owner, he supports the proposed business. The building has been broken into and he has erected a fence to prevent individuals from using the property as a restroom. Mr. Stratton further stated that he is hopeful that the opening of the business at this location will encourage other business owners to lease his surrounding properties. Stephanie Sheppard, 14919 Opera House Road, Cypress, Texas addressed the Commission. Ms. =$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 Sheppard stated that she supports the proposed business and does not feel that the noise level will be a concern. The ribbon cutting ceremony has been postponed pending approval of the Commission. She further stated that the business will have a booth at the Golden Triangle Home and Garden Show should anyone wish to learn more about tiny homes. The public hearing on this item was closed. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a contractor office with fabrication and outside storage in the GC-MD (General Commercial- Multiple Family Dwelling) District, as requested in PZ2023-21, with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and sanitary sewer improvements, including any requireme- `fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai*!bdW treatment, and/or FOG program as well as all applicable Building and Fire Codes. 2. All business operations shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.007 Performance standards. 3. All Building Code requirements shall be adhered to due to the change in occupancy, including water and sanitary sewer services. 4. Shall be in compliance with all applicable Fire Codes. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 7:0. 6) PZ2023-26 : Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a paint and body shop in the GC- MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District. Applicant: Lesley Reel on behalf of Caliber Collision Location: 6255 Concord Road Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Lesley Reel, on behalf of Caliber Collision, is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a paint and body shop at 6255 Concord Road. Caliber Collision has facilities nationwide. Hours of operation would be Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This business will be an automotive repair shop with operations such as glass and auto body repairs, painting, etc. Slides of the zoning map, site plan, and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. Constructions plans must meet all requirements of Water Utilities for any water and eS`\[fSdk!eWiWd!\[_bdahW_W`fe*!\[`U^gV\[`Y!S`k!dWcg\[dW_W`fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai!S`V-ad! pre-treatment programs. >$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 2. A net-zero increase in the runoff will be required to ensure the runoff from the proposed conditions match the existing conditions for the 100-year storm event using Atlas 14 rainfall data, per Drainage District 6. 3. Construction plans shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.006 Landscaping and screening requirements. 4. Install a five (5) foot wide sidewalk along Concord Road and Judy Lane. Eleven (11) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero (0) responses were received in favor and zero (0) were received in opposition. Representatives of the applicant were present. Carrie Smith of Cross Development, 4332 Marsh Ridge Road, Carrollton, Texas and Chris Hogan of L Squared Engineering, 3307 W. Davis Street, Conroe, Texas addressed the Commission. Ms. Smith stated that Caliber Collision is excited to th open in Beaumont. They have recently opened its 1600 location nationwide as a trusted auto provider. The proposed business will have a fully screened yard and will operate indoors within an insulated building with the closed doors. Ms. Smith further stated the hours of operation. The public hearing on this item was opened. Scott Walker, 4460 Thomas Glen Road, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. Walker stated that he is the property owner that is selling to Caliber Collision a portion of a larger tract of land and is in favor of the Specific Use Permit. Mr. Walker further stated that he researched Caliber Collision prior to the sale and feels that the business will be a benefit to the City. The public hearing on this item was closed. Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a paint and body shop in the GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District, as requested in PZ2023-26, with the following conditions: 1. Constructions plans must meet all requirements of Water Utilities for any water and eS`\[fSdk!eWiWd!\[_bdahW_W`fe*!\[`U^gV\[`Y!S`k!dWcg\[dW_W`fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai!S`V-ad! pre-treatment programs. 2. A net-zero increase in the runoff will be required to ensure the runoff from the proposed conditions match the existing conditions for the 100-year storm event using Atlas 14 rainfall data, per Drainage District 6. 3. Construction plans shall be in compliance with Section 28.04.006 Landscaping and screening requirements. 4. Install a five (5) foot wide sidewalk along Concord Road and Judy Lane. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 7:0. 54$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 7) PZ2023-36 : Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a duplex in an RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District. Applicant: Chontae Tates Location: 1725 Threadneedle Street Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Chontae Tates is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a duplex at 1725 Threadneedle Street. This property is located within the RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) district and as such a two-family dwelling requires a Specific Use Permit. The structure will be one-story with two units for a combined total of 2,012 square feet. The hours of operation will be Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until the duplex is complete. :UUadV\[`Y!fa!agd!=\[fkpe!=a_bdWZW`e\[hW!J^S`!fZW!bdabWdfk!\[e!^aUSfWV!i\[fZ\[`!S!n=a`eWdhSf\[a`!S`V! B*<13:!<7!)8-)9!>0-8-!)!91/51.1+)5:!768:165!6.!:0-!)8-)!19! LWh\[fS^\[lSf\[a`o!:dWS,!!MgUZ!SdWSe!SdW*! experiencing influences such as incom 7):1*3-!3)5,!<9-9%!,13)71,):-,!9:8<+:<8-9A=)+)5:!7)8+-39! >01+0!4)@!-?19:!)8-!/66,!:6!-?+-33-5:!,-=-3674-5:!91:-9&C Slides of the zoning map, site plan, and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of this request with the following conditions: 1. C`efS^^!2p!i\[VW!e\[VWiS^\]!fa!Ua``WUf!fa!fZW!Wj\[ef\[`Y!e\[VWiS^\]!ekefW_,! 2. The lot shall be graded to drain towards the street and not onto adjacent properties. Twenty-nine (29) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero (0) responses were received in favor and two (2) were received in opposition. Mrs. Engman read one notice in opposition which stated that the land for the duplex is too small and that the area is a residential area. She further stated that the property owner of the second notice \[`!abbae\[f\[a`!e\[_b^k!U\[dU^WV!nHa,o Brief discussion followed concerning the number of stories for each of the two units to be constructed, lot size, and location of the entryway of the rear unit. The applicant was present. Chontae Tates, 1225 Elm Orchard Trail, Humble, Texas addressed the Commission. Ms. Tates stated that she is constructing the duplex in order to give displaced citizens additional housing options. The duplex layout is designed to accommodate the small lot. The building size is approximately 2,000 sq. ft. in area, with each unit being 1,000 sq. ft. in area with three (3) bedrooms and two (2) baths. Ms. Tates further stated that she will research the parking issue should the Specific Use Permit be approved. She also stated that she is the property owner and is originally from Beaumont. Further discussion followed concerning the layout of the duplex on the property The public hearing on this item was opened. 55$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 Gerald Duhon, 2650 Ashley Avenue, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. Duhon stated that the lot is too small and there are two alleys around the property. He further stated that there is a lack of street parking along Threadneedle Street and that the area is a residential area. Melvin Duhon, 1715 Threadneedle Street, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. Duhon stated that the lot is not big enough to accommodate a duplex. He further stated that street parking is not possible due to there being ditches on either side of the street. The applicant was given an opportunity to speak in rebuttal. Ms. Tates stated that she is glad that the community is giving its input and requested a private meeting with the neighboring property owners. Ms. Tates also stated that she is not interested in changing the dynamics of the community of established residents and will honor their wishes. The public hearing was closed on this item. Commissioner Quraishi moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a duplex in the RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District, as requested in PZ2023-36, with the following conditions: 1. C`efS^^!2p!i\[VW!e\[VWiS^\]!fa!Ua``WUf!fa!fZW!Wj\[ef\[`Y!e\[VWiS^\]!ekefW_,! 2. The lot shall be graded to drain towards the street and not onto adjacent properties. Commissioner Beatty seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 2:5 (Nejad, Jabbar, Javed, Linton, and Noyola). The public hearing was reopened on this item. Gerald Duhon, 2650 Ashely Avenue, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. Duhon stated that the property is too narrow to accommodate the proposed duplex. He also stated that there are two alleys located between the house and the property. He is concerned that emergency vehicles will not be able to travel along the street if street parking is allowed. He further stated that there is very little parking on the lot for residents of the duplex. A single family home previously existed on the property and Mr. Duhon stated that he is amenable to a new single family home being constructed if it allows for proper parking. Further discussion followed concerning applicant permitting costs should the item be tabled to a later date. Brief discussion also followed relating to the item being tabled until such time that the applicant can meet with the neighboring property owners. The layout of the parking lot was also discussed. Ms. Tates explained that pipes will be installed in the existing ditch to allow for the concrete parking lot. She further stated that the structure can be relocated on the lot in order to move the proposed parking spaces farther from the street. Mrs. Engman stated that alleyways exist east of the property and along the backside of the property, thus perhaps limiting the ability to relocate the structure. Ms. Tates also discussed the option of a 56$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 double-parking lot. The public hearing on this item was closed. Commissioner Jabbar moved to table the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a duplex in the RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District, as requested in PZ2023-36, until such time that a new parking plan is presented that is in agreement with the neighboring property owners. Commissioner Beatty seconded the motion. Commissioner Quraishi stated that the lot can accommodate the proposed home and parking lot and he encourages new construction within the City. The motion to approve the request carried 6:1 (Quraishi). 8) PZ2023-37 : Request to Rezone a portion of property from RS (Residential Single Family) to RM-M (Residential Multiple Family Medium Density) or a more restrictive district. m Applicant: Deborah Tomov, Family Services of Southeast Texas Location: East of 6730 Concord Road Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Deborah Tomov of Family Services of Southeast Texas is requesting a zone change to a 0.38 portion of property located east of 6730 Concord Road. Ms. Tomov would like to rezone the property from RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) to RM- M (Residential Multiple Family Medium Density). If granted, the property owner will use the m 0.38 portion of land for a driveway to access a future multi-family development. :UUadV\[`Y!fa!agd!=\[fkpe!=a_bdWZW`e\[hW!J^S`!fZW!bdabWdfk!\[e!^aUSfWV!i\[fZ\[`!fZW!nJSd\]VS^W!GS^^! may include hospitals, branch libraries, governmental LWY\[a`S^!=W`fWdo,!!LWY\[a`S^!=W`fWde!n agencies, major office complexes, regional shopping centers, and higher density residential development. o!NZ\[e!dWcgWef!SbbWSde!fa!S^\[Y`!i\[fZ!agd!=\[fkpe!=a_bdWZW`e\[hW!J^S`!aX!