City of Lockhart Planning and Zoning Commission September 25, 2024  MINUTES  Members Present: Philip Ruiz, Manuel Oliva, Ron Peterson, Phil McBride, Julia Haug, Rick Arnic,  Bradley Lingvai,  Members Absent: None  Staff Present: David Fowler, Kevin Fowler, Romy Brossman Visitors/Citizens Addressing the Commission:  1. Call meeting to order. Chair Ruiz called the meeting to order at 7:00p p.m.  2. Citizen comments not related to an agenda item. None 3. Consider the Minutes oft the September 11, 2024,meeting.  Commissioner Arnic moved to approve the September 11, 2024, minutes. Commissioner Haug 4. FP24-04. Consider ar request by Christopher Terry of Doucet & Associates on behalf OfTCLI Land Bank 4, for approval of a Final Plat for Summerside Section 7,c consisting of 27.936 acres in the Esther Berry Survey, Abstract 1, zoned RMD (Residential Medium Density), and located on the Staff member Kevin Waller introduced the subject property with maps, ariels and photos. Summerside Sections 7 is located between Summmerside Section 6 to the west with public improvements currently under constructions, and Section 81 totheeast, also to! be considered at the September 25th Commission meeting. The proposal includes 117 single-family residential lots, two parkland lots in the west portion of the subdivision, two GBRA utility lots along much of the north boundary of the subdivision, and 7 new public streets. Sidewalks will be provided on one side ofa all internal streets and at tent foot wide publichikeand biketrail will be constructed on the south side of Silvercloud Drive in accordance with the City's adopted Sidewalk and Trail plan. The trail will also extend southward from Silvercloud Drive through the larger park lot and follow a portion of the south boundary of the subdivision to provide an access point to Section Three-A, as well as a south access point for Section 6. Although the Sidewalk and Trail Plan identifies the future Hike and Bike Trail along the south side of the subject property, the proposed trail alignment will primarily be located in the northern portion of the subdivision, which better corresponds with the proposed lot and street layouts. Thei two parkland lots in the west portion of the subdivision will be open to thep public and owned and maintained byt the City.  seconded, and the motion passed by a vote of 7-0.  2100 Block of FM1322  1-  Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting 09-25-2024    A multi-function playscape will be installed on the larger park lot, outside of the oil and gas  pipeline easements traversing that lot.  Commission Arnic asked for details regarding the GBRA utilityl lots. lines that will be running through those two vacant lots.  Mr. Waller answered, it is for the water utility company which has underground transmission Keith Schauer with Doucet and Associates, the engineer for the project started he was available  toanswer any project questions.  Commission Oliva asked, where stormwater would be captures  Mr. Schauer responded that all the drainage would be conveyed to the big pond in Section 6. There's a big retention pond in Sections 5 and 6, which has been constructed. Sections 7 and 8 Mr. Waller stated that Staff recommends approval with the condition toi revise plat note 9 to be consistent with the plat drawing and specify a 20 foot wide natural gas pipeline easement to Commissioner Oliva moved to approve FP-24-04. Commissioner Amicseconded, and the motion 5. FP24-05. Consider a request by Christopher Terry of Doucet & Associates on behalf OfTCL Land Bank 4, for approval of a Final Plat for Summerside Section 8, consisting of 19.813 acres in the Esther Berry Survey, Abstract 1, zoned RMD (Residential Medium Density), and located on the Kevin' Waller stated Summerside Section 8i is located between summerside Section 7t to the west, which was considered in the previous agenda item, and F.M.1 1322 to the east. The proposal includes 104 single-family residential lots, two GBRA utility lotsalong the north boundary of the subdivision and 6 new public streets. Sidewalks will be provided on one side of all. internal streets, and a ten-foot-wide public hike and bike trail will be constructed on the south side of Siivercloud Drive, in accordance with the City's adopted Sidewalk and Trail Plan. Although the Sidewalkand Trail Plani identifies the future Hike and Bike Trail along the south side oft the subject property, the proposed trail alignment will be located in the northern portion of the subdivision which better corresponds with the proposed lot and street layouts. Parkland requirements for Section 8 have been provided within the boundaries of previous sections of the overall subdivision, according to a review of the approved Preliminary Plat. Highway turning lane improvements along FM 1322 into the subdivision, in the form of a southbound deceleration lane, will be constructed in accordance with TxDOT requirements, prior to the recording of the  would drain into that same pond.  correct the 501 foot easement currently specified om the plat.  passed with a vote of7-0.  