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1999-04-12 CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JOINT PUBLIC HEARING MEETING MINUTES034 MINUTES - JOINT PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD APRIL 12, 1999, AT 6:30 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 3519 LIBERTY DRIVE, PEARLAND, TEXAS. A series of Joint Public Hearings was called to order at 6:31 PM with the following present: Mayor Mayor Pro -Tem Councilmember Councilmember P & Z Chairperson P & Z Commissioner P & Z Commissioner P & Z Commissioner Tom Reid Larry Wilkins Richard Tetens William Berger Mary Starr Jack Mathis Donald Glenn Emil Beltz Others in attendance: Director of Planning & Community Development Dennis Smith, Planning & Zoning Secretary Mona Ann Phipps, City Attorney Darin Coker, Assistant City Attorney Nghiem Doan, City Engineer John Hargrove, Senior Projects Coordinator Alan Mueller; Councilmember Helen Beckman and P & Z Commissioners Chris Cookson and Tommy Scott were absent; P & Z Commissioner Todd locco entered the meeting at 6:43 PM. Zoning Application No 753 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:38 PM. PURPOSE OF HEARING Request of owners for an amendment to the Land Use and Urban Development Ordinance of said City from Classification Single Family Dwelling District (R-3) and General Business District (GB) to Commercial District (C) on the following described properties, to -wit: 1. Zoning Application No. 753 Legal Description: Being an 18.00 acre tract out of 136.955 acres, a.k.a. Dissen Tract, recorded in Volume 505, pg 86, Deed records of Brazoria Co., TX (Northeast corner of FM 518 & Pearland Parkway) 035 Owner: M.L. Partnership 2905 Country Club Drive Pearland, TX 77581 Agent: Bob Lewis Planning & Zoning Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Planning & Community Development Dennis Smith presented the location map of the proposed zone change. III. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUESTS Bob Lewis, 2905 Country Club Drive, Pearland, Texas, stated that the proposed business for this site will collect a large sum of sales tax for the City and employ one hundred full time employees and seventy part time employees. IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUESTS none V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION A discussion ensued regarding zoning a large tract of land fronting FM 518 as commercial. Councilmember William Berger expressed concern that this property would be open to a wide range of uses if the proposed project did not develop. Mayor Tom Reid stated that he has met with the proposed developers. He added that they are ready to move forward on their project as soon as the property is appropriately zoned. He also stated that this business will be a great asset to the City and will generate a great deal of sales tax. VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 753 from R-3 and GB to Commercial adjourned at 6:47 PM. APPLICATION NO. 695 I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:48 PM. F IV. PURPOSE OF HEARING Request of owners for an amendment to the Land Use and Urban Development Ordinance of said City from Classification Suburban Development District (SD) to Commercial District (C) on the following described properties, to -wit: Legal Description: Being an 11.7401 acre tract Richey Gulf Coast Home Co & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-304, (Corner of FM 518 & CR 93) Owner: Hannover Estates, Ltd. 7676 Woodway, Suite 238 Houston, TX 77063 Agent: Ken Caffey out of Lot 49 & Lot 50, Allison . Subdivision, Section 85, H. T. plat records of Brazoria Co., TX Planning & Zoning Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Planning & Community Development Dennis Smith presented the location map of the proposed zone change. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUESTS Ken Caffey of Hannover Estates, Ltd., stated that this is an ideal property for Commercial zoning because of the location. He explained that this site is surrounded by Astro Concrete, a mult-family complex and Crystal Lake Subdivision. He feels that zoning this property Commercial would be in the best interest of the City. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUESTS Bobby Stevener, 1905 Sleepy Hollow, Pearland, Texas, owner of Pearland Animal Hospital, explained that he owns the tract of land just East of this property. He is planning a business and currently has a zone change application in for General Business. He stated that he feels like General Business would be much more conducive to development. He added that Commercial leaves the site too open to other uses. Virgil Gant, 2102 Limrick, Pearland, Texas, echoed Mr. Stevener's statement that General Business would serve this property better than Commercial. Lee Smith, 7106 Louisiana, Manvel, Texas, stated that he is a business owner in 3 030 Pearland. He also feels that General Business would be the appropriate zoning for this property rather than Commercial. V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION Mayor Tom Reid asked if there were any particular plans for this property. Director of Planning & Community Development Dennis Smith stated that there are no certain plans, however, he could possibly speak to the developer to see if General Business might be acceptable. VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 695 from Suburban Development to Commercial adjourned at 6:58 PM. APPLICATION NO. 594 I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Tom Reid explained that the owner has requested that this item be removed from the agenda. I1. PURPOSE OF HEARING Request of owners for an amendment to the Land Use and Urban Development Ordinance of said City from Classification Suburban Development District (SD) to Light Industrial District (M-1) on the following described properties, to -wit: Legal Description: Being a 3.00 acre tract out of a 5.00 acre tract, the North 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 16, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A- 546, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (15902 Harkey Road) Owner: M. Wayne Smith P.O. Box 267 Pearland, TX 77588 APPLICATION NO. 559 & SPECIFIC USE APPLICATION NO. 68 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:59 PM. II. PURPOSE OF HEARING Request of owners for an amendment to the Land Use and Urban Development 4 038 Ordinance of said City from Classification Suburban Development District (SD) to General Business (GB) - (S) Specific Use on the following described properties, to -wit: Legal Description: Being 4.9678 acres, the South 1/2 of 9.9319 acres, Lot 29, Allison -Richey Gulf Coast Home Co. subdivision, Section 9, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-234, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (14535 Max Road) Owner: Loye W. & Mary S. Young P.O. Box 2176 Pearland, TX 77588 Planning & Zoning Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Planning & Community Development Dennis Smith presented the location map of the proposed zone change. 111. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUESTS Loye and Mary Young, owners, presented photographs of the property in question and surrounding properties. Mr. Young explained that they purchased the property in 1993 with a ten year plan. He stated that Metallurgical, two businesses down, is already zoned Commercial. There is also a trucking company next to his property. He stated that they built a barn with an apartment originally. The first five years, they built and paid for the barn and apartment with plans to retire and build a home on this property. However, before they could begin the home, the property was annexed by the City. He explained that he makes wire rope and web belt slings in the barn. IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUESTS none V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION none VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 559 and Specific Use Application No. 68 from Suburban Development to General Business r— with a Specific Use adjourned at 7:07 PM. 5 %J APPLICATION NO. 675 I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:07 PM. 11. PURPOSE OF HEARING Request of owners for an amendment to the Land Use and Urban Development Ordinance of said City from Classification Suburban Development District (SD) to General Business District (GB) on the following described properties, to -wit: Legal Description: Being approximately 48.17 acres, W.L. Dobson survey, A-187, the Southwest corner of the Wm L. Dobson tract, Volume 36, according to the plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (Cullen Blvd @ W. Stone Road) Owner: Estate of Princess Rose Marie Bagnoli Alice Almokary & Jack N. Nahas, Ind. Co Executors 7535 Brompton Court Houston, TX 77025 Agent: Benjamin H. Best, II P.O. Box 1168 Pearland, TX 77588 Planning & Zoning Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Planning & Community Development Dennis Smith presented the location map of the proposed zone change. III. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUESTS Ben Best, 2414 S. Park, Pearland, Texas, stated that he is in favor of the zone change. IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUESTS Frank Wengler, stated that he owns approximately fifty acres just Southwest of this property. He explained that he is against a cemetery being built on this property. He expressed concerns regarding the amount of traffic and the environmental impact a cemetery and mortuary would have on the property. Robert L. Garner, Jr., 4642 Brookside Road, Pearland, Texas, stated that his D -0. to property is located directly across from this property. He stated that being annexed by the City and zoning restrictions should enhance the value of property, not lower it. He also reiterated Mr. Wengler's concerns regarding traffic. Carolyn Wengler, 418 FM 865, stated that she has had a long fight against an incinerator in the area and now, she faces new problems with a cemetery. She stated that a cemetery would devalue the surrounding properties. V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION none VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 675 from Suburban Development to General Business adjourned at 7:23 PM. APPLICATION NO. 669 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:23 PM. II. PURPOSE OF HEARING Request of owners for an amendment to the Land Use and Urban Development Ordinance of said City from Single Family Dwelling District (R-1) to Single Family Dwelling District (R-3) on the following described properties, to -wit: 1. Zoning Application No. 669 Legal Description: Being 28.096 acres of a 191.1139 acre tract, W.D.D. Hall League, A-70 & part of Lots 13, 14, 19 & 20-23, of the S.W. Narregang subdivision, Volume 1, pg 92, according to map records of Brazoria Co., TX (Northwest of Dixie Farm Road - Oakbrook Estates, Section 5) Owner: Oakbrook Estates, Ltd. 7676 Woodway, Suite 238 Houston, TX 77063 Agent: Ken Caffey Planning & Zoning Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. 7 043 Director of Planning & Community Development Dennis Smith presented the location map of the proposed zone change. 111. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUESTS Clinton Wong, 11135 N. Country Squire, Houston, explained that they are proposing to add 101 lots to Oakbrook Estates. He is proposing R-3 zoning with 60 and 70' wide lots. He added that the existing community has a swimming pool. He stated that he is proposing walking trails around the detention ponds and the homes will be priced around $125,000.00. He also explained that the growth will continue to the West and South to Dixie Farm Road with another entrance. IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUESTS Foster Foucheaux, 2102 W. Marys Creek, expressed concern about the traffic that would be created by this proposed densely populated subdivision. He stated that the streets in Shadycrest are very old and any additional traffic would damage them more. He added that many people walk, jog and bicycle in Shadycrest on the street because there are no sidewalks. Mr. Foucheaux stated that a child was killed years ago due to someone speeding through the subdivision. He also expressed concern about the sewer that services Shadycrest. Patty Boyles, 4016 Shadycrest, stated that she doesn't see any reason to change to R-3 zoning, except for the developer to make more money. She encouraged the City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission to leave this property zoned R-1. Sherry Wiseburn, 3501 Shadycrest, explained that her daughter, Jennifer, was the child who was killed. She added that many homes in an area creates problems for the children and the long streets are very conducive to speed. Frank Wiseburn, 3501 Shadycrest, stated that he is very concerned about the kids. He echoed the concerns regarding speeding vehicles, excessive traffic and no sidewalks. Kelly Anders, Dixie Farm Road, stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission does not take their job seriously. She is also concerned about the drainage. She stated that adding 101 houses on 28 acres will definitely affect the drainage. Misty Yarneau, 3705 Longherridge, explained that she has a four year old son learning to ride his bike. She was not aware that a child had already been killed, however, she is very concerned because there are no sidewalks. She added that Shadycrest did not need any more streets coming through. P 042 Carol Ritter, 3511 Longherridge, stated that people move to the area and plan for r- their future. She added that they trust their community fathers to maintain the community, however, downgrading zoning around them breaches that trust. She urged that Council and Planning and Zoning Commission to stick to the existing plan and to get the comprehensive plan approved. Leanne