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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-20-24 PC Minutes * M I N U T E S * JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL City Council Chambers May 20, 2024 A Joint Public Hearing of the Planning Commission and City Council was held on May 20, 2024 and called to order at 3:03 p.m. with the following members present: Commission Members present: Chairman Sina Nejad Commissioner Johnny Beatty Commissioner Hamza Jabbar Commissioner Spencer Jabbia Commissioner Shawn Javed Commissioner Darius Linton Commissioner Lynda Kay Makin Commissioner Tom Noyola Commissioner Eddie Senigaur *arrived at 3:09 p.m. Alternate Commissioner Rogers Sorrell, Jr. Commission Members absent: Alternate Commissioner Erika Harris Councilmembers present: Mayor Roy West Councilmember Randy Feldschau Councilmember Mike Getz Councilmember Audwin Samuel Also present: Kenneth Williams, City Manager Sharae Reed, City Attorney Demi Engman, Director of Planning & Community Development Elayna Luckey, Planner I Susan Smith, Recording Secretary APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the minutes of the Joint Public Hearings held on April 15, 2024. Commissioner Noyola seconded the motion. The motion to approve the minutes carried 8:0. Commissioner Senigaur not yet present. 1 $ Planning Commission $$$ May 20, 2024 REGULAR MEETING 1) PZ2024-106 : Request to abandon a portion of Cottonwood Avenue right-of-way. Applicant: City of Beaumont Location: South of 2505 Gulf Street, between Gulf Street and Jirou Street Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. City of Beaumont is requesting to abandon a portion of the right-of-way located south of 2505 Gulf Street, between Gulf Street and Jirou Street. The right- of--of- gQi!Yc!Q``b_hY\]QdU\\i!3-m!h!0--m!Q^T!dXU!:Ydi!XQc!^_!`\\Q^c!d_!TUfU\\_`!dXU!e^Y\]`b_fUT!bYWXd way, and it appears surrounding properties have been using the area in relation to their businesses. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Planning staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. The City of Beaumont will retain a utility and access easement for the full width of the existing right-of-way for both existing water and sewer utilities. 2. No permanent structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement property. Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request to abandon a portion of Cottonwood Avenue right-of way, as requested in PZ2024-106, with the following conditions: 1. The City of Beaumont will retain a utility and access easement for the full width of the existing right-of-way for both existing water and sewer utilities. 2. No permanent structures or appurtenances shall be placed within the easement property. Commissioner Beatty seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 8:0. Commissioner Senigaur not yet present. 2) PZ2024-111 : Request for approval of a Replat of Lots 5 and 6, Block 15, Barrington Heights Phase XII Addition into Lots 5A and 6A, Block 15, Barrington Heights Addition, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Amy Lea of Access Surveyors Location: 3615 and 3625 Wexler Circle Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Amy Lea of Access Surveyors has requested approval of a Replat of Lots 5 and 6 of Barrington Heights, Phase XII, into Lots 5A and 6A, Block 15, Barrington Heights Phase XII, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. KXU!Y^dU^d!_V!dXU!`\\Qd!Yc!d_!QTZecd!dXU!S_\]\]_^!\\_d!\\Y^U!Q``b_hY\]QdU\\i!/m2l!d_!dXU!^_bdX!d_!Y^SbUQcU! the size of real property to Lot 6A. 6$ $ Planning Commission $$$ May 20, 2024 Slides of the site plan, subject property, and plat were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following condition: 1) The rear and side setback lines be removed from the plat prior to recording. Twenty-four (24) 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) in opposition. The representative of the applicant was present. Colby Brackin of Access Surveyors, 11025 Old Voth Road, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the request is to shift the \\_d!\\Y^U!/+2m!Y^!_bTUb!d_!\]UUd!\]Y^Y\]e\]!ReY\\TY^W!cUdRQS\[!bUaeYbU\]U^dc!V_b!dXU!\\_dc+ The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request for approval of a Replat of Lots 5 and 6, Block 15, Barrington Heights Phase XII Addition into Lots 5A and 6A, Block 15, Barrington Heights Addition, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as requested in PZ2024-111, with the following condition: 1) The rear and side setback lines be removed from the plat prior to recording. Commissioner Jabbia seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 8:0. Although present for voting, Commissioner Senigaur was not present for discussion of this item and, therefore, did not enter a vote. JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS Mayor West called the Joint Public Hearings of May 20, 2024 to order at 3:25 p.m. and explained the purpose of the Joint Public Hearing process. Mayor West then turned the meeting over to Chairman Nejad to conduct the Joint Public Hearings. 