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Home My WebLink AboutP&Z Minutes 2014-01-13 Special PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION . JOINT WORK SESSION 1. The Joint Work Session was called to order at 6:03pm with the following people in attendance: Chairman Mark McLean Vice Chairman Mark Tibbitts Commissioner Arthur Triplette Commissioner Jim Gibson Xochytl Greer, City Attorney Commissioner Chris Brown Aubrey Harbin, City Planner Commissioner David O’Farrell Becky Bennett, Dev. Coordinator Nick Haby, PIO/Planning Manager City Council Absent: Commissioner Nye 2. Discussion regarding proposed changes to Appendix C Zoning Ordinance, Section 7. Schedule of District Regulations regarding changes to the Permitted Use Table and Section 8.J. 4 through 9 and L to relocate language below the Permitted Use Table McLean explained to City Council the 1997 NAICS codes are currently being used and a subcommittee was formed to bring the Permitted Use Table to reference the 2012 NAICS codes. He requested direction from City Council regarding the changes made. Yearly reviews of the PUT will be performed every January in the future. O’Farrell stated he disagreed with changing gas stations from Permitted to requiring a Specific Use Permit. Haby reminded Council a summary of changes was included in their agenda packets. Harbin addressed a comment regarding “sexually oriented businesses” stating they would be allowed in Industrial with a SUP in addition to federal regulations. McLean cautioned that there may be limits to regulating sexually oriented businesses. McGinnis questioned the need for greenhouses to obtain a SUP to which Harbin read the definition of NAICS 1114. McLean explained the subcommittee’s concern was the close MINUTES OF A SPECIAL & REGULAR MEETING HELD MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2014 AT 5:30 PM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS & 2ND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM 910 S. FRIENDSWOOD DRIVE FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS 2 January 13, 2014 P & Z Meeting proximity of some Light Industrial lots to the Downtown District. Gibson presented an example of the nursery formerly located across the street from City Hall. Several Council members requested clarification as to what stage the PUT was in. In response, the Commission offered to address any concerns Council found after reviewing the document. Holland suggested removing the SUP requirement from gas stations. Rockey advised the Commission to have the ordinance drafted but separate out the gas station issue. McGinnis requested clarification on the difference between 8132 Grantmaking and Giving Services, 8133 Social Advocacy Organizations and 8134 Civic and Social Organizations since 8134 requires SUPs in several zones. McGinnis requested that 8134 be changed to match the requirements for 8132 and 8133. Brown stated Civic and Social Organizations may operate bars and restaurants for their members hence the Subcommittee’s SUP recommendation. McLean informed City Council the P&Z Commission was currently working on easing the SUP process for developers. 3. The Joint Work Session of the Planning & Zoning Commission adjourned at 6:34pm. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING 1. The Joint Public Hearing was called to order at 7:12pm with the same people in attendance. 2. Zone classification change from Downtown District (DD) to Downtown District - Specific Use Permit (DD-SUP) to allow NAICS use #6233 Community Care Facilities at 118 W. Willowick Ave. Jim Gerland, representing the property owner, Ken Wick, stated they were in favor of allowing Serenity Gardens to develop on a side street of Friendswood Drive. Tiger Boone, applicant, described the proposed facility as a small home setting. He explained he owns an existing care facility in Dickinson which quickly became fully occupied; interest included Friendswood residents. Maleah Boone, applicant, described the facility as a 6,000 square foot, 16 bed, home-like environment where caregivers can provide more personal care because of the smaller scale. Colleen, a neighboring property owner, expressed her concern the facility would deter potential renters from her property if it were built next door. Lynn Batts spoke in favor of the facility stating her mother is a resident at the Dickinson location. Mrs. Batts said there are very few of these types of facilities in the area. A letter from another neighbor was mailed to the City in opposition. 3. The Joint Public Hearing of the Planning & Zoning Commission adjourned at 7:14pm. 3 January 13, 2014 P & Z Meeting REGULAR MEETING – 2nd floor conference room 1. The Regular Meeting was called to order at 7:19pm with the following people in attendance: Chairman Mark McLean Vice Chairman Mark Tibbitts Commissioner Arthur Triplette Commissioner Jim Gibson Xochytl Greer, City Attorney Commissioner Chris Brown Aubrey Harbin, City Planner Commissioner David O’Farrell Becky Bennett, Dev. Coordinator Nick Haby, PIO/Planning Manager Absent: Commissioner Nye 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.) Statements were made during the JPH. McLean requested comments be held until the agenda item came up for discussion. 