HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 10/03/1967 - SpecialPRESENT:
Mayor Jack R. Blackmon
Mayor Pro Tem Ronnie Sizemore
Commissioners:
Dick Bradley, Jr.
Dr. P. Jimenez, Jr.
Gabe Lozano, Sr.
Ken McDaniel
W. J. Roberts
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
October 3, 1967
2:00 p. m.
City Manager Herbert W. Whitney
Assistant City Attorney Bob Young
City Secretary T. Ray Kring
Mayor Jack R. Blackmon called the Special Meeting to order, and announced the purpose of
the meeting to hold public hearings on five zoning applications, and such other business as might
properly come before the Council; and explained the procedure to be followed.
Mayor Blackmon announced the public hearing on Application #867-4, Mr. Sam W. Main,
for change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "A-1" Apartment House District
for one -family residences on Lot 13, Block 4, Gardendale No. 1.
Larry Wenger, Senior City Planner, presented the application and described the zoning and
land uses on the map; stated that it is presently a nonconforming use; explained that at the Commission
hearing held August 29, 1967, Mr. Main, applicant, appeared on behalf of his application and
explained to the Commission his proposed plans to add two additional one -family residences to the
property which now has four single-family residences; presented a site plan for future development
of the lot if his request is granted; and stated that the addition of the two proposed residences will
still give 6,600 square feet of area per unit. Mr. Wenger stated that no one had appeared at the
hearing in opposition; that the Staff reported 22 notices were mailed, one received in favor and
none in opposition; that it was the recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission that the
application be approved as requested on the basis that this is the best use for this tract because of
the existing land uses in the area, and that the Staff's recommendation was that the application be
denied on the basis that approval would tend to further break down an already deteriorating resi-
dential area.
Mr. Sam Main, applicant, appeared on behalf of his application, and pointed out that there
is a trailer park immediately adjoining which has 15 mobile homes; that there exists other non-
conforming uses in the area; stated that when he purchased the property it was in a very rundown
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condition, grown up with weeds; and stated there is a need for this type of development; that there
is no longer a need for these large lots; and staed that the structures will be something that can be
moved onto the property with the City's approval.
No one appeared in opposition to the foregoing application.
Motion by Jimenez, seconded by Bradley and passed that the hearing be closed.
Motion by Sizemore, seconded by McDaniel and passed that the recommendation of the
Zoning and Planning Commission be concurred in and that Application 867-4, Mr. Sam W. Main,
for change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "A -l" Apartment House District
for two additional one -family residences on Lot 13, Block 4, Gardendale No, 1, be approved as
requested, and that an ordinance be brought forward effectuating the change.
Mayor Blackmon announced the public hearing on Application #867-5, Mr. Venancio A.
Villarreal, for change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "1-2" Light Industrial
District for Light Welding Ornamental Iron Works on Lot 22, Block H, Las Palmas Subdivision.
Larry Wenger located the property on the map; pointed out the zoning and land use of the
area; explained that at the Zoning and Planning Commission hearing held August 29, 1967, Mr.
Villarreal had appeared and explained that the lot is vacant and that he wanted to start a black-
smith type metal workshop on it, perhaps on a temporary basis, until he can find employment, and
that he had selected this location because he was familiar with the neighborhood and residents of
this area. Mr. Wenger stated that no one appeared at the hearing in opposition; that the Staff
reported that five notices were mailed, one received in favor and one in opposition; that it was the
recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission that the application be denied on the basis
that approval would tend to break down the residential character of the area and would have a
deteriorating effect on the area to the South for future residential development, and the Staff con-
curred in this recommendation.
Mr. Tony Bonilla, attorney, representing the applicant, spoke in support of the application
and stated that the area was better identified as Las Palmas; that the addition had been established
several years ago but that there has not been a great deal of building activity since then; stated
that the property is surrounded by vacant lots; that there are several business establishments operating
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a short distance away, and that two of these are beer establishments and that there is one food store,
and stated they they are operating on Special Council Permits. Mr. Bonilla stated that he is strongly
urging the Council to overrule the recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission and approve
the application to provide a livelihood for his client. Mr. Bonilla stated that his client had initially
indicated to the Zoning and Planning Commission that the request is on a temporary basis, but that
further conversation with him had revealed that the time will depend on the success of the business.
