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HomeMy WebLinkAbout032048 ORD - 03/17/2020 Ordinance adopting a new London Area Development Plan, an element of the Plan CC Comprehensive Plan; rescinding the former London Area Development Plan adopted on August 17, 1987; and amending the Plan CC Comprehensive Plan WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has forwarded to City Council its reports and recommendations concerning the adoption of the London Area Development Plan. WHEREAS, with proper notice to the public, public hearings were held on Wednesday, February 5, 2020, during a meeting of the Planning Commission, and on Tuesday, February 25, 2020, during a meeting of the City Council, in the Council Chambers, at City Hall, in the City of Corpus Christi, during which all interested persons were allowed to appear and be heard; WHEREAS, City Staff invited the public to workshops and public meetings that were held on January 28, 2019, April 1, 2019, April 2, 2019, April 4, 2019, and December 5, 2019 to give input to help develop a London Area Development Plan for Corpus Christi, and to receive public feedback. WHEREAS, an Advisory Committee provided guidance and assistance throughout the process and staff coordinated with various community agencies. WHEREAS, the City shall use the London Area Development Plan as a guideline for urban growth, implementation of policy initiatives and public investments, and to facilitate other plans that the city considers necessary for systematic growth and development. WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that these amendments would best serve public health, safety, necessity, convenience, and general welfare of the City of Corpus Christi and its citizens. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS: SECTION 1. That the London Area Development Plan, adopted by City Council Ordinance#19975 on August 17, 1987, is hereby rescinded. SECTION 2. That the London Area Development Plan, as shown in Exhibit A, which is attached and incorporated by reference, is adopted as an element of the Plan CC Comprehensive Plan. SECTION 3. To the extent that the amendment made by this ordinance represents a deviation from the Comprehensive Plan, the Comprehensive Plan is amended to conform to the amendment made by this ordinance. The Comprehensive Plan, as 032048 SCANNED amended from time to time and except as changed by this ordinance, remains in full force and effect. SECTION 5. The City Council intends that every section, paragraph, subdivision, clause, phrase, word or provision hereof shall be given full force and effect for its purpose. Therefore, if any section, paragraph, subdivision, clause, phrase, word or provision of this ordinance is held invalid or unconstitutional by final judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction, that judgment shall not affect any other section, paragraph, subdivision, clause, phrase, word or provision of this ordinance. That the foregoing ordinance was refor the first time and passed to its second reading on this the 'a,,4 day of r , 2020, by the following vote: Joe McComb Michael Hunter , Roland Barrera Ab941t, Ben Molina VL Rudy Garza 61'Q''Q' Everett Roy Paulette M. Guajardo Greg Smith __N,P„z_ Gil Hernandez —Ar*— That the foregoing ordinance was read for the second time and passed finally on this the ri\ day of Y`\a, Uf\ , 2020, by the following vote: Joe McComb AlZ Michael HunterRoland Barrera Ben Molina ____N-,_ Rudy Garza Everett Roy ly Paulette M. GuajardoAynn Greg Smith Gil Hernandez �'( PASSED AND APPROVED on this the 114\ day of Y` \e,,( ri , 2020. ATTEST: eACIL 0...,-.1" --t-kAiV112% __, 04 (--e--19-1,4---- Re ecca Huerta Ji cComb City Secretary 1 b r 032048 Exhibit A City of Corpus Christi ti Area Development Plan -....•vu lei 10e-di • OsAld1� • �' ft 11111 0 4 - • —�=- - $ !!! . II ,""''" I t -v.� A __� yr • _ y Npgghbc +1SI. F DRAFT JANUARY 28 2020 r`Ach9�J () [ undun ` . AREA DEVELOPMENT PION Lir • ACKNOWLEDEGMENTS CITY COUNCIL Sheldon Schroeder Commission Member Joe McComb Michael M. Miller Mayor Commission Member Rudy Garza Jr. Daniel M. Dibble Council Member At-Large Commission Member Paulette M. Guajardo Michael York Council Member At-Large Commission Member Michael T. Hunter Benjamin Polak Council Member At-Large Navy Representative Everett Roy Council Member District 1 Ben Molina STUDENT ADVISORY Council Member District 2 COMMITTEE Roland Barrera Council Member District 3 Ben Bueno Greg Smith Harold T. Branch Academy Council Member District 4 Estevan Gonzalez Gil Hernandez London High School Council Member District 5 Grace Hartridge Veterans Memorial High School PLANNING COMMISSION Sara London uHigh lSchool Carl E. Crull Ciara Martinez Chairman Richard King High School Jeremy Baugh Katie Ngwyen Vice Chairman Collegiate High School Marsha Williams Damian Olvera Commission Member Texas A&M Corpus Christi Heidi Hovda Natasha Perez Commission Member Del Mar College Kamran Zarghouni Emily Salazar Commission Member Mary Carroll High School :rte s�z Kara ADVISORY COMMITTEE Young Business Professionals of the Coastal Charles Benavidez Bend Texas Department of Transportation Gordon Robinson Donna Byrom Corpus Christi Regional Transit Authority London Resident Eloy Salazar Marco Castillo United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Southside Resident Steve Synovitz Joseph Cortez Oso Creek I-Plan Coordination Committee Corpus Christi Association of Realtors John Tamez Carl Crull London Area Landowner Planning Commission Judi Whitis Rabbi Han Emanuel London ISD Corpus Christi Clergy Alliance D . Mark Escamilla CONSULTANT TEAM Del Mar College Gil Hernandez FREESE Corpus Christi City, District 5 Dr. Roland Hernandez •, °NICHOLS Corpus Christi ISD Casandra Lorentson Freese and Nichols, Inc. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee 11200 Broadway Street, Offices West Wayne Lundquist Suite 2320 London Area Landowner Pearland, TX 77584 Robert MacDonald Corpus Christi Metropolitan Planning Organization Moses Mostaghasi Coastal Bend Homebuilders Association Benjamin Polak Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Jay Reining Oso Creek I-Plan Coordination Committee HOLD FOR ORDINANCE HOLD FOR ORDINANCE HOLD FOR ORDINANCE HOLD FOR ORDINANCE . -•a ,4 ,-may„ $ ce'- ` vi -"Cl? .. 4',, ...,.'74'...'-'''i"-Lt----4.-----' c s*'� €^.fid♦ .`.."-4''' ''''';:,42‘''''''''_a .,y; � �' ' - s t.5n " .s'r 'M-- '"''''.',=.'---:":‘'.-"* `a' ., ' a* �. fi c. * < r" Z _ '% f; gsd►, ... , - - Q • ! i ' '` �'` ' 7 • . , it� • r ..,. . ..,IN - . , .z..-. .i .; .. F ' .60 _ �. 4. ....yr lt, , J 14.at .... ` It V . AIL . ---1 ,+. " � .. * I".. if.`,• ., • •.T 4 1 .t TABLE OF CONTENTS - - INTRODUCTION 321 FUTURE LAND USE MAP 18 VISION THEMES 26 POLICY INITIATIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION 34 PUBLIC INVESTMENT INITIATIVES INTRODUCTION a .. or, �..� . li INT UC r ' ,, — i �f,{aW'� .f , ; � .tip ¢4 a. Ile _ '+R allehlit iiiiirsirmaTh B .111, _ DEVELOPMENT OF THE PLAN The London Area Development Plan (LADP) The LADP was created through a is an element of the Plan CC Comprehensive comprehensive public engagement process Plan. The LADP is intended to provide an that integrated the examination of the analysis of the London Area and create existing conditions and the vision of the strategic recommendations to guide future community. development. With anticipated growth in the London Area, the City should be An Advisory Committee was created to prepared to balance the needs of existing assist in guiding the planning process and and new development. New construction in provide a representation of the area's the London Area occurring both inside and residents, business owners, students, and outside of city limits will have an impact on stakeholders. The committee's participation other areas of the City. The plan includes new was essential to the development of the future land uses for the area, a vision of the final plan. Although the Advisory Committee future based on public input, specific actions championed the process, the community to achieve the vision, and infrastructure was involved throughout the process and initiatives for the implementation of the participated in multiple engagement events plan. This plan will serve as a guide for City and activities. Residents and stakeholders leadership to make educated regulatory gave their input regarding the future of and policy decisions. This plan will also help the London through online surveys and prioritize infrastructure improvements to various community engagement events, increase the quality of life for the community including a Community Open House and a and ensure sustainable growth. four-day Community Think Tank. Many of the recommendations identified in this plan are The London Area is primarily located outside a direct result of the input received, resulting of Corpus Christi city limits south of Oso in a community-driven plan. Creek with some areas within the city limits. The area extends south to County Road 18 and west to County Road 51. Development in the London Area is mostly undeveloped with some residential subdivisions. tre t: 3 , TROOUCTION DEMOGRAPHICS POPULATION' =VIM 7.29% 0.99% 0.7% 5.0% London Corpus Christi 9.8% 85+ 0-4 Average Annual Growth Rate 65 -84 14.7% 2000-2018 1,997 5 - 14 1,756 1,293 lip39.4 9.4%_ Median Age 15 - 19 464 16.6% 43.8% 20 34 35 -64 2000 2010 2018 2023* *Projected Population diroo 3.6% Other Race 2.2% Two or More Races 89.5% 10.5% 111% Alr White Other Pacific 100 Islander 1.8% 2.4% Black 49.9% Asian 0.4% Hispanic Origin American Indian/ of Any Race Alaska Native f 4 SiiiiINTRODUCTI COMMUNITY DEMOGRAPHICS The current demographics of the London Area provide a baseline for growth and diversity in the area based on Census data and estimates. HOUSING (2018)' 10 6.0% 5438 , 830 Vacant Median Home Value 10.4% 86 . 4% Vacant Owner Occupied 3 . 48 89.6% 94.0% Occupied Occupied $tt Citywide2 London Average Household Size Occupied Housing Units ED ATIONAL ATTAINMENT (201" Some College Associate Degree High School Graduate r 6.9% 19.2% 46.9% I No High School Diploma Bachelor's/Grad/Professional Degree 'Source:U.S.Census Bureau,Census 2010 Summary File 1.Esri forecasts for 2018 and 2023. 