HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_P&Z_12.05.2023Minutes of the
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of Georgetown, Texas
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
The Georgetown Planning and Zoning Commission met on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 6:00 PM at
Council and Court Building, 510 W. 9th Street.
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The following Members were in attendance:
Present were: Doug Noble, Scott A Allen, Chere Heintzmann, Stephen F Dickey, Pierce P
Macguire, Lance A Morgan, Shelley G G Rodocker, Alice L York
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Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Comments from the Chair
Announcements
Action from Executive Session
1. Statutory 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 Session.
1.A Meeting Minutes
Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes from the November 21st,
2023 regular meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission -- Erica Metress, Planning
Specialist
Moved by Chere Heintzmann; seconded by Pierce P Macguire to Approve .
Motion Approved: 7- 0
Voting For: Scott A Allen, Chere Heintzmann, Stephen F Dickey, Pierce P
Macguire, Lance A Morgan, Shelley G G Rodocker, Alice L York
Voting Against: None
2. Regular Session
2.A 2023-10-ANX Berry Creek Townhomes
Consideration and possible action on an request for a Zoning Map Amendment to zone,
upon annexation of 9.992 acres out of the William Roberts Survey Abstract No.
524 to the Low -Density Multifamily (MF-1) Zoning District for the property generally
located at 3601 Shell Road (2023-10-ANX) -- Ryan Clark, AICP Senior Planner
Ryan Clark presented the staff report.
Chair Dickey asked if the 9.992 acres of the proposed property includes the extension on
Shell Road. Clark acknowledged that the annexation would incorporate a section of Shell
Road within the city limits.
Chair Dickey inquired about the number units available on the site. Clark noted that the
site is entitled to less than 140 units.
Commissioner Allen referred to staff's review that the zoning change does not comply
with the Comprehensive Plan and inquired about a zoning district that would comply.
Clark elaborated that in the Low -Density Multi -Family (MF-1) zoning, applicants can
propose a detached single-family rental which would fit the character of Mixed -Density
Neighborhood, and can also propose a two story, garden -style apartment. Clark noted
that residential single-family homes, two-family homes, and townhomes are more sought
out zoning districts for Mixed -Density Neighborhoods. Clark noted that MF-1 zoning
districts do not require internal public streets whereas residential single-family homes,
two-family homes, and townhomes would essentially have a street network.
Commissioner Allen asked if any of the alternatives would alleviate concerns regarding
access on Shell Road or the private road. Clark acknowledged that this property must
work with neighboring properties to receive access on Shell Stone Trail.
Commissioner Heintzmann inquired about the completion of the City's installation of the
downstream Berry Creek's interceptor that'll allow service to the development. David
Munk, Senior Utility Engineer, approached the podium to address the Commission and
noted that construction for the large interceptor will begin in March 2024 and may take
600 days to complete.
Chair Dickey inquired about a new water line near the property in question. Munk
confirmed that there would be a new water line in place and noted that access to water is
not going to be an issue for the applicant.
Aaron Trevizo, Civil Engineer for the project, approached the podium to address the
Commission and acknowledged that the site is required to have two access points.
Trevizo noted that Shell Road is meant to be an arterial road for the city and not
pedestrian friendly. Trevizo established that the applicant will be dedicating 27 and a half
feet of right away. Trevizo noted that they are working with the neighbor to submit a joint
access easement, which would allow the shared driveway to be the second access point
to the site. Trevizo established that the applicant is required to install left turn lanes,
which will add to the plan of Shell Road, and allow for both access points from that road.
Trevizo noted that the location of both access points will help the fire department because
they would not have to rely on a private road such as Shell Stone Trail. Trevizo presented
the site plan to the Commission. Trevizo established that the water line from American
Elm Drive will be extended to the site and allow owners east of the site to tap into the
water should they decide to annex into the City.
Chair Dickey asked for the maximum height in MF-1. Trevizo acknowledged that the
maximum height in MF-1 is 35 feet.
Commissioner Allen asked if a PUD would specify the requirements on the property.
Clark confirmed and noted that in the past, staff has seen limitations such as
prohibition of stacking of units.
Chair Dickey opened the public hearing.
Robert Krebs, 3709 Shell Road, approached the podium to address the Commission and
informed the Commissioners that he has lived at the announced address for 28 years.
Krebs conveyed his understanding of low density which equates to 1 house on 5 acres
with various wildlife roaming the property. Krebs noted that when rain falls the water goes
to his property and pointed that half of the land of the property in question will be
impervious to landfall. Krebs questioned if there is enough capacity in the ditch, northside
of the development, to carry the rain. Krebs believed that there are deed restrictions that
prohibit this type of development on the property. Krebs questioned whether the owners
of property consulted with the neighbors to approve this change.
Chair Dickey closed the public hearing.
Moved by Scott A Allen; seconded by Alice L York to Deny.
Motion Approved: 7- 0
Voting For: Scott A Allen, Chere Heintzmann, Stephen F Dickey, Pierce P
Macguire, Lance A Morgan, Shelley G G Rodocker, Alice L York
Voting Against: None
2. B Discussion Items
Updates, Commissioner questions, and announcements -- Travis Baird, Assistant
Planning Director
Travis Baird, Assistant Planning Director, announced that the December 19th meeting is
cancelled.
Baird introduced Kerry Cavanaugh, Associate Planner.
Adjournment
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