HomeMy WebLinkAbout20260302 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING HELD IN-PERSON BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND,TEXAS, MONDAY MARCH 2,2026 AT 6:30PM IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS,CITY
HALL,3519 LIBERTY DRIVE.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Derrell Isenberg opened the meeting for the Planning and Zoning Regular Meeting at 6:31 pm.
In attendance were:
P&Z Chairperson Derrell Isenberg
P&Z Vice Chairperson Jennifer Ordeneaux
P&Z Commissioner Thomas Echols
P&Z Commissioner Henry Fuertes
P&Z Commissioner Jennifer Henrichs
P&Z Commissioner Trey Haskins
P&Z Commissioner Shad Comeaux
Also present were Assistant Director of Planning Katya Copeland,Senior Planner Patrick Bauer,Senior
Planner Katie Peterson,Assistant City Engineer Francisco Reyes, Deputy City Attorney Katie Leininger,
Director of Community Development Vance Wyly, Planning Technician Stacey,Haas, Redevelopment Director
Matt Peno and President of Pearland Economic Development Corporation Matt Buchanan.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under the"Consent Agenda"are considered to be routine and require little or no deliberation
by the Planning&Zoning Commission.These items wilt be enacted/approved by one motion unless a
commissioner requests separate action on an item, in which event the item wilt 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 Shad
Comeaux from the February 16th,2026, P&Z Regular Meeting.
Consideration and Possible Action-Approval of Minutes-Approve the P&Z Regular Meeting Minutes from
February 16th, 2026.
Commissioner Isenberg called for a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.Commissioner Haskins made a
motion to approve the Consent Agenda,and Commissioner Fuertes seconded the motion.
Motion passed 7-0.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action-Zone Change
Application ZON2025-0569.
Consideration and Possible Action-Zone Change Application:ZON2025-0569
Public Hearing:A request by Planned Community Developers V, LTD.,applicant, on behalf of Pearland
Lifestyle Center, L.P.,owner,for approval of a zone change from Planned Development(PD)to PD, replacing
the previous Promenade Shops Lifestyle Center PD with a new mixed-use PD,on 119.069 acres of land,to
wit:
Legal Description:Being 119.069 acres of land located in the James Hamilton Survey,Abstract 881, Harris
County,Texas, more particularly being all of Lot"A"and a portion of Restricted Reserve"B"of The Final Plat of
The Promenade Shops at the Spectrum, a subdivision of 122.623 acres of land on record in Film Code
Number 610201, in the Map Records of said Harris County,Texas(H.C.M.R.)and the 5.00 acre tract conveyed
to Pearland Lifestyle Center, L.P. by instrument of record in File No.Y326977,Official Public Records of Real
Property,of said Harris County,Texas(H.C.O.P.R.R.P.).
General Location:South of Sam Houston Tollway,West of State Highway 288, Pearland,Texas.
Assistant Director of Planning Katya Copeland presented the staff report stating the request of the applicant
to change approximately 122 acres of land from the Promenade
Shops at Spectrum Planned Development(PD)to a Planned Development District called The Orchard at
Lower Kirby. This would be a mixed use development with distinct districts within the development,
consisting of High Density Single Family Residential(HDSF), Mixed-Use Commercial(MUC),Waterfront
Entertainment Mixed Use(WEMU)and a Flex district allowing for any of the aforementioned districts.She
stated there were no written comments or phone calls for or against this request. She gave a brief history of
the site and a brief overview of the chapters contained in the Planned Development proposal. She reported
that the proposed PD is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan/Future Land Use Plan as well as the
Thoroughfare Plan,Unified Development Code(UDC)and Utilities. It also meets the established criteria for
approval of a zone change. If approved,the site will need to be designed to conform with PD and UDC
requirements for the General Business(GB)and Townhome Residential(TH)zoning districts, as well as the
Corridor Overlay District and any other applicable codes, including Fire and Building. She stated that Staff
recommends approval of this zone change.
The Planned Community Developers(PCD)team was present in the Council Chambers to make their
presentation to the Commissioners. Speakers for this team included Don Jansen of 3915 Wood hollow Court,
Sugar Land,Texas;Wendy Buckley of 2950 Bueno Drive, Chappel Hill,Texas; Blake Coleman of 3327 Ivy Mill
Lane, Missouri City,Texas;and Rob Parsons of 1212 Mulders Drive,Austin,Texas. Mr.Jansen stated that
Peartand has rapidly grown and their proposal would add tremendous value to the city. The city's proximity to
the Texas Medical Center, Hobby Airport and Downtown Houston are huge pluses. Also,there are no Class A
Office spaces in the city. This is a huge void that the PD would address. The developers also stressed that
they are keenly aware that the success of the project depends on a good relationship with the city and strong
community engagement. They are also aware that a good plan requires being adaptable to changing market
conditions and being able to pivot in response. Mr.Jansen explained that PCD is the master developer of the
project and their role is to act as the"Conductor"for the entire development while retaining control over the
overall vision,quality and design standards.
The vision for the PD is to bring a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere to the development that is inspired by
coastal architecture and the amenities that currently exist, such as the trail system. Pedestrian access to
amenities and retail with a strong focus on walkability is a goal of the PD. The districts within the PD will have
their own look, but will be cohesive with each other. The team outlined what the districts within the PD will
possibly look like:
HDSF—urban homes,townhomes,duplexes, cottages, brownstones
MUC—a more traditional shopping center with mid-size anchors,typically higher end and small grocers,such
as Whole Foods or Trader Joe's.
WEMU—hotel and conference center,offices, parking garage,and perhaps a gathering green space in front of
the hotel.
Flex—this allows for any of the above to be built within the flex districts,determined by market conditions.
The team also spoke about the phasing plan for the project.They stated the high density single family and
multi-family would be developed first as that would drive the rest of the market to buy into the development.
They also presented the minor and major deviations they are requesting. They also stated that the overall
project would be overseen by Residential and Commercial Property Owner's Associations. These
Associations would be responsible for enforcing community guidelines, maintaining amenities and event
space,and balancing the needs of property owners, residents and commercial tenants to preserve the vision
of the PD in regards to mixed-use living.
There were no persons present to speak for or against this requested zone change.
The Commissioners'discussion focused on their overall appreciation for the quality of the PD, but also
concerns regarding the flex districts and multi-family components. There was also discussion about the
placement of garages so that they could not be seen from 288,the placement of retail in phase 1,the
importance of green space and the need to ensure the development is seen as a safe destination,given the
proximity to high crime areas in Houston.
There was no further discussion from the Planning and Zoning Commission,staff or applicant.
Chairperson Isenberg read into the record the item on Consideration and Possible Action—Zone Change
Application ZON2025-0569. Commissioner Echols made a motion to approve the zone change and
Commissioner Fuertes seconded the motion.
The motion passed 7-0.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. City Council Update Report: Assistant Director of Planning I<atya Copeland reported on actions taken at
the February 23r°,2026 City Council Meeting. CUP2025-0571 for the ADU on Dublin Circle failed in a vote of
3-4. CUP2025-0574 for the Auto Repair on Main Street passed 7-0,and CUP2025-0572 forthe
Resale/Consignment shop on Business Center Drive failed 0-7.
2. A City Council Special Meeting for the CIP Update Series will be held March 23,2026.
3, Next P&Z Regular Meeting will be March 30,2026.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Isenberg adjourned the Planning and Zoning Regular Meeting at 8:28pm.
These mi utes were respe tfully submitted by:
Sta y Haas, Planning Technician
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected on this 30th day of March,2026.
Derrell Isenberg, Planning 6MZoning Chairperson