HomeMy WebLinkAbout20250902 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING HELD IN -PERSON BY THE PLANNNG AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2025, AT
6:30 PM IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DR., SUITE 350
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Derrell Isenberg opened the meeting for the Planning and Zoning Regular Meeting at
6:30 P.M.
In attendance were:
P&Z Chairperson Derrell Isenberg
P&Z Vice Chairperson Jenifer Ordeneaux
P&Z Commissioner Thomas Echols
P&Z Commissioner Trey Haskins
P&Z Commissioner Henry Fuertes
P&Z Commissioner Jennifer Henrichs
Also, present were Deputy City Attorney Lawrence Provins, Assistant City Attorney Katie Leiniger,
Assistant Engineer Francisco Reyes, Community Development Director Vance Wyly, Planning
Manager Katya Copeland, Senior Planner Patrick Bauer, Planner II Katie Peterson, and Business
Administrator Jennifer Danley.
Vice Chairperson Ordeneaux and Commissioner Fuertes recused themselves and left the meeting
at 6:32 pm.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under the "Consent Agenda" are considered to be routine and require little or no
deliberation by the Planning and Zoning Commission. These items will be enacted / approved by
one motion unless a commissioner requests separate action on an item, in which event the item
will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered by separate action (ix. Matters
removed from Consent Agenda). Approval of the Consent Agenda enacts the items of legislation.
Consideration and Possible Action - Excused Absences - Excuse the absence of
Commissioner John McDonald and Commissioner Jennifer Henrichs from the August 18, 2025,
P&Z Regular Meeting.
Consideration and Possible Action - Approval of Minutes - Approve the P&Z Regula Meeting
minutes from August 18, 2025.
Consideration and Possible Action - CPL2025-0321: Replat of Zamarron Special Subdivision
Lot 2 and Addition
A request by Scott Sheridan, applicant; on behalf of Dixie Farm Property, LLC., owner; for approval
of the Replat of Zamarron Special Subdivision Lot 2 and Addition, creating 1 lot on 15.91 acres
located northeast of the intersection of Dixie Farm Road and Main Street described to wit:
Legal Description: A 15.91-acre (692,939 square feet) tract of land comprised of Lot 2 of the Minor
Plat of Zamarron Special Subdivision, a subdivision in Brazoria County, Texas, according to the
map or plat thereof recorded in Brazoria County Clerk's File No. 2009037362 of the Official Public
Records of Brazoria County, Texas and also described in deed to Dixie Farm Property, LLC.,
recorded under Brazoria County Clerk's File No. 2022044941 of the Deed Records of Brazoria
County, Texas and a 7.94-acre tract of land being part of and out of 11.110-acre tract of land out of
Lot 178 of the Zychlinski Subdivision of Section 28 H.T. & B.R.R. Company Survey, Abstract 551,
Brazoria County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof recorded in Volume 29, Page 9, Deed
Records of Brazoria County, Texas.
General Location: Northeast of the Intersection of Dixie Farm Road and Main Street, Pearland,
Texas.
Consideration and Possible Action - RPL2025-0364: Final Plat of Lew Tract South Section 1
A request by RG Miller Engineers Inc., applicant; on behalf of Meritage Homes of Texas, LLC and
Massey Oaks Homeowners Association, Inc., owner; for approval of the Final Plat of Lew Tract
South Section 1, creating 73 lots, 6 reserves and 4 blocks on 29.1209 acres located south of Old
Massey Ranch Road and East of Harkey Road described to wit:
Legal Description: A subdivision of 29.1209 acres of land located in the H. T&B.R.R. CO. Survey,
A- 525, City of Pearland, Brazoria County, Texas
General Location: South of Old Massey Ranch Road and East of Harkey Road, Pearland, Texas.
Chairperson Isenberg asked for the motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Commissioner
Haskins made the motion to approve the Consent Agenda and Commissioner Echols seconded
the motion.
