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REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING �
Council Chambers-City Hall �
Wednesday—June 28,2006 „, APP
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COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT:
R.Bryan Stone,Chairman(Left at 8:00 p.m) Angel Escobar,Director of Engineering
Rudy Garza,Vice Chairman Valerie Gray, Director of Storm Water
Fred Braselton Michael Gunning,AICP,Acting Director of
Atilano J. Huerta Development Services
Johnny R. Martinez Mary Frances Teniente,PE,Assistant Director
Michael Pusley(Arrived at 5:50 p.m) of Development Services/Special Services
Eloy H. Salazar Faryce Goode-Macon,Acting Assistant Director
James Skrobarczyk, Sr. of Development Services/Planning
Miguel S. Saldaua,AICP,City Planner
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Robert Payne,City Planner
Robert Zamora Shannon Murphy,AICP,Planning Consultant
Gail Perry,Recording Secretary
Gary Smith,Assistant City Attorney
I. CALL TO ORDER
A quorum was declared present and the meeting was called to order at 5:37 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion for approval of Planning Commission minutes of June 14, 2006,was made by
Commissioner Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Braselton. Motion passed unanimously with
Commissioners Pusley and Zamora being absent.
III. PRESENTATION FOR ADOPTION OF THE DRAINAGE CRITERIA TECHNICAL
DESIGN
Angel Escobar and Valerie Gray presented the Storm Water Drainage Criteria Technical
Guide to be submitted for approval with a brief slide show by William Green of Goldston
Engineering,Inc. Mr. Escobar stated that the Technical Design Guide has been developed by City
Staff,Goldston Engineering,Inc.,Maverick Engineering, Inc.,J. R. Thompson Engineering,Dodson
&Associates and the Technical Advisory Group to examine and improve upon the levels of
protection,outfall drainage,and elevation criteria within the City. Mr. Escobar stated that the
objective is to present this guide approved and allow the City to proceed on schedule with an adopted
master plan by year end.
Public hearing was opened.
Murf Hudson,Urban Engineering,2725 Swantner,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that the
document does change the standards from previous master plans and will effect the ability for current
development to be economically feasible.
SCANNED
Planning Comn Minutes
June 28,2006
Page 2
There are technical issues and clarifications that still need to be answered and further discussion
should be held prior to approval. The entire master plan and criteria plan should be adopted at the
same time.
In answer to Mr. Hudson's question,Mr. Escobar stated that by approval of the technical
guide, it allows the City to proceed further with the design of the master plan sheets and design
manual. It will also allow the City to foresee problems with the guide prior to approval of the fully
adopted master plan. Information has been sent out to the TAG Team and the Peer Review Team for
comments to insure that the City is not being too stringent.
In answer to Commissioner Skrobarczyk's question,Mr. Escobar stated the goal is to have
this guide approved and utilized immediately by developers and engineers. If the choice is to have
the guide approved but not utilized until year end,the approval of the guide would still allow the City
to proceed. This guide will be the basis for the future documentation.
Commissioner Salazar stated his belief that the costs need to be addressed and determine
what specific benefits will be seen.
In answer to Commissioner Pusley's question,Mr.Escobar stated that upon adoption of the
criteria plan,the current City projects would be implemented immediately through the CIP program.
The timeline would be as follows:
July 11 —City Council presentation and approval
July 18—2nd Reading of Technical Guide(Revisions to be made)
August—More technical meetings reviewing map sheets
September/October—Revisions to Hydraulic Model and Storm Water Master Plan Sheets
November—Distribution of Deliverables and notice to newspaper
December 13—Planning Commission approval
December 19—City Council 1"reading
Chuck Urban,Urban Engineering,2725 Swantner,Corpus Christi,Texas stated the changes
to the 25/100 storm are needed but the main question is the cost. Just for the small areas,the cost will
be substantial. Mr.Urban stated that the full master plan needs to be seen before adoption and the
percentages evaluated. Mr.Urban volunteered to perform a cost analysis on an existing project i.e.,
Rancho Vista Subdivision to ascertain if the percentages set out are accurate by the next Planning
Commission Meeting.
