HomeMy WebLinkAbout4-15-21 Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning CommissionHAL LAWLER
Chairman
DONNA O'CONNER
Commissioner At Large A
JOE MOCK
Commissioner At Large B
NOLAN ALLEN
Commissioner District 1
RICHARD WARREN
Commissioner District 2
Vice Chairman
JAMES WALTER
Commissioner District 3
MARK FOLLIS
Commissioner District 4
LOU ANN MARTIN
Commissioner District 5
CHRISTINA TSCHAPPAT
Commissioner District 6
LA PORTE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA
THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2021
REGULAR SESSION 6 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
LA PORTE CITY HALL, 604 WEST FAIRMONT PARKWAY, LA PORTE, TEXAS, 77571
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
3. PUBLIC COMMENT (Generally limited to five (5) minutes per person; in accordance with state law,
the time may be reduced if there is a high number of speakers or other considerations.)
4. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE MEETING MINUTES:
a. Approve the minutes of the meeting held on March 18, 2021.
5. ZONE CHANGE REQUEST #21-92000001: Open a public hearing on Zone Change Request #21-
92000001, a request by Raj Shafaii of Shafaii Investments Ltd., applicant and owner; for approval of a
zone change from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (R-2), on a 2.1 acre tract of
land located at the northwest corner of E. Main St. and S. Utah St.; legally described as Lots 1-27, Block
184, Town of La Porte, Harris County, Texas.
a. Staff Presentation
b. Applicant Presentation
c. Public Comments (Limited to 5 minutes per person)
d. Question and Answer
6. ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING
7. CONSIDERATION: Consider approval or other action on Residential Replat #21-92000001.
8. 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 2.1 acre tract of land located at the northwest corner of E. Main
St. and S. Utah St.; legally described as Lots 1-27, Block 184, Town of La Porte, Harris County, Texas,
from "Commercial' to "Mid -High Density Residential."
9. ZONE CHANGE REQUEST #21-92000002: Open a public hearing on Zone Change Request #21-
92000002, a request by Brad Sweitzer of EHRA Engineering, applicant; on behalf of Aptim Facilities Inc.,
owner; for approval of a zone change from General Commercial (GC) and Large Lot Residential (LLD) to
Planned Unit Development (PUD), on a 21.29 acre tract of land located at 1241 Underwood Rd.; legally
described as Lots 367, 368. 369, & 370, La Porte Outlots, Harris County, Texas.
a. Staff Presentation
b. Applicant Presentation
c. Public Comments (Limited to 5 minutes per person)
d. Question and Answer
10. ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING
11. CONSIDERATION: Consider approval or other action on Residential Replat #21-92000002.
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 21.29 acre tract of land located at 1241 Underwood Rd.; legally
described as Lots 367, 368. 369, & 370, La Porte Outlots, Harris County, Texas, La Porte Subdivision,
from "Large Lot District" to "Light Industrial."
13. SCUP REQUEST #21-91000001: Open a public hearing on Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP)
#21-91000001 Brad Sweitzer of EFRA Engineering, applicant; on behalf of Aptim Facilities Inc., owner;
for approval of a SCUP to allow for an industrial trucking use, on a 21.29 acre tract of land located at
1241 Underwood Rd.; legally described as a Lots 367, 368, 369, and 370, La Porte Outlots, Harris
County, Texas.
a. Staff Presentation
b. Applicant Presentation
c. Public Comments (Limited to 5 minutes per person)
d. Question and Answer
14. ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING
15. CONSIDERATION: Consider approval or other action on SCUP Request #21-91000001.
16. DISCUSSION ITEMS
a. Proposed industrial development near P St. and Sens Rd.
b. Proposed Senior Development on McCabe Rd.
17. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
18. COMMISSION COMMENTS on matters appearing on the agenda or inquiry of staff regarding
specific factual information or existing policy.
19. 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.
Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or
services are requested to contact the City Secretary's office (281-470-5021) two (2) working days
prior to the meeting for appropriate arrangement.
Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.127, on a regular, non -emergency basis, members may
attend and participate in the meeting remotely by video conference. Should that occur, a quorum of the
members willbe physically present at the location noted above on this agenda.
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that a copy of the April 15, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission agenda was posted
on the City Hall bulletin board, a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public at all times,
and to the City's website, LaPorteTX.gov, in compliance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code.
