CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL
16-00394 [Case 48-16] 5723 Government Street (Southern portion) To rezone from C1 (Light Commercial) to A3.2 (Limited Residential) on property located on the north side of Government Street, to the west of Cloud Drive, known as the southern 1.27 acres of Tract A, formerly a portion of the Sam Scheinuk Property. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 7-Cole). PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 5-0 A REQUEST HAS BEEN MADE BY THE OWNER OF THE PROPERTY TO DEFER TO THE MARCH 15, 2017 ZONING MEETING.
17-00187 TA-2-17 Chapter 4 Permits and Final Plat Approval, Section 4.8 Cluster Subdivision To revise the section of the Cluster Subdivision to establish basis for density transfers, criteria for preservation areas, and clear standards for lot dimensions or, alternatively, to delete this section. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Denial of the proposed ordinance and approval of an alternative ordinance that simply deletes Section 4.8, Cluster Subdivision, of the UDC is recommended. While the revisions are consistent with FUTUREBR and clarify the requirements for Cluster Subdivisions as requested by the Planning Commission as a result of their experience with use of the existing provisions, they continue to create an opportunity to bypass Metro Council in seeking approval of developments that some might consider inconsistent with FUTUREBR as a result of the density resulting from the cluster provisions. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to accept staff recommendation to delete carried 9-0 This item was deferred from March 15, 2017
17-00189 TA-4-17 Chapter 12, Recreational Facilities and Open Space To remove portions that are redundant with other chapters. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Approval is recommended, based on consistency with FUTUREBR and the need to simplify the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 8-0 This item was deferred from March 15, 2017
17-00196 [RV-17-16] Revocation of North Elmer Forbes Road located between Port-Hudson Pride Road and East Elmer Forbes Road. (Council District 1-Welch). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration, provided the applicant resolves all comments from utility companies and the Department of Development COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to April 17 carried 8-0 Request to defer to March 20 by a citizen and to April 17 by Councilman Welch
17-00348 PA-2-17 5592 Hooper Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Neighborhood Center to Commercial on the south side of Hooper Road, to the east of Plank Road on an Undefined Lot known as the Rains, Gerry Winston and Roland Property. Section 90, T6S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 5 - Green) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend denial, based upon inconsistency with FUTUREBR and there being no justification for the change COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 This is related to Case 11-17
17-00349 Case 11-17 5592 Hooper Road To rezone from Two-Family Residential District (A2.9) to Heavy Commercial (HC2) on the south side of Hooper Road, to the east of Plank Road on an Undefined Lot known as the Rains, Gerry Winston and Roland Property. Section 90, T6S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 5 - Green) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff cannot certify that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, while it is consistent with UDC requirements regarding lots designated HCl and will be consistent with the comprehensive plan if the Plan Amendment is approved, it is not compatible with abutting uses permitting a Heavy Commercial use immediately adjacent to low density single family residences COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 This is related to PA-2-17
17-00350 PA-3-17 16016 Perkins Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Residential Neighborhood to Neighborhood Center on the south side of Perkins Road, east of Pecue Lane, being Tract B. Section 61, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, based upon an examination of the area in a greater level of detail than performed at the creation of the plan and compatibility with adjacent land use COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 This is related to Case 12-17
17-00351 Case 12-17 16016 Perkins Road To rezone from Rural (R) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage – Restaurant (C-AB-1) on property located south side of Perkins Road, east of Pecue Lane, being a portion of Tract B. Section 61, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning if the companion Comprehensive Plan Amendment is approved, being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 This is related PA-3-17
17-00358 TA-5-17 Chapter 8, Cemeteries, Columbaria and Mausoleums To revise Chapter 8 to reduce setbacks for structures and graves from all property lines. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Approval is recommended, based on consistency with FUTUREBR COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0
