HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-17-18 Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Notice is hereby given of a Regular Meeting of the La Porte Planning and Zoning Commission to
be held on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, 604 W. Fairmont
Parkway, La Porte, Texas, regarding the items of business according to the agenda listed below:
1.CALL TO ORDER
2.ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS.
3.CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE MEETING MINUTES:
a.March 15, 2018 Meeting
4.PRELIMINARY PLAT: Consider approval of a Preliminary Plat for the
2 Section 5; a single family residential development consisting of 36 lots on 7.6 acres
located on Bay Area Blvd.
5.CONSIDERATION: Consider a request by SNAPP USA for approval
Design Guidelines (Exterior Façade Materials) for the proposed office/warehouse facility to
be located in the 11000 Block of Fairmont Parkway.
6.PUBLIC HEARING: Open Public Hearing to receive input on the La Porte Comprehensive Plan
2030 Five Year Update.
a.Staff Presentation
b.Public Comments (for, against, or question)
c.Question and Answer
7.ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING
8.CONSIDERATION: Consider recommendation to City Council on the La Porte Comprehensive
Plan 2030 Five Year Update.
9.PUBLIC HEARING: Open Public Hearing to receive input on an application for Zone Change
#18-92000005, a request Rosemary Williams, applicant; on behalf of the Estate of M.C.
Troncale, owner; for approval of a zone change from General Commercial (GC) to Low Density
Residential (R-1), for a 0.28 acre tract of land located on N. 1st St. north of W. Tyler St., and
legally described as Tracts 9-12, Block 85, Town of La Porte Subdivision.
a.Staff Presentation
b.Applicant Presentation
c.Public Comments (for, against, or question)
d.Question and Answer
10.ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING
11.CONSIDERATION: Consider recommendation to City Council on Zone Change #18-92000005
12.FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDMENT: Consider a recommendation to the La Porte City
Council on a proposed amendment to the Future Land Use Map component of the La Porte
Comprehensive Plan by amending the land use designation for a 0.28 acre tract of land
located on N. 1st St. north of W. Tyler St., and legally described as Tracts 9-12, Block 85,
Town of La Porte Subdivision
13.PUBLIC HEARING: Open Public Hearing to receive input on an application for Zone Change
#18-92000004, a request by Louisiana Chemical Equipment Co., L.L.C., applicant and owner;
for approval of a zone change from Large Lot District Residential (LLD) to Light Industrial (LI),
for a 6.43 acre tract of land located adjacent to the southern edge of 11100 SH 225 and legally
described as Tracts 351 & 352, La Porte Outlots.
a.Staff Presentation
b.Applicant Presentation
c.Public Comments (for, against, or question)
d.Question and Answer
14.ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING
15.CONSIDERATION: Consider recommendation to City Council on Zone Change #18-92000004
16.FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDMENT: Consider a recommendation to the La Porte City
Council on a proposed amendment to the Future Land Use Map component of the La Porte
Comprehensive Plan by amending the land use designation for a 6.43 acre tract of land
located adjacent to the southern edge of 11100 SH 225 and legally described as Tracts 351
& 352, La Porte OutlotsLarge Lot Light Industrial
17.PUBLIC HEARING: Open Public Hearing to receive input on an application for Special
Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) #18-91000004, a request by Tracy Talent Lacombe, applicant;
on behalf of Victor Ybarra, owner; to allow for a Specialty Trade Contractor (NAICS 238990),
to locate on a 0.22 acre tract of land legally described as Lots 3-5, Block 789, Town of La Porte
Subdivision.
a.Staff Presentation
b.Applicant Presentation
c.Public Comments (for, against, or question)
d.Question and Answer
18.ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING
19.CONSIDERATION: Consider recommendation to City Council on SCUP #18-91000004
20.DISCUSSION ITEMS:
a.Update regarding 106 annual review.
21.ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
22.COMMISSION COMMENTS on matters appearing on the agenda or inquiry of staff
regarding specific factual information or existing policy.
23.ADJOURN
A quorum of City Council members may be present and participate in discussions during this
meeting; however, no action will be taken by the Council.
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reasonable accommodations for persons attending public meetings. To better serve attendees,
requests should be received 24 hours prior to the meetings. Please contact Patrice Fogarty, City
Secretary, at 281-470-5019.
CERTIFICATION
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I certify that a copy of the Thursday, , 2018, agenda of items to be considered by the
Planning and Zoning Commission was posted on the City Hall bulletin board on the ____ day of
____________________, 2018.
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Planning and Zoning Commission
Minutes of March 15th, 2018
Commissioners Present: Nick Barrera, Mark Follis, Wyatt Smith, Christina Tschappat, Helen
LaCourand Chairman Hal Lawler
Commissioners Absent: Trey Kendrick, Richard Warren, Lou Ann Martin
City Staff Present: City Manager Corby Alexander, Assistant City Manager Jason
Weeks, Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins, Planning and
Development Director Richard Mancilla, City Planner Ian Clowes,
City Engineer Lorenzo Wingate, Office Coordinator Peggy Lee,
Planning Technician Chase Stewart
CALL TO ORDER.
Chairman Hal Lawler called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS.
Commissioners Trey Kendrick, Richard Warren, Lou Ann Martin werenot present forthe
meeting.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE MEETING MINUTES:
a.March 15th, 2018 Meeting
Motion by Commissioner Follis to approve the meeting minutes of January 18, 2018.
Second by Commissioner LaCour. Motion carried.
Ayes: Commissioners LaCour, Barrera, Follis, Smith, Tschappat, and Chairman Lawler
Nays: None
PUBLIC HEARING: 6:05 PM Open Public Hearing to receive input on an application for Zone
Change #18-92000003, a request by Raj Shafaii, applicant and owner; for approval of a zone
change from Low Density Single Family (R-1) to Mid Density Single Family Residential (R-2),
for a 3.01 acre tract of land legally described as Lots 1 thru 29, Block 29 and Lots 19 thru 30,
Block 203, La Porte Subdivision.
Chairman Lawler opened the public hearing at 6:02 pm
Staff Presentation Mr. Ian Clowes, City Planner, presented staff’s report on a request
by Raj Shafaii for a zoning change from R-1 to R-2 to allow a senior living community,
comprised of 14 duplex structures projected to be accompanied by a management
office/ Clubhouse, to be developed on 3.01 acre tract of land legally described as Lots
1 thru 29, Block 29 and Lots 19 thru 30, Block 203, La Porte Subdivision. City planner,
Mr. Clowes:
Proceeded to describe the surrounding area of the proposed zone change in an effort
to introduce members of the commission to the current nature of the area due to the
zoning already set in place in the area in question.
Directed the commission towards the site plan for the development. Mentions that
the roads will be gated/private and will not be maintained by the City of La Porte, but
rather the property owner.
Staff recommends to the commission an approval of the zoning request. Directs
further questions in regards to the proposed development to the applicant.
a.Applicant Presentation
Raj Shafaii, 3807 River Oaks, Pasadena Texas.Starts with some overview into what the
project is that will benefit from this proposed zone change.
Commissioner Smith inquired about the market value of the duplexes once built.
Applicant was optimistic of the living spaces being valued from $130,000- $150,000.
Commissioner Follis is apprehensive about the “true zone change from R-1 to R-2”
and mentions that the applicant isn’t required to build what the proposed
development is and would be able to switch to whatever is desired, as long as it fits
within the requirements of R-2, or even sell the property all together.
Questions arise from Commissioner Follis in regards to the Union Pacific right-of-way
which are rebutted the applicant with plans of either a detention pond or a park if
able to obtain.
b.Public Comments (for, against, or question)
Armad Shafaii, no address given.
(For)
Mr. Shafaii, has a connection with the developer petitioning for the zoning change,
approached the committee as a “for” when it came to the rezoning request.
Brian Moore, 511 S Utah, La Porte Texas
Voiced a “for” in part because of the speculated detention pond and quality of
structures improving the area if granted the rezoning request.
(Question)
Fred Beck, 307 S Iowa St, La Porte Texas
Question: Asked the commission for clarification on if Mr. Shafaii is able to apply for
a rezoning of an area that he currently doesn’t own. Specifically the railroad’s right-
of-way. Also asked about the closure of an alleyway by the city.
Raised concern that the applicant won’t adhere to the building plan set forth and
could build whatever other structure desired as long as it fits the qualifications of R-
2. Suggested a rezoning to PUD instead so the City would have more involvement.
(Against)
Philip Hoot, Resides at 927 Seabreeze Ave, La Porte Texas, Owns property at 301 S
Iowa, La Porte Texas
Against: Requested advice from attorney that requested the denial for the zoning
change on the grounds that it shows characteristics of spot zoning, which is against
the law.
Buford Lloyd Crowel, 300 Block Kansas St
Voiced an “against” because he wants to keep the community the way it is. Based off
of concern that the developer would achieve the rezone but wouldn’t follow through
with the actual building plan. Also concerned about flooding in the area, especially
with the increase of concrete in the area.
Buford returns to the podium to further support his point that drainage for this
development would be an issue.
Brian Cook, 401 S Utah, La Porte Texas
Voiced an “against” citing concern for spot zoning and the development that would
benefit from the zone change not conforming to the nature of the area.
Mike Shanahan, no address given
There was more of a concern that the citizens of La Porte weren’t properly informed
of the proposition for a zone change.
