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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Planning Commission - 01/25/2006 it a MINUTES REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS O r` !; ^' to Council Chambers-City Hall w ti Wednesday—January 25,2006 5:30 P.M. N Asti '9E 6Z Sta COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: R.Bryan Stone,Chairman Barbara Holly,AICP,Director of Rudy Garza,Vice Chairman Development Services Fred Braselton Mary Frances Teniente,PE,Assistant A. Javier Huerta Director of Development Services Johnny R. Martinez Faryce Goode-Macon, Senior City Planner Michael Pusley Miguel S. Saldafia,MCP,City Planner James Skrobarczyk, Sr. Mic Raasch,City Planner Robert Zamora Sylvia Arispe,City Planner Dan McGinn,City Planner COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Gary Smith,Assistant City Attorney Eloy H. Salazar Gail Perry,Recording Secretary I. CALL TO ORDER A quorum was declared and the meeting was called to order at 5:40 p.m. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion for approval of Planning Commission Minutes of January 11, 2006 was made by Commissioner Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Zamora. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. III. PLATS 1. Continued Plats Miguel Saldafia read plat agenda items"a, c,d,g,h"(shown below)into the record and stated that the applicants' were requesting a continuance to the next Planning Commission meeting scheduled on February 8,2006 and plat agenda item"e"(shown below)has requested to be continued to the Planning Commission meeting scheduled on February 22,2006. Staff concurs. a. 1005166-P70 Laguna Madre Acres,Tract 14,Lot 1 (Final—1.03 Acres) Located south of Glenoak Drive and west of Laguna Shores Road. c. 1205195-P80 Queen's Crossing Unit 2(Final— 12.393 Acres) Located east of Cimarron Boulevard and south of Lens Drive. SCANNED �r V' • Planning Commission Minutes January 25,2006 Page 2 d. 1205201-NP121 Quality Ready Mix Addition, OCL(Preliminary—37.5 Acres) Located south of County Road 26A and east of County Road 37. e. 0106009-P009 Gardendale Subdivision, Block 7, Lots IOC & IOD (Final Replat — 0.234 Acre) Located west of Nelson Drive and north of Holly Road. g. 0106018-NP005 Mesquite Ridge Subdivision,OCL(Preliminary-328.00 Acres) Located south of FM 624 and west of County Road 95. h. 0106020-NP007 Greenfields by the Bay Unit 3 (Preliminary-19.716 Acres) Located south of Wooldridge Road and east of Rodd Field Road(SH 357). Motion made by Commissioner Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk to recommend continuance of plats items"a,c,d,g,h"to the February 8,2006 public hearing and plat item"e"to the February 22, 2006 public hearing. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Miguel Saldafia read plat agenda item`b"(shown below)into the record and stated that this plat was tabled from the Planning Commission meeting of January 11,2006 to make a determination on a provision for a 50 foot street access road in connection with a one(1)foot lot owned by the applicant which is located on the east side of Slough Road. The applicant has agreed to this requested provision. Mr. Saldana cited the platting ordinance stating that the reserved strips controlling access to the streets shall be prohibited unless the control is definitely placed in the City under conditions approved by the Planning Commission. The 50 foot wide dedication will be made under no compensation and should the developer need access, a 50 foot access allowance will be made under review by Staff. Staff recommends approval. b. 1205193-P78 Legends of Diamante Unit 1 (Final— 13.325 Acres) Located north of Slough Road east of Rodd Field Road. Public hearing was opened. Pat Vetetoe,20 Buffalo Street, Corpus Christi,Texas thanked the City for their cooperation and was agreeable to the conditions. Public hearing was closed. ISO 'S Planning Commission Minutes January 25,2006 Page 3 Motion for approval of above plat was made by Commissioner Pusley and seconded by Commissioner Braselton. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Miguel Saidana read plat agenda items"i"(shown below)into the record and stated that Ms. Barbara Holly,Director of Development Services,would address the items necessary for approval. i. 0106023-NP010 River Bend Ranch(Preliminary—215.32 Acres) Located south of Yorktown Boulevard and east of Rodd Field Road. Ms. Holly stated that the City is working with the developer on this plat. As this development involves sewer planning area#30,there may be some provisions needed for the lift station and gravity sewer,however,it will not affect the face of the plat. The developer will work cooperatively with the City on the dimensions and features of the lift station but the plat is approvable and Staff recommends approval. Public hearing was opened. There was no one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion for approval of above plat was made by Commissioner Braselton and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Miguel Saldana read plat agenda item"?'