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ORNINANCE NO. 1501- M fI M S "., /D"1) c.;
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE,
CHAPTER 106, MORE COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF LA PORTE, BY GRANTING A SPECIAL CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THAT
CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: 4.00 ACRES LOCATED
AT 2619 UNDERWOOD ROAD, BEING LOT 10, BLOCK 2, OF THE W. J. PAYNE
SUBDIVISION, LA PORTE, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF
DEVELOPING A MINI-STORAGE AND WAREHOUSING IN A GENERAL COMMERCIAL
(GC) ZONE; MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS OF FACT RELATED TO THE SUBJECT;
FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF;
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE:
"Section 1. The City Council of the City of La Porte hereby finds, determines and
declares that heretofore, to-wit, on the 15th day of April, 2004, at 6:00 p.m. a Public Hearing was
held before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of La Porte, Texas, pursuant to
due notice as required by the Open Meetings Law, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, to
consider the question and the possible reclassification of the zoning classification of the
hereinafter described parcels of land. There is attached to this Ordinance as Exhibit "An, and
incorporated by reference herein and made a part hereof for all purposes, a copy of Notice of
Public Hearing, which the City Council of the City of La Porte hereby finds was properly mailed
to all owners of all properties located within two hundred feet (200') of the properties under
consideration.
"Section 2. The publishers affidavit of publication of notice of said hearing is attached
hereto as Exhibit "B", incorporated by reference herein and made a part hereof for all purposes.
"Section 3. Immediately following such public hearing on April 15, 2004, the Planning
and Zoning Commission of the City of La Porte met in regular session to consider changes in
classification, which were the subject of such public hearing. The City Council of the City of La
Porte is in receipt of the written recommendations of the City of La Porte Planning and Zoning
Commission, by letter dated April 16, 2004, a true copy of which letter is attached hereto as
Exhibit "C", incorporated by reference herein and made a part hereof for all purposes.
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"Section 4. Subsequent to receipt of the recommendation of the City of La Porte
Planning and Zoning Commission, the City Council of the City of La Porte called a public
hearing on the proposed classification changes and the recommendation of the Planning and
Zoning Commission on the 10th day of May, 2004, at 6:00 p.m., and pursuant to due notice, to
consider the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding the possible
reclassification of the zoning classification of the hereinafter described parcels of land. There is
attached to this Ordinance as Exhibit "0", incorporated by reference herein and made a part
hereof for all purposes, a copy of the notice of public hearing.
"Section 5. The publisher's affidavit of publication of notice of said hearing is attached
hereto as Exhibit "E", and incorporated by reference herein and made a part hereof for all
purposes.
"Section 6. By an affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of the City Council of the
City of La Porte hereby rejects the recommendation of the City of La Porte Planning and Zoning
Commission, and approves a Special Conditional Use Permit. The conditions of the said Special
Conditional Use Permit are as set forth in the incorporated terms of the Special Conditional Use
Permit, a true copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "F". The description of said parcels of
land classified pursuant to said Special Conditional Use Permit are as follows, to-wit:
Lot 10, Block 2, W. J. Payne Subdivision, La Porte, Harris County, Texas.
"Section 7. The City Council of the City of La Porte hereby finds, determines, and
declares that all prerequisites of law have been satisfied and hereby determines and declares
that the amendments to the City of La Porte Zoning Map and Classification contained in this
Ordinance as amendments thereto are desirable and in furtherance of the goals and objectives
stated in the City of La Porte's Comprehensive Plan.
"Section 8. The City Council official finds, determines, recites and declares that a
sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of this meeting of the City Council
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was posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the City for the time required
by law preceding this meeting, as required by the Open Meetings Law, Chapter 551, Texas
Government Code; and that this meeting has been open to the public as required by law at all
times during which this ordinance and the subject matter thereof has been discussed,
considered and formally acted upon. The City Council further ratifies, approves and confirms
such written notice and the contents and posting thereof.
"Section 9. This Ordinance shall be in effect from and after its passage and approval.
Passed and approved this the
day of May, 2004.
CITY OF LA PORTE
By:
NORMAN MALONE, Mayor fl'DlefYJ
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ATTEST:
By:
MARTHA GILLETT, City Secretary
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REQ.T FOR CITY COUNCIL A.DA ITEM
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Agenda Date R<q-.d: Ma~~
Requested By: Nick Finan ,
Department: Plannine
Aoorooriation
Source of Funds:
N/A
N/A
Account Number:
Report: _Resolution: _Ordinance: X
Amount Budgeted:
N/A
Exhibits:
Ordinance
P&Z Staff Report
Aerial Map
Zoning Map
Site Plan
Amount Requested:
N/A
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
The Planning and Zoning Commission, during its April 15, 2004, meeting, held a public hearing to
receive citizen comments regarding Special Conditional Use Permit Request #SCU04-004. The
request, submitted by Lloyd and Linda Duncan, seek approval of a Special Conditional Use Permit
(SCUP) to build a mini-storage facility on approximately 4.00 acre tract ofland near the intersection of
Underwood Road and Spencer Highway. The property is further described as lot 10, block 2, of the W.
J. Payne Subdivision, La Porte, Harris County Texas. Mini-storage/warehousing within a General
Commercial zone requires Conditional Use per Ordinances.
The property is surrounded by major retail commercial developments and residential in the rear. The
proposed use is considered to be inappropriate due to the nature of retail commercial establishments in
the vicinity and close proximity of residential in the rear. The developer is willing to blend this
development architecturally and aesthetically with the surrounding properties. The activity was not
considered compatible, however, by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Thirteen (13) notices of public hearing were mailed to neighboring property owners. One response
was received. The Planning and Zoning Commission, by a vote of five (5) in favor, one (1) opposed
(Dottie Kaminski), and one (1) abstained (R.J.Dorsett), recommends that City Council consider
disapproval of Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU04-004.
City Council may affirm the Commission's recommendation to disapprove the SCUP. This would be
voting against the proposed ordinance and requires only a simple majority. City Council may overrule
the Commission's recommendation and approve the SCUP. This would be voting in favor of the
proposed ordinance and requires a minimum of seven affirmative votes (3/4 rule).
Action Reauired bv Council:
1. Conduct public hearing.
2. Consider taking action on recommendation for denial by P&Z for 4.00 acres ofland located at
2619 Underwood Road. The applicants, Lloyd and Linda Duncan, seek SCUP for developing a
mini-storage/warehousing in a General Commercial (GC) zone.
Approved for Citv Council Ae:enda
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Debra B. Feazelle, City Man er
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THE STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF HARRIS
CITY OF LA PORTE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
In accordance with the provisions of Section 106-171 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La
Porte, and the provisions of the Texas Local Government Code, notice is hereby given that the La
Porte Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on the 15th day
of April, 2004, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte,
Texas. The purpose of this hearing is to consider Special Conditional Use Permit Request #SCU
04-004, which has been requested for 4.00 acres out of Lot 10, Block 2, of the W. 1. Payne
Subdivision, La Porte, Harris County, Texas. The property is located at 2619 Underwood Road. The
applicants, Lloyd & Linda Duncan, seek approval of a Special Conditional Use Permit for the
development of Self StoragelMini-Warehousing. The proposed use is classified as a Conditional
Use in a General Commercial (GC) zone as per City's Code of Ordinances.
A regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission will follow the public hearing for the
purpose of acting upon the public hearing items and to conduct other matters pertaining to the
Commission.
Citizens wishing to address the Commission pro or con during the Public Hearing will be required
to sign in before the meeting is convened.
CITY OF LA PORTE
Martha Gillett
City Secretary
This facility has disability accommodations available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services at
meetings should be made 48 hours prior to the meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at (281) 471-5020
or TDD Line (281) 471-5030 for further information.