Title: City Planner
DATE OF POSTING 04.12.2021
TIME OF POSTING 2,45 PM
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City of La Porte, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission
April 15, 2021
AGENDA ITEM 4
Consider approval of the Meeting Minutes:
a. March 18, 2021
Ian C/owes, City Planner
Planning and Development Department
City of La Porte Texas
HAL LAWLER
Chairman
DONNA O'CONNER
Commissioner At Large A
JOE MOCK
Commissioner At Large B
NOLAN ALLEN
Commissioner District 1
RICHARD WARREN
Commissioner District 2
Vice Chairman
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
LA PORTE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MARCH 18, 2021
JAMES WALTER
Commissioner District 3
MARK FOLLIS
Commissioner District 4
LOU ANN MARTIN
Commissioner District 5
CHRISTINA TSCHAPPAT
Commissioner District
The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of La Porte met in a regular meeting on Thursday, March 18,
2021, at the City Hall Council Chambers, 604 West Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, Texas, at 6:00 p.m., with the
following in attendance:
Commissioners present: Joe Mock, Nolan Allen, Richard Warren, Donna O'Conner, Mark Follis, James Walter,
Christina Tschappat (In -person). Chairman Lawler and Lou Ann Martin (Remotely).
Commissioners absent: None
City Staff present: Ian Clowes, City Planner, Chase Stewart, Planning Technician, and Clark Askins, Assistant City
Attorney
1. CALL TO ORDER —Commissioner Warren called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS: —All members were present for this meeting, whether in -person or remotely.
3. CITIZEN COMMENT (Generally limited to five minutes per person; in accordance with state law, the time maybe
reduced if there is a high number of speakers or other considerations.)
No Comment.
4. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF THE MEETING MINUTES:
a. Approve the minutes of the meeting held on November 19, 2020.
Commissioner Tschappat moved to approve the meeting minutes; the motion was adopted, 9-0.
5. REPLAT #20-97000007: Open a public hearing on a request for approval of Residential Replat #20-97000007 by
Charles Anders of Bayway Homes Inc. for the proposed Sylvan Beach Enclave Section 2, a 2.55 acre replat located
at the 1300 block of South Broadway St. and legally described as all of Block 1159, of The Town of La Porte, a
Subdivision recorded in Volume 60, Page 112, of the Deed Records of Harris County, La Porte, Texas.
City Planner Ian Clowes presented the replat and provided background information.
6. ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING: 6:08 PM
Commissioner Follis moved to approve the Replat of Sylvan Beach Enclave Section 2; the motion was adopted,
9-0.
7. SCUP REQUEST #20-91000003: Open a public hearing on a request for approval of SpecialConditional
Use Permit (SCUP) #20-91000003 by Alan Mueller of Gromax Development, the applicant, on behalf of 92
Fairmont Lakes Inc., the owner, to allow for a mixed use development to locate on a 56.7 acre tract of land
situated at the northeast corner of Wharton Weems Blvd. and SH 146, and legally described as Lots 1-33,
Block 1267, La Porte Subdivision, Tract 1 M, Abstract 35, J Hunter Survey, and Tracts 5 & 5L, Abstract 30, W.P.
Harris Survey, Harris County, La Porte, TX
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City Planner Ian Clowes presented the SCUP and provided background information. Staff went over the
proposed conditions of approval.
Applicant Paul Groman went over their list of concerns with the proposed conditions.
Commission, applicant, and staff went over a number of possible amendments to the proposed conditions.
8. ADJOURN PUBLIC HEARING: 7:28 PM
Commissioner Follis moved to recommend approval of SCUP request #20-91000001 with the amended list of
conditions; the motion was adopted, 8-1, Commissioner O'Conner was the dissenting vote.
9. ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
The commission elected Nolan Allen to fill the vacant Secretary position.
10. DISCUSSION ITEM:
a. Proposed amendments to the Port Crossing Development Agreement.
Staff introduced the commission to a possible project within Port Crossing that would require amendments to
the SCUP regarding building height and aesthetics. The commission indicated that they were open to the
idea of amending the SCUP and encouraged the applicant to bring forward a more complete proposal.
b. Proposed industrial development near P St. and Sens Rd.