Mr. Bonilla further stated that a special Council Permit would be acceptable to his client.
No one appeared in opposition to the foregoing application.
Motion by Bradley, seconded by Roberts and passed that the hearing be closed.
Motion by Sizemore, seconded by McDaniel and passed, that action on the foregoing applica-
tion be tabled for two weeks for further consideration.
Mayor Blackmon announced the public hearing on Application #867-6, Mrs.. Lena Marie Jackson,
for change of zoning from "B-4" General Business District to "1-2" Light Industrial District for the
construction of light portable buildings on a 1.12 acre tract lying Southwest of Texas State Highway
No. 9 and having a frontage thereon of 200 feet and a depth of 254 feet.
Larry Wenger located the property on the map; pointed out the zoning and land use of the
area; stated that at the Zoning and Planning Commission hearing held August 29, 1967, Mr. W. D.
Emmert, building contractor, had appeared on behalf of Mrs. Jackson, and explained that the request
was to permit him to assemble portable metal buildings on the property. Mr. Wenger stated that the
Staff reported that five notices were mailed, one was returned in favor and none in opposition; that
no one had appeared at the hearing in opposition; that it was the recommendation of the Zoning and
Planning Commission that it be denied on the basis that industrial zoning should not be allowed to
develop along the entrance to the City and it would also have a deteriorating effect on the surround-
ing area, and that the Staff had concurred in this recommendation.
Mr. Emmert was present and spoke on behalf of the request; described the type of buildings
proposed to be assembled; stated that the buildings are not manufactured on this location, but are
constructed and hauled in here; pointed out that this is money being spent out of town which could
be kept here; stated that there will not be an accumulation of lumber on the premises; that residents
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of the neighborhood are not opposed; that he is not specially interested in "1-2" zoning but mainly
wants a permit to fabricate buildings on the scene; that he had applied for a permit for such con-
struction and was advised that he could not operate this type of business under "B-4" zoning; stated
that he is not particularly interested in "1-2" zoning, but would like to have some kind of permit to
fabricate these buildings on the premises, otherwise he would have to apply for a permit for each
building separately. Mr. Emmert stated that the back portion of the property is a creek bottom about
1/4 mile from the tract and that the entire area is not suitable for any other development.
Mr. Bob Dixon, 11218 Leopard Street, appeared and stated that he was the owner of the
property which Mr. Emmert referred to as creek bottom land; and with reference to the opposition
on the basis that Leopard Street is an entrance to the City, stated that Leopard Street is a secondary
entrance to the City, as the new Expressway 37 is now the main entrance; stated that he did not
believe the proposed operation would be detrimental to the area, and urged the Council to overrule
the recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission and grant the request.
No one appeared in opposition to the foregoing request.
Motion by Bradley, seconded by Jimenez and passed that the hearing be closed.
Motion by Bradley,secondedby Robertsand passed, Jimenez abstaining, that Application
#867-6, Mrs. Lena Marie Jackson, for change of zoning from "B-4" General Business District to
"I-2" Light Industrial District be denied, but that a Special Council Permit be granted for the
fabrication of light portable buildings on a 1 .12 -acre tract lying Southwest of Texas State Highway
No. 9, having a frontage thereon of 200 feet and a depth of 254 feet, and that an ordinance be
brought forward effectuating the change.
Mayor Blackmon announced the public hearing on Application #867-7, Mr. Raul Rodriguez
for change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "AB" Professional Office District
for a Photographic Studio on Lot 22, Block 1, Rosemary Place.
Larry Wenger located the property on the map; pointed out the zoning and land use of the
surrounding area; stated that at the Commission hearing held on August 29, 1967, Mr. Gilbert Mora,
Realtor, appeared on behalf of the applicant and stated that Mr. Raul Rodriguez wishes to use the
property for a photography shop but that it would be maintained as residential; stated that it faces
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Gollihar Road which is a major commercial street, and that it is in a state of transition to business uses.
Mr. Wenger stated that Mr. Ed Harris, 4522 Christie; Mr. George D. Morgan, 4517 Christie, and Mr.