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Sandra E. Bumgarner
Notary Public
Harris County, Texas
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: purpose of this hearing is
: to consider special..-
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I #SCU 04-004, which as
820 Sou been requested for 4.00
I acres out of Lot 10 Block
La PortE 2, of the W. J. Pay~e Sub-
I division, La Porte. Harris
County, Texas. The prop-
erty is located at 2619 Un-
derwood Road. The appli-
cants, Lloyd & Linda Dun-
can, seek approval of a
Th Special" Conditional Use
Permit for the develop-
ment of Self Storage/Mini-
Warehousing. The pro-
posed use is classified as
a Conditional Use in a
. General Commercial (GC)
: zone as per City's Code of
Ordinances.
, A regular meeting of the
, Planning and Zoning Com-
City of La POI '!1ission. will follow the pub-
. . r hc heanng for the purpose
Cuullty OJ Ha .of acting upon the. public
State of Texal hearing items and to c~n-
, duct other matters pertain-
ing to the Commission.
THE STATE OF TEXAS
CO'UNTY OF HARRIS
CITY OF LA PORTE
Citizens wishing to ad-
dress the Commission pro
or con during the Public
Hearing will be required to
sign in before the meeting
is convened.
CITY OF LA PORTE
Martha Gillett
In ac e w~. the:-1 City Secretary
,provisions Secti n 6-)i
171 of de of '- .
nances of t 'City La facility has disability
Porte, and t prov sions accommodations availa-
of the Texas 'Local Gov- ble. Requests for accom-
emment Code', notice is modations or interpretive
hereby given that the La services at meetings
Porte Planning and Zoning should be made 48 hours
Commission will conduct a prior to the meeting.
. public hearing at 6:00 P.M. Please contact the City
on the 15th day of April, Secretary's office at (281)
2004, in the Council 471-5020 or TDD Line
Chambers of the City Hall, (281) 471-5030 for further
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Established 1892
April 16, 2004
Honorable Mayor Norman Malone and City Council
City of La Porte
Re: Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU04-004
Dear Mayor Malone:
The La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission, during a regular meeting on
April 15, 2004, held a public hearing to consider Special Conditional Use Permit
#SCU 04-004. The applicants, Lloyd and Linda Duncan, seek approval of a
Special Conditional Use Permit for the development of self-storage and mini-
warehousing on a 4 acres tract of land located at 2619 Underwood Road. The
property is zoned General Commercial (GC).
After careful consideration, the Planning and Zoning Commission, by a vote of
five (5) in favor, one (1) opposed, and one (1) abstained, recommends that City
Council consider disapproval of Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU04-004.
Respectfully submitted,
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Chairperson, Planning and Zoning Commission
604 W. Fairmont Pkwy. · La Porte, Texas 77571 · (281) 471-5020
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THE STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF HARRIS
CITY OF LA PORTE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
In accordance with the provisions of Section 106-171 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La
Porte, and the provisions of the Texas Local Government Code, notice is hereby given that the La
Porte City Council will conduct a public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on the 10th day of May, 2004, in the
Council Chambers of the City Hall, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas. The purpose of
this hearing is to consider Special Conditional Use Permit Request #SCU 04-004, which has been
requested for 4.00 acres out of Lot 10, Block 2, of the W. 1. Payne Subdivision, La Porte, Harris
County, Texas. The property is located at 2619 Underwood Road. The applicants, Lloyd & Linda
Duncan, seek approval of a Special Conditional Use Permit for the development of Self
StoragelMini-Warehousing. The proposed use is classified as a Conditional Use in a General
Commercial (GC) zone as per City's Code of Ordinances.
A regular meeting of the City Council will follow the public hearing for the purpose of acting upon
the public hearing items and to conduct other matters pertaining to the Council.
Citizens wishing to address the Council pro or con during the Public Hearing will be required to
sign in before the meeting is convened.
CITY OF LA PORTE
Martha Gillett
City Secretary
This facility has disability accommodations available. Requests for accommodations or interpretive services at
meetings should be made 48 hours prior to the meeting. Please contact the City Secretary's office at (281) 471-5020
or TDD Line (281) 471-5030for further information.
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THES~T~~:~
COUNTY OF HARRIS
CITY OF LA PORTE'.
