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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1965-03-16 REGULAR MEETING of the PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION March 16, 1965 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order by the Chairman, Edward Smith. Members in attendance were Bert Heyl, LaVern Smith and J. A. Horton, Not present, Henry Uselton. Also present, City Manager, Lee Cowell, Mayor William G. Fuller, Billy Byers and Frank Douglass, Councilmen, Jack Bullard, City Inspector and Fannie Gorman, recording secretary. Visitors present were Mrs. John M. Greb, W. J. "Doc" Hyde, David Moak, Stanley J. hlir,Jr., Wayne D. Lee, Betty Pothoff, reporter, Daily News Texan, Mr. and Mrs. V. P.I. Braley, Mr. and Mrs M. W. Burn- ham and Mr. and Mrs. L. Lucas. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES The Minutes of the previous meeting, February 16, 1965, were approved as read. OLD BUSINESS I. A. Public Hearing - Zoning Case No. 136 - Stanley J. Ilir, Jr,, - Request for rezoning 9.95 acre tract in the L. Franklin Survey from "A" Resi- dential to "C" Commercial. The Chairman called for proponents of the request. Mr. Stanley J. I:lir, Jr., petitioner, stated five acres fronting High- way 157'would be used for a trailer park built to FHA specifications, and further, he had purposely selected the land away from a residential area as he realized there might be some objection to a trailer park in or near a congested residential area, He stated his belief that the City was in great need of a trailer park. The Chairman asked for opponents of the request. There were no opponents to the request. The Chairman reiterated his opinion that the area is suitable for Com- mercial zoning as the property abutting the Highway will eventually be zoned for Commercial purposes. He further expressed an opinion that the City is in need of a suitable trailer park. A motion was made by J. A. Horton to approve the request. The motion was seconded by LaVern Lee. The motion passed unanimously, tor (Page 2 - P&Z Minutes, March 16, 1965) It is hereby noted that four interested persons entered the Council Chambers after the Public Hearing had been dispensed with and as one lady rose to exit the Council Chambers, the Chairman interrupted the proceedings.to inquire of her interest in the matter. She stated her name as Mrs. P.I. 11. Burnham and said she was interested in the Zoning Case and had no objections except she did not wish to have her proper- ty Zoned Commercial. The Chairman assured her that her property was not up for rezoning. She then left the Council Chambers to return some time later in the company or her husband and Mr. and Mrs. V. P.I. Braley. Mr. and Mrs. Burnham are property owners within 200 feet and Mr. and Mrs. Braley are interested persons within 350 feet of the 9,95 acre tract. The Chairman recognized Mr. Braley, who stated he owned a 20 acre tract South of the 9.95 acre tract and because of the proximity was opposed to the request as "trailer parks are not known to enhance the appearance of the land and unless something is tied down as to the in- vestment in relation to my investment, I would like it up for review and further learn what he is going to do." The Chairman advised Mr. Braley that the Public Hearing had been concluded before his arrival, but informed him before a permit is issued for a trailer park, a per- mit will be submitted to the City Inspector and will come before the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council for approval. Mr. Braley stated FHA specifications only meant approval of a septic tank, water supply and slab foundations and does not keep a man from operating a junk business. He further explained that he had spent years acquiring the things around him, beautifying and improving his property and he thought the petitioner should be more specific in his intent. The Chairman then suggested Mr. Braley contact Mr. Ialir personally. (Mr. I.lir left the Hearing at the conclusion of the re- commendation for approval) The name and address of the Petitioner was given to Mr. Braley. The Chairman recognized Mr. M. 11. Burnham, who stated he was interest- ed in the Tax situation, as taxpayers would have to pay taxes for school buses if children were involved. It was noted by the Chairman that businesses pay taxes and would relieve the tax load for the own- ers of residences in the City. Mrs. Burnham was recognized by the Chairman and stated something should be done now, and not later, they do not want Commercial zoning, the property is directly in front of the Burnhams and would mean a lot of people all at once. The Chairman stated they are living on a main thoroughfare, which is likely to develop commercially eventually. ',. Mrs. Braley then stated, "we get taxes and police protection, but no say about our neighbors." Mr. Braley then added, "we had no say about being taken into the City, [ so regardless of what we say, it will have no effect on what we want." (r • (Page 3 - P&Z Minutes, Match 16, 1965) The Chairman explained that the Commission was a recommending Body and they would Mile an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing before the City Cobnoil. B. Flat Approval - Final, Marydell Addition, Mr. David M6ak presented the plat to the Commission. A letter dated March 1, 1965, from the City Engineers was read by the Chairman. (Letter hereby made a part ,. of the Minutes.) The Engineers requested minor grade revision of Tex- lane Street and recommended approval contingent on the change. The Chairman posed a question on the amount of footage obtained for R.O.W. on a left turn lane on South Main. The City Council Minutes of February 9, 1965, Item VI, were read in which Mr. Jones stated he had previously dedicated five (5) feet of his property and did not consider that he should dedicate eight (8) additional feet. Mr. Jones was subsequently asked to dedicate three (3) feet instead of eight (8) feet, in addition to the five feet previously dedicated. The Chairman asked to have the minutes reflect that a discussion followed with members of the Council in attendance, and that addit- ional R.O.W. had not been granted as requested (an additional eight (8) foot R.O.W. for a distance of 300 feet), however, the Council had seen fit to instruct the Engineers to proceed with the three (3) ft. R.O.W,, therefore, upon the Engineers recommendation and contin- gent with the grade revision, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the final plat. The motion for recommenda- tion of approval was made by Bert Heyl, seconded by LaVern Lee and passed unanimously, NEW BUSINESS II. A. ` Dedication - Park Street - A letter from the City Engineers was read by the Chairman with the observation that Park Street, as design- ed, drains North into unpiatted land and the City should be furnished with a drainage easement across this property and any other property such runoff would effect. (Letter hereby made a part of the Minutes). The City Inspector informed the Commission that subgrade density and asphalt content complied with City Specifications, however the Curb on the West side is below grade and will need correction. A motion was made by Bert Heyl to accept dedication of Park Street providing drainage is approved by the City Engineers on the North, and the Curbing is corrected. The motion was seconded by J. 4. Hor- ton. The motion passed unanimously. OTHER BUSINESS III. A. The Chairman asked for information on the original request of Dr, Richard J. Thomes for rezoning a tract of land in the Ray Shel- ton Subdivision from $A* )kesidential to "C" Commercial. The case was referred tothe Board of Adjustment for disposition. (City Coun- cil Minutes, February 23, 1965, Item III). City Manager, Lee Cowell stated Dr. Thomes is operating under the non-conforming use laws of the State and should he cease to operate at any time, he will not be allowed to reinstigate business. Dr. Thomes is presently requesting (Page 4- P&Z Minutes, March 16, 1965 h permit to reface the existing building. A Public Hearing before Beard of Adjustment is set for April 14, 1965. Mr. Alter Horton received a telephone call at this time and left the meeting, (8150 P.M.) B. . Mr. Wayne Lee was recognized by the Chairman and stated Harwood Rd, between North Main and Harris Drive stands full of water in the drainage ditch and is a health hazard. The City Manager explained to Mr, Lee that the City will spray for mosquito larva and that Hard. wood Drive is scheduled for widening and channeling in 1966-67. C. , A joint meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council was held at the request of the City Manager. Present were Messrs: Billy Byers and Prank Douglass, Councilman, Mayor Puller and Lee Cowell, City Manager and Commission members, Messrs: Edward Smith LaVern Lee and Bert Heyl, Lee Cowell stated a question had been posed as to the role of the P&Z Commission as some recommendations have not been followed through. He stated further, that Council action had been made according to in- formation available and there seemed to be a breakdown in communication between the two groups, A general discussion of underlying causes and possible remedial action followed. The Planning & Zoning Chairman stated he would like to consider recommedations for presentation at a later date. A tenative date for a called joint-session was made for Thursday, March 18, 1965. The Chairman stated he would like the minutes to reflect that it is the general consensus of opinion of the Commission that the City Council reconsider the request for rezoning Lots 1-19, Block 14, Bell Ranch Terrace from "A" Residential to "C" Commercial. (Zoning Case No, 137) "Doc" Hyde, Chairman of the Recreation Committee, commented he had observed other Cities with advanced planning programs where when you put something in the slot, something comes out.' ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 by general consent of the members. APPROVED: ' C -11-1/1Eae-6(-ATTEST: Chairman i de 111111P - Secret:. y L