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Planning and Zoning Commis3Ton • <br />Minutes of February 17, 2005 <br />Page 2 <br />^ Final Plat must demonstrate 10' waterline easement dedicated to the City of La <br />Porte for future water main along north property line adjacent to UPRR. <br />^ Final construction drawings shall indicate off-site drainage improvements to <br />ensure proper drainage of the adjacent property. <br />^ Final Plat and construction drawings shall provide details showing construction of <br />utilities and 12' perimeter around the detention basin. <br />^ Future rail access, spur design, and UPRR approval shall be required. <br />^ Detention shall be the sole responsibility of the owner/developer. <br />^ Submit a copy of the business park covenants and restrictions. <br />Second by Hal Lawler. The motion carried. <br />Ayes: Barrera, Lawler, Berner, Finch, Kaminski, Bird, and Muston <br />Nays: None <br />Abstain: None <br />5. CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER RECOMMENDATION TO CITY <br />COUNCIL REGARDING AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY <br />AMENDING CHAPTER 106, SECTION 106-801, CONCERNING REQUIREMENTS <br />FOR TREE REPLACEMENT, PROTECTIVE FENCING, AND VISIBILITY TRIANGLES <br />WITHIN THE ZONING DISTRICTS. <br />Chairperson Muston opened the public hearing at 6:05 p.m. No public input was given. <br />James Eastep, Assistant Director of Public Works, presented staff's report. Mr. Eastep <br />reported that the tree ordinance enhancement issue was discussed by City Council <br />during a workshop. City Council asked Parks and Planning staff to assess current <br />development conditions and provide strategies relating to tree preservation and other <br />beautification efforts. Mr. Eastep stated that the City could enhance its public image by <br />participating in the Tree City USA Program. <br />Staff's review revealed that the tree preservation provisions, found in the current <br />ordinance, are adequate. Staff recommended that tree replacement, along with <br />protective fencing, be added to the current regulations. Certain trees, such as Arizona <br />Ash, Mesquite, and Tallow, would be removed from the City's list of recommended trees <br />and plants. <br />Commission Members had questions about permit fees for tree removal on private <br />property and if the recommended changes would affect tree removal on private property, <br />or only public property. Staff will provide clarification on these issues. <br />Motion by Nick Barrera to table a recommendation to City Council regarding a Zoning <br />Ordinance amendment establishing requirements for tree replacement, protective <br />