HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-07-2021 REGULAR MEETING
Planning & Zoning
Commission
Regular Meeting
June 7, 2021
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS
444 4th STREET • FIFTH FLOOR - CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS • PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77640
Location & Time
Telephonic &
Videoconference
(ZOOM)
5:30 P.M.
Dr. Johnny E. Brown,
Commissioner
Noel Ozen-Brown
Commissioner
Fernando Ramirez,
Commissioner
(Chairman)
Keith Richard,
Commissioner
Norris Simon, Jr.,
Commissioner
Planning & Zoning
Commissioners
Pamela D. Langford,
Dir. of Planning &
Development
Services
Larry Badon,
Planning &
Development
Services Manager
Planning Staff
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
June 7, 2021
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE PLANNING & ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS, WILL MEET IN
REGULAR SESSION AT 5:30 P.M. ON MONDAY, JUNE 7, 2021 [THERE
WILL BE NO PUBLIC ACCESS TO CITY HALL FOR THE MEETING] BY
TELEPHONIC AND VIDEOCONFERENCE IN ORDER TO ADVANCE THE
PUBLIC HEALTH GOAL OF LIMITING FACE-TO-FACE MEETINGS (ALSO
CALLED “SOCIAL DISTANCING”) TO SLOW THE SPREAD OF THE
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19), ANY PERSON MAY PARTICIPATE AND
ADDRESS THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION BY DIALING ONE
OF THE US TOLL-FREE NUMBERS AND ENTERING THE MEETING ID:
867-5031-9285, AND PARTICIPANT ID: 914862:
(877) 853-5247 US TOLL-FREE
(888) 788-0099 US TOLL-FREE
I. Chairperson’s Opening Remarks
II. Call to Order
III. Roll Call
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. November 16, 2020
B. February 1, 2021
C. February 15, 2021
D. March 22, 2021
E. May 17, 2021
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. NONE
VI. NEW BUSINESS - PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS (INDIVIDUAL
CONSIDERATION)
A. R21-14 – REPLAT REQUESTED FOR – REPLAT OF 0.2751-
ACRE OF LAND, E 20’ OF LOT 14, ALL OF LOT 15, & W 20’ OF
LOT 16, BLOCK 8, VISTA VILLAGE SUBDIVISION, PORT
ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 702 LINKWOOD STREET). THE PURPOSE OF
THIS REQUEST IS TO COMBINE PARTS OF THREE (3) LOTS
INTO ONE (1) TRACT OF LAND FOR RESIDENTIAL REMODEL.
AGENDA CONTINUED… B. P21-01 – PRELIMINARY PLAT REQUESTED FOR – 58.82-
ACRES OF LAND, OUT OF AND PART OF BLOCK 14, RANGE
“L” AND BLOCK 14, RANGE “K”, PORT ARTHUR LAND
COMPANY SUBDIVISION, PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON
COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF F.M.
HIGHWAY 365 BETWEEN WEST PORT ARTHUR ROAD AND
U.S. HIGHWAY 69/96/287). THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST
IS TO CREATE A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (I.E., MULTIPLE
FAMILY HOUSING, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK,
COMMERCIAL/RETAIL).
C. S21-01 – SITE PLAN APPROVAL REQUESTED FOR – 58.82-
ACRES OF LAND, OUT OF AND PART OF BLOCK 14, RANGE
“L” AND BLOCK 14, RANGE “K”, PORT ARTHUR LAND
COMPANY SUBDIVISION, PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON
COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF F.M.
HIGHWAY 365 BETWEEN WEST PORT ARTHUR ROAD AND
U.S. HIGHWAY 69/96/287). THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST
IS TO CREATE A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (I.E., MULTIPLE
FAMILY HOUSING, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK,
COMMERCIAL/RETAIL).
VII. NEW BUSINESS - NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. STAFF REPORT
B. ADJOURNMENT
Next Scheduled Meeting Date: June 21, 2021
DATED THIS THE ______ DAY OF ____________________ 2021.
Pamela D. Langford, Director of Planning &
Development Services
CERTIFICATION:
I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that the above Notice of
Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Port Arthur,
Texas is a True and Correct Copy of said notice and that said notice was
posted on the bulletin board at City Hall/Municipal Building on the _____ day
of ________________, 2021 at/or before _______ a.m./p.m. as required by
law in accordance with Section 551.042 of the Texas Government Code.
Division of Planning
Date Notice Removed
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2020
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Planning and Zoning Commission me t in Regular Session on Monday,
November 16, 2020, at 5:38 p.m. by telephonic and videoconference to
advance the public health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings (also called
“Social Distancing) to slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Participants were provided with the following Access Code and Contact
Number(s): Meeting ID: 830 4449 7414; Contact Numbers: (877) 853-5247;
(888) 788-0099.
II. CHAIRPERSON’S OPENING REMARKS
III. ROLL CALL
The following members were present: Chairman Fernando Ramirez;
Commissioners: Dr. Johnny Brown, and Norris Simon.
Staff present: Larry Badon, Senior Planner; Pamela D. Langford, Director of
Development Services
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. October 5, 2020
Upon the motion made by N. Simon; Seconded by J. Brown and
carried unanimously, the Planning & Zoning Commission approved
the minutes as presented.