NOTICE OF PUQLIC:. " :
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In accordance w~ ~ ~e :
provisions of SectlQn 106-,:~
171 of the Code, of, .Qrdl- i
nances of City La; Pot:te,
and provisions of.' the
Texas Local Government
Code, notice Is hereby'glv- ':
en that the La Porte: 'CItY.'
Council will conduct a p'ub-
lie hearing at 6:00 ;:M: on '
the 10th day 0'- May,
2004, In the COu.ncil
Chambers of City Hall, 604
West ~'Irmont Parkway,
La rt T as, The pur-
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been rec:! est ,00
acres oui'Of Lo '1 , Block
2, of the W.J. Payne Sub-
division, La Porte, Harris
County, Texas. The prop-
erty is located at 2619 Un-
derwood Road. the appll-'.
cants, Lloyd & Linda Dun-~ .
can, seeks approval of a'
Special Conditional ", Use'.
Permit for the develop-',
ment of Self Storag!,,~~I"":-
Warehousing. The,: ,.pro-~,'
posed use Is ciasslfE!d:as a, .
Condltolnal Use In a Gen-' ,
eral Commercial' : (GC)'
zone as per City's COde ot, .
Odlnances. :~.:,(
A regular meeting Qt1the ,:
City Council will foll~. th~. .
public hearing to act' updn, '
the public hearing -lfems..,
and to conduct othe'f mat- .
tars pertaining.. to ; ;.~~. "
Council. " . .
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Citizen wishing to addresS :. ~
the Council pro or con du;..;' :
Ing the public hearing are" ,
required to sign In before "
the meeting Is convened. ~. .
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CITY OF LA PORTE
Martha Gillett
City Secretary
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This facility had disabilitY '.
accommodations avails- : :
ble. Requests for ac:com; .
modations or interpretive.:
services at maetings'
should be made 48 hours :
prior. ~,; to, 'the fJ1fI~"g.:' :~J
Please contact City. Sec:re-:., ';
tary's office at (281)471-: .'
5020 or TDD Une (281)' .
471-5030 for further infor~: .
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'Sel1ling The Bays/zore Area Since 1947'
,igned authority, on this date
:arolyn Kellogg, a duly authorized
Bayshore Sun, a semi-weekly
and generally distributed in the
s Coul}ty, Texas and who
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Authorized Representative
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"DRAFT"
City of La Porte
Special Conditional Use Permit # SCU 04-004
This permit is issued to:
Lloyd and Linda Duncan
Owner or Agent
1822 Gaucho Circle. La Porte. TX 77571
Address
For Development of:
Underwood Self Storaae (Miniwarehousina)
Development Name
2619 Underwood Road. La Porte
Address
Legal Description:
Lot 10.Block 2. W. J. Payne Subdivision
La Porte. Harris County. Texas.
Zoning:
General Commercial (GC)
Use:
Mini-storaaelWarehousina
Permit Conditions:
1. SCUP#04-004 is specifically limited to the mini-storage/warehouse as defined in SIC. #4225.
2. Development abutting "R-l" district shall be screened and landscaped in compliance with required
screening and landscaping provisions per Section 1 06-444(a) of the Ordinance.
3. Provide at least 20' wide planting strip for heavy landscaping abutting residential development in the
rear. All landscaping and screening shall be maintained by the owner/developer.
4. Additional landscaping should be provided along the entire front and both sides for a depth of at least 60'.
5. Enhance the building fa~ade so that it blends with the existing commercial to be architecturally and
aesthetically pleasing.
6. Utility extension or paved area over pipeline easement will be the responsibility of the owner/developer.
7. All non-service transmission pipeline crossing must have the approval of the pipeline company.
8. Ensure that maximum lot coverage does not exceed 40%.
9. Provide on-site detention for the development
10. This permit does not become valid until a fonnal Minor Development Site Plan is submitted to the City;
reviewed and approved in accordance with the requirements of the Development Ordinance.
11. The Developer shall comply with all applicable laws and ordinances of the City and the State of Texas.
Failure to begin construction within 12 months after issuance or as scheduled under the terms of a special
conditional use permit shall void the permit as approved, except upon an extension of time granted after
application to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
If construction is terminated after completion of any stage and there is ample evidence that further development is
not contemplated, the ordinance establishing such special conditional use permit may be rescinded by the City
Council, upon its own motion or upon the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of La
Porte, and the previous zoning of the entire tract shall be in full effect on the portion which is undeveloped.
Validation Date:
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Director of Planning
City Secretary
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Staff Report
April 15, 2004
Reauested by:
Reauested for:
Location:
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ProDosed Use:
Back2round:
Analysis:
Underwood Self-Storage
Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU04-004
Lloyd & Linda Duncan
A 4.00 tract out oflot 10, block 2, of the W. 1. Payne Subdivision, La Porte,
Harris County, Texas.
2619 Underwood Road
General Commercial (GC)
Mini-storage & warehousing
The applicant is proposing a mini-storage/warehousing just north of
Underwood Plaza, south of an undeveloped tract with a restaurant, east of
Underwood Road, and west of the Creekmont Subdivision and Church
property. The Exxon/Mobil Pipeline runs diagonally through the whole
undeveloped property along Underwood Road. The property is zoned
General Commercial (GC). Mini-Storage warehousing (SIC #4225) is
classified as a Conditional Use in GC zone.
Staff reviewed this request using the Code of Ordinances Sections 106-216,
106-217, and all applicable elements of the La Porte Comprehensive Plan as
a guide. Considerations were given to the following issues:
. Character of the surrounding and adjacent properties;
. Existing use of nearby properties, and the extent to which a land use
classification would be in harmony with such existing uses or the
anticipated use of the properties;
. Suitability of the property for the uses to which would be permissible,
considering density, access and circulation, adequacy of public facilities
and services, and other considerations;
. Extent to which the designated use of the property would harm the value
of adjacent land uses;
. Extent to which the proposed use designation would adversely affect the
capacity or safety of that portion of road network influenced by the use;
. Extent to which the proposed use designation would permit excessive
air, water or noise pollution, or other environmental harm on adjacent
land use designations; and,
. The gain, if any, to the public health, safety, and welfare due to the
existence of the land use designation.
Land Use - The City's Comprehensive Plan shows this area developing
with commercial uses. The existing land uses are primarily commercial
(grocery store, restaurants, drug store, beauty shop, insurance company, and
other miscellaneous shops). There are single-family residences just east of
the proposed pf(~iect.
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Certain uses ofland, buildings or structures may not be appropriate under all
circumstances in any given zoning district, but may be appropriate and
suitable where adequate precautions can be taken to assure compatibility
with surrounding uses, public need, and the city as a whole. It is also an
intent of the Comprehensive Plan that commercial land uses should be
clustered throughout the City and convenient to residential areas. Staff
recommends buffer between commercial and residential area to the rear.
Transportation - Staff notes that the subject tract abuts on Underwood
Road (100'ROW), which intersects with Spencer Highway with 100'
ROW. The transportation system should adequately accommodate the
traffic and existing properties should not be impacted by the proposed
development. The existing roads are adequate to support the said project.
The proposed development is in conformance with the City's
Development Ordinance and the Thoroughfare Plan.
Topography - This area is relatively flat and stable and should not be an
obstacle to this type of development.
Utilities and Drainage - Staff reviewed the existing facilities and services
for each of the components of the utility system for the proposed
development. Existing water is adequate for potable and fire protection
needs. A 12" waterline is located on the east side of Underwood Road
running north to south. Sanitary sewer is near the south property line at the
north edge of the parking lot of adjacent property. An 8" sewer line is
located on the east side of adjacent property at 2627 Underwood Road in the
utility easement running north to south. An easement needs to be retained for
the existing utilities to and thru of this property. The owner/developer will be
responsible for any paved area over utilities. Staff recommends on-site
detention for this facility.
Landscaping I Screening - The property abuts commercial uses along
Underwood Road. This is the most public face of the tract. Staff suggests
that a substantial portion of the facility's landscaping should be placed on
Underwood Road. In addition, heavy landscaping and screening shall be
required adjoining residential properties to the rear. The building style
coupled with the proposed landscaping and setbacks should result in a
facility that is attractive and compatible with surrounding properties.