Motion passed 4-0.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
None
NEW BUSINESS
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
RPL2025-0369: Preliminary Plat of Arcadian Estates Section 5.
Consideration and Possible Action - RPL2025-0369: Preliminary Plat of Arcadian Estates
Section 5
A request by Lauren Fehr, of BGE, the applicant; on behalf of KL LB BUY 4 LLC, owner; for approval
of the Preliminary Plat of Arcadian Estates Section 5, creating 8 single-family lots, 3 reserves, and
1 block on 5.48 acres of land located south of Old Massey Ranch Road described to wit:
Legal Description: A subdivision of 5.48 acres of land located in the H.T. & B.R.R. Co. Section 32,
Survey, A-525, City of Pearland, Brazoria County, Texas.
General Location: South of Old Massey Ranch Road, East of the Future Harkey Road and West
of McLean Road, Pearland, Texas.
Senior Planner Bauer presented the staff report with exhibits and explained that the request is for
approval of the Preliminary Plat of Arcadian Estates Section five. The Plat creates eight single-
family lots, three reserves, and one block to allow the development to install the necessary
infrastructure to support this section of the subdivision. He briefly reviewed the zoning map and
the preliminary plat details. Mr. Bauer stated that the Preliminary Plat meets the approval criteria
outlined in the Unified Development Code (UDC) and that staff recommended approval with the
following conditions:
1. The Final Plat cannot be submitted until the regional infrastructure improvements have
been completed and/or
2. A development agreement addressing the regional infrastructure improvements shall be
drafted prior to Final Plat submittal.
3. On the Final Plat submission, a note is necessary to be added to the plat to allow access
to be provided through Reserve C for Reserve B to access Old Massey Ranch Road
(CR100) and Oak Preserve Drive.
Applicant Lauren Fehr at, was present in person in Council Chambers to answer any questions
from the Planning and Zoning Board.
Chairperson Isenberg called for public input.
There were no persons wishing to speak for or against the request.
There was no further discussion from Staff, Planning and Zoning Commission, or public input.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
RPL2025-0369: Preliminary Plat of Arcadian Estates Section 5. Commissioner Haskins made a
motion to approve the Preliminary Plat with staff conditions, and Commissioner Henrichs
seconded the motion.
Motion passed 4-0.
Vice Chairperson Ordeneaux and Commissioner Fuertes returned to the meeting at 6:39 pm.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0318.
Consideration and Possible Action - Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0318
Public Hearing: A request by Stephanie Vasquez, J. Morales, Inc., applicant, on behalf of Mala
Gopal and Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan, owners, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
for a Recreation Center (Private, For Profit) use within the Garden -O'Day Mixed Use (G/O-MU)
District, on approximately 9.506 acres, to wit:
Legal Description: Lot 1 & 2, Block 1, Minor Plat of Santos Estates, a subdivision in Brazoria
County, Texas, according to the map or plat recorded in County Clerk's File No. 2013002487 in the
Plat Records of Brazoria County, Texas.
General Location: 1826 O'Day Road, Pearland, Texas.
Senior Planner Bauer presented the staff report with exhibits. Mr. Bauer explained the request is
for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a proposed recreation center use with a single-
family detached dwelling located towards the rear of the property. The site would share access
through a flag lot along the northern property line within the Garden -O'Day Mixed Use (G/O-MU)
District. Mr. Bauer noted that staff received thirty-eight written public comments in opposition and
one neutral regarding the request. He briefly reviewed the property history, the site plan,
landscaping, and event hall renderings. Mr. Bauer stated that the CUP meets all seven of the
review criteria outlined in the UDC and recommended approval with the following conditions:
1. The proposed use shall be limited on the parcel to a maximum 450 feet west of the O'Day
Road right-of-way.
2. A minimum 15-foot landscape strip containing large shade trees must be provided along
the north side of the full length of the driveway within the shared access easement. Large
shade trees with a minimum two-inch (2") caliper measured at twelve inches (12") above
the root ball shall be provided, with the total caliper inches equal to at least one inch (1")
for each ten feet (10') of the length of the shared access.
3. The required buffer along the northern property line of the proposed use shall include
ornamental trees with a minimum two-inch (2") caliper measured at twelve inches (12")
above the root ball shall be provided, with the total caliper inches equal to at least one inch
(1") for each fifteen feet (15') of lot depth and a continuous row of shrubs with a minimum
height of three feet at the time of planting.
4. Proposed nonresidential development will be required to provide a buffer to the proposed
residence to the west within the boundaries of the subject land. The buffer shall meet the
requirements of Section 2.4.3.3 (f) & (g) of the UDC.
5. A minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the facade that fronts O'Day Road shall be of masonry,
stucco or EIFS materials.
6. A minimum of fifteen percent (15%) of the fagade that fronts O'Day Road must be
transparent.
Architect Cathleen Heart of J. Morales, Inc., at 102 Munger Street, Pasadena, Texas 77506, was
present in person in Council Chambers to present to the Planning and Zoning Board. Ms. Heart
explained that the business is a non-profit organization hosting art events, exercise classes,
weddings, poetry readings, and language classes. She stated that the applicant and spouse would
reside in the single-family dwelling at the rear of the property, with the wife running the classes.
Chairperson Isenberg called for public input.
Resident Ruben Maldonado, at 1800 O'Day Road, Pearland, Texas 77581, spoke in opposition,
citing concerns with noise, alcohol sales, waste, sanitation, rodent issues, and property values.
Tama Chunn, at 9902 Warwana, Houston, Texas 77080, opposed the request, citing noise
disrupting the rural character, wet bar and live music hours, and neighborhood impacts.
Wayman Chunn, at 9902 Warwana Road, Houston, Texas 77080, opposed the request, citing
concerns about noise and potential leasing of the facility.
Resident Mebel Cravey, at 1920 O'Day Road, Pearland, Texas 77581, opposed the request, citing
concerns with live music, traffic, and residential safety.
Resident Andrea Cravey, at 1920 O'Day Road, Pearland, Texas 77581, opposed the request,
citing concerns about the event center details, hours of operation, and traffic safety.
Resident Alex Cravey, at 1920 O'day Road, Pearland, Texas 77581, opposed the request, citing
noise pollution, alcohol consumption, traffic, and drainage.
Resident Roberto Serrano, at 1814 O'Day Road, Pearland, Texas 77581, opposed the request,
citing disruption of the rural lifestyle and inappropriate location.
Resident Jessica Maldonado, at 1800 O'Day road, Pearland, Texas 77581, opposed the request,
agreeing with neighbors and citing lack of proper notification
Resident Emanual Serrano, at 1814 O'Day Road, Pearland, Texas 77581, opposed the request,
citing noise impacts adjacent to his residence.
Discussion among the Planning & Zoning Commission focused on road conditions, sewer line
extension, zoning of the property, the event center location, Neighborhood character, and the
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map. Commissioner Fuertes also outlined the City's
notification requirements and potential long-term impacts. Chairperson Isenberg asked the
applicant to clarify business operations. Ms. Heart addressed concerns regarding noise, confirmed
that security personnel would be required for events, and noted the owner was aware of the sewer
line extension requirement.
There was no further discussion from Staff, Planning and Zoning Commission, or public input.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0318. Commissioner Fuertes made a motion to
approve the CUP with staff conditions, and Vice Chairperson Ordeneaux seconded the motion.
Motion failed 1-5.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0334.
Consideration and Possible Action - Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0334
Public Hearing: A request by Barbara Rodriguez, applicant, on behalf of Michelle Castaneda,
owner, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Accessory Dwelling Unit use within the
Suburban Residential-15 (SR-15) District, on approximately 0.89 acres of land, to wit:
Legal Description: Lot 7 in Block 4 of West Lea, Section 1, a Subdivision in the H.T. & B.R.R.
Co. Survey Abstract No. 546 in Brazoria County Texas, according to the map recorded in Volume
10, Page 19, et. Seq., amended in Volume 10, Page 33, et. Seq. of the Plat Records of Brazoria
County, Texas.