Staff discussed with the commission the possibility of extending the truck route to include Sens Rd. north of P
St. This would be in conjunction with a newly proposed industrial development. The commission was not
interested in extending the truck route in this area.
c. Discussion on possible amendments to the official zoning map.
Staff reintroduced the topic and explained how Commissioner Follis had requested this item. The commission
suggested forming a subcommittee to discuss in more detail.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT:
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ADJOURN: Without objection, the meeting adjourned at 8:23 PM.
Hal Lawler, Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman
Chase Stewart, Planning Technician
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City of La Porte, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission
April 15, 2021
AGENDA ITEMS 5-7
Zone Change Request #21-92000001
A request by Raj Shafaii of Shafaii Investments Ltd., applicant and
owner; for approval of a zone change from General Commercial
(GC) to Medium Density Residential (R-2), on a 2.1 acre tract of
land located at the northwest corner of E. Main St. and S. Utah St.;
legally described as Lots 1-27, Block 184, Town of La Porte, Harris
County, Texas.
Ian C/owes, City Planner
Planning and Development Department
City of La Porte, Texas
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DISCUSSION
Location:
The subject site is located at the northwest corner of E. Main St. and S. Utah St.
Background Information:
The property is currently undeveloped. The applicant would like to develop the site for a
residential duplex development consisting of 14 individual buildings containing a total of
28 units. In order to allow the proposed development, the applicant is seeking a zone
change from General Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (R-2).
The applicant is in the process of requesting abandonment of a portion of alley that runs
east to west through the property. They are also seeking to extend the north/south alley
which will be utilized for access. The applicant has purchased the former Kansas St. right-
of-way from Union Pacific and plans to construct an extension of Kansas St. as a public
road.
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
North
R-2, Medium Density Residential
Undeveloped
South
GC, General Commercial
Tow Lot
West
MS, Main Street
Former Antique Shop
East
GC, General Commercial
Boat and RV Storage
The site is currently identified as Commercial in the Future Land Use Map. The current
future land use designation would need to be amended and changed to Mid -High Density
Residential in order to facilitate this zone change 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;
signs were posted in the area of the rezoning within 10 days of the hearing. In accordance
with state law, notice of the public hearing was also posted at City Hall and on the City's
website.
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Analysis:
There are a number of different considerations staff evaluated during the review of this
application. The following describes staff's analysis of those considerations:
1. Land Use. Staff finds that allowing for a duplex development on this site would not
be consistent with the development patterns in the area.
2. Access. There is sufficient existing right-of-way access along E. Main St, S. Utah
St. and the future Kansas St.
3. Utilities. Water and sewer services are available along S. Utah St. and would need
to be extended to the property.
Additionally, the City's Comprehensive Plan identifies a number of items to be considered
prior to making land use decisions. The following table breaks down each item and staff's
finding:
Criterion:
Staff Findings:
Ability of infrastructure to support the
Existing infrastructure in the area is sufficient to support
permitted use.
the proposed use.
Impact on the value and practicality
Proposed zone change would be consistent with the
of the surrounding land uses.
zoning of the adjacent property to the north.
Conformance of a zoning request
The proposed zone change is not in conformance with the
with the land use plan.
future land use plan.
Character of the surrounding and
The proposed zone change to Medium Density
adjacent areas.
Residential would not be consistent with current zoning
along this section of E. Main.
Suitability of the property for the uses
Development of the proposed site for residential uses
which would be permissible,
would be suitable for this site but would not meet the
considering density, access and
character of the surrounding neighborhood.
circulation, and adequacy of public
facilities and services.
The extent to which the proposed
The proposed zone change will have minimal impact on
use designation would adversely
the traffic along E. Main St.
affect the capacity or safety of that
portion of the road.
The extent to which the proposed
The proposed development should not have a significant
use designation would create
negative impact on the surrounding areas.
excessive air pollution, water
pollution, noise pollution, or other
environmental harm to adjacent
properties.
The gain, if any, to the public health,
No specific gain has been identified.
safety, and welfare of the City.
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RECOMENDATION
Based on the above analysis, staff recommends the Planning and Zoning
Commission consider the proposed zone change from General Commercial (GC)
to Medium Density Residential (R-2).
