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Applicant: Brown & Ortiz, PC; Owner: Bob & Betty Kiesling
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(210) 299-3704 - emilie@brownortiz.law
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SUBJECT:
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Public hearing and recommendation to City Council regarding the proposed rezoning of 1.145 acres out of the William Mockford Survey 285, addressed at 2944 Loop 337, from “R-2” Single and Two-family District to “C-1B” General Business District. PZ19-0264
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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:
Case No.: PZ19-0264
Council District: 3
Applicant: Brown & Ortiz, P.C.
Emilie Weissler
112 E. Pecan Street, Suite 1360
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 299-3704 emilie@brownortiz.law
Property Owner: Bob & Betty Kiesling
2850 Loop 337
New Braunfels, TX 78130
(830) 237-7459 bob@kieslinglaw.com
Staff Contact: Holly Mullins
(830) 221-4054
hmullins@nbtexas.org
The subject property is located on the west side of Loop 337 near its intersection with Oak Run Parkway. The applicant recently rezoned the adjacent six acres from R-2 to C-1B. When the Abiso New Braunfels plat was laid out, it was discovered additional land was needed to accommodate project drainage. Therefore, the applicant is requesting a similar rezoning to C-1B for this additional 1.145 acres.
General Information:
Surrounding Zoning and Land Use:
North - C-1B/ Undeveloped
South - R-2/ Residential
East - Across Loop 337, R-1, R-2/ NB Christian Academy
West - Outside City limits/ Undeveloped
Determination Factors:
In making a decision on zoning, the following factors are to be considered:
§ Whether the permitted uses will be appropriate in the immediate area, and their relationship to the area and to the City as a whole (C-1B allows uses with an intensity that makes it appropriate at major intersections, and it is consistent with other commercial zoning in the area.);
§ Whether the change is in accord with any existing or proposed public schools, streets, water supply, sanitary sewers, and other utilities to the area (The requested zoning should not conflict with existing and proposed schools. The adequacy of public facilities and utilities to serve the property is evaluated by each provider at the platting and permitting stages.);
§ How other areas designated for similar development will be affected (The proposed zoning would add to the inventory of C-1B zoning in the vicinity.);
§ Any other factors that will substantially affect the public health, safety, morals, or general welfare (There should be no other factors that will substantially affect the public health, safety, morals, or general welfare. Drainage, utilities and traffic impact will be reviewed and addressed through the platting and permitting processes.); and
§ Whether the request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan (The subject property is located in the Hoffmann Lane Sub Area, within a Transitional Mixed-Use Corridor and near an existing Market Center and future Outdoor Recreation Center.)
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
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City Plan/Council Priority: Envision New Braunfels |
Action 3.3: Balance commercial centers with stable neighborhoods. |
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Action 5.2: Discourage development in Edwards Aquifer Recharge and contributing zones. Where development in these areas must occur, require that it be environmentally sound using tools such as but not limited to low impact development (LID). |
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
Recommendation
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
This request is a continuation of rezoning approved in August. The subject property is adjacent to Westpointe, an existing market center with a mix of commercial uses and residential types. New commercial development at the subject location will provide services walkable from the Westpointe node, as well as drivable from the stable residential areas across Loop 337 and down Oak Run Parkway. While the site is over the recharge zone, TCEQ will review new development proposals. C-1B is consistent with the Transitional Mixed-Use Corridor and with existing zoning, Centers, and development in the area. Therefore, staff recommends approval.
Notification:
Public hearing notices were sent to 2 owners of property within 200 feet of the request. The City has received one response in favor (#1) and none in objection.
Attachments:
1. Aerial Map
2. Land Use Maps (Zoning, Existing Land Use, Future Land Use Plan)
3. Notification Map and List
4. Sec. 3.4-13 C-1B