Brandon Kneffer, 3003 S Broadway, La Porte Texas
Opposes the zoning change due to the adverse effects of construction in the area
c.Question and Answer
Commissioner Smith questions Mr. Ian Clowes and Assistant City Attorney Mr. Clark
Askins if this zone change, if approved, would be considered spot zoning. Mr. Askins’
legal opinion was that it wasn’t spot zoning. Chairman Lawler questions about if the
proposed development area was located in a flood plain. Need to return to this after
research. PUD zoning in place of a rezone to R-2 is ruled out.
ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING
Chairman Lawler closed the public hearing at 7:08 p.m.
CONSIDERATION:Consider recommendation to City Council on Zone Change #18-
92000003
Motion by Commissioner Follisto recommend to City Council, to deny the zone change
#18-92000003, seconded by Commissioner Barrera
Second by Commissioner Barrera. Motion carried.
Ayes: Commissioners Barrera, Martin, Follis, Smith, Tschappat,LaCourand Chairman
Lawler
Nays: None
FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDMENT: Item 7 Mr. Clowes presented staff’s report on an
amendment to the Future Land Use Plan from Low-Density Residential to Mid-High
Density Residential in conjunction with zone change #18-92-000003 approval for property
located at the intersection of S Utah St and E “B” St. Motion by Commissioner Follis for
denial. Seconded by Commissioner Barrera. Unanimous
GENERAL PLAN: (Patio Home) Item 8
Motion by Comissioner Follis to consider approval or other action regarding a request by
Doak Brown of Brownstone Ventures, LLC, applicant, on behalf of 92 Fairmont Lakes, Inc.,
owner; to amend a previously approved General Plan for a patio home development,
locatedon a 19.17acre tract of land legally described as Tract 1, Abstract 35, J Hunter
Survey.
GENERAL PLAN: (Apartment Home)Item 9
Consider approval or other action regarding a request by Doak Brown of Brownstone
Ventures, LLC, applicant, on behalf of Bayforest Ranch, Ltd, owner; to amend a
previously approved General Plan for a multi-family apartment complex, located on a 20
acre tract of land legally described as Tract 1L, Abstract 35, J Hunter Survey.
Previous Conditions met in amended general plan for Items 8(Patio HomeGeneral Plan)
& 9(Apartment Home General Plan)
Wrought iron fence shall be installed along the east property line.
Setback from buildings along the east side of the property shall be 50’.
Detention pond shall be wet bottom.
Relocatedemergency access point establishes a secondary access point
simultaneously
Motion: Commissioner Follis
Second: Commissioner LaCour Motion carried.
Ayes:Commissioners Barrera, Tschappat, and Chairman Lawler
Nays: 1, Commissioner Smith
PRELIMINARY PLAT: (Item 10) Consider approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Morgan’s
Landing Phase 1 Section 1; a single family residential development consisting of 10 lots on
4.6 acres located on Bay Area Blvd.
Motion: Commissioner Follis motion to approve Seconded: Commissioner Barrera
Nay: None
PRELIMINARY PLAT: (Item 11) Consider approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Morgan’s
Landing Phase 1 Section 2; a single family residential development consisting of 24 lots on
6.9 acres located on Bay Area Blvd.
Motion: Commissioner Barrera to approve Seconded: Commissioner Follis
Nay: None
PRELIMINARY PLAT: (Item 12) Consider approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Morgan’s
Landing Phase 1 Section 3; a single family residential development consisting of 52 lots on
16.2 acres located on Bay Area Blvd.
Motion: Commissioner LaCour to approve Seconded: Commissioner Smith
Nay: None
PRELIMINARY PLAT: (Item 13) Consider approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Morgan’s
Landing Phase 1 Section 4; a single family residential development consisting of 43 lots on
11.0 acres located on Bay Area Blvd.
Motion: Commissioner Follis to approve Seconded: Commissioner LaCour
Nay: None
PRELIMINARY PLAT: (Item 14) Consider approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Morgan’s
Landing Phase 1 Recreation Center/Detention; a single family residential development
consisting of 2 reserves on 26.0 acres located on Bay Area Blvd.
Motion: Commissioner Barrera to approve Seconded: Commissioner LaCour
Nay: None
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Possible amendments to Section 106-803,Tree Fund
Will take up at a later date after subcommittee meeting discussion
1.Update from subcommittee regarding 106 annual review.
Main points:
Switch the word “hog” to “swine” to be more politically correct.
Requirements for driveway spacing. Consult City Engineer further
Main Street District, E of Broadway. Industrial natured buildings and problems
with leasing.
Exterior Storage: new language to addressing “POD” storage containers
Non-operable vehicles throughout the city
Potentially changing the language of Multi-family definitions
180 unit limit amended to range of 100-300 units to promote competitive
apartment complexes
2.Comprehensive Plan Update Workshop – March 22, 2018
Commissioner Smith asks about creating a new zone that facilitates solely
towards senior living developments
Motion for Adjournment: Commissioner LaCour Seconded: Commissioner Smith
Nay: None
Chairman Lawler adjourned the meeting at 8:04p.m.
Respectful
ly submitted,
, 2018.
Passed and Approved on
Hal Lawler
Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission
Consider approval of a Preliminary Plat for the Phase
2, Section 5, a subdivision consisting of 36 single family lots on 7.6 acres
located on Bay Area Blvd. between Fairmont Pkwy and Spencer Hwy.
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
May 17, 2018
Phase 2 Section 5
Planning and Development Department
Staff Report
ISSUE
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission approve Phase 2, Section 5 Preliminary Plat
for ?
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission approve the Phase 2, Section 5
Preliminary Plat with the condition that any and all outstanding staff
comments be addressed prior to submittal of a Final Plat.
DISCUSSION
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The applicant, Beazer Homes, is requesting approval of Phase 2, Section 5 Preliminary Plat
for the subdivision. The attached exhibit is the proposed preliminary
plats The 7.6 acre site will consist of 36 low density single family residential lots ranging in
size from 5,900 square feet to 7,800 square feet.
Background Information:
The site is currently zoned PUD, with an approved SCUP, and is vacant. The following table
summarizes the surrounding zoning and land uses:
Zoning Land Use
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{ƚǒƷŷ BI, Business Industrial Industrial Buildings
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Section 106-333(a) includes the various zoning requirements for residential development
(see the attached Exhibit C).
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1. Single family detached development requires a minimum lot area of 6,000 square
feet. The proposed Preliminary Plat complies with the approved
SCUP which permits lots with lot areas less than 6,000 square feet.
2. The code requires a minimum 50 foot lot width. The proposed
Preliminary Plat complies with the approved SCUP which permits lot widths with a
minimum of 45 feet.
3. Yard setbacks are as follows: front-25 feet, sides-5 feet, rear-15 feet. Front setbacks
have been called out on the preliminary plat document. All setbacks will be verified
at the time building permits are issued for each house.
4. The maximum height allowed for a single family detached structure is 35 feet and
will be verified with the issuance a of building permit for each house.
5. The minimum site area per unit for single family detached development is 9,100
square feet. The proposed s Landing subdivision is proposed at 21,847.5
square feet per unit. The maximum dwelling units per acre is 4.8 while the
proposed subdivision is at 1.99 D.U./acre, which is less dense than the code allows.
The proposed subdivision is in compliance with these code requirements.
6. The maximum lot coverage is 40% and will be verified at the time building permits
are issued for each house.
Staff finds that the proposed preliminary plat is in compliance with the residential
requirements set forth in Section 106-33(a)
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The applicant has provided the required drainage for the subdivision. There will be two
ponds, the first being an amenitized wet bottom lake in the center of the development,
and the second being a dry detention basin at the southern edge of the property. The
functionality of these dentition facilities have been detailed in a drainage report
submitted to city staff and reviewed by the City Engineer.
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Section 12.01-Development Ordinance (see the attached Exhibit
D) requires one acre of park land be dedicated for every 93 proposed dwelling units. In
this case, the applicant is not proposing to dedicate any parkland to the city. The
ordinance also allows for a cash payment in lieu of that dedication. The ordinance
requires payment of $490 per dwelling unit to satisfy the cash payment in lieu of land
dedication. This payment is due at the time of building permit for each individual
dwelling unit.
In addition to the cash payment in lieu of land dedication, the applicant is responsible for
payment of a park development fee at the time of building permit. Section 12.02 of the
Land Development Ordinance requires payment of a $318 fee per dwelling unit. As a
result, at the time of building permit issuance for each lot the applicant will be responsible
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Phase 2 Section 5
for payment of $482 + $318 = $800 to cover the cash payment in lieu of land dedication
and park development fee.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Aerial Map
Exhibit B: Phase 2, Section 5 Preliminary Plat
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May 17, 2018
AGENDA ITEM 5
Consider a
Design Guidelines (Exterior Façade Materials)
for a proposed Office/Warehouse use in the
11000 Block of Fairmont Pkwy.
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
May 17, 2018
Design Guidelines Waiver SNAPP USA
Planning and Development Department
Staff Report
ISSUE
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission approve a request by SNAPP USA for a
construction of new
office/warehouse facility located in the 11000 Block of Fairmont Pkwy?