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. E20-01 – EXCAVATION PERMIT REQUESTED FOR – OPERATION OF A
COMMERCIAL EXCAVATION (DIRT PIT), APPROXIMATELY 60.00-ACRE
SITE OUT OF A 234.050-ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF BLOCKS 14 &
15, RANGE “M,” PORT ARTHUR LAND COMPANY SUBDIVISION, CITY
OF PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY
LOCATED ON THE NORTH OF F.M. HIGHWAY 365 BETWEEN WEST
PORT ARTHUR ROAD AND U.S. HIGHWAY 69).
VI. NEW BUSINESS – PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS (INDIVIDUAL
CONSIDERATION)
A. O20-01 – ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REQUESTED FOR ARTICLE VII.
– EXCAVATIONS, SECTION 94-452(3). – CONDITIONS REQUIRED FOR
GRANTING. – AMENDMENT TO EXTEND THE BOUNDARY FOR
COMMERCIAL EXCAVATION OF EARTH MATERIALS TO INCLUDE
APPROXIMATELY 234.050-ACRES OF LAND OWNED BY MARY E.
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YOUNG PROPERTIES, LOCATED IN THE WM. MCFADDIN SURVEY
SECTION 10 ABSTRACT NO. 415 AND PORT ARTHUR LAND COMPANY
SUBDIVISION VOLUME 1, PAGE 22, M.R.J.C., (PROPERTY LOCATED
NORTHWEST OF F.M. HIGHWAY 365), PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON
COUNTY, TEXAS.
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request.
Speaking For: Charles Reeves, Jr., Purchaser, MMA, Inc., 2875 Derek
Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70607
Shelia Sachitano, 4747 Coolidge Street, Beaumont, TX
77706
Speaking in Opposition: None
B. Z20-01 – ZONING CHANGE REQUESTED FOR – APPROXIMATELY
58.82-ACRES OF LAND, PART OF LOTS 1, 2, 3 & 8, BLOCK 14, RANGE
“L”, AND PART OF LOTS 4 & 5, BLOCK 14, RANGE “K”, PORT ARTHUR
LAND COMPANY SUBDIVISION, CITY OF PORT ARHTUR, JEFFERSON
COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF F.M. HIGHWAY
365 BETWEEN U.S. HIGHWAY 69/96/287 AND WEST PORT ARTHUR
ROAD). PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS TO CHANGE ZONING FROM
INDUSTRIAL (I) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PD) FOR
DEVELOPMENT OF A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV) RESORT AND
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT.
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request.
Speaking For: Shelia Sachitano, 4747 Coolidge Street, Beaumont, TX
77706
Jim Nance, Partner, 9510 Bayou Brook, Houston, TX
77063
Michael Bell, 5001 Woodway, Houston, TX 77056
Speaking in Opposition: None
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C. Z20-02 – ZONING CHANGE REQUESTED FOR – APPROXIMATELY
0.6457-ACRE OF LAND, ALL OF LOTS 1 & 2, BLOCK 33, GRIFFING
RESIDENTIAL PARK SUBDIVISION, CITY OF PORT ARTHUR,
JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2615 TWIN
CITY HIGHWAY). PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS TO CHANGE
ZONING FROM SINGLE FAMILY (SF) TO LIGHT COMMERCIAL (LC)
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MULTI-FAMILY DEVELOPMENT (I.E.,
APARTMENTS).
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request.
Speaking For: None
Speaking in Opposition: Lucille Armintore, 4509 Forest Drive, Port Arthur,
TX 77642
James Guidry, 2701 Twin City, Port Arthur, TX
77642
Judy Lofton, 2601 Bernhardt Drive, Port Arthur,
TX 77640
Hope Cantu, 4725 Griffing Drive, Port Arthur, TX
77642
D. Z20-04 – ZONING CHANGE REQUESTED FOR – APPROXIMATELY
8.948-ACRES OF LAND, PART OF LOT 12, BLOCK 17, PORT ACRES
ADDITION, CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS
(PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF STATE
HIGHWAY 73 AND JADE AVENUE). PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS
TO CHANGE ZONING FROM LIGHT COMMERCIAL (LC) TO
AGRICULTURAL (A) FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE (RV) RESORT.
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request.
Speaking For: None
Speaking in Opposition: None
N. Simon made a motion to close the public hearings; seconded by J. Brown.
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• Motion made by N. Simon; Seconded by J. Brown to recommend
approval of Ordinance Amendment: O20-01.
Voting Yes: F. Ramirez, N. Simon, J. Brown
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
• Motion made by N. Simon; Seconded by J. Brown to recommend
approval of Excavation Permit request: E20-01.
Voting Yes: F. Ramirez, N. Simon, J. Brown
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
• Motion made by N. Simon; Seconded by J. Brown to recommend
approval of Zoning Change request: Z20-01.
Voting Yes: F. Ramirez, N. Simon, J. Brown
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
• Motion made by J. Brown; Seconded by N. Simon to recommend
approval of Zoning Change request: Z20-02.