(shown below)into the record and stated that Staff recommends approval. f. 0106012-P012 River Bend Ranch Subdivision Unit 1 (Final—31.430 Acres) Located south of Yorktown Boulevard and east of Rodd Field Road. Public hearing was opened. There was no one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion for approval of above plat was made by Commissioner Garza and seconded by Commissioner Martinez. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. 2. New Plats Miguel Saidafia read plat agenda items"a,b,c,d, f and g"(shown below) into the record and stated that Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission Minutes January 25,2006 Page 3 Motion for approval of above plat was made by Commissioner Pusley and seconded by Commissioner Braselton. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Miguel Saldana read plat agenda items"i"(shown below)into the record and stated that Ms. Barbara Holly,Director of Development Services, would address the items necessary for approval. i. 0106023-NP010 River Bend Ranch(Preliminary—215.32 Acres) Located south of Yorktown Boulevard and east of Rodd Field Road. Ms.Holly stated that the City is working with the developer on this plat. As this development involves sewer planning area#30,there may be some provisions needed for the lift station and gravity sewer,however, it will not affect the face of the plat. The developer will work cooperatively with the City on the dimensions and features of the lift station but the plat is approvable and Staff recommends approval. Public hearing was opened. There was no one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion for approval of above plat was made by Commissioner Braselton and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Miguel Saldana read plat agenda item"P(shown below)into the record and stated that Staff recommends approval. f. 0106012-P012 River Bend Ranch Subdivision Unit 1 (Final—31.430 Acres) Located south of Yorktown Boulevard and east of Rodd Field Road. Public hearing was opened. There was no one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion for approval of above plat was made by Commissioner Garza and seconded by Commissioner Martinez. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. 2. New Plats Miguel Saldana read plat agenda items "a,b, c,d, f and g"(shown below)into the record and stated that Staff recommends approval. Planning Commission Mir P r January 25,2006 Page 4 a. 0106024-P014 Cornerstone Subdivision Unit 3 (Final— 14.026 Acres) Located north of Don Patricio Road and east of Flour Bluff Drive. b. 0106025-P015 Cornerstone Subdivision Unit 4(Final— 13.554 Acres) Located north of Don Patricio Road and east of Flour Bluff Drive. c. 0106026-P016 Oso Bay Ranch Estates Unit 1 (Final Replat— 15.946 Acres) Located west of Roscher Road at Ramfield Road,north of Yorktown Boulevard. d. 0106027-NP011 Foxwood Estates(Preliminary— 111.94 Acres) Located between Weber Road(FM 43)and Everhart Road south of Saratoga Boulevard(SH 357). f. 0106029-NP013 Ocean Park Subdivision Unit 1,Block 1,Lot 1 (Final—3.436 Acres) Located north of State Highway 361 and east of Sand Dollar Avenue. g. 0106030-NP014 South End Addition,Block 2,Lots 2D& 3B(Final Replat—0.50 Acre) Located south of Park Avenue and east of Fifth Street. Public hearing was opened. There was no one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion for approval was made by Commissioner Huerta and seconded by Commissioner Pusley. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Miguel Saldafia read plat agenda item"e"(shown below)into the record stated that the applicant was requesting a continuance to the next Planning Commission meeting scheduled on February 8,2006 and Staff concurs. e. 0106028-NP012 Northwest Estates Future Units (Preliminary—20.646 Acres) Located north of Northwest Boulevard(FM 624)and east of FM 1889. Motion made by Commissioner Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Braselton to recommend continuance of plat item"e"to the February 8,2006 public hearing. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. 