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02/06/2023 MinutesMINUTES OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS FEBRUARY 06, 2023 The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Paris met for a regular session at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, February 06, 2023, in the City Hall, Council Chambers, 107 East Kaufman, Paris, Texas. Present: Board Members: Francine Neeley, Chance Abbott, Michael Mosher, Clifton Fendley Austin Anthony, Tylesha Ross -Mosley, Sims Norment City Representatives: Andrew Mack, Triniti Frazier, Robert Vine, Clyde Crews, Mayor Paula Portugal Absent: Board Members:. N/A Call meeting to order. Chairman Clifton Fendley called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. Citizens' Forum. Ray Pierson, 1975 E Cherry Street, spoke in regards to the drainage issues that impacts several parcels and asks that the City restrict permits until issues resolved. 3. Approve minutes from the meeting of January 03, 2023, A Motion to approve this item was made by Board Member Austin Anthony and seconded by Board Member Chance Abbott. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. 4. Discuss and act on the petition of Chad Stephens on behalf of Kenda Taylor for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Commercial (C) in Jefferson Heights, Block A, Lot 1 and Lot 22, located in the 3800 Block of SE Loop 286 and part of 3755 Jefferson Rd. (0.202 acre)- LCAD 12424 and 22151. Mack states this intersection is well situated for new commercial development. The purchaser is aware of the additional measures that will be required to adequently screen and buffer the differing adjoining land uses. During the public hearing, Chad Stephens and David Taylor spoke in favor of the petition. Judith Malone spoke in opposition citing concerns regarding the water abatement plan across the southern part of the city. A Motion to approve this item was made by Board Member Sims Norment and seconded by Board Member Austin Anthony. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting February 06, 2023 Page 2 Discuss and act on the petition of Chad Stephens on behalf of Kenda Taylor for a zoning change from a One -Family Dwelling District No. 2 (SF -2) to a Commercial District (C) in Jefferson Heights, Block A, part of Lot 1 (0.202 acre), located at 3755 Jefferson Rd- LCAD 12434. Mack states that a surveyed legal description was submitted for this request to split off the rear portion of the residential property to be re -platted with the larger 5 acre tract along Loop 286. A contractor business is planned for this site. Mack recommends approval for the rezoning from SF -2 to Commercial. A Motion to approve this item was made by Board Member Chance Abbott and seconded by Board Member Sims Norment. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. 6. Discuss and act on the petition of Chad Stephens on behalf of Kenda Taylor for a zoning change from a General Retail District (GR) to a Commercial District (C) in Jefferson Heights, Block A, Lot 22, located in the 3800 Block of SE Loop 286- LCAD 22151. Mack states this is the same presentation and is recommending approval for the rezoning from General Retail to Commercial. A Motion to approve this item was made by Board Member Austin Anthony and seconded by Board Member Tylesha Ross -Mosley. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. 7. Discuss and act on the petition of Bailey Asay on behalf of Creative RE Investments LLC for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential (LDR) to Medium Density Residential (MDR) in the PJ Willis & Bros. Addition, Block A, Lots 6 & 7B, located at 1307 E Polk Street- LCAD 20734. Mack states the ability to provide for more medium to high density housing in this portion of the City is very important. This site is appropriate for medium density land uses based upon the surrounding uses of land to the West which are duplexes. Mack recommends approval of the requested change. A Motion to approve this item was made by Board Member Tylesha Ross -Mosley and seconded by Board Member Sims Norment. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. 8. Discuss and act on the petition of Bailey Asay on behalf of Creative RE Investments LLC for a zoning change from a Two -Family Dwelling District (2F) to a Multiple -Family Dwelling District No. 1 (MF -1) in the PJ Willis & Bros. Addition, Block A, Lots 6 & 7B, located at 1307 E Polk Street- LCAD 20734. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting February 06, 2023 Page 3 Mack states there a plans to develop this site for three duplex housing units. The change in zoning will be consistent with the previous FLUM amendment and further the City's goal for construction of new infill development. Mack recommends approval for rezoning. During the public hearing, Ray Pierce asked if the City arborist had approved permits for the tree removal at this site. A Motion to approve this item was made by Board Member Austin Anthony and seconded by Board Member Sims Norment. Motion carried, 7 ayes ®- 0 nays. 9. Discuss and act on the petition of P -Town Property Holdings LLC for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential (MDR) in the City of Paris, Block 258-A, Lot 2A, located at 410 NE 20th Street- LCAD 18256. Mack states medium density land uses at the intersection of arterial and collector roadways serve as transitional land use buffers to a busy street intersection. This development is planned as a 5 -in -5 infill housing development. Mack recommends approval of the amendment. During the public hearing citizens Judith Malone, Paula Portugal, Reeves Hayter, Brandon Del Torro, Ray Pierce, and Ryan Richardson all cited concerns about drainage problems that have been overwhelming for many years. Mack advised the storm water plan will be reviewed carefully to make sure it is not increased. Tim Risinger and Bailey Asay, owner/applicants state they will assure that drainage will be addressed. A Motion to approve this item was made by Board Member Chance Abbott and seconded by Board Member Sims Norment. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. 10. Discuss and act on the petition P -Town Property Holdings LLC for a zoning change from a One -Family Dwelling District No. 2 (SF -2) to a Multiple -Family Dwelling District No. 1 (MF -1) in the City of Paris, Block 258-A, Lot 2A, located at 410 NE 20th Street- LCAD 18256. Mack states the plans are to develop the site for duplex housing. The existing house on the site will be demolished. This development will further the City's goals for construction of new 5 -in -5 infill housing. Input was received from two citizens that utilized our online request tracker through MyGov with concerns regarding downstream flooding to Lamar Ave. The area south of this subject property is within the floodplain. Mack further states the City's engineering staff will evaluate the drainage and address mitigation plans. Mack recommends approval for the rezoning. A Motion to approve this item was made by Board Member Sims Norment and seconded by Board Member Michael Mosher. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting February 06, 2023 Page 4 11. Establish a Planning & Zoning sub -committee for the Paris Development Code and appoint two members. Board Members Michael Mosher and Francine Neeley volunteered for appointment. Mack states the meeting will potentially be held, Thursday, March 02, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. 12. Request items for future agendas. No request were made at this time. 13. Adjournment. There being no further business, A Motion to adjourn was made by Board Member Clifton Fendley and seconded by Board Member Michael Mosher. Motion carried, 7 ayes — 0 nays. The meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m.