Voting Yes: None
Voting No: F. Ramirez, N. Simon, J. Brown
Motion Passed
• Motion made by N. Simon; Seconded by J. Brown to recommend
approval of Zoning Change request: Z20-04.
Voting Yes: F. Ramirez, N. Simon, J. Brown
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
VII. NEW BUSINESS - NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. STAFF REPORT
None
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B. ADJOURNMENT
Upon a motion by J. Brown, seconded by N. Simon and carried unanimously,
the Planning and Zoning Commission adjourned its meeting at 6:02 p.m.
_______________________________ ________________________________
Fernando Ramirez Pamela D. Langford
Chairman Secretary to the Commission
Minutes Approved:
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2021
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Planning and Zoning Commission met in Regular Session on Monday,
February 1, 2021, at 5:46 p.m. by telephonic and videoconference to advance
the public health goal of limiting face -to-face meetings (also called “Social
Distancing) to slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID -19). Participants
were provided with the following Meeting ID/Participant ID and Contact
Number(s): Meeting ID: 859 1469 1953; Participant ID: 373421; Contact
Numbers: (877) 853-5247; (888) 788-0099.
II. CHAIRPERSON’S OPENING REMARKS
III. ROLL CALL
The following members were present: Chairman Fernando Ramirez;
Commissioners: Norris Simon, and Dr. Johnny Brown.
Staff present: Pamela D. Langford, Director of Planning & Development
Services; Larry Badon, Planning & Development Services Manager
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. None
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. None
VI. NEW BUSINESS - PUBLIC HEARING(S) – ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL
CONSIDERATION
A. R20-33 – REPLAT REQUESTED FOR – TRACT 9-A (BLOCK 177), A
REPLAT OF 0.3217-ACRE OF LAND, LOTS 9 & 10, BLOCK 177, CITY OF
PORT ARHTUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 2019 PROCTER STREET). THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS TO
COMBINE TWO (2) LOTS INTO ONE (1) TRACT OF LAND FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE-FAMILY HOME.
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: Anthony Legér, Soutex Surveyors, 3737 Doctors
Drive, Port Arthur, TX 77642
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
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B. R21-01 – REPLAT REQUESTED FOR – TRACT 5-A (BLOCK 13), A REPLAT
OF 0.8727-ACRE OF LAND, PART OF LOTS 5 & 6, BLOCK 13, RANGE “I”,
PORT ARTHUR LAND COMPANY SUBDIVISION, CITY OF PORT ARTHUR,
JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3260 F.M.
HIGHWAY 365). THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS TO COMBINE A
PORTION OF TWO (2) LOTS INTO ONE (1) TRACT OF LAND FOR
COMMERCIAL USE (I.E., JASON’S DELI).
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: Anthony Legér, Soutex Surveyors, 3737 Doctors
Drive, Port Arthur, TX 77642
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
C. Z21-01 – ZONING AMENDMENT REQUESTED FOR – APPROXIMATELY
0.3375-ACRE OF LAND, ALL OF LOTS 10 & 11, BLOCK 35, BEACHWAY
ADDITION, CITY OF PORT ARHTUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS
(PROPERTY LOCATED NORTHEAST CORNER OF WOODWORTH
BOULEVARD AND 13TH STREET). THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS
TO AMEND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 15 (PD-15) TO INCLUDE
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT ON SAID LOTS (I.E., BARBERSHOP/FOOD
SERVICES).
F. Ramirez re-introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
D. A21-01 – ABANDONMENT REQUESTED FOR – APPROXIMATELY
0.4591-ACRE OF LAND CONSISTING OF A DEDICATED AND
UNIMPROVED PORTION OF THE 10TH AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY,
SABINE PASS, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY ADJACENT
TO OR PART OF 5440 MECHANIC STREET). THE PURPOSE OF THIS
REQUEST IN FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE-FAMILY HOME.
F. Ramirez re-introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: Tim Williams, 4639 Forest Drive, Port Arthur,
TX 77642
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SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
E. A21-02 – ABANDONMENT REQUESTED FOR – 1.425-ACRES OF LAND
CONSISTING OF A DEDICATED AND IMPROVED PORTION OF
HOUSTON AVENUE AND 4TH STREET RIGHTS OF WAY, PORT
ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (THE PROPERTY IS
LOCATED WITHIN THE PORT OF PORT ARTHUR NAVIGATION
DISTRICT’S OPERATIONAL AREA – SOUTH OF PROCTER STREET).
THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS FOR THE SECURITY AND
CONTINUANCE OF PORT OPERATIONS
F. Ramirez re-introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
F. A21-03 – ABANDONMENT REQUESTED FOR – 1.351-ACRE OF LAND
CONSISTING OF A DEDICATED AND IMPROVED PORTION OF
RAILROAD AVENUE AND 5TH STREET RIGHTS-OF-WAY, CITY OF
PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (THE PROPERTY IS
LOCATED WITHIN THE PORT OF PORT ARTHUR NAVIGATION
DISTRICT’S OPERATIONAL AREA – WEST OF HOUSTON AVENUE
AND SOUTH OF WEST REV. RANSOM HOWARD STREET). THE
PURPOSE OF THIS ABANDONMENT IS FOR THE SECURITY AND
CONTINUANCE OF PORT OPERATIONS.
