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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-21-25 PC Minutes * M I N U T E S * JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL City Council Chambers April 21, 2025 A Joint Public Hearing of the Planning Commission and City Council was held on April 21, 2025 and called to order at 3:06 p.m. with the following members present: Commission Members present: Chairman Sina Nejad Commissioner Hamza Jabbar Commissioner Shawn Javed Commissioner Darius Linton Commissioner Lynda Kay Makin Commissioner Tom Noyola Alternate Commissioner Rogers Sorrell, Jr. Commission Members absent: Commissioner Johnny Beatty Commissioner Spencer Jabbia Commissioner Eddie Senigaur Councilmembers present: Mayor Roy West Councilmember Mike Getz Councilmember Audwin Samuel Councilmember A.J. Turner Also present: Sharae Reed, City Attorney Kenneth R. Williams, City Manager June Ellis, Assistant City Manager, Operations Demi Engman, Director of Planning & Community Development Elayna Luckey, Planner Susan Smith, Recording Secretary APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Jabber moved to approve the minutes of the Joint Public Hearings held on March 17, 2025. Commissioner Noyola seconded the motion. The motion to approve the minutes carried 6:0. 1 $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 REGULAR MEETING 1) PZ2025-47: Request to amend and approve a Preliminary Plat of Whispering Heights, Phase II, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Ben Tristan of Fittz and Shipman, Inc. Location: Extension of Mumtaz Drive to the north and Rehan Wood Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Ben Tristan, of Fittz & Shipman, Inc. requests to amend and approve the Preliminary plat of Whispering Heights, Phase II, Beaumont, Jefferson County Texas. The Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat with conditions on March 17, 2025. It was identified that a waiver to the minimum right-of-way width of Mumtaz Drive is necessary for Phase II of the construction process to proceed. Mr. Tristan is requesting approval of a waiver to reduce the required right-of-way width of Mumtaz Drive from 60 feet to 50 feet. While this request pertains to Phase II, it is noted that the City and the developer discussed the importance of adequate access for emergency services in future phases. As a result, the developer agreed to increase the right-of-way width of Mumtaz Drive to 60 feet in Phase III. An updated master subdivision plan reflecting this commitment for Phase III is included in the packet. The Phase II development is located north of Rehan Wood Street. The 5.53 acre development will include eighteen (18) new residential lots located within the R-S (Residential Single-Family Dwelling) zoning district. The proposed streets Taher Wood Street and Yasmin Wood Street will have a 50 ft. right-of-way with a 27 ft. pavement width. All lots will access Pointe Parkway via the extension of Mumtaz Drive and the existing Rehan Wood Street. Water and sewer will be provided by extension of City utilities. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Planning staff recommended approval of a waiver to reduce the right-of-way width of Mumtaz approval of the following conditions: >f\]jY!Zfca!4.s!hc!3.s!UbX! 1. Revise the streetlight layout plan within the construction drawings to comply with the =\]hmsg!giVX\]j\]g\]cb!fY\[i`Uh\]cbg, 2. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary -flow, pre-treatment and/or gYkYf!gYfj\]WYg*!\]bW`iX\]b\[!Ubm!fYei\]fYaYbhg!cZ!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!VUW_ FOG program. 3. Relocate the sanitary sewer service connections to be offset from the telecom and energy easement for Blocks 5-7, as shown in detail H-29 of the submitted construction drawings. 4. Submit an updated master subdivision and drainage plan prior to final recordation of the plat. Brief discussion followed concerning specifics of the request, expiration and renewal of the Preliminary Plat, and general information regarding waivers as they relate to ordinances. 6$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 A representative of the applicant was present. Bernardino Tristan of Fittz and Shipman, Inc., 1405 Cornerstone Court, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that Phase I and Phase -of-way. Mr. Tristan further stated that the remaining CC!kUg!WcbghfiWhYX!k\]h\\!Ub!UddfcjYX!3.s!f\]\[\\h -of-way. J\\UgYg!k\]``!