HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes P&Z 01.19.2021City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
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Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
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Commissioners Present: Ercel Brashear, Chair; Jay Warren; Kaylah McCord; Marlene McMichael;
Travis Perthuis; Chere Heintzmann; Jim Salyer
Alternate Commissioners Absent: Tim Haynie; Alex Fuller; Jerry McCulley
Staff Present: Sofia Nelson, Planning Director; Andreina Davila -Quintero, Current Planning Manager;
Mirna Garcia, Management Analyst; Michael Patroski, Planner; Ethan Harwell, Senior Planner; David
Munk, Utility Engineer; Lua Saluone, Utility Engineer
Chair Brashear called the meeting to order at 6pm.
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A. At the time of posting, no persons had signed up to address the Board
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.
B. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes from the January 5, 2021 regular meeting
of the Planning and Zoning Commission -- Mirna Garcia, Management Analyst.
C. Consideration and possible action to approve an application for a Traffic Impact Analysis,
consisting of approximately 104 acres in the Isaac Donagan Survey, Abstract No. 178, generally
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located at 3301 HWY 29 to be known as Heights at San Gabriel (2020-7-TIA) — David Munk, PE, and
Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
D. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item application
for a Traffic Impact Analysis, consisting of approximately 30.732 acres in the Antonio Flores
Survey, Abstract No. 235, generally located at 301 Stadium Dr to be known as Allora North
Georgetown (2020-8-TIA) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
E. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the
item an application for a Preliminary Plat, consisting of approximately 52.395 acres in the Barney C
Low Survey, Abstract No. 385, generally located south of Westinghouse Road and Mays Street, and
west of FM 1460, to be known as Horizontal Westinghouse Tract (2020-24-PP) -- Andreina Davila -
Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
F. Consideration and possible action to approve an application for a Preliminary Plat Amendment,
consisting of approximately 54.888 acres in the J.P. Pulsifer Survey Abstract No 498, generally
located at 544 Wolf Road to be known as Wolf Ranch West, Section 3 (2020-25-PP) -- Michael
Patroski, Planner
G. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the
item an application for a Preliminary Plat, consisting of approximately 15.242 acres in the Joseph P.
Pulsifier, Abstract No. 498 and the Clement Stubblefield survey, abstract No. 558, generally located
at 1010 W. University Ave. to be known as Wolf Lakes Village, Section 3 (2020-26-PP) -- Ethan
Harwell, Senior Planner
H. Consideration and possible action to approve an application for Construction Plans, Minor
Revision, consisting of approximately 74.53 acres in the Stubblefield & Thompson Survey, Abstract
No. 558 and 608, generally located at Jay Wolf Dr near Wolf Ranch Parkway to be known as Wolf
Ranch West Section 1AG and 1BG (2020-30-CON) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility
Engineering
I. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item application
for Construction Plans, consisting of approximately 29.43 acres in the Robertson, J. Survery,
Abstract No. 545, generally located at the corner of Maple St and Westinghouse Rd to be known as
Bridgehaven Phase 3 (2020-41-CON) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
J. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for Construction Plans, consisting of approximately 121.05 acres in the William
Addison Survey, Abstract 21, Calvin Bell Survey, Abstract 112, and Joseph Mott Survey, Abstract
427, Section Number 2, generally located at 1120 Higgs Rd to be known as Georgetown III (2020-50-
CON) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
K. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for Construction Plans, consisting of approximately 40.03 acres in the J. Thompson
Survey, Abs No. 608, generally located at Near CR 176 on the north side of RM 2243 to be known as
Parkside on the River Phase 3 Section 2 (2020-51-CON) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility
Engineering
L. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for Construction Plans, consisting of approximately 40.03 acres in the J. Thompson