DISCUSSION
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guidelines, including building form, building articulation, roof, architectural design
elements, and exterior façade materials. Because this site fronts Fairmont Parkway and
is zone BI, Business Industrial, the subject site is required to comply with the
requirements for Tier 3 buildings. Specifically, the code requires 20
façade be covered by stone or masonry materials for a Tier 3 building and 80% for other
materials such as stucco, architectural block, cementitious fiberboard, EIFS (above 14
feet), and painted, colored or stamped tilt-wall.
concerning Exterior Façade Materials. The proposal submitted includes complying with
the 80% other material requirement. However, the material proposed as part of the
remaining 20% is not a material permitted in Section 106-928. The applicant is
proposing the use of a tilt wall concrete façade which is designed to look and feel like
real masonry. The view from the street will look as though the building is clad in a
masonry material, but the material is a cement product. The attached Exhibit A shows
the proposed material and explains why the applicant is requesting consideration of this
product.
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Commission may approve a waiver request subject to two findings. The following is a list
of those findings:
1.The project as designed is consistent with the general spirit and intent of the City
2.The proposed building will result in an attractive contribution to the community.
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ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Applicant Letter and Material Description
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
May 17, 2018
Comprehensive Plan Update
Planning and Development Department
Staff Report
ISSUE
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of the proposed
updates to the City of La Porte Comprehensive Plan 2030, to the City Council?
DISCUSSION
The current City of La Porte Comprehensive Plan serves as the officially adopted guide for
City policy decisions relating to the physical growth and development of La Porte through
2030, including discussion of opportunities and challenges, vision, goals, actions, policies,
and strategies.
The budget for fiscal year 2017 included funding for a minor (5 year)
Comprehensive Plan 2030. The City contracted Kendig Keast Collaborative, who
performed the 2012 update, to take on this task. The consultant, in collaboration with city
staff, decided to focus the minor update on the implementation section of the current
comprehensive plan. Staff looked at the 16 priorities previously compiled and updated
the status. Finally, based on current trends and developments from the past 5 years, staff
suggested a reorganization of the priority list.
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The Planning and Zoning Commission held a workshop on March 22. At the workshop,
the commission suggested some changes to the proposed new ranking of priorities.
These suggestions have been incorporated into the final draft.
Below is a chart showing the proposed changes:
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A public open house occurred on March 27. Staff was present to introduce the proposed
changes to the City Council and any interested citizens wishing to attend. City
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Council took up the item for discussion on April 23.
At this time, staff is seeking a formal recommendation from the Planning and Zoning
Commission to adopt the five year .
RECOMENDATION
Staff is recommends approval to the Planning and Zoning Commission for the proposed
five year update to the City of La Porte Comprehensive Plan 2030
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Comprehensive Plan 2030 Five Year Update
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INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
Table of Contents
Introduction ..................................................................................................................4
By the numbers .............................................................................................................7
High Priority Implementation Action Status Summaries ................................................14
Conclusion ....................................................................................................................39
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INTRODUCTION
Executive Summary
The 2018 Comprehensive Plan Update and Progress Report is a 5-year update to the City of La
Porte’s 2012 Comprehensive Plan. This update provides guidance on moving forward with high
capital improvements completed since 2012, and through the Progress Report, provides an im-
plementation status summary as well as a new prioritization of the 2012 implementation actions.
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partment heads met in December 2017 to evaluate and prioritize the 2012 Plan’s high priority
implementation actions and provide feedback on the status of current and completed actions,
projects, plans, and initiatives. The Plan Update process provided an opportunity for all depart-
ments to meet together to discuss the importance of the Comprehensive Plan for the City of La
Porte and to weigh-in on future priorities. As this interim Plan Update did not revise the 2012
Comprehensive Plan’s text, data, or other underlying items, the planning process did not include
A major Plan amendment, such as occurred in
2012, should be undertaken with the aim of an
adopted updated Comprehensive Plan in 2022,
update should include extensive public engage-
ment to ensure the updated vision, goals, and
The results of the Comprehensive Plan Progress
Photo: December 2017 City Department Head Meeting
made by the City of La Porte toward implemen-
tation of the 2012 Plan’s high priority action items, with 12 of the 16 items either completed or
vacancies in key positions. The Progress Report results include a re-prioritization of the high pri-
ority action items, based on Department Head input as well as Planning and Zoning Commission
and a Public Open House held in March 2018.
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INTRODUCTION
Highest Priority Actions2018 Rank
Infrastructure Improvements1 (tie)
Drainage Improvements1 (tie)
Neighborhood Improvement Program2 (tie)
Strategic Downtown Improvements2 (tie)
Public Safety Improvements3
Business Retention and Expansion Program4 (tie)
Business Incubator4 (tie)
Safe Sidewalks Program5
Strategic Corridors Program6
Park and Trail System Improvements7
Increasing Sustainability8
Coordinated Tourism Strategy9
Market Retail Analysis10
Streamline Permitting11
public document, adopted by the City Council, to guide policy decisions relating to the physical
and economic development of the community. In general, the plan indicates how the community
desires to develop and redevelop over the course of the next twenty years. The original version
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ning, however, needs to be updated. To ensure the plan continued to represent the future of
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ress and accomplishments, identify goals that required attention or deletion, and to recommend
any additional goals that were needed to better achieve the 2001 community vision. In 2012, 10
years into the implementation of the plan, City Council approved a second revision to the plan.
The 2012 revision is more comprehensive in nature and includes an updated community vision
to ensure that the City is still moving towards a future that represents the desires, needs, and
aspirations of the community.
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INTRODUCTION
2018 5-Year Comprehensive Plan
Update
This update to the 2012 Comprehensive Plan is an opportunity to revisit the 2012 Plan and pro-
-
date seeks to:
priorities;
• provide the status of initiatives since the 2012 Plan, with emphasis on
those projects that still need to be completed
• identify completed projects and items accomplished, summarizing plan
implementation progress and success.
This update is not intended to be a full revision of the plan and as such does not include revisions
to the data and inputs of the 2012 plan. The update is intended to be an opportunity to bring
aware of the Plan, its contents, and its progress.
La Porte. The following pages present milestones, accomplishments, and highlight data for the
(2012-2017) that have passed since the 2012 Comprehensive Plan.
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BY THE NUMBERS
125
Birthday the City of La Porte celebrated in
2017 highlighting the rich history and heritage
of the La Porte community. The 125th
anniversary celebration events included a
parade, a concert series featuring Clay Walker,
a kid’s rodeo, a gala, and more. The events
garnered local and regional media coverage
for the City.
471
Number of homes estimated damaged by
Hurricane Harvey in La Porte in August 2017.
The resilience of the La Porte community
Harvey.
#LaPorteStrong.
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32
Number of dog runs at the new City of La
Porte Animal shelter opened in 2014.
2
Number of new Splash Pads opened since
2012 (Northside and Fairmont Spray Parks).
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$10,091,771
Fiscal Year 2017 budget increase over the
previous year, representing a 12% increase.
A large portion of that increase is related to
capital improvements.
10
City wide geocaches hidden at the newest La
Porte street festival that debuted in October
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50%
Percent of the trail system envisioned in
the City’s Bicycle-Pedestrian Trail Mater
Plan completed, including major east-west
connector along Fairmont Parkway.
12
of the Year’ Awards that the La Porte Water
Tower on Fairmont Parkway was honored in.
The $875,000 project depicts La Porte’s ‘Life.
By the Bay.’
(Photo: Courtesy Of Tnemec Company, Inc.)
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130
490,387
Number of new commercial permits issued
Square feet of estimated retail demand
from 2013-2017, representing a valuation of
documented in the 2013 Retail Analysis and
over $183.5 million. During the same time
Merchandising Plan.
period 309 residential permits were issued,
representing a valuation of over $55.5 million.
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2018 Assessed Property
Values
The map shows the assessed property values of parcels within the City of
La Porte, current as of January 2018.
As can be seen on the map, there is a wide range of property values
within the city, ranging from less than $10,000 up to $60,000,000.
The City tracks these values as they change over time and this
information can be used to inform planning and economic development
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Plan Update. As part of the 2018 5-year Comprehensive Plan Progress Report, City Departments met in Decem-
ber 2017 to evaluate progress towards achieving these high priority actions. The rankings were also evaluated
by the Planning and Zoning Commission and through a Public Open House held in March 2018.
Highest Priority Actions2012 Rank2018 RankOverall Status
Streamlined Permitting
111Complete
Process
Public Safety Improve-
23In progress
ments
Neighborhood Improve-
32 (tie)In progress
ment Program
Business Retention and
44 (tie)In progress
Expansion Program
Park and Trail System Im-
57In progress
provements
Market Retail Analysis610Complete
Infrastructure Improve-
71 (tie)In progress
ments
8RemoveNot started
Provisions
Downtown Master Plan92 (tie)Not started
Drainage Improvements101 (tie)In progress
Coordinated Tourism Strat-
119Not started
egy
Business Parks12RemoveComplete
Business Incubator134 (tie)Not started
Safe Sidewalks Program145In progress
Increasing Sustainability158In progress
Strategic Corridors Program166In progress
For each high priority action departments answered the following:
o Has this action been achieved (or portions of this action)?
o If yes, which components?
o If no, what do you see as the main reasons why? (may include but not limited to: funding,
lack of authority, political or public will, lack of time, don’t know how to achieve)
o Do you see this action being achieved in the next 5 years? If no, why not (may include but
not limited to: no longer a priority, no funding, lack of political or public will) If yes, what
is the timing for completion?