David Miller, 1906 Tolusa Rd.,Corpus Christi,Texas stated his residence was purchased
twenty-two years ago and drainage problems have been experienced ever since. Flood insurance was
not purchased at that time. The last two years the water has flooded into the area. The top soil has
washed away and grass in the back yard does not exist. The water drains from the adjacent homes as
the elevation in the newer homes are higher. The entire Douglas Subdivision experiences problems
with the drainage and something needs to be done.
Dan Leindecker,LNV Engineering, 901 Navigation,Corpus Christi,Texas stated the debate
is between minimum standards and the cost factor. The minimum standards need to be determined
and once that is accomplished,the cost factor needs to be decided upon to determine who pays for
what.
Public hearing was closed.
Planning Comn Minutes
June 28,2006
Page 3
Motion to table the Technical Criteria Guide to the Planning Commission meeting scheduled
for July 12, 2006 was made by Commissioner Braselton and seconded by Commissioner Salazar.
Motion passed with a vote of five(5)to three(3)with Commissioner Zamora being absent.
IV. PLATS
Miguel Saldana read continued plat agenda item"a"(shown below)into the record and stated
that the applicant has requested a continuance to the Planning Commission meeting of July 12,2006.
Staff recommends approval.
a. 0206039-NP022
Waldron Road Subdivision(Preliminary— 15.8985 Acres)
Located south of Graham Road and east of Waldron Road.
Motion for approval to recommend continuance of plat agenda item"a"to the July 12,2006
public hearing was made by Commissioner Braselton and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk.
Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Zamora being absent.
Miguel Saldana read continued plat agenda item"b" (shown below)into the record and stated
the item had been submitted requesting approval for a variance request and plat action.
b. 0606107-P046
Caribbean Subdivision(Final Replat-4.86 Acres)
Located north of Haven Drive and east of Violet Road.
i. Variance Request
ii. Plat Action
Mr. Saldafia stated the variance request involves exceeding the maximum cul-de-sac length of
750 feet. The road has two(2)bulbs which will provide emergency vehicles sufficient space to turn
around when necessary. Staff recommends approval of the variance due to an extraordinary hardship
to the property and stated the property is platted.
Public hearing was opened.
No one was present in favor or opposition.
Public hearing was closed.
Motion for approval of variance was made by Commissioner Huerta and seconded by
Commissioner Braselton. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Zamora being absent.
Motion for approval of plat was made by Commissioner Huerta and seconded by
Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Zamora being absent.
Miguel Saldarla read continued plat agenda item"c"(shown below)into the record and stated
the itcm had been submitted requesting approval for a variance request which includes three(3)parts
and approval of the plat action.
Planning Cumuli.",Minutes11.10
June 28,2006
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c. 0606116-NP060
Southlake Subdivision(Preliminary— 146.48 Acres)
Located east of Rodd Field Road between Brooke Road(CR
26A)and Slough Road.
i. Variance Request
ii. Plat Action
The first part of the variance request involves exceeding the maximum cul-de-sac length of
750 feet. Mr. Saldana stated this is a private gated subdivision and the applicant has provided access
gates to the south,east and north of the cul-de-sac for emergency vehicles. The Fire Department has
stated there is no objection to using these gates for entry. To the north of the main entrance of the
cul-de-sac which borders Master Channel 27, emergency access will not be able to be obtained. Staff
has no objection to the approval of the variance exceeding the cul-de-sac length.
The second part of the variance addresses installation of sidewalks within the subdivision.
Mr. Saldaha stated the platting ordinance section under"design standard"requires private streets to
have sidewalks located on both sides of the subdivision.
The applicant has requested sidewalks not to be provided and has stated that a compromise may be
worked out with Staff as to where sidewalks would be installed. Staff is not in support of this request
and does not see an extraordinary hardship in this instance.
