12-17-1998 Regular Meeting of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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Planning and Zoning CorllRfission Minutes of December 17, 1998 Page 2 of 4 A. PROPONENTS Joe Furlow, owner of Furlow Services, located on Sens Rd., stated that he thought this tract of land would be sufficient for his needs when it was developed several years ago. Since that time his business has tripled and if he is unable to expand the current facility, he will be forced to sell the property and move to another location. Darrell Henderson, 10534 N. "L" St. addressed the Commission. Mr. Henderson stated that when the proposed drainage ditch is completed it would cut off the back half of his property that is zoned residential. When that happens it will be next to impossible for him to build a house on the back half of his property. B. OPPONENTS Joe Berry, 11814 Avenue "P", addressed the Commission. Mr. Berry owns property on the north side of the tract in question. He distributed photographs to the Commission that show the view from his backyard with equipment being visible. The presence of this business has increased noise levels and expansion of the facility will increase vehicular traffic. Mr. Berry noted that his property has flooded twice during the last year. He concluded by requesting the Commission disapprove the request. Lisa Berry, 11814 Avenue °P", believes she lives in a residential area that should not be turned into a commercial area. IV. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING. Chairperson Waters closed the public hearing at 6:17 PM. V. CONSIDER RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL FOR ZONE CHANGE REQUEST #R98-003. A motion was made by Melton Wolters to recommend City Council approval of Zone Change Request #R98-003. Jim Zoller seconded the motion. The motion passed by majority vote with Mr. Jetty voting in opposition. VI. CONSIDER FINAL PLAT OF ZELDA WRIGHT SUBDIVISION, WHICH IS TO BE LOCATED AT 2201 UNDERWOOD ROAD. Mr. Kneupper presented staff s report. Otis and Zelda Wright, property owners, made application for the Final Plat of Zelda Wright Subdivision, located at 2201 Underwood Road.