Strickland, 2106 Sprite, stated that they do not understand why the zone should be changed. She did not understand why ingress or egress had to come through Shadycrest. She also expressed concerns about drainage and additional children trying to get to school. Ron Srickland, 2106 Sprite, explained that he and his wife have lived in Shadycrest for twenty-one years. They moved there to live in a good, quiet, safe community, however, they would have never bought their home had they known the zoning would be changed around them. He also expressed concern about drainage. Sarah Dornak, 3906 Longherridge, stated that she likes to ride bikes and walk with friends. She would like Shadycrest to remain a quiet neighborhood. Joyce Walker, 4010 Shadycrest, explained that she has relatives that live on Mary's Creek that the sewer backs up in their house during heavy rains. She stated that she knows of at least four homes that have this problem. Richard Sheridan, 2104 Lake Edge, stated that he opposes this zone change. He doesn't feel that the streets can handle more traffic and their are no sidewalks. Robert Williams, 4003 Longherridge, explained that he likes their nice quiet community. He added that the subdivision is safe because of few entrances. He also expressed concern about drainage and encouraged Council to approve the master plan. Pat Colson, 2103 E. Mary's Creek, expressed concern for his two children who ride their bikes in the neighborhood. He encouraged the approval of the master plan. He also cautioned the City about the flow of traffic through Oakbrook Estates. Larry Marcott, 3606 Inverness Court, expressed concern regarding the loss of green space. He also stated concerns with the drainage to Mary's Creek. Alfonse Raska, 2107 Sprite Lane, stated that he has lived in Shadycrest for thirty- five years. He explained that he has many of the same concerns previously mentioned. He also added that he is afraid they will be surrounded by high density development. M (J` 43 V. Adolf Hruzek, 3905 Longherridge, stated that he is a thirty-six year resident of Shadycrest. He strongly urged the zone change be denied. Carol Brasko, 3416 Shadycrest, explained that there is already problems with speeding. She stated that cars honk at her when she slows to turn in her driveway. She feels that this new subdivision would create even more traffic. Ken Hanslik, 2101 E. Mary's Creek, expressed concern that there is only one exit out of the back of the subdivision. He also stated that they have sewer problems. Darrell Acheledo, 2101 Shadybend, stated that people run the stop sign near his house everyday. He also stated that water backs up near his house in the event of heavy rains. Gwen Erwin, 2101 Sprite Lane, explained that there are a lot of heart patients in Shadycrest. He sees no reason to make traffic worse by opening up streets to another subdivision. Mark Matusek, 2003 Deepbrook, urged the City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission to vote against this proposed zone change. Gene Karstedt, 4006 Shadycrest, also urged this property remain R-1 zoning. Tom Daniel, 2104 Marys Creek West, explained that he walks in the neighborhood and urged the Council to get the master plan approved. Mike Griffin, 2009 Deepbrook, stated that he is opposed to this zone change because of traffic and drainage. He added that he had voiced complaints with the City Engineer at least a dozen times. Roger Roecker, 4008 Shadycrest, stated that these are not just Shadycrest problems, but City of Pearland problems. He hopes that the City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission agree that these issues are important. Ronnie Richard, 4015 Longherridge, stated that adding additional concrete can not help drainage. He added that the City installed a 2' culvert in his yard to alleviate his drainage problem, however, his neighbors still suffer. He reiterated the need for the master plan. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION Mayor Tom Reid explained that the City does have a master plan for the incorporated areas, however, they are now adding the newly annexed areas. He added that each property owner has the right to ask for whatever zoning they may choose on their property. He stated that eventually someone will want to develop 041 the area surrounding Shadycrest, preferably as R-1. However, the City must consider each zone change request. Commissioner Larry Wilkins stated that he is opposed to this zone change. He recently spoke to the Shadycrest Homeowners Association and feels that granting this zone change to R-3 would ruin this