03-20-1997 Regular Meeting of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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• • g. Show the north arrow. h. Show names of adjacent property owners. i. Show existing public utilities. 2. Submit a completed La Porte Development Checklist. 3. Restricted Reserve "A" is proposed as a fishing pondlon site detention area for the subdivision. City Code of Ordinances and State Law may contain additional requirements for this type of development The pond will have sloped sides and a depth of approximately 18-20 feet. Several ordinances must be researched prior to approval being granted to dig an 18-20 foot hole within the city limits. The Commission should also address the fencing issue for this area. 4. Maximum allowed block length on a local street is 1,400 feet. The street, Spencer Lake West, exceeds the maximum length for traffic safety standards. 5. Show proposed stormwater outfall ("D" Street, Spencer). The Developer, Brad Drll,, addressed the Commission. Mr. Dill commented that the bottom portion of the large lake would serve as detention. It would maintain a constant level of water and be stocked with fish to serve as a park area for the subdivision. When asked why such a deep hole is proposed, Mr. Dill explained that his dirt subcontractor has a contract to provide dirt for the improvements to SH 146. The question was raised about liab~7ity to the City if someone were to fall in and become injured. Mr. Armstrong noted if the City were negligent in permitting and developing a public facrlity, there is always the possibility of the City being held liable. He added there are excavation ordinances that must be addressed by Council if the amenity is developed. Mr. Rankin handed out rules and regulations of the Texas Aggregate Quarry and Pit Safety Act that is regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas. There has not been a decision as to who will be responsible f or maintaining the pond Fred Thompson, the engineer, addressed the Commission. Mr. Thompson understood the reservations of staff and the Commission and will be meeting with staff to resolve outstanding issues. A motion was made by Howard Ebow to disapprove the General Plan for Spencer Lake Subdivision. The motion was seconded by Chuck Engelken. All were in favor and the motion passed Mr. Rankin noted that the City will continue to work with the Developer on this project.