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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Report: _Resolution: _Ordinance:...K...-
Appropriation
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Amount Requested: N/A
Budgeted Item: Yes No
Agenda Date Requested: Mav 19. 2008
Requested By: T;m T;etjeu, ~
Department: Plannin2:
Exhibits:
Ordinance
Area Map
Public Notice Response
SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION
The Planning and Zoning Commission, during its April 17,2008, meeting, held a public hearing to receive citizen
comments regarding Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) Request #SCU08-001. The request, submitted by
Mr. Lindsay Pfeiffer of Pfeiffer & Son, Ltd., seeks approval of a Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) for an
off-site parking for existing facility located at 116 North 16th Street. Off-site parking is classified as a conditional
use per Section 106-441; Table A, Commercial Uses of the Code of Ordinances.
Pfeiffer & Son, Ltd., has been in business in La Porte for over forty years. The nature of the business pertains to fiber
optics and telecommunications, signal construction, general construction, electrical and telecommunication services,
and supplying to the area industries. Over the past years, the number of employees increased with the tremendous
growth of business. Parking has remained a concern for this facility. Off-site parking will serve as auxiliary parking
and will provide parking for its employees and contract workers.
The location of the subject property lies within flood zone "AE" and the floodway. The property is also within the
Little Cedar Bayou (F216) Watershed. Drainage/detention plan shows outfall to the road side ditch along West
Polk Street and outfalling to adjacent Little Cedar Bayou. The drainage study for Little Cedar Bayou (F-216-00)
requires 60' offset from the center line of the drainage channel. Proposed development site plan needs to show
center line of the drainage channel and dedication of drainage easement ranging from 11' to 34' wide within the
subject property. Detention/retention is proposed within the parking lot. The parking lot will be constructed in
accordance with the City's standard specifications. Landscaping and screening shall be required as per Section
106-444(a) of the Code of Ordinances.
Eight (8) notices of public hearing were mailed to neighboring property owners. Two responses were received in
favor of the SCUP. The Planning and Zoning Commission, by unanimous vote, recommends City Council
approval of Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU08-001 with the conditions listed in the SCUP.
Action Required bv Council:
1. Conduct public hearing.
nsider Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to approve Special Conditional Use Permit
# CU08-00 1 for off-site parking for Pfeiffer & Son, Ltd.
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Ron Bottoms, City Manager
Date
ORDINANCE NO. 1501- J)(p
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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 #SCU08-001
FOR THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: 2.29 ACRE,
LOTS 1-32, BLOCK 686, TOWN OF LA PORTE, JOHNSON HUNTER SURVEY, ABSTRACT
35, LA PORTE, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING OFF-
SITE PARKING FOR PFEIFFER & SON, LTD.; 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 1 ih day of April, 2008, 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 "A", and
incorporated by reference herein and made a part hereof for all purposes, a copy 6f 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 publisher's 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 17, 2008, the Planning
and Zoning Commission of the City of La Porte met in a 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 21, 2008, a true copy of which letter is attached hereto as
Exhibit "C", incorporated by reference herein and made a part hereof for all purposes.
ORDINANCE NO. 1501- fX,;
Page 2
"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 19th day of May, 2008, 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.
The conditions of said 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 is as follows, to-wit:
2.29 acres of land being lots 1 thru 32, block 686, Town of La Porte, Johnson Hunter
Survey, Abstract 35, 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
was posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the City for the time required
ORDINANCE NO. 1501~:D~
Page 3
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 Pl't-day o~ 2008.
CITY~ ~ PORTE 'I.)
By:~L.t~
ALTON PORTER, Mayor
ATTEST:
By ~,~/J/
MART A GILLE ,City Secretary
By:
CCARK 1. ASKINS,
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 17th
day of April, 2008, 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
#SCU08-001, which has been requested for a 2.29 acre tract described as lots 1 thru 32, block 686,
Town of La Porte, Johnson Hunter Survey, Abstract 35, La Porte, Harris County, Texas. The
property is located in the 200 block of West Polk Street. Mr. Lindsay Pfeiffer, is seeking approval of
a permit for the development of an off-site parking lot for a business located at 116 N. 16th Street.
Off-site parking is classified as a conditional use in a Light Industrial (LI) zone.
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, TRMC, CMC
City Secretary
A quorum of City Council members may be present and participate in discussions during this meeting, however, no
action will be taken by Council.
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 iriformation.