41110 Planning Commission Minutes January 25,2006 Page 5 3. Time Extensions Miguel Saldafia read plat agenda items"a,b and c"(shown below)into the record and stated that the applicants' are requesting a six-month time extension and Staff recommends approval. a. 0205014-P07 Highland Oaks Subdivision Unit 5 (Final—5.176 Acres) Located southwest of St.Peter Street,south of Glenoak Drive and east of FlourBluff Drive. b. 0705108-P48 Kitty Hawk Subdivision Unit 1 (Final-51.284 Acres) Located south of South Staples Street(FM 2444)at Country Creek Road and eastof County Road 41. c. 0705110-P50 Northwest Crossing Unit 5 (Final—8.311 Acres) Located north of Oregon Trail, west of Rand Morgan Road(FM 2292) and south of Leopard Street. Public hearing was opened. There was no one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion to approve time extensions for items"a,b and c"were made by Vice-Chairman Garza and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. IV. (THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WILL BE RECESSED AT THIS POINT) AGENDA CORPUS CHRISTI BEACH/DUNE COMMITTEE MEETING Wednesday—January 25,2006 8:21 P.M. City Hall Council Chambers A. CALL TO ORDER(5:55 p.m.) B. TABLED BEACHFRONT CONSTRUCTION CERTIFICATE 4,10 Planning Commission Min Tes January 25,2006 Page 6 1. BCC1205-01 Urban Engineering(Casa Villageo): Consideration of a Beachfront Construction Certificate of a 34 lot residential subdivision(Casa Villageo)on a 33.639 acre tract. 33.639 acres out of all of Tract 28 and a portion of Tracts 29 and 30,Mustang Island Section 2,located on Mustang Island,in Nueces County,Texas. Mic Raasch stated that the applicant is requesting that the case be tabled to the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 8,2006. Motion was made by Commissioner Zamora and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk to table Case No.BCC1205-01 to the February 8,2006 meeting. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. C. NEW BEACHFRONT CONSTRUCTION CERTIFICATE 2. BCC0106-02 City of Corpus Christi: Packery Channel South Parking Lot ADA Ramp to Beach Lots 13, 14 and 15,Padre Isles, Section A,on Padre Island,in Nueces County, Texas Mic Raasch stated that the above request is for construction of a handicap accessible ramp on 2.9 acre of city owned land on the North Padre Island Seawall. This property is located at mid- point of the seawall. There is a public parking lot that has just been completed and this is the second phase of the project for access down to the beach. The findings are as follows: 1. Will be located landward of the Erosion Area Restriction Line and will be consistent with the State dune walkover guidelines; 2. Is located on a proposed public beach accessway which is being constructed by the City of Corpus Christi; 3. Does not functionally support or depend on,or otherwise relate to proposed or existing structures that encroach on the public beach; and 4. Is consistent with the City's Beach Access Plan and applicable state law. There were one hundred sixty-eight(168)notices mailed out with zero returned in opposition and three(3)returned in favor and Staff recommends approval. Public hearing was opened. No one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion for approval was made by Commissioner Zamora and seconded by Commissioner Martinez subject to the following findings: 1. Will be located seaward of the Erosion Area Line and will be consistent with the State dune walkover guidelines; Planning Commission Minutes January 25,2006 Page 7 2. Is located on a proposed public beach accessway which is being constructed by the City of Corpus Christi; 3. Does not functionally support or depend on, or otherwise relate to proposed or existing structures that encroach on the public beach; and 4. Is consistent with the City's Beach Access Plan and applicable state law. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. C. ADJOURNMENT at 5:59 p.m. (RECONVENE REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING at 6:00 p.m.) V. ZONING 1. Tabled Zoning a. 0106-02 Javelina Company: From"I-2"Light Industrial District to an "I-3"Heavy Industrial District Ehlers Garden Tract 8,(one acre out of former Dunn Tract), along Eden lane and 400 feet west of McBride Lane. Faryce Goode-Macon stated that the applicant has requested to table case to the February 8, 2006 Harming Commission meeting to allow time for further information to be provided to the neighborhood regarding concerns with the rezoning. Motion was made by Commissioner Zamora and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk to table Case No. 0106-02 to the February 8, 2006 public hearing. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. b. 0106-04 Harry Womble: "A-1"Apartment House District to an"AB"_Professional Office District South End W 2/3 Rds of W/2 of Lot 2Q Block 2,located north of South Staples Street and South of South Tancahua Street. Mr.Dan McGinn presented the above case that was tabled from the January 11,2006 Planning Commission meeting due to an inability to contact the applicant and obtain additional information regarding the rezoning. Since the last meeting, communication and review of the project has been made. His plan for the project is to move an existing structure from Louisiana Avenue to the subject property with office space developed for the first floor and a residence on the second floor. A preliminary site plan has been submitted and the applicant is awaiting approval of plat. The lot is 13,000 square feet which is large enough to accommodate parking,landscaping and open spaces needed. The trips generated will be less than a fully developed"A-1"property which was a prior concern and may provide a entryway of future development for the area. Staff recommends approval. Ms.Holly stated that the applicant will need to come into compliance with the commercial standards such as wiring,etc.,once the house is moved. Planning Commission Miheit January 25,2006 Page 8 In answer to Commissioner Zamora's question, the structure size is 45' by 21' and Mr.Womble owns the adjoining lot. In answer to Commissioner Pusley's question,Ms.Holly stated that the proposed driveway could not be shared with the neighboring residential lot. Vice-Chairman Garza stated that the lots are not extremely large and did not feel there was not a potential concern for apartment use. Public hearing was opened. There was no one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Harry Womble, 721 Park Avenue, Corpus Christi Texas stated that he was available for any questions. As far as driveway concerns, I am willing to work with the City and the residential area as to the most advantageous entry and exit points. Commissioner Pusley stated that one option might be a special permit tied to the property. Public hearing was closed. Motion for approval was made by Vice-Chairman Garza and seconded by Commissioner Braselton. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Zamora abstaining and Commissioner Salazar being absent. 2. New Zoning a. 0106-06 Jose G.Lopez: "R-1B"One-family Dwelling District to an"A-1" Apartment House District Cabaniss Acres,Block 4, Lot 22,located 200 feet from the southwest intersection of Carolyn Drive and Wood Street. Sylvia Arispe stated that the applicant has requested that the above case be tabled to the February 8,2006 Planning Commission meeting. Public hearing was opened. There was no one in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion to table Case No. 0106-06 to the February 8,2006 Planning Commission meeting was made by Commissioner Slcobarczyk and seconded by Commissioner Martinez. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Planning Commission Minlfes January 25,2006 Page 9 b. 0106-07 K C Corpus Partners,L.P.: "B-1A"Neighborhood Business District to a "B-1"Neighborhood Business District Northwest Estates Addition,Block 10,Lot 1, located at the northeast intersection of Northwest Boulevard and Pinnacle Drive Faryce Goode-Macon stated the subject property was located on the north side of Northwest Boulevard in the Calallen area and is the first of three cases presented this evening in the same proximity. The request is for a rezoning from a "B-1A"Neighborhood Business District to a"B-1" Neighborhood Business District. To the west of the subject property is a`B-1A"district that is undeveloped and to the north an"AB"zoning. Across the street from the subject property is a"B-4" zoning that is developed with commercial and some agriculture use. In order to develop and allow business development,they will need to create mixed uses for this area. The future land use map calls for neighborhood business,general commercial business and multi-family use. In 2001,this tract submitted a request for a"B-4"zoning and, in lieu of,was approved for a'B-1A"District. Staffs recommendation is denial of the requested`B-1"General Business District and retaining the existing"B-1A"zoning. In answer to Commissioner Zamora's question,Ms.Goode-Macon stated the area surrounding"BJ Pizza", when annexed,was initially zoned an"F-R"Farm-Rural and during the 1980's and 1990's"zoning was put in place for a"B-4"General Business District and"AB Professional