Laserfiche WebLink
<br />e <br /> <br />. <br /> <br />Zone Change Request fiR 03-009 <br />P & Z 11-20-03 <br />Page 3 on <br /> <br />installing sidewalks to provide pedestrian connectivity to the park and <br />recreational activities. <br /> <br />Utilities - The public water and sanitary sewer systems are available to the <br />area. However, the infrastructure was not analyzed in detail to ensure that <br />sufficient capacity exists. In addition, storm water drainage and detention is <br />also an issue that will be carefully reviewed as the development occurs. <br /> <br />Residential Development - The intent of the Comprehensive Plan is to <br />provide for attractive low-density residential neighborhoods. The attractive <br />appearance and environmental quality of future low-density residential <br />neighborhood should be protected and improvements made where necessary <br />to maintain the value of the properties and enhance the quality of life. <br /> <br />However, there are potential developers interested in developing single- <br />family residential dwellings similar to this scenario. The Commission may <br />consider flexible zones to meet the future housing needs in La Porte. <br /> <br />Conclusion: <br /> <br />Staff recommends that the Planning and Zoning Commission consider this <br />rezone request with the provision of buffering measures, i.e. a six-foot site <br />bearing fence with landscaping including trees along the rear property line to <br />help reduce the possible impact of light and noise from the adjacent non- <br />residential properties. <br /> <br />Actions available to the Commission are as follows: <br /> <br />. recommend approval of the zone change as requested, <br />. recommend denial of the zone change as requested, and <br />. recommend approval of a modified version of the zone change. <br />