HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_P&Z_10.06.2015Notice of Meeting for the
Planning and Zoning Commission
of the City of Georgetown
October 6, 2015 at 6:00 PM
at City Council Chambers, 101 E. 7th Street, Georgetown
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A - As of the deadline, no persons were signed up to speak on items other than what was posted on
the agenda.
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 of the minutes from September 15, 2015.
C Consideration and possible action on a Preliminary Plat Amendment to change the phasing
schedule for the Madison at Georgetown Section 1. (PP-2015-001) Jordan Maddox, AICP,
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Principal Planner
Legislative Regular Agenda
D Consideration and possible action on a Preliminary Plat for 92.604 acres in the Low Survey, to
be known as Vista Pointe Subdivision, located at 1050 Westinghouse Rd. (PP-2015-005) Valerie
Kreger, AICP, Principal Planner
E Public Hearing and possible action on a request to Rezone 52.48 acres in the Hudson, Patterson,
Addison and Robertson Surveys located at the northeast corner of F.M. 1460 and Westinghouse
Road (C.R. 111), known as the Wheeler Tract, from a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning
with Local Commercial (C-1) and High Density Multifamily (MF-2) base Districts to 19.67 acres
of Local Commercial (C-1) District, 10.81 acres of General Commercial (C-3) District, 11.00
acres of Low-density Multifamily (MF-1) District, and 11.00 acres of High-density Multifamily
(MF-2) District. REZ-2015-004 (Mike Elabarger, Senior Planner and Sofia Nelson, CNU-A,
Planning Director)
F Discussion Items:
Update on the Unified Development Code Advisory Committee (UDCAC) meetings.
Update on the Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB) meetings. (Commissioner
Rankin)
Questions or comments from Commissioners-in-Training about the actions and matters considered
on this agenda.
Reminder of the October 20, 2015, Planning and Zoning commissioners meeting in the Council
Chambers located at 101 East 7th Street, starting at 6:00pm.
CERTIFICATE OF POSTING
I, Jessica Brettle, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice
of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public
at all times, on the ______ day of __________________, 2015, at __________, and remained so
posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
____________________________________
Jessica Brettle, City Secretary
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning
October 6, 2015
SUBJECT:
Consideration of the minutes from September 15, 2015.
ITEM SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
NA
SUBMITTED BY:
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning
October 6, 2015
SUBJECT:
Consideration and possible action on a Preliminary Plat Amendment to change the phasing
schedule for the Madison at Georgetown Section 1. (PP-2015-001) Jordan Maddox, AICP,
Principal Planner
ITEM SUMMARY:
Background:
The applicant has requested a Preliminary Plat amendment to adjust the phasing order of the
project, shifting Phase II towards the front of the project to a single lot at SH 195 and the proposed
Vaquero Pass intersection. Phase II, as now proposed, would be for a 15.96-acre tract of land (Lot
1, Block A on the preliminary plat) that is zoned Multi-Family, High Density (MF-2). The phasing
amendment would move up the planned Phase IV to Phase II and push back the previously
approved phases II and III.
Recommended Motion:
Approval of the Preliminary Plat Amendment to adjust the phasing schedule.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None at this time. The applicant has paid the required fees.
SUBMITTED BY:
Jordan Maddox, AICP, Principal Planner and Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Staff Report Backup Material
Location Map Backup Material
Approved Preliminary Plat Backup Material
Proposed Phasing Revision Exhibit
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Georgetown Planning Department Staff Report
Madison at Georgetown, Section 1 Preliminary Plat Amendment Page 1 of 2
Report Date: September 8, 2015
File No: PP-2015-001
Project Planner: Jordan J. Maddox, AICP, Principal Planner
Item Details
Project Name: Madison at Georgetown, Section 1
Project Address: 4565 SH 195
Location: SH 195 near Oak Branch Dr
Total Acreage: 234.7 acres
Legal Description: 234.7 acres in the LS Walters Survey
Applicant: Paul Linehan, Land Strategies
Property Owner: Madison Georgetown Cotenancy
Contact: Paul Linehan
Applicant’s Request
The applicant has requested a Preliminary Plat amendment to adjust the phasing order of the
project, shifting Phase II towards the front of the project to a single lot at the intersection of
SH 195 and the proposed Vaquero Pass. Phase II, as now presented, would be shifted to a
15.96-acre tract of land (Lot 1, Block A on the preliminary plat) that is zoned Multi-Family,
High Density (MF-2). The phasing amendment would delay the previously-approved phases
II and III.