The results of this exercise are summarized in the charts beginning on page 20.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
• La Porte Municipal Airport Business Plan, completed 2017
• HazMat Commodity Flow Study and RMP
• Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Park and Recreation Master Plan (to begin in 2018)
• Design Guidelines for GC, NC, and BI Districts (2014)
• Northside Neighborhood Plan (2012 Update)
• West Lomax Area Sanitary Sewer Feasibility Study
• Citywide Street Condition Assessment
• Coupland Drive Drainage Assessment
• N. 6th Street Drainage Assessment
• Update 2009 Water Master Plan (to begin in 2018)
• Airport Drainage Assessment
• F 101 Drainage Assessment
• Renovation of wave pool (2018)
• Renovation of Northwest Pool (2018)
• Sidewalks
• Annual Contracts – Asphalt Street Repairs – Concrete Street Repairs - Construction
• Coupland Drive Drainage- Design and Construction
• Somerton Pavement and Waterline Replacement
• Hillridge Pump Station Construction
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Evaluating Existing Studies for Impacts and Overlap to Comprehensive Plan
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cember 2017 in the list above, they should be evaluated for any potential impacts to items in the Comprehen-
sive Plan. As an example, the La Porte Municipal Airport Business Plan, completed in 2017, has the following
relationship to Comprehensive Plan elements:
o Recommends future master plans or airport land use compatibility studies.
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ities, including:
• Drainage infrastructure improvements
• Airport Capital Improvements
• Economic Development: Analyzes the economic advantage the Airport pro-
vides the City of La Porte
• Land development: Acres available for development to support aviation and
other commercial uses.
The new high priority rankings for the City of La Porte to focus on in the upcoming years are as
Highest Priority Actions2018 Rank
Infrastructure Improvements1 (tie)
Draingage Improvements1 (tie)
Neighborhood Improvement Program2 (tie)
Strategic Downtown Improvements2 (tie)
Public Safety Improvements3
Business Retention and Expansion Program4 (tie)
Business Incubator4 (tie)
Safe Sidewalks Program5
Strategic Corridors Program6
Park and Trail System Improvements7
Increasing Sustainability8
Coordinated Tourism Strategy9
Market Retail Analysis10
Streamline Permitting11
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The highest priority action item charts provide proposed implementation action steps for the City of La Porte to
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Capital Investments
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et” project, especially those that must be phased and/or coordinated with other initiatives. This may include
street infrastructure, water, wastewater, and drainage improvements; parks, trails, and recreation facility con-
structions, and upgrades; and, construction of public buildings. Anticipating and adequately budgeting for
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direction and priorities of this plan.
Programs and Initiatives
they may undertake. As part of Comprehensive Plan implementation, this method may include initiating new
-
Regulations and Standards
Given that private investment decisions account for a vast majority of a city’s physical form, land development
regulations and engineering standards are fundamental for plan implementation. Consequently, in La Porte,
regulations and development criteria and technical engineering standards are the basic keys to ensuring that
advance the community’s desire for quality development outcomes while recognizing economic factors. They
should not delay or interfere unnecessarily with appropriate new development or redevelopment that is con-
sistent with plan principles and directives.
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Partnerships and Coordination
require direct coordination, intergovernmental agreements, or funding support from other public entities or
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unteer activities, and in-kind services (which can count toward the local match requirements for various grant
Targeted Planning/Studies
Various area of City governance require more detailed study and planning, especially as required to qualify for
than is appropriate for comprehensive planning purposes. As such, some parts of this plan will be implement-
-
ations.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
PROGRESS ICON LEGEND (IMPLEMENTATION STATUS)
Graphic IconMeaning
0%
not yet started
not yet started
25%
begun
begun
50%
in progress
in progress
75%
almost complete
almost complete
100%
almost complete
complete
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Streamlined Permitting ProcessStudy existing development processes and regulations to determine a plan of
action to resolve issues without compromising the integrity of the process or
enforcement of established regulations. This also could include such things as
fast-track permitting, assistance with demolition of structures, etc.
Implementation
Priority Ranking 2012Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
• Streamlined permitting • Continue to review permitting pro-
process established. cess to ensure it is resulting in desired
• Baseline comparison outcomes.
#1
of La Porte’s develop-
ment review and per-
mitting process with
neighboring communi-
ties completed.
Priority Ranking 2018
almost complete
• Review time for dif-
ferent categories of
permitting tracked.
#11
Key implementation Department(s): Planning and Development
Types of future actions: Regulations and standards and Partnerships and coordination
Completed or in progress?
(Y/N)
Y
Develop a baseline comparison of La Porte’s development review and permitting
Y
process with neighboring communities (e.g., Deer Park, Pasadena, etc.).
If no such baseline comparison already exists, then the City should begin tracking
Y
Develop a short- and long-term action plan to resolve issues that do not compro-
mise the integrity of the process or conformity with established regulations. Rele-
N
vant feedback from this analysis should be presented to the Planning and Zoning
Commission and City Council.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Public Safety ImprovementsContinue to support an excellent system of public safety services.
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• • Continue to review personnel needs
Police Department in 2017.
#2
• Police vehicles being rotated to address increased commercial
every 5 years.
• Training being conducted via • Conduct manpower study for Fire
Priority
almost complete
emergency services district. Department.
Ranking
• New La Porte Animal Shelter and • Continue to provide high quality
2018
Adoption Center facility complet-training opportunities for personnel.
ed.• Update action steps based on new
department priorities.
#3
Key implementation Department(s): Police, Fire, EMS, OEM
Types of future actions: Programs/Initiatives and Targeted planning/studies
Completed or in progress? (Y/N)
Periodically review the Police Department’s personnel needs and hire addition-
Y
with population growth; b. One additional crime analyst; c. One additional jailer
-
ments have a dedicated person taking and dispatching their calls.
Periodically review the Fire Department’s personnel needs and hire additional
-Manpower study not yet conducted.
station.
Provide adequate funding to expand the amount and quality of more cost-ef-
Y
-
Y
Y
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Completed or in progress? (Y/N)
Establish a formalized replacement and procurement program for vehicles and
-
Y
bilities. At a minimum, this should include a replacement schedule as follows:
Engines: 20 years; Ladder trucks: 25 years; Command vehicles: 10 years.
Establish a formalized replacement and procurement program for vehicles and
equipment to keep pace with state-of-the-art law enforcement technology
Y
and capabilities. This could include: Rotating cars every three years; Replacing
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Neighborhood Improvement Develop a formalized neighborhood improvement program that ensures the quality
Programof existing neighborhoods are maintained or improved over time.
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• Northside Neighborhood Plan • Explore funding/grant opportunities to
developed but not implemented. implement Northside Neighborhood
#3
• Targeted investment program Plan.
not developed. • Examine if other older communities
• Code enforcement program not should have a neighborhood plan
Priority
begun
changed.developed.
Ranking
• Examine potential funding resources
2018
for community investments.
#2
Key implementation Department(s): Planning and Development
Types of future Actions: Targeted Planning/Studies, Programs and Initiatives
Completed or in progress?
Help older communities develop neighborhood plans, which may include elements
that would normally be required for a housing grant submittal. Such a plan would
highlight potential development/redevelopment sites, infrastructure improvements,
Y
Develop a target-area community investment program focused on all infrastructure A targeted program has
improvements (e.g., sidewalk installation in addition to repair, driveway culvert clean-not been developed due to
ing and replacement, alley improvements, tree trimming, parking restrictions, shielded lack of funding. Projects are
street lighting or other improved pedestrian lighting, added greenspace, improved completed as opportunities
public streetscape/ landscape areas, new signage, etc.) within at-risk neighborhoods. arise such as when a street is
This would be an expansion of the current program that provides dedicated funding re-done sidewalks are put in
for sidewalk repair and maintenance.
Develop a results-based code enforcement program to aid in code compliance (e.g.,
violations such as weeds, debris, and junk vehicles) rather than citing noncompliant
property owners. A key element may be the cross-training of enforcement advocacy
N
-
ets listing sources of help for homeowners who are in violation of City codes.
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Business Retention and Ex--
pansion Programmine public/private strategies to overcome challenges or facilitate plans of expansion.
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• Shop, eat, stay, play local campaign •
is active.potential for re-establishing business
• Visitlaportetx.com website provides retention and expansion program.
#4
up to date shopping/tourism guide.• Determine, through surveys or inter-
• New local programs have been views, how the City can best support
rolled out such as The Search for existing businesses and establish
Priority
begun
Ranking
Quilts. needs and challenges
2018
• Façade grant program is active. • Continue to support local event
programming and marketing and
strengthen relationship between
-
#4
Key implementation Department(s): Economic Development/EDC
Types of future actions: Programs/Initiatives, Partnerships and Coordination
Completed or in progress?
Consider expanding the business retention and expansion program. A strong busi-
ness retention and expansion program should include regular visits with local em-
ployers. These visits can include formal surveys or be informal interviews. However,
they should establish a relationship with the employer and serve as a mechanism by
N
which the Economic Development Coordinator can ascertain any major challenges
from relocating to La Porte.
In addition to site visits, the business retention and expansion program could be ex-
panded to include such initiatives as shop local programs, advertising cooperatives,
Y
shopping guides, frequent shopper programs, small business seminars, etc.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Park and Trail System Im-Improve the quality of existing parks and recreation areas.
provements
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• Parks standards in progress as well as • Update Parks and Recreation
inventory and replacement schedule.Master Plan (in the works for
• All parks have matching entry signs 2018). Consider also incorporat-
#5
(2013 completion). ing Trails into Master Plan.