General Location: 3637 Wingtail Way, Pearland, Texas.
Planner II Peterson presented the staff report with exhibits. Ms. Peterson explained the
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) request to allow for the renovation and addition to an existing
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) within the footprint of an existing accessory structure on the
property. She noted staff received one phone call requesting additional information, reviewed the
history of the property, and briefly outlined the site and floor plan of the ADU. Ms. Peterson stated
staff found the proposed CUP meets most of the criteria outlined in the UDC, and recommended
approval with the following condition:
1. The CUP shall only allow for the accessory dwelling unit to be occupied by a person who is
related to the person who occupies the primary dwelling unit on the subject property by first
or second degree of consanguinity or affinity.
Owner, Michelle Castaneda, 3637 Wingtail Way, Pearland, Texas 77584, was present in person in
the Council Chambers to answer questions for the Planning and Zoning Board.
Chairperson Isenberg called for public input.
There were no persons wishing to speak for or against the request.
Commission discussion focused on support for the ADU, noting that it has existed since at least
1999, and concerns regarding future occupants when the owner moves or their parents no longer
reside there. Chairperson Isenberg asked the owner about the future use of the ADU. Ms.
Castaneda responded that her children would take over the main home and she and her spouse
would reside in the ADU. Commissioner Echols asked whether the dwelling existed at the time of
property purchase. Ms. Castaneda confirmed that it did.
There was no further discussion from Staff, Planning and Zoning Commission, or public input.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0334. Vice Chairperson Ordeneaux made a motion
to approve the CUP with staffs conditions and Commissioner Henrichs seconded the motion.
Motion passed 5-1.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0343.
Consideration and Possible Action - Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0343
Public Hearing: A request by Grand Development, LLC., applicant and owner, for approval of a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Dwelling - Two -Family use within the Old Town -Mixed Use (OT-
MU) District, to accommodate four (4) two-family dwelling units on four separately platted lots
totaling 0.424 acres of land, to wit:
Legal Description: Being all of Lots 12-16 and the northern 23 feet of Lot 17, in Block 26 of
Pearland Townsite, a subdivision in Brazoria County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof
recorded in volume 29, Page 41 of the Plat Records of Brazoria County, Texas.
General Location: 2523, 2525, 2527, 2529, 2531 Grand Boulevard, Pearland, Texas.
Senior Planner Bauer presented the staff report with exhibits. Mr. Bauer stated that the
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) request was for approval to allow four two-family dwelling units to
be developed on the property located within the Old Town -Mixed Use (OT-MU) District. He noted
that staff receive two public comments in opposition. Mr. Bauer discussed the property history,
reviewed the site plan and building renderings, briefly described the floor plan. He stated that the
proposed CUP meets six of the seven criteria outlined in the UDC and recommended approval
with the following conditions:
1. The applicant shall provide rear -loaded garages with access from the alley. The garage
shall be setback 20 feet from the rear property line in order for a vehicle to have adequate
space to park in the driveway without encroaching into the alley.
2. A balcony or front porch will be required for each unit with a minimum size of ten (10') in
width by six (6') in depth.
Applicant Brian Starr, 2818 Morenci Street, Pearland, Texas 77584, was present in person in
Council Chambers to present to the Planning and Zoning Board. Mr. Starr stated that he agreed
with staff's presentation except for the rear -ally requirement, which he felt was not feasible.
Chairperson Isenberg called for public input.
Resident Rick Simms, 1931 Timbercreek Drive, Pearland, Texas 77581, spoke in opposition,
citing concerns that the development does not fit the Old Town site plan, that one -car garages
may be used for storage and create parking issues, and that he preferred single-family homes
rather than a row of duplexes.
Commission discussion focused on the design not fitting the vision and character of Old Town
Revitalization Plan. Commissioners noted that the Sullivan Brothers development was successful
in using alley access. Commissioner Haskins highlighted the importance of mitigating on -street
parking and noted that the product could provide additional housing opportunities in Pearland.