Office District. The Planning Commission had determined at that time that an"AB" zoning was more appropriate in the rear portion of this area due to it's proximity to the existing residential area. In answer to Chairman Stone's question,Ms. Goode-Macon stated that the applicant indicated they would be agreeable to a special permit. Public hearing was opened. Steve Cohen, 14617 Apollo Drive,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that his property abuts the subject property and has concerns if the property is developed with restaurants that sell alcohol in the area, loud noise being heard late at night and excessive lighting with children in our neighborhood. This is a very narrow strip and not a lot of space between residential property and Northwest Boulevard. Rosemary Reed,Corpus Christi,Texas stated the property was purchased for her son and he still owns an interest in it. The property that was rezoned on Lot 11 developed a pizza type establishment. In this area,an innovative type of shopping development would be a positive addition. The area is not a high traffic location and there are six foot fences bordering the residential area. This is potentially a very good commercial property with curbs, gutters and good drainage. I believe that adverse zoning decisions are self defeating especially during these times. New business creates positive stimulation. I am for modifying the zoning to increase the possibility of what can be done at this particular site and I don't like to see the growth being suppressed. Kathy Hogan,353 Bermuda,Corpus Christi,Texas stated her role as representative of K.C. Corpus Partners and is surprised of Staffs recommendation. Communication has been made with the community and was received positively. This development would be similar to the Regal Development and provide a variety of different businesses. Ms. Hogan stated that the special permit would be allowable but would prefer the'B-1"zoning. y r Planning Commission Minutes January 25,2006 Page 10 Commissioner Pusley stated that commercial development is needed and desired but we have to consider the residential homes in the area and the hours of operation that some of the businesses would generate. The"B-1"District also permits fueling stations which would be undesirable for the residential area. Ms. Hogan stated that there were only seven(7)homes that abut up to the subject property. Commissioner Zamora stated that a special permit could be included with instructions that deal with some of the setback and lot issues and"B-1"District type problems. Martin Leary, 105 Hawthorne Place,Corpus Christi stated that he represents the owner(Steven R.Troy 1988 Trust)and these lots were always intended for general business uses. The prospective buyers and sale of this property is contingent on a"B-4"District being approved. There is other"B-4" zoning in this area that abut up to residential property with a"B-1A"District buffer. This property has always been designed for general business uses. The applicant desires a high-end shopping plaza and need the'BA"District to accomplish this. Bill Ward, 25 Hewitt,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that this area is experiencing a growth period and is a major arterial. Some of the hindrances that will impede this will be the small"mom and pop"businesses. Daniel Bluntzer,4021 Nichols,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that concern is felt regarding the type of business that will be put in place. The community is open to new development and would be open to restricted use or a special permit. There are minimal arteries going through Northwest Estates and the neighborhood has young children residing in it. Public hearing was closed. Public hearing was opened. Kathy Hogan, 353 Bermuda,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that communication had been made with Bill Kelly of the City Council who stated that if there was major opposition with the case he would be open to attending a meeting with the neighborhood if needed. Commissioner Pusley stated that would be an excellent idea and further communication with the neighborhood would be a positive step. Public hearing was closed. Commissioner Huerta stated that with a buffer restricting 30' to 50' 'B-1A"from the"B-1" would be a good compromise or possibly a special permit. Commissioner Braselton stated that the concern I have if we leave it as a "B-1A"is the property may be left vacant because of the usage going on with the area. Vice-Chairman Garza stated that communication with the residents will bring them up to speed