1994-05-23 Public Hearing and Regular Meeting

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Page 2 of3 PlAnning & Zoning Commission Meeting of April 21, 1994 R94-001 Analysis: ~:::'-"'-::'T"\~",E~;'.m~x,7~"~:1f,i,::'!i.-;,:-:~:m~\~T,T~'i;'n~.[.'cO';~~2~n-;"r:'k'~-'<'- e e The property owners have now re-evaluated development options and are requesting that 17 acres be returned to a P.U.D. designation. They are also requesting that land use designation be changed to "Mid to High Density Residential". This opens the possibility of placing higher density housing or apartments on the subject tract. In considering this request staff reviewed the intent and goals of the Comprehensive Plan as they apply to this portion of the City. The request appears to be compatible with these goals. It will however, be necessary to amend the Land Use component of the Comprehensive Plan. An illustration of the required amendment is attached to this report (see Exhibit F). Also attached as part of this exhibit is a checklist and snmmary of the specific issues considered as part of staff's review. Additionally, in reviewing the request staff has arrived at the following conclusions: · The request preserves the majority of this tract for R-1 development, specifically the proposed Bayou Forest Subdivision. It additionally preserves a viably sized N.C. zone at the S.H. 146/McCabe Road intersection. . As this area continues to develop, traffic volume at the S.H. 146/McCabe road intersection will, as a result, increase significantly. A higher density residential development would help buffer the proposed Bayou Forest Subdivision from the noise of traffic and commercial activity at the intersection. . The overall impact on the Comprehensive Plan will be minimal. Amending the Land Use component of the Plan will not negatively impact surrounding properties. · Assigning P.U.D. zoning will ensure Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council oversight of any development proposals.