\\UjY!U!4.s!f\]\[\\h The property owner was present. Taher Quraishi, 5080 Oakmont Drive, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that 75% of Mumtaz Drive is already in existence k\]h\\!U!3.s! right-of-way. Commissioner Noyola moved to approve the request to amend and approve a Preliminary Plat of Whispering Heights, Phase II, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as requested in PZ2025-47, with the following waiver: A waiver to reduce the right-of-way width of GiahUn!>f\]jY!Zfca!4.s!hc!3.s ; and, with the following conditions: 1. Revise the streetlight layout plan within the construction drawings to comply with the =\]hmsg!giVX\]j\]g\]cb!fY\[i`Uh\]cbg, 2. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary -flow, pre-treatment and/or gYkYf!gYfj\]WYg*!\]bW`iX\]b\[!Ubm!fYei\]fYaYbhg!cZ!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!VUW_ FOG program. 3. Relocate the sanitary sewer service connections to be offset from the telecom and energy easement for Blocks 5-7, as shown in detail H-29 of the submitted construction drawings. 4. Submit an updated master subdivision and drainage plan prior to final recordation of the plat. Commissioner Makin seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0. 2) PZ2025-85: Request for approval of a Replat of a portion of Lot 2, Block K, Thomas H. Langham Estates, Abstract 871, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas into Tracts 2-A and 2-B, T.H. Langham Estates Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Stacey Garza of Soutex Surveyors & Engineers Location: 1030 and 1120 Wendelin Drive Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Stacey Garza of Soutex Surveyors & Engineers on behalf of ITEX is requesting approval of a Replat of a portion of Lot 2, Block K, Thomas H. Langham Estates, Abstract 871, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas into Tracts 2-A and 2-B, T.H. Langham Estates Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. The intent of the plat is to divide one commercial lot into two. 7$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 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 sewer improvements, including any requirements of the -treatment, =\]hmsg!VUW_Z`ck*!dfY and/or F.O.G. program. 2. The developer shall provide sewer facilities in accordance with the standards and specifications for minimum sanitary sewer requirements on file in the office of the Water Utilities Director for the City. 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 one (1) was received in opposition. The response in opposition did not state the reason for opposition. A representative of the applicant was present. Matthew Cook, 6095 Ventura Drive, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the property will be used as an office and warehouse development. The applicant approved of the conditions recommended by staff. The public hearing on this item was opened. Paige Ridout, P.O. Box 3905, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Ms. Ridout stated concerns relating to privacy and drainage. The applicant was given an opportunity to speak in rebuttal. Mr. Cook stated that a 175,000 cu. ft. XYhYbh\]cb!dcbX!k\]``!VY!WcbghfiWhYX!Uh!h\\Y!gcih\\YUgh!dfcdYfhm!`\]bY!UbX!U!/..s!hfYY!ViZZYf!k\]``!Yl\]gh! along the south end of the property. He further stated that the east side of the property will not be cleared or developed at this time. Mr. Cook also stated that the proposed warehouse and office space development will be constructed along the west property line. He further stated that 3,000 sq. ft. metal buildings will be constructed with each containing 500 sq. ft. of office space. The public hearing was closed. Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request of a Replat of a portion of Lot 2, Block K, Thomas H. Langham Estates, Abstract 871, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, into Tracts 2-A and 2-B, T.H. Langham Estates Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as requested in PZ2025-85, with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary sewer improvem-treatment, Ybhg*!\]bW`iX\]b\[!Ubm!fYei\]fYaYbhg!cZ!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!VUW_Z`ck*!dfY and/or F.O.G. program. 2. The developer shall provide sewer facilities in accordance with the standards and specifications for minimum sanitary sewer requirements on file in the office of the Water Utilities Director for the City. 8$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 Commissioner Noyola seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0. 