• Fairmont and Lomax parking lots have • Integrate park planning into any
been resurfaced. neighborhood plans.
• Playground replacements (such as • Continue to evaluate potential
Priority
almost complete
Seabreeze) have design themes. funding sources for park im-
Ranking
• New amenities include 2 new splash provements.
parks. • Continue to market high quality
2018
• -of parks and consider applying
grades and frisbee golf are planned. for H-GAC Parks and Natural Area
• Online registration system (RecTrac) is awards.
#7
active.
• Sens Trail and Park St. Trail in progress.
Key implementation Department(s): Parks and Recreation
Types of Future Actions: Capital Investments, Targeted Planning/studies
Completed or in progress?
Establish a formalized parks-to-standards program to ensure all parks are brought
up to, and maintained in, an equivalent quality standard. This program should in-
Y
clude a general maintenance and repair schedule.
Establish a policy of master planning new/revitalized parks to develop a unique
design theme for each park to broaden the types of facilities and activities that are
Y
available across the community and to better tie their identity to adjacent neighbor-
hoods
Evaluate opportunities to add new types of amenities that appeal to intergenera-
Y
tional and non-traditional users in existing and future parks
-
Y
provement program to repair, replace, or install new sidewalks, crosswalks, and curb
repairs are made as needed
cuts
(no set schedule)
Consider providing on-line registration for any camps, lessons, workshops, or classes
Y
available through the City
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Completed or in progress?
Continue to budget, or pursue additional outside funding, to construct the remain-
Y
Plan.
Continue to proactively pursue additional park and recreation acquisition of proper-
N
ty and/or protection of additional greenspace within the City limits.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Market Retail AnalysisUndertake a market retail analysis separately or in coordination with an update to the
Economic Development Strategic Plan
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• Retail Analysis and Merchandising Plan • Utilize the completed market anal-
completed in 2013. The plan includes ysis to develop a coordinated eco-
#6
demographic analysis, retail analysis, nomic development strategy.
and analysis of City’s competition.• Utilize psychographics within anal-
• Visit La Porte proactively markets La ysis to further market La Porte to
Priority
Porte via a variety of mediums.
in progress
Ranking
• Revise implementation action to
2018
-
tion.
#10
Key implementation Department(s): Economic Development/EDC
Types of future actions: Programs and Initiatives
Completed or in progress?
Undertake a retail market analysis to help identify opportunities for future expan-
sion of the City’s retail space. The analysis should include a demographic analysis of
Y
La Porte’s market segments, a sales gap analysis, and an analysis of the City’s eco-
nomic composition and competition.
The outcome of this analysis should be to develop a coordinated economic devel-
opment strategy comprised of four main elements: retail development, tourism,
N
a convention center (consistent with the available space at the renovated Sylvan
Beach Pavilion), and support for industry.
Y
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Infrastructure ImprovementsContinue to implement the recommendations in the City’s Water Master Plan, Water
Conservation Plan, and Drought Contingency Plan.
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• GIS-based Utility Mapping • Complete Utility Mapping Program and utilize
#7
Program is in progress but not as a prioritization tool to identify areas with
yet complete. the greatest infrastructure needs.
• Dead-end water mains have • Continue to eliminate dead-end water mains
been eliminated in most in-as additional funding becomes available.
Priority
in progress
stances. • Conduct WWTP feasibility study.
Ranking
• The golf course and park use • Consider adding examining security for public
2018
nearly 95% of discharge during utilities and infrastructure as a priority action
summer months. item.
#1
Key implementation Department(s): Public Works
Types of future actions: Capital investments, Programs and initiatives,
Targeted planning/studies
Completed or in progress?
Complete the geographic information system (GIS) mapping database, i.e., Utility
Mapping Program, by providing additional resources to capture and input the neces-
sary data for a complete asset management program. This system should be utilized to
Y
in progress
of piping, dates of improvements and repairs, and other information relevant to an as-
set management system. Data should be used as a prioritization tool in the preparation
of annual budgets and capital improvement programs.
Conduct a system-wide condition analysis of all utility infrastructure, i.e., storm sewer,
water, and wastewater, to determine an appropriate short- and long-term plan of action
Y
to repair, rehabilitate, or replace existing utility infrastructure. Information should be
in progress
entered into the Utility Mapping Program to identify targeted geographic areas with
the greatest needs.
Identify and eliminate any dead-end water mains
Y
Conduct a feasibility study to determine if the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) can
be improved to increase the total available quantity of reuse water and to determine
N
where additional public or private reuse opportunities in the City might be located.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
comprehensive plan to the implementing regulations.
Provisions
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• The development code was updat-• Assess potential advantages to going for-
ed in 2015 and the zoning code was ward with a UDC. If a UDC is not desired,
updated in 2014. Although these examine whether existing codes ade-
#8
codes were updated they were not quately address all provisions and if not
-develop supplemental provisions.
ment Code (UDC). • Review legal precedents such as Reed v.
Priority
not yet started
Gilbert that may necesitate updates to
Ranking
ordinances (in this instance, sign ordi-
2018
nance).
• Updated 2015 development code should
Not
be made available online, replacing 1985
ranked
version currently on City website.
Key implementation Department(s): Planning and Development
Types of future actions: Regulations and standards
Completed or in progress?
include, but not be limited to:
o building placement, design, and materials;
o parking lot, streetscape, and foundation landscaping;
N
o
o lot design and open space;
o street and pedestrian connectivity and access management; and,
o sidewalk design, placement, and amenities.
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Downtown Master PlanPrepare a master plan for the Downtown area
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• The Downtown Master • Prior to launching a Downtown Master Plan
Plan has not progressed. -
#9
erty and business owners in the potential study
area needs to occur. This could include visioning
sessions and working to address concerns.
• Examine potential for participating in Texas Main
not yet started
Priority
Street program and re-starting Main Street Coor-
Ranking
dinator Position.
2018
• Seek funding for revitalization and pursue grant
opportunities.
• Participate in H-GAC Bringing Back Main Street
Roundtable Program.
#2
Key implementation Department(s): Planning and Development, Economic Development
Types of future actions: Partnerships and Coordination, Targeted planning/studies
Completed or in progress?
Prepare a master plan for the Downtown area, including Main Street and Sylvan Beach,
the connections between, and the transition to adjacent areas. This includes:
o setting a clear and collectively supported vision;
N
o determination of implementation framework to guide new/reinvestment; and,
o coordinating with previous work completed on marketing and branding.
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Drainage Improvements
Study.
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• The areas for improvement identi-• Evaluate how drainage infrastructure
-performed during Hurricane Harvey and
#10
tinually evaluated and updated. update Drainage Study based on impacts.
• Drainage projects and improve-•
Priority
in progress
ments are ongoing throughout the as community enhancements.
Ranking
City.• Continue to explore additional potential
2018
funding sources such as Pre-Disaster Miti-
gation, Hazard Mitigation Grant Program,
#1
and FEMA grants.
Key implementation Department(s): Public Works
Types of future actions: Capital investments
Completed or in progress?
Y
Study.
-
ects as community enhancements and/or recreational amenities;
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Coordinated Tourism StrategyDevelop a coordinated tourism strategy that goes beyond trying to attract visitors.
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• La Porte is actively involved with the • Utilize the Retail Analysis and Merchan-
Heritage society, supporting their dising Plan as a starting point to devel-
#11
monthly events, funding any repairs op a coordinated tourism plan.
and funding their docent.• Work to more closely tie marketing and
• The City recently added another
small building next to the depot. •
not yet started
Priority
• Multiple tourism ads are used in • Consider developing ‘Tourism Task-
Ranking
force’ composed of local businesses
2018
• Multiple events are held to try to get and other area partners.
‘heads in beds’.
#9
Key implementation Department(s): Economic Development/EDC
Types of future actions: Targeted planning/studies, Partnerships and coordination
Completed or in progress?
Develop a coordinated tourism strategy that goes beyond trying to attract visitors.
Rather, the tourism strategy should be focused on capturing visitor’s dollars by local
N
businesses.
In coordination with area partners (e.g., the La Porte Bay Area Heritage Society), the
attract visitors, a retail strategy that provides outlets for visitors to spend money, and
N
Porte.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Business ParksProactively zone and market areas for higher quality business parks for those areas
Implementation Priority
Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status Ranking 2012
• Design guidelines developed • Coordinate planning and development
for Business Industrial along
#12
major corridors.-
ty standards are achieved.
Priority
almost complete
• Continue to evaluate developments to
Ranking 2018
-
Remove from
lines need to be made.
high priority
Key implementation Department(s): Planning and Development and Economic Development/EDC
Types of future actions: Partnerships and coordination, Regulation and standards
Completed or in progress?
Update the zoning and development codes to ensure higher quality standards
are achieved for those uses that would be allowed in Business Park and Au-
to-Urban Industrial areas. Additionally, provisions need to be strengthened
Y
better community livability (see Chapter 2, Land Use and Development, for addi-
tional information on needed regulatory improvements).
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Business IncubatorEstablish a small business incubator site within the City in coordination with San
Jacinto College Small Business Development Center (SJC SBDC). Priority consideration
should be given to locating the
site in Downtown or near San Jacinto College.