17-00361 TA-6-17 Chapter 13, Streets and Sidewalks To repeal and revise Chapter 13 to improve standards and establish clear criteria for waivers. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommends approval, based on consistency with FUTUREBR and the desire to develop regulations that reflect the character of development in different areas of the Parish COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to April 17 carried 8-0
17-00363 TA-7-17 Chapter 5, Waivers To revise Chapter 5 to be consistent with the new standards regarding waivers in Chapter 13. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Approval is recommended, based on consistency with FUTUREBR and to simplify the Unified Development Code (UDC) COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to May 15 carried 9-0
17-00365 Case 8-17 10550 Airline Highway To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage – Restaurant (C-AB-1) on property located on the west side of Airline Highway, north of Jefferson Highway, and east of Arnold Lane on a portion of Lot Y-1, part of the Reynard Staring, Jr Tract. Section 70, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0
17-00368 Case 9-17 1900-2100 UND, 2100-2300 UND, and 2050 70th Avenue To rezone from Single Family Residential (A2) to Limited Residential (A3.1) on property located east of Scenic Highway and north and south of 70th Avenue on Lots 15 and 16, Square 23 and Lots 24, 25, 26, and 27, Square 8 of Bank Addition Subdivision. Section 37, T6S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 10 - Wicker) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff cannot certify the requested change of zoning; although it is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, the individual lots do not meet the minimum criteria of the requested zoning district, and, while a reduction in permitted density, it appears to represent spot zoning and potentially allow multi-family units in a neighborhood of single family homes COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 8-0
17-00376 Case 10-17 9146 Jefferson Highway To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) to Urban Design Four (UDD4) on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, east of Chelsea Drive, west of Bluebonnet Boulevard on Lot 128 of Westminster Place Subdivision. Section 39, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 ADJOURN
Apr 19, 2017 Council Zoning
CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL
16-00394 [Case 48-16] 5723 Government Street (Southern portion) To rezone from C1 (Light Commercial) to A3.2 (Limited Residential) on property located on the north side of Government Street, to the west of Cloud Drive, known as the southern 1.27 acres of Tract A, formerly a portion of the Sam Scheinuk Property. Section 82, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 7-Cole). PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 5-0 A REQUEST HAS BEEN MADE BY THE OWNER OF THE PROPERTY TO DEFER TO THE MARCH 15, 2017 ZONING MEETING.
17-00187 TA-2-17 Chapter 4 Permits and Final Plat Approval, Section 4.8 Cluster Subdivision To revise the section of the Cluster Subdivision to establish basis for density transfers, criteria for preservation areas, and clear standards for lot dimensions or, alternatively, to delete this section. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Denial of the proposed ordinance and approval of an alternative ordinance that simply deletes Section 4.8, Cluster Subdivision, of the UDC is recommended. While the revisions are consistent with FUTUREBR and clarify the requirements for Cluster Subdivisions as requested by the Planning Commission as a result of their experience with use of the existing provisions, they continue to create an opportunity to bypass Metro Council in seeking approval of developments that some might consider inconsistent with FUTUREBR as a result of the density resulting from the cluster provisions. COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to accept staff recommendation to delete carried 9-0 This item was deferred from March 15, 2017
17-00189 TA-4-17 Chapter 12, Recreational Facilities and Open Space To remove portions that are redundant with other chapters. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Approval is recommended, based on consistency with FUTUREBR and the need to simplify the UDC COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 8-0 This item was deferred from March 15, 2017
17-00196 [RV-17-16] Revocation of North Elmer Forbes Road located between Port-Hudson Pride Road and East Elmer Forbes Road. (Council District 1-Welch). By Planning Director. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum requirements of the UDC for Planning Commission consideration, provided the applicant resolves all comments from utility companies and the Department of Development COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to April 17 carried 8-0 Request to defer to March 20 by a citizen and to April 17 by Councilman Welch
17-00348 PA-2-17 5592 Hooper Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Neighborhood Center to Commercial on the south side of Hooper Road, to the east of Plank Road on an Undefined Lot known as the Rains, Gerry Winston and Roland Property. Section 90, T6S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 5 - Green) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend denial, based upon inconsistency with FUTUREBR and there being no justification for the change COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 This is related to Case 11-17