3. Consent Agenda A. Approval of the minutes for the meeting held: 1) December 2, 2013 Motion to approve: Triplette Second: Tibbitts Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried 4. Consideration and possible action regarding a zone classification change from Downtown District (DD) to Downtown District - Specific Use Permit (DD-SUP) to allow NAICS Use #6233 Community Care Facilities at 118 W Willowick Ave. Motion to approve: Brown Second: O’Farrell Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried Maleah Boone, applicant, told the Commission there was initial reservations from property owners near the facility in Dickinson but no concerns have been raised since then. She described the facility as being a large home in appearance. Jim Gerland, on behalf of property owner Ken Wick, opined the house located across the street is more likely to decrease property value than the addition of a care facility. Colleen, a neighboring property owner, reiterated her main concern is being able to keep her rental home occupied. 4 January 13, 2014 P & Z Meeting Tibbitts asked the applicant to describe the fencing to which Mr. Boone answered the courtyard will be fenced with access via key pads. He would like to fence the property in its entirety eventually. Brown and Gibson both stated they felt the care facility is a good use for the Downtown District. 5. Consideration and possible action regarding a commercial site plan at 807 S Friendswood Dr. Motion to approve: Gibson Second: Brown Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried Gibson asked why the definition of “nonconforming structure” was included in their memo to which Harbin explained the building is a nonconforming structure and the applicant would like to upgrade the windows but Staff did not feel that constituted bring the façade into Downtown District compliance. The City does not want to overly burden the applicant since they are improving the building and bringing in a tenant. The landscaping will be in full compliance and, although not required, the applicant wishes to install the brick sidewalk at a later date if the budget allows. Tibbitts commented the parking is more than adequate. O’Farrell questioned whether this may give the impression to future applicants they are not obligated to meet current requirements. Harbin stated she did not foresee any issues. The applicant, Peree Griffin, said they have already relocated unsightly air conditioning units and may enclose them, as well. She also wishes to install the Downtown District amenities but that will depend on her budget. McLean stated the project is less than the 50% threshold and exempt from full compliance. He commended the applicant on volunteering to install the brick sidewalk and park benches, budget allowing. 6. Consideration and possible action regarding amendments to Appendix C, Zoning Ordinance Section 7. Schedule of District Regulations regarding changes to the Permitted Use Table and Section 8.J. 4 through 9 and L. to relocate language below PUT Approved by acclamation. McLean requested an ordinance be drafted including comments from City Council; gas stations will be presented for a separate vote and change the uses regarding NAICS Use #8134 to match #8132 and #8133. 7. Consideration and possible action regarding amendments to Appendix C, Zoning Ordinance, Section 9.G. Specific Use Permits Motion to approve: Brown Second: O’Farrell 5 January 13, 2014 P & Z Meeting Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried Harbin stated the goal is to clean up ordinance language and provide applicants with options for site plan approval. Serenity Gardens was a trial run using the new procedure where engineering plans are not required upfront. 8. Consideration and possible action regarding future Planning and Zoning Commission meeting dates Approved by acclamation. Move the regular meeting from February 6th to coincide with City Council meeting on February 3rd due to JPH. The next regular meeting will be February 20th. 9. Communications from the Commission O’Farrell commended Staff on the positive feedback coming from Developers over the past few years. Triplette stated he was pleased a Downtown District building will soon be occupied. McLean congratulated everyone for great work on the SUP process. 10. Reports A. Council Liaison – not present B. Staff - Harbin will email DRC reports and the finalized 2013 Summary Report of the Commission’s actions. 11. The Regular Meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission adjourned at 7:54pm. These minutes respectfully submitted by: Becky Bennett Becky Bennett Development Coordinator