HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_P&Z_02.07.2017Notice of Meeting for the
Planning and Zoning Commission
of the City of Georgetown
February 7, 2017 at 6:00 PM
at Council Chambers, 101 East 7th Street, Georgetown, TX 78626
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Consent Agenda
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s ingle vo te. An item may b e pulled from the Cons ent Agenda in o rd er that it b e dis c us sed and acted up o n
individ ually as part of the Regular Agenda.
A Co nsideration of the Minutes from the January 17, 2017 P&Z meeting. Step hanie Mc Nic kle, Recording
Secretary
Legislativ e Regular Agenda
B Public Hearing and possible actio n o n a req ues t to Rezone Crestview Ad d ition Unit 1, Blo ck 2, Lot 2,
loc ated at 1604 Williams Drive, fro m the Offic e (OF ) Dis tric t to the Loc al C o mmercial (C-1) Dis tric t.
(REZ-2016-034) C aro lyn Ho rner, AICP, P lanner
C Public Hearing and possible actio n o n a req ues t to Rezone Crestview Ad d ition Unit 1, Blo ck 2, Lot 3,
loc ated at 1606 Williams Drive, fro m the S ingle-family Residential (RS) Dis trict to the Loc al Co mmerc ial
(C-1) Distric t. (R EZ-2016-035) Carolyn Ho rner, AICP, Planner
D Dis cus s ion Items :
Update on the Unified Development C o d e Advis o ry Committee (UDC AC ) meetings .
(Commis s ioner Bargainer)
Update on the Geo rgeto wn Transp o rtatio n Ad visory Board (GTAB) meetings .
Ques tio ns o r c o mments from Commis s io ners-in-Training about the ac tio ns and matters c o nsidered
on this agenda.
Remind er of the next P lanning and Zoning Co mmis s io n meeting on F eb ruary 21,2017 at Co uncil
Chamb ers loc ated at 101 East 7th Street, s tarting at 6:00 p m.
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Adjournment
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S helley No wling, City Sec retary
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning
February 7, 2017
SUBJECT:
Cons id eration o f the Minutes fro m the January 17, 2017 P &Z meeting. Stephanie McNickle, Rec o rd ing
Sec retary
ITEM SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
NA
SUBMITTED BY:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Draft minutes - 1.17.2017 Cover Memo
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P&Z Minutes Page 1 of 4
January 17, 2017
City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Minutes
Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 6:00 PM
Council and Courts Building
101 East 7th Street, Georgetown, Texas 78626
Commissioners present: Josh Schroeder, Chair; John Marler, Tim Bargainer, Aaron Albright
and Alex Fuller.
Commissioner(s) Absent: Andy Webb, Kevin Pitts, Vice-Chair
Commissioners in Training: na
Commissioner(s) in Training Absent: na
Staff Present: Sofia Nelson, Planning Director; Valerie Kreger, Principal Planner; Jordan
Maddox, Principal Planner; Carloyn Horner, Planner and Stephanie McNickle, Recording
Secretary.
A. Chair Schroeder called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and lead the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Chair Schroeder stated the order of the meeting and that those who speak must turn in a
speaker form to the recording secretary before the item that they wish to address begins.
Each speaker is permitted to address the Commission once for each item, for a maximum of
three (3) minutes, unless otherwise agreed to before the meeting begins.
• As of the deadline for this agenda, 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.
A Consideration of the Minutes from the December 20, 2016 P&Z meeting. Stephanie McNickle,
Recording Secretary
Motion by Commissioner Marler to approve the consent agenda including the
minutes from the December 20, 2016, Planning and Zoning meeting. Second by
Commissioner Bargainer. Approved. (5-0)
Legislative Regular Agenda
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P&Z Minutes Page 2 of 4
January 17, 2017
B Public Hearing and possible action on a request to Rezone approximately 61.85 acres
in the William Addison Survey, located at 2321 Southwestern Blvd., from the
Agriculture (AG) District to the Residential Single-family (RS) and Two-family (TF)
Districts. (REZ-2016-032, Davidson Ranch) Carolyn Horner, AICP, Planner
Carolyn Horner provided an overview of the Rezone application request and
description of project.