History
The Madison Section 1 Preliminary Plat was approved on November 9, 2010. It was granted a
12-month extension on November 9, 2012 and then extended again on July 26, 2013 to
November 9, 2014. A Final Plat for Phase 1 was approved for filing by the Planning Director
on November 7, 2014 and recorded at the County shortly thereafter.
Utilities
Utilities will be provided by: City of Georgetown water (Western District), City of
Georgetown wastewater, and Pedernales Electric Co-op. A subdivision construction
agreement and performance bond were approved by the City with the final plat for Phase I in
November 2014 and account for the required public improvements for that phase. These
improvements included a substantial wastewater line, water line extension and a piece of the
Vaquero Pass roadway. There are no new public improvements proposed with the proposed
Phase II.
Transportation
A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) was submitted with Section 1 in 2010. The plat amendment
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Planning Department Staff Report
Madison at Georgetown, Section 1 Preliminary Plat Amendment Page 2 of 2
will not create a change to planned improvements and pro-rata contributions from the
developer; however, when the site is developed as multi-family at some point in the future,
the TIA will be studied and/or amended to determine the timing of such obligations. Access
will be taken from both Vaquero Pass and SH 195 for the eventual development on the lot.
There are no other public streets to be dedicated with Phase II.
Future Application(s)
In order to proceed with development on this site, it will be necessary to obtain approval of
final plats, which are administratively approved applications.
Staff Analysis
Staff Recommendation and Basis:
Staff supports the Preliminary Plat Amendment as it meets all of the requirements of the
City’s Unified Development Code.
Interdepartmental, Governmental and Agency Comments
None
Public Comments
Public notice is not required for a preliminary plat amendment application. There have been
no public comments received at the time of this report.
Proposed Meetings Schedule
September 15th – Planning and Zoning Commission
Attachments
Location Map
Approved Preliminary Plat
Proposed amendment to Phasing Plan
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning
October 6, 2015
SUBJECT:
Consideration and possible action on a Preliminary Plat for 92.604 acres in the Low Survey, to
be known as Vista Pointe Subdivision, located at 1050 Westinghouse Rd. (PP-2015-005) Valerie
Kreger, AICP, Principal Planner
ITEM SUMMARY:
Background:
The applicant proposes to develop the 92.61 acres of undeveloped land into 247 residential lots, 2
commercial lots, and 2 multifamily lots and incorporating 10 lots for open space, parkland,
drainage, and amenity. The plat proposes 7 phases of development, with the residential lots to be
constructed in 2 phases.
Recommended Motion:
Approval of the Preliminary Plat for Vista Pointe Subdivision
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None. The applicant has paid the required fees.
SUBMITTED BY:
Valerie Kreger, AICP, Principal Planner, and Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Staff Report Cover Memo
Location Map Backup Material
Vista Pointe Preliminary Plat Exhibit
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Georgetown Planning Department Staff Report
Vista Pointe Preliminary Plat Page 1 of 3
Report Date: October1, 2015
File No: PP-2015-005
Project Planner: Valerie Kreger, AICP, Principal Planner
Item Details
Project Name: Preliminary Plat of Vista Pointe Subdivision
Project Address: 1050 Westinghouse Rd.
Location: South side of Westinghouse Rd., ease of Park Central Blvd. (see Exhibit 1)
Total Acreage: 92.61 acres
Legal Description: 92.61 acres in the Low Survey
Applicant: David Singleton
Property Owner: Austin Land Investments, LLC
Contact: David Singleton
Proposed Lots: 247 residential, 2 commercial, 2 multifamily, 9 open space/drainage, 1 amenity
Streets Proposed: 11,807 linear feet
Parkland: Parkland dedication requirements will be met by dedication of 5 acres within the
plat, Lot 18, Block B
Heritage Trees: 8 Heritage Trees, none proposed for removal at this time
Existing Use: Undeveloped
Existing Zoning: Local Commercial (C-1), Low Density Multifamily (MF-1), Residential Single-
Family (RS)
Future Lane Use: Mixed Use Community
Growth Tier: Tier 2
Applicant’s Request
The applicant proposes to develop the 92.61 acres of undeveloped land into 247 residential lots, 2
commercial lots, and 2 multifamily lots and incorporating 10 lots for open space, parkland, drainage, and
amenity. The plat proposes 7 phases of development, with the residential lots to be constructed in 2 phases.