<WSg_a`f,! Slides of the zoning map, site plan and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request. Eleven (11) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Zero (0) responses were received in favor and zero (0) were received in opposition. The applicant and a representative of the applicant were present. Deborah Tomov of Family Services of Southeast Texas, 3550 Fannin Street, Beaumont, Texas and Greg Wall of LaBiche Architectural Group, Inc., 7999 Gladys Street, Suite 101, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Ms. Tomov stated that Family Services of Southeast Texas plans to construct a domestic violence and sexual assault shelter. The organization has been in existence since 1931, with victim services beginning in 1985. Ms. Tomov further stated that current shelter has flooded several times and they wish to build the new structure in a non-flood zone. Mr. Wall stated that the design of the new building is complete and he has also completed a preliminary code analysis 57$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 of the facility. He has met with City staff and Jefferson County Drainage District No. 6 staff to discuss the project in detail. Brief discussion followed concerning the square footage of the proposed structure. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Chairman Nejad stated that Commissioner Javed would be abstaining from the vote on this item. Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request to Rezone a portion of property from RS (Residential Single Family) to RM-M (Residential Multiple Family Medium Density) or a more m restrictive district, as requested in PZ2023-37. Commissioner Linton seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0:1 (Javed). 9) PZ2023-40 : Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow the expansion of a church in the RCR (Residential Conservation Revitalization) District. Applicant: Aaron Ward for Adrian Hopkins of Christ Mission Temple Location: 1685 Pennsylvania Street Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Aaron Ward, on behalf of Adrian Hopkins with Christ Mission Temple, requests a Specific Use Permit to expand the church located at 1685 Pennsylvania Street. The site has an existing structure being used as a church and they wish to add an activity building south of it. The church holds weekly services on Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday. :UUadV\[`Y!fa!fZW!=\[fkpe!=a_bdWZW`e\[hW!J^S`*!fZ\[e!bdabWdfk!\[e!^aUSfWV!i\[fZ\[`!fZW!n=a`eWdhSf\[a`! built up areas where a significant portion of the area is S`V!LWh\[fS^\[lSf\[a`o!SdWS,!!MgUZ!SdWSe!SdW*!n experiencing influences such as incompatible land uses, dilapidated structures, a deteriorating or poor public infrastructure, and a decline in population and in the number of housing units and businesses. Immediate actions are needed to prevent continued deterioration and to reverse and repair those conditions. o! Slides of the zoning map, site plan, and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and - eS`\[fSdk!eWiWd!\[_bdahW_W`fe*!\[`U^gV\[`Y!S`k!dWcg\[dW_W`fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai*!bdW treatment, and/or F.O.G. program. 2. Construction plans must meet all Fire and Building Codes requirements. Twenty-two (22) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. One (1) response was received in favor and zero (0) were received in opposition. Mrs. Engman read the notice in favor which simply stated activity center for the children. no 58$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 A representative of the applicant was present. Richard Faust of Faust Engineering, on behalf of Adrian Hopkins of Christ Mission Temple, 5550 Eastex Freeway, Suite O, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. Faust stated that he has met with City staff to review all requirements. He further stated that he understands the conditions set forth by the Specific Use Permit. The applicants were present. Pastor Adrian Hopkins of Christ Mission Temple and Toni Hopkins, 3960 Broadmoor Drive, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Pastor Hopkins stated that the church has outgrown the current building and purchased the adjacent lot to expand. Mrs. Hopkins read a letter from a church member that is in favor of the expansion. She further stated that the church would like to obtain a larger facility for the children. The public hearing on this item was opened. Daphne Phee, 5340 Jenard Lane, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Ms. Phee stated that she is a church member and is in favor of the expansion. She also stated that the surrounding area has decreased over time and the expansion will allow a place for children of the community to gather. Shirley Richards, 2020 Bun Street, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Mrs. Richards stated that she is the wife of a former Pastor of the church, a current church member, and is in favor of the expansion. Mrs. Richards further stated that the Pastor Hopkins is young people oriented. He and his wife personally provide Christmas gifts, school supplies, and school clothes for the children of the church. She also stated that she has never worked with anyone as dedicated to helping children as Pastor Hopkins and his wife. Michael Blueitt, 5980 Tyrrell Park Road, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. Blueitt, a church member, gave a brief history of the church. He stated that the youth activity center to be constructed will help the community. He also stated that the church wishes to purchase additional surrounding property for future expansion. The public hearing on this item was closed. Commissioner Javed moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow the expansion of a church in the RCR (Residential Conservation Revitalization) District, as requested in PZ2023-40, with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for any water and eS`\[fSdk!eWiWd!\[_bdahW_W`fe*!\[`U^gV\[`Y!S`k!dWcg\[dW_W`fe!aX!fZW!=\[fkpe!TSU\]X^ai*! pre-treatment, and/or F.O.G. program. 2. Construction plans must meet all Fire and Building Codes requirements. Commissioner Linton seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 7:0. 59$ $ Planning Commission $$$ February 20, 2023 OTHER BUSINESS None. THERE BEING NO OTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:23 P.M. 5:$ $