12-07-1995 Special Called Public Hearing and Regular Session of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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• covenants do~ontain provisions requiring sidewalks~be installed as homes are constructed on lots. The covenants also specify that the detention pond is owned by the homeowner's association and that the association is responsible for maintenance of the pond. • Street Lighting: On 5/12/94, the City reviewed and approved a street lighting plan for Pecan Crossing, Section I. H.L.& P. has been authorized to construct 20 street lights within the subdivision. The applicant will be responsible for payment of one year's electrical service; the cost to be determined by H.L. & P. There will be no construction costs related to the construction installation of the lights. • Street Signs: The City of La Porte will, at the developer's expense, install street signage in the subdivision. The Public Works Department has prepared a cost estimate for Section I. Release of the Final Plat for recordation should not take place until the fee of $412.88 has been paid to the City. • Utility Construction Plans: These plans have been submitted, reviewed, and approved by staff. • Conclusion Development Ordinance, Section 4.04.B states that following review of the Final Plat, the Commission shall take one of the following actions: • Approve the Final Plat as filed. • Disapprove the Final Plat as filed. Approval of a Final Plat as filed and all accompanying documentation by the Commission, together with approval of Public Improvement Construction Documents by the Director shall result in issuance of a Development Authorization by the Department which permits the developer to begin construction of subdivision improvements. Disapproval of a Final Plat requires filing of a new Final Plat. A Final Plat shall not be recorded until executed by the Director and by the Commission. Before the Final Plat is executed, the developer shall follow the procedure provided for in the Development Ordinance, Section 4.04, and construct the proposed improvements according to the approved plans and specifications. Based on our review, staff recommends approval of the Pecan Crossing, Section I, Final Plat with the provision that the plat not be released for recordation until • letters from the franchise utility companies approving utility easements are submitted to the City. • payment is made to the City for street lighting service and street signage installation.