Survey, Abs No. 608, generally located at Near CR 176 on the north side of RM 2243 to be known as
Parkside on the River Phase 3 Section 3A and 3B (2020-52-CON) — David Munk, PE, and Lua
Saluone, Utility Engineering
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M. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item application
for Construction Plans, consisting of approximately 6.361 acres in the A.H. Porter Survey, Abstract
No. 490, also being, Tract 24 of Middle Gabriel Estates, generally located at 119 Blue Quail Dr to be
known as 119 Blue Quail Drive Replat (2020-53-CON) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility
Engineering
N. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for Construction Plans, consisting of approximately 115.987 acres out of a 364.2 acre
tract in the D. Casanova Survey, Abstract 128, Robert Baker Survey, Abstract 824, and Winslow
Turner Survey, Abstract 607, generally located at FM 3405 and CR 289 to be known as The Canyons
at HCH Ranch (2020-54-CON) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
O. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for Construction Plans, consisting of approximately 1.0 acres in the Wright, D. Survey,
Abstract 13, generally located at 3001 N IH 35 to be known as Aviation Dr Extension (2020-55-CON)
— David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
P. Consideration and possible action to approve with the conditions set forth in the item an
application for a Preliminary Final Plat, consisting of a 1.939 acre tract of land situated in the
Joseph P. Pulsifer Survey, Abstract No. 498, generally located at 1350 W University Ave, to be
known as Georgetown Medical/Professional (2020-8-PFP) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
Q. Consideration and possible action to approve an application for a Preliminary Final Plat Combo,
consisting of approximately 7.695 acres in the Barney C. Low Survey, Abstract No. 385, generally
located at 500 Westinghouse Rd to be known as The Summit at Westinghouse, Zone F Subdivision
(2020-15-PFP) -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
R. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Preliminary Final Plat Combo, consisting of approximately 4.177 acres in the
Joseph P. Pulsifer Survey, Abstract No. 498, generally located at 1308 Country Club Rd. to be
known as CCR Estates (2020-22-PFP) — Ryan Clark, Planner
S. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Preliminary Final Plat Combo, consisting of approximately 5.00 acres in the Lewis
J. Dyches Survey, Abstract No. 180, generally located at 4601 South IH 35 to be known as The Final
Plat of 5.00 acres in the Lewis J. Dyches Survey (2020-23-PFP) — Ryan Clark, Planner
T. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Replat, consisting of approximately 0.503 acres in the William Addison Survey,
Abstract No. 21, generally located at 128 Retreat Place to be known as Replat of Lot 7, The Retreat
Subdivision (2020-77-FP) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
U. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Final Plat, consisting of approximately 18.429 acres in the A.H. Porter Survey,
Abstract No. 490, generally located at Northeast of Vista Heights Drive and Highland Ridge Road
to be known as Oaks at San Gabriel, Section Six (2020-78-FP) -- Ethan Harwell, Senior Planner
V. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Final Plat, consisting of approximately 7.893 acres in the William Addison Survey,
Abstract No. 21, generally located at east of Maple Street, south of Southeast Inner Loop to be
known as Marroquin Phase 2 (2020-79-FP) -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning
Manager
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W. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Plat Vacation and Replat of approximately 2.26 acres in the in the Frederick Foy
Survey, Abstract No. 229, generally located at 400 Martingale Street to be known as Replat of Sun
City Neighborhood Seventy -Six, Block B (2020-80-FP) -- Ethan Harwell, Senior Planner
X. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Final Plat, consisting of approximately 11.588 acres in the Joseph Thompson
Survey, Abstract No. 608, generally located at Jay Wolf Dr. to be known as Wolf Ranch West,
Section 1AG (2020-81-FP) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
Y. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Preliminary Final Plat Combo, consisting of approximately 6.361 acres in the A.H.
