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Home My WebLink AboutPacket DATE: April 21, 2025 TO: Planning Commission and City Council FROM: Demi Engman, Director of Planning and Community Development. SUBJECT: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a Commercial Warehouse and Office Park in a GC-MD (General Commercial Multiple — Family Dwelling) District. FILE: PZ2025-94 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 at 1120 Wendelin Drive. Commercial occupancies such as contractor's offices, retail, and 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. 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. Staff recommends 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 City's backflow, Pre-treatment, 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. Please note that final occupancy approval is subject to review and acceptance of submitted plans and field inspections to verify compliance with applicable codes. Exhibits are attached. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION Notices mailed to 8 property owners. LEGAL DESCRIPTION FOR ORDINANCE PURPOSES Being part of Lot 2, Block K, Thomas H. Langham Estates, Abstract 871, Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas containing 25.35 acres more or less. ANALYSIS CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL OF SPECIFIC USE PERMIT (SECTION 28-26.E, ZONING ORDINANCE) Application Application Discussion is in is not in in Staff compliance compliance Report Conditions: 1. That the specific use will be compatible with and not injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property, or significantly diminish or impair property values within the immediate vicinity; X 2. That the establishment of the specific use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding vacant property; X 3. That adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and other necessary supporting facilities have been or will be provided; X 4. The design, location and arrangement of all driveways and parking spaces provides for the safe and convenient movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic without adversely affecting the general public or adjacent developments; X 5. That adequate nuisance prevention measures have been or will be taken to prevent or control offensive odor, fumes, dust, noise and vibration; X 6. That directional lighting will be provided so as not to disturb or adversely affect neighboring properties; X 7. That there are sufficient landscaping and screening to insure harmony and compatibility with adjacent property; and, X 8. That the proposed use is in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan. X GENERAL INFORMATION/PUBLIC UTILITIES APPLICANT: Stacey Garza PROPERTY OWNER: Itex Partners Holdings LLC LOCATION: 1030 and 1120 Wendelin Drive EXISTING ZONING: GC-MD (General Commercial—Multiple Family Dweling) PROPERTY SIZE: 25.35 acres, more or less EXISTING LAND USES: Vacant FLOOD HAZARD ZONE: "X" -Areas determined to be outside 500-year floodplain SURROUNDING LAND USES: SURROUNDING ZONING: NORTH: Commercial GC-MD (General Commercial—Multiple Family Dwelling) EAST: Vacant R-S (Residential—Single Family Dwelling) SOUTH: Educational R-S WEST: Vacant R-S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: Stable Area STREETS: Wendelin Drive—Local Street 60' right-of-way and a 25' pavement width DRAINAGE: Open ditch WATER: 8" on Wendelin SANITARY SEWER SERVICE: Extension on Wendelin PROPERTY OWNERS NOTIFIED WITHIN 200 FEET LABELLE PROPERTIES LTD 5735 COLLEGE STREET JEFFERSON COUNTY D D 6 JEFFERSON COUNTY D D 6 DIOCESE OF BEAUMONT ITEX PARTNERS HOLDINGS LLC BEAUMONT RETREAT W LP BLANCHE INVESTMENTS INC B !AUMONI Planning & Community Development Case Type:Planning and Zoning Case Status: REVIEW Case Sub Type: Specific Use Permit Tag Name: SUP to develop and office/warehouse Case#: PZ2025-94 park Location: 1120 WENDELIN DR, BEAUMONT, TX Initiated On: 3/25/2025 10:01:35AM Individuals listed on the record: Applicant Chris Akbari - Itex Partners Holdings Home Phone: 409-724-0020 3735 Honeywood Court Work Phone: Port Arthur,TX 77642 Cell Phone: 832-941-5343 E-Mail: chris.akbari@itexgrp.com Property Owner Itex Partners Holdings Home Phone: 409-724-0020 3735 Honeywood Court Work Phone: Port Arthur, TX 77642 Cell Phone: E-Mail: Agent Matthew Cook Home Phone: 6095 Ventura Ln Work Phone: Beaumont,TX 77706 Cell Phone: 409-658-8032 E-Mail: m.howell.cook@gmail.com Case Type:Planning and Zoning Page 1 of 2 Case#: PZ2025-94 Printed On:4/2/2025 • licjAu ;LArs- yriT Planning &Community Development Legal Description Legal description in PDF attachment Number of Acres 10.45 Proposed Use Commercial offices/warehousing complex That the specific use will be Yes, the specific use of an office/warehouse complex will be compatible with and not injurious to compatible with and not injurious to the use and enjoyment of other the use and enjoyment of other