because there may be a lot of opposition once you reach the City Council level. Motion for approval of a'B-1"District along the frontage of the property and denial of the "B-1"District along the rear 50 feet was made by Commissioner Skrobarczyk and seconded by Commissioner Garza with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Planning Commission Mis • January 25,2006 Page I I c. 0106-08 Staples Development, LLC: From"F-R"Farm-Rural District to a`B-4" General Business District and"R-IB"One-family Dwelling District Tract 1 being 4.48 acres and Tract 2 being 16.16 acres out of Nueces River Irrigation Park Annex No. 2 located north of Northwest Boulevard and 225 feet east of Trinity River Drive/FM 1889 Faryce Goode-Macon described the above case and stated that the property is located on Northwest Boulevard and is currently zoned a"F-R"District. The developer is requesting a`B-4" District for commercial development on Tract I. Plans have not been developed for this tract. On Tract 2,the applicant is proposing a fifty-three(53)lot subdivision on the subject property. The future land use recommends general business,neighborhood business and multi family uses. Staff recommendation is denial of the"B-4"General Business District on Tract 1 due to future residential proximity and,in lieu thereof, approval of a"B-IA'Neighborhood Business District. Staff recommends approval of the"R-IC"on Tract 2. In answer to Commissioner Skrobarczyk's question,Ms. Goode-Macon stated that properties on each side are zoned a"BA"General Business District. Public hearing was opened. Martin Leary, 105 Hawthorne Place,Corpus Christi stated that he owned the adjoining tract and it was a very thought out mixed use development. If someone cannot get the appropriate zoning, his only option is to break up the lots which are not in the best interests of the City. I encourage the Planning Commission to approve the zoning as requested. In answer to Commissioner Martinez's question,Ms.Goode-Macon stated that the City had no specific development plans on this project. Bill Ward,25 Hewitt,Corpus Christi,Texas stated that the developer is attempting to move forward with his project. Mr.Ward stated that the developers would consider a"B-I"rezoning with a "B-1A"buffer on Tract 1. Daniel Bluntzer,4021 Nichols,Corpus Christi,Texas stated concerns with the residential properties and the increased flow of traffic. In answer to Commissioner Buena's question,Ms. Holly stated there is a concern for traffic especially within the residential area and will be addressed during the platting process. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made for approval for a"B-I"District with a"B-1A"District 50 foot buffer along the rear of Tract I was made by Commissioner Pusley and seconded by Commissioner Braselton. Motion did not pass with a vote of 5 to 2. Commissioner Braselton stated that with the"B-I"District zoning, a precedence is being set. Also,with approval of a"B-4"District,you have additional signage that is allowed. Commissioner Zamora stated that this property lends itself more to a'B-4"District with a "B-IA"District buffer along the rear. Planning Commission MiWfes January 25,2006 Page 12 Commissioner Martinez stated that he would approve the"B-4"District for Tract 1. Commissioner Pusley stated that he was in agreement with Commissioner Braselton and would be in favor of a"B-1"District. Chairman Stone that he would be in favor of a"B-4"District. Motion for a"B4"District with a 50' "B-1A"buffer along the rear on Tract I was made by Commissioner Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Motion for a"R-1C"District on Tract 2 was made by Commissioner Braselton and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. d. 0106-09 Meyer-Lamph Development Group,Ltd.: From"B-1"Neighborhood Business District to a"B-4"General Business District Coastal Bend Subdivision,Block 2,Lot 7, located north of Northwest Boulevard and 575 feet east of County Road 69. Faryce Goode-Macon stated that the above case was a zoning request from a'B-1" Neighborhood Business District to a"3-4"General Business District for development of a 7,000 square foot auto parts and sales business. There will be no service bays at this facility. The applicant is requesting a change in zoning since the size of the structure exceeds the maximum 3,000 allowed square footage within the"B-I"District. The surrounding area consists of commercial and multi-family uses. Staff recommends denial of the"B-4"Neighborhood Business District and,in lieu thereof,approval of a Special Use Permit. Public hearing was