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• Not yet started.• -
ate potential for moving forward with this priority
#13
and begin discussions with SJC SBDC.
• Consider re-starting small business workshops.
Priority
not yet started
Ranking
2018
#4
Key implementation Department(s): Economic Development/EDC
Types of future actions: Partnerships and coordination, Programs and initiatives
Completed or in progress?
Consider becoming a member of the National Business Incubator Association (NBIA)
and establishing a small business incubator site within the City in coordination with
the San Jacinto College Small Business Development Center (SJC SBDC). Priority
consideration should be given to already-owned property located in the Down-
town area or in an area near San Jacinto College. The jointly sponsored incubator
N
follow-along counseling at no cost (SJC SBDC provided) for entrepreneurs of small
and emerging companies. Criteria would need to be developed for admission to the
business incubator for start-up companies. In addition, the site could be cross-uti-
lized as a temporary headquarters on a short term, temporary basis (i.e., one to
three months) for new arrivals of established, major companies relocating to La
Porte.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Safe Sidewalks ProgramPrepare a safe sidewalks program to identify and correct unsafe and poorly main-
tained sidewalk segments at key locations throughout the community.
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• Although not formalized in a Safe • Utilize GIS mapping to map priority
Sidewalks Program, annual sidewalk sidewalk investment areas.
repairs are performed.• Work with GIS Dept. to create an App to
#14
• A new sidewalk on Park St. is under track sidewalk repairs.
construction in coordination with • Consider formalizing sidewalk repairs/
Harris County (partial funding from construction into a formal Safe Side-
Harris County Safe Sidewalks Pro-walks Program.
almost complete
gram). • Continue to pursue potential funding
Priority
• Sidewalks that are constructed un-for sidewalks.
Ranking
dergo inspections.• Evaluate the potential for utilizing
2018
H-GAC’s free Pedestrian Evaluation Tool
to engage citizens in performing assess-
ments of sidewalk conditions and edu-
cating about sidewalk maintenance.
#5
Key implementation Department(s): Planning and Development and Public Works
Types of future actions: Capital investments, Programs and initiatives
Completed or in progress?
Prepare a Safe Sidewalks Program to identify those locations where unsafe conditions
and/or poorly maintained sidewalks exist particularly around, adjacent to, and leading
to/away from schools; near and adjacent to public buildings and spaces; and other
Y
construction, maintenance of the existing sidewalk system should be a priority and
should be adequately funded in the annual operating budget. Additional grant fund-
ing should also be pursued from such sources as Federal, State, private entities.
In these priority areas, conduct regular inspections of safety conditions to ensure the
Y
walking surface is free from hazards and dangerous obstructions.
Organize a public education program to notify the community of the Safe Sidewalks
Program, the priority pedestrian areas, and the individual responsibilities for care and
N
maintenance.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Increasing SustainabilityDetermine a plan of action to improve the City’s sustainability
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• The City is working toward water • Designate a City Sustainability point
person who will work across depart-
as utilizing greywater on Parks and ments to track and evaluate the City’s
Golf Course.
#15
• A new water reduction target will be • Track metrics annually so the City can
established in the updated WCP. evaluate progress on components such
• New municipal projects such as the as energy usage and water reduction.
almost complete
• Evaluate potential for increasing
desire for more sustainable munici-recycling options. Survey neighboring
Priority
pal facilities. cities with curbside recycling and eval-
Ranking
• The City utilizes drought resistant uate costs and potential grant funding
2018
landscaping for public improvement sources such as H-GAC’s Solid Waste
projects.Grants program.
#8
Key implementation Department(s): Economic Development/EDC, Parks and Recreation, Planning and
Development, Public Works
Types of future actions: Programs and initiatives, Partnerships and coordination
Complete or In Progress?
Reduce the City’s energy usage
N
Y
Y
other similar sustainable design and construction programs;
through Harris County
Y
municipal projects;
Utilize drought resistant landscaping for public improvement projects and provide incen-
Y
tives for private sector projects;
N
curbside recycling in the long-term.
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HIGH PRIORITY IMPLEMENTATION ACTION STATUS SUMMARIES
Strategic Corridors ProgramCreate a Strategic Corridors Program
Priority
Implementation
Ranking Status SummaryFuture Actions
Status
2012
• Although not formalized in a Strategic • Consider developing a corridor
Corridors Program, corridor investments streetscape plan or corridor design
and improvements have been made, standards to identify priority im-
#16
such as new Wharton Weems entry provements for corridors.
landscaping, design for sound wall and • Evaluate potential for developing
corridor overlays as part of zoning
sidewalk on Spencer Highway and the S.
in progress
Priority
Broadway Master Plan.code.
Ranking
• Coordinate with TxDOT to develop an
2018
Advance Funding Agreement (AFA)
for TxDOT roadways which will es-
tablish standards for future improve-
#6
ments on TxDOT roadways.
Key implementation Department(s): Planning and Development, Public Works
Types of future actions: Targeted planning/studies, Regulation and standards.
Complete or In Progress?
Create a Strategic Corridors Program by identifying strategic corridors within the
community and direct aesthetic and infrastructure improvements along those cor-
ridors as a priority. Coordinate with the state and county, as necessary, for non-City
Y
should include S.H. 225, Fairmont Parkway (in conjunction with the Harris County
widening project), Underwood Road, and S.H. 146 frontage roads. Secondary corridor
enhancements should be completed on Spencer Highway, Sens Road, San Jacinto
Drive, and Broadway Street.
A corridor streetscape plan should be prepared for these strategic corridors. The
plans should include a detailed inventory and assessment of existing conditions, in-
cluding land use and zoning, building footprints, numbers and locations of driveways
and parking lots, numbers and locations of signs, trees, and vegetation, power poles
and overhead lines, street cross sections and rights-of-way, sidewalks and pedestrian
N
improvements, pervious and impervious surfaces, and general visual characteristics.
The enhancement and design plans should include any regulatory recommendations
identify priorities, funding options and sources, and a timeline.
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CONCLUSION
Next Steps
Another major amendment such as occurred in 2012 should be undertaken in the 2020-2021
Utilizing the framework established by this Comprehensive Plan Progress Report, an annual
evaluation of progress should be conducted, led by the Planning and Development Department.
The Annual Progress Report should include:
1)
the status of implementation for each programmed task. A lead department
department should coordinate with the Planning and Development Depart-
ment to provide a single City-point of contact for the Annual Progress Re-
port.
2) Implementation constraints, including those encountered in administering
the plan and its policies.
3) Proposed amendments that have come forward during the course of the
year, which may include revisions to the plan maps, or other recommenda-
tions, policies, or text changes.
4) Recommendations for needed actions, programs, and procedures to be
developed and implemented in the forthcoming year, including a recom-
mendation of projects to be included in the CIP, programs and initiatives to
be funded, and priority coordination needs with public and private imple-
mentation partners.
5) Mid-to Long Range action list should be evaluated to determine if any of the
actions should be moved to the high priority list for programming.
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Zone Change Request #18-92000005
A request Rosemary Williams, applicant; on behalf of the Estate of M.C.
Troncale, owner; for approval of a zone change from General
Commercial (GC) to Low Density Residential (R-1), for a 0.28 acre tract of
land located on N. 1st St. north of W. Tyler St., and legally described as
Tracts 9-12, Block 85, Town of La Porte Subdivision
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
May 17, 2018
Zone Change 18-92000005
Planning and Development Department
Staff Report
ISSUE
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of a change in zoning
from General Commercial (GC) to Low Density Residential (R-1) zoning district; on a 0.28
acre tract of land located on the east side of N. 1st St. north of W. Tyler St. and legally
described as Tracts 9-12, Block 85, Town of La Porte Subdivision?
DISCUSSION
Location:
The subject site is located on the east side of N. 1st St. north of W. Tyler St. The site is
currently undeveloped.
Background Information:
The property is currently undeveloped and is currently zoned for commercial uses. The
applicant would like to rezone the property to allow for them to construct a single
family home on the site.
The attached Exhibit B shows the zoning of the subject property and surrounding
properties. The following table summarizes the surrounding zoning and land uses:
Zoning Land Use
bƚƩƷŷ GC, General Commercial Office/Warehouse
{ƚǒƷŷ GC, General Commercial Vacant
ĻƭƷ R-1, Low Density Residential Single Family Homes
9ğƭƷ GC, General Commercial Office/Warehouse
The site is currently identified as Commercial in the Future Land Use Map. As a result, in
identify this site as Low Density Residential.
Notification Requirements:
Staff finds that the public hearing notification requirements outlined in Section 106-171
were performed in accordance with code provisions, including the following: notice in a
newspaper of general circulation at least 15 days prior to the hearing; written notice
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mailed to owners of real property within 200 feet of the site within 10 days of the
hearing and in this case notice was sent to all property owners and residents within the
rezoning area; 4 signs were posted in the area of the rezoning within 15 days of the
hearing. In accordance with state law, notice of the public hearing was also posted at
Analysis:
There are a number of different considerations staff evaluated during the review of this
applicat
1.Land Use. Staff finds that low density residential is an ideal fit for the existing
site. The current size and configuration would not lend itself to new commercial
projects.
st
2.Access. There is sufficient existing right-of-way access from N. 1 St.
st
3.Utilities. Water and sewer services are available along N. 1 St. and the alley
adjacent to the property on the east.
considered prior to making land use decisions. The following table breaks down each
Criterion: Staff Findings:
Ability of infrastructure to support the Existing infrastructure in the area is sufficient to support the
permitted use. proposed use.
