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February 5, 2019
City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes
Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Courts and Council Building, located at 101 E 7th Street Georgetown, TX 78626
Commissioners present: Tim Bargainer, Vice-Chair; Ercel Brashear; John Marler; Kayla McCord; Gary
Newman; Josh Schroeder, Chair; and Ben Stewart.
Absent: Travis Perthuis, Roger Chappell
Staff Present: Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner; Andreina Davila-Quintero, Current Planning Manager;
Sofia Nelson, Planning Director; Michael Patroski, Planner; Ethan Harwell, Planner; Charlie McNabb,
City Attorney and Stephanie McNickle Recording Secretary.
Chair Schroeder called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and Commissioner Marler led the pledge of
allegiance.
Consent Agenda
The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that may be acted upon
with one single vote. An item may be pulled from the Consent Agenda in order that it be discussed and
acted upon individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
A. Consideration of the Minutes from the December 4, 2018 meeting. Karen Frost, Recording
Secretary
B. Consideration and possible action on a Preliminary Final Plat for the Vanguard subdivision,
consisting of approximately 5.996 acres in the David Wright Survey, Abstract No. 13, located at
2144 N IH-35 (PP- 2018-013). Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner
C. Consideration and possible action on a Plat Vacation for the Bonnet Subdivision and the Legend
Oaks, Section II Subdivision, generally located on the north and south sides of W. University
Avenue, east of Wolf Ranch Parkway (VAC-2018-002). Ethan Harwell, Planner
Motion by Commissioner Brashear, second by Commissioner Bargainer to approve the consent agenda
items as posted. Approved 7 – 0.
Legislative Regular Agenda
At this time Chair Schroeder moved item G. to be presented prior to item D.
H. Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Development Agreement for a
multifamily and commercial development on approximately 54 acres out of the Francis A.
Hudson Survey, Abstract No. 295, J.S. Patterson Survey, Abstract No. 502, and the John Powell
Survey, Abstract No. 491, generally located in the 500 block of Westinghouse Rd, to be known
as Chapel Hill (DA-2018-001) - Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director
Presentation given by Sofia Nelson. The applicant is seeking approval of a development agreement
which establishes provisions of annexation, zoning process, and utilities. The overall intent of the
development is to develop the subject property as a multifamily development (maximum of 600 units)
and commercial/business park development along the frontage of Westinghouse Road
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(approximately 18 acres in size). The applicant is seeking to entitle the property inside and outside the
city limits at one time. The purpose of the development agreement allows the developer to understand if
the request is in compliance with the comprehensive plan prior to annexation, and if it is, are there any
additional development standards needed that the applicant should incorporate in advance of coming in
for PUD approval.
Commissioner Brashear asked and staff stated the intent is not approving the land uses today. The
Commissioner is to decide if you approve the application to proceed with the annexation and zoning
designation and that the uses that are covered in this development agreement is consistent with the
comprehensive plan. The area that is zoned MF2 is capped at 24 units per acre and the max is 600 units.
Chair Schroeder invited the applicant to speak.
Jordan Maddox representing several owners of the property stated the property has some
topographical challenges. The property is land lock and the only entrance is on Westinghouse.
The developer with good land usage is looking at the property as to what would best fit the
land. The comprehensive plan was discussed with the city. Over 18 acres of commercial and
Business Park. Mixed is consistent with the Planned Unit Development submitted to the city.
1.2 million dollar offsite utility improvements will 100% of the cost on the developer of this
project.
Jordan Maddox stated he will be glad to answer questions.
Chair Schroeder opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward. The Public Hearing was
closed.
Motion by Commissioner Marler to recommend to City Council approval of the Development
Agreement for a multifamily and commercial development on approximately 54 acres out of the Francis A.
Hudson Survey, Abstract No. 295, J.S. Patterson Survey, Abstract No. 502, and the John Powell Survey,
Abstract No. 491, generally located in the 500 block of Westinghouse Rd, to be known as Chapel Hill and
outlined in the application DA-2018-001. Seconded by Commissioner Brashear. Approved 6-0. (Commissioner
Bargainer abstained)
D. Public Hearing and possible action on a request to zone 23.10 acres out of the Joseph Pulsifer
Survey, Abstract No. 498, to the Rural Estate (RE) district upon annexation, for the property
generally located at 34 Skyline Road, within the Joseph Pulsifer Survey, to be known as
Maravilla (ANX-2018-009). Chelsea Irby, Senior Planner
Presentation given by Chelsea Irby. The applicant is requesting to zone 23.10 acres of land to the
Rural Estate (RE) zoning district upon annexation in lieu of the default Agriculture (AG) zoning
designation. Platting of the 23 acres and zoning to a Rural Estate district will have access to DB
Wood Road. The Low Density Residential category includes the city’s predominantly single-
family neighborhoods that can be accommodated at a density between 1.1 and 3 dwelling units
per gross acre.