Site Information
Location:
This property is located in the southeast portion of the City backing up to Round Rock’s ETJ. The site is
situated along the south side of Westinghouse Road, approximately 100 feet east of the intersection of Park
Central Boulevard and Westinghouse Road.
Physical Characteristics:
The property is fairly flat with a mild slope towards the southwest corner, where the majority of the limited
tree coverage is located. The tree survey revealed 8 Heritage Trees primarily in the western portion of the
tract. There are several small water features spread across the site, as well as various insignificant
agriculture structures.
History
The subject property was annexed into the city in December of 2011 (Ordinance #2011-55) and was zoned
Agriculture, the default zoning for annexation. A rezoning was approved in September of 2014 (Ord. #
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Vista Pointe Preliminary Plat Page 2 of 3
2014-63) for 6.03 acres of the Local Commercial (C-1) District, 13.02 acres of the Low Density
Multifamily (MF-1) District, and 73.56 acres of the Residential Single-family (RS) District. No
development has occurred on the property, it remains vacant except for agricultural activities.
This property is part of the Westinghouse Road Development Group (WRDG) bringing wastewater
improvements to Westinghouse Road in conjunction with a Utility Agreement with the City approved by
City Council on June 10, 2014. Also on June 10th, City Council approved creation of a Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) that includes this property and will help facilitate infrastructure improvements
to this area.
2030 Plan Conformance
The proposed plat is in conformance with the 2030 Plan land use designation of Mixed Use Community,
which is intended for large tracts of undeveloped land. This category supports larger scale, creatively
planned communities where a mix of residential types and densities are complemented by supporting retail
and small to medium scale office development. No thoroughfare plan roadways are required through this
property.
The 2030 Plan Growth Tier Map designation is Tier 2, which is typically the City’s ETJ areas that will
likely be needed to serve the city’s growth needs over the next 10-20 years. However, the city may consider
requests for annexation, extension of city services, and rezonings in these areas.
Utilities
The City of Georgetown is the water and wastewater provider for this tract, while the tract is split between
the TXU electric service area and the Georgetown and TXU joint electric service area.
This property is part of the Westinghouse Road Development Group (WRDG) created to bring wastewater
improvements to Westinghouse Road in conjunction with a Utility Agreement with the City approved by
City Council on June 10, 2014. Also on June 10th, City Council approved creation of a Tax Increment
Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) that includes this property and will help facilitate infrastructure improvements
to this area. This is the first property within the WRDG and the TIRZ to move forward with development
applications. The uses currently proposed for this project meet the expectations of the 2030 Plan future
land use designation of Mixed Use Community and are therefore within the wastewater capacity
assumptions calculated for this area.
If the regional lift station and force main contemplated in the existing Offsite Construction and Cost
Reimbursement Agreement for the Westinghouse Road Wastewater Improvements (dated July 29, 2014) is
not completed prior to issuing any building permit, the developer will be responsible for any temporary
wastewater pumping costs. If temporary pumping is required, the developer will remain responsible for
extending a gravity wastewater main to the regional lift station site.
Transportation
The property has approximately 735 feet of frontage on along Westinghouse Road, a major arterial. The
applicant proposes a collector level street that will serve as the primary roadway to carry traffic through
both the commercial and residential development within this subdivision.
A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA-2015-003) was submitted that looked at the traffic impacts of this
proposed development. The plat has been designed properly and in accordance with the findings of that
TIA, and any off-site improvements or costs related to this plat will have to be completed or paid for prior
to the recordation of the first Final Plat to come from this Preliminary Plat.
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Planning Department Staff Report
Vista Pointe Preliminary Plat Page 3 of 3
Future Application(s)
In order to proceed with development on this site, it will be necessary to obtain approval of Final Plats and
infrastructure Construction Plans, which are administratively approved applications. Residential lots will
then develop individually with Building Permits. Commercial and multifamily development will also
require Site Development Plan approval.
Staff Analysis
Staff Recommendation and Basis:
Staff supports the Preliminary Plat as it meets all of the requirements of the City’s Unified Development
Code.
Interdepartmental, Governmental and Agency Comments
None
Public Comments
Public notice is not required for a preliminary plat application. There have been no inquiries from the
public about the plat.
