During the City Council meeting on November 21, 2017, prior to the vote of First Reading, a member of Council asked about the rezoning in relation to certain sensitive land uses that are allowed by zoning in the Restricted Industrial (M-1) District. Staff agreed to follow up on the matter directly, and since that time, further research has occurred and staff has met with the Councilmember. Staff has confirmed that the 3.5 acre property falls under the jurisdiction of the Sugar Land Business Park Association and all private recorded restrictions, which prohibit certain sensitive land uses. In addition, any changes to private recorded restrictions, known formally as Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CCR’s), would require specific voting provisions from the Association. Staff continues to support the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation of approval for the rezoning to M-1 based on overall compatibility and character of the area, which is also reinforced by the presence of an active property owners association.
This is a request for rezoning of 3.50 acres from Business Office (B-O) to Restricted Industrial (M-1). The vacant property is located along the west side of Dairy Ashford Road and south of Corporate Drive. The subject area consists of one parcel totaling 3.50 acres and is currently undeveloped. The proposed zone change to M-1 will be a continuation of, and consistent with, the existing M-1 zoning district to the north, and across Dairy Ashford Road to the east. The M-1 zoning district permits a variety of uses by right, ranging from wholesale trade of durable and non-durable goods to office uses. Certain manufacturing land uses require a Conditional Use Permit in the M-1 District.
The assessment of the proposed Restricted Industