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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes
Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 6:00 PM
Council Chambers
101 E. Seventh Street, Georgetown, Texas 78626
Commissioners: Don Padfield, Chair; Patrick Lawson, Vice Chair; Annette Montgomery, Secretary;
Porter Cochran
Commissioner(s) Absent: Brandon Collier, Gregory A. Austin, Gene Facey.
Commissioners in Training:
Commissioner(s) in Training Absent: Pat Armour
Staff Present: Elizabeth Cook, Director; Valerie Kreger, Principal Planner; David Munk, City Engineer;
Jennifer Bills, Housing Coordinator and Stephanie McNickle, Recording Secretary.
Chair Padfield called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chair Padfield stated this is a continuation of the November 3rd Planning and Zoning meeting.
Chair Padfield stated the order of the meeting and that those who speak must turn in a speaker form to
the recording secretary before the item that they wish to address begins. Each speaker will be permitted
to address the Commission once for each item, for a maximum of three (3) minutes, unless otherwise
agreed to before the meeting begins.
1. Action from Executive Session. There was not an Executive Session.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Commission may act on with
one single vote. A Commissioner or any member of the public may request that any item from the
Consent Agenda be pulled in order that the Commission discuss and act upon it individually as part of
the Regular Agenda. The Planning and Zoning Commission's approval of an item on the Consent Agenda
will be consistent with the staff recommendation described in the report, unless otherwise noted.
2. Consideration and possible approval of the Minutes of the October 6, 2009 meeting of the Planning
and Zoning Commission.
Motion by Lawson to approve the consent agenda including the October 6, 2009 minutes. Second by
Montgomery. Approved. (4-0)
Regular Agenda
3. Public Hearing and Possible Action on a Comprehensive Plan Amendment changing the Future Land
Use Plan from Medium Density Residential and Mixed Use Neighborhood Center to Employment Center
for 18.81 acres in the Dyches Survey, also known as the Pierce Tract, located at 1000 FM 1460. (JCB) CPA-
2009-005
Since Items #3 & #4 regarded the same property, Jennifer Bills gave both staff reports at this time
4. Public Hearing and Possible Action on a Rezoning from AG, Agriculture District to BP, Business Park
District for 18.81 acres in the Dyches Survey, also known as the Pierce Tract, located at 1000 FM 1460.
(JCB) REZ-2009-013
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Staff report given by Jennifer Bills. The applicant has requested an adjustment to the Future Land Use
Plan by extending the Employment Center boundaries from the west. This land use change is
accompanied by a voluntary annexation request and a zoning request of Business Park, with the idea
of developing the tract as an office complex. The applicant is also requesting a change of zoning from
AG, Agriculture (the default zone for annexation) to BP, Business Park District. The future intent is to
develop the tract as an office complex.
Chair Padfield invited the applicant to speak. Mr. Bob Sedlor reminded the Commissioners this
property is not in the city limits. Chair Padfield continued the Public Hearing for items #3 and #4 from
Tuesday, November 3rd. Tracy Lafave, 207 Valley Drive, stated she is concerned with property value
and stated if the application is approved that only one story office buildings be permitted. She also
asked for landscape buffer to help with privacy issues. She also requested that Sunrise Valley Lane
never be opened to business traffic and lab research not be allowed in the development. Ms. Lafane
also asked Commissioners to please be mindful of flooding issues.
Chair Padfield closed the Public Hearing.
Motion by Lawson to recommend to City Council Denial of a request to change the future land use
for 18.81 acres of the Dyches survey from Moderate Density Residential, Mixed Use Neighborhood
Center and Open Space to Employment Center. Second by Montgomery. Approved. (3-1) Padfield
Motion by Lawson to recommend to City Council Denial of a request to change the zoning for 18.81
acres of the Dyches Survey from Agriculture to Business Park. Second by Cochran. Approved. (3-1)
Padfield.
5. Public Hearing and Possible Action on a Rezoning from AG, Agriculture District to C-1, Local
Commercial District for San Gabriel Estates, Block 1, Lot 6, located at 3600 Williams Drive. (TG) REZ-
2009-014.
Staff report given by Valerie Kreger. The applicant has requested a change of zoning from AG,
Agriculture District to C-1, Local Commercial District. The intent is to make the property more
maketable for a future commericial use. The proposed C-1 District is intended to provide areas for
commercial and retail activities that primarily serve residential areas. Approval of this C-1 zoning
will allow the current or any future owner the option to develop the property for any allowable C-1
use. Chair Padfield invited the applicant to speak. Applicant was not present. Chair Padfield
continued the Public Hearing. No one came forward to speak. The Public Hearing was closed.
Motion by Porter to recommend to City Council approval of a request to rezone Lot 6, Block 1, of San
Gabriel Estates from AG, Agriculture to C-1, Local Commercial. Second by Montgomery. Approved.
(4-0)
6. Public Hearing and Possible Action on a Comprehensive Plan Amendment changing the Future
Land Use Plan from High Density Residential to Employment Center and Mixed-Use Neighborhood
Center for 28.27 acres in the Flores Survey, to be known as Gateway Crossing, located at NE Inner
Loop and County Road 151. (JM) CPA-2009-004
Since Items #6 & #7 regarded the same property, Valerie Kreger gave both staff reports at this time.
7. Public Hearing and Possible Action on a Rezoning from AG, Agriculture District to C-3, General
Commercial, C-1, Local Commercial, OF, Office, and IN, Industrial Districts for 28.27 acres in the
Flores Survey, to be known as Gateway Crossing, located at NE Inner Loop and County Road 151.
(JM) REZ-2009-015.
