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HomeMy WebLinkAboutP&Z Minutes 2012-04-02 Special PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION JOINT WORK SESSION 1. The Joint Work Session was called to order at 6:08pm with the following people in attendance: Chairman Kevin Holland Vice Chairman Mark McLean Commissioner Mark Tibbitts Commissioner David O’Farrell Commissioner Jim Gibson Commissioner Jim Nye Commissioner Hassan Moghaddam Mona Miller, Planner Nick Haby, Planning Manager/PIO Frank Manigold, Dep. Director of CDD City Council Aubrey Harbin, Development Specialist City Attorney Arnold Polanco Morad Kabiri, Assistant City Manager 2. Discussion with City Council regarding Single Family Residential – Estate zoning Kabiri explained the history of the discussions of the SFR-E zoning category and that some of the pros and cons of proactively and reactively changing the zoning on select properties from SFR to SFR-E. Tibbitts explained that P&Z SFR-E Subcommittee hosted five town hall meetings in which each meeting consisted of a concentrated area or neighborhood. He stated and that the majority of the people who attended the meetings were in favor of the SFR-E zoning classification and that the citizens appreciated the neighborhood approach. He explained that the subcommittee would meet and discuss their findings with the other Commissioners and then present a recommendation to Council. Gibson stated that the vast majority of the citizens were in favor of the SFR-E zoning and those not in favor showed interest in the subdividing their land in the future. He stated that it does not achieve the goal be allowing one owner to opt in. McLean stated that the minimum size of the lots may be discussed as a result of suggestions and comments received. MINUTES OF A SPECIAL & A REGULAR MEETING HELD MONDAY, APRIL 2, 2012 AT 6PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 910 S. FRIENDSWOOD DRIVE FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS 2 April 2, 2012 P&Z Meeting Kabiri stated that approximately 20-30 residents attended each meeting and Gibson added that there was a good two-way conversation and each meeting lasted about 1-1.5 hours. 3. The Joint Work Session adjourned at 6:33pm. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING 1. The Joint Public Hearing was called to order at 7:02pm with the same people in attendance. 2. Receive comments from the public, both oral and written, regarding: A. Zone classification change from Community Shopping Center (CSC) to Community Shopping Center - Specific Use Permit (CSC-SUP) to allow NAICS use #44112 Used Car Dealers at 304 W. Parkwood Avenue David Esmaeillou, owner, stated that he has owned this business for 12 years and that he is constantly approached by customers to purchase and buy vehicles. He stated that it would not be a big operation, but that he would like to give people what they have been asking for without jeopardizing his existing business. 3. The Joint Public Hearing adjourned at 7:05pm. REGULAR MEETING (2nd floor conference room, immediately following JPH) 1. The regular meeting was called to order at 7:08pm with the following people in attendance: Chairman Kevin Holland Vice Chairman Mark McLean Commissioner Mark Tibbitts Commissioner David O’Farrell Commissioner Jim Gibson Commissioner Jim Nye Commissioner Hassan Moghaddam Mona Miller, Planner Frank Manigold, Dep. Director of CDD Aubrey Harbin, Development Specialist 2. Communication from the public/committee liaisons (To comply with provisions of the Open Meetings Act, the Commission may 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.) None 3. Consent Agenda: A. Approval of minutes for the: 1) March 15, 2012 regular meeting Motion to approve: Moghaddam Second: McLean Vote: 7 to 0 (unanimous) Motion Carried 3 April 2, 2012 P&Z Meeting 4. Consideration and possible action regarding a request for a Zone classification change from Community Shopping Center (CSC) to Community Shopping Center - Specific Use Permit (CSC-SUP) to allow NAICS use #44112 Used Car Dealers at 304 W. Parkwood Avenue Motion to approve: McLean Second: Gibson Vote: 0 to 7 (all opposed) Motion Denied Several Commissioners were concerned with congestion and over crowdedness in the parking lot. There was also concern with what would happen if the property changed hands. Miller explained that the SUP is limiting the SUP to 4 parking spaces and a 10ft x 15ft office inside the building to be utilized as the used car dealer. 5. Consideration and possible action regarding preliminary plat of the BSR Subdivision No. 1, being 5.450 acres out of 16.683 remaining acres out of an original 19.4825 acre tract, being tracts B and C of Lot 63 of the Coffman and Hoidale Subdivision, Perry and Austin League, Abstract 55, as recorded in Volume 3, Page 6, Harris County Map Records, Harris County, Friendswood, Texas Motion to approve with staff comments: O’Farrell Second: McLean Vote: 7 to 0 (unanimous) Motion Carried Staff Comments: 1) Make the lot line along between Reserve A and the 40ft platted road a solid line. 2) Ensure that the calculations of the acreage of Reserve A do not include the 600’x 20’ strip of the 40’ platted road. 3) Remove the 30’ BL from the portion of the tract that will be platted in the future. Miller explained that this is a partial plat. There was some discussion about the load that the current private road could handle and the maintenance of that road. Miller explained that it is a privately maintained road. McLean also verified that the future 120-foot ROW for Blackhawk will be addressed when the remainder of the property is platted. 