Staff found the request satisfies all applicable Ordinance requirements. The
request may be compatible with the goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Plan. Under certain conditions, the specific use may be
compatible with and not injurious to the use and enjoyment of other
property, nor significantly diminish or impair property values within the
immediate vicinity.
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Conclusion:
Based on the facts and considerations presented above, staff feels the
proposed use is inappropriate due to the nature of retail establishments in the
vicinity. Staff recognizes, however, the developer is willing to blend this
development architecturally and aesthetically pleasing. If approved, the
Planning and Zoning Commission may recommend Special Conditional Use
Permit #SCU04-004 subject to the following conditions:
. SCUP#04-004 is specifically limited to the mini-storage/warehouse as
defined in SIC. #4225.
. Development abutting "R-l" district shall be screened and landscaped
in compliance with required screening and landscaping provisions per
Section 106-444(a) of the Ordinance.
. Provide at least 20' wide planting strip for heavy landscaping abutting
residential development in the rear. All landscaping and screening
shall be maintained by the owner/developer.
. Additional landscaping should be provided along front and south side.
. Enhance the building fa~ade so that it blends with the existing
commercial to be architecturally and aesthetically pleasing.
. Utility extension or paved area over pipeline easement will be the
responsibility of the owner/developer.
. All non-service transmission pipeline crossing must have the approval
of the pipeline company.
. Ensure that maximum lot coverage does not exceed 40%.
. Provide on-site detention for the development.
. This permit does not become valid until a formal Minor Development
Site Plan is submitted to the City; reviewed and approved in
accordance with the requirements of the Development Ordinance.
. The Developer shall comply with all other applicable laws and
ordinances of the City of La Porte and the State of Texas.
Options available to the Commission are:
. Recommend to Council approval of this SCUP with additional
conditions.
. Recommend to Council denial of this SCUP.
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(Date of Meeting)
to Consider
Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU04-004
(Type of Request)
I have received notice of the above referenced public hearing.
. I am in FAVOR of granting this request for the following reasons:
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Round Rock, TX
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May 10, 2004
Honorable Mayor and City Council
City of La Porte
604 West Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, TX 77571
RE: Underwood Self-Storage Project
2619 Underwood Road
La Porte, TX
Please accept this as my formal request for approval to develop my property for the subject
project. It is in compliance and consistent with the property zoning, neighborhood aesthetics and
surrounding commercial development.
Please note that in the previous, regular meeting and public hearing of the La Porte Planning
and Zoning Commission, the vote was 5 in favor of approval, 1 opposed and 1 abstained. The
project proposal was properly noticed and published and not one individual filed an objection to
or appeared at the meeting to protest the project.
The proposed project will be a strong asset to the City of La Porte in a number of ways:
. It will provide a needed service to La Porte residents. The rapid development of the area
is bringing both people and businesses to the area that need both temporary and long
term storage facilities for their belongings.
. This facility will have controlled access in order to provide a secure, well lighted, and
safe environment. We will also use directional lighting methods to be a good neighbor to
the surrounding area.
. It will provide additional tax revenue. When completed, the project will be a 69,490 foot
facility that pays both property taxes and taxes resulting from operations. The City, the
schools and the state will all benefit from increased tax revenue.
. It will convert bare land, which the pipeline cuts diagonally through, into an aesthetically
pleasing property that is consistent, and blends, with the surrounding commercial
property.
. The landscaping buffer will provide both noise and visual screening to the surrounding
residential neighborhood and roadways, significantly improving the existing condition.
. It will provide a low activity business to the property. TIA (Traffic Impact Anaysis)
statistics published by the Institute of Transportation Engineers estimate the daily trip
rates of a mini storage facility to be 94% LESS than a retail center (40.67 vs. 2.33) and
LESS than half that of a general warehouse (4.96 vs. 2.33).
I greatly appreciate your time and effort in reviewing this project proposal and for your
consideration and approval of my project.
Lloyd Duncan
Property Owner
1822 Gaucho Circle
La Porte, TX 77571
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