The third part of the variance involves a number of corner lots. These lots include(2) front
yards, with a twenty-five(25)foot front yard setback and a side yard setback which fronts on another
street but backs up to another lot. The applicant is proposing a fifteen(15) foot side yard requirement
in lieu of the twenty-five(25) foot required setback. This twenty-five(25) foot requirement is part of
the zoning ordinance and Staff does not find an extraordinary hardship to substantiate approval of
their request.
Public hearing was opened.
Chuck Urban,2725 Swantner,Corpus Christi,Texas stated the subdivision will not consist of
"public"traffic and the installation of sidewalks is opposed. Mr.Urban stated a willingness to place
sidewalks in some areas of the subdivision but not necessarily on both sides of the street. The
developer is attempting to develop something different with this project and would hope for
consideration on the corner lots regarding the setbacks. The homeowners will have the full
responsibility of maintaining the streets.
In answer to Commissioner Pusley's question,Mr.Urban stated the streets are not dedicated.
Regarding the setbacks,Mr. Urban stated a note would be placed on the plat restricting the driveways to
be placed onto the street with the 25-foot setback.
Mary Frances Teniente stated in respect to setbacks and frontages,the platting ordinance states
that all private street access easements are to be treated as public street right-of-ways in determining
building setbacks and frontages.
Alton Scavo (developer and owner of project),Corpus Christi,Texas stated when the property
was purchased,there were meetings held with Staff regarding a"PUD"which would involve
approximately ten(10) corner lots with a more conventional layout. It was decided that a"PUD"would
not be an option. The development plan is to build a more upscale development utilizing the lake on
the property.
Planning Comr`n Minutes
June 28,2006
Page 5
In the current layout,there are sixteen(16)cul-de-sacs with a minimum amount of residences on each
side of the street. With the deletion of the sidewalks,the owner is often more receptive to this type of
property as it gives a more rural,larger look to the property. There has also been seven(7)acres
dedicated by the owner to the City for Master Channel 27 which would deny the development access to
Brooke Road.
Public hearing was closed.
Motion for approval of variance was made by Commissioner Braselton and seconded by
Commissioner Salazar. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Zamora being absent.
Motion for approval of plat was made by Commissioner Salazar and seconded by
Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Zamora being absent.
Miguel Saldana read new plat agenda item"c"(shown below)into the record and stated this item
had been submitted for approval. Staff recommends approval.
c. 0606119-P054
Rancho Vista Subdivision Unit 4(Final—25.685 Acres)
Located south of Yorktown Boulevard and east of the Rodd Field Road
extension.
Public hearing was opened
No one was present in favor or opposition.
Public hearing was closed.
Motion for approval of plat agenda item"c"was made by Commissioner Salazar and
seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Braselton
abstaining from the vote and Commissioner Zamora being absent.
Miguel Saldafa read new plat agenda items"a,b,d,e,f,and g"(shown below)into the
record and stated these items had been submitted for approval. Staff recommends approval.
a. 0606117-P052
Crossgate Ridge Unit 1 (Final—7.90 Acres)
Located north of Lipes Boulevard and west of South Staples Street
(FM 2444).
b. 0606118-P053
Padre Island—Corpus Christi Section No. 4,Block 192, Lot IOR
(Final Reolat—0.1480 Acre)
Located north of Cruiser Street and west of South Padre Island
Drive(Park Road 22).
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d. 0606120-P055
River Ridge Unit 2,Block 1.Lots 1 &2(Final—5.558 Acres)
Located south of Northwest Boulevard(FM 624)and west of
Hazel Bazemore Road(CR 69).
e. 0606121-P056
Saratoga Center,Block I,Lots 12A& 12B (Final Replat— 1.498
Acres)
Located south of Saratoga Boulevard(SH 357)and west of Patti Drive.
f. 0606122-P057
Staples Plaza Unit I,Block 1,Lots 5A&5B(Final— 1.485
Acres)
Located north of Timbergate Drive and east of South Staples
Street(FM 2444).
g. 0606126-NP063
Padre Island—Corpus Christi Mariner's Cay,Block 512,Lot IR
(Final Replat— 1.375 Acres)
Located west of South Padre Island Drive and east of Compass Street.
