02-15-07 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing and Workshop of the LP Planning and Zoning Commission

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Happy Harbor SCU 07-002 Page 2 of3 Analvsis: Section 106-217 of the Zoning Ordinance provides certain conditions for the issuance of a special conditional use permit as follows: · That the specific use will be compatible with and not injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property, nor significantly diminish or impair property values in the immediate vicinity. · That the conditions placed on such use as specified in each district have been met. · That the applicant has agreed to meet any additional conditions imposed, based on specific site constraints, and necessary to protect the public interest and welfare of the community. In addition to performance standards, there are a number of development standards that are specified by the Zoning Ordinance. These standards are applicable to all (PUD) developments. Section 106-659 of the Code of Ordinances establishes the following criteria for review of development projects within a (PUD) zoning district: Land Use - Review of the City's Land Use Plan shows the subject tract is envisioned as developing for commercial uses with low-density residential uses to the north. The surrounding existing uses are primarily single-family residential, church, and commercial facilities. The proposed development seems to be compatible. Streets - The tract in question gains primary access along Underwood Road with secondary access along Caniff Road runs east and west servicing Summer Winds and Pecan Crossing Subdivisions. Underwood Road, a primary arterial with 100' right-of-way and Caniff Road, an 80' public right-of-way, along with Fairmont Parkway, a controlled access highway with 250' ROW, shall accommodate the additional traffic generated by the proposed development. Topography - This area is relatively flat and stable and should not be an obstacle to this type of development. Utilities and Drainage - There is a sufficient water distribution facility in the area to supply potable water and fire protection. Storm water drainage will be reviewed carefully with the development plan submittal. On-site detention shall be required. Compatibility, Landscaping & Screening - Conceptually, the proposed development appears to be compatible with the existing land uses. However, screening of the parking areas from the abutting residential shall be required in compliance with Section 106-444(a) of the Code of Ordinances.