02-17-11 Regular Meeting and Public Hearing of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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Landfill Site #3 Page 3 of 4 Conclusion/ Recommendation: Staff feels that this project represents a significant impact to economic development within the City of La Porte. Based on the above analysis, staff recommends approval of the Special Conditional Use Permit with the following conditions: 1. This SCUP outlines in general terms the proposed Planned Unit Development. The developer recognizes and understands that any future construction or development anticipated by this SCUP and the approved plan shall require further submittal and approval of plats, site plans, construction drawings etc. 2. Plan submittals shall be in accordance with this SCUP, ordinances and policies of the City of La Porte and specifically Sections 106 -216 & 217 of the Zoning Ordinance. 3. Proposed construction shall be in accordance with the TCEQ authorization for re- grading and paving activities and not for construction of any enclosed structure or underground utilities. 4. Stacking of shipping containers shall be permitted in accordance with the Ordinance #1501 -II. 5. Storm water drainage will require on -site detention to mitigate any adverse impact associated with this development. North 8th Street will be graded from discharge point to move the flow to the north into F101 Channel. 6. A statement from the owner /developer specifying clear responsibility for maintenance of detention system (north & south ponds including channel /ditch shall be noted on the site plan. 7. The owner or developer shall develop a planting plan that includes Eucalyptus trees and creates a continuous visual screen. Trees shall be planted along North 8th Street and 400 feet along J & H Streets from an intersection with North 8 Street. Landscaping along North Broadway is also required in accordance with the City ordinance. 8. Provide an irrigation system to ensure that all landscaping and screening is properly maintained by the owner /developer. 9. An application of geotech surfacing shall be applicable per manufacturer's specification. Owner /developer shall provide proof to the City for on -site applications. 10. Provide the City a letter stating responsibility for the maintenance of the Landfill Site. 11. The owner /developer must secure a maintenance bond according to the City's Ordinances, seek an approved alternate showing evidence of bonding insurance, or participate in a "reserve fund mechanism" that establishes an account for the sole purpose of maintenance of the Landfill Site for the lifetime of the project. 12. This permit does not become valid until a Development Site Plan is submitted to the City; reviewed and approved in accordance with the requirements of the Development Ordinance and this Special Conditional Use Permit.