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Area Map
Exhibit B: Zoning Map
Exhibit C: Land Use Map
Exhibit D: Application
Zone Change Application
Planning and Development Department
PROJECT III NFORM
ATION
Address where zone change is being requested: 0 East Main, St. (2.1 acr ' es Between N Kansas & N Utah)
Legal description where zone change is being requested: LTS 1 THRU 27 BILK 184 MAP-965 PAR-202
HCAD Parcel Number where zone change is being requested: O'232570840001
Zoning District: 4 Lot area:
A request for approval of a zone change is hereby made to the City ofLa Porte.
Description of Request; Rquesting to rezone from commercial to residential.
Attached hereto is a Project Description Letter describing the project and outlining the reasons why such SCUP should be, approved.
Name: Raj Shafaii
Company (if applicable); Shafaii Investments Ltd.
Address: 3807 River Oaks Dr.
Ci
ty: Pasadena TX
City: State: Zip:
Phone: 832-620-3377 Email: RaigShafaii.com
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Company (if applicable):
Address:
City: State:
Phone: Email:
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I hereby depose and state under the penalties of perjury that ail statements, proposals and/or plans submitted with/or contained in
this application are true and cct aW the application is complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Agent's Signatures 0—�o _Z" ku— Date: 1/25/2021
Owner(s)' Signature(s): Date:
STAFF USE ONLY.
Case Number:,
Date Application Received:
January 23, 2021
City of La Porte
Planning and Zoning Commission
Ref. 0East Main St. (Between N Kansas & N Utah)
Dear Mr.. Hal Lawler, Chairman and board membera.
We respectfully request your consideration in changing the zone from commercial to residential for the above
referenced property.
This 2.1 acre parcel is located at North of East Main Street, between North Utah Street and the continuation of
North Kansas Street.
We propose to pave North Kansas street at our expense, dedicating it to the City of La Porte to maintain.
Additionally, we will bring utilities to the site, seeking contribution from the City. We will build 28 single
family two floor houses for sales. Each house will be 3 bedrooms, 2 bath and approximately 1700 SF. Every two
houses will share a common fire wall, roof and foundation. They will be competitively priced with other similar
developments in La Porte.
We hope that you agree that our proposed development is a necessary component of La Port Historic District's
continued success. An increase in the number of residents within walking distance or a short drive of downtown
shops and businesses means a larger customer 'base. These customers will likely bring with them healthy
disposable income.
This is exactly the type of residential development we need on an undeveloped, ruder - utilized property. It will
be attractive and consistent with the scale of the surrounding propel -ties.
We are very proud of our proposed development close to La Forte historic downtown and believe this to bring
additional positive development trends to the area.
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xafa ' Investments Ltd.
Raj Shafaii
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(80M feet wide) and Eitst B Street (80.00 1'ect wide). Said 2,0956-acre tract being more paiticularly
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"SURVEY 1 11 in the northeast right-of-way line of said East B Street for the southeast corner of the said
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THENCE South 621145'00" West, along the northeast right-of-way line said Fast B Street, a distance of
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"SURVEY I " for the most northerly northwest corner of the said tract herein described;
THENCE East, along the centerline of said East Adam Street, a distance of 100,98 feet to a set 1/2-inch,
iron rod with cap marked "SURVEY V in the intersection of the northeast line of Polk Street (right-of-
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Planning and Zoning Commission
April 15, 2021
AGENDA ITEM 8
Future Land Use Map Amendment #21-92000001
A request to amend the City of La Porte's Future Land Use Plan by
amending the land use designation for a 2.1 acre tract of land legally
described as Lots 1-27, Block 184, Town of La Porte, Harris County,
Texas, from "Commercial" to "Mid -High Density Residential".
Ian C/owes, City Planner
Planning and Development Department
City of La Porte, Texas
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DISCUSSION
Staff is presenting for consideration an amendment to the city's Future Land Use Plan in
conjunction with a zone change request on a 2.1 acre tract of land from General
Commercial (GC) to Medium Density Residential (R-2). The site is currently undeveloped
and is located at the northwest corner of E. Main St. and S. Utah St.
The city's Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) identifies this property as "Commercial" land use.
In order to accommodate the proposed development, the FLUP would need to be
amended to allow for "Mid -High Density Residential" use. 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 shows the proposed future land use plan.
