10-21-2004 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing, and Workshop Meeting of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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Seville Place Apts. • Site Plan Page 2 of 2 As required by new multi -family regulations adopted by the City of La Porte on October 14, 2002, this multi -family development is located at least 1,000 ft. from other multi -family residential developments of 20 or more units. In addition, the proposed development did not exceed 180 dwelling units limit. As a condition of Preliminary Plat approval, the Commission required pedestrian sidewalks in accordance with Section 5.02 of the Development Ordinance. Sidewalks are to be installed along both sides of internal streets within the subdivision, easterly right-of- way off Luella Blvd., and south right-of-way line of Venture Lane along perimeter of the proposed subdivision. The proposed subdivision will be located in Park Zone II. The City's Development Ordinance prohibits the .dedication of parkland less than one acre in size; therefore, money in lieu of parkland would be required. As proposed, Seville Place Apartments has 23 buildings with 180 units, comprised of 14.6711 acres; the density comes out to be 12 units per acre. Zoning regulations allow up to 14 units per acre. The required front yard setback is 25', while the side and rear yard setback is 20'. A utility easement 16' wide is shown all along the easterly property line adjacent to the Harris County Flood Control District. Storm water detention area adjacent to HCFCD will outfall into Spring Gully. Recommendation Staff has reviewed the major development site plan of Seville Place Apartments and found it complies with Section 4.09 of the Development Ordinance 1444. The site plan is recommended for approval.