2Source:U.S.Census Bureau,2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates ,_ 5 TRDDUCTIDN 001I ENGAGEMENT PROCESS • .. I. ii ,, . eilk I _ -410 , mr 1 L...._- ._ c_ „......:341111 ,7_ 1i Student Advisory . 14- x The Advisory Committee met ate.! 111 Committee Meeting 1 � the Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve and; = The Student Advisory o., Learning Center to identify issues N.0 Committee met to identify` - , and opportunities for the area. issues and opportunitie ` o `D for the area. `n ma iii- Ai Student Advisory n Committee Meeting 4 lap`` 1-+ public input from April 1-4 N t a p p o he four-day event involved 7 Community Think Tank and E a series of meetings and -� provided feedback. ; presentations, input on 41frIv si 0.- AI future land uses, and draft o nz .. recommendations based on co Advisory Committee community feedback. d 410L Meetin 3 The Advisory Committee -'V met at City Hall to verify o the Future Land Use Map r� 11111,f`' , II Vision, and Key Elements; - -- "` __ � �� • t Advisory Committee oetro uest Survey • launches a Cr The Advisory Committee- °; An online survey was N -- N met to review the draft plan — available to the publicr''' Q, and provide feedback before o allowing for input to .- o 0 received regarding th; o _ presenting it to the community C. draft plan. = • 6 INTRODUCTI ABOUT THE ADVISORY COMMITTEES The Advisory Committees consisted of 31 community representatives including residents, business owners, students, City Council, the Metropolitan Planning Organization, London and Corpus Christi Independent School Districts, TXDOT, the Regional Transit Authority, environmental stakeholders, Young Business Professionals, Del Mar College, Naval Air Station - Corpus Christi, and Nueces County. !nine Survey LaunchedC13 CI3 Community Meeting 1 Ari ,.., x . ,., _r }, i„ c 2 s _' aa,ritsee . n:: c to the public, allowing for in. - , , _ C13 community meeting at Kaffie to be received regarding the — Middle to learn about the Area current conditions and visio - -`_n Development Plan process and for the area. o o give input related to the area's o r DO future growth. - ' _ g % der _ - ,. ` y oint Advisory Committee m Student Advisory ;TI toir cr Meeting 2 and Student Advisory s Committee Meeting 2Oi ‘. I I! II' " II . . ! I r'''° The Student Advisory • ^, ,4.t ; The Advisory Committee met to be• f� Committee reviewed pubic input R � o from the January 28 Community Na drafting the Future Land Use Map. LimMeeting and provided feedback. E;"; .1 - pi 0,A • Community Meeting 2 0 dvisory Committee rated . Meeting 5cu a if• he draft plan was Ilsr on presented to the community, The Advisory Committee met ^, '.Ilowin for feedback from Adoption Da 9 .- to recommend the draft plan the public in an open house N move forward to be presented ` o setting. to Planning Commission and '.'3 Al 411111111111b, r 'V City Council 7 TRDDUCTION odli ONLINE SURVEY RESULTS ABOUT THE SURVEY 365 Community members had an opportunity to participate in an online survey available from December 5th, 2018 to February 15th, Total respondents 2019 to give their feedback on the future of the London Area. 365 129 people responded. Below is a snapshot of the results. Live in London WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT THE LONDON AREA? 1>d 2 .42°x° Safe neighborhoods 3 82% A E Selection of housing/ housing prices OUT/I__ Convenient commute to work Convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment ihok 11.15% ' Other 17.52% No city taxes Schools 8 WHAT ARE WHAT'S MISSING IN LONDON? THE TOP •'r''Other0 Nothing is missing THREE £ parks &trails s. ite ISSUES 2 Single-Family �� o A7 fop Homes LONDON •8'0 <-1—. —, Apartments IS FACING 535% Senior TODAY? r*= ° ° 13.74�o Housing Manufacturing . Urban Living %.))0/0 543 o . ® p Entertainment 271.4'3 , Office r� X99 120 e votes "� llelRestaurants Retail & Shopping Lack of variety in shopping, dining & entertainment WHAT DOES THE LONDON AREA LOOK LIKE IN 10-20 YEARS? � 98I // A planned, aesthetically pleasing growth corridor with . ,fogs continued high quality school system and increased options for ,�/ medium to high value single family residences with large lots, �' ' M.& interspersed with quality retail and entertainment offerings Water and sewer that would attract highly qualified business and industry leaders.// infrastructure //It's an upscale area with large lots and an amazing small school district.Ii //Integrated neighborhoods, with small retail businesses, 79 safe streets for autos, pedestrians, and cyclists, and plenty of ilk parks, protected natural areas, and public spaces for play and elk II. events.// Flooding & 11 A development that contributes positive improvements to water quality the overall cleanliness & usability of the Oso Creek and watershed./I 9 O F. .1a'' N "- 01\ 2. a C-13 Quality of Life N n * 0 rt -o: o o °- ao �--� = 0 Cr] a (t o 0 C/3 —1 r,- N rD b 7 7E_ Drainage Impacts o _ m ro = o g. rr C/] r v 'o o C MI M C = oa v 0 c3 c/. m Economic Development z r= o o "a o m C "' Cost impacts onIIW ca ci = m m o '�" a City Services -....