10-17-13 Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission

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Mariposa at Pecan Park Site Plan Page 3of 4 Landscaping: Minimum of 25% of the total development is required to be landscaped. Landscaping is a combination of trees and shrubs. Existing vegetation is to remainalong the east side of the proposed project. Bond and Insurance Requirements: Per regulations, developer seeking to construct a multi-family development of 100 units or more is required to execute and file with the City a performance and/or payment bond, or alternatively, an irrevocable letter of credit for the amount of $1,000,000 for the lifetime maintenance of the project.This requirement must be fulfilled prior to the issuance of a building permit. Parkland Fees– In accordance with the City’s Development Ordinance, a dedication of land or payment in lieu of land is required. The payment of fees in lieu of parkland equals $145,440.00. This calculation is based on 180 units at $808.00 per dwelling unit. All fees must be paid at the time of building permit issuance. Required Parking – The Zoning Ordinance states that multi-family residential developments require 1.5 space for every bedroom and 2.5 parking spaces for 2 bedrooms. Based on parking regulations of the zoning ordinance, the development would be required to provide 344 parking spaces. The applicant requestedto provide 258 parking spaces for the facility (86 less parking spaces).The proposed 258 parking spaces for 180 units would provide 1.4 parking spaces per unit.Parking calculations on the site plan shows 258 parking spaces. On September 26, 2013, the La Porte Zoning Board of Adjustment granted approval of Variance Request,which allows a parking ratio of 1.3 spaces per unit for a minimum of 234 parking spaces required for the Mariposa at Pecan Park. The applicant requested flexibility in anticipation of preserving existing trees at site. Economic Development – The proposed project represents a significant positive impact to economic development within the City of La Porte. The development is estimated to have a very positive impact on both the City and school district in terms of property tax revenues. Conclusion/ Recommendation: Staff has reviewed the major development site plan and found it complieswith the Development Ordinance. The site plan is recommended for approvalwith the following conditions: 1.Furnish the City a copy of approved Express Review Sheet by Harris County. 2.Provide the City a copy of driveway permits by Harris County prior to the issuance of any building permit.