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1999-09-27 CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JOINT PUBLIC HEARING MEETING MINUTESMINUTES - JOINT PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS,. HELD SEPTEMBER 27;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 6:40 PM with the following present: Mayor Mayor Pro -Tem Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember P & Z Chairperson P & Z Vice -Chairperson P & Z Commissioner P & Z Commissioner P & Z Commissioner Applications No. 819 and 829 1. CALL TO ORDER Tom Reid William Berger Helen Beckman Klaus Seeger Richard Tetens Larry Wilkins Mary Starr Tommy Scott Emil Beltz Donald Glenn Todd locco The meeting was called to order at 6:42 PM. il. 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 property, to wit: 1. Zoning Application No. 819 Legal Description: Lot 33, Section 8, Allison Richey Gulf Coast Home Co. subdivision, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-504, recorded in Vol. 2, pg. 23,'plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (1930 Garden Rd) Owner: Anthony Welded Products P.O. Box 1462 Delano, CA 93216 Agent: Frank Salvucci, Sr. 2. Zoning Application No. 829 110 Legal Description: Being a 11.515 acre tract out of Lots 32 & 33, Allison Richey Gulf Coast Home Co. subdivision, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-504, recorded in Vol. 2, pgs. 23 & 24, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (1854 Garden Road) Owner: F.F. & E. Family Limited Partnership P.O. Box 1462 Delano, CA 93216 Agent: Frank Salvucci, Sr. Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Community Development and Services Gene Tumlinson showed the location maps. 111. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUEST Frank Salvucci, Sr., 2300 Hagen Oaks Boulevard, Bakersfield, California, read off of the Joint Public Hearing minutes where his zone change applications had previously been considered. He addressed several of the people who spoke against his requests. He stated that he originally applied for M-2 zoning because he thought that was appropriate for the area. Mr. Salvucci read off a list of uses that would be allowed in M-2. He added that his companies do not require M-2 zoning. Mr. Salvucci stated that his company has co -existed with the surrounding neighbors in Pearland for ten years. He stated that his companies do not release chemicals or hazardous materials. He also added that they would like to continue their business in Pearland. IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUEST Eleanor Whaley, 7106 Robin Sound, explained that she is a resident of Robin Cove, a subdivision directly across the road from the property on Roy Road. She stated that the homes range from one hundred to three hundred fifty thousand dollars. She explained that the traffic and noise from industrial type traffic would devalue their homes. In addition, she expressed concern regarding the narrow bridge and deep ditches on Roy Road. Steven Davis, 6914 Sharon Drive, showed the subdivision platfor Sharon Estates dated 1963 showing the property as residential use. He expressed concern for other businesses that might come in if this property is zoned for industrial. He stated that Garden Road is being destroyed by large trucks. He is concerned that Roy Road will also be damaged. Mr. Davis stated that the comprehensive plan shows this area as residential. Steven Pappas, 6926 Sharon Drive, expressed concerns regarding the contamination of their water and the heavy traffic. He stated that Roy Road is already dangerous because of the truck traffic. IRA III Wendy Standorf, 7125 Robin Meadow, stated that the Board of Directors of the Robin Cove Homeowners Association had submitted a letter requesting denial of the previous application for M-2. She stated that they have the same concerns as before, such as the safety of the children and the narrow roads and bridges. Mike Whaley, 7013 Robin Sound, urged the Council and Planning Commission to deny these requests. He was concerned that once the property was rezoned, the owner could resale it. He is concerned with the next business that might come in. Don Loftin, 6822 Sharon Drive, stated that their property is adjacent to the proposed zone change application number 830. He presented a letter in opposition to the zone change requests. Citizen, 7013 Cliff Stone Road, expressed concerns with the noise of an industrial type business. Peter Lack, 7126 Robin Meadow, stated concerns with eighteen wheel trucks using Roy Road. Steve Whaley, 7122 Robin Meadow, expressed his opposition to both requests Roy Allison, 7118 Robin Sound, stated that he works for a industrial type company. He explained that they use toxic products in their welding process, painting, etc.. He also stated that his previous comments were concerning the type of people who work there, not their race. He added that the bus stop is located directly across from the property in application 830. Mr. Allison also expressed concerns with the curve in the bridge on Roy Road and the outside storage of supplies. Jerald Landis, 1913 Robin Meadow, stated that he has the same concerns as his neighbors. He also explained that he moved out of Houston to get away from businesses. V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION . none VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Applications No. 819 and 829 adjourned at 7:12 PM. Application No. 830 I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:12 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 Light Industrial District (M-1) on the following described property, to wit: 1. Zoning Application No. 830 Legal Description: Being Lot 9, H. T. & B. R.R. Co, survey, A-504, Section 8, Allison Richey Gulf Coast Home Co. subdivision, recorded in Vol. 2, pg 23, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (Roy Road) Owner: Anthony Welded Products P.O. Box 1462 Delano, CA 93216 Agent: Frank Salvucci, Sr. Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Community Development and Services Gene Tumlinson showed the location map. III. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUEST Frank Salvucci, Sr., stated that he owned the property before the Robin Cove Subdivision was developed. IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUEST Eleanor Whaley, 7106 Robin Sound, stated that the property was purchased for Robin Cove in 1982. She added that development of the subdivision started in 1984 and was accepted by the City in 1997. She expressed concern that Roy Road could not handle the heavy traffic. Steven Davis, 6914 Sharon Drive, explained that there is an H.L. & P. easement between the property on Garden Road and Roy Road. He expressed concern that Sharon Drive might be used to access the properties. Wendy Standorf, 7125 Robin Meadow, stated that she objects to this change for the same reasons she mentioned regarding Application 819 and 829. She also stated that zoning vacant land M-1, leaves it too open. Roy Allison, 7118 Robin Sound, stated that the H.L. & P. easement would not prohibit expansion. He added that it is very easy to get access across the easement. He explained that he chose to move to Pearland after moving thirty seven times as a child. He stated that he would like to stay in Pearland. CI 113 Peter Lack, 7126 Robin Meadow, explained that he does not want Roy Road to be like Garden, Road. He stated that he does not want to live next to industrial property. He also expressed concern regarding the large trucks on Roy Road. Don Loftin, 6822 Sharon Drive, expressed opposition against Zone Change Application No. 830. He stated that his property is adjacent to this. Steve Whaley, 7122 Robin Meadow, stated that this proposed zone change affects more than economics. He added that no one wants industrial type businesses in their back yard. Joe Brown, Roy Road, presented pictures of the bridge on Roy Road. He explained that there is no shoulder and very deep ditches. Steve Pappis, 6926 Sharon Drive, expressed concern about the increase in traffic that would be caused by this type zoning. He also stated that contaminates could seep into their water wells. Bruce Hornsby, 7121 Robin Meadow, stated that he is concerned about the way the property owner conducts business because he stated his part and left the meeting. Marsha Maury, 1938 Garden Road, explained that her mobile backs up to this property. She has enjoyed the land behind her being vacant. V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION none VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 830 adjourned at 7:32 PM. Application No. 744 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:32 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 property, to wit: 1. Zoning Application No. 744 lid Legal Description: Being 2.605 acres out of the North '/z of Lot 41, Figland Orchard subdivision, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-240, recorded in Vol. 3, pg. 77, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (Hatfield Road) Owner: Miguel & Yolanda Aguilar 3134 Hatfield Pearland, TX 77584 Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Community Development and Services Gene Tumlinson showed the location map. III. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUEST none IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUEST Rhonda Triplett, 3010 Hatfield, stated that she is concerned about contamination to the water system with batteries, etc. She stated that she would like to know the plans for disposing of batteries. She also asked whether the batteries would be stored on site. She explained that there are four homes, a swimming pool and a business on the property. She was concerned whether they had enough sewer to serve all of these facilities. She also stated that a bar could be opened on this property if it is zoned General Business. Citizen, 3133 Wagontrail, stated that he wants to know what type of business will be run on this property. Harold Cheek, 3322 Hatfield, stated that he is opposed to the request. Donna Spriggins, 3915 Beechwood, explained that she owns the property where a retirement home facility will be built in the future, therefore, she is concerned what type of business is being proposed. Yolanda Aguilar, owner, explained that it is an existing mechanic shop. She also stated that they.have companies who remove all waste products. She added that they have City sewer. Donna Spriggins, 3915 Beechwood, urged the Council and Planning Commission to deny this request. V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION Director of Community Development and Services Gene Tumlinson explained that there is presently two metal buildings on the property. He stated that it appears to be an automobile related business. He also added that there is a mobile home in front of the metal buildings and existing homes. 6 `� !15 Councilmember William Berger stated that they are zoning dirt. He added as long as the business falls under General Business zoning, it would be allowed if the property was rezoned. VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 744 adjourned at 7:43 PM. Application No. 645 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:44 PM. II. 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 Mobile Home Park District (MH) on the following described property, to wit: Legal Description: Being a 3.300 acre tract out of Lot 39, Allison Richey Gulf Coast Home Co. subdivision, Section 8, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A- 504, recorded in Vol. 2, pgs. 23-24, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (2230 Garden Road) Owner: Michael Vavricka 2230 Garden Road Pearland, TX 77581 Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Community Development and Services Gene Tumlinson showed the location map. 111. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUEST Michael Vavricka, 2230 Garden Road, explained that he has owned this property for seven years. He stated that he has greatly improved the property since he purchased it. He also placed a mobile home on the property to live in. Mr. Vavricka explained that he later added other mobile homes to rent out. He reminded Council and Planning and Zoning that not all people can afford homes or apartments starting at six hundred fifty dollars a month. He showed a picture of the park and explained that it is surrounded by businesses. Mr. Vavricka urged Council and Planning and Zoning to approve the zone change request so that he can continue to improve the property. 116 Tom Hodges of Crane Technologies explained that the lots to the East of this property are zoned industrial. He stated that he owns Lot 10 and four acres South of this. He added that Mike is an exceptional owner and keeps the property very manicured. He explained that he has no problems with Mike or the residents. Donna Lund, 2245 Garden Road, stated that her business is located South of the mobile home park on Lots 11 and 12. She explained that her property is zoned M-2. She also reiterated the fact that the property is very well maintained. Hope Hearing, 2230 Garden Road, explained that he has lived in this mobile home park for five years. He stated that Mike keeps the property very nice and safe. Carol Bensen, 2230 Garden Road, stated that she has lived in the mobile home park for two and a half years because she did not want to live in an apartment. She explained that she can not afford to buy a home, but now lives in a nice three bedroom, 2 bath mobile home. She stated that Mike keeps the property and the mobile homes in good shape. Max Dutton, 2222 N. Austin, explained that he has known Mike Vavricka for sixteen years. He stated that Mike has two mobile homes in his park and if the tenants are trouble, Mike evicts them. IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUEST none V. COUNCIUPLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION none VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 645 adjourned at 7:55 PM. Application No. 814 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:55 PM. II. PURPOSE OF HEARING Request of owners for an amendment to the Land Use and Urban Development Ordinance of said Cityfrom classification General Business District (GB) to Single Family Dwelling District (R-2) on the following described property, to wit: Legal Description: Being Tracts 125A & 128A, approximately 20.00 acres, out of the A.C.H. & B. survey, A-147, according to the map or plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (John Lizer Road) Owner: Roy W. Williams, Jr. HCO2, Box 288 Palacios, TX 77465 Agent: Mauris Hardcastle Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Community Development and Services Gene Tumlinson showed the location map. III. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUEST none IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUEST none V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION none VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Application No. 814 adjourned at 7:58 PM. Applications No. 757, 759. 791. 809,811 and 812 I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:59 PM. II. 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 Single Family Dwelling District (R-1) on the following described property, to wit: 1. Zoning Application No. 757 17 117 118 Legal Description: Being 0.460 acres, a.k.a. Tract 30A1, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A- 309, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (2414 Old Chocolate Bayou Rd) Owner: Lonnie Turner 3054 Old Chocolate Bayou Rd Pearland, TX 77584-8981 2. Zoning Application No. 759 Legal Description: Lot 10, Cas -Con Addition, Section 2, according to the map or plat recorded in Vol. 18, pg. 200, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (5807 Raza Dr.) Owner: Ernest Sanchez, Jr. 6220 Raza Dr. Pearland, TX 77584 3. Zoning Application No. 791 Legal Description: Being Lot 2-I, a 0.784 acre parcel in the J.W. Maxey survey, A-721, according to the deed records of Brazoria Co., TX (9322 W. Sterling) Owner: Alice M. Kemp 9322 W. Sterling Pearland, TX 77584 4. Zoning Application No. 809 Legal Description: Being Lot 8, Block 7, West Lea subdivision, Section 2, according to the plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (7108 West Lea Ln) Owner: Melody J. Hubbard 9413 Arden Court Houston, TX 5. Zoning Application No. 811 Legal Description: Lots 11 & 12, Block 8, Hickory Creek Place subdivision, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-219, recorded in Vol. 11, pgs 1 & 2, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (6405 Kelly) Owner: Raiford & Matta Riggle 6405 Kelly Pearland, TX 77581 10 6. Zoning Application No. 812 119 Legal Description: A tract situated in Lot 9, Allison Richey Gulf Coast Home Co. subdivision, Suburban Gardens, Section 20, H. T. & B. R.R. Co. survey, A-506, recorded in Vol. 2, pg. 23, plat records of Brazoria Co., TX (2330 Sterling Road) Owner: Darren & Joan Garner 2330 Sterling Road Pearland, TX 77584 Chairperson Mary Starr read the purpose of the hearing into the record. Director of Community Development and Services. Gene Tumlinson showed the location maps. III. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK FOR THE PROPOSED REQUEST iC7I IV. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AGAINST THE PROPOSED REQUEST none V. COUNCIL/PLANNING COMMISSION/STAFF DISCUSSION none VI. ADJOURNMENT The Joint Public Hearing to consider Zone Change Applications No. 757, 759, 791, 809, 811 and 812 adjourned at 8:05 PM. The series of Joint Public Hearings adjourned at 8:06 PM. Minutes respectfully submitted by: r�". QAI� 92�O Mona Ann Phipps, Planning & Zonin6 Secretary These minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this 25th d y f October 1999. om Tom Reid, Mayor 11 120 THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK