05-17-18 Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission

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(Question) Fred Beck, 307 S Iowa St, La Porte Texas Question: Asked the commission for clarification on if Mr. Shafaii is able to apply for a rezoning of an area that he currently doesn’t own. Specifically the railroad’s right- of-way. Also asked about the closure of an alleyway by the city. Raised concern that the applicant won’t adhere to the building plan set forth and could build whatever other structure desired as long as it fits the qualifications of R- 2. Suggested a rezoning to PUD instead so the City would have more involvement. (Against) Philip Hoot, Resides at 927 Seabreeze Ave, La Porte Texas, Owns property at 301 S Iowa, La Porte Texas Against: Requested advice from attorney that requested the denial for the zoning change on the grounds that it shows characteristics of spot zoning, which is against the law. Buford Lloyd Crowel, 300 Block Kansas St Voiced an “against” because he wants to keep the community the way it is. Based off of concern that the developer would achieve the rezone but wouldn’t follow through with the actual building plan. Also concerned about flooding in the area, especially with the increase of concrete in the area. Buford returns to the podium to further support his point that drainage for this development would be an issue. Brian Cook, 401 S Utah, La Porte Texas Voiced an “against” citing concern for spot zoning and the development that would benefit from the zone change not conforming to the nature of the area. Mike Shanahan, no address given There was more of a concern that the citizens of La Porte weren’t properly informed of the proposition for a zone change. Brandon Kneffer, 3003 S Broadway, La Porte Texas Opposes the zoning change due to the adverse effects of construction in the area c.Question and Answer Commissioner Smith questions Mr. Ian Clowes and Assistant City Attorney Mr. Clark Askins if this zone change, if approved, would be considered spot zoning. Mr. Askins’