6. Consideration and possible action regarding the commercial site plan for McDonald’s at 302 S. Friendswood Drive Motion to approve with staff comments: Gibson Second: O’Farrell 4 April 2, 2012 P&Z Meeting Vote: 7 to 0 (unanimous) Motion Carried Staff comments: Applicant is proposing several types of façade materials that require action by the Commission. a) Aluminum Trellis and Aluminum Fascia b) Aluminum Canopy System (yellow) c) Aluminum Sunscreen System d) Corrugated Metal Panel The Commissioners were given a different set of plans at the meeting than what was presented to them prior to the meeting. The difference in the plans was that the plans presented at the meeting did not show the building meeting the fenestration requirements of the Downtown District. Miller explained that there was some discrepancy in figuring the value of the building and determining whether or not the building is a legal non-conforming building. The building is located in the Downtown District and if it loses the non-conforming status by doing work that is valued at more than 50% of the value of the building, any changes made to the building would have to be in compliance with the current ordinance, which in this instance was meeting the fenestration requirements. The value was ultimately determined by evidence presented by the owner that the value of the improvements is less than 50% of the value of the real estate. With the evidence of the value, it was determined that the building is a legal non-conforming building. It was requested that we add/clarify the definition for replacement value in the Zoning Ordinance. Alex Fazzino, architect, explained the proposed changes to the site and the building and presented some pictures of existing projects with the proposed metal accents on the buildings. 7. Consideration and possible action regarding the commercial site plan for Sam’s Plumbing at 220 E. Edgewood Drive Motion to approve with staff comments: Moghaddam Second: O’Farrell Vote: 7 to 0 (unanimous) Motion Carried Staff Comments: The applicant would like to request a 6-month time allowance to install the sidewalk and add the new façade to the building. The building department can issue a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy, which will expire in 6 months. At that time, or sooner, the tenant will be expected to have installed the sidewalk along Melody Lane and replaced the metal façade on the building with the approved material. 5 April 2, 2012 P&Z Meeting Miller explained that this building is located in the Community Overlay District on FM 2351 and has been vacant since 2007; therefore, the site and building are required to be brought into compliance with the current ordinance. Holland stated that staff is exercising some leniency in giving the applicant time to complete the required sidewalk and new façade to the building. He also stated that Melody Lane improvements are currently underway. Sam Pogue, owner, stated that he is still getting prices for the façade, but that it would be neutral colors and either all hardie plank siding or a combination of Hardie and brick. Miller explained that there is space for parking spaces, but that they are not currently marked. The site will require 4 parking spaces with one being a handicap space. 8. Discussion with SFR-E sub-committee regarding Single Family Residential – Estate zoning The Commission requested a written recommendation form the subcommittee. 9. Consideration and possible action regarding election of a new Chairperson and Vice- Chairperson Motion to elect a new chairman and vice chairman: Moghaddam Second: O’Farrell Vote: 7 to 0 (unanimous) Motion Carried Nomination for McLean as Chairman: Gibson Second: Moghaddam Vote: 7 to 0 (unanimous) Motion Carried Nomination for Tibbitts as Vice Chairman: O’Farrell Second: Gibson Vote: 7 to 0 (unanimous) Motion Carried 10. Consideration and possible action regarding future Planning and Zoning Commission meeting dates Miller explained that the next regular meeting will be Thursday, April 19. O’Farrell stated that he will not be here. She also informed the Commission that there will be a work session with Council on Monday, May 7. 6 April 2, 2012 P&Z Meeting 11. Communications from the Commission McLean stated that he appreciates the confidence the Commissioners have in him and he looks forward to continue work with the Commissioners. Gibson thanked Holland for his leadership. Tibbitts thanked Holland for his leadership and said that he will do his best and he also appreciates the confidence the Commissioners have in him. Nye also thanked Holland for his service. O’Farrell agreed. 12. Reports A. Council Liaison - None B. Staff - Miller stated that staff and a couple of commissioners attended the Land Use Conference in Austin. She stated that it is good basics and refreshers for platting and zoning. She also stated that the City is working on a travel policy for volunteers. 13. The meeting was adjourned at 7:56pm. These minutes respectfully submitted by: Aubrey Harbin Aubrey Harbin Development Specialist/P&Z Secretary