F. Ramirez re-introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
N. Simon made a motion to close the public hearings; seconded by J. Brown.
• Motion made by N. Simon; seconded by Dr. J. Brown to combine replat
request(s): R20-33; and R21-01 for approval.
Voting Yes: N. Simon; Dr. J. Brown; F. Ramirez
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
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• Motion made by N. Simon; seconded by Dr. J. Brown to recommend
approval of Zoning Change Request: Z21-01.
Voting Yes: Dr. J. Brown, N. Simon, F. Ramirez
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
• Motion made by Dr. J. Brown; seconded N. Simon by to recommend
approval of Abandonment Request: A21-01.
Voting Yes: Dr. J. Brown, N. Simon, F. Ramirez
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
• Motion made by Dr. J. Brown; seconded by F. Ramirez to table
Abandonment Request(s): A21-02; and A21-03.
Voting Yes: Dr. J. Brown, F. Ramirez, N. Simon
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
VII. NEW BUSINESS – NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. STAFF REPORT
o Staff working with Freese and Nichols, Inc. on drafting a new zoning
ordinance for the City of Port Arthur. A Workshop will be held with the
Commission on February 15, 2021. Print copies will be provided to the
Commission for review prior to the February 15, 2021, meeting date. A
virtual public meeting has been scheduled for February 18, 2021, at 6:00
p.m. and draft ordinance has been posted on the City’s official website.
B. ADJOURNMENT
Upon a motion by N. Simon, seconded by Dr. J. Brown and carried
unanimously, the Planning and Zoning Commission adjourned its meeting
at 6:49 p.m.
__________________________
Fernando Ramirez Pamela D. Langford
Chairman Secretary to the Commission
Minutes Approved:
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2021
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Planning and Zoning Commission met in Regular Session on Monday,
February 15, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. by telephonic and videoconference to advance
the public health goal of limiting face -to-face meetings (also called “Social
Distancing) to slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID -19). Participants
were provided with the following Meeting ID/Participant ID and Contact
Number(s): Meeting ID: 872 8561 4008; Participant ID: 989682; Contact
Numbers: (877) 853-5247; (888) 788-0099.
II. CHAIRPERSON’S OPENING REMARKS
III. ROLL CALL
The following members were present: Chairman Fernando Ramirez;
Commissioners: Norris Simon; Dr. Johnny Brown; and Keith Richard.
Staff present: Pamela D. Langford, Director of Planning & Development
Services; Larry Badon, Planning & Development Services Manager
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. None
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. A21-02 – ABANDONMENT REQUESTED FOR – 1.425-ACRES OF LAND
CONSISTING OF A DEDICATED AND IMPROVED PORTION OF
HOUSTON AVENUE AND 4TH STREET RIGHTS OF WAY, PORT
ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (THE PROPERTY IS
LOCATED WITHIN THE PORT OF PORT ARTHUR NAVIGATION
DISTRICT’S OPERATIONAL AREA – SOUTH OF PROCTER STREET).
THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS FOR THE SECURITY AND
CONTINUANCE OF PORT OPERATIONS.
F. Ramirez re-introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
Motion made by Dr. J. Brown; 2nd by K. Richard to recommend
approval of Abandonment Request: A21-02.
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Voting Yes: F. Ramirez, Dr. J. Brown, K. Richard
Voting No: None
Abstain: N. Simon
Motion Passed
B. A21-03 – ABANDONMENT REQUESTED FOR – 1.351-ACRE OF LAND
CONSISTING OF A DEDICATED AND IMPROVED PORTION OF
RAILROAD AVENUE AND 5TH STREET RIGHTS-OF-WAY, CITY OF
PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (THE PROPERTY IS
LOCATED WITHIN THE PORT OF PORT ARTHUR NAVIGATION
DISTRICT’S OPERATIONAL AREA – WEST OF HOUSTON AVENUE
AND SOUTH OF WEST REV. RANSOM HOWARD STREET). THE
PURPOSE OF THIS ABANDONMENT IS FOR THE SECURITY AND
CONTINUANCE OF PORT OPERATIONS.
F. Ramirez re-introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
Motion made by Dr. J. Brown; 2nd by K. Richard to recommend
approval of Abandonment Request: A21-03.
Voting Yes: F. Ramirez, Dr. J. Brown, K. Richard
Voting No: None
Abstain: N. Simon
Motion Passed
VI. NEW BUSINESS - PUBLIC HEARING(S) – ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL
CONSIDERATION
A. NONE
VII. NEW BUSINESS – NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION WORKSHOP TO DISCUSS:
DRAFT ZONING ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR.
F. Ramirez opened the above-mentioned workshop.
Dawn Warrick and Alexis Garcia of Freese and Nichols, Inc., appeared
before the Commission to give a presentation regarding the FINAL DRAFT
of the City’s Zoning Ordinance.
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Discussion was held regarding the above-mentioned topic with no action
taken.
B. STAFF REPORT
• None.
C. ADJOURNMENT
Upon a motion by N. Simon, seconded by Dr. J. Brown and carried
unanimously, the Planning and Zoning Commission adjourned its meeting
at 6:50 p.m.
