11-17-2005 Regular Meeting and Public Hearing of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission

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Zone Change P & Z (12/15/05) Page 3 of 3 convenient to residential areas. In addition, commercial activities should be concentrated in nodes along major thoroughfares and intersections, such as the proposed location. Currently, an economic development study is underway on the La Porte area in order to specify which types of retail business the community should be targeting to attract commercial development in the area. Projection of future commercial growth and tax components are to be favorably considered in this matter. Conclusion: Based on the above analysis, staff finds the requested zone changes are compatible with the zoning and uses of nearby properties. The properties in question are suitable for the requested change to General Commercial (GC). The developments within the subject tracts should not negatively impact the surrounding properties or harm the value of nearby properties. Furthermore, the proposed developments should not have a significant impact on the traffic conditions in the area. In reviewing this request the Commission should consider the following: • There have been significant changes in the area that warrant a change to the zoning designation. • The requested change is compatible with the goals and objectives of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Actions available to the Commission are listed below: • Recommend to City Council approval of Rezone Request #R05-006 from R-2 to GC. • Recommend to City Council denial of Rezone Request #R05-006 from R-2 to GC. • Recommend to City Council approval of Rezone Request #R05-007 from R-2 to GC. • Recommend to City Council denial of Rezone Request #R05-007 from R-2 to GC. • Recommend to City Council approval of Rezone Request #R05-008 from R-2 & NC to GC. • Recommend to City Council denial of Rezone Request #R05-008 from R-2 & NC to GC. • Table one or all of these items for further consideration by the Commission.