Chair Schroeder invited the application to speak. Applicant stated he will be glad to
answer any questions.
Chair Schroeder opened the Public Hearing.
Jerry Link voiced concerns with additional traffic and the impervious coverage. He also
stated there is an overflow of varmints in the area.
Jeanna Walker stated the applicant started bulldozing the property without the proper
city permits. She is concerned with water runoff and hopes staff will pay close attention
to this development. She asked staff to be mindful of what’s being built and the effect
on the neighborhood.
Staff stated a Traffic Impact Analysis will be reviewed with the preliminary plat
application and impervious coverage with the site development plan.
The applicant stated they will follow the city guidelines and the development plans
have not been finalized.
Chair Schroeder closed the Public Hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Bargainer to recommend to City Council approval to Rezone
approximately 61.85 acres in the William Addison Survey, located at 2321
Southwestern Blvd., from the Agriculture (AG) District to the Residential Single-family
(RS) and Two-family (TF) Districts. Second by Commissioner Fuller. Approved. (5-0)
C Public Hearing and possible action on a request to Rezone approximately 5.0 acres in
the William Roberts Survey, located at 150 Fairway Lane, from the Agriculture (AG)
District to the Residential Single-family (RS) District. (REZ-2016-036) Carolyn Horner,
AICP, Planner
Carolyn Horner provided an overview of the Rezone application request and
description of project.
Chair Schroeder invited the application to speak. Applicant stated he will be glad to
answer any 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 to Rezone
approximately 5.0 acres in the William Roberts Survey, located at 150 Fairway Lane,
from the Agriculture (AG) District to the Residential Single-family (RS) District. Second
by Commissioner Fuller. Approved. (5-0)
D Public Hearing and possible action on a request to Rezone approximately 7.52 acres in
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P&Z Minutes Page 3 of 4
January 17, 2017
the Joseph Fish Survey, located at 4600 Williams Drive, from the Office (OF) District to
the Local Commercial (C-1) District. (REZ-2016-037, Buffkin) Jordan Maddox, AICP,
Principal Planner
Jordan Maddox provided an overview of the Rezone application request and
description of project.
Chair Schroeder invited the application to speak. Applicant stated he will be glad to
answer any questions. The applicant described the project to the Commissioners
including the property buffer and the impervious coverage.
Chair Schroeder opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward the Public
Hearing was closed.
E Public Hearing and possible action regarding proposed amendments to Unified
Development Code (UDC) Chapters 2, 3, 6, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13 and 16 regarding subdivision,
infrastructure, and related items. Jordan J. Maddox, AICP, Principal Planner, Valerie
Kreger, AICP, Principal Planner, and Sofia Nelson, CNU-A, Planning Director
Jordan Maddox reviewed with the Commissioners the Unified Development Code
amendments. Jordan stated the amendments will be presented to the City Council next
month.
Chair Schroeder opened the Public Hearing.
Chris Brown stated he has been attending the Unified Development Code meetings
during the past year and wants to commend city staff for their hard work and
dedication. He stated amending the UDC is not an easy undertaking, but the city staff
including Jordan Maddox and Valerie Kreger along with the UDC Advisory
Committee handled it with professionalism.
F Discussion Items:
• Update on the Unified Development Code Advisory Committee (UDCAC)
meetings. (Commissioner Bargainer) NA
• Update on the Georgetown Transportation Advisory Board (GTAB) meetings.
NA
• Questions or comments from Commissioners-in-Training about the actions and
matters considered on this agenda. NA
• Reminder of the next Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on February
7,2017 at Council Chambers located at 101 East 7th Street, starting at 6:00 pm.
Adjournment: Adjourned at 7:46 p. m.