3) PZ2025-96: Request for approval of a Preliminary Plat of Westchase 2 Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Colby Brackin of Access Surveyors Location: 8.71 acres east of 3100 North Major Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Colby Brackin of Access Surveyors requests approval of a Preliminary plat of Westchase 2 Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. The development is located west of Sunflower Lane and east of the commercial development under construction at 3100 North Major Drive. The 8.70 acre development will include twenty-one (21) residential lots located within the R-S (Residential Single-Family Dwelling) zoning district. The proposed residential street Musa Lane will have a 50 ft. right-of-way and water and sewer will be provided by extension of City utilities. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Planning staff recommended approval of the request with the following added waiver: A waiver to extend the maximum cul-de- gUW!`Yb\[h\\!Zfca!6..s!hc!720s and, with the following conditions: 1. Display the proposed street and right-of-way width on the plat prior to final recordation. 2. Show an exclusive water line easement to loop the water from the end of Musa Lane back to Major Drive. 3. :XX!U!d`Uh!bchY!hc!ghUhY*!q:``!dfcdYfhm!ckbYfg!k\]``!VY!fYei\]fYX!hc!WcbghfiWh!U!2s!(cZ!3s*!\]Z! required) wide concrete sidewalk adjacent to the street, located 4 feet from the back of WifV,!:h!ghfYYh!\]bhYfgYWh\]cbg*!\]Z!Udd`\]WUV`Y*!g\]XYkU`_g!UfY!hc!\]bW`iXY!WcbghfiWh\]cb!cZ!U!3s! wide landing to tie-in with concrete access ramps. If any lot is not developed within five (3)!mYUfg!cZ!fYWcfXUh\]cb!cZ!h\\Y!Z\]bU`!d`Uh*!h\\Y!WiffYbh!ckbYf!g\\U``!WcbghfiWh!h\\Y!g\]XYkU`_,r 4. :XX!U!d`Uh!bchY!hc!ghUhY*!qNYadcfUfm!Yfcg\]cb!Wcbhfc`!aYUgifYg!aigh!fYaU\]b!\]b!d`UWY!ibh\]`! dYfaUbYbh!aYUgifYg!UfY!YghUV`\]g\\YX,r 5. The YUgYaYbh!dfYj\]cig`m!cVhU\]bYX!Zcf!U!kUhYf!`\]bY!Xif\]b\[!WcbghfiWh\]cb!cZ!h\\Y!qLYgYfjY!:r! lot will need to be abandoned prior to the acceptance of the Musa Lane. 6. Fire hydrants shall be placed curbside every 500 feet within the new development. 7. Provide a copy of the approved TXDOT permit to the Planning Offices allowing the connection of Musa Lane to North Major Drive. Brief discussion followed concerning specifics of the waiver request. 9$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 The applicant was present. Colby Brackin of Access Surveyors, 11025 Old Voth Road, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that he recently learned of the requirement for the waiver. Mr. Brackin further stated that all conditions have been addressed with the exception of the waiver requirement. He also stated that the size of the lots and commercial development can be adjusted. A representative of the applicant was present. Hani Tohme of Golden Triangle Consulting Engineers, 85 Interstate Frontage Road, Suite 204A, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. Tohme stated that he does not recommend shortening the cul-de-sac as it would result in the loss of four lots. He further stated that the driveway will have shared access and will also serve other properties in the future. Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request of a Preliminary Plat of Westchase 2 Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as requested in PZ2025-96, with the following added waiver: A waiver to extend the maximum cul-de- gUW!`Yb\[h\\!Zfca!6..s!hc!720s and, with the following conditions: 1. Display the proposed street and right-of-way width on the plat prior to final recordation. 2. Show an exclusive water line easement to loop the water from the end of Musa Lane back to Major Drive. 3. :XX!U!d`Uh!bchY!hc!ghUhY*!q:``!dfcdYfhm!ckbYfg!k\]``!VY!fYei\]fYX!hc!WcbghfiWh!U!2s!(cZ!3s*!\]Z! required) wide concrete sidewalk adjacent to the street, located 4 feet from the back of WifV,!:h!ghfYYh!\]bhYfgYWh\]cbg*!\]Z!Udd`\]WUV`Y*!g\]XYkU`_g!UfY!hc!\]bW`iXY!WcbghfiWh\]cb!cZ!U!3s! wide landing to tie-in with concrete access ramps. If any lot is not developed within five (3)!mYUfg!cZ!fYWcfXUh\]cb!cZ!h\\Y!Z\]bU`!d`Uh*!h\\Y!WiffYbh!ckbYf!g\\U``!WcbghfiWh!h\\Y!g\]XYkU`_,r 4. :XX!U!d`Uh!bchY!hc!ghUhY*!qNYadcfUfm!Yfcg\]cb!Wcbhfc`!aYUgifYg!aigh!fYaU\]b!\]b!d`UWY!ibh\]`! permanent m YUgifYg!UfY!YghUV`\]g\\YX,r 5. N\\Y!YUgYaYbh!dfYj\]cig`m!cVhU\]bYX!Zcf!U!kUhYf!`\]bY!Xif\]b\[!WcbghfiWh\]cb!cZ!h\\Y!qLYgYfjY!:r! lot will need to be abandoned prior to the acceptance of the Musa Lane. 6. Fire hydrants shall be placed curbside every 500 feet within the new development. 7. Provide a copy of the approved TXDOT permit to the Planning Offices allowing the connection of Musa Lane to North Major Drive. Commissioner Makin seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0. 4) PZ2025-97: Request for approval of a Preliminary Plat of Emerald Point Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying :$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 Location: 6820 Griffing Road Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc. is requesting approval of a Preliminary Plat of Emerald Point Subdivision located at 6820 Griffing Road just west of the Guess Elementary School. Conditional approval of the plat was given in May 2023 and the development is currently under construction. However, no final plat has been recorded prompting the renewal of the Preliminary Plat to be in compliance with section 26.02.002(c) of ..failure to prepare a final plat and have it recorded in h\\Y!=cXY!cZ!IfX\]bUbWYg!k\\\]W\\!ghUhYg*!q, accordance with the provisions of this chapter within twenty-four (24) months from the date of DE9@>A>B5EL!D@5G!5DDECI5@!F=5@@!E9FH@G!>B!G=9!9KD>E5G>CB!C:!G=9!DE9I>CHF!5DDECI5@)N The subdivision will create twenty (20) residential lots along the proposed roadway, Joanna Road. Water and sanitary sewer service will be provided with extension of city services on Griffing Road. Storm water will be routed to a detention pond and then metered out to a roadside ditch along Griffing Road. The detention pond and tie-in will be designed for net-zero impact. The developer \]bhYbXg!hc!\]bghU``!3s!g\]XYkU`_g!U`cb\[!Af\]ZZ\]b\[!LcUX!UbX!2s!g\]XYkU`_g!k\]h\\\]b!h\\Y!giVX\]j\]g\]cb!Ug!h\\Y! homes are built. Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc. received a waiver in 2023 to the lot depth of 100 s!cb!Fch! 10 and 11. To align with the spirit of the ordinance, they have widened Lot 10 and 11 to allow the buildable area to be equivalent or greater than the minimal area required by ordinances and the typical lots in this proposed subdivision. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request and the waiver. The representative of the applicant was present. Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc., 5550 Eastex Freeway, Suite O, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the development is currently under construction. Mr. Faust further stated that utilities are in place and a detention pond is being constructed on the east side of the subdivision. Commissioner Makin moved to approve the request of a Preliminary Plat of Emerald Point Subdivision, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as requested in PZ2025-97, with the following waiver: :!kU\]jYf!hc!h\\Y!a\]b\]aia!aYUb!`ch!XYdh\\!cZ!/..s!Zcf!`chg!/.!UbX!//!dfcj\]XYX!h\\Ym!YlWYYX! the minimum area requirements. Commissioner Jabbar seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0. 5) PZ2025-98: Request for approval of a Preliminary Plat of Wolf Creek Subdivision, Sections 2-4, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Applicant: Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying Location: Extension of Dylan Drive to the north and land west of extending to Chamberlin Drive <$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc. requests approval of a Preliminary Plat of the Wolf Creek Subdivision, Sections 2-4, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. Additionally, the applicant is seeking a waiver to reduce the right-of-way Drive and Big Bend Drive in Section k\]Xh\\!fYei\]fYaYbhg!Zfca!4.s!hc!3.s!Zcf!h\\Y!YlhYbg\]cb!cZ!>m`Ub! 2. The 21-acre development is located north and west of Dylan Drive and extends west to Chamberlin Drive. Construction will begin at Section 4 and work its way backwards as to not impede daily activity within the built neighborhood along Dylan Drive. The entire development will produce 76 residential lots in total. The development will include detention and greatly improve connectivity of the existing neighborhood by increasing access points from 1 to 3 once completed. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Planning staff recommended approval of the request with the following waiver: A waiver to reduce the right-of-way width of Dylan Drive and Big Bend Drive in Section 0!Zfca!4.s!hc!3.s ; and, with the following amended conditions: 1. 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The GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) portion of the property be rezoned to a Residential zoning district to comply with the Permitted Use Table. Brief discussion followed concerning specifics of the request. The representative of the applicant was present. Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc., 5550 Eastex Freeway, Suite O, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the original subdivision plat provided for one exit and the new proposed plat will provide for two exits. Mr. Faust also discussed specifics of the waiver requirement. =$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 Commissioner Jabbar moved to approve the request of a Preliminary Plat of Wolf Creek Subdivision, Sections 2-4, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, as requested in PZ2025-98, with the following waiver: A waiver to reduce the right-of-way width of Dylan Drive and Big Bend Drive in Section 0!Zfca!4.s!hc!3.s ;and, with the following amended conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary -treatment gYkYf!\]adfcjYaYbhg*!\]bW`iX\]b\[!Ubm!fYei\]fYaYbhg!cZ!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!VUW_Z`ck*!dfY and/or F.O.G program. 2. are subject :XX!U!d`Uh!bchY*!q:``!hfYYg!UbX!g\\fiVVYfm!`cWUhYX!k\]h\\\]b!h\\Y!ih\]`\]hm!YUgYaYbhg! hc!fYacjU`,r 3. :XX!U!d`Uh!bchY*!qNYadcfUfm!Yfcg\]cb!Wcbhfc`!aYUgifYg!aigh!fYaU\]b!\]b!d`UWY!ibh\]`! permanent measures are established. 4. :XX!U!d`Uh!bchY!q:``!dfcdYfhm!ckbYfg!k\]``!VY!fYei\]fYX!hc!WcbghfiWh!U!2s!(cZ!3s*!\]Z!fYei\]fYX)! wide concrete sidewalk adjacent to the street, located 4 feet from the back of curb. At street \]bhYfgYWh\]cbg*!\]Z!Udd`\]WUV`Y*!g\]XYkU`_g!UfY!hc!\]bW`iXY!WcbghfiWh\]cb!cZ!U!3s!k\]XY!`UbX\]b\[!hc! tie-in with concrete access ramps. If any lot is not developed within five (5) years of fYWcfXUh\]cb!cZ!h\\Y!Z\]bU`!d`Uh*!h\\Y!WiffYbh!ckbYf!g\\U``!WcbghfiWh!h\\Y!g\]XYkU`_,r 5. The GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) portion of the property be rezoned to a Residential zoning district to comply with the Permitted Use Table. Commissioner Makin seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0. 6) PZ2025-101: Request to review and adopt the M25E?F!:CE!-@@,!.95HACBGOF!2@5L6CC?!:CE! 25E?F'!397E95G>CB'!5B8!0E99BFD579!15FG9E!2@5B)N! Applicant: City of Beaumont Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. In February of 2024, the City Council approved a resolution (Resolution No. 24-048) to execute an agreement with Halff Associates, Inc., of Richardson, Texas, to develop a master parks, recreation and greenspace plan for the City of Beaumont. This plan will serve as a strategic framework to shape the development, improvement, and management of our park system for years to come. Over the past several months, City staffworking closely with community stakeholders, local p committees, and external consultantshas thoroughly reviewed and updated the plan to reflect the p current and future needs of our growing city. The focus is on creating accessible, inclusive, and se of future generations. gighU\]bUV`Y!gdUWYg!h\\Uh!gYfjY!bch!cb`m!hcXUmsg!fYg\]XYbhg!Vih!h\\c >$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 N\\Y!idXUhYX!d`Ub!fYdfYgYbhg!U!g\\UfYX!j\]g\]cb!Zcf!cif!W\]hmsg!fYWfYUh\]cbU`!ZihifY*!UbX!kY!VY`\]YjY!\]h!\]g! essential to move forward with a clear strategy to meet the evolving needs of our diverse community. Planning staff recommended approval of the M25E?F!:CE!-@@,!.95HACBGOF!2@5L6CC?!:CE!25E?F'! 397E95G>CB'!5B8!0E99BFD579!15FG9E!2@5B)N! Julian Salas-Porras of Halff Associates, Inc., 1201 N. Bowser Road, Richardson, Texas addressed the Commission by providing a presentation of the proposed Master Plan and Casey Collins, also of Halff Associates, Inc., presented proposed improvements for Tyrrell Park. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Makin moved to approve the request to review and adopt the M25E?F!:CE!-@@,! ion, and Greenspace Master Plan, as requested in .95HACBGOF!2@5L6CC?!:CE!25E?F'!397E95GN PZ2025-101. Commissioner Jabbar seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0. 7) PZ2025-112: Request to review and adopt the Special District Guidelines and M 2EC798HE9F)N Applicant: City of Beaumont Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. As the City continues to grow and attract a variety of development interests, it is essential to establish clear and consistent guidelines for the formation and operation of special districts, including Public Improvement Districts (PIDs), Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones (TIRZs), Municipal Management Districts (MMDs), and Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs). These districts can be valuable tools for financing infrastructure and promoting development, but without well-defined expectations, they may lead to inconsistent outcomes, -term vision. \]bWfYUgYX!UXa\]b\]ghfUh\]jY!VifXYbg*!cf!dfc^YWhg!h\\Uh!Xc!bch!U`\]\[b!k\]h\\!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!`cb\[ Staff recommended approval of the Special Districts Guidelines and Procedures to ensure q N transparency, protect public interests, and provide a consistent framework for evaluating and managing these districts. Clear policies will help guide applicants, streamline the review process, UbX!YbgifY!h\\Uh!YUW\\!X\]ghf\]Wh!Wcbhf\]VihYg!aYUb\]b\[Zi``m!hc!