____________________________
Fernando Ramirez Pamela D. Langford
Chairman Secretary to the Commission
Minutes Approved:
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2021
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Planning and Zoning Commission met in Special Session on Monday,
March 22, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. by telephonic and videoconference to advance
the public health goal of limiting face -to-face meetings (also called “Social
Distancing) to slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID -19). Participants
were provided with the following Meeting ID/Participant ID and Contact
Number(s): Meeting ID: 858 5932 9190; Participant ID: 256615; Contact
Numbers: (877) 853-5247; (888) 788-0099.
II. CHAIRPERSON’S OPENING REMARKS
III. ROLL CALL
The following members were present: Chairman Fernando Ramirez;
Commissioners: Keith Richard, Norris Simon, and Dr. Johnny Brown.
Staff present: Pamela D. Langford, Director of Planning & Development
Services; Larry Badon, Planning & Development Services Manager
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. None
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. None
VI. NEW BUSINESS - PUBLIC HEARING(S) – ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL
CONSIDERATION
A. Z21-02 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING, IN ITS ENTIRETY, THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS WITH ALL
AMENDMENTS – ESTABLISHING AND PROVIDING FOR ZONING
REGULATIONS CREATING USE DISTRICTS THE HEIGHT OF
BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES, SIZE OF YARDS, THE HEIGHT AND
USE OF BUILDINGS AND LAND FOR TRADE, INDUSTRY, RESIDENCE
AND OTHER PURPOSES; PROVIDING FOR THE INCLUSION OF NEW
AND UNLISTED USES; PROVIDING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMITS,
OVERLAY DISTRICTS, AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS,
SPECIFYING THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR OFF-STREET
PARKING OF VEHICLES, REGULATIONG THE DENSITY OF
DWELLINGS AND OTHER STRUCTURES AND THE PERCENTAGE OF
LOT THAT MAY BE OCCUPIED BY STRUCTURES; ADOPTING
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS; ADOPTING A REVISED ZONING
DISTRICT MAP AND MAKING IT PART OF THIS ORDINANCE,
TOGETHER WITH ALL SYMBOLS, MARKINGS, AND TABLES
APPREARING ON SAID MAP OR IN THE ORDINANCE; DEFINING
POWERS AND DUTIES OF PLANNING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS;
PROVIDING FOR NON-CONFORMING USES AND METHOD OF
DISCONTINUANCES THEREOF; DEFINING CERTAIN TERMS;
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CREATING PROVISIONS FOR LANDSCAPING AND PLANTING OF
TREES; DEFINING REVIEW AND APPROVAL PROCEDURES;
CREATING FAQ; PROVIDING FOR PENALTY FOR ITS VIOLATION AS
PROVIDED IN THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, AS AMENDED BY A FINE.
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: Larry Kelly, Director, Port of Port Arthur, 221
Houston Avenue, Port Arthur, TX 77640
Ed Long, Engineer, Port of Port Arthur, 221 Houston Avenue, Port Arthur,
TX 77640
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
• Planning Staff made a recommendation to withdraw zoning request(s): Z21-02.
Motion made by F. Ramirez; seconded by Dr. J. Brown to accept
Staff’s recommendation to withdraw zoning request(s): Z21-02.
Voting Yes: F. Ramirez, Dr. J. Brown, N. Simon, K. Richard
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
VII. NEW BUSINESS - NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. STAFF REPORT
• Chairman Fernando Ramirez referenced the growing number of posts on
Facebook regarding the opening of nightclubs throughout the City. Concerns
about various clubs conducting activities associated with Sexually Oriented
Businesses (SOB).
B. ADJOURNMENT
Upon a motion by N. Simon, seconded by Dr. J. Brown and carried
unanimously, the Planning and Zoning Commission adjourned its meeting
at 6:30 p.m.
Fernando Ramirez Pamela D. Langford
Chairman Secretary to the Commission
Minutes Approved:
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MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MONDAY, MAY 17, 2021
I. CALL TO ORDER
The Planning and Zoning Commission met in Regular Session on Monday, May
17, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. by telephonic and videoconference to advance the public
health goal of limiting face-to-face meetings (also called “Social Distancing) to
slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Participants were provided
with the following Meeting ID/Participant ID and Contact Number(s):
Meeting ID: 861 9552 3850; Participant ID: 900698; Contact Numbers:
(877) 853-5247; (888) 788-0099.
II. CHAIRPERSON’S OPENING REMARKS
III. ROLL CALL
The following members were present: Chairman Fernando Ramirez;
Commissioners: Norris Simon; Dr. Johnny Brown; and Keith Richard.
Staff present: Pamela D. Langford, Director of Planning & Development
Services; Larry Badon, Planning & Development Services Manager
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. None
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. None
VI. NEW BUSINESS - PUBLIC HEARING(S) – ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL
CONSIDERATION
A. R21-09 – REPLAT REQUESTED FOR – REPLAT OF 0.6497-ACRE OF
LAND, ALL OF TRACTS 12-A & 19-A, BLOCK 29, LAKESIDE PARK UNIT
4 SUBDIVISION, PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS
(PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5172 CAMBRIDGE AVENUE AND
ADJOINING PROPERTY). THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS TO
COMBINE TWO TRACTS OF LAND INTO ONE TRACT FOR
RESIDENTIAL USE (I.E., WORKSHED).