Staff report by Jordan Maddox given by Valerie Kreger. The applicant has requested an amendment
to the Future Land Use Plan to extend the current Employment Center and Mixed-Use Neighborhood
Center boundaries. With this boundary adjustment, the future land use configuration could
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appropriately accommodate the companion rezoning request that would allow the property to
develop into an indoor and outdoor sports center with adjoining retail and office. The applicant is
also requesting a change of zoning from AG, Agriculture District to IN, Industrial, C-3, General
Commercial and C-1, Local Commercial Districts. The intent is to develop the property into an indoor
and outdoor sports complex with adjoining retail and office. An indoor soccer facility, the main
catalyst for this development, is allowed by the Unified Development Code (UDC) only in the C-3 and
IN Districts. Staff recommended to the applicant that the IN District was appropriate because of the
potential for future reuse of the large facility for industrial or similar uses. The overall vision of the
applicant is to create a regional destination based on the sports complex, which will be comprised of
the indoor soccer facility, outdoor athletic fields and other contemplated future indoor facilities. In
addition, the applicant wishes to provide sites for restaurants, offices, and general retail such as a
drugstore and fuel service along Inner Loop The C-3 and C-1 Districts will accommodate the proposed
uses and offer the flexibility for high-density residential and mixed-use buildings, which the applicant
has expressed an interest in developing. Staff is also recommending extending Sudduth Drive through
the property to CR 151 to give more internal access and driveways, and fewer driveways onto Inner
Loop and CR 151.
Chair Padfield invited the applicant to speak. mr. Mike Ogden stated he needed clarification whether
staff wants a road or a driveway. Ms. Kreger stated staff is recommending a roadway to reduce the
speed and traffic on Inner Loop. There was a discussion regarding the road through the property
between applicant, commissioners and staff. Chair Padfield continued the Public Hearing for both
items #6 & #7. No one came forward to speak. The Public Hearing was closed.
Motion by Montgomery to recommend approval of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment changing the
Future Land Use Plan from High Density Residential to Employment Center and Mixed-Use
Neighborhood Center for 28.27 acres in the Flores Survey, to be known as Gateway Crossing. Second
by Lawson. Approved. (4-0)
Motion by Cochran to recommend approval of a request for a rezoning from AG, Agriculture District
to C-3, General Commercial, C-1, Local Commercial, and IN, Industrial Districts for 28.27 acres in the
Flores Survey, to be known as Gateway Crossing, with the condition that Sudduth Lane be one
entrance from Inner Loop. Second Lawson. Approved. (4-0)
8. Public Hearing and Possible Action on a Special Use Permit for a bar/private club at City of
Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 2 (n/pt), located at 701 Main Street, Suite 200, to be known as Landmark
Tavern. (RW) SUP-2009-003
Staff report given by Robbie Wyler. The applicant has requested a Special Use Permit to allow for a
bar/private club establishment on the 2nd Floor of the Old Masonic Lodge building. The intent is to
convert the currently vacant, former restaurant space of the building into a lounge that will provide
live music and drinks to customers. Per the Unified Development Code (UDC) Use Table 5.01.030,
Bars and Lounges are allowed in the Mixed Use Downtown District but require approval of a Special
Use Permit from City Council. By UDC definition, a bar or lounge is defined as a use engaged in the
preparation and retail sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises, including taverns,
bars, cocktail lounges, and similar uses other than a Restaurant. The leased area consists of two
separate rooms, totaling 3,000 square feet, above Amante’s Restaurant. The main bar area is on the
west side of the building and is surrounded by the second floor balcony overlooking the Square. It
can be accessed by the tavern’s main entrance door off Main Street. The back room is on the east side
of the building separated by the central staircase landing that can be accessed by both the main tavern
area and a 7th Street entrance door. The applicant stated his focus is on the “Baby Boomer” generation
and will provide a relaxed and cozy venue with upscale service featuring live acoustic, jazz, blues and
other eclectic music appealing to a growing market in the area.
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Chair Padfield invited the applicant to speak. Mr. Damon reviewed the TABC issues and the UDC issues.
Chair Padfield continued the public hearing from Tuesday, November 3rd. Ruth Lumpkin, 1309 South
College Street stated she owns and operates two businesses here in Georgetown. Ms. Lumpkin stated that
she is concerned with the appropriate use of our downtown buildings. Tavern and Bar have the same
meaning. Ms. Lumpkin stated that restaurants with a food and beverage certificate can only sell alcohol
when their kitchen is selling food. She explained most restaurants in Georgetown who sell alcohol close at
10:00 or 11:00PM. She stated the Special Use Permit will allow the Bar to stay open and to play its music
till midnight every night of the week because it does not sell food to the public. Dan Merek, owner of
Georgetown Winery on the square stated he is not considered to be a bar but they do sell wine by the
glass and he is concerned with the downtown turning out the same as San Marcus downtown. He also
stated that once a state bill passes in May he will be applying for a permit to sell beer. Don Adams. 31007
Jasper Court, owner of Sweet Serendipity Inc. located at 710 South Austin stated that since the Loading
Dock has been referenced, if you came by their store Saturday and Sunday morning, you would have to
pick up the trash that was left on the sidewalk. The Loading Dock was not a positive business for
downtown. He is not criticizing the individual, just informing the commissioners the mess it created. Mr.
Adams stated he is opposed to any “bar set up” to be in the downtown Georgetown area. Chair Padfield
closed the public hearing.
Motion by Montgomery to recommend approval of a request for a Special Use Permit to allow for a
bar/private club establishment at City of Georgetown, Block 40, Lot 2 (n/pt), located on the 2nd floor of 701
Main Street, occupying Suites 200 and 210. Second by Lawson. Approved. (4-0)
Motion to adjourn at 8:13pm
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Approved, Don Padfield, Chair Attested, Annette Montgomery, Secretary