„3 c — C -� a _ w a �� a CA MI a 0 rn Transportation11) . v -n ? y ro Network Impacts .....3 rn a a m -1 -4, Q. o o Q Development of r a ten, a Oso Creek Touri D � �' m v m -11 i.-A. . rD ( m V rn 23. v ? fp Public Safety Z m ° ro p a o m iltPreservation of " a _ Open Space = o ro cu m rrt - _ ▪ Impact on Oso z ro ro fi Q C 141 .P- ▪ Creek and Bay `� rD o N 0* 0 C/3 Q. rn AP4 I. •-r_, Tax Generation Q `.° o rt, o IV o a ���� Community ? E - v � a Aesthetics �, a rD 0 -, .. G .� ff ro Other .--,. n ,o^ 'o 0 INTRODUCTI WHAT IS MISSING MOST IN LONDON? 28.1% 18.8% 17.2% 15 .B% 7.8% 4 , 73- 4.7% 3.1% .• * : iP *To 11■ • miff Parks & Other Mixed-Use Shopping Entertainment Housing Restaurants Office Trails MY FAVORITE PART ABOUT LONDON IS... TO THRIVE, 44 . 8% Schools 10.2 Future potential AREAS NEED... IIIIII it N nif U , Low Traffic :- -,.. 1_,:t:::,- -...44, Oso Creek •IParks & Trails � N a = o. i m � At N �, issio A •2 0u.7% Rural Community A 6.9% Safe Community MY VISION FOR LONDON IS... // London ISD with 11 Development with //Develop or improve multiple campuses." accessible sidewalk roads" // Urban village." connectivity to parks, //Master planned schools, etc.// community.// //Improved drainage." //Access for recreation //Oso Creek and nature.// preservation." II FUTURE LAND USE MAP i !r v aim ...,.... ill , r_.. . _. .. .... _ .. `► , ____ _ _ _ , IL ..,_______.... _ , _ __, _ ,fi. .;C2*. ta I -..-- -- - •,..--mik lit -- iMO '''' -'` " - - a ilk ' ' 11,At '11‘44,. . - M iliwoot % ."---_____:::".e..-_,Z.;.,, .....7 -`,1.7 31.4_44,41,- - 111111111 ,..------..s'''1111$:- ----...sik. ‘4;id I I iThi 1 I.:-.'N-P. lip& ,., , - c,soa: . ►- Qty . � - `op' a� _ ms X06 ` ,ma 4,.--t' 7:74.iiiill d age l ��S��yQt��7' � y - FUTURE LAND USE MAP ABOUT THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP The Future Land Use Map serves as a guide for zoning regulations and influences new development and redevelopment in the city limits. In the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), the Future Land Use Map helps plan for future development and infrastructure. The Future Land Use Map for the City was adopted with Plan CC and has been revised though the LADP based on feedback from the community. The most direct tool cities have to guide the detail about land uses and development development in city limits is through zoning. patterns specific to the London planning Zoning is the prescribed legal use of a parcel area. Through this process, the future land of land based on city regulations. Although use designations for the London Area have zoning is influenced by the designations been revised to reflect community input, identified on the Future Land Use Map, anticipated development, and best practices. zoning only applies to areas located within city limits. Most of the London Area is located The London Future Land Use Map serves as in the ETJ. While there is no zoning in the the guide for future development decisions ETJ, the future land use designations can and provides a foundation to support the help influence development patterns. vision and recommendations of the plan. This is accomplished by setting a framework that The Plan CC Comprehensive Plan identified influences regulatory mechanisms and policy future land uses for the entire city and decisions that shape the built environment. planning areas to provide guidelines for Each of the designations presented on the development. The Area Development Plan London Future Land Use Map correlates with process is intended to go into further the classifications identified in Plan CC. 13 TURE LAND USE MAP FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORIES AGRICULTURE/RURAL COMMERCIAL USES ENTERPRISE Commercial land uses include retail, services, hotel, and office uses that are typically This category includes farms and other open to the public at large. High-density enterprises that serve the rural population. residential uses, such as townhomes, cottage housing, apartments, and condominiums are considered compatible with commercial uses. Other commercial uses, such as wholesale RESIDENTIAL USES and distribution businesses, are included in the light industry category because The predominant residential land use in the they have similar impacts, such as high City of Corpus Christi is the single-family volumes of trucking. Schools, churches, and dwelling at a range of densities. All residential neighborhood-serving public uses can be categories also include schools, churches, and included in commercial land use areas. neighborhood-serving public uses. Low-density residential: up to 3 units per acre INDUSTRIAL USES Medium-density residential: 4 to 13 units per acre (including two-family dwellings) Most of the industrial uses within the city limits of Corpus Christi are light industrial; ■ High-density residential: more than 13 heavy industry is generally located in the units per acre industrial districts outside the city limits. 