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: Anthony Legér, Soutex Surveyors & Engineers,
3737 Doctors Drive, Port Arthur, TX 77642
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
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B. R21-10 – REPLAT REQUESTED FOR – REPLAT OF 0.3324-ACRE OF
LAND, PART OF LOT 5, BLOCK 1, PORT ACRES, PORT ARTHUR,
JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6748
GARNET AVENUE AND ADJOINING PROPERTY). THE PURPOSE OF
THIS REQUEST IS TO COMBINE A PORTION OF ONE (1) LOT INTO
ONE (1) TRACT OF LAND FOR RESIDENTIAL USE
(REMODELING/ADDITION TO EXISTING STRUCTURE AND DRIVEWAY
CONSTRUCTION).
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
C. R21-11 – REPLAT REQUESTED FOR – REPLAT OF 0.3225-ACRE OF
LAND, ALL OF LOTS 11 & 12, BLOCK 526, MODEL ADDITION, PORT
ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3411/3415 5TH STREET). THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS TO
COMBINE TWO (2) LOTS INTO ONE (1) TRACT OF LAND FOR
RESIDENTIAL USE (I.E., REMODEL/ADDITION TO EXISTING
STRUCTURE).
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: Gail Slocum, 3425 5th Street, Port Arthur, TX
77642
D. R21-12 – REPLAT REQUESTED FOR – 15.20-ACRES OF LAND, PART
OF LOTS 1 & 2, BLOCK 4, RANGE “I”, PORT ARTHUR LAND COMPANY
SUBDIVISION, PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS
(PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3535/3600 GATES BOULEVARD). THE
PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS TO CREATE A MUNCIPAL TRACT
FOR FUTURE USE.
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
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E. Z21-03 – SPECIFIC USE PERMIT REQUESTED FOR –
APPROXIMATELY 0.1722-ACRE OF LAND, ALL OF LOT 6, BLOCK 10,
RANGE “5”, SABINE PASS, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 5424 TREMONT STREET). THE PURPOSE OF THIS
REQUEST IS TO OBTAIN A “SPECIFIC USE” PERMIT FOR THE USE OF
A PUBLIC BUILDING OF A GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY IN A MULTIPLE
FAMILY (MF) ZONED DISTRICT (I.E., U.S. POST OFFICE).
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
INQUIRY: Vicki Margita, 2537 Hadley Circle, Sugarland, Texas 77478-1866
F. Z21-04 – ZONING DISTRICT CHANGE REQUESTED FOR – 2.754-ACRE
OF LAND, ALLO OF LOTS 9 – 17, BLOCK 511, MODEL ADDITION NO. 2,
PORT ARTHUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY LOCATED
ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF WOODWORTH BOULEVARD AND
PROCTER STREET). THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST IS FOR
COMMERCIAL/RETAIL DEVELOPMENT (I.E., COMMERCIAL STRIP
CENTER WITH FUELING STATION).
F. Ramirez introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: NONE
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
G. Z21-05 – ZONING CHANGE REQUESTED FOR – APPROXIMATELY
58.83 (CALLED 58.82) ACRES OF LAND, OUT OF AND PART OF LOTS
1, 2, 3 & 8, BLOCK 14, RANGE “L”, AND PART OF LOTS 4 & 5, BLOCK
14, RANGE “K”, PORT ARTHUR LAND COMPANY SUBDIVISION, CITY
OF PORT ARHTUR, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS (PROPERTY
LOCATED NORTH OF F.M. HIGHWAY 365 BETWEEN U.S. HIGHWAY
69/96/287 AND WEST PORT ARTHUR ROAD). PURPOSE OF THIS
REQUEST IS TO CHANGE ZONING FROM INDUSTRIAL (I) TO A
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PD) FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV) RESORT AND COMMERCIAL
DEVELOPMENT.
F. Ramirez re-introduced the request; P. Langford gave an overview.
The Commission opened the meeting to discuss the proposed
request:
SPEAKING IN FAVOR: Pat Avery, President/CEO of the Port Arthur
Chamber of Commerce, 3035 West Port Arthur Road, Port Arthur, TX
77640
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Sheila Sachitano, 4745 Coolidge Street, Beaumont, TX
Jim Nance, Partner, 9510 Bayou Brook, Houston, TX 77063
SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION: NONE
K. Richard made a motion to close the public hearings; seconded by N. Simon;
• Planning Staff made a recommendation to approve re-plat request(s): R21-09;
R21-10; R21-11; and R21-12.
Motion made by N. Simon; seconded by Dr. J. Brown to accept Staff’s
recommendation to approve re-plat request(s): R21-09; R21-10; R21-
11; and R21-12.
Voting Yes: N. Simon; Dr. J. Brown; K. Richard; F. Ramirez
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
• Motion made by Dr. J. Brown; seconded by K. Richard to recommend
approval of Specific Use Permit request: Z21-03.