property. property, nor significantly diminish or impair property values within the immediate vicinity That the establishment of the specific Yes,the establishment of the specific use of an office/warehouse use will not impede the normal and complex will not impede the normal and orderly development and orderly development and improvement improvement of the surrounding vacant property. of surrounding vacant property; That adequate utilities,access roads, Yes,the adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and other drainage and other necessary necessary supporting facilities will be provided. supporting facilities have been or will be provided The design, location and arrangement Yes,the design, location, and arrangement of all driveways and of all driveways and parking spaces parking spaces provides for the safe and convenient movement of provides for the safe and convenient vehicular and pedestrian traffic. movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic That adequate nuisance prevention Yes, adequate nuisance prevention measures will be taken to prevent measures have been or will be taken and/or control offensive odor,fumes, dust, noise, and vibration. to prevent or control offensive odor, fumes, dust,noise and vibration That directional lighting will be Yes, directional lighting will be provided so as not to disturb or provided so as not to disturb or adversely affect neighboring properties. adversely affect neighboring properties That there are sufficient landscaping Yes,there will be sufficient landscaping and screening to insure and screening to insure harmony and harmony and compatibility with adjacent property. compatibility with adjacent property That the proposed use is in Yes,the proposed specific use of an office/warehouse is in accordance with the Comprehensive accordance with the comprehensive plan. Plan Notes: Case Type: Planning and Zoning Page 2 of 2 Case#: PZ2025-94 Printed On:4/2/2025 Matthew Cook Owner MCDEV, LLC — Real Estate Consulting m.howell.cook(a�gmail.corn 409-658-8032 Beaumont City Planning & Community Development 801 Main Street Beaumont, TX 77701 Subject: Application for Special Use Permit (SUP) — 1120 Wendelin Rd, Tract 2A Dear Planning Commission Members, I am writing to formally apply for a Special Use Permit (SUP) for the property located at 1120 Wendelin, Beaumont, TX 77707. Our intention is to develop an office/warehouse park that will cater to the growing demand in Beaumont, particularly along the College St. corridor. This facility will provide small office spaces alongside warehouse facilities to support local businesses. Proposed Use and Activities: The proposed development is designed specifically to accommodate industries that promote small business growth without the heavy requirements typical of larger industrial operations. Our ideal tenants will include: • Local contractors, such as plumbers and electricians, who require both office and warehouse space. • Small storage and shipping operations that facilitate local commerce. • Online local warehousing services, allowing for efficient distribution and direct local shipping. We aim to create a supportive environment for small business operations that do not necessitate access for 18-wheelers, large lowboys, or other heavy equipment. Additionally, we will not have lay-down yards at this site as we are not looking for industrial tenants. Community Impact: We recognize a strong demand for this type of property in Beaumont and believe our project will positively impact the community by providing much-needed space for local businesses, fostering entrepreneurial growth, and generating job opportunities. We are fully committed to complying with all local regulations and maintaining open communication with the community and our tenants. Thank you for your consideration of this application. We are eager to provide any additional information needed and welcome any questions you may have. Please feel free to contact me at 409-658-8032 or m.howell.cookgmail.com. Thank you for your time and attention. Sincerely, Matthew Cook Owner MCDEV, LLC — Real Estate Consulting PROJECT DATA LIGHT INDUSTRIAL RETREAT WEST SITE AREA: 10.3 ACRES BEAUMONT APARMENTS BUILDING MIX: TRACT 03 \\ ACCESS ROAD — —\---- TYPE I 6000 SF 10 BUILDINGS 3.7ACRES — _ — — — — — — TYPE II 9000 SF 05 BUILDINGS — — 10'Wx5'H • •-•••••• ••••••••••••••••O•••.4444 44 i i4:*:i i i i i i i i i i'i•..• •*i'%i i•%i'i'i i i i V•��At•PETROLEUM PIPELINE•:::•:•:•:•:•:••0�.:••` TOTAL GROSS AREA: 105,000 SF •❖o,,••��••;�;•�;�;�r.�O•�••.•❖•❖❖.,,�••••,•••• __ .•:w..-.+ FUTURE ROAD __,_ TOTAI PARKING: 180 SPACES \ NEW ACCESS ROAD _ _ilimmomor;All 1 FL. _.-E MULTIFAMILY Aim I SITE AREA: 11.2 ACRES 1 of t 'S 112 LEGENDS I I 8'HIGH MASONRY WALL 1 = " to ] i f I , 1 : WITH TWO PANEL GATE . ---- I FUTURE\ I !Q I MULTIFAMILY SITE 1 I 1 • • Ion LANSCAPE BUFFER -, ^9ACRES) jz:, i' / ,Ic • Imo: w: Z• . 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