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P&Z Minutes Page 4 of 4
January 17, 2017
____________________________________ ____________________________________
Josh Schroeder, Chair P&Z Commissioner
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning
February 7, 2017
SUBJECT:
Public Hearing and p o s s ib le ac tion on a reques t to Rezone Cres tview Additio n Unit 1, Bloc k 2, Lo t 2,
lo cated at 1604 Williams Drive, from the Offic e (OF) District to the Loc al Commerc ial (C-1) District.
(REZ-2016-034) Carolyn Horner, AICP, Planner
ITEM SUMMARY:
Background:
The ap p licant has reques ted to rezo ne the 0.361 p latted lot from Office (OF ) Dis tric t to Loc al Co mmercial
(C-1) Dis tric t to allow for future red evelopment of the property.
Public Comment:
To d ate, one letter in oppositio n has b een rec eived.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff rec o mmend s approval of the reques t to rezone the 0.361 acre lo t to the C-1 Dis tric t.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None studied at this time.
SUBMITTED BY:
Carolyn Horner, AICP, Planner, and Sofia Nels o n, C NU-A, P lanning Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Staff Report Cover Memo
Location Map Backup Material
Future Land Us e Backup Material
Zoning Map Backup Material
C-1 Dis trict Standards Backup Material
Public Comment Backup Material
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Georgetown Planning Department Staff Report
1604 Williams Drive rezoning
OF to C‐1 Page 1 of 5
Report Date: February 2, 2017
File No: REZ‐2016‐034
Project Planner: Carolyn Horner, AICP, Planner
Item Details
Project Name: 1604 Williams Dr.
Project Address: 1604 Williams Dr.
Total Acreage: 0.361 acres
Legal Description: Crestview Addition Unit 1, Block 2, Lot 2
Existing Zoning: Office (OF)
Proposed Zoning: Local Commercial (C‐1)
Overview of Applicant’s Request
The applicant has requested to rezone the existing property from Office (OF) District to the
Local Commercial (C‐1) District. The applicant, who is also the applicant on the rezoning case
next door at 1606 Williams Drive, will continue the existing office use on the property until a
future time. At that future time, both properties will be redeveloped together.
Site Information
Location:
The subject site is located on Williams Drive, just north of Rivery Boulevard. The City of
Georgetown Fire Station No. 2 is located across Williams Drive.
Physical Characteristics:
The property is developed with a single family home previously converted to office uses. The lot
has trees in the rear yard. One driveway allows access on Williams Drive.
Surrounding Properties:
Location Zoning Future Land Use Existing Use
North RS, OF Mixed Use Neighborhood Center Offices
South OF, C‐1 Mixed Use Neighborhood Center Offices, Bank
East RS, OF Mixed Use Neighborhood Center Fire Station, Offices
West RS Mixed Use Neighborhood Center Residential Neighborhood
Rivery
Blvd.
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Planning Department Staff Report
1604 Williams Drive rezoning
OF to C‐1 Page 2 of 5
Property History
The property was annexed into the City with Ordinance 64‐A1 as part of a larger tract. The
Residential Single‐family (RS) District was the default zoning district assigned at time of
annexation. In August 1986, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 86‐28, creating the
Residential Office (RO) zoning district to allow an orderly transition of land use from single‐
family residential to low intensity office on properties along Williams Drive, while maintaining a
predominantly residential property appearance and building scale.
In 2003, the City’s UDC created the Special Area Plan Overlay District (“SP”) to provide use and
development standards that would allow the gradual transition of primarily residential areas to
mixed‐use while protecting the built environment. The previous RO zoning district converted
into the SP‐WM overlay district to continue protecting the residential character of properties on
Williams Drive. The purpose of the SP‐WM overlay district was to allow the gradual transition of
primarily residential areas to light office while maintaining a predominantly residential property
appearance and building scale. The purpose of the Scenic Natural Gateway Overlay District is to
reflect the natural characteristics of the land by integrating them into the landscape design of the
property. This property reverted to OF District zoning after the overlay was removed as the use
on the property at that time was office.