Public hearing was opened
No one was present in favor or opposition.
Public hearing was closed.
Motion for approval of plat agenda items"a,b,d,e,f,and g"was made by Commissioner
Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with
Commissioner Zamora being absent.
IV. ZONING
1. New Zoning
a. Case No. 0606-05 and Plat 0606123-P058
Cross Roads Builders: From a"F-R"Farm-Rural District to a
"R-2"/"PUD-2"Multiple Dwelling District/Planned Unit Development-2
Sunshine Acres,a Portion of Block 11,Lot 13,located on the north side of
Wooldridge Road and approximately 1,200 feet west of Rodd Field Road
Robert Payne presented the above subject property(a new application from the request
submitted in April,2006)requesting a change in zoning to a"R-2"/"PUD-2"Multiple Dwelling
District/Planned Unit Development—2 for the purpose of development of twenty(20)townhouses
comprising of five(5)buildings. The surrounding area consists of low-density residential with the
future land use map recommending the same. The townhouses will consist of one (I)and two(2) story
units ranging from 1,500 to 1,770 square feet on 2.48 acres.
Planning Comr'1100n Minutes
June 28,2006
Page 7
The applicant proposes to locate the townhouses next to the existing drainage ditch along the east side
of the property with the parking area and private road to the west. There were fifty-two(52)notices
mailed out with zero returned in favor and 28%returned in opposition. In view that this is a narrow 150
foot wide remnant of land making single family use an inefficient use of the property, Staff
recommends approval subject to a site plan and the following conditions:
1. Height: Buildings shall not exceed two stories.
2. Liphtinp: Outdoor lighting shall be directed away from adjacent single family
residential neighborhoods with no more than moon light(two lumens)at the property
lines of the property.
3. Time Limit: Construction of the townhouse project shall commence within two(2)
years from the approved ordinance date of the"R-2"I"PUD-2"overlay and construction
shall be completed within five(5)years from the approved ordinance date of the"R-2"
with a"PUD-2"overlay,or the PUD-2 expires.
In answer to Commissioner Pusley's question,Mr. Payne stated that the rear portion of the
townhomes will back up to the Windsong residential development and the drainage ditch and
currently there is no fencing requirement for this project.
Public hearing was opened.
Joe Garcia(representing Cross Road Builders),4626 Weber Road, Corpus Christi,Texas
stated that the proposed townhome development is comprised of a 150 foot wide piece of property,
600 feet in depth with four(4)plexes with five(5)buildings. There will be two story units in the
center of the development with single story units on the outside with identical buildings made of
stucco and 30-year composite roofing. Fencing will be around the gated complex with a homeowners
association in place to take care of all maintenance. There will not be a dumpster location as all trash
will have individual private pick up. Infill development for the City has been requested and it is
possible on this piece of property.
In answer to Commissioner Huerta's question, Mr. Garcia stated there will be a separation of
sixty(60)feet from the residential development.
In answer to Commissioner Pusley's question,Mr. Garcia stated the neighborhood
association will be collecting dues and each unit will be owner occupied. Regarding the fencing,Mr.
Garcia stated that it will be a six(6)foot wood fence with stucco columns every twenty(20)feet.
Miguel Saldafa stated that the drainage easement is approximately 120 feet in width.
Regarding the landscaping, Mr. Garcia stated that the strip outlined on the site plan is
intended to be a landscape strip with low shrubs and trees. This will help to screen the separation
between the townhomes and the residential area.
Miguel Saldafia stated there is a fifteen(15)foot utility easement along the west property line
so trees would not be recommended in that area.
Mr. Garcia stated the intent is to put the utility easement below the drive areas in the
development along with installation of a fire hydrant. The far west side will be dedicated to the
landscaping with the east side serving the utility easement.
Jon Keith,2422 Windsong,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that the first time notification was
received regarding this case in April,there were seventy-five notices in opposition. With this case,
there were some neighbors that did not receive notification.
