10-19-2006 Regular Meeting of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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Retreat at Bay Forest - Replat 11/16/06 - P & Z Meeting Page 2 of 4 drainage easement of approximately 50' to the east of the drainage ditch would not make this project economically feasible. The tract just north of the subject property across Wharton Weems Boulevard shows 15' additional drainage easement to the east of this channel. After further review, HCFCD requires an additional 15' drainage easement dedication to be consistent with the north segment of this channel. To move this project forward, the developer has dedicated an additional 15' drainage easement and compressed the cul-de-sac radius to 50'. However, lot sizes have increased and are above the minimum lot size of 6,000 sq. ft. In addition, there are no notable changes to the plat. Analvsis: Section 4.03 and Appendix D of the City's Development Ordinance establish review criteria for Subdivision Plats. Staff also used criteria in the City's Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan to review these proposed subdivisions. Land Use - The project's proposed residential use conforms to the character of the surrounding land uses and Low-Density Residential (R-l) zoning district. As properties adjacent to the subject site are overwhelmingly residential with mid to high density residential uses along South Broadway. The area is intended for developing as residential uses in the La Porte Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Plan. Transportation/Interior Circulation - The proposed subdivision will have an entrance/exit off South Broadway approximately 250' south of intersection at Wharton Weems Boulevard. A 50' wide public right-of-way with a cul-de-sac street off Broadway will service this subdivision. The developer requires approval of this drive from TXDOT. The cul-de-sac has been modified to a 50'radius, which conforms to the Development Ordinance. Interior circulation in the subdivision seems to be adequate. Wharton Weems Boulevard and South Broadway (Old Highway 146), primary arterials with 100' of ROW, may accommodate the traffic generated by these developments. Sidewalks - The developer shall be responsible for construction and installation of sidewalks within the subdivision and the statement is noted on the plat. In addition, the developer shall construct sidewalks along both sides of all public streets within the subdivision 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 dwelling units. Total number oflots here are 10 only. Therefore, a monetary fee in lieu of parkland would be required. Utilities - There is sufficient water service available to serve these proposed developments. Originally, this area was a part of the potentially overloaded sewer system as per South La Porte Wastewater Report. Later, improvement