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!\[fckh\\*!gighU\]bUV\]`\]hm*!UbX! overall quality of life. Staff respectfully requested that Council consider implementing a $2,500 nonrefundable application fee to help offset the administrative costs associated with reviewing and processing special district proposals. Mrs. Engman provided a presentation of Special Districts Guidelines and h\\Y!dfcdcgYX!q Procedures. She further stated that the purpose of the item currently is to provide general N information and requested that the Commission not consider or table the item in order that she may further fine tune the document. 54$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 Jerry LeBlanc of Binnacle Development, 11210 Blume Avenue, Suite 200, Houston, Texas addressed the Commission. Mr. LeBlanc stated that his company would like to develop a Master Plan community in Beaumont at Northwest Parkway and Pointe Parkway. He further discussed specifics relating to benefits of a PID designation. The Commission did not take action on this item. 8) PZ2025-113 Request for approval of the establishment of Public Improvement District (PID) No. 1 within the city limits of Beaumont and the preparation of a service and assessment plan. Applicant: Jerry Leblanc, Beaumont 10 LLC Location: 5105 Gail Drive This item has been tabled to a future meeting of the Planning Commission. JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGS Mayor West called the Joint Public Hearings of April 21, 2025 to order at 4:42 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. 9) PZ2025-65: Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a residential care facility in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling- Highest Density) District. Applicant: Eric Ardoin Location: 2326 Roman Street Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Eric Ardoin is requesting approval of a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to operate a residential care facility at 2326 Roman Street. The facility will be a private-pay home offering room and board in a safe, sober living environment for men in recovery. It will provide eight (8) beds across four (4) shared bedrooms, with all common areas shared. The home is intended to support residents as they transition from treatment by helping them secure employment, participate in a twelve-step program, and attend religious services. The property is zoned RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Highest Density), located in a mixed- o use area that includes residential, industrial, and commercial uses such as the Martin Marietta -H =cbWfYhY!d`Ubh*!<UV\]b!GUW\\\]bY!Qcf_g*!UbX!Mh,!Fi_Ysg!G\]gg\]cbUfm!<Udh\]gh!=\\ifW\\,!N\\Y!LG district permits a range of residential types and, with a Specific Use Permit, allows for uses such as recreational, religious, health, and educational facilities. According to the Comprehensive Plan, the site falls within a Conservation Revitalization areaan area experiencing decline and in need p of focused investment. While the proposed use generally aligns with the goals of revitalization, -street parking is not available, h\\Y!=\]hmsg!NfUZZ\]W!?b\[\]bYYf!\\Ug!fU\]gYX!WcbWYfbg!UVcih!dUf_\]b\[,!Ib and the property owner must ensure that parking for more than two vehicles does not obstruct traffic flow or neighboring properties. 55$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 Additionally, Mr. Ardoin submitted a letter with this proposal stating that no sex offenders shall reside within the home at any time. Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Staff recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: 1. The property owner will be responsible for ensuring that vehicles do not obstruct neighboring driveways or restrict traffic flow. 2. N\\Y!Udd`\]WUbh!g\\U``!giVa\]h!U!dUf_\]b\[!d`Ub!UddfcjYX!Vm!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!NfUZZ\]W!?b\[\]bYYf!hc!YbgifY! that emergency vehicles can safely access and navigate the roadway. 3. Shall obtain an approved Certificate of Occupancy from the Building Official. Should alterations or repairs to the structure be required, all construction shall comply with all applicable City codes and complete all required inspections. 4. M\\U``!\]bghU``!Ub!6s!kccX!df\]jUWm!ZYbWY!U`cb\[!h\\Y!YUghYfb*!bcfh\\Yfb!UbX!kYghYfb!dfcdYfhm! line, encompassing the backyard, to provide privacy measures to nearby single-family homes. 