2030 Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use:
The 2030 Future Land Use category for this subject site is Mixed Use Neighborhood Center. The
Mixed Use Neighborhood Center category is described in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan as applying
to smaller areas of mixed commercial use within existing and new neighborhoods. These areas
are primarily proposed adjacent to, or as part of, larger residential neighborhoods.
Neighborhood‐serving mixed‐use areas abut roadway corridors or are located at key
intersections. These compact centers provide limited retail goods and services to a local customer
base, while having minimal impact on the surrounding residential uses.
Growth Tier:
The subject property is located within Growth Tier 1A, which is that portion of the City where
infrastructure systems are in place or can be economically provided, and where the bulk of the
City’s growth should be guided to short term. At the time the subject area is redeveloped, Utility
Evaluations may be required to determine capacity and potential public improvements to serve
the project.
Transportation
The subject property’s only access is from Williams Drive, a major arterial. There are no new
driveways proposed at this time, as the owner does not plan on redeveloping this tract until a
later date.
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Planning Department Staff Report
1604 Williams Drive rezoning
OF to C‐1 Page 3 of 5
Utilities
The property is served by the City of Georgetown‘s electric, water and wastewater service. The
Development Engineer has determined there is adequate capacity for development.
Proposed Zoning District
The Local Commercial (C‐1) District is intended to provide areas for 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. The District is more appropriate along major and minor thoroughfares and corridors.
See attached for list of uses and development standards of the C‐1 District.
Staff Analysis
The subject property is located within the Future Land Use categories of Mixed Use Neighborhood
Center. The first land use goal of the 2030 Plan encourages a balanced mix of residential,
commercial, and employment uses to reflect a gradual transition of development throughout the
city. The owner’s ultimate outcome is to redevelop this property with the adjacent lot. The two
lots together provide sufficient space to redevelop under the Local Commercial (C‐1) District
standards.
At time of redevelopment, the developer must provide a 25‐foot building setback along the rear
property line, adjacent to the existing residential lots, if new buildings are constructed; included
in that setback is a 15‐foot landscape buffer. Landscaping must be installed at time of
redevelopment.
The proposed rezoning request meets all of the criteria established in UDC Section 3.06.030 for
zoning changes:
Comply Do Not
Comply
Approval Criteria for Rezoning
X The application is complete
and the information contained
within the application is
sufficient and correct enough
to allow adequate review and
final action
An application must provide the necessary
information to review and make a knowledgeable
decision in order for staff to schedule an application
for consideration by P&Z and City Council. This
application was reviewed by staff and deemed to be
complete.
X The zoning change is consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan
The proposed zoning change is consistent with the
Future Land Use of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The
request is consistent with the goal to maintain and
strengthen viable land uses and land use patterns (e.g.,
stable neighborhoods, economically sound commercial
and employment areas, etc.).
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Planning Department Staff Report
1604 Williams Drive rezoning
OF to C‐1 Page 4 of 5
X The zoning change promotes
the health, safety or general
welfare of the City and the safe
orderly, and healthful
development of the City
The zoning change request promotes the health, safety
and general welfare of the City. This tract, when
combined with the lot next door, will provide ample
space for redevelopment under the C‐1 standards.
X The zoning change is
compatible with the present
zoning and conforming uses of
nearby property and with the
character of the neighborhood
The proposed rezoning is compatible with the
surrounding zoning districts and uses. The adjacent C‐
1 and OF zoning districts are compatible with the
proposed zoning. The properties will maintain their
existing access off Williams Drive.
X The property to be rezoned is
suitable for uses permitted by
the District that would be
applied by the proposed
amendment.
The uses allowed in the C‐1 District are suitable
adjacent to the existing office, light commercial and
residential developments in the area.
