1999-08-09 Regular Meeting and Public Hearing

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e e REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: August 9, 1999 Requested By: Doug Kneupper Report Resolution Exhibits: 1. Ordinance 1501- 4. Area Map 2. Public Notice Response 3. Comparison ofGC & BI Department: Planning X Ordinance Summarv & Recommendation The Planning & Zoning Commission, during its July 15, 1999, meeting held a public hearing to receive citizen comments regarding Rezone Request #R99-00 1. The request, submitted by Port Properties Inc., seeks to rezone lots 17-32 of Block 335, La. Porte, Harris County, Texas. The property is located at 629 North 8th Street. The applicant is seeking a zone change from General Commercial (GC) to Business Industrial (BI). The purpose of rezoning is to develop truck service, maintenance, and repair facilities. A zone change would result in one-half of Block 335 being rezoned to Business Industrial, while the other half block along State Highway 146 remains Commercial. In addition, staff has included lots 1-16 of Block 334 to the request because we feel this provides for better land use opportunities along Barbours Cut Boulevard. A comparison of yard setbacks and permitted uses in GC and BI zones are attached. Staff has reviewed the applicant's request and found it to be reasonable. The requested change conforms to the present zoning and uses of nearby properties. The current land use and development pattern also conforms to the proposed use. The tracts in question are bounded by Business Industrial and Light Industrial to the north, and Business Industrial to the east. Neighboring land uses should not detract from the enjoyment or value of properties. The development within the subject tracts should not negatively impact the surrounding properties and should not harm the value of the nearby properties. The change should not cause a negative impact on the public health, safety, and welfare of the City. Furthermore, the requested change would not be contrary to the goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan. After receiving input from both proponents and opponents, the Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, has recommended approval of the Rezone Request#R99-001. Action Required bv Council: Consider approval of an Ordinance rezoning lots 17-32 of Block 335 and lots 1-16 of Block 334 from General Commercial (GC) to Business Industrial (BI). Availability of Funds: General Fund Capital Improvement Other W ater/W astewater General Revenue Sharing Account Number: Funds Available: Yes No Approved for City Council Agenda CX&l~ T. ).t~ Robert T. Herrera City Manager <6-l1-qq Date