14 „ .. FUTURE LAND USE M MIXED-USE AREAS GOVERNMENT Mixed-use centers include residential, retail, Government uses include federal, state, hotel, and office uses. Mixed-use centers are county, regional and municipal government pedestrian-friendly with buildings oriented facilities and installations, except for towards the street. Residential uses are government-owned institutions. generally of a higher density, including apartments, condominiums, townhomes, cottage housing, and small-lot single-family residential. The mixture can be vertical, with PERMANENT OPEN SPACE different uses on different floors of a building, and horizontal, with different uses side by Parks and playgrounds, recreational fields and side. Churches, schools and public uses are facilities, greenways, and other green areas included in mixed-use areas. managed for public access and recreation. INSTITUTIONAL FLOOD PLAIN Hospitals, colleges, universities, schools, large CONSERVATION churches, and similar institutions, whether public or private, are designated as separate land uses because of their campus-like Lands within the 100-year flood plain, character, which requires special attention to preferably preserved for environmental edges and relationships with adjacent areas. reasons. Note:For more information about categories TRANSPORTATION included in the Future Land Use Map, please refer to pages 55-57 of Plan CC. Airports, railroads, highway and interstate rights-of-way. 15 TURE LAND USE Mi:, - of .. *"*7 i i 1 * - I / . 1.: .....- ,--.. . I. ..... 1..... IIIMIIM / . ( \ I 4INPINN. ill*I I 14.4VII, ‘11. I . I \,.... ...... J._WWI= *3/444 r4 \....... j.... - 1 L. '841144 0110..",".41.15 , ...., 4 Ili MEMO 001 ' '-- ..•1.: ...'-'..-%. FUTURE LAND I . ._ ...... ,...1 ......_.r......1... l@Da3 ----- - USE MAP 1 1 1 , I ,01 , 1 ........_......,..4,............4... LAND USE ACRES PERCENTAGE 1 1 ) _ Mixed-Use 776 6.2% 1 el I I ti ' Agriculture/ WOW 11111111+11111•111111P 111 'AMIN! ABM! illint Rural 5 0.0% 1 ) 1 Enterprise ' I I lin I Commercial I Government 323 2.6% 1 Institutional 1,015 8.1% 135 1.1% ..... +..., I .. ....... OMR . .... 1 1 T - -I - 1 Low-Density i ELI 1,783 14.2% — ''"I'm '"'" ' eand Residential Medium- I Density 6,317 50.3% London Future Land Use AMINO. ...... L ....... ir Residential ' as Mixed-Use Transportation 535 4.3% Agriculture/Rural Enterprise I Permanent IM 650 5.2% Commercial ml --- - Open Space ' IIII Government .."/ z Flood Plain MI Institutional 984 7.8% I Conservation I= Heavy Industrial —4.. 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The vision kAr6 h V Mk o e for the community should be a high level overarching idea of the future that maintains t {kQils a singular path for the future. To achieve that vision, the City must make an effort to direct X03\S.--C_ r V ' development and make improvements that align with the vision. ' Through the public engagement process, ' '\\ . /-z--D four themes began to emerge related to the residents desires for the future. The following ,t'� Jin are the vision themes identified: ,l.J `� '� V\), \ J • Celebrate Our Community Character o \ ,r i ; r„ • Promote Sustainable Growth DQ /Pse_,,+, ,..i pecnvm• rY.44,4. c./ • Promote the Oso Creek and Bay as a V ei,nwec4 +1 44. o+-+= SG4•4I.ac. Community Amenity CRFF_K p�ESF�vRT.r aR -rso134 AMS 34--f ESS ",PRo Vg-N Ai macs e. 19 ,.-'- ... .nay...-,>:.-ars.-r' S_'.4`.t . _ .,• .., _ __ , __.'°- 10"'• -.---'74:—__ _--- ""----A.': � x. _,T-..- ..-.--- -1.- - - - -°. - ,_-- .."7-:. --t-i '- • )1_ .' .;-4:-\,,n,.. _ '''' .„1, -!,,__' .11'!".. ..i rte: ._1 .-- ret +. % x t . -, . � - - t - ' iii* '44ir ;414' -164— • -1.211116, WI .4 . _ . CELEBRATE OUR COMMUNITY CHARACTER The London Area has been characterized by having a tight-knit community character that features large residential lots, low levels of development, and open spaces. Those living in the London Area seek an area that does not have the hustle and bustle of the City. As anticipated growth occurs, it is essential to ensure that the sense of community in the London Area is maintained and enhanced. By encouraging low- and medium-density residential and commercial development, incorporating unique design elements into the streetscape, and integrating public trails, open spaces, and gathering areas throughout the London Area, existing neighborhoods will blend seamlessly with future development. 20 .-. >��--r-.•.._ . "-%ter-�_ -•._.. __ .._ 4 _ ..-Ai tra i rte`' • • tit" �k� fit - 4a :^� r a ice: - . \+ . - -"�a - -101111a. - ,� 1 q 11, a lir 'fir ' a ` s r � • N. - ALSIN ! , It - _ s tti y > , r 1 :rte �'= - *• _ . • Low- and medium-density residential The following community input supports the development vision theme: • Preserved open space along Oso Creek "Connectivity to parks, schools, etc." • Low-density commercial development "Developed or improved roads" • Storm water drainage infrastructure "Rural community" "Large lots and homes" "Master planned community" 21 r 0,4 SI . M S t ,r •: • � '. r ''-" +. , • .4 ,� R 1' 1 j ( 3'7 Jri ) „,,,,,4,,,,,,,,,, ....„, .........,...., 4. . — 41 - ft ,I- fie:•_ j'• Jt.i. ' - t =ivi�' a. 404.7414-.