Voting Yes: Dr. J. Brown, K. Richard, N. Simon, F. Ramirez
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
• Motion made by K. Richard; seconded by N. Simon to recommend
approval of Zoning Change request: Z21-04.
Voting Yes: K. Richard, N. Simon, Dr. J. Brown, F. Ramirez
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
• Motion made by N. Simon; seconded by K. Richard to recommend
approval of Zoning Change Request: Z21-05.
Voting Yes: N. Simon, K. Richard, Dr. J. Brown, F. Ramirez
Voting No: None
Motion Passed
VII. NEW BUSINESS - NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. STAFF REPORT
• Items Z21-03, Z21-04, and Z21-05 will be included on the June 8, 2021, City
Council Agenda as public hearings. The public hearings will begin at 6:00
p.m.
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B. ADJOURNMENT
Upon a motion by K. Richard, seconded by N. Simon and carried
unanimously, the Planning and Zoning Commission adjourned its meeting
at 6:34 p.m.
Fernando Ramirez Pamela D. Langford
Chairman Secretary to the Commission
Minutes Approved:
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PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. R21-14
June 7, 2021 Regular Meeting
Staff Report
REPORT DATE: 06/05/2021
PROPERTY OWNER: Fred H. Hudson, Jr.
APPLICANT: -Same-
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Soutex Surveyors & Engineers
PROPERTY LOCATION: 702 Linkwood Street, Port Arthur, TX 77640
REQUEST TYPE: Approval of replat of Lots in the Vista Village Subdivision
NATURE OF REQUEST:
The Planning and Zoning Commission is being asked to consider a replat request for the following:
Replat of: E 20’ of Lot 14, all of Lot 15, & the W 20’ of Lot 16, Block 8, Vista
Village Subdivision
New Tract Name(s): Tract 14-A, Block 8, Vista Village Subdivision
Lot Dimensions: 100’ X 120’ (12,000 SF)
Total Acreage: 0.2751-Acre of Land
Current Zoning: “SF” Single Family
Proposed Zoning: No Change
Abutting Zoning: North/South/East/West: “SF” Single Family
Comprehensive Plan Future
Land Use: Low Density Residential (LDR)
Purpose of replat:
To combine one (1) Lot with portions of two (2) Lots into one (1)
Tract of Land for the remodeling of a residential structure (addition
to single family home)
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, eighteen (18) notices were mailed to adjacent property owners within a
200 ft. Radius, as well as published in the Port Arthur Newspaper; more than fifteen (15) days before
the P&Z public hearing scheduled for June 7, 2021.
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FISCAL IMPACT/BUDGET IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed Replat which complies with Section 212.014 of the Texas
Local Government Code and Appendix A, Section 10 of the Port Arthur Code of Ordinances.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1: Proposed Replat
Attachment 2: Zoning Designation (Layout)
Attachment 3: Aerial Photograph
Attachment 4: Public Notice (Newspaper)
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PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. P21-01
June 7, 2021, Regular Meeting
Staff Report
REPORT DATE: 06/05/2021
PROPERTY OWNER: Park 365 Ltd, a Texas Limited Partnership
APPLICANT: Community RV – Port Arthur, LLC
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Soutex Surveyors & Engineers
PROPERTY LOCATION: north of F.M. Highway 365 between U.S. Highway 69 and West
Port Arthur Road
REQUEST TYPE: Approval of preliminary plat in the Port Arthur Land Company
Subdivision
NATURE OF REQUEST:
The Planning and Zoning Commission is being asked to consider a preliminary plat request
for the following:
Plat Name (Proposed): Community RV Port Arthur
Current Legal
Description:
Part of Lots 1, 2, 3 & 8, Block 14, Range “L” and part of Lots
4 & 5, Block 14, Range “K,” Port Arthur Land Company
Subdivision
Total Acreage: 58.83-Acres of Land (Called 58.82)
No. of Proposed Lots: 3 Tracts of Land
Proposed Lot
Dimensions:
Tract I: 25.81-Acres of Land
Tract II: 27.48-Acres of Land
Tract III: 5.54-Acres of Land
Current Zoning: “I” Industrial
Proposed Zoning: Planned Development District – 40 (PD-40)
Abutting Zoning: North/East/West: “I” Industrial
South: Planned Development District – 4 (PD-4)
Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use: Retail (R)
Purpose of
preliminary plat:
To allow for the construction of a Recreational Vehicle (RV)
Resort and Commercial/Retail development.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
On Saturday, May 15, 2021, six (6) notices were mailed to adjacent property owners within
a 200 ft. Radius, as well as published in the Port Arthur Newspaper; more than fifteen (15)
days before the P&Z public hearing scheduled for June 7, 2021.