Additional local streets would need to be constructed on the property to support residential
development.
Staff has reviewed the request in accordance with the Unified Development Code (UDC) and
other applicable codes.
Staff has determined that the proposed request meets 4 of the 5 criteria established in UDC
Section 3.06.030 for a Rezoning, as outlined in the attached Staff Report.
Matt Synatschk, Matkin, Hoover Engineering, representing the applicant complimented
Chelsea on her staff report and stated he will be glad to answer questions.
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Chair Schroeder opened the Public Hearing.
• Melissa Bergeson – 368 River Chase Blvd.
• Julie Harris – 364 River Chase Blvd.
• Christopher G. Putney – 344 River Chase Blvd.
All addressed the P&Z Commissioners and each stated concerns with…
• viewing the neighbors backyards from their homes
• the setback on how close the new homes will be to the cliffs
• The invading wild hogs will be worse in their neighborhood.
• Does not want their view obstructed by the neighboring homes.
Chair Schroeder invited the owner to respond to the concerns.
Norm Ashby stated he will not be able to build these homes on the edge of the property and
will be higher end homes. He also stated he understands and values the neighbors’ privacy.
Motion by Commissioner Brashear to recommend to city council approval of the request to
zone 23.10 acres out of the Joseph Pulsifer Survey, Abstract No. 498, to the Rural Estate (RE)
district upon annexation, for the property generally located at 34 Skyline Road, within the
Joseph Pulsifer Survey, to be known as Maravilla. Seconded by Commissioner Marler.
Approved 6-0. (Chair Schroeder abstained)
E. Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Replat of part of Blocks 7 and 24 of the
Rucker and Hodges Addition, consisting of approximately 0.29 acres, located at 705 W 10TH ST,
to be known as West Heaven (FP-2018-034). Michael Patroski, Planner
Presentation given by Michael Patroski. The applicant is requesting to replat 0.2896 acres into
two lots within the RS-Residential Zoning District. The property is located at 705 W. 10th Street
within the RS-Residential Single Family zoning district. The future land use for this area is
Moderate Density Residential. The 0.29 acre property currently has one (1) residential structure
located in the south western portion of the property.
Staff has reviewed the request in accordance with the Unified Development Code (UDC) and
other applicable codes. Staff has determined that the proposed request meets 5 out of the 5
criteria established in UDC Section 3.08.080.D for a Replat, as outlined in the attached Staff
Report.
Chair Schroeder opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward, the Public Hearing was
closed.
Motion by Commissioner Marler to approve the request for a Replat of part of Blocks 7 and 24
of the Rucker and Hodges Addition, consisting of approximately 0.29 acres, located at 705 W
10TH ST, to be known as West Heaven. Seconded by Commissioner Bargainer. Approved. (7-0)
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F. Presentation and discussion on a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to amend the 2030
Comprehensive Plan to adopt the Solid Waste Master Plan as an element of the Comprehensive
Plan -- Teresa Chapman, Environmental Services Coordinator, and Octavio Garza, PE, CPM,
Public Works Director.
Presentation given by Teresa Chapman. Teresa reviewed over the 2019 Comprehensive Solid
Waste Master Plan (283 pages).
The City of Georgetown permitted a landfill in 1974 that was subsequently closed in 1990 when
transfer of solid waste operations began. The City’s Solid Waste Master Plan is being
undertaken to develop a Comprehensive Solid Waste Master Plan to meet demand in future
years. The ultimate goal of the Master Plan is to provide systematic guidelines for the provision
of solid waste services to the City of Georgetown. Ms. Chapman stated she is hoping the
Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the Master Plan during its February 19th P&Z
meeting, so can be moved forward to City Council for a presentation and review.
Ms. Chapman stated the City Council will consider amending the 2030 Plan and adopting the
Solid Waste Master Plan during its regular meeting on March 12th.
Chair Schroeder asked for comments from the commission.
Commissioners asked if they have a strategy and Ms. Chapman stated there are several
different strategies that can be in place.
The commissioners stated they need more time to review the proposal and will reconvene
during the February 19th Planning and Zoning meeting.
G. Item was presented prior to Item D
Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Development Agreement for a multifamily and
commercial development on approximately 54 acres out of the Francis A. Hudson Survey, Abstract No.
295, J.S. Patterson Survey, Abstract No. 502, and the John Powell Survey, Abstract No. 491, generally
located in the 500 block of Westinghouse Rd, to be known as Chapel Hill (DA-2018-001) - Sofia Nelson,
CNU-A, Planning Director
H. Updates, Commissioner questions and comments. Sofia Nelson, Planning Director
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn at 8:24 pm.
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Josh Schroeder, Chair Attest, John Marler, Secretary