Commissioner Henrichs asked whether the dwelling units would be for sale or rent. Mr. Starr
responded that the units would be for rent and would be a quality product. Commissioner Henrichs
further noted that Grand Boulevard is an area the city wants to revitalize, which supports a
preference for ally access over front -facing driveways.
There was no further discussion from Staff, Planning and Zoning Commission, or public input.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0343. Commissioner Haskins made a motion to
approve the CUP with staffs conditions and Commissioner Echols seconded the motion.
Motion failed 0-6.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0366.
Consideration and Possible Action - Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0366
Public Hearing: A request by Genesis Property Development, applicant, on behalf of Endress
Hauser, Inc., owner, for approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an expansion to an
existing development for a Warehouse & Light Assembly use within the Beltway District of the
Clear Creek Spectrum Planned Development, on approximately 16.921 acres, to wit:
Legal Description: Lot 1, Block 1, Endress + Hauser Gulf Coast Regional Center Amending Plat
No 1, a subdivision in Harris County, Texas, according to the map or plat recorded in County
Clerk's File No. RP-2021-21290 in the Plat Records of Harris County, Texas.
General Location: 14525 Kirby Drive, Pearland, Texas.
Senior Planner Bauer presented the staff report with exhibits. Mr. Bauer explained the Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) request was for approval of a proposed expansion to the existing Endress and
Hauser development for a Warehouse and Light Assembly use within the Beltway District - District
"A" of the Clear Creek Spectrum Planned Development (PD). He noted staff had not received any
public comments in favor or opposition. Mr. Bauer reviewed the property history, briefly outlined
the site plan, and presented preliminary elevations of the proposed expansion. He stated the CUP
meets all approval criteria outlined in the UDC, and staff recommended approval as presented.
Applicant Joyce Skidmore, P.O. Box 91, Plainfield, Indiana 46168, was present in person in
Council Chambers to represent the development team and share the details of the project.
Chairperson Isenberg called for public input.
There were no persons wishing to speak for or against the proposed request.
Commissioners stated they were not opposed to the expansion and asked the applicant if the
detention would remain sufficient. The applicant confirmed that it would.
There was no further discussion from Staff, Planning and Zoning Commission, or public input.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action —
Conditional Use Permit Application: CUP2025-0366. Commissioner Henrichs made the motion to
approve the CUP, and Commissioner Haskins seconded the motion.
Motion passed 6-0.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action — Old
Town Revitalization Plan.
Consideration and Possible Action - Old Town Revitalization Plan
A request by the City of Pearland, applicant, for approval for the Old Town Revitalization Plan.
Director Wyly presented the Old Town Revitalization Plan with exhibits and highlighted key
elements of the plan, including engagement numbers, acknowledgements, and major initiatives
("big ideas").
Chairperson Isenberg called for public input.
There were no persons wishing to speak for or against the proposed request.
Commission discussion focused on hopes for increased future participation, making Old Town
more walkable, and noting that the Grand Link will be a strong success if implemented effectively.
There was no further discussion from Staff, Planning and Zoning Commission, or public input.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action — Old
Town Revitalization Plan. Vice Chairperson Ordeneaux made the motion to approve the Old Town
Revitalization Plan and Commissioner Henrichs seconded the motion.
Motion passed 6-0.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. City Council Update Report: Planning Manager Copeland reported that there were no
planning items on the agenda at the August 18, 2025, City Council meeting.
2. City Council and P&Z Joint Workshop: September 8, 2025.
Next Planning and Zoning Regular Meeting: September 15, 2025
City Council and P&Z Joint Workshop: September 22, 2025
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Isenberg adjourned the Planning and Zoning Regular meeting at 9:04 P.M.
These minutes were respectfully submitted by:
ennifer Hanley, Busines
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected on this 6th day of October 2025.
dministrator
Derrell Isenberg, Pning and Zoning Chairperson