04-19-2001 Regular Meeting and Public Hearing of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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Fairmont Park Baptist Church SCU01-003 July 19, 2001 Page 2 of 3 Specific provisions for protecting neighborhoods are found in Section 106 - 334 of the Code of Ordinances. Residential performance standards, as they apply to this request, may include the following: Landscape buffers — Buffers are necessary to preserve the value of the homes, reduce adverse effects of traffic, lighting, noise, dust and odor, and to protect the homeowner's privacy by requiring spacing and screening between uses of different types or intensities. Although none are indicated on the submitted application, landscape buffers could be used as a means to reduce some of the adverse affects from the proposed recreational activities. Attached is Figure 9.8 from the Comprehensive Plan that demonstrates some neighborhood protection standards. Setbacks — The subject tract is only partially developed which provides reasonable opportunities to adjust the placement of the proposed recreational activities. Placing these outdoor activities closer to the center of this 6.5 -acre tract may help reduce some of the impacts imposed on adjacent residential property. Facility Design / Construction — At this time, the only apparent adverse impact associated with the proposed outdoor recreation activities is noise. Consideration should be given regarding the design and construction of the proposed facilities to include insulation, baffling, muffling, or other means to reduce noise emissions. Summary/Recommendations • in considering any application for a special conditional use permit, the Commission shall give due regard to the nature and condition of all adjacent uses and structures. The Planning and Zoning Commission may recommend disapproval of an application for a Special Use Permit or approval subject to such requirements and conditions with respect to location, construction, maintenance and operation, in addition to the regulations of the district in which the particular use is located, as they may deem necessary for the protection of adjacent properties and public interest. Based on items discussed in this report, staff recommends approval of the Special Conditional Use Permit with the following conditions: 1) That the proposed outdoor recreational activities be centrally located within the 6.5-acre tract. 2) That landscaping and screening be provided that will buffer the existing residential areas from the proposed outdoor recreational activities. 3) That consideration is placed on design of the facilities to reduce noise emissions. 4) That a site plan be submitted for consideration by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Said site plan shall demonstrate the aforementionedt conditions.