09-19-13 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing and Workshop of the Planning and Zoning Commission

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413-92000002 P&Z 09/19/13 Page 3 of 4 • The extent to which the proposed use designation would adversely affect the capacity or safety of that portion of the road • The extent to which the proposed use designation would create excessive air pollution, water pollution, noise pollution, or other environmental harm to adjacent properties • The gain, if any, to the public health, safety, and welfare of the City. The proposed amendment will leave adequate commercial land for this area. Currently, there are commercial designated lands to the north and east of the subject site along Sens Road and south side of Spencer Highway. This proposal will set aside approximately 16 acres of commercial land along the north of Spencer Highway to serve future commercial activities to support residential development in the area. Transportation — The tracts in question will have access to Sens Road, which is currently a minor arterial with two lanes. The 60' right-of-way has been widened to 100' right-of-way, however, pavement widening has not yet occurred. The ultimate paving section will consist of four lanes and will accommodate the additional traffic generated by this development. Controlled access management techniques, possibility of turn lanes, posting of signs to avoid any traffic conflicts, and split median at the only entrance along Sens Road are suggested for emergency vehicular access and clear identification of ingress/egress off this subdivision. Sens Road is a Harris County maintained roadway, a Traffic Impact Analysis study would be required by Harris County for proposed development near the intersection of Sens Road and Spencer Highway. Sens Road widening will have an impact on the future developments and flow of traffic at this intersection. Utilities — Water facilities are available to the property. A 12" water main is located to the east side in the right-of-way of Sens Road. A 36"sanitary sewer trunk main is located along the west side of Sens Road. In addition, the developer must provide any structures or improvements necessary to serve future development. Storm water drainage will be reviewed with the plat submittal for proposed development. Detention shall be required to minimize the drainage impact on the surrounding properties. Staff recommends on -site subregional detention for the proposed development of the entire 33 acres. Economic Development - One of the aspects of the Comprehensive Plan is to encourage new and sustained developments in the City as the basis of a successful redevelopment strategy. This may be achieved by encouraging in -fill development within existing infrastructure service areas and large parcels of undeveloped properties.