M. J. Browder, 4502 Christie, had appeared in opposition generally on the basis that it would create
traffic problems, and that it will destroy the residential character of the neighborhood. Mr. Wenger
further stated that Mr. Morgan had presented a petition to the Commission containing 25 signatures in
opposition to the request; that the Staff reported that 27 notices were mailed, one received in favor
and nine in opposition; that it was the recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission that the
application be denied on the basis that it would have a deteriorating effect on the surrounding residen-
tial area, plus it would tend to encourage strip zoning along Gollihar Road, which is already a heavily
used and congested major artery, and that the Staff had concurred in this recommendation.
No one appeared in opposition.
Mr. Gilbert Mora, representing the applicant, appeared and stated that because of the
opposition expressed from area residents, Mr. Rodriguez wishes to withdraw the application, but suggested
that a traffic signal light be installed at the intersection of Gollihar and Christie Streets.
Mayor Blackmon announced the public hearing on Application #867-8, Mr. Chuck Stone, for
change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District
on a portion of Lot 2, Oso Farm Tracts, being also known as a portion of Block 2, Gray Village #2,
located on the Southwest corner of the Intersection of McArdle Road and Everhart Road extending
186.4' in a Southwesterly direction along Everhart Road and 277' in a Northwesterly direction along
McArdle Road.
Larry Wenger presented the application; described the zoning and land use of the area; ex-
plained that at the Commission hearing held August 29, 1967, Mr. Stone appeared and explained his
request stating that he planned to use the property for several small free-standing business buildings,
which would include an ice cream parlor, donut shop, service station, washateria, etc.; stated that
he had made an extensive study of what he believed was happening to Everhart Road from a land
use standpoint, and presented pictures of the property. Mr. Wenger stated that Mr. Ralph Bennett,
architect; Mr. Joe McManus, realtor; and Mr, John Thomason, realtor; had spoken in support of the
application generally on the basis that the subject property would not be suitable for residential use,
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and that this particular type of development would be an asset to the neighborhood; stated that Mr. Joe
Cox, 4701 Alice Street, and6 othermembers of Trinity Baptist Church; Mr. Gordon W. Kliazke,4906.:
Mildred, Mrs..VernonLia ingston, 4915Evsrhart,Mr..Allen Merrion, 4926 Arlene; The Vice President of
the Parkdale Elementary School; Mr. Eddie Mycum, Assistant Pastor of the Trinity Baptist Church; and
Mr. Eddie Payne, appeared in opposition on the basis that it would be a hazard to school children;
that there is not a need for more business uses in this area; would interfere with the church services.
Mr. Wenger stated that the Staff reported 26 notices were mailed, five received in favor and three in
opposition; and that it was the recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission that it be
denied, but that in lieu thereof "AB" Professional Office District be approved,and that the Staff
recommended that it be denied.
Mr. Joe McManus, realtor spoke on behalf of the applicant, and stated that he feels the
character of the area would lend itself properly to "B-1" zoning; explained that churches and small
business are compatible, and that he felt most of those opposing the request objected to the proposed
ice cream parlor. Mr. McManus stated that the applicant would accept "AB" zoning and would be
willing to change the design and character of the proposed buildings to fit into "AB" type of zoning
should the Council decide to concur in the recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission.
Mr. Joe Cox, spoke on behalf of members of the Trinity Baptist Church and stated that it had
been agreed that the Church would not oppose "AB" zoning.
Motion by Bradley, seconded by Jimenez and passed that the hearing be closed.
Motion by Lozano, seconded by Jimenez, and passed that the recommendation of the Zoning
and Planning Commission be concurred in and that Application #867-8, Mr, Chu Stone, for change
of zoning from "R -1B" One -family Dwelling District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District ona por-
tion of Lot 2, Oso Farm Tracts, being also known as a portion of Block 2, Gray Village 02, located
on the Southwest corner of the Intersection of McArdle Road and Everhart Road extending 186.4' in a
Southwesterly direction along Everhart Road and 277' in a Northwesterly direction along McArdle Road,
be denied, but that in lieu thereof "AB" Professional Office District zoning be approved, and that an
ordinance be brought forward effectuating the change.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the Special meeting was adlourned.