Proposed Meetings Schedule
October 6, 2015 – Planning and Zoning Commission
Attachments
Exhibit 1 – Location Map
Exhibit 2 – Proposed Preliminary Plat (7 sheets)
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning
October 6, 2015
SUBJECT:
Public Hearing and possible action on a request to Rezone 52.48 acres in the Hudson, Patterson,
Addison and Robertson Surveys located at the northeast corner of F.M. 1460 and Westinghouse Road
(C.R. 111), known as the Wheeler Tract, from a Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning with Local
Commercial (C-1) and High Density Multifamily (MF-2) base Districts to 19.67 acres of Local
Commercial (C-1) District, 10.81 acres of General Commercial (C-3) District, 11.00 acres of Low-
density Multifamily (MF-1) District, and 11.00 acres of High-density Multifamily (MF-2) District.
REZ-2015-004 (Mike Elabarger, Senior Planner and Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director)
ITEM SUMMARY:
Background:
The applicant has requested to rezone six unplatted parcels of land from a Planned Unit Development
(PUD) zoning of Local Commercial (C-1) and High Density Multifamily (MF-2) Districts to 19.67
acres of the Local Commercial (C-1) District, 10.81 acres of the General Commercial (C-3) District,
11.00 acres of Low Density Multifamily (MF-1) District, and 11.00 acres of the High Density
Multifamily (MF-2) District, as shown in Exhibit 3. This current zoning of the tract of land dates to
2007, and the property was annexed into the City in 2006 (Ordinance 2006-139).
Public Comment:
As of the date of this report, no written public comments have been received.
Recommended Motion:
Recommend to the City Council Approval of the request to rezone 52.48 acres in the Hudson,
Patterson, Addison and Robertson Surveys to 19.67 acres of Local Commercial (C-1) District, 10.81
acres of General Commercial (C-3) District, 11.00 acres of Low-density Multifamily (MF-1) District,
and 11.00 acres of High-density Multifamily (MF-2) District.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None. The applicant has paid the required fees.
SUBMITTED BY:
Mike Elabarger, Senior Planner and Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Staff Report Cover Memo
Exhibit 1 - Future Land Use / Transportation Map Backup Material
Exhibit 2 - Zoning Map Backup Material
Exhibit 3 - Proposed Zoning Districts Backup Material
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Georgetown Planning Department Staff Report
Wheeler Tract - Rezoning Page 1 of 5
C-1 and MF PUD to C-1, C-3, MF-1 and MF-2
Report Date: October 1, 2015
File No: REZ-2015-004
Project Planner: Mike Elabarger, Senior Planner
Item Details
Project Name: Wheeler Tract
Project Address: 2211/2311/2319 Westinghouse Road; 2931/2951/2991 FM 1460
Location: Northeast corner of Westinghouse Road and FM 1460 (See Exhibit 1)
Total Acreage: 52.48 acres
Legal Description: 52.48 acres in the Francis Hudson, William Addison, Joseph Robertson, and
J.S. Patterson Surveys
Applicant: Michael Fisher, Pape-Dawson Engineers
Property Owner: John Avery Jr., PDC Land & Cattle, LTD.
Contact: Michael Fisher, Pape-Dawson Engineers
Existing Use: Undeveloped land
Existing Zoning: Local Commercial (C-1) and High Density Multifamily (MF-2) Planned Unit
Development (PUD) per Ordinance 2007-98
Proposed Zoning: Local Commercial (C-1) District, General Commercial (C-3) District, Low-Density
Multifamily (MF-1) District, and High-Density Multifamily (MF-2) District (see
Exhibit 3)
Future Land Use: Community Commercial (node), Moderate Density Residential
Growth Tier: Tier 1B
Overview of Applicant’s Request
The applicant has requested to rezone six unplatted parcels of land from a Planned Unit Development
(PUD) zoning with Local Commercial (C-1) and High Density Multifamily (MF-2) base Districts to 19.67
acres of the Local Commercial (C-1) District, 10.81 acres of the General Commercial (C-3) District, 11.00
acres of Low Density Multifamily (MF-1) District, and 11.00 acres of the High Density Multifamily (MF-
2) District, as shown in Exhibit 3. This current zoning of the tract of land dates to 2007, and the property
was annexed into the City in 2006 (Ordinance 2006-139).
