HomeMy WebLinkAboutP&Z Minutes 2010-11-04 RegularMINUTES OF A
REGULAR MEETING
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2010
7:OOPM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CITY HALL
910 S. FRIENDSWOOD DRIVE
FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS
1. The meeting was called to order at 7pm with the following people in attendance:
Chairman Kevin Holland
Commissioner Mark Tibbitts
Commissioner David O'Farrell
Rhonda Balser, Secretary
Bobby Gervais, City Attorney
Vice Chairman Mark McLean
Commissioner Hassan Moghaddam
Mona Miller, City Planner
Morad Kabiri, Director of CDD
Councilman Jill Hill
2. Communication from the public/committee liaisons
(To comply ivith provisions of the Open Meetings Act, the Commission inay not deliberate
on subjects discussed under this agenda item However, the Commission may direct such
subjects be placed on a later regular Commission agenda for discussion and/or possible
action)
Mi•. Orlando Fernandez spoke in reference to item 4. He explained that his parents live in
the existing white house on the property and that they gave him half an acre approximately
six years ago, but had never followed up with platting the land. He stated that he talked to
surrounding property owners and obtained signatures from some stating that they did not
have an objection to the subdivision of this property. He submitted statements signed by
Chad Berry, Kathryn Arthur, and Joe Reyes Sr. He said that there was one other person
who objected to this subdivision the last time it was brought before P&Z and he tried to
contact that person, but could not get in touch with him. Mr. Fernandez stated that he
compared these proposed lots to other lots in the surrounding area and that there are several
that are smaller than this proposal. He stated that he feels this proposed subdivision does
fit in with the area.
3. Consent Agenda:
A. Approval of minutes for the:
1) October 21, 2010 regular meeting
Motion to approve: McLean
Second: Holland
Vote: 5 to 0 (unanimous)
Motion Carried
4, Consideration and possible action regarding the final plat of Fernandez Subdivision,
being 2.015 acres out of Lot 1, Block C, Central Park Subdivision as recorded in Volume
105, Page 151, Galveston County Deed Records, Sarah McKissick League, Abstract 151,
Galveston County, Friendswood, Texas
Motion to approve: Moghaddam
Second: Tibbitts
Vote: 5 to 0 (unanimous) Motion Carried
Holland stated that there were only 4 commissioners present last time this was presented
to P&Z (May 20, 2010) and that the two lots along Sunset were to have access via
Sunset. Miller explained that other concerns of citizens at that meeting were the
character of the large lots in the area and the access to Sunset. She explained that the
coiner lot will front Falling Leaf now.
McLean asked if there is room for the new structures to meet all of the setback
requirements since there is an existing house and staff verified that there is ample room.
He also asked if the City sent notices and Kabiri stated that we did send courtesy notices
to property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. McLean also asked if there
are any restrictive covenants on the property that would prohibit the subdivision of the
property. Staff and the property owner both stated that they are not aware of any
restrictive covenants. Kabiri stated that staff reviews the title report which should show
any deed restrictions on the property and there were none indicated on the report for this
property.
O'Farrell asked about drainage. Kabiri explained that the owner has the choice to
purchase regional detention or build a pond on the property and that it would be
determined at the time of building permit.
Holland asked where the water and sewer lines are located for the existing house. Kabiri
stated that the lines should be tied into the mains along Falling Leaf, but if not, the
property owners would be responsible for moving the lines if necessary. Kabiri and
Holland explained this to Mr. Fernandez.
5, Consideration and possible action regarding proposed amendments to Article IV of
Chapter 26 — Environment of the City of Friendswood Code of Ordinances (Wecds,
Brush, and Rubbish (Nuisance) Ordinance)
No action taken... discussion only.
Kabiri explained the ordinance changes being proposed. He explained that the proposed
changes include expanding the definition of grass, changes in the notification process,
actions for reoccurring violations within a year of a cited violation, and adding the
provision for uncultivated land to grow to 24 inches if it is 50 feet or more from adjacent
land or a street, but areas within 50 feet of adjacent land or streets becomes a nuisance
after 9inches. Kabiri explained that this is on the agenda to discuss with Council on
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November 15th and that if anyone has suggestions, correction or additions between now
and then to let staff know.
Tibbitts asked about the $2,000 per day fine and Kabiri explained that is a standard
amount and that it is up to the judge to determine the actual fine with the maximum being
the $2,000 per day. Kabiri stated that staff has issued less than five citations over the past
year and none have paid the $2,000 fine.
Gervais asked if this proposal was passed in 2008. Kabiri explained that it was drafted in
2008, but Council never -took action on the item,
McLean stated that on page 6, it references the City Manager as the authority in one place
and the Community Development department in another. He would like the ordinance to
be consistent and reference the City Manager or his designee.
6. Consideration and possible action regarding future Planning and Zoning Commission
meeting dates
No action taken.
Miller reminded the Commission that the next meeting is a Joint Work Session with
Council on November 15 and will include anything that would have been on the meeting
for November 18. After that, December 2 will be the next regular meeting.
McLean asked that the recommendation memos that have been generated for the items to
be discussed be redistributed to the Commissioners as refreshers.
7. Communications from the Commission
McLean stated that he attended the last Council meeting and they gave the Mayor
permission to start building infrastructure in the panhandle.
Holland stated that numerous candidates have been interviewed for the vacant position on
the Commission and the recommendations have been forwarded to Council, and
hopefully he/she will be present for the November 15th meeting.
8. Reports
a. Council Liaison — Councilman Hill stated that he looks f6tward to seeing the
Commissioners at the next meeting.
b. Staff - None
9. The meeting was adjourned at 7:21pm.
These minutes submitted by;
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