subdivision. VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 669 adjourned at 8:15 PM. APPLICATIONS NO. 513, 632, 634, 635, 640, 647, 650, 663, 664, 678, 681 AND 686 I. CALL TO ORDER II. PURPOSE OF HEARING Request of owners for an amendment to the Land Use and Urban Development Ordinance of said City from Suburban Development District (SD) to Single Family Dwelling District (R-1) on the following described properties, to -wit: 1. Zoning Application No. 513 Legal Description: Being 0.76 acres in the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4, G.C. Smith survey, Section 16, A-546, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (6037 Sharondale) Owner: Jose & Irma R. Adame 6024 Terrell Drive Pearland, TX 77584 2. Zoning Application No. 632 Legal Description: Lot 1, Block 2, Robin Cove subdivision, according to the plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (5506 Robin Sound) Owner: Gary G. Harrington 5506 Robin Sound Pearland, TX 77581 3. Zoning Application No. 634 Legal Description: Lot 8, Block 1, Section 2, Robin Cove subdivision, according to the plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (5403 11 045 Robin Meadow) Owner: Todd & Wendy Standorf 5403 Robin Meadow Pearland, TX 77581 4. Zoning Application No. 635 Legal Description: Lot 6, Block 1, Section 2, Robin Cove subdivision, according to the map or plat recorded in Brazoria Co., TX (5406 Robin Meadow) Owner: Mark & Anne Whaley 5406 Robin Meadow Pearland, TX 77581 5. Zoning Application No. 640 Legal Description: Lot 3, Block 1, Section 1, Robin Cove subdivision, according to the plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (5410 Robin Sound) Owner: Roy & Carolyn Allison 5410 Robin Sound Pearland, TX 77581 6. Zoning Application No. 647 Legal Description: Lot 10 & the East 1/2 of Lot 11, Block 3, Cas -Con Acres subdivision, the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, Section 14, A-509, Volume 5, pg 137, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (6154 Cottonwood) Owner: Charles & Dianna Gwosoz 6154 Cottonwood Pearland, TX 77581 7. Zoning Application No. 650 Legal Description: Being Lot 5, Block 10, Hickory Creek Place subdivision, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-219, recorded in Volume 11, pg 1, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (5942 Kelly Drive) 12 MR Owner: Donald E. & Ronda Kay Lee 5942 Kelly Drive Pearland, TX 77581 8. Zoning Application No. 663 Legal Description: Being approximately the South '/z of Lot 25, Allison - Richey Gulf Coast Home Co. subdivision, Section 9, H. T. & B. R.R. survey, A-234, recorded in Volume 2, pg 23, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (2301 Max Road) Owner: Marvin A. & Lillian Gajevsky 2301 Max Road Pearland, TX 77581 9. Zoning Application No. 664 Legal Description: Being the South 1/2 of Lot 9 & Lot 10, Block 5, Hickory Creek Place subdivision, according to the plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (5839 Kelly Drive) Owner: Tommy L. Harrison 5839 Kelly Drive Pearland, TX 77581 10. Zoning Application No. 678 Legal Description: Lot 16, Cas -Con Acres, Section 2, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-509, recorded in Volume 15, pg 209, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (5830 Raza) Owner: Deanna Pregeant 5830 Raza Pearland, TX 77584 11. Zoning Application No. 681 Legal Description: Lot 14, Block 6, Hickory Creek Place subdivision, Section 7, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-219, recorded in Volume 11, pgs 1-2, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (5830 Kelly) Owner: G. H. & Thomasina Watkins 2142 Kelly Drive Pearland, TX 77581 13 12. Zoning Application No. 686 Legal Description: Lots 23 & 24, Block 2, Wagon Wheel addition, A-509, Volume 8, pg 79, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX Owner: John Lee Collins 6013 Patridge Drive Pearland, TX 77584-8333 Planning & Zoning Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Planning & Community Development Dennis Smith presented the location map of the proposed zone change. III. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUESTS none IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUESTS none V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION none VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Applications No. 513, 632, 634, 635, 640, 647, 650, 663, 664, 678, 681 and 686 adjourned at 8:24 PM. The series of Joint Public Hearings adjourned at 8:25 PM. These minutes respecfully submitted by: i Mona Ann Phip s, Planning & Zoning Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this d of r , A. D., 1999 Tom Reid, Mayor 14