opened. Ralph Cook, 6398 County Road A, Corpus Christi,Texas stated that the business is very compatible with the surrounding businesses and have received favorable comments from these businesses. The"B-4"District which is located further east of the subject property and across Northwest Boulevard has been in existence for some time and the subject property does not abut to any residential properties. Mr.Cook stated that the special permit would be acceptable to the applicants' and would support Staffs recommendation. Scott Meyer,Meyer-Lamph Development Group, LTD.,5111 N.McColl Rd.,McAllen, Texas stated that Meyer-Lamph plans to locate approximately ten stores within the next ten years in the Corpus Christi area. Mr.Meyer stated that they are developers for Advanced Auto Parts and are available for any questions. The special permit would be acceptable but the original zoning request would be preferred. In answer to Commissioner Martinez's question, Mr.Meyer stated that they concurred with the conditions of the special permit that this development would be built within one year. Steve Curtis, Advanced Auto Parts.,Roland Oak,Virginia, stated that they will accept the Special Permit,but the limited signage will probably become an issue with their company management team. 41100 Planning Commission Mis January 25,2006 Page 13 Commissioner Huerta stated that the City is in the process of modifying the sign ordinance which deals with the zoning districts and surrounding arterials which may change the signage in the "B-l"District and all other districts. Commissioner Skrobarczyk stated that the subject property may be able to advertise more effectively with a smaller sign in a more appealing way. Commissioner Pusley stated that the City is attempting to correct the"B-4"District unlimited signage provision. I agree with Commissioner Skrobarczyk that some different signage may be in order. Public hearing was closed. Motion for denial of the"13-0"General Business District and approval of a Special Permit subject to two(2)conditions and a site plan was made by Commissioner Pusley and seconded by Commissioner Garza. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. VI. DEFERMENT AGREEMENT: CONSTRUCTION OF BRIDGE FOR FUTURE EXTENSION OF OSO PARKWAY AT THE COVES AT LAGO VISTA Mary Frances Teniente stated that a Deferment Agreement had been submitted by Urban Engineering for The Lakes at King Estates,Inc. This request is to waive the requirement for construction of a public bridge structure and require developer's share of the future bridge,over a drainage channel abutting The Coves at Lago Vista Unit 1 subdivision until the property to the east of the drainage channel is platted. The City will provide funding participation for the construction of the bridge as stipulated in the City's Platting Ordinance pending availability of funds. The applicant has agreed to provide 15%of the total cost in the amount of$28,783.00 prior to the final plat being signed and recorded. The purpose of this request is to allow the developer to expedite the recordation of the plat to meet the development's time schedule. Motion for approval was made by Commissioner Braselton and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. VII. DIRECTOR'S REPORT A. FUTURE SCHEDULED MEETINGS Barbara Holly presented the CDBG schedule for the federal funding action plan for block grant projects and stated that the public hearings for these block grants will be March 15, 2006 (Special Meeting)and March 22, 2006. Publications for the public hearings will be on February 19, 2006. Commissioners Pusley and Chairman Stone stated that during these meetings, a limited number of zoning cases would be helpful due to time constraints. In answer to Commissioner Braselton's question, Ms. Holly stated she would check if an executive summary on the CDBG could be provided to the Commissioners. Chairman Stone stated that during these hearings, it would be helpful to limit public participation to 3 minute time fames. IWO Planning Commission M1lfes January 25,2006 Page 14 B. EXCUSED ABSENCES Motion to excuse Chairman Stone from the January 11, 2006 public hearing was made by Commissioner Pusley and seconded by Commissioner Braselton. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. C. OTHER MATTERS VIII. ADJOURNMENT Motion made by Commissioner Pusley and seconded by Commissioner Skrobarczyk. Motion passed unanimously with Commissioner Salazar being absent. Michael N. Gunning,AICP Assistant Director of Development Services/Planning H\PLN-DIR\SHARED\WORD\PLANNING COMMISSIONN1INUTES\2006\012506.DOC