HomeMy WebLinkAboutP&Z Minutes 2014-06-19 Regular PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
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REGULAR MEETING
1. The Regular Meeting was called to order at 7:01pm with the following in attendance:
Chairman Mark McLean Commissioner Chris Brown
Commissioner Arthur Triplette Commissioner David O’Farrell
Commissioner Jim Gibson Commissioner Jim Nye
Aubrey Harbin, City Planner Nick Haby, PIO/Planning Manager
Becky Summers, Dev. Coordinator Xochyt l Greer, City Attorney
Steve Rockey, Council Liason
Absent: Tibbitts
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 the minutes for the meeting held:
1) June 2, 2014
Motion to approve: O’Farrell
Second: Triplette
Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried
4. Consideration and possible action regarding a final plat of Arbor Gate at West Ranch
Section 4 (Private Street Subdivision), being a subdivision of 16.17 acres of land out of
the John Dickinson Survey, A-9, City of Friendswood, Galveston County, Texas, also
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REGULAR MEETING
HELD THURSDAY, JUNE 19, 2014
AT 7:00 PM
CITY HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
910 S. FRIENDSWOOD DRIVE
FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS
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being a portion of lots 138 through 142 and 154 through 158 of the Slone Subdivision, a
subdivision plat filed for record under Volume 3, Page 61A (Vol. 254A, Pg. 6) of the
G.C.M.R.
Motion to approve pending compliance with staff comments: O’Farrell
Second: Brown
Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried
Harbin stated this is the first private subdivision in West Ranch.
5. Consideration and possible action regarding a final plat of Austin Chase at West Ranch
Section 1, being a subdivision of 17.52 acres of land out of the John Dickinson Survey, A-
9, City of Friendswood, Galveston County, Texas, also being a portion of lots 137, 138 and
153 through 160 of the Slone Subdivision, a subdivision plat filed for record under Volume
3, Page 61A (Vol. 254A, Pg. 6) of the G.C.M.R.
Motion to approve pending compliance with staff comments: Brown
Second: Triplette
Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried
6. Consideration and possible action regarding Appendix C Zoning Ordinance Section 8.N.
Downtown District supplemental requirements
Motion to approve: O’Farrell
Second: Triplette
Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried
Haby explained City Council gave direction for the Commission and staff to change the
ordinance to remove the Downtown amenity requirements from all side streets in the
Downtown District. McLean asked staff if they felt City Council’s direction had been
followed to which Haby stated he did. In addition, the Commission has suggested 6’
concrete sidewalks on side streets.
7. Consideration and possible action regarding Appendix C Zoning Ordinance Section 6.
Non-conforming uses, structures and lots
Motion to approve: O’Farrell
Second: Gibson
Vote: 1/5 Motion Failed
Motion to amend stating the language meets City Council direction but the Planning
and Zoning Commission does not support the change: McLean
Second: Gibson
Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried
Haby stated the language has been clarified and changed to follow City Council direction.
Non-conforming structures may stay without enlarging the structure. Any new sections
added to a non-conforming structure must meet current city ordinances.
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Harbin explained there is more than one way to lose non-conformity including
abandonment and destruction due to fire or neglect, etc.
The Commission discussed various scenarios of what this change would allow to which
Brown stated Council has given specific direction and suggested the Commission vote
since it is over their heads already.
McLean motioned to amend the original motion. Gibson seconded. The language proposed
meets Council direction but the Commission does not support it.
Nye stated most cities have language that mirrors the current ordinance and voiced that
this change will make Friendswood have one of the lowest standards around.
8. Consideration and possible action regarding a site plan for Pro-Surv Professional Office
Building located at 211 Laurel
Motion to approve conditionally: O’Farrell
Second: Brown
Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion carried
Harbin stated the site plan complies with the proposed changes to the Downtown District
supplemental requirements.
The applicant, Mr. Lesak, expressed he did not anticipate this much discussion and
thanked the Commission for all their help.
9. Consideration and possible action regarding Appendix C Zoning Ordinance Section 11.
The Board of Adjustment – Powers and Duties
Harbin explained the Special Exception section states a denied site plan is required and
suggested that statement be removed. Staff needs direction from the Commission and will
incorporate the change into the Zoning Ordinance rewrite instead of piece mailing
corrections. McLean directed staff to make the change.
10. Consideration and possible action regarding Appendix C Zoning Ordinance Section 20.
Definitions
Harbin stated staff is wanting to clean up several definitions. McLean directed staff to do
so.
11. Consideration and possible action regarding future Planning and Zoning Commission
meeting dates:
Motion to move the regular meeting to July 14th due to JPH: Brown
Second: Triplette
Vote: 6/0 Unanimous Motion Carried
Nye said he will be unable to attend due to work.
12. Communications from the Commission
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The Commission thanked Commissioner Jim Gibson for his 12 years of service on P&Z.
The meeting was followed by a farewell including the presentation of a plaque.
13. Reports
A. Council Liaison – Councilman Rockey thanked Commissioner Gibson for his time
on P&Z. He applauded the non-conforming issue vote and opined that is the proper role
of P&Z, to assist City Council in making informed decisions.
B. Staff - Haby congratulated Gibson on his 12-year tenure. Harbin expressed staff’s
pleasure in working with Commissioner Gibson over the years.
Harbin stated the DRC report for May has been sent. She mentioned two JPH and two
zone changes are coming up.
14. The Regular Meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission adjourned at 7:57pm.
These minutes respectfully submitted by:
Becky Summers
Becky Summers
Development Coordinator / P&Z Secretary