-'003 hi '' -..V. --:L- -•-ie ArVA 1.,/r/ed, . .4' _, _ �s, t , t - - �I I /t =om }� ik :- Bei 1 ��( !'�,: s%` ...r91C7`�r' rj t- �.. s.� �.• _�}, i' i=ls v � F � � �' r r¢ — .r rK.� _ • . –or,-le 1 .....– if 4 VA111 . 111111 ,� ... .. , f ..— ..„-, i 004 . 0.4.w, -41( „ -;----.-:,.4,,g-_ . . - -- Ar. rte! -..d�Ai-i PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE GROWTH Growth and development can be signs of a healthy community. The speed of growth must not exceed the capacity of the City to provide necessary services and overwhelm the natural environment. Development in the London Area should occur intentionally and sustainably while following planned infrastructure and maintaining the desired low- to medium-density of the area. Utilize planned infrastructure to create public spaces and amenities for the community. 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' .10°' J" - ' r fri ,:"1" . • Drainage channel for new development The following community input supports the vision theme: • Trail located along drainage channel "Access for nature recreation" • Pocket prairie "Parks and trai|s" • Trail amenities "Improved drainage" • Workout equipment "' • Benches Drainagedesign", • Educational signage -- 23 VISION THEMES r- F. .- t` r- a Sr., rF ,F s • It T r r. 'kik . �' ‘ /' l.. _ +�' • M!TV' _ y .,.� stip , y, +nor• — _ _ _ _. r, p r iii. IFE‘41% - • ♦ I �) Y r p Mk �"" . . .. 1.-- .. .4,' ii- ;0 , . . . ii,_ .. ,, , ,7 ... 7 ... ,,f k _, _ :,,,,ilk k 1.- _4 A '. i ' e'�' 'ma.. ( a i de f t . fi..., , to ,: lea\ir4)il "1404.4 . 1 11110i A-- \ ..,4;(4A-:81/4111\h:' I 1,),04111-.,.___ ' - .millr'°'7.'-----54111.11- ' * . '1" . 1 I. ' PROMOTE THE OSO CREEK AND BAY AS A COMMUNITY AMENITY Oso Creek and Bay are a unique amenity for the City and especially for the London area. With easy accessibility and opportunities to facilitate outdoor recreation, the Oso Creek and Bay could be a unique destination for the entire community. Improvements to Oso Creek and Bay, including improved water quality, the construction of a continuous trail, educational features, and water access, will make this feature inviting to all ages. As London continues to grow, special care will be taken to preserve and protect the Oso Creek and Bay from the negative impacts of development. In the future, Oso Bay and Creek will serve as a resource for education, recreation, and overall enhancement of the quality of life for residents. 24 VISI.Bi THEMEci ......... ... . ....,........,„--..arii, ,401.irl, ,-i.- - - 'i-e. . • f i:.4 . . .1., ir . y �. 0. i iralbX_ ' .. - '''''t A 1'- '7'''' - .j9e.,4,4 4 t4't k-- f 3 1 v "'• _ -. -- .....,. .N.%,- Ot I tiliai. - K rE t ,'*:'ed t.`�a { `i r "! Mho .ry# , _it • - - t . .. s J /� - ,• Ile A _ J , • Kayak launch The following community input supports the vision theme: • Hike and bike trail "Access for nature recreation" • Pier • Restored riparian (native vegetation) areas "Oso Creek preservation and enhanced riparian areas" • Educational signage "Better walking trails along Oso Creek" • Trail head and access point "Oso Creek kayak access and bike trail" 25 POLICY INITIATIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION . _ -1 4 qtr" .� P INI TIVES.miass y� LE i 40,-.... • 4 3. ' smeesseamirms. 0 { � r' . o6M r� N0r i i , tM1111.1111111.11"1111.111"111711MIL . r 1, ,_ P , _. I. POLICY INITIATIVES To achieve the vision for the London Area, five policy initiatives were established that are related to different aspects of development. Policy initiatives are not exclusive and may further the goal of one or more vision themes. For each policy initiative, strategies are identified to support the implementation of the efforts. These strategies are the actions taken by the City that lead to the successful implementation of the plan. VISION THEMES PROMOTE THE POLICY INITIATIVES CELEBRATE OUR PROMOTE OSO CREEK COMMUNITY SUSTAINABLE AND BAY AS A CHARACTER GROWTH COMMUNITY AMENITY 1 Expand and improve infrastructure and city facilities. Promote land development that i / i v/i 2 enhances the character and opportunities in London. 3 Provide outdoor recreation 4l°' _ ` /amenities. \-J Nit/ Utilize the Oso Creekand Bay NNe i i 4 for sustainable recreation and ecotourism. 5 /r---('' Reduce and improve stormwater jf runoff. 27 LICY INITIATIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION 11 EXPAND AND IMPROVE INFRASTRUCTURE AND CITY FACILITIES 1.1. Coordinate with Nueces County to encourage roadway standards and designs that promote the safe and 1 la lit efficient movement of vehicles, bicycles, _ �= i and pedestrians. li46 * . 1.2. Ensure adequate utility infrastructure to ti =A lit serve growing development . a. Monitor the Greenwood Wastewater �$ t�� Treatment Plant's existing capacity I and initiate expansion designs if .T '. :t �l warranted. 