Section 213.003 of the Texas Local Government Code (LGC) specifies requirements for
amending the city's Future Land Use 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
North
Mid -High Density Residential
Undeveloped
South
Commercial
Tow Lot
West
Main Street
Former Antique Shop
East
Commercial
Boat and RV Storage
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RECOMMENDATION
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission desire to recommend approval for zone
change 21-92000001. then the cib/o Future Land Use Plan should be amended as
described in this item.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Current Future Land Use Plan
ExhibitB: Proposed Future Land Use Plan
City of La Porte, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission
April 15, 2021
AGENDA ITEMS 9-11
Zone Change Request #21-92000002
A request by Brad Sweitzer of EHRA Engineering, applicant; on
behalf of Aptim Facilities Inc., owner; for approval of a zone change
from General Commercial (GC) and Large Lot Residential (LLD) to
Planned Unit Development (PUD), on a 21.29 acre tract of land
located at 1241 Underwood Rd.; legally described as Lots 367,
368. 369, & 370, La Porte Outlots, Harris County, Texas.
Ian C/owes, City Planner
Planning and Development Department
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DISCUSSION
Location:
The subject site is located at 1241 Underwood Rd.
Background Information:
The property is currently developed with a number of office and industrial buildings located
near the front of the property, with the majority of the rear portion of the property remaining
vacant. The applicant would like to utilize the site for an industrial trucking terminal. In
order to allow the proposed use, the applicant is seeking a zone change from General
Commercial (GC) and Large Lot Residential (LLD) to Planned Unit Development (PUD).
They will also be seeking approval of a Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) that would
grant approval of the proposed use.
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
North
GC, General Commercial/ LLD,
Large Lot District
Undeveloped
South
GC, General Commercial/ LLD,
Large Lot District
Commercial/Residential
West
Deer Park
Deer Park City Limits
East
GC, General Commercial
Residential
The site is currently identified as Large Lot Residential in the Future Land Use Map. The
current future land use designation would need to be amended and changed to Light
Industrial in order to facilitate this zone change 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
signs were posted in the area of the rezoning within 10 days of the hearing. In accordance
with state law, notice of the public hearing was also posted at City Hall and on the City's
website.
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Analysis:
There are a number of different considerations staff evaluated during the review of this
application. The following describes staff's analysis of those considerations:
1. Land Use. Staff finds that allowing for an industrial trucking terminal use on this
site would not be consistent with the development patterns in the area.
2. Access. There is sufficient existing right-of-way access along Underwood Rd.
3. Utilities. The site is already connected to existing water and sewer services located
along Underwood Rd.
Additionally, the City's Comprehensive Plan identifies a number of items to be considered
prior to making land use decisions. The following table breaks down each item and staff's
finding:
Criterion:
Staff Findings:
Ability of infrastructure to support the
Existing infrastructure in the area is sufficient to support
permitted use.
the proposed use.
Impact on the value and practicality
Proposed zone change would not be consistent with
of the surrounding land uses.
adjacent properties.
Conformance of a zoning request
The proposed zone change will not be in conformance
with the land use plan.
with the future land use plan.
Character of the surrounding and
The proposed zone change to PUD with an industrial
adjacent areas.
trucking terminal use would not be consistent with current
zoning along this section of Underwood Rd.
Suitability of the property for the uses
Development of the proposed site for trucking uses could
which would be permissible,
be suitable for this site but would not meet the character
considering density, access and
of the surrounding large lot residential neighborhood.
circulation, and adequacy of public
facilities and services.
The extent to which the proposed
The proposed zone change will have a significant impact
use designation would adversely
on the traffic along Underwood Rd.
affect the capacity or safety of that
portion of the road.
The extent to which the proposed
The proposed trucking terminal use has the potential a
use designation would create
number of negative impacts to the surrounding
excessive air pollution, water
environment, especially noise, air, and light pollution.
pollution, noise pollution, or other
environmental harm to adjacent
properties.
The gain, if any, to the public health,
No specific gain has been identified.
safety, and welfare of the City.
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RECOMENDATION
Based on the above analysis, staff recommends the Planning and Zoning
Commission consider the proposed zone change from General Commercial (GC)
and Large Lot Residential (LLD) to Planned Unit Development (PUD).