3) PZ2024-109: Request for a Specific Use Permit and Rezoning from RM-M (Residential Multiple Family-Medium Density) District to GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District or a more restrictive district to allow an automotive paint and body shop. Applicant: Bret Floy Location: 3480 Benchmark Drive Chairman Nejad announced that this item is being tabled. Commissioner Jabbar moved to table the request for a Specific Use Permit and Rezoning from RM-M (Residential Multiple Family-Medium Density) District to GC-MD (General Commercial- 7$ $ Planning Commission $$$ May 20, 2024 Multiple Family Dwelling) District or a more restrictive district to allow an automotive paint and body shop, as requested in PZ2024-109. Commissioner Noyola seconded the motion. The motion to table the request carried 9:0. 4) PZ2024-91: Request for a Rezoning from RM-H (Residential Multiple Family- Highest Density) District and NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District to GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District. Applicant: Gerald Callas of Kare Inusion Location: 7090 Phelan Boulevard and 7095 Prutzman Road Mrs. Engman presented the staff report.Gerald Callas of Kare Infusion is requesting approval for $ a Rezoning from RM-H (Residential Multiple Family- Highest Density) and NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District to GC-MD (General Commercial Multiple-Family Dwelling) District for k the properties located at 7090 Phelan Boulevard and 7095 Prutzman Road. The intent of the request is to rezone the properties to allow for more amenities along Phelan Boulevard and expansion of the parking lot of the existing business to Prutzman Road. Furthermore, Phelan Boulevard is categorized as a major arterial and common planning practices encourage commercial uses along such roadways. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request. Eighteen (18) 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) in opposition. Mrs. Engman noted that the property owner responses in favor of the request stated that they like seeing the new development along Phelan Boulevard. A representative of the applicant was present. Chris Commalander, 12390 FM 365, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the rezoning is to allow for additional parking for the business. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Makin moved to approve the request for a Rezoning from RM-H (Residential Multiple Family-Highest Density) District and NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District to GC- MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District, as requested in PZ2024-91. Commissioner Noyola seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 9:0. 5) PZ2024-105: Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow an event center in the CBD (Central Business District). Applicant: Ebonia Winfield 8$ $ Planning Commission $$$ May 20, 2024 Location: 515 Magnolia Avenue Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Ebonia Winfield is requesting a Specific Use Permit to operate an event center in the CBD (Central Business District). TPB Studio, will operate as an event center or venue offering flexible space configurations for gatherings of different sizes. The Central Business District is intended to accommodate the commercial offices and service, residential and public activities. The use of an event center at this location will promote pedestrian activity and aid in economic growth of the downtown area. Although the CBD district does not -street parking could XQfU!`Qb\[Y^W!bUaeYbU\]U^dc)!_eb!:Ydimc!KbQVVYS!=^WY^UUb!XQc!S_^SUb^c!dXQd!_^ become overcrowded and prevent emergency services access during larger events. Slides of the 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 water and sanitary -treatment and/or cUgUb!cUbfYSUc)!Y^S\\eTY^W!Q^i!bUaeYbU\]U^dc!_V!dXU!:Ydimc!RQS\[V\\_g)!`bU FOG program. 2. Construction plans shall comply with all applicable Fire and Building Code requirements. 3. To ensure safety and prevent future parking issues during large events, the owner will need to submit a written parking agreement with nearby property owners to ensure proper overflow parking. It will be the responsibility of the owner to enforce overflow parking during events. Thirteen (13) 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) in opposition. Brief discussion followed concerning enforcement of overflow parking, lot lighting, occupancy requirements, and specifics of the recommended conditions. The applicant was present. Ebonia Winfield, 3614 Apache Meadows Drive, Baytown, Texas addressed the Commission. She stated that the center will host celebrations in which catering and bartenders will be allowed from outside sources. Ms. Winfield further stated that she has reached parking agreements with two (2) neighboring property owners. She also stated that most events will be held during daylight hours, with evening events being concluded by midnight. Ms. Winfield additionally stated that she has been an Event Planner for four (4) years and has operated an event venue in Houston. She further stated that she would like to meet the needs of the community by offering a larger venue in which events can be held. Further discussion followed concerning specifics of the request 2$ The public hearing on this item as opened and closed without comment. 9$ $ Planning Commission $$$ May 20, 2024 Commissioner Beatty moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow an event center in the CBD (Central Business District), as requested in PZ2024-105 with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary -treatment and/or cUgUb!cUbfYSUc)!Y^S\\eTY^W!Q^i!bUaeYbU\]U^dc!_V!dXU!:Ydimc!RQS\[V\\_g)!`bU FOG program. 2. Construction plans shall comply with all applicable Fire and Building Code requirements. 3. To ensure safety and prevent future parking issues during large events, the owner will need to submit a written parking agreement with nearby property owners to ensure proper overflow parking. It will be the responsibility of the owner to enforce overflow parking during events. Commissioner Senigaur seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 8:1 (Noyola). 6) PZ2024-114: Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a mother-in-law suite in an RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District. Applicant: Matthew Thompson Location: 165 Manor Street Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Matthew Thompson is requesting a Specific Use Permit to allow a mother-in-law suite to remain at 165 Manor 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. When purchased by Mr. Thompson the existing structure had all utilities connected as it was a utility shed. Mr. Thompson did minor alterations to the existing structure converting the existing structure into a dwelling unit. Mr. Thompson is selling the property and to ensure compliance with the City of Beaumont he is seeking approval of the unit. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of this request with the following condition: 1. The in-law suite shall not be used as individual rental property. Twenty-one (21) 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) in opposition. The applicant was present. Matthew Thompson, 165 Manor Street, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. The applicant approves of the condition recommended by staff. The public hearing on this item was opened. :$ $ Planning Commission $$$ May 20, 2024 Tamara Mozley, 5475 Clinton Street, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. She stated that the addition overlooks her property, resulting in less privacy. Staff addressed questions of Ms. Mozley relating to permits obtained for construction of the addition. Ms. Mosley further stated that she has concerns relating to placement of the patio and disclosure of the recommended condition to future property owners. Brief discussion followed regarding amending the condition to stipulate that said condition shall be disclosed to the buyer at the time of sale of this property. The applicant was given an opportunity to speak in rebuttal. Mr. Thompson stated that he will comply with all City requirements prior to obtaining a permit. Further discussion followed regarding the permitting process. Ms. Mozley again addressed the Commission regarding property taxes in which staff directed her to the Jefferson County Appraisal District. The public hearing on this item was closed. Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a mother- in-law suite in an RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District, as requested in PZ2024-114 with the following amended condition: 1. The in-law suite shall not be used as individual rental property. Said condition shall be disclosed to the buyer at the time of sale of this property Commissioner Jabbia seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 9:0. 7) PZ2024-115: Request for an Amended Specific Use Permit to expand a parking lot for Nutrition Services in an RM-M (Residential Multiple Family-Medium Density) District. Applicant: Janci Kimball Location: 4590 Concord Road Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Janci Kimball of Nutrition and Services requests approval of an Amended Specific Use Permit to allow a parking lot expansion at their property located at 4590 Concord Road. Nutrition and Services has served Jefferson and Hardin County for over forty (40) years, providing meals to seniors daily, transportation to life-sustaining appointments and grocery programs. The request to expand the parking lot will be intended to serve as additional parking to the establishment in conjunction with the existing site. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request. Thirty (30) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject <$ $ Planning Commission $$$ May 20, 2024 property. Zero (0) responses were received in favor and zero (0) in opposition. The applicant was present. Janci Kimball of Nutrition Services, 4590 Concord Road, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. She stated that the request will allow staff and fleet parking to be relocated to the rear of the property and briefly discussed the parking lot entrance/exit locations. The public hearing on this item as opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Makin moved to approve the request for an Amended Specific Use Permit to expand a parking lot for Nutrition Services in an RM-M (Residential Multiple Family-Medium Density) District, as requested in PZ2024-115. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 9:0. OTHER BUSINESS None. THERE BEING NO OTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 4:06 P.M. =$ $