General Findings
Based on all the information presented, staff has made the following findings:
1. The Future Land Use supports the request of commercial zoning proposed by the applicant.
The applicant is rezoning as the first step in an ultimate outcome of redevelopment with the
adjacent lot.
2. Goal 1 of the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan states that the City should
“promote sound, sustainable, and compact development patterns with balanced land uses, a variety
of housing choices and well‐integrated transportation, public facilities, and open space amenities.”
The rezoning of this property to the C‐1 District for the continued use of the existing
development, and the future redevelopment options, supports this goal.
3. Goal 4 of the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan states that the City should
“maintain and strengthen viable land uses and land use patterns (e.g., stable neighborhoods,
economically sound commercial and employment areas, etc.).” The rezoning of this property to
the C‐1 District to complement the existing office, commercial and other non‐residential
uses along this stretch of Williams Drive supports this goal.
4. The ongoing Williams Drive Corridor Study, which is examining existing development
along Williams Drive, may have new development standards as part of the final study. City
Staff is supportive of this property owner waiting until the study is complete prior to
redeveloping this property and the lot next door, in order to comply with potential new
standards.
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Planning Department Staff Report
1604 Williams Drive rezoning
OF to C‐1 Page 5 of 5
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the applicant’s zoning request based on the above‐mentioned
findings.
Public Comments
As required by the Unified Development Code, all property owners within a 200 foot radius of
the subject property that are located within City limits were notified of the rezoning application
(12 notices mailed), a legal notice advertising the public hearing was placed in the Sun
Newspaper (January 22, 2017) and signs were posted on‐site. To date, staff has received one
letter in opposition of this request.
Attachments
Attachment 1 – Location Map
Attachment 2 – Future Land Use Map
Attachment 3 – Zoning Map
Attachment 4 – C‐1 District Development Standards and Permitted Land Uses
Attachment 5 – Public Notice Responses
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Maximum Building Height = 35 feet Front Setback = 25 feet Bufferyard = 15 feet with plantings
Maximum Building Size = .5 FAR (0 feet for build‐to/downtown) adjacent to AG, RE, RL, RS, TF, MH,
(only applies to those uses Side Setback = 10 feet MF‐1, or MF‐2 districts
marked with * below) Side Setback to Residential = 15 feet
Rear Setback = 0 feet
Rear Setback to Residential = 25 feet
Allowed by Right Subject to Limitations Special Use Permit (SUP) Required
Agricultural Sales* Activity Center (youth/senior) Event Facility
Artisan Studio/Gallery* Bar/Tavern/Pub Meat Market
Assisted Living Bed and Breakfast (with events) Multifamily Attached
Automotive Parts Sales (indoor)* Business/Trade School Personal Services Restricted
Banking/Financial Services* Car Wash Private Transport Dispatch Facility
Blood/Plasma Center* Church (with columbarium) Student Housing
Consumer Repair* College/University
Dry Cleaning Service* Commercial Recreation
Emergency Services Station Community Center
Farmer's Market* Dance Hall/Night Club
Fitness Center* Day Care (group/commercial)
Food Catering Services* Fuel Sales
Funeral Home* Live Music/Entertainment
General Retail* Micro Brewery/Winery
General Office* Neighborhood Amenity Center
Government/Postal Office Park (neighborhood/regional)
Group Home (7+ residents) Pest Control/Janitorial Services
Home Health Care Services* Self‐Storage (indoor only)
Hospital School (Elementary, Middle, High)
Hotel/Inn (excluding extended stay) Theater (movie/live)
Integrated Office Center* Upper‐story Residential
Landscape/Garden Sales* Wireless Transmission Facility (<41')
Laundromat*
Library/Museum
Medical Diagnostic Center*
Medical Office/Clinic/Complex*
Membership Club/Lodge*
Nature Preserve/Community Garden
Nursing/Convalescent/Hospice
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Personal Services*
Printing/Mailing/Copying Services*
Restaurant (general/drive‐through)*
Rooming/Boarding House
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Surgery/Post Surgery Recovery*
Urgent Care Facility*
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Local Commercial (C‐1) District
District Development Standards
Specific Uses Allowed within the District
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Planning and Zoning
February 7, 2017
SUBJECT:
Public Hearing and p o s s ib le ac tion on a reques t to Rezone Cres tview Additio n Unit 1, Bloc k 2, Lo t 3,
lo cated at 1606 Williams Drive, from the Single-family Res id ential (RS) Dis tric t to the Lo cal Commerc ial
(C-1) Dis tric t. (REZ-2016-035) Caro lyn Horner, AIC P, P lanner
ITEM SUMMARY:
Background:
The ap p licant has reques ted to rezo ne the 0.347 p latted lot from Residential S ingle-family (RS ) Dis tric t to
the Lo cal Commerc ial (C-1) Dis tric t to allo w for future red evelopment o f the property.