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Area Map
Exhibit B: Zoning Map
Exhibit C: Land Use Map
Exhibit D: Application
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Zone Change Application
Planning and Development Department
PROJECT INFORMATION
Address where zone change is being requested:1241 Underwood Road
Lots 367, 366, 369, and 370 of La Porte Outi ts, according to a map or plat thereof recorded in Vol 61, Pg. 374 of the narris county Deed Records
Legal description where zone change is being requested.;
HCAD Parcel Number where zone change is being requested: 0231390000369
Zoning Otstr°ictV, General Commercial and Large Lot Residential Lot area. 21.29 acres
A request for approval of a zone change is hereby made to the City of La Porte,
A request to rezone the subject property from "General Commercial" and "Large Lot Residential' to "Planned Unit Development" (PUD). Subject property
Description of Request::
is currently used as a pipe fabrication facility. Our proposal is to convert the site to a trucking facility. Because "trucking" is not an allowed land use in the current zones, we are
proposing a PUD with "General Commercial' as the base zoning. A SCUP is also being submitted that requests "trucking" as an approved land use within the new PUD
Attached hereto is a Project Description Letter describing the project and outlining the reasons why such SCUP should be approved,
" 100OPEOTY OWNEaljs)' INFORNI�tiTIt3N
Name,• ADtM E r 'li i s I r
Company (if applicable):
Address: 4171 Essen !arse
city: Baton Rouge State: LA zip:, 70809
Phone: 225-932-2500 Email: bradley.lowe@aptim.com
AUTHORIZED AGENT (If'oathler th4n.o,wner)
Name: Brad Sweitzer
Company (if applicable): EHRA Engineering
Address:10011 Meadowglen Lane
City: Houston State:, TX Zip. 77064
Phone: 713-784-4500 Email: bsweitzer@ehrainc.com
OWNER(5),& AGENT CERTIFICATION
I hereby depose and state under the penalties of perjury that all statements, proposals and/or plans submitted with/or contained in
this application are true and correct and the application is complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Agent's Signature:
Owner(s)' Signature(s): 4 Q
STAFF USE ONLY:
Case Number:
Date: 3
Date: 3.16.2021
Date Application Received:
March 18, 2021
Ms. Teresa Evans
Planning Director
City of La Porte
604 W. Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, TX 77571
Re: 1241 Underwood Road Rezoning
On behalf of APTIM Facilities Incorporated (the current property owner) and Clark Freight Lines Incorporated
(the prospective buyer), I request a zoning change for the property located at 1241 Underwood Road. Current
zoning is "General Commercial" and "Large Lot Residential"; proposed zoning is "Planned Unit Development". I
am also requesting a Special Conditional Use Permit for the subject tract that would permit a trucking facility.
Development near the subject tract along Underwood Road can generally be described as light industrial and
commercial. The subject tract is bounded by undeveloped land to the north, commercial development to the
south, and large lot residential to the east. The site itself has been used as a pipe fabrication facility with
associated trucking since the mid-1970's. In recent years the property was downzoned to "General Commercial"
on the frontage (the western 700' of the tract) and "Large Lot Residential" to the rear (the eastern 1,200' of the
tract).
Clark Freight Lines Incorporated is a locally owned business based in La Porte, and the owner, David Schnautz,
is a La Porte citizen who resides nearby. Clark Freight Lines would like to purchase the property for use as a
trucking facility. However, a trucking facility is not an approved land use within either the "General Commercial"
or "Large Lot Residential" zones. Despite the current zoning which would prohibit this change from occurring, a
trucking land use would be appropriate as the current site is already used for light industrial purposes and no
significant site plan changes are being proposed. Additionally, the City has designated Underwood Road as a
"high frequency truck route".
In summary, our proposal is to 1) change the zoning for the subject tract to "Planned Unit Development" with a
base zoning of "General Commercial", and 2) request a Special Conditional Use Permit to allow for "Trucking"
(NAICS Subsector Code 484) as a permitted land use within the new Planned Unit Development.
If there are any questions at all, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,
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Brad Sweitzer, AICP, PLA
Senior Planner
City of La Porte, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission
April 15, 2021
AGENDA ITEM 72
Future Land Use Map Amendment #21-92000002
A request to amend the City of La Porte's Future Land Use Plan by
amending the land use designation for a 21.29 acre tract of land legally
described as Lots 367, 368. 369, & 370, La Porte Outlots, Harris County,
Texas, from "Large Lot District" to "Light Industrial".
