11-16-06 Regular Meeting and Public Hearing of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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La Porte Square T/H - Preliminary Plat 12/14/2006 - P & Z Meeting Page 2 of3 Analvsis: Land Use - The Land Use Plan shows this area developing as commercial and mid to high density residential with frontage along Fairmont Parkway as commercial uses. The tract in question is within the vicinity of residential/commercial establishments along a major thoroughfare. Transportation - The property is located approximately 850' south of Fairmont Parkway along South Broadway (Old Highway 146). South Broadway, with a 100' right-of-way, provides more than adequate accessibility for circulation of traffic and may accommodate the traffic generated by this proposed development. There would be minimal impact on traffic flow to and from the abutting residential neighborhoods. Internal roadways shall be designed and constructed in conformance with the City Standards. Since traffic movement is the primary function of this roadway, access management for this development is essential. Driveways connecting directly onto this roadway should be minimized to avoid traffic congestion and other delays caused by north and south bound traffic along South Broadway near the Fairmont Parkway intersection. Utilities - Public facilities and services are sufficient to handle the supply of potable water and fire protection in the area. Provisions should be made to ensure that all on-site infrastructure or improvements can accommodate the water and sanitary sewer needs of this development. The storm water drainage issue shall be reviewed with the site development plans. Sidewalks - Staff would note that Section 5.02 of the Development Ordinance empowers the Commission to require pedestrian sidewalks when it feels their inclusion will serve the public interest. Staff recommends the inclusion of sidewalks within the subdivision. Responsibility for construction of the sidewalks should be specified by covenant as well as stated in writing on the front of the final plat. Conclusion and Recommendation: Using Appendix D of the Development Ordinance No. 1444, staff reviewed the preliminary plat and finds it conforms to some extent but needs clarification of lots with minimum lot area, lot coverage, and building on each lot. If the Planning and Zoning Commission wishes to consider this plat, staff suggests the following conditions be considered: . Construction drawings shall indicate off-site drainage improvements to ensure proper drainage of the adjacent properties. . Approval from the franchise utilities regarding the size and location of the proposed utility easements shall be provided for City review and approval.