In accordance with Chapter 98, Division 2 of the Port Arthur Code of Ordinances, all persons
desiring to subdivide land within the area of jurisdiction of this chapter shall next prepare and
submit to the director of planning for filing with the commission, not less than eight days prior
to any meeting of the commission at which the plat is to be considered, the follo wing
information:
1. One reproducible copy of a preliminary plat covering the land to be subdivided and a
sufficient area adjacent thereto, which is owned or controlled by the subdivider, to
indicate a suitable plan for coordinating the area to be subdivide d with the surrounding
area.
a. The preliminary plat shall be drawn at a scale of 200 feet to one inch or larger,
and shall otherwise conform to the requirements of a final plat. It may contain
map information that is not permitted on a final plat.
b. The preliminary plat shall contain the following inscription in bold letters (one -
fourth inch high): "PRELIMINARY PLAT: SUBJECT TO CHANGE," and further:
"PLEASE REFER TO THE FINAL PLAT OR PLATS OF THIS SUBDIVISION
FOR STREET LAYOUT, LOT ARRANGEMENT, ADJACENT AREAS, AND
DETAILS OF THE EXACT AREA INCLUDED IN THE DEDICATION FOR
DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES."
2. Three prints of the preliminary schematic plans for the furnishing of water, the
installation of sanitary sewer facilities, and provisions for storm sewers and general
drainage facilities, widths of streets and alleys, and locations of bridges. (Topographic
contours of not more than one-foot intervals referred to as U.S. Coast and Geodetic
Survey or State Highway Benchmark may be required by the commission.)
3. A completed application form. Such forms shall be as adopted by the commission and
available from the city planning department.
4. A written certificate or binder from a title company or title opinion from an attorney duly
licensed to practice law in the state certifying to at least the following, concerning title
to the land: a statement of records examined and date of examination; description of
the property in question by metes and bounds; the fee owner as of the date of
examination and the date, file numbe r, and volume and page of the recording of the
deed or other basis of title involved; the name of any lienholder together with the date
of filing and volume and page of such lien; and a general description of any right -of-
way, easements or reservations, along with the file number, date of filing, and volume
and page of recording.
5. In cases where public streets, alleys or easements are proposed to be platted across
existing private easements, rights-of-way or fee strips, a copy of the instrument
establishing such private easement, right-of-way or fee strip shall be submitted.
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6. A preliminary submittal shall be required for all replats of existing subdivisions
containing major changes in the physical layout, as determined by the commission.
However, the commission may, at its discretion, waive the various requirements of
accompanying submittal information where the facts warrant.
FISCAL IMPACT/BUDGET IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat which complies with Section 212.014 of
the Texas Local Government Code and Chapter 98, Division 2 of the Port Arthur Code of
Ordinances.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1: Preliminary Plat
Attachment 2: Zoning Designation (Layout)
Attachment 3: Aerial Photograph
Attachment 4: Public Notice (Newspaper)
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PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CASE NO. S21-01
June 7, 2021, Regular Meeting
Staff Report
REPORT DATE: 06/05/2021
PROPERTY OWNER: Park 365 Ltd, a Texas Limited Partnership
APPLICANT: Community RV – Port Arthur, LLC
SURVEYOR/ENGINEER: Soutex Surveyors & Engineers
PROPERTY LOCATION: north of F.M. Highway 365 between U.S. Highway 69 and West
Port Arthur Road
REQUEST TYPE: Approval of site plan in the Port Arthur Land Company
Subdivision
NATURE OF REQUEST:
The Planning and Zoning Commission is being asked to consider a site plan for the
following:
Development Type: Multi-use development
Total Acreage: 58.83-Acres of Land (Called 58.82)
Legal Description:
Part of Lots 1, 2, 3 & 8, Block 14, Range “L” and part of
Lots 4 & 5, Block 14, Range “K,” Port Arthur Land
Company Subdivision
Current Zoning: “I” Industrial
Proposed Zoning: Planned Development District – 40 (PD-40)
Abutting Zoning: North/East/West: “I” Industrial
South: Planned Development District – 4 (PD-4)
Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use: Retail (R)
Purpose of Site Plan: To allow for the construction of a Recreational Vehicle (RV)
Resort and Commercial/Retail development.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
On November 20, 2019, developers met with the City of Port Arthur’s Development Review
Committee, to discuss the construction of a recreational vehicle park north of F.M. Highway
365 between U.S. Highway 69 and West Port Arthur Road. Staff provided developers with
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all applicable codes and ordinances relating to the development of this location. As the
development evolves, staff will continue to work with investors to ensure that all applicable
codes are met.
In accordance with Appendix A, Section 23, General Provisions, a site plan must be
submitted to and approved by the commission for all development in a planned
development district or involving a special use permit. In all districts, site plan approval is
required for all multiple-family projects, shopping centers, mobile home parks and multi-
building or multi-use projects over five acres in size.
The purpose of the "PD", planned development district is to provide greater flexibility and
opportunity for innovation in projects. Generally, greater detail is necessary abo ut the
proposed uses and the site plan for a PD development than would be required for the same
use(s) in another district.
The application for site plan approval was submitted to the Planning Division on March 8,
2021.
Revisions involving significant changes to an approved site plan shall be submitted to the
commission for review. The determination of whether the changes are significant shall be
made by the planning director. Once the commission has reviewed proposed changes, it may
call a public hearing before taking action.
FISCAL IMPACT/BUDGET IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff recommends the Planning and Zoning Commission approve the proposed Site Plan.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1: Proposed Site Plan
Attachment 2: Conceptual Layout
Attachment 3: Zoning Designation (Layout)/”LC” District Regulations
Attachment 4: Location Map
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