O-2008-1501-J6 scup08-007/proposed 41 unit addition to Parsons House,8727 Fairmont Parkway

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Parsons House SCU08-007 Page 3 of 5 Topography — This area is relatively flat and stable and should not be an obstacle to this type of development. Density — Based on the current 60 units of the facility and 5.637 acres available, the overall density equals 10.64 units per acre. This is close to the 10 unit per acre limit established for quadraplex, townhomes, one of the highest densities permitted for R-2 uses. The additional 41 units constructed on the undeveloped portion of the tract would significantly impact overall density. The net density would be 17.91 units per acre exceeding the current 10 dwelling units per acre for R-2 uses and 14 DU/A permitted for multi- family development in R-3 zoning districts. Staff s research shows that the neighboring cities use criteria of 18-20 dwelling units per acre for any type of housing for senior citizen that is rent controlled or rental housing units. In this case, the owner/builder may request a density allowance to be approved by the Commission and City Council. Utilities and Drainage — The proposed project shall be served by the City water and sewer system and fire hydrants shall be installed at such locations as necessary to provide fire protection. Potable water is readily available. Water line extension shall be required for the purpose of providing internal fire protection to the proposed addition. This extension must run north from the existing valve and will have one or more fire hydrants installed on the line in compliance with the current fire codes. The water line and fire hydrants must be located within a 10' wide dedicated utility easement along the eastern property line. Sanitary sewer is also available to the property from the adjacent Brookglen Subdivision. The capacity of an existing service has been field verified by the Public Works Department. As proposed, sewer demand from the facility may impact the ability to provide service to future residential development in the area specifically to the east of the subject tract. The facility has on-site detention located just north of the current assisted living center. The addition is proposed at the site of the present detention system, the detention basin is planned to move further north of the facility. This project would add a significant amount of storm runoff due to an increase in impervious cover (pavement). Particular attention must be given to the impacts of storm water runoff effects to the residential subdivision to the north. Storm water management techniques and proper maintenance of the detention system is suggested. In addition, Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD) approval shall be required for overall detention of the facility.