Ian C/owes, City Planner
Planning and Development Department
City of La Porte, Texas
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DISCUSSION
Staff is presenting for consideration an amendment to the city's Future Land Use Plan in
conjunction with a zone change request on a 21.29 acre tract of land from General
Commercial (GC) and Large Lot Residential (LLD) to Planned Unit Development (PUD).
The site is currently developed and is located at the 1241 Underwood Rd.
The city's Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) identifies this property as "Large Lot District" land
use. In order to accommodate the proposed use, the FLUP would need to be amended to
allow for "Light Industrial" use. 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 shows the proposed
future land use plan.
Section 213.003 of the Texas Local Government Code (LGC) specifies requirements for
amending the city's Future Land Use 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
North
Commercial/Large Lot District
Undeveloped
South
Commercial/Large Lot District
Residential
West
Deer Park City Limits
Commercial
East
Large Lot District
Residential
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RECOMMENDATION
Should the Planning and Zoning Commission desire to recommend approval for zone
change 21-92000002. then the cib/o Future Land Use Plan should be amended as
described in this item.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Current Future Land Use Plan
ExhibitB: Proposed Future Land Use Plan
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Special Conditional Use Permit Application
Planning and Development Department
PROJECT INFORMATION
Address where SCUP is being requested„„ 1241 Underwood Road
Lots 367, 368, 369, and 370 of La Pone Oulbls, according to a map or plat thereof recorded in Vol. 61, Pg�. 374 of the Harris County Deed Records
Legal description where SCUP is being requested:
HCAD Parcel Number where SCUP is being requested, 0231390000369
Zoning District: General Commercial and Large Lot Residential Lot area: 21.29 acres
A request for approval of a Special Conditional Use Permit is hereby made to the City of La Porte.
A separate request has been made to rezone the subject property from "General Commercial" and "Large Lot Residential' to "Planned Unit Development' (PUD).
Description of Request:
The PUD is proposed to have a base zoning of "General Commercial'. The SCUP request is to permit "trucking" (NAICS Subsector Code 484) as an approved land use within this new PUD.
Attached hereto is a Project Description Letter describing the project and outlining the reasons why such SCUP should be approved.
iPROPEiRTY OWNERS) INFORMATION
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Company (if applicable):
Address: 4171 Essen Lane
Phone,• ]( bradley lowe4aptim COM
AUTHORIZED AGENT If other than owner)?
Name: Brad Sweitzer
Company (if applicable): EHRA Engineering
Address:10011 Meadowglen Lane
City: Houston State: TX Zip:', 77042
Phone: 713-784-4500 Email: bsweitzer@ehrainc.com
OWNER(S) i& AGENT CERTIFICATION
hereby depose and state under the penalties of perjury that all statements, proposals and/or plans submitted with/or contained in
this application are true and correct and the application is complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Agent's Signature:
Owner(s)' Signature(s):
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STAFF USE ONLY:
Case Number:
Date: '3/ C Vz (
Date: 3.16.2021
Date Application Received:.
March 18, 2021
Ms. Teresa Evans
Planning Director
City of La Porte
604 W. Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, TX 77571
Re: 1241 Underwood Road Rezoning
On behalf of APTIM Facilities Incorporated (the current property owner) and Clark Freight Lines Incorporated
(the prospective buyer), I request a zoning change for the property located at 1241 Underwood Road. Current
zoning is "General Commercial" and "Large Lot Residential"; proposed zoning is "Planned Unit Development". I
am also requesting a Special Conditional Use Permit for the subject tract that would permit a trucking facility.
Development near the subject tract along Underwood Road can generally be described as light industrial and
commercial. The subject tract is bounded by undeveloped land to the north, commercial development to the
south, and large lot residential to the east. The site itself has been used as a pipe fabrication facility with
associated trucking since the mid-1970's. In recent years the property was downzoned to "General Commercial"
on the frontage (the western 700' of the tract) and "Large Lot Residential" to the rear (the eastern 1,200' of the
tract).
Clark Freight Lines Incorporated is a locally owned business based in La Porte, and the owner, David Schnautz,
is a La Porte citizen who resides nearby. Clark Freight Lines would like to purchase the property for use as a
trucking facility. However, a trucking facility is not an approved land use within either the "General Commercial"
or "Large Lot Residential" zones. Despite the current zoning which would prohibit this change from occurring, a
trucking land use would be appropriate as the current site is already used for light industrial purposes and no
significant site plan changes are being proposed. Additionally, the City has designated Underwood Road as a
"high frequency truck route".