Site Information
Location:
This property is located on the northeast corner of Westinghouse Road and FM 1460; See Exhibit 1.
Physical Characteristics:
The property is a mostly cleared, vacant, rather flat piece of ground in a generally square shape.
Surrounding Properties:
The surrounding properties include Municipal Utility District (Teravista MUD) residential, undeveloped
land both in the City and in the City’s ETJ, and a property in the City operating a warehousing and/or
storage business. (See Exhibits 1 & 2, aerial)
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Planning Department Staff Report
Wheeler Tract - Rezoning Page 2 of 5
C-1 and MF PUD to C-1, C-3, MF-1 and MF-2
Location Zoning Future Land Use Existing Use
North ETJ Moderate Density Residential Residential, undeveloped land
South AG, Agriculture Community Commercial; Moderate
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Undeveloped land, Single family
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East AG, Agriculture Moderate Density Residential Warehouse/Storage, and
Undeveloped land
West ETJ Community Commercial; Moderate
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Single family residential (Teravista
MUD across FM 1460)
Property History/Zoning Entitlement
The property was annexed in 2006 (Ordinance 2006-139) and then rezoned to a Planned Unit Development
(PUD) in 2007 (Ordinance 2007-98) consisting of approximately 29 acres of Local Commercial (C-1)
zoning and 26 acres of Multifamily (MF) zoning. The express intent of this PUD zoning was to create a
“compact, pedestrian friendly center that provides retail goods and services to a local customer base, while
having minimal impact on the surrounding residential uses.” Mixed use development incorporating
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Planning Department Staff Report
Wheeler Tract - Rezoning Page 3 of 5
C-1 and MF PUD to C-1, C-3, MF-1 and MF-2
vertically integrated mixed-use buildings, along with a stand-alone high density residential development,
were envisioned. A maximum of 830 multifamily units were approved, as well as a minimum of 90,000
square feet of retail, commercial, and/or office uses, along with some locationally based restrictions on
those uses.
The property is currently housing several dozen temporary/portable buildings in a nonconforming,
unregulated fashion (not parked on approved surfaces, no stormwater detention, etc.).
2030 Comprehensive Plan
Land Use:
The 2030 Plan has a node of the Community Commercial future land use designation at the intersection of
FM 1460 and Westinghouse Road/CR 111. Community Commercial generally applies to areas that
accommodate retail, profesional office, and service-oriented business activities that serve more than one
residential neighborhood. They are generally configured as nodes at the intersection of arterial roadways
(this subject property), or arterial and collector roadways. Neighborhood-serving commercial uses such as
restaurants, specialty retail, and mid-box stores and shopping centers are typical. Civic-oriented uses such
as churches, schools, or parks are also appropriate.
The Commercial node encompasses only about 6 acres of the subject property, at the hard corner of the two
roadways, whereby the majority of the property is in the Moderate Density Residential land use category.
This category calls for residnetial densities of between 3.1 and 6 dwelling units per acre, but also supports
complementary non-residential uses along arterial roadways such as neighborhood-serving retail, office,
institutional, and civic uses.
Growth Tier:
The 2030 Plan Growth Tier Map designation is Tier 1B, Developing, which is usually areas within the City
limits but are underserved by infrastructure. An annexation service plan is in place for this property, along
with a utility agreement related to commercial development.
Proposed Zoning Districts
The Local Commercial (C-1) District provides for areas of commercial and retail activities that primarily
serve residential areas. Uses should have pedestrian access to adjacent and nearby residential areas, but are
not appropriate along residential streets or residential collectors, being more appropriate along major and
minor thoroughfares and corridors.
The General Commercial (C-3) District provides for general commercial and retail activities that serve the
entire community and its visitors. Uses may be large in scale and generate substantial traffic, making C-3
Districts appropriate along freeways and major arterials.
The Low Density Multifamily (MF-1) District is intended for attached and detached multi-family
residential development, such as apartments, condominiums, triplexes, and fourplexes, at a density not to
exceed 14 dwelling units per acre. It can be appropriate in the Moderate Density Residential future land
use category based on the particular location, surrounding uses, and infrastructure impacts. Convenient
access to major roadways should be present, and the district can be proximate to both residential and non-
residential districts, with the ability to serve as a transition between those two.
The High Density Multifamily (MF-2) District is intended for attached multifamily residential
development, such as apartments and condominiums, at a density not to exceed 24 dwelling units per acre.