Porter Survey, Abstract No. 490, generally located at 119 Blue Quail Drive to be known as Blue
Quail Meadows (2020-82-FP) — Ryan Clark, Planner
Z. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Final Plat, consisting of approximately 121.050 acres in the William Addison
Survey, Abstract No. 21, Calvin Bell Survey, Abstract No. 112, and in the Joseph Mott Survey,
Abstract No. 427, Section 2, generally located at 1120 Higgs Rd to be known as Mansions Addition
(2020-83-FP) -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
AA. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Final Plat, consisting of approximately 22.615 acres in the Antonio Flores Survey,
Abstract No. 235, generally located at 301 Stadium Dr. to be known as Allora North Georgetown
(2020-84-FP) — Ryan Clark, Planner
AB. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Replat, consisting of approximately 4.432 acres in consisting of Lot 1, Block A,
Teravista Section G1, generally located north of Westinghouse Road and west of FM 1460 to be known
as Replat of Lot 1, Block A, Teravista Section G1 (2020-85-FP) -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP,
Current Planning Manager
AC. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Final Plat, consisting of approximately 15.420 acres in the Barney C. Low Survey,
Abstract No. 385, generally located at 5400 Mays Street, to be known as Horizontal
Westinghouse (2020-86-FP) -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
AD. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Final Plat, consisting of approximately 2.714 acres in the James Patterson Survey,
Abstract No. 502, generally located at 1201 Westinghouse to be known as Windmill Hill, Phase 2B
(2020-87-FP) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
AE. Consideration and possible action to approve with the conditions set forth in the
item an application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 14.438 acres in the
Barney C. Low Survey, Abstract No. 385, generally located at 500 Westinghouse Road to be known as
Ascend Westinghouse (2020-41-SDP) -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
AF. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 1.939 acres in the J.B. Pulsifer
Survey, Abstract No. 498, generally located at 1340 West University Ave to be known as Georgetown
Medical Professional (2020-46-SDP) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
AG. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in< <e
item an application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 7.271 acres in the Barney
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C. Low Survey, Abstract No. 385, generally located at 5101 N. Mays St. to be known as Sparrow
Georgetown (2020-51-SDP) -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
AH. Consideration and possible action to approve with the conditions set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 5.3 acres in the Barney C. Low
Survey, Abstract No. 385, to be Lot 2, Block, A Summit of Westinghouse Zone F Subdivision, generally
located at 500 Westinghouse to be known as The Summit at Westinghouse Self -Storage (2020-62-SDP) --
Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
AL Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons sect forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 6.57 acres in the D. Wright
Survey, Abstract 13, generally located at 2150 IH 35 to be known as Unity Travel Plaza (2020-63-SDP) --
Michael Patroski, Planner
AJ. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 28.139 acres in the D. Wright
Survey, Abstract No.13, generally located at 2301 Airport Road to be known as Texas Outdoor Power
Equipment (2020-64-SDP) -- Ethan Harwell, Senior Planner
AK. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 2.854 acres in the Merritt
Heritage, Block A, Lot 2, generally located at 4710 Williams Dr. to be known as Oryx Capital (2020-67-
SDP) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
AL. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 400.53 acres in the D. Wright
Survey, Abstract No.13, generally located at 500 Terminal Drive to be known as AST Equipment Cover
and Generator Pad (2020-68-SDP) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
AM. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 1.07 acres in the Sonrisa, Block 1,
Lot 1, generally located at 3626 Williams Drive to be known as Sonrisa, M.O.B. (2020-69-SDP) --
Michael Patroski, Planner
AN. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 17.9 acres being the Sun City
Georgetown Neighborhood 10-E subdivision, generally located at 700 CR 245 to be known as Sun City
RV Tract Redevelopment (2020-70-SDP) -- Ethan Harwell, Senior Planner
AO. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 84.583 acres in the J. Thompson
Survey, Abstract No. 608, generally located at FM 2243 to be known as Wolf Ranch 1AG Amenity
Center (2020-71-SDP) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
AP. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 26.494 acres in the B.C. Low
Survey, Abstract 0385, generally located at 5400 N. Mays Street to be known as Mays Street Multi-
family (2020-72-SDP) -- Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP, Current Planning Manager
AQ. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 22.615 acres in the Antonio
Flores Survey, Abstract No. 235, generally located at 301 Stadium Dr. to be known as Allora North
Georgetown (2020-73-SDP) — Ryan Clark, Planner
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AR. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Site Development Plan, consisting of approximately 5.00 acres in the Lewis J. Dyches
Survey, generally located at the southwest corner of Blue Springs Boulevard and Rabbit Hill Road to be
known as Georgetown Travel Center (2020-74-SDP) — Ryan Clark, Planner
AS. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Stormwater Permit, consisting of 5.009 acres in the Key West Irrig. Co. Survey,
Abstract 711, generally located at 5301 RM 2243 to be known as 5301 RM 2243 (2020-11-SWP) — David
Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
AT. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Stormwater Permit, consisting of approximately 11 acres out of the Antonio
Manchaca Survey, Abstract No. 421, generally located at 6200 I-35 N to be known as Crestview RV &
Boat Storage (2020-17-SWP) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
AU. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Stormwater Permit, consisting of 21.013 acres in the Woodruff Stubblefield Survey,
Abstract 556, generally located at 5300 HWY 29 E to be known as Park Place RV Park — Phase 1 (2020-
19-SWP) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
AV. Consideration and possible action to disapprove for the reasons set forth in the item an
application for a Stormwater Permit, consisting of 6.84 acres in the J. Thompson Survey, Abstract 608,
generally located at Jay Wolf Dr near Wolf Ranch Parkway to be known as Wolf Ranch Amenity Center
Stormwater Permit (2020-20-SWP) — David Munk, PE, and Lua Saluone, Utility Engineering
AW. Consideration and possible action to approve an application for a Heritage Tree Pruning
Permit, for the property located at 308 Cumberland Cove, bearing the legal description of Lot 37, Block
R, Wolf Ranch West Sec 3 Ph 1 (2020-19-HT) -- Steve McKeown, Landscape Planner
AX. Consideration and possible action to approve an application for a Heritage Tree Pruning
Permit, for the property located at 1113 Moonlight Terrace, bearing the legal description of Lot 6, Block
S, Wolf Ranch West Sec 3 Ph 1 (2020-20-HT) -- Steve McKeown, Landscape Planner
AY. Consideration and possible action to approve an application for a Heritage Tree Pruning
Permit, for the property located at 100 Iva June Lane, bearing the legal description of Lot 1, Block T,
Wolf Ranch West Sec 3 Ph 1 (2020-21-HT) -- Steve McKeown, Landscape Planner
AZ. Consideration and possible action to approve an application for a Heritage Tree Pruning
Permit, for the property located at 1308 River Vista, bearing the legal description of Lot 56, Block J,
Wolf Ranch West Sec 2 Ph 2 (2020-22-HT) -- Steve McKeown, Landscape Planner
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented by Commissioner Warren. Second by
Commissioner Heintzmann. Approved (7-0).
Chair Brashear re -arranged the Legislative Regular Agenda and moved Item BB to the end of the Legislative
Regular Agenda.
Legislative Regular Agenda
BA. Public hearing and possible action on a Zoning Map
Amendment to rezone approximately 92.612 acres out of the in the W. Stubblefield
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Survey from the Agriculture (AG) zoning district to the Residential Single -Family (RS) zoning
district, for the property generally located 4250 University Ave. (2020-9-REZ) -- Nat Waggoner, PMP,
AICP, Long Range Planning Manager
Staff report by Waggoner. The applicant is requesting the rezoning of the subject property from the
Agriculture (AG) zoning district to the Residential Single -Family (RS) zoning district. According to the
applicant's Letter of Intent (Exhibit 5), the rezoning request will enable the development of a single-
family subdivision. The subject property is located at 4250 E. University Ave, east of State Highway 130
and west of East View High School, effectively the eastern most extension of the city limits. The subject
property has a Neighborhood (NH) Future Land Use designation and is currently zoned Agriculture
(AG) and Scenic Gateway Overlay. This property was brought into the corporate limits of Georgetown
in 2006 as part of the larger 2005 annexation strategy and at that time assigned its current zoning
district.
The Residential Single -Family (RS) zoning district allows for medium density and its minimum lot size
is 5,500 square feet. The RS district contains standards for development that maintain single-family
neighborhood characteristics. The RS district may be located within proximity of neighborhoodfriendly
commercial and public services and protected from incompatible uses. All housing types in the RS
district shall use the lot, dimensional and design standards of the district. Permitted land uses within
the district include detached single-family homes and group homes with 6 or less residents. Attached
single-family homes, churches, family home day care, and schools among other uses are permitted
subject to specific design limitations to ensure compatibility with the surrounding properties. Other
uses such as accessory dwelling units, bed and breakfast, group day care, general office and other
similar uses may be permitted subject to approval of a Special Use Permit (SUP). Exhibit 4 contains a
comprehensive list of RS district permitted uses and development standards.
According to the letter of intent, the applicant has approached Georgetown Independent School
District (GISD) for the expansion and/or relocation of the wastewater lift station and force main that
serve East View High School. According to the applicant, the partnership with private development
would create an entity to take over operation and maintenance of the wastewater collection for the
school and this new development, thus relieving the ISD of that burden. In June, the applicant
submitted a utility evaluation and is awaiting response.
Waggoner read a public comment submitted after the agenda posted into the record from Clyde
Warner, 4101 University Avenue. Mr. Warner supports the project.
Commissioner McCord asked about target ratios and sought clarification. Waggoner explained 90% is
correct.
