02-15-07 Regular Meeting, Public Hearing and Workshop of the LP Planning and Zoning Commission

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Retreat at Bay Forest (N&S) - Re-p1ats 3/15/07 - P & Z Meeting Page 3 of4 Utilities - There is sufficient water service available to serve these proposed developments. Originally, this area was a part of the potentially overloaded sewer system as per South La Porte Wastewater Report. Later, improvement of the wastewater system around Texas Avenue and closing of the Vista Baywood Apartments provided some relief. In addition, an upgrade of the system from Broadway to McCabe Road will provide further relief to the sanitary sewer system. The developer is responsible for providing all on-site infrastructure or improvements to accommodate the subdivision's water and sanitary sewer needs. The design and construction of all water and sewer systems shall be in conformance with the Public Improvement Criteria Manual (PICM). Drainage - The proposed subdivisions are located in the Taylor Bayou Watershed, therefore, detention is required per the City of La Porte's criteria. North and South sections are designed so that all storm drainage flows directly into the detention basin located in the south section adjacent to Harris County Flood Control District facility. Future street projection through the North Section will provide further relief to the drainage system. The detention basin's size and capacity has been reviewed on the construction drawings to ensure that it adequately serves the proposed developments without burdening the existing system or adverse impact to the Golf Course. All the necessary easements required for proper drainage, including storm water inlets have been noted on the plats. Fencing - The proposed subdivisions abut the Golf Course on the West. Design of the fence must be approved by the City. Fence standards (6' high wrought iron fence adjacent to the Golf Course) are stated in the protective covenants or deed restrictions. Maintenance/repair costs by the homeowner association must be stated in the document to be submitted with the plats. Conclusion and Recommendation: The Final Plats are in accordance with the City's Development Ordinance. Staff recommends approval of the Final Plats. The following items need to be addressed prior to the recordation ofthe Plats: . All construction improvements are complete at site. . Fencing specifications and standards shall be stated in the CCRs and must be approved by the City. . Sidewalks shall be installed along both sides of all public streets and along south side of South "S" Street up to South Broadway. . Payment of $244.36 shall be made to the City for street sign installation. . Payments of $2,530.00 and $1,896.36 shall be made to the City for streetlights installation and I-year service cost respectively.