11-17-1994 Regular Meeting of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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• • In staff s opinion, given the nature of development proposed for this subdivision, deed restrictions do not appear to be warranted. There are only two lots, one of which is anticipated for commercial development. Lot 2 is established for the purpose of developing an apartment complex with all units under single ownership. There are no internal streets or alleys. There are no common areas as such. All open areas, recreational facilities and parking lots will be under the control of a single owner. Additionally, with only two lots it would not be possible to establish a property owner's association that would be capable of assessing dues at a rate that will allow it to be self sustaining. For these reasons, staff requests and recommends that the requirement for establishing subdivision covenants be waived. Sidewalks: Development Ordinance Section 5.02 establishes standards for sidewalks when they are required by the Commission or the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan does not designate Luella or the section of Oakhaven extending beyond the Brookglen Subdivision as streets for which sidewalks are required. The developer is not planning to install sidewalks. Street Lighting: In June of 1994, a plan was submitted to Houston Lighting and Power by a previous developer of the same property. We have resubmitted this plan to assure that it meets the requirements of this proposed development. The developer will be responsible for cost of street light installation and the service cost for one year's operation. The plat may be approved by the Commission but not released for recordation until applicable fees are paid. Under the terms of the Development Ordinance, following its review, the Commission within 30 calendar days of the filing date (December 1, 1994), take one of the following actions: 1. A rove the Final Plat as filed; 3. Disap rp ove the Final Plat as filed, provided the reasons for such disapproval are stated in writing and a copy of the statement is signed by the Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Commission action shall be noted on three (3) copies of the Final Plat, which shall be distributed to the developer, Department, and official files of the Commission. FINAL PLATS: EFFECT OF APPROVAL 1. Ap rp oval of a Final Plat as filed and all accompanying documentation by the Commission, together with approval of Public Improvements Construction Documents by the Duector shall result in issuance of a Development Authorization by the Department which permits the developer to begin • construction of subdivision improvements. 2. Disap rp oval of a Final Plat requires filing of a new Final Plat.