Chair Brashear opened the Public Hearing.
Amir Z commented that he has no idea what the procedure is and how this project will affect his
property.
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Chair Brashear closed the Public Hearing.
Motion to recommend approval of Item BA (2020-9-REZ) by Commissioner Warren. Second by
Commissioner McCord. Approved (7-0).
BC. Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Zoning Map Amendment to amend the
Wolf Lakes Village Planned Unit Development (PUD), to revise the Transportation & Circulation Plan,
consisting of approximately 164 acres of land in the J.P. Pulsifer Survey, Abstract No. 498, and the C.
Stubblefield Survey, Abstract No. 558, generally located on the north side of W. University Avenue
between IH-35 and Wolf Ranch Parkway (2020-9-PUD) -- Ethan Harwell, Senior Planner
Staff report by Harwell. The applicant is seeking to amend the Wolf Lakes Village PUD to provide
additional flexibility as the project moves from conceptual planning and entitlements to site design.
The specific changes requested include a change in location for the Wolf Lakes Circle, a traffic circle to
be located at the intersection of Wolf Lakes Drive and Memorial Drive, and the adoption of alternative
driveway spacing standards for Wolf Lakes Drive. These proposed amendments are just some of a
handful described in the applicant's letter of intent (Exhibit 5). The whole list of requested amendments
are being considered in two actions — this first amendment, Wolf Lakes Village PUD Amendment No.
1, requires less review but is critical to the approval of development applications that are currently
under review. The subject property is located at the northwest corner of IH-35 and University Avenue
(SH 29), bounded by Wolf Ranch Parkway to the west and the River Hills subdivision to the north. The
subject property has a Future Land Use designation of Special Area and is currently zoned as a Planned
Unit Development (PUD) with a base district of General Commercial (C-3). The subject property is
surrounded by a wide variety of uses, most of which are single-family residential subdivisions or
commercial uses primarily characterized by large, auto oriented uses. Each of the other corner tracts at
IH-35 and University Ave. (SH 29) are developed with large, heavily traffic shopping centers. These
large commercial tracts give way to existing and developing single-family neighborhoods in the areas
around them.
Due to its location along a freeway (IH-35) and major arterial (W University Ave), the subject property
is also located within the Highway Corridor and Urban Corridor, two of the Image Corridors adopted
as part of the 2030 Plan Update. Highway corridors are located along the City's major roadways with
the highest traffic volumes and traffic speeds. Highway corridors include primarily auto -oriented,
nonresidential development such as commercial, retail, office, and mixed -use to capitalize on highway
visibility and access; however, industrial development is not appropriate within these corridors
without significant screening and performance standards. Highway corridors are the most visible to
residents and visitors and project a positive image of Georgetown. Urban Corridors are located
primarily near the core of the City along roadways with higher traffic volumes. Urban corridors
encourage moderate -density commercial development while maintaining a safe and welcoming
pedestrian environment. Street geometry and design support all transportation modes, particularly
pedestrians and cyclists. These corridors accommodate a blend of retail, commercial, office, mixed -use,
medium -density residential, and a limited amount of residential subdivisions.
The applicant, Iva Mclachlan addressed the Commission and further elaborated on the project.
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Chair Brashear opened the Public Hearing.
Brian Ortego,125 Cedar Elm, is not against the project, and commented on previously approved
projects similar to this one.
Chair Brashear closed the Public Hearing.
Motion to approve Item BC (2020-9-PUD) by Commissioner Warren. Second by Commissioner
Perthuis. Approved (7-0).
BD. Presentation and discussion on a proposed Text Amendment to the Unified Development
Code (UDC) relating to the Tree Preservation and Landscaping standards specifically as it pertains to
tree preservation, removal and mitigation, streetyard, gateway and parking landscape standards, and
screening and water conservation requirements (UDC General Amendment No. 20-03) -- Steve
McKeown, Landscape Planner, Ethan Harwell, Senior Planner, and Andreina Davila -Quintero, AICP,
Current Planning Manager
Chair Brashear requested this item be discussed at the next PZ meeting on 2/2 due to the length of the
proposed discussion, and the remaining agenda item that has already received a lot of public
comments.
Motion to move item BD to the February 2nd PZ meeting, by Commissioner Perthuis. Second by
Commissioner Warren. Approved (7-0).