17-00349 Case 11-17 5592 Hooper Road To rezone from Two-Family Residential District (A2.9) to Heavy Commercial (HC2) on the south side of Hooper Road, to the east of Plank Road on an Undefined Lot known as the Rains, Gerry Winston and Roland Property. Section 90, T6S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 5 - Green) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff cannot certify that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, while it is consistent with UDC requirements regarding lots designated HCl and will be consistent with the comprehensive plan if the Plan Amendment is approved, it is not compatible with abutting uses permitting a Heavy Commercial use immediately adjacent to low density single family residences COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 This is related to PA-2-17
17-00350 PA-3-17 16016 Perkins Road To amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan from Residential Neighborhood to Neighborhood Center on the south side of Perkins Road, east of Pecue Lane, being Tract B. Section 61, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommend approval, based upon an examination of the area in a greater level of detail than performed at the creation of the plan and compatibility with adjacent land use COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 This is related to Case 12-17
17-00351 Case 12-17 16016 Perkins Road To rezone from Rural (R) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage – Restaurant (C-AB-1) on property located south side of Perkins Road, east of Pecue Lane, being a portion of Tract B. Section 61, T8S, R2E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 9 - Hudson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the criteria for a change of zoning if the companion Comprehensive Plan Amendment is approved, being compatible with surrounding uses and conforming to UDC requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 This is related PA-3-17
17-00358 TA-5-17 Chapter 8, Cemeteries, Columbaria and Mausoleums To revise Chapter 8 to reduce setbacks for structures and graves from all property lines. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Approval is recommended, based on consistency with FUTUREBR COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0
17-00361 TA-6-17 Chapter 13, Streets and Sidewalks To repeal and revise Chapter 13 to improve standards and establish clear criteria for waivers. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Recommends approval, based on consistency with FUTUREBR and the desire to develop regulations that reflect the character of development in different areas of the Parish COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to April 17 carried 8-0
17-00363 TA-7-17 Chapter 5, Waivers To revise Chapter 5 to be consistent with the new standards regarding waivers in Chapter 13. PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Approval is recommended, based on consistency with FUTUREBR and to simplify the Unified Development Code (UDC) COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to defer to May 15 carried 9-0
17-00365 Case 8-17 10550 Airline Highway To rezone from Light Commercial (C1) to Commercial Alcoholic Beverage – Restaurant (C-AB-1) on property located on the west side of Airline Highway, north of Jefferson Highway, and east of Arnold Lane on a portion of Lot Y-1, part of the Reynard Staring, Jr Tract. Section 70, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0
17-00368 Case 9-17 1900-2100 UND, 2100-2300 UND, and 2050 70th Avenue To rezone from Single Family Residential (A2) to Limited Residential (A3.1) on property located east of Scenic Highway and north and south of 70th Avenue on Lots 15 and 16, Square 23 and Lots 24, 25, 26, and 27, Square 8 of Bank Addition Subdivision. Section 37, T6S, R1W, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 10 - Wicker) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff cannot certify the requested change of zoning; although it is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, the individual lots do not meet the minimum criteria of the requested zoning district, and, while a reduction in permitted density, it appears to represent spot zoning and potentially allow multi-family units in a neighborhood of single family homes COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 8-0
17-00376 Case 10-17 9146 Jefferson Highway To rezone from Single Family Residential (A1) to Urban Design Four (UDD4) on property located on the south side of Jefferson Highway, east of Chelsea Drive, west of Bluebonnet Boulevard on Lot 128 of Westminster Place Subdivision. Section 39, T7S, R1E, GLD, EBRP, LA (Council District 11 - Watson) PLANNING STAFF FINDINGS: Staff certifies that the proposed request meets the minimum criteria for a change of zoning, being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, compatible with surrounding uses, and conforming to Unified Development Code requirements COMMISSION ACTION: Motion to approve carried 9-0 ADJOURN