06-27-1991 Workshop Session of La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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Page 3 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 27, 1991 Chairman lnge Browder asked if there were any questions from the Commission. Betty Waters explained she was satisfied homeowners have avenues they may pursue. Betty also recommended to the Commission the rezoning of the 26th Street area. She felt that the Neighborhood classification in this area is inappropriate and requests a change from Neighborhood Commercial to General Commercial. There was discussion amongst Staff and Commission regarding zoning classification for the area. The floor was asked to speak at this time. Dennis Dunham addressed the Board and expressed his concerns on the subject. He felt that this issue also affects other areas of the City and feels that the Citizens of La Porte should have more say in how they use their property. Staff was instructed to prepare for a public hearing to consider the changing of the Neighborhood Commercial zoned properties on 26th Street to General Commercial. '. Carports The Commission had directed Staff to research possible options regarding placement of carports into what are now designated as front yard setback areas. Mr. Albrecht presented the staff report regarding this issue and showed slides on the overhead projector of diagrams of various carport options. Chairman Browder opened the floor for comments pertaining to the subject of carports. The following fourteen (14) citizens spoke in favor of carports: Dennis Dunham, Gary Groda, Joe Burkhart, Faye Burkhart, William McClain, Bel Alvarado, Ronnie Sims, Sandi Groda, Walter Groda, Theresa Lamar, Ella Mae Thornton, R. W. Smith, Barbara Holloway and J.H. Longnecker. No one spoke against carports. Betty Waters made a motion to direct staff to redraft the section of the Ordinace concerning carports, that would permit carports in areas that do not have deed restrictions prohibiting them (following the guideline with a 5 foot setback for the front and the sides). The motion was seconded by Doug Martin. Lola Phillips addressed the issues of standards for carports. Mr. Albrecht stated that the Building Code already specifies performance standards. A vote was taken by the Commission. All were in favor, no one opposed. The motion carried. At 7:05 PM Chairman Browder thanked the Citizens for coming and then instructed Commission and Staff to take a five minute break.