BB. Public Hearing and possible action on a request for a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone
approximately 8.705 acres of land out of the Antonio Flores Survey, Abstract #235, from the Residential
Single -Family (RS) zoning district to the High Density Multi -Family (MF-2) zoning district, for the
property generally located at 903 Riverhaven Drive (2020-32-REZ) -- Michael Patroski, Planner
Staff report by Patroski. The Applicant is requesting the rezoning of the subject property in order to
build approximately 172 total unit Class A, age -restricted apartment home community for adults age
55+ (Exhibit 5, Letter of Intent). The Applicant states that amenities will include a clubhouse, fitness
center, arts space, community pool, dog park, and more. The proposed project would include
approximately 160 apartment units in a 4-story elevator served building and 12 single -story cottage
style homes. The subject property has a Community Center and Mixed Density Neighborhood Future
Land Use designations and is currently zoned Residential Single -Family (RS). The subject property is
also located within the Scenic/Natural Gateway Overlay district. The subject property is located
between FM 971 to the north and San Gabriel Park to the south, just south of the Parkview Estates
residential community entrance. The FM 971 corridor has primarily developed with single-family
residential neighborhoods and large ranch/agriculture tracts. Other nearby residential neighborhoods
include River's Edge, Katy Cove, and Katy Crossing. While some commercial zoned properties exist
closer to N Austin Ave, about half of these properties are vacant and the other half developed with a
medical office, fuel sales station and convenience store, and multifamily. There is also a 1-acre cemetery
located along the eastern portion of the site that divides the subject property. The subject property was
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annexed into the city limits in 1965 (Ordinance 65-A1). The subject property was formally used as
nursing home and rehabilitation center. This is the first rezoning request for the subject property.
The applicant, David Walsh addressed the Commission and further explained the request for this
project.
Chair Brashear opened the Public Hearing.
Regina Watson is giving her three minutes to Scott Strance. Scott Strance, HOA president, commented
that this building will block the scenic view of Parkview Estates residents. The apartment complex will
detract from the historic marker, increase traffic, and affect the retention pond. This will change the
view for residents and appearance.
Mike Blom is concerned with the 971 corridor, and the cut through traffic, as well as change to the view
of San Gabriel Park.
Ki Browning,101 Benchmark St, is concerned that this will be a barrier for the community, will increase
traffic, and would rather something else more picturesque be built.
Reagan Fernandez, 305 Park Vista Dr, likes the concept but not the height and density.
Jill H, 202 Rio Vista Dr, commented that this will be a visual barrier to the park, will increase traffic and
congestion, as there are no immediate plans to widen the road in the future. This also raises a public
safety concern as that is a dangerous intersection.
Todd Hughes, 103 Rio Vista, is against the idea because there is no expansion planned for 971 and it is
a dangerous intersection.
Brad McGrew, 204 Gann St, is opposed to the height being 4 stories and the density. He suggested
maybe using smaller units. This will increase traffic in an intersection that is already dangerous.
Chair Brashear closed the Public Hearing.
The applicant announced that they would like to defer action on this application at this time and
requested the Commission grant them an additional period of time in order to meet with residents and
attempt to address the concerns identified during the public hearing.
Motion to postpone action and move Item BB (2020-32-REZ) to the February 161h PZ meeting by
Commissioner Warren. Second by Commissioner Heintzmann. Approved (7-0).
BE. Discussion Items:
a. Updates and Announcements — Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director
i. Nelson updated the Commission on items that go to City Council; at future
meetings, Nelson will bring back Council action updates for the Commission's
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awareness.
b. Updates from other Board and Commission meetings
i. Chair Brashear provided an update regarding GTAB; the Board provided a
recommendation to City Council for a proposed transportation impact fee. The
impact fee is designed to collect transportation funds for projects being added
into the City. The Mobility Bond Committee made a recommendation to the City
Council as well.
c. Questions or comments from Alternate Members about the actions and matters
considered on this agenda.
d. Reminder of the February 2, 2021, Planning and Zoning Commission teleconference
meeting starting at 6:00pm.
Motion to adjourn by Commissioner Heintzmann. Second by Commissioner McCord. Motion
approved 7-0.
Adjourned at 8:06p.m.
Ercel Brashear, Chair Attest, Ghere HeiRtzmarrrr, Secretary
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