1.3. Develop Master Wastewater, and - Drainage Plans to encourage orderly growth and minimize the effects of Example of Protected Bike Lane future flooding. ., s 1.4 Plan for expanding police and fire protection services with growing city limits and population. -voi _�— a. Identify appropriate sites for future r 1� Fire Stations and Police Substations and obtain property either through IX\ purchase or donation. � b. Ensure adequate tax-base is in place jy � l , to support police and fire operations. \\ , 1.5 Investigate the possibility of constructing a FEMA dome in the Aid 1 v. London Area in partnership with London 0.t ISD. Wastewater Treatment Plant .a 28 11 POLICY INITIATIVES AND IMPLEMENTATI PROMOTE LAND DEVELOPMENT THAT ENHANCES THE CHARACTER AND 1 L ' ORTUNf1ES IN LONDON 2.1. Establish community nodes that 4 *- reflect reflect London's character to serve as community gathering places. ? ' - ' 2.2. Promote new commercial, retail, ***loot- .. ' /'!4 and residential development while - . l f= ; . • maintaining a tight-knit community _-.�„ character. i+m_. _. .- `_ - 2.3. Encourage the development of small --- _. _ commercial nodes throughout the - -- - �` London Area to help reduce vehicular - _ trips and to provide convenience to its _;,-...mor-- _ s,. residents. ....,-----•--- - - "t: 2.4. Encourage residential street layouts that - - - promote walkability and create ease of Example of Public Space with Character Enhancements access to collector roads. More Connectivity: Less Connectivity: 2.5. Encourage compatible and appropriate Traditional Grid Pattern Conventional Cul-De-Sac land uses for long-term and sustainable io growth patterns. 2.6. Encourage low-impact land uses along Oso Creek and flood zones. III 2.7. Incorporate green spaces and trails into master-planned residential developments that provide connectivity throughout the London Area. Example Neighborhood Layouts s'. . a ' 29 t';7: LICY INITIATIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION PROVIDE OUTDOOR RECREATION AMENITIES 3.1. Develop park and trail facilities. 3.2. Encourage pedestrian and bicycle • _ facilities that are naturally aligned with 4 _. _ drainage channels, floodways, and future . stormwater drainage infrastructure. , 3.3. Incorporate recreation features to support activities for multiple generations. 3.4. Strategically incorporate park elements - that encourage arts and entertainment for residents. `'; _` Schanen Hike/Bike Trail ahlo r� A Example of Pocket Park with Art and Recreational Amenities 30 111111 POLICY INITIATIVES AND IMPLEMENTATI UTILIZE THE DSO CREEK AND BAY FOR SUSTAINABLE RECREATION AND ECDTDURISM 4.1. Create recreational opportunities d. Create an ordinance to prevent along Oso Creek and Bay through the mowing within a certain distance of development of a network of parks, open Oso Creek and Bay. space, trails, and access points. 4.3 Explore possible amendments to the a. Develop a preferred alignment for Unified Development Code (UDC) that the Oso hike/bike trail and design would preserve riparian corridors standards for the path. and vegetated buffer strips, while b. Incorporated marked pedestrian establishing setbacks along creeks and crosswalks and bicycle paths at drainage channels in the Oso Bay and gateways in trail design. Creek watershed. c. Develop a unique logo and design theme to promote and designate the Oso Creek and Bay as a scenic and recreational area. 4.2. Preserve and protect riparian habitat along the Oso Creek and Bay. a. Identify specific locations to strategically preserve open space and conservation zones along Oso Creek and Bay. b. Permit dedication of land and hike/bike trail construction along Oso Creek and Bay to fulfill park dedication requirements. c. Partner with or create an entity to purchase property along the Oso Creek and Bay for conservation, protection, and trail development. Oso Creek 31 LICY INITIATIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION 5 REDUCE AND IMPROVE STORM WATER RUNOFF 5.1. Incorporate green infrastructure 5.6 Promote proper management of pet elements in public projects where cost- waste. effective. (Low-Impact Development) a. Provide more pet waste disposal 5.2. Educate interested stakeholders and the stations at parks and trails. broader public about economic tools for b. Enhance the City's public information reducing and treating stormwater runoff. campaign on proper pet waste a. Continue to offer a rain barrel disposal. program. 5.7 Work with partner organizations, such 5.3. Encourage xeriscape gardens requiring as Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, to little to no irrigation. pursue grants that would offer free or a. Educate residents on how xeriscape low-cost On Site Sewer Facilities (OSSF) gardens can reduce runoff of evaluations and assist property owners stormwater and irrigation water with addressing identified OSSF issues. that carries topsoils, fertilizers, and pesticides into lakes, rivers, and streams while also reducing costs and maintenance requirements for homeowners. 1 '/ b. Explore incentives for developers to install xeriscape gardens in new • developments. 5.4. Incorporate pocket prairies, where appropriate, along hike and bike trails. 