Public Comment:
To d ate, one letter in s up p o rt and o ne letter in o p p o s ition have b een received.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff rec o mmend s approval of the reques t to rezone the 0.347 acre lo t to the C-1 Dis tric t.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None studied at this time.
SUBMITTED BY:
Carolyn Horner, AICP, Planner, and Sofia Nels o n, C NU-A, P lanning Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Staff Report Cover Memo
Location Map Backup Material
Future Land Us e Backup Material
Zoning Map Backup Material
C-1 Dis trict Standards Backup Material
Public Comment Backup Material
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Georgetown Planning Department Staff Report
1606 Williams Drive rezoning
RS to C‐1 Page 1 of 5
Report Date: February 2, 2017
File No: REZ‐2016‐035
Project Planner: Carolyn Horner, AICP, Planner
Item Details
Project Name: 1606 Williams Dr.
Project Address: 1606 Williams Dr.
Total Acreage: 0.347 acres
Legal Description: Crestview Addition Unit 1, Block 2, Lot 3
Existing Zoning: Single‐family Residential (RS)
Proposed Zoning: Local Commercial (C‐1)
Overview of Applicant’s Request
The applicant has requested to rezone the existing property from Single‐family Residential
(RS) District to the Local Commercial (C‐1) District. The applicant, who is also the applicant
on the rezoning case next door at 1604 Williams Drive, will continue the existing use on the
property until a future time. At that future time, both properties will be redeveloped
together.
Site Information
Location:
The subject site is located on Williams Drive, just north of Rivery Boulevard. The City of
Georgetown Fire Station No. 2 is located across Williams Drive.
Physical Characteristics:
The property is developed with a single family home with driveway access to Williams Drive.
The lot has trees in the rear yard.
Surrounding Properties:
Location Zoning Future Land Use Existing Use
North RS, OF Mixed Use Neighborhood Center Offices
South OF, C‐1 Mixed Use Neighborhood Center Offices, Bank
East RS, OF Mixed Use Neighborhood Center Fire Station, Offices
West RS Mixed Use Neighborhood Center Residential Neighborhood
Rivery
Blvd.
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Property History
The property was annexed into the City with Ordinance 64‐A1 as part of a larger tract. The
Residential Single‐family (RS) District was the default zoning district assigned at time of
annexation. In August 1986, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 86‐28, creating the
Residential Office (RO) zoning district to allow an orderly transition of land use from single‐
family residential to low intensity office on properties along Williams Drive, while maintaining a
predominantly residential property appearance and building scale.
In 2003, the City’s UDC created the Special Area Plan Overlay District (“SP”) to provide use and
development standards that would allow the gradual transition of primarily residential areas to
mixed‐use while protecting the built environment. The previous RO zoning district converted
into the SP‐WM overlay district to continue protecting the residential character of properties on
Williams Drive. The purpose of the SP‐WM overlay district was to allow the gradual transition of
primarily residential areas to light office while maintaining a predominantly residential property
appearance and building scale. The purpose of the Scenic Natural Gateway Overlay District is to
reflect the natural characteristics of the land by integrating them into the landscape design of the
property. This property reverted to RS District zoning after the overlay was removed as the use
on the property at that time was residential.