EXHIBIT
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281-471-1234
Fax 281-471-5763
820 S. 8th Street
La Porte, Texas 77571
City of La Porte
County of Harris
State of Texas
RE: PUBLIC NOTICE
See 106-171 / SCU08-001
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distributed in the City of La Porte, Harris County, Texas a
after being duly sworn, swears the attached notice was publ
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Sworn and subscribed before me this
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City of La Porte
Established 1892
April 21, 2008
Honorable Mayor Alton Porter and City Council
City of La Porte
Re: Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU08-001
Dear Mayor Porter and Council:
The La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission, during a regular meeting on April 17, 2008,
considered Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU08-00 I. Mr. Lindsay Pfeiffer, on behalf of
Pfeiffer & Son, Ltd., seeks approval to allow off-site parking for the existing facility located at 116
North 16th Street.
After consideration, the Planning and Zoning Commission, by a unanimous vote, recommends
that City Council consider approval of Special Conditional Use Permit #SCU08-001 with the
following conditions in place:
1. This Special Conditional Use Permit is specifically for off-site parking.
2. Off-site parking shall comply with all parking standards.
3. The drainage study for Little Cedar Bayou (F-216) may require additional right-of-way
acquisition adjacent to North 13th Street. Need for future right-of-way for Little Cedar Bayou
shall be noted on the plan.
4. Provide additional landscaping and show legend with type, number and size of plants/trees
proposed at site.
5. Screening and/or landscaping of parking lot shall be required in accordance with Section 106-
444(a) of the Code of Ordinances. Screening plan shall be approved by the City.
6. Property line fence shall not be erected within the required landscaped portion of any yard or
the front yard setback per Section 106-797 of the Code of Ordinances
7. If proposed in future, all lighting in the parking lot shall be hooded and arranged to deflect
light away from the adjoining properties in compliance with Section 106-521(a) of the Code
of Ordinances.
8. The Developer shall comply with all applicable laws and ordinances of the City and the State
of Texas.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Chairperson, Planning and Zoning Commission
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Ron Bottoms, City Manager
John Joerns, Assistant City Manager
Clark Askins, Assistant City Attorney
Planning and Zoning Commission
604 W. Fairmont Pkwy. · La Porte, Texas 77571 · (281) 471-5020
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SCU#08-001
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 19th day of May, 2008, 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 #SCU08-00l, which has been
requested for a 2.29 acre tract described as lots 1 thru 32, block 686, Town of La Porte, Johnson
Hunter Survey, Abstract 35, La Porte, Harris County, Texas. The property is located in the 200
block of W. Polk Street. Mr. Lindsay Pfeiffer is seeking approval of a permit to develop an off-site
parking lot for the business located at 116 N. 16th Street. Off-site parking is classified as a
conditional use in a Light Industrial (LI) zone.
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, TRMC, CMC
City Secretary
A quorum of City Council members may be present and participate in discussions during this meeting, however, no
action will be taken by Council.
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.
EXHIBIT D
City of La Porte
Special Conditional Use Permit # SCU 08-001
This permit is issued to:
Lindsay Pfeiffer
Owner or Agent
116 North 16th Street. La Porte TX 77571
Address
For Development of:
ParkinQ Lot (Off-site)
Development Name
200 Block of West Polk Street. La Porte
Address
Legal Description:
Lots 1-32, Block 686, Town of La Porte, Johnson Hunter Survey,
Abstract No. 35, La Porte, Harris County, Texas.
Zoning:
Lioht Industrial (L1)
Use:
ParkinQ Lotllaydown yard
Permit Conditions:
1. This Special Conditional Use Permit is specifically for off-site parking.
2. Off-site parking shall comply with all parking standards.
3. The drainage study for Little Cedar Bayou (F-216) may require additional right-of-way
acquisition adjacent to North 13th Street. Need for future right-of-way for Little Cedar Bayou
shall be noted on the plan.
4. Provide additional landscaping and show legend with type, number and size of plants/trees
proposed at site.
5. Screening and/or landscaping of parking lot shall be required in accordance with Section 106-
444(a) of the Code of Ordinances. Screening plan shall be approved by the City.
6. Property line fence shall not be erected within the required landscaped portion of any yard or
the front yard setback per Section 106-797 of the Code of Ordinances
7. If proposed in future, all lighting in the parking lot shall be hooded and arranged to deflect light
away from the adjoining properties in compliance with Section 1 06-521 (a) of the Code of
Ordinances.
8. 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: ) - /9 ---0 t
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City Secretary
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820 S. 8th Street
La Porte, Texas 77571
281-471-1234
Fax 281-471-5763
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City of La Porte
County of Harris
State of Texas
RE: Public Notice
Section 106-171
Special Conditional
Use Permit Request
#SCU08-001
Before me, the undersigned authority, on this date came and
appeared Adam Yanelli, a duly authorized representative of The
Bayshore Sun, a semi-weekly newspaper published and genera'"
distributed in the City of La Porte, Harris County, Texas and whcsTATEPFTEM,
after being duly sworn, swears the attached notice was published il,g~~~~~~
The Bayshor n a d April 27, 2008'
Sworn and subscribed before me this
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