In summary, our proposal is to 1) change the zoning for the subject tract to "Planned Unit Development" with a
base zoning of "General Commercial", and 2) request a Special Conditional Use Permit to allow for "Trucking"
(NAICS Subsector Code 484) as a permitted land use within the new Planned Unit Development.
If there are any questions at all, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,
r
Brad Sweitzer, AICP, PLA
Senior Planner
City of La Porte, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission
April 15, 2021
AGENDA ITEM 16
Discussion Item:
a. Proposed industrial development near P St. and
Sens Rd.
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Planning and Development Department
City of La Porte Texas
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This Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) is applicable for the subject property, a copy of
which shall be maintained in the files of the City's Planning and Development Department upon
approval. Project development shall be in accordance with the following conditions:
All uses permitted in the City of La Porte Zoning Ordinance Use Chart under LI (Sec. 106-
310, Table A "Commercial and Industrial Uses" of the City of La Porte Code of Ordinances)
as may be amended from time to time including any uses required to be located adjacent to
a high frequency truck route.
2. Maximum lot coverage shall comply with Sec. 106-522, Table A "Industrial Area
Requirements" for LI uses. 3.2. The Total square footage of any single building footprint
shall note exceed 750,000 square feet.
3. All surfaces on site intended for parking, drive aisles, or outside storage must be paved with
either asphalt or concrete.
4. The following uses/activities shall NOT be permitted on the property:
a. Shipping/tank containers, equipment or raw materials stored "off chassis"
overnight anywhere on the property unless properly screened.
b. Stacking of shipping/tank containers anywhere on the property unless properly
screened.
5. The requirements for development will be in accordance with Sec 106-522, Table A
"Industrial Area Requirements", of the City of La Porte Code of Ordinances, as may be
amended from time to time.
6. The building facade of the building erected on the property will comply with the Tier 3
design guideline requirements of Sec.106-925 of the City of La Porte Code of Ordinances.
7. The truck docks will be designed such that they are screened from view from Hwy 225.
8. The development will meet all guidelines and permitting requirements of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of La Porte in effect as of the date of permitting, including all set back
requirements.
9. All driving surfaces will be dust free in accordance with City of La Porte Code of Ordinances.
10. On site detention will be provided.
This Special Conditional Use Permit (SCUP) is applicable for the subject property, a copy of
which shall be maintained in the files of the City's Planning and Development Department upon
approval. Project development shall be in accordance with the following conditions:
All uses permitted in the City of La Porte Zoning Ordinance Use Chart under BI and LI (Sec.
106-310, Table A "Commercial and Industrial Uses" of the City of La Porte Code of
Ordinances) as may be amended from time to time, are permitted with the exception of any
uses required to be located adjacent to a high frequency truck route.
2. Maximum lot coverage shall comply with Sec. 106-522, Table A "Industrial Area
Requirements" for BI uses. Total square footage of any single building footprint shall not
exceed 451,200 square feet.
3. All surfaces on site intended for parking, drive aisles, or outside storage must be paved with
either asphalt or concrete.
4. The following uses/activities shall NOT be permitted on the property:
a. Shipping/tank containers, equipment or raw materials stored "off chassis"
overnight anywhere on the property unless properly screened.
b. Stacking of shipping/tank containers anywhere on the property unless properly
screened.
C. Uses required to be located adjacent to a high frequency truck route.
5. The requirements for development will be in accordance with Sec 106-522, Table A
"Industrial Area Requirements", of the City of La Porte Code of Ordinances, as may be
amended from time to time.
6. The building facade of the building erected on the property will comply with the Tier 3
design guideline requirements of Sec.106-925 of the City of La Porte Code of Ordinances.
7. The front of the building will face 16th Street.
8. The truck docks will be designed such that they are screened from view from Sens Road.
9. The development will meet all guidelines and permitting requirements of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of La Porte in effect as of the date of permitting, including all set back
requirements.
10. All driving surfaces will be dust free in accordance with City of La Porte Code of Ordinances.
11. On site detention will be provided.
City of La Porte, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission
April 15, 2021
AGENDA ITEM 16
Discussion Item-
b. Proposed Senior Development on McCabe Rd.
Ian C/owes, City Planner
Planning and Development Department
City of La Porte Texas
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