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June 28,2006
Page 8
Mr. Keith stated that his residence was purchased twenty-one(21)years ago and at that time
there was a vacant lot at this location and was told that the land would stay vacant and not be
developed. Mr.Keith stated his opposition to the construction of this development. This is a very
narrow area which includes a large drainage ditch.The whole area is surrounded by single-family
residential housing that opposes the construction of this multi-family development. Regarding the
landscaping,there is no space to put trees in the area.
Barry Dalton, 2429 Windsong, Corpus Christi,Texas stated that this is a tiny piece of land
and was built on a one hundred(100)year flood plain. The floor plan is very deceiving as to what it
actually is. Mr. Dalton stated he was also told that it would never be developed.
Patricia Trujillo,2430 Windsong,Corpus Christi,Texas stated the property was purchased as
a retirement home a year ago. Due to the information received that no development would occur on
the adjoining property,wall-to-wall windows were installed overlooking my back yard. With the
development of these townhouses,there will be no privacy available to me and the resale value of the
property would not equal what has been spent on the property. Ms.Trujillo stated that there is a very
old bridge located on Wooldridge near the drainage ditch which is not safe and there will be a
problem with emergency vehicles accessing this development.
Mary Myress,stated her property is located across the ditch on Woodway Drive and stated
opposition to two(2) story buildings looking into her property. The residents on Cimarron Drive
have been very unhappy with the apartment development that was built next to a residential
development in their area which is similar to what is being proposed here. Also,Wooldridge Road is
very narrow and won't be fixed until at least 2008. There will also be increased traffic with this
development.
Public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Braselton stated that the development would only improve the property as it is
now. Additionally,the price of the townhomes will be pretty substantial and similar to the ones that
are very nice which are located on Airline Road.
Commissioner Salazar stated that with the size of the property,this is probably the only thing
that could be done with the property. Otherwise,the property would just stay vacant,and for the
property owner,that would not be an option. With 1600 square feet townhouses, I don't see the de-
evaluation. This is something supported by Staff and will be a gated community with certain
conditions to be placed upon it.
In answer to Commissioner Pusley's question regarding drainage, Mary Frances Teniente
stated that the plan improvements do not require an additional drainage easement dedication. There is
a need for a small part of parcel acquisition at the corner of the ditch for access and that is being
worked out with the developer.
Commissioner Pusley stated that Mr.Garcia has submitted a nice plan but also very
sympathetic to the neighbors.
In answer to Commissioner Huerta's question,Mr. Garcia stated that with the size of the
property, no developer would do a single family residential development. A flagged lot design would
only accommodate two(2)to three(3)homes.
Motion for approval of a'R-2"P'PUD-2"Multiple Dwelling District/Planned Unit
Development—2 was made by Commissioner Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Braselton
subject to a site plan and the following conditions:
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June 28,2006
Page 9
1. Height: Buildings shall not exceed two stories.
2. Liphtinp: Outdoor lighting shall be directed away from adjacent single family residential
neighborhoods with no more than moon light(two lumens)at the property lines of the
property.
3. Time Limit: Construction of the townhouse project shall commence within two(2)years
from the approved ordinance date of the"R-2"/`PUD-2"overlay and construction shall be
completed within five(5)years from the approved ordinance date of the"R-2"/`PUD-2"
overlay,or the PUD-2 expires.
4. Screening Fence: A six(6) foot wood fence with stucco columns every twenty(20)feet.
5. Landscaping: Landscape strip to the east consisting of low shrubs and live oak trees of three
(3)inch caliper placed fifty feet on center.
Motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Huerta and Pusley voting no and
Commissioners Stone and Zamora being absent.
Plat No. 0606123-P058
Sunshine Acres,Block 1.Lot 13R(Final Replat—2.50 Acres)
Located north of Wooldridge Road and west of Woodway Drive,
both west of Rodd Field Road.
Miguel Saidana stated that the plat had been submitted for approval and the applicant is
working on the easement drainage ditch. Staff recommends approval.