Impact on the value and practicality of Proposed development would be consistent with other
the surrounding land uses. properties in the immediate area.
Conformance of a zoning request with The proposed zone change will be in conformance with the
the land use plan. future land use plan once amended to reflect the change to
low density residential.
Character of the surrounding and The proposed zone change would be consistent with recent
st
adjacent areas. development patterns along N. 1 St.
Suitability of the property for the uses The proposed use will be consistent with other low density
which would be permissible, single family in the area.
considering density, access and
circulation, and adequacy of public
facilities and services.
The extent to which the proposed use The proposed zone change will have minimal impact on the
designation would adversely affect the traffic in the vicinity. The R-1 zone should in the end, decrease
capacity or safety of that portion of the traffic when compared to commercial projects permitted in
road. the GC zone.
The extent to which the proposed use The proposed zone change will not create excessive air
designation would create excessive air pollution or other negative environmental issues.
pollution, water pollution, noise
pollution, or other environmental harm
to adjacent properties.
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The gain, if any, to the public health, The proposed zone change will allow a vacant parcel to
safety, and welfare of the City. develop in a manner consistent with other properties in the
area.
RECOMENDATION
Based on the above analysis, staff recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommend approval of the proposed zone change from General Commercial (GC) to Low
Density Residential (R-1).
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Aerial Map
Exhibit B: Zoning Map
Exhibit C: Future Land Use (FLUP) Map
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MADI
SON
AERIAL MAP
Zone Change
18-92000005
N.1st St.
North of Tyler St.
Legend
Subject Parcel
This product is for informational
purposes and may not have
been prepared for or be suitable
for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
1 inch = 84 feet
MAY 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
MADI
SON
R-2
ZONING MAP
Zone Change
18-92000005
N.1st St.
North of Tyler St.
Legend
Subject Parcel
PUD
GC
R-1
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purposes and may not have
been prepared for or be suitable
for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
1 inch = 84 feet
MAY 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
MADI
SON
MAP
Zone Change
18-92000005
PI
COM
N.1st St.
North of Tyler St.
Legend
BI
Subject Parcel
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purposes and may not have
been prepared for or be suitable
for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
LDR
1 inch = 84 feet
MAY 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
City of La Porte, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission
May 17, 2018
AGENDA ITEM 12
Future Land Use Map Amendment #18-92000005
Consider a recommendation to the La Porte City Council on a proposed
amendment to the Future Land Use Map component of the La Porte
Comprehensive Plan by amending the land use designation for a 0.28 acre tract
of land on N. 1st St. north of W. Tyler St., and legally described as Tracts 9-
12, Block 85, Town of La Porte Subdivision
Density Residential
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
May 17, 2018
Future Land Use Plan Amendment
Planning and Development Department
Staff Report
ISSUE
Consider a recommendation of approval to the City Council for an amendment to the
Plan as demonstrated in the attached Exhibits A and B.
DISCUSSION
Staff is presenting for consideration in
conjunction with a zone change request on a 0.28 acre tract of land from GC to R-1. The
st
site is currently undeveloped and is located on N. 1 St. north of Tyler St.
Commercial
In order to accommodate the proposed development, the FLUP would need to be
amended Low Density Residential. The FLUP may be amended from
time to time if approved by the City Council, upon recommendation by the Planning and
Zoning Commission. The attached Exhibit A demonstrates the existing land use while
Exhibit B shows the proposed future land use plan.
Section 213.003 of the Texas Local Government Code (LGC) specifies requirements for
Plan, which was adopted as a component of the
Comprehensive Plan. The LGC requires review of the proposed amendment by the
Planning and Zoning Commission and consideration by the City Council. A public hearing
will be scheduled at the time of City Council review.
The Future Land Use Plan identifies the following surrounding land uses (see the
attached Exhibit A):
Land Use Development
bƚƩƷŷ Commercial Office/Warehouse
{ƚǒƷŷ Commercial Vacant
ĻƭƷ Low Density Residential Single Family Homes
9ğƭƷ Commercial Office/Warehouse
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Future Land Use Plan Amendment
RECOMMENDATION
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission desire to recommend approval for zone
change 18-92000005, Land Use Plan should be amended as
described in this item.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Current Future Land Use Plan
Exhibit B: Proposed Future Land Use Plan
2
MADI
SON
CURRENT
FLUP MAP
Zone Change
18-92000005
QJ
DPN
N.1st St.
North of Tyler St.
Legend
CJ
Subject Parcel
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purposes and may not have
been prepared for or be suitable
for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
MES
1 inch = 84 feet
MAY 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
MADI
SON
PROPOSED
FLUP MAP
Zone Change
18-92000005
QJ
DPN
N.1st St.
North of Tyler St.
Legend
CJ
Subject Parcel
MES
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purposes and may not have
been prepared for or be suitable
for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
1 inch = 84 feet
MAY 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Zone Change Request #18-92000004
A request by Louisiana Chemical Equipment Co., L.L.C., applicant
and owner; for approval of a zone change Large Lot District
Residential (LLD) to Light Industrial (LI), for a 6.43 acre tract of land
legally described as Tracts 351 & 352, La Porte Outlots.
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
, 2018
Zone Change 18-92000004
Planning and Development Department
Staff Report
ISSUE
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval to the City Council of
the proposed rezoning of a 6.43 acre tract of land further described as Tracts 351 and
352, La Porte Outlots, situated in the Enoch Brinson Survey, A-5, Harris County, Texas, from
LL, Large Lot Residential, to LI, Light Industrial?
DISCUSSION
Location:
11100 SH 225, south of Highway 225 and east of Miller Cut-Off Road.
:
The property owner Louisiana Chemical Co. LLC has been marketing a portion of its
existing site along SH 225 to other tenants that have greater visibility requirements. In
order to accommodate a new proposed use along SH 225, Louisiana Chemical will need
to relocate a portion of its existing lay down/storage yard to the 6.43 acres of
undeveloped land that it currently owns to the south of their operations.
Background Information:
The subject site proposed to be rezoned is approximately 6.43 acres and is located south
of Highway 225 and east of Miller Cut-Off Road. The attached Exhibit A is an area map
that identifies the subject site.
The legal description of the parcel is: Tracts 351 and 352, La Porte Outlots, situated in the
Enoch Brinson Survey, A-5, Harris County, Texas.
The site is currently zoned LL, Large Lot Residential, and is vacant and wooded. The
F101-80-00 drainage channel runs adjacent to the subject site on the west and the
curves along the south property line of the subject site.
The attached Exhibit B shows the zoning of the subject property and surrounding
properties. The following table summarizes the surrounding zoning and land uses:
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Zoning Land Use
bƚƩƷŷ LI, Light Industrial Louisiana Chemical property
{ƚǒƷŷ LL, Large Lot Residential Existing large lot residential lots at 11201, 11211, and
11223 N. P Street
ĻƭƷ LL, Large Lot Residential
Drive
9ğƭƷ LI, Light Industrial QualaWash Holdings property
The site is currently identified as Large Lot Residential in the Future Land Use Map (see
will need to be amended to identify this site as Large Lot Residential. The previous item
on the agenda represents this request.
Notification Requirements:
Staff finds that the public hearing notification requirements outlined in Section 106-171
were performed in accordance with code provisions, including the following: notice in a
newspaper of general circulation at least 15 days prior to the hearing; written notice
mailed to owners of real property within 200 feet of the site within 10 days of the
hearing and in this case notice was sent to all property owners and residents within the
rezoning area; 4 signs were posted in the area of the rezoning within 15 days of the
hearing. In accordance with state law, notice of the public hearing was also posted at
Analysis:
Analysis:
There are a number of different considerations staff evaluated during the review of this
1.Land Use. The subject site is currently zoned LL, Large Lot Residential, and the
Use Map identifies it as Large Lot Residential. The
applicant seeks to have the subject property rezoned from LL (Large Lot
Residential) to LI (Light Industrial) for the purpose of constructing a lay
down/storage lot. There are a number of physical constraints associated with the
site that warrant consideration for the proposed rezone. The location of the F101-
80-00 drainage channel located parallel to the west and south property line of the
subject site provide a physical constraint that, in effect, limits access to the parcel
to develop as a large lot residential use.
2.Access. Although the subject site is adjacent to a public right-of-way to the west
significant drainage channel. Because of this, access to the site to develop as a
large lot residential use would be costly and very difficult; requiring culverting of
the channel and/or construction of a bridge. Staff finds that access to the
adjacent industrial parcels to the north would be more reasonable.
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3.Utilities. Water and sewer lines are not in the vicinity of the subject site,
therefore requiring extensions of those lines in order for the site to develop
residentially. Since the applicant has direct access to public water and sewer
along Old La Porte Road, they could tie into their existing private systems if
utilities are needed. However, in the case of the proposed lay down/storage
yard, there would be no need for water or sewer utilities.
s Comprehensive Plan identifies a number of items to be
considered prior to making land use decisions. The following table breaks down each
Criterion: Staff Findings:
Ability of infrastructure to support the As proposed the subject site will tie into the existing industrial
permitted use. development to the north and will tie into utilities on those
properties, if required.
