06-21-07 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing and Workshop of the Planning and Zoning Commission

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Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU07-006 Planning and Zoning Commission July 19, 2007 Location of ProDosed DeveloDment 602 State Highway 146 South Legal Description Lots 1-8, TRS 25-32, Block 122, and 16' wide portion of alley between the lots, Johnson Hunter Survey, Abstract No. 35, La Porte, Harris County, Texas. Applicant Sally Williams Present Zoning General Commercial (GC) Acreage 0.76 acre Surrounding Zoning General Commercial (GC) Land Use Plan Commercial Activitv Pro Dosed Equipment Rental & Leasinl! Summary: . Applicant is requesting a Special Conditional Use Permit for developing heavy construction equipment rental and leasing facility along State Highway 146. . The property is located at the southwest comer of West E Street and State Highway 146 South. Primary access to the facility shall be along West E Street (60'ROW). . Heavy construction equipment rental and leasing activity is classified as a "conditional use' in general commercial zoning districts, therefore Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) is required in this regard. . The property in question is subject to requirements for 100% masonry and glass products in compliance with the current ordinance regarding building design standards along major thoroughfares. . A 6,000 sq. ft office/warehouse is proposed for the said project. . The overall impact on public services should be minimal. . State Highway 146 and West E Street with 60' right-of-way have adequate capacity to handle the traffic generated by this proposed development. . The impact upon the public health, safety, and welfare of the city should be minimal. Recommendation: All applicable elements of the Comprehensive Plan were reviewed and incorporated into this development proposal. If the Commission wishes to consider approval of this Special Conditional Use Permit, staff suggests following conditions be added: 1. SCUP#07-006 is specifically limited to the proposed development of Clear Creek Equipment as described by SIC Code#7353. 2. This property is subject to the City of La Porte "Exterior Building Design Standards" along major thoroughfare as 100% masonry and glass. A note with the list of proposed material shall be noted on the development site plan. 3. This permit does not become valid until a Certified Development Site Plan is submitted to the City; reviewed and approved in accordance with the requirements ofthe Development Ordinance. 4. All paving/parking material shall be either asphalt or concrete in accordance with the Public Improvement Criteria Manual (PICM) ofthe City of La Porte. 5. Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD) criteria for detention/drainage system and approval shall be applicable. 6. Ensure that maximum lot coverage does not exceed 40%. 7. Ensure that existing tree line or vegetation will be preserved off the rear property line, and landscape plan shall accompany the site plan. 8. Provide an irrigation system to ensure that all landscaping and screening is properly maintained by the owner/developer. 9. In addition, at least 15% landscaping and screening must be provided along State Highway 146 and West 'E' Street to insure an attractive appearance if necessary. 10. A fence shall not be erected within the front yard setback (20') of any commercial establishment per Section 106-797(2) of the Code of Ordinances. 11. All new fencing and signage shall require a separate permit from the City's Inspection Division. 12. The property must be platted. 13. The Developer shall comply with all other applicable laws and ordinances ofthe City of La Porte and the State of Texas. ~HIBrr 1\.