Motion for approval of plat was made by Commissioner Martinez and seconded by
Commissioner Salazar. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Huerta voting no,
Commissioner Pusley being out of the mom and Commissioners Stone and Zamora being absent.
b. Case No.0606-07
Roy D. Bennett: From a'R-1B/SP"One-family Dwelling District with a
Special Permit to a"B-1"Neighborhood Business District
Guth Parkside Annex,Lot 4A,Block 1, located along Rand Morgan Road
and approximately 410 feet south of Up River Road
Shannon Murphy provided a Power Point presentation of the above case and surrounding
area which is located along the eastern portion of Rand Morgan Road requesting a"B-P"
Neighborhood Business District for the purpose of commercial development. Mrs. Murphy stated
that the prospective buyer of this property is interested in starting a business involving transporting
disabled adults. The subject property is located in a`R-1B"One-Family Dwelling District and
received a Special Permit in 1984 to allow for commercial use to operate a trampoline repair
business. The surrounding land use is a mixture of single family residential and general
commercial business with the future land use map supporting commercial uses. There were fifty
(50)notices mailed out with zero returned in favor and 14.64%received in opposition. Staff
recommends denial of a"B-1"Neighborhood Business District and,in lieu thereof,approval of a
"B-I A"Neighborhood Business District.
Public hearing was opened.
Roy Bennett, 11105 Birdwood,Corpus Christi,Texas stated his preference for the request
would be a"B-1"on the front portion and a"B-1A"on the back portion of the property.
Public hearing was closed.
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June 28,2006
Page 10
Faryce Goode-Macon stated that if the`B-1"and"B-1A"zoning is split within the property,
an additional metes and bounds will be required.
Motion was made for approval of a"B-1"Neighborhood Business District by Commissioner
Skrobarczyk and seconded by Commissioner Salazar.
Commissioners Pusley, Braselton and Huerta stated their support of a'B-1"/"B-IA"
Neighborhood Business District split on the property.
Commissioner Skrobarczyk rescinded the motion for a'B-1"Neighborhood Business
District.
Motion was made for approval of a"B-I"Neighborhood Business District on the front
portion of the property and a"B-1A"on the rear portion of the property per the metes and bounds
description by Commissioner Salazar and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion
passed unanimously with Commissioner Pusley voting no and Commissioners Stone and Zamora
being absent.
c. Case No. 0606-08
Access Properties,Ltd: From a"T-1B"Manufactured Home Park District
to a"B-4"General Business District for Tract 1 and "1-2"Light Industrial
Use for Tract 2
Tract 1: Being 8.84 acres out of 27.82 acres and Tract 2: Being 9.35 acres
out of 27.82 acres,both in Farias Grant out of Luby Tract 6,Abstract 592,
located at the intersection of CR 52 and US Hwy 77
Shannon Murphy provided a Power Point presentation of the above case as outlined in the
summary report listed below:
• The applicant is requesting a change of zoning for 18.19 acres out of a 27.82 acre tract from
"T-IB"Manufactured Home Subdivision to"B-4"General Business District for Tract I and"1-2"
Light Industrial District for Tract 2.
• The subject property is being subdivided out of a 27.82 acre tract of Farias Grant out of Luby
Tract 6 Abstract 592 and is currently undeveloped. It is located on US Highway 77 at the
intersection with County Road 52.
• The applicant proposes a light industrial subdivision with lots at one to two acres for the use of
small contractors(such as plumbing and electrical) and auto repair shops. The auto repair shops
would be located in the requested "B-4" District and the contractors' shops would be located in
the requested "1-2" District. The applicant is requesting "1-2" for the property in the rear for the
purpose of allowing outside storage for plumbing and electrical contractors.
• The "BA" District provides for all types of commercial and miscellaneous service activities,
particularly along certain existing major streets where a general mixture of commercial and
service activity now exists. The "1-2" District is intended for light manufacturing, fabricating,
warehousing and wholesale distributing in high or low buildings and also permits outside storage
that is screened from view from the at-grade public right-of-way.
