10-21-2004 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing, and Workshop Meeting of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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Seville Place Apts. — Final Pla* 11/18//04 — P & Z Meeting Page 3 of 4 Traffic Analysis: The applicant has submitted a traffic impact study report. The scope of the study included collection of existing traffic data on Luella Boulevard near the proposed site, as well as two primary study intersections: Spencer Highway at Luella and Fairmont Parkway at Luella; determining an estimate of the number of trips generated by the proposed development and distributing the new trips to the existing roadways for years 2005 (build out) and 2010 (future). In addition, the study conducted Level of Service (LOS) analysis to determine any necessary roadway improvements to accommodate the estimated new traffic to the site and maintain acceptable or current level of service. The study at both intersections currently shows operations at acceptable levels of service without the proposed apartment complex development. The traffic analysis revealed that the added traffic during the peak periods attributed to the proposed development will not degrade or lower the level of service at these intersections as compared to traffic conditions expected if the development is not completed as proposed. Sidewalks — As per Section 5.02 of the Development Ordinance, the Commission required pedestrian sidewalks. The developer shall be responsible for construction and installation of sidewalks within the complex. In addition, the developer shall construct sidewalks along easterly right-of-way off Luella Boulevard and along south right-of-way of Venture Lane towards the end of the subdivision line. Trail Master Plan — This project does not affect the implementation plan. Parks and Recreation — Section 12.0 of the City's Development Ordinance requires the developer to provide on site open space and recreational space or fees in lieu of parkland to the City. Per the Ordinance, an area of land dedicated to the City for parkland purposes shall equal one acre for each 160 proposed single-family dwelling units. Therefore, a monetary fee in lieu of parkland would be required at or prior to the time of final plat approval. Utilities — There are sufficient water and sewer facilities in the vicinity to provide service to this proposed development. The developer is responsible for providing all on -site infrastructure or improvements to accommodate the subdivision's water and sanitary sewer needs. The design and construction of all water and sewer systems shall be in conformance with the City's approved Public Improvement Criteria Manual (PICM). Drainage — The proposed subdivision is designed so that all storm drainage flows directly into the detention pond outfalling to the adjacent HCFCD facility. The Harris County Flood Control District's approval shall be required in this regard. The pond's size and capacity reviewed to ensure that it can adequately serve the proposed development without burdening the existing system. The plat shows all the necessary easements required for proper drainage, including storm water inlets.