5.5. Develop retention ponds upstream along Oso Creek and drainage channels to capture stormwater to help reduce downstream effects. a. Investigate the use of parks as Oso Wetlands Preserve Rainwater Cistern stormwater detention/retention facilities. 32 14111 POLICY INITIATIVES AND IMPLEMENTATI I . A A..• -- s ti'A , riv rJ +pC-. t r i ; ..,...i.:1:::;1‘,7,:. f p y/'� • 1 /,�� C Y w t,, '34_:-;;-4,1' - - cam•; , �'� _ L41111 ANN �, L+.'; AW* _ ." ,- LOND,EIN AREA D;EVEL,DPMEN PIAN [ DRAFT ] .v , 4 ;, Y . J.,,..✓ JANUARY 28 . 2020ill r PUBLIC INVESTMENT INITIATIVES 4 1 ! ' • i I I It ' I 7 “ il 1.111111111 Fli d ,. , ,__....= ! tit 6 ' ' - . 1 I .' , — ILL-7—..-- _ . ........_..-AillWe PUBLIC INVESTMENT INITIATIVES The built environment is the physical Short-term projects can begin soon after interpretation of the vision for the adoption. These projects are considered "low community. The following public investment hanging fruit." They are more attainable and projects represent improvements that do not require large amounts of funding. directly support the implementation of the These projects are generally planned CIP vision and goals. These projects should projects in the next five years. inform the capital improvement program (CIP) by prioritizing projects identified here Mid-term projects are not as attainable for future CIP planning. Some identified within the first five years. They require projects are currently planned capital planning or funding to prepare but should be improvements by the City. Others are implemented in six to ten years. proposed projects for implementation based Long-term projects may not currently have on feedback from the community. The public an anticipated time frame for implementation investment projects are divided into three or may require prerequisite planning before time frames: implementation. Long-term projects should • Short-Term (Next 5 Years) be revisited to assess the status of the project and determine if implementation can • Mid-Term (6-10 Years) be accomplished sooner. • Long-Term (More Than 10 Years) { 35 J 9'et �'k .'r :-w5� zp 4 .�,,. l j d Z °•f � '� y • S L"' x c„ :-._.--',::-.!'i„.:::. ; '„......'-', ,t7,?!..-, ;'e p Rd 26 s its. + _ . SHORT-TERM (1-5 YEARS) .'`r- l' PARKS AND TRAILS �,' ki;:_,..,,.,,,...; Co'Rd 26 _ -...:-,.,, , i Greenbelt/Storm Water Master Plan* ”" ,l,'l T . ',1 { j FM • 2444 - Construct 5 Lane Curb and ,' z Gutter Roadway (TxDOT) South Oso Parkway Street Improvements County Road33 Street Improvements ,, , 1 I ' U1 SH 286 Water Line Replacement U2 Greenwood Wastewater Treatment „ Plant Improvements w `' i * Projects Not Mapped @o611 ZS i — Short-Term Projects Health and Safety Improvements Improvements Y litit — — •Trail Improvements StreParket ments Utility/InfrastructureImproveImprovements London Bound �� Corpus Christi City Limits 1 I IMiles 3B , ' " , ,, , „ —.. ,...._, ,..„ ,ftigiwiwi .jej _ . . :,-, . r I . t 4y . --- GoiRdr4744, , ., g-'• r I _ ! . , -,-, . 4. , „co . , •.„, _ .4, 1 .4-, ., ,,.... .. ... ... _ ., cu . g. , 1 „, 1. I 1 4/63 ,i11; i Cir.‘' ', . ,,:,.•• it:,s:,,:-,',-,':_'_,<„'',_., ,,: , ,,, 1 0 40 i@Oa](3g . . -,...:• . , , I i ,Iii:e1;t,,-, . .,, ',. ''-4,F•;1''•,, 4,' ' ',,,,, .,, i • •--4 . .' 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NIT h- MID—TERM (5-10 YEARS) s ;` HEALTH AND SAFETY Co Rd 26 • Fire Station #19 - Building and Ambulance* (Vicinity of SH 286 and FM 43) P2 PARKS AND TRAILS Drainage Channel Trail Development Phase l** Oso Creek Trail Phase l** I Oso Creek Trail Phase Il** _11;;1311; Crosstown Extension to FM 2444 14, .1 (TxDOT) * Projects Not Mapped ** Oso Creek Trail and Drainage Channel C�G�22 Trail projects are intended to show general location and do not represent • final alignment. Mid-Term Projects - Health and Safety Improvements Parks Improvements — — • Trail Improvements - Street Improvements Utility/Infrastructure Improvements London Boundary L"J- Corpus Christi City Limits lab I IMiles N 38 II i Co ' '',„:.',6.•? ' . ,,,,.. . ,, ,. .! Po,4-,._ I-- ;11 93/„:1.,,, • :',:!,,,,;,' ...,,, •„: ,-.. ., '',2:' "4,:`,:'' -, .. ' "WA, ' ,.,, 1 •‘tr - ----- ---.OOIRdr4a7 ,,,.. `g .', I r. ,. i I*• i, ,, A A . CO I 1. . I . ist 4010 . , . 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Il_TI :24!,. 444 rill,* • ••." .'s: po c'i ' :01 -•.,,,,,,,;..-...0..-tis,, 4..„, ,oit., 0 ''.. :.. s_ ..%- '.- I eke _,4.69 co t•ie"r 4._ P'les 4, .t o t• Q1141 I 02 aF 1 F , 440110 e4,9 _, eeth., .h- ,r qd c.o tto 41r .‘) -Aftillirir Nr-- , �„, : CoIRdt26 '''. s, k _ s- � Avg ' � ;,,t,-�: � f -r � LONG-TERM (10+ YEARS) f HEALTH AND SAFETY t '� Co Rd 26 Fire Station #19 - New Fire Truck and -!-- -e., 0 Ladder Truck* (Vicinity of SH 286 and FM 43) '; -,,,0. t! Fire Station #20 - New Fire Station* (Vicinity of SH 286 and FM 2444) i. ,� ' PARKS AND TRAILS Oso Creek Trail Phase III** .1.:... S5 Drainage Channel Trail Development , -fit Phase II** I I ''v I I Ti 1 FM 43 Street Improvements (Tx DOT) * Projects Not Mapped ** Oso Creek Trail and Drainage Channel CGt1ffi Trail projects are intended to show general location and do not represent final alignment. 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