Planning Corms Minutes
June 28,2006
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• County Road 52 will be extended into the subject property. Currently the alignment proposed by
the applicant differs from the location shown on the Urban Transportation Plan and will need to
be recognized on the plat. County Road 52 is a recommended arterial street with an ultimate 100'
right-of-way, four travel lanes and a landscaped median. The Urban Transportation Plan states
the purpose of a secondary arterial as providing citywide traffic mobility but functions at a lower
level and places more emphasis on land access. The primary function of arterials is to provide
efficient movement. Traffic generated from this project would have direct access to County Road
52.
• Properties immediately adjacent to the north and northwest of the subject property are zoned
"B-4"General Business District and"F-R"Farm-Rural District. The properties to the east and
northeast are zoned"F-R"Farm-Rural District. The property to the south is zoned"T-1B"
Manufactured Home Subdivision. The current zoning to the west is"B-4"General Business
District.
• The subject property is currently vacant. Staff is reviewing the adopted future land use mobile
home designation in the area.Light industrial land use is being considered as an alternative due
to proximity to US Highway 77(NAFTA corridor)and the area's isolation from adjacent
properties due to a CP&L easement and drainage easement to the north,railroad line to the east,
and US Highway 77 to the west.
There were nine(9)notices mailed out with zero returned in favor or opposition. Staff
recommends approval of this request.
In answer to Commissioner Pusley's question,Faryce Goode-Macon stated the Urban
Transportation Plan indicates there will be a buffer between the light industrial use and the existing
manufactured home park to the south with the extension of County Road 52.
Public hearing was opened.
Charlie Massey,owner of Access Properties,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that a Ford store
is located on a portion of Tract I and there are plans to develop a Chevrolet store. Once approved,
our intention is to focus on the platting and drainage within the 27 acres available and develop
small commercial uses.
Public hearing was closed.
Motion for approval was made Commissioner Skrobarczyk and seconded by Commissioner
Martinez. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Pusley voting no and Commissioners
Stone and Zamora being absent.
d. Case No. 0606-09
Bernard and Kim Seger: From a`R-IB"One-family Dwelling District to
a"F-R"Farm Rural District
Being 13.042 acres out of Lot 17, Section 40,Flour Bluff&Encinal
Farm & Garden Tracts and located on Glenoak Drive and approximately
1,300 feet west of Flour Bluff Drive
Robert Payne presented the above case reviewing the subject property located on Glenoak
and Flour Bluff Drive with the surrounding area consisting primarily of"R-1B"Single Family
Residential and"F-R"Farm Rural.
Planning Comn Minutes
June 28,2006
Page 12
The subject property is currently vacant and the purpose of the request is the addition of a barn on the
subject's property. The future land use calls for residential development with the proposed
development being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan for the area. Staff recommends approval.
Public hearing was opened.
Chip Urban,Urban Engineering, 2725 Swantner,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that he is
representing the owner and is available for questions. The applicant owns thirteen(13)horses and is
building a barn. As the applicant can not utilize more than 50%of their main structure,this zoning
change is being requested.
Public hearing was closed.
Motion for approval was made by Commissioner Salazar and seconded by Commissioner
Braselton. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Stone and Zamora being absent.
VIII. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
A. FUTURE SCHEDULED MEETINGS
Faryce Goode-Macon stated that the Planning Commission meeting of October 18, 2006 will
need to be cancelled due to the upcoming APA conference being held in Corpus Christi.
Motion for cancellation of the October 18,2006 was made by Commissioner Braselton and
seconded by Commissioner Salazar. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Stone and
Zamora being absent.
B. EXCUSED ABSENCES
Motion was made to excuse Commissioner Skrobarczyk by Commissioner Salazar and
seconded by Commissioner Braselton. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Stone and
Zamora being absent.
C. OTHER MATTERS
Faryce Goode-Macon stated that a tour of the Art Center of South Texas will be offered to the
Planning Commission on June 29,2006 at 4:00 p.m.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m. Motion passed unanimously with
Commissioners Stone and Zamora being absent.
Faryce Goode-Macon Gail Perry
Acting Director of Development Services/Planning Recording Secretary
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