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. The responses in opposition stated that they hope there is no drug use or sex offenders residing in the home and are generally concerned for their safety. Brief discussion followed concerning the number of parking spaces and number of bedrooms in the home. The applicant was present. Eric Ardoin, 2655 Harrison Street, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the home was established as a transitional home for formerly homeless individuals. Mr. Ardoin further stated that parking will accommodate three vehicles, however, most residents do not own a vehicle. He also stated that the home has been operating for approximately four months and he serves as its Manager. Mr. Ardoin further stated that he does not reside at the home, however, a resident serves as an On-Site Manager. He stated that he has managed a transitional home located on Liberty Street for twenty-two months. He also stated that random or suspicion drug testing is conducted. He further stated that he spoke to neighbors and they do not have a problem with the facility. Mr. Ardoin stated that the maximum number of residents in the four bedroom/two bathroom home is eight individuals, but he does not expect to reach full capacity. He also stated that he speaks to the owner daily with the owner visiting the home monthly. Mr. Ardoin stated that residents do not stay long term. He also stated that all but one resident is employed with workers either driving to work, being picked up by someone that owns a vehicle, or riding a bicycle. The applicant stated that he will comply with the conditions recommended by Staff. Brief discussion followed regarding size of the facility, specifics relating to residents of the home, applicable permits, and the conditions recommended by Staff. 56$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 The public hearing on this item was opened. Peggy Cole Lee, 2320 Roman Street, addressed the Commission. She stated that she was not informed that the residence will be a transitional home and does not approve of the request. Ms. Lee further stated that the facility has been in existence for more than four months, there is no supervision of the residents, and she has recently heard gunshots in the early morning hours. She also stated her home has been in her family for over fifty years. Ms. Lee further expressed concerns of safety. The applicant was given an opportunity to speak in rebuttal. Mr. Ardoin stated that the original intention was to flip the house with him serving as the Contractor and it was later decided to operate the residence as a transitional home. He further stated that once the decision was made to operate the residence as a transitional home, he visited Ms. Lee to advise her and address her concerns. He further stated that he advised three of the six neighbors of the purpose of the home, with none opposing the request. Mr. Ardoin further stated that residents do not possess guns and he does not know where the gunshots heard by Ms. Lee originated. Peggy Cole Lee again addressed the Commission. Ms. Lee stated that Mr. Audoin does not live in the home and she does not approve of the request. She further gave a brief history of her home and the property. Eric Ardoin was again given an opportunity to speak in rebuttal. He stated that residents of the facility repaired her fence and the property is properly maintained. The public hearing on this item was closed. Commissioner Jabbar moved to deny the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a residential care facility in an RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling-Highest Density) District, as requested in PZ2025-65. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to deny the request carried 6:0. 10) PZ2025-94: Request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a commercial warehouse and office park in a GC-MD (General Commercial Multiple Family Dwelling) District. Applicant: Chris Akbari of Itex Partners Holdings Location: 1120 Wendelin Drive Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Matthew Cook, on behalf of ITEX, is requesting approval of a Specific Use Permit, to allow a commercial warehouse and office park at the property located Uh!//0.!QYbXY`\]b!>f\]jY,!=caaYfW\]U`!cWWidUbW\]Yg!giW\\!Ug!WcbhfUWhcfsg!cZZ\]WYg*!fYhU\]`*!UbX! professional offices are permitted outright within the GC-MD (General Commercial- Multiple Family Dwelling) District. However, the warehousing and distribution requires a Specific Use Permit. 57$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 The site spans 10.3 acres and will include 15 buildings, offering a total of 105,000 square feet of leasable space. The project is designed to provide affordable commercial lease opportunities for small businesses that do not require heavy industrial facilities. It aims to support local contractors, small-scale storage, direct shipping operations, and online warehousing for local distribution. The proposed use specifically excludes businesses that need laydown yards, 18-wheeler access, or heavy industrial equipment. 