2030 Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use:
The 2030 Future Land Use category for this subject site is Mixed Use Neighborhood Center. The
Mixed Use Neighborhood Center category is described in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan as applying
to smaller areas of mixed commercial use within existing and new neighborhoods. These areas
are primarily proposed adjacent to, or as part of, larger residential neighborhoods.
Neighborhood‐serving mixed‐use areas abut roadway corridors or are located at key
intersections. These compact centers provide limited retail goods and services to a local customer
base, while having minimal impact on the surrounding residential uses.
Growth Tier:
The subject property is located within Growth Tier 1A, which is that portion of the City where
infrastructure systems are in place or can be economically provided, and where the bulk of the
City’s growth should be guided to short term. At the time the subject area is redeveloped, Utility
Evaluations may be required to determine capacity and potential public improvements to serve
the project.
Transportation
The subject property’s only access is from Williams Drive, a major arterial. There are no new
driveways proposed at this time, as the owner does not plan on redeveloping this tract until a
later date.
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Utilities
The property is served by the City of Georgetown‘s electric, water and wastewater service. The
Development Engineer has determined there is adequate capacity for development.
Proposed Zoning District
The Local Commercial (C‐1) District is intended to provide areas for 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, The District is more appropriate along major and minor thoroughfares and corridors.
See attached for list of uses and development standards of the C‐1 District.
Staff Analysis
The subject property is located within the Future Land Use categories of Mixed Use Neighborhood
Center. The first land use goal of the 2030 Plan encourages a balanced mix of residential,
commercial, and employment uses to reflect a gradual transition of development throughout the
city. The owner’s ultimate outcome is to redevelop this property with the adjacent lot. The two
lots together provide sufficient space to redevelop under the Local Commercial (C‐1) District
standards.
At time of redevelopment, the developer must provide a 25‐foot building setback along the rear
property line, adjacent to the existing residential lots, if new buildings are constructed; included
in that setback is a 15‐foot landscape buffer. Landscaping must be installed at time of
redevelopment.
The proposed rezoning request meets all of the criteria established in UDC Section 3.06.030 for
zoning changes:
Comply Do Not
Comply
Approval Criteria for Rezoning
X The application is complete and
the information contained
within the application is
sufficient and correct enough to
allow adequate review and final
action
An application must provide the necessary
information to review and make a knowledgeable
decision in order for staff to schedule an application
for consideration by P&Z and City Council. This
application was reviewed by staff and deemed to be
complete.
X The zoning change is consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan
The proposed zoning change is consistent with the
Future Land Use of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
The request is consistent with the goal to maintain
and strengthen viable land uses and land use patterns
(e.g., stable neighborhoods, economically sound
commercial and employment areas, etc.).
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X The zoning change promotes
the health, safety or general
welfare of the City and the safe
orderly, and healthful
development of the City
The zoning change request promotes the health,
safety and general welfare of the City. This tract,
when combined with the lot next door, will provide
ample space for redevelopment under the C‐1
standards.
X The zoning change is
compatible with the present
zoning and conforming uses of
nearby property and with the
character of the neighborhood
The proposed rezoning is compatible with the
surrounding zoning districts and uses. The adjacent
C‐1 and OF zoning districts are compatible with the
proposed zoning. The properties will maintain their
existing access off Williams Drive.
X The property to be rezoned is
suitable for uses permitted by
the District that would be
applied by the proposed
amendment.
The uses allowed in the C‐1 District are suitable
adjacent to the existing office, light commercial and
residential developments in the area.
General Findings
Based on all the information presented, staff has made the following findings:
1. The Future Land Use supports the request of commercial zoning proposed by the applicant.
The applicant is rezoning as the first step in an ultimate outcome of redevelopment with the
adjacent lot.