2100 Block of FM1322.  Section 8 plat as specified in General Note 11 on Sheet2. Keith Schauer with Doucet and Associates, reintroduced himself.  Commissioner McBride questioned the grid pattern of the lots and asked why are there no cul-  de-sacs?  2-  Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting 09-25-2024    Mr. Schauer responded it was the most efficient way tol layi it out, the layout it similar to! Section  4.  Mr. Waller stated Staff recommends approval without additional conditions.  Commissioner Oliva moved to approve FP-24-05. Commissioner Peterson seconded, and the 6.! Hold al Public Hearing, presentation, discussion, and possible action regarding the draft Lockhart  motion passed with a vote of7-0. Looking Forward Comprehensive Plan.  Caitlin Admire of Freese and Nichols made a presentation regarding the intent and use of the comprehensive plan, emphasizing that it is not a legally binding document but serves as a high- level guide for policy and decision-making. She stated the plan aims to align growth with communityvalues: and needs. She clarified the comprehensweplansroe in guiding discussions and decisions within the planning and zoning commission. She summarized the project timeline, noting the extensive community engagement that has occurred over the past year and al half. Chair Ruiz raised several concerns about the environmental justice policy and the thoroughfare plan's connectivity, suggesting a need for more detailed policy statements. Feedback included ac desire for more detailed identity within the six proposed districts, as well as concerns about the narrow streets and parking reductions in the central business district. He posed questions regarding the methodology used for neighborhood assessments and thel lack of mention of fair housing in the plan. The need for a hospital was highlighted, with a call for recognition of this priority in the goals section. He also raised concerns regarding the impact of growth on water and wastewater systems, with specific figures mentioned regarding necessary improvements. The implementation of the plan was questioned, particularly regarding the capacity of development services to manage the large number of proposed goals that had been assigned to Ms. Admire responded that many of the conçerns are outside the scope of a comprehensive plan or are the result of choices made by City staff and the consultant. Small area planning is intended as a separate effort after the comprehensive plan, which is covered in the goals. The downtown, parks, and water/wastewater master plans are separate. This is meant to be high Commissioner Lingvai asked for confirmation on the number of typical multi-family Mr. Fowler answered, without a Specific Use Permit it's 12, with a Special Use Permit is 24. Commissioner Lingvai inquired, how would higher density be achieved in specific districts, particularly in the Central District, which has a maximum density of 24 units per acre? Ms. Admire responded, you can get up to 24 units per acre with atownhome community.  that department.  level or an umbrella plan.  developments allowed per acre without a Specific Use Permit.  -3-  Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting 09-25-2024    Commissioner Lingvai inquired about the potential for higher density developments, with some The Commission as a group expressed a desire to explore how to achieve these density goals Ms. Admire reiterated that the comprehensive plan isa a guide during policy and decision making. She requested a list of Chair Ruiz's 17 comments and questions. She confirmed the Chair's concerns will be tracked, responses will be made and those responses will be provided to Commissioner Peterson moved to approve The Lockhart Looking Forward Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner, Arnic seconded, and the motion passed with a vote a6-Owithlobatention. 7. Discuss the date and agenda of the next meeting, including Commission requests for agenda  districts allowing up to 32 units per acre.  effectively.  Council.  items.  Mr. Fowler: stated the next meeting will be held October gth. At that meeting a revised SUP for  1408 S. Colorado St. and one plat willl be presented.  8. Adjournment.  Commissioner. Arnic moved to adjourn, and Commissioner Lingvaiseconded. The motion passed  by a unanimous vote, and the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.  Approved: 10-9-7024  (date) H Philip Ruiz, Chair  Romy Brossinan, Recording Secretary Sebnn  4-  Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting 09-25-2024