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, gYkYf!\]adfcjYaYbhg*!\]bW`iX\]b\[!Ubm!fYei\]fYaYbhg!cZ!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!VUW_Z`ck*!JfY and/or F.O.G. program. 2. Construction shall comply with all applicable Building and Fire Codes. 3. The development shall comply with Section 28.06.006 Landscaping and screening requirements of the City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances. Eight (8) 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. A representative of the applicant was present. Matthew Cook, 6095 Ventura Lane, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the property will be constructed in phases and used as an office and warehouse development. Mr. Cook further stated that a 175,000 cu. ft. tree buffer will exist XYhYbh\]cb!dcbX!k\]``!VY!WcbghfiWhYX!Uh!h\\Y!gcih\\YUgh!dfcdYfhm!`\]bY!UbX!U!/..s! along the south end of the property. He also stated that there is currently one garbage dumpster on the property, however, additional dumpsters can be added as each phase is completed. Mr. Cook further stated that there will also be multiple property access points. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Makin moved to approve the request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a commercial warehouse and office park in a GC-MD (General Commercial-Multiple Family Dwelling) District, as requested in PZ2025-94, with the following conditions: 1. Construction plans must meet all requirements by Water Utilities for water and sanitary , Pre-treatment, gYkYf!\]adfcjYaYbhg*!\]bW`iX\]b\[!Ubm!fYei\]fYaYbhg!cZ!h\\Y!=\]hmsg!VUW_Z`ck and/or F.O.G. program. 2. Construction shall comply with all applicable Building and Fire Codes. 3. The development shall comply with Section 28.06.006 Landscaping and screening requirements of the City of Beaumont Code of Ordinances. Commissioner Noyola seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0. 58$ $ Planning Commission $$$ April 21, 2025 11) PZ2025-102: Request for a Rezoning from GC-MD (General Commercial Multiple Family Dwelling) District to R-S (Residential Single-Family Dwelling) District. Applicant: Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc. Location: The southern 2.43 acres of the residual 21.10 acre tract to the north and west of the existing Dylan Drive Mrs. Engman presented the staff report. Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc., is requesting a Rezoning for 2.43- acres more or less located at the southern portion of the 21.10 acre tract located north and west of Dylan Drive. Mr. Faust seeks to change the zoning from GC- MD (General Commercial Multiple Family Dwelling) to R-S (Residential Single Family o Dwelling) to develop a seventy-six (76) lot residential subdivision. :WWcfX\]b\[!hc!h\\Y!=cadfY\\Ybg\]jY!J`Ub!h\\Y!dfcdYfhm!\]g!`cWUhYX!k\]h\\\]b!U!q=cbhYadcfUfm! a diversity of housing types an convenient access to HY\]\[\\Vcf\\ccX!>Yg\]\[b!=cbWYdhr*!k\\\]W\\!\]g!q parks, schools and shopping centers while still protecting single-family residential areas from The proposed residential zoning >BGEHF>CB!C:!>B7CAD5G>6@9!@5B8!HF9F!5B8!I9=>7H@5E!GE5::>7))N)! district and existing surrounding uses appear to align with the intent of the Comprehensive Plan. $ Slides of the site plan and subject property were shown. Planning staff recommended approval of the request. Twenty-eight (28) notices were mailed to property owners within two hundred (200) feet of the subject property. Eight (8) responses were received in favor and zero (0) were received in opposition. A response in favor stated that the property is fitting for residential single family zoning rather than commercial zoning. The applicant was present. Richard Faust of Faust Engineering and Surveying, Inc, 5550 Eastex Freeway, Suite O, Beaumont, Texas addressed the Commission. He stated that the zone change is necessary to develop a residential subdivision. The public hearing on this item was opened and closed without comment. Commissioner Noyola moved to approve the request for a Rezoning from GC-MD (General Commercial Multiple Family Dwelling) District to R-S (Residential Single-Family Dwelling) District, as requested in PZ2025-102. Commissioner Javed seconded the motion. The motion to approve the request carried 6:0. OTHER BUSINESS None. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 5:24 P.M. 59$ $