09-25-06 Regular Called Meeting of La Porte Development Corporation

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IV. LAND USE CONDMONS MAP NARRATIVE This map summarizes an inventory analysis of development opportunities within the Marina Waterfront District study area. This inventory was undertaken utilizing a combination of aerial mapping analysis, land ownership analysis and an on -the -ground visual survey. The findings described in this exhibit should not be considered precise delineation's of development/redevelopment opportunities. The map is intended to focus the City on areas of opportunity, each of which requires a comprehensive housing survey to determine the accuracy of these preliminary findings. The lots have been categorized into three primary categories: A. Undeveloped Land - Lots in this category are colored in dark green. Undeveloped land is either that which has never been developed or that which was once developed and later demolished. These lands can be large tracts, as is the case immediately east of Broadway and west of the golf course, or they can be sub -divided lots, as is the case immediately east of the golf course. B. Under-utilized Land - Lots in this category are colored olive green. This designation is somewhat more subjective. The planning team has identified a number of parcels which, superficially, appear to be underdeveloped with respect to the total potential of the land area so identified. Generally, these properties fall in the category of privately -held land. C. Redevelopment Potential - Lots in this category are colored gold. These include properties which, upon preliminary visual survey, have existing structures either reaching their service limits or showing signs of serious deterioration. This can be due to lack of maintenance or underlying structural problems. Some of the structures within this designation are likely able to be rehabilitated. The block designation for this category is intended to show areas which are substantially (meaning 50% or more of the lots within a block) in this category. As a result of this inventory analysis, areas with significant potential for development stimulation in and around of the Marina Waterfront District have been identified: Specifically, the area to the west of the existing golf course is ideal for potential development. Opportunities for this property include medium - and high -end residential uses, taking advantage of the adjacent golf course edge and excellent access from Broadway. The lands immediately to the northeast of the golf course are fully subdivided into blocks and lots; for cultural reasons, these have not been developed. Additionally, the blocks contiguous to the east side of the golf course present a strong potential amenity lot product. The second area of significant under -utilization the study area appears to be in the northeast, in Bay Front Sub -district. This area of medium- to low -price housing has a significant inventory of vacant parcels and older housing •20•