Impact on the value and practicality of If approved, staff would recommend that the applicant
the surrounding land uses.
along
with the and the
wooded buffer.
Conformance of a zoning request with
the land use plan. being presented concurrently with this request. The proposed
light industrial use is consistent with the existing uses of
properties immediately adjacent to the north and east of the
subject site.
Character of the surrounding and Rezoning to LI is consistent with the existing LI zoned
adjacent areas. properties to the north and west. Proposed use may have
negative impacts to adjacent residential property to the south
and west.
Suitability of the property for the uses The proposed rezone would be consistent in terms of density
which would be permissible, with surrounding properties to the north and east. The
considering density, access and proposed use is a suitable use for the site. The location of the
circulation, and adequacy of public F-101-80-00 drainage channel adjacent to the west and south
facilities and services. make it difficult for the subject site to develop residentially. P
The extent to which the proposed use The proposed rezoning will not adversely impact the traffic in
designation would adversely affect the the vicinity as access to the site will be from Old La Porte
capacity or safety of that portion of the Road and Highway 225 and through the Louisiana Chemical
road. property.
The extent to which the proposed use The proposed use may have a negative impact regarding
designation would create excessive air noise, air and water pollution to existing large lot residential
pollution, water pollution, noise uses directly adjacent to the proposed site to the south and
pollution, or other environmental harm west.
to adjacent properties.
The gain, if any, to the public health, The proposed rezone does not provide a gain to the public
safety, and welfare of the City. health, safety, and welfare of the City.
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RECOMENDATION
Based on the above analysis, staff is unable to recommend approval to the Planning and
Zoning Commission for the proposed zone change from Large Lot Residential (LLD) to Light
Industrial (LI)
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Aerial Map
Exhibit B: Zoning Map
Exhibit C: Future Land Use (FLUP) Map
Exhibit D: Application Packet
Exhibit E: Comment Sheets
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AERIAL MAP
HOUSTON
Zone Change
MO
NUMENT
18-92000004
SAN JA
CINTO
Louisiana Chemical
LLD to LI
DEAF SMITH
Legend
Subject Parcel
BOIS DARC
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purposes and may not have
been prepared for or be suitable
for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
P
1 inch = 421 feet
APRIL 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
ZONING MAP
HOUSTON
Zone Change
MO
NUMENT
18-92000004
MJ
SAN JA
CINTO
Louisiana Chemical
S.2
LLD to LI
DEAF SMITH
Legend
Subject Parcel
BOIS DARC
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purposes and may not have
been prepared for or be suitable
MME
for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
P
1 inch = 421 feet
APRIL 2018
S.2
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
FLUP MAP
HOUSTON
MES
Zone Change
MO
NUMENT
18-92000004
SAN JA
CINTO
Louisiana Chemical
MJ
LLD to LI
QP
DEAF SMITH
Legend
Subject Parcel
BOIS DARC
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purposes and may not have
been prepared for or be suitable
for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
MM
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
P
1 inch = 421 feet
APRIL 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
City of La Porte, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission
May 17, 2018
AGENDA ITEM 16
Future Land Use Map Amendment #18-92000004
A request by Louisiana Chemical Equipment Co., L.L.C., applicant and owner, for
an amendment to ure Land Use Plan by amending the
land use designation for a 6.43 acre tract of land legally described Tracts 351 &
352, La Porte Outlots Large Lot ResidentialLight Industrial.
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
May 17, 2018
Future Land Use Plan Amendment
Planning and Development Department
Staff Report
ISSUE
Consider a recommendation of approval to the City Council for an amendment to the
Plan as demonstrated in the attached Exhibits A and B.
DISCUSSION
Staff is presenting for consideration an am in
conjunction with a zone change request on a 6.43 acre tract of land legally described as
Tracts 351 & 352, La Porte Outlots.
Large Lot Residential
land use. In order to accommodate the proposed development, the FLUP would need to
be amended Light Industrial. The FLUP may be amended from time to
time if approved by the City Council, upon recommendation by the Planning and Zoning
Commission. The attached Exhibit A demonstrates the existing land use while Exhibit B
shows the proposed future land use plan.
Section 213.003 of the Texas Local Government Code (LGC) specifies requirements for
Plan, which was adopted as a component of the
Comprehensive Plan. The LGC requires review of the proposed amendment by the
Planning and Zoning Commission and consideration by the City Council. A public hearing
will be scheduled at the time of City Council review.
The Future Land Use Plan identifies the following surrounding land uses (see the
attached Exhibit A):
Land Use Development
bƚƩƷŷ Light Industrial Louisiana Chemical Storage Yard
{ƚǒƷŷ Large Lot Residential Single Family Homes
ĻƭƷ Large Lot Residential Single Family Homes
9ğƭƷ Light Industrial Truck Yard
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Future Land Use Plan Amendment
RECOMMENDATION
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission desire to recommend approval for zone
change 18-92000004,
described in this item.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Current Future Land Use Plan
Exhibit B: Proposed Future Land Use Plan
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CURRENT
HOUSTON
FLUP MAP
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APRIL 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PROPOSED
HOUSTON
FLUP MAP
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property boundaries
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1 inch = 421 feet
APRIL 2018
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Special Conditional Use Permit #18-91000004
A request by Tracy Talent Lacombe, applicant; on behalf of Victor
Ybarra, owner; to allow for a Specialty Trade Contractor (NAICS
238990), to locate on a 0.22 acre tract of land legally described as
Lots 3-5, Block 789, Town of La Porte Subdivision
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Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting
May 17, 2018
SCUP 18-91000004
Planning and Development Department
Staff Report
ISSUE
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of a SCUP to allow
for a Specialty Trade Contractor (NAICS 238990), to locate on a 0.22 acre tract of land
legally described as Lots 3-5, Block 789, Town of La Porte Subdivision?
DISCUSSION
Location:
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The subject site is located at 405 S. 16 St.
Background Information:
The property is currently occupied by a 2000 square foot office warehouse building,
constructed in 1965. The current tenant, Laramie Crane, has been in the building since
2012 but never obtained the proper zoning permits to legally occupy the site. The
existing use, crane rental with operator, is classified under Specialty Trade Contractors,
and requires approval of a Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) to operate within the
GC zoning district.
The attached Exhibit B shows the zoning of the subject property and surrounding
properties. The following table summarizes the surrounding zoning and land uses:
Zoning Land Use
bƚƩƷŷ GC, General Commercial Undeveloped
{ƚǒƷŷ GC, General Commercial Undeveloped
ĻƭƷ LI, Light Industrial Office/Warehouse
9ğƭƷ R-2, Mid-Density ResidentialUndeveloped
Notification Requirements:
Staff finds that the public hearing notification requirements outlined in Section 106-171
were performed in accordance with code provisions, including the following: notice in a
newspaper of general circulation at least 15 days prior to the hearing; written notice
mailed to owners of real property within 200 feet of the site within 10 days of the
hearing and in this case notice was sent to all property owners and residents within the
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rezoning area; 4 signs were posted in the area of the rezoning within 15 days of the
hearing. In accordance with state law, notice of the public hearing was also posted at
Analysis:
There are a number of different considerations staff evaluated during the review of this
Land Use. The existing business is a fit with the surrounding
neighborhood and would have minimal impact to adjacent properties.
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Access. There is sufficient existing right-of-way access along S. 16 St.
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Utilities. Water and Sewer services are available along S. 16 St.
considered prior to making land use decisions. The following table breaks down each
Criterion: Staff Findings:
Ability of infrastructure to support the Existing infrastructure in the area is sufficient to support the
permitted use. proposed use.
Impact on the value and practicality of Proposed use is consistent with other commercial/industrial
the surrounding land uses. uses in the area and could serve as a buffer to adjacent
commercial and residential property.
Conformance of a zoning request with The proposed SCUP will be in conformance with the future
the land use plan. land use plan.
Character of the surrounding and The proposed SCUP is for an existing use that has been
adjacent areas. operating for a number of years. No changes are anticipated
at this time.
Suitability of the property for the uses The site is an adequate location for the existing use.
which would be permissible,
considering density, access and
circulation, and adequacy of public
facilities and services.
The extent to which the proposed use The proposed SCUP would have no impact on existing
designation would adversely affect the operations as they are today.
capacity or safety of that portion of the
road.
The extent to which the proposed use The proposed SCUP will not create any additional excessive
designation would create excessive air air pollution or other negative environmental issues.
pollution, water pollution, noise
pollution, or other environmental harm
to adjacent properties.
The gain, if any, to the public health, None identified.
safety, and welfare of the City.
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RECOMENDATION
Based on the above analysis, staff recommends that the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommend approval of the proposed SCUP to allow for Specialty Trade
Contractor in the GC Zoning District.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Aerial Map
Exhibit B: Zoning Map
Exhibit C: FLUP Map
Exhibit D: Proposed SCUP
Exhibit E: Application
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AERIAL MAP
SCUP
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18-91000004
405 S. 16th St.
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Subject Parcel
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for legal purposes. It does not
represent an on-the-ground
survey and represents only the
approximate relative location of
property boundaries
1 inch = 84 feet
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
ZONING MAP
SCUP
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18-91000004
405 S. 16th St.
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Subject Parcel
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approximate relative location of
property boundaries
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
FLUP MAP
SCUP
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18-91000004
405 S. 16th St.
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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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