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Planning Department Staff Report
Wheeler Tract - Rezoning Page 4 of 5
C-1 and MF PUD to C-1, C-3, MF-1 and MF-2
The District is appropriate in areas planned as High Density Residential or one of the Mixed Use
categories. Access to major thoroughfares and arterial roads should be provided, with traffic not being
directed through lower density residential areas. The District is appropriate adjacent both Residential and
Non-Residential Districts and may serve as a transition between single-family districts and more intense
commercial districts.
Utilities
Water and wastewater are served by the City of Georgetown; electricity is provided by TXU Energy. A
utility evaluation was required with this proposal, as those previously conducted were both for different
concepts of development, and vastly out-of-date. It was determined that capacity could be provided upon
development.
Transportation
The access to this property will be provided by Westinghouse Road and FM 1460; exact locations of
driveways will be determined at the time of Site Development Plan review. It is anticipated that a primary
access point will be via FM 1460 opposite Teravista Crossing, where a median-break cross-over is planned.
Property subdivision may also dictate driveway access points. Both Westinghouse Road and FM 1460 are
classified as Major Arterial roadways. Near this property, right-of-way widths reach 215’ for FM 1460 and
135’ for Westinghouse Road; additional right-of-way may be required at time of subdivision. Traffic
impacts will be vetted at subdivision and/or Site Plan review, and requirements for a Traffic Impact
Analysis (TIA) determined. On and off-site improvements would be built as warranted.
Future Application(s)
The following applications would be required to be submitted for the property to develop:
• Preliminary Plat to be considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission;
• Construction Plans (public infrastructure) will be processed administratively;
• Final Plat(s) to be processed administratively;
• Site Development Plans for commercial development, processed administratively; and
• Building permits for construction.
Staff Analysis
Staff is supportive of the requested rezoning for the following reasons:
1. The Future Land Use designations of Community Commercial at the hard corner, and Moderate
Density Residential on the balance of the site, supports commercial uses fronting the two arterial
roadways, with a transition of intensity of multifamily uses toward the north and east and abutting the
two adjoining properties.
2. The existing zoning situation of C-1 and MF-2 districts under a restrictive PUD ordinance that
demands integration of uses best accomplished through a unified development across the entire
property has not been executed, leaving the property undeveloped.
3. The existing zoning situation of the surrounding area is moving toward the creation of a commercial
node at the corners of this intersection. Commercial uses are being developed on the northwest
corner within Teravista (in the ETJ), and the southwest corner (approx. 9 acres, Teravista
Commercial, zoned C-3 and C-1). The southeast corner (in the City) does not yet have commercial
zoning, but it would be consistent with the 2030 Plan.
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C-1 and MF PUD to C-1, C-3, MF-1 and MF-2
4. The surrounding developed uses include the large Teravista MUD residential community across FM
146), a GISD elementary school and small retail area to the west (Teravista), and a large amount of
(undeveloped) Agriculture District zoned land to the south across Westinghouse Road. The large and
growing consumer base, and commercial uses either constructed or approved through zoning support
like commercial development.
At the time of this request, this intersection consists of, essentially, two two-lane roadways. In the near
future, FM 1460 will undergo a reconstruction to enlarge it to a divided 4-lane facility that will include turn
lanes at this intersection. Westinghouse Road was improved by Williamson County to a 5-lane facility
(continuous center-turn lane) for the majority of the segment between IH-35 and FM 1460; it narrows to a
3-lane section right at the intersection. Opposite FM 1460, the road continues as C.R. 111 in a two-lane
road section; this stretch will eventually be enlarged as well with traffic demand and/or development
projects. The total of these improvements, and the impacts of these major roadways in the near future,
facilitate the appropriateness of C-3 zoning on this property, and at this intersection.
Inter Departmental, Governmental and Agency Comments
None
Public Comments
A total of 4 notices were sent out to property owners, within the City limits, within 200 feet of the proposed
rezoning. Public notice was posted in the Sun newspaper on September 20, 2015. As of the writing of this
report, no written comments have been received.
Meetings Schedule
October 6, 2015 – Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing
October 27, 2015 – City Council First Reading and Public Hearing
November 10, 2015 – City Council Second Reading
Attachments
Exhibit 1 – Future Land Use Map
Exhibit 2 – Zoning Map
Exhibit 3 – Proposed Zoning Districts
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