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<br />HalfWay House <br />SCUD8-DD3 <br />Page 2 of 4 <br /> <br />. That the applicant has agreed to meet any additional conditions imposed, <br />based on specific site constraints necessary to protect the public interest <br />and welfare ofthe community. <br /> <br />Land Use - The City's Land Use Plan shows this area developing with <br />commercial uses. The existing land uses of nearby properties are <br />predominantly commercial. The subject property is in the vicinity of major <br />commercial retail developments or businesses along Fairmont Parkway and <br />State Highway 146. The proposed development is contrary to the intent of <br />the land use plan. <br /> <br />Building Codes - The proposal for this halfway house shows 18 women <br />plus house manager will live/sleep at the location, which will require a fire <br />sprinkler system. I-hour rated corridors, walls, ceilings, and doors shall be <br />placed between the resale shop and the halfway house. In addition, a manual <br />visible/audible fire alarm shall be required in the resident's sleeping areas. <br />Automatic smoke detection system shall be required for corridors, sleeping <br />units, kitchen, and waiting areas adjacent to corridors. For emergency escape <br />and rescue, each sleeping room must have a window or door that opens <br />directly to the outside. Other requirements for 19 occupants are 3 showers, 2 <br />water closets, 2 lavatories, 1 service sink, and 1 water fountain. Compliance <br />with the State mandated Energy Code, Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS), <br />and American Disabilities Act (ADA) shall also be required. <br /> <br />Safety & Security - Public safety is one of the primary responsibilities of a <br />municipality, particularly with regard to health, security, and welfare of the <br />community. Strategic planning also mandates to provide for a safe and <br />secure living environment for the community's residents as well as a safe <br />destination for visitors to the City. It also protects property rights and <br />enhances property values. Enforcement of the general rules for operating this <br />facility is imperative. Any compromise of the rules, regulation, safety, and <br />security will result in a facility, which will be harmful and not in the best <br />interest of the community. A subject list of tentative policies and procedures <br />is as follow: <br />. Alcohol or drugs use <br />. Smoking <br />. Meetings/studies <br />. Medication <br />. Chores and duties <br />. Telephone usage <br />. Rent <br />. Curfew <br />. Job/employment <br /> <br />With strict compliance to the rules and regulations, the proposed use may <br />have minimal impact on the surrounding properties. <br />