2. Goal 1 of the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan states that the City should
“promote sound, sustainable, and compact development patterns with balanced land uses, a variety
of housing choices and well‐integrated transportation, public facilities, and open space amenities.”
The rezoning of this property to the C‐1 District for the continued use of the existing
development, and the future redevelopment options, supports this goal.
3. Goal 4 of the Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan states that the City should
“maintain and strengthen viable land uses and land use patterns (e.g., stable neighborhoods,
economically sound commercial and employment areas, etc.).” The rezoning of this property to
the C‐1 District to complement the existing office, commercial and other non‐residential
uses along this stretch of Williams Drive supports this goal.
4. The ongoing Williams Drive Corridor Study, which is examining existing development
along Williams Drive, may have new development standards as part of the final study. City
Staff is supportive of this property owner waiting until the study is complete prior to
redeveloping this property and the lot next door, in order to comply with potential new
standards.
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Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the applicant’s zoning request based on the above‐mentioned
findings.
Public Comments
As required by the Unified Development Code, all property owners within a 200 foot radius of
the subject property that are located within City limits were notified of the rezoning application
(12 notices mailed), a legal notice advertising the public hearing was placed in the Sun
Newspaper (January 22, 2017) and signs were posted on‐site. To date, staff has received one
letter in support and one letter in opposition of this request.
Attachments
Attachment 1 – Location Map
Attachment 2 – Future Land Use Map
Attachment 3 – Zoning Map
Attachment 4 – C‐1 District Development Standards and Permitted Land Uses
Attachment 5 – Public Notice Responses
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Maximum Building Height = 35 feet Front Setback = 25 feet Bufferyard = 15 feet with plantings
Maximum Building Size = .5 FAR (0 feet for build‐to/downtown) adjacent to AG, RE, RL, RS, TF, MH,
(only applies to those uses Side Setback = 10 feet MF‐1, or MF‐2 districts
marked with * below) Side Setback to Residential = 15 feet
Rear Setback = 0 feet
Rear Setback to Residential = 25 feet
Allowed by Right Subject to Limitations Special Use Permit (SUP) Required
Agricultural Sales* Activity Center (youth/senior) Event Facility
Artisan Studio/Gallery* Bar/Tavern/Pub Meat Market
Assisted Living Bed and Breakfast (with events) Multifamily Attached
Automotive Parts Sales (indoor)* Business/Trade School Personal Services Restricted
Banking/Financial Services* Car Wash Private Transport Dispatch Facility
Blood/Plasma Center* Church (with columbarium) Student Housing
Consumer Repair* College/University
Dry Cleaning Service* Commercial Recreation
Emergency Services Station Community Center
Farmer's Market* Dance Hall/Night Club
Fitness Center* Day Care (group/commercial)
Food Catering Services* Fuel Sales
Funeral Home* Live Music/Entertainment
General Retail* Micro Brewery/Winery
General Office* Neighborhood Amenity Center
Government/Postal Office Park (neighborhood/regional)
Group Home (7+ residents) Pest Control/Janitorial Services
Home Health Care Services* Self‐Storage (indoor only)
Hospital School (Elementary, Middle, High)
Hotel/Inn (excluding extended stay) Theater (movie/live)
Integrated Office Center* Upper‐story Residential
Landscape/Garden Sales* Wireless Transmission Facility (<41')
Laundromat*
Library/Museum
Medical Diagnostic Center*
Medical Office/Clinic/Complex*
Membership Club/Lodge*
Nature Preserve/Community Garden
Nursing/Convalescent/Hospice
Parking Lot (commercial/park‐n‐ride)
Personal Services*
Printing/Mailing/Copying Services*
Restaurant (general/drive‐through)*
Rooming/Boarding House
Social Service Facility
Surgery/Post Surgery Recovery*
Urgent Care Facility*
Utilities (Minor/Intermediate/Major)
Veterinary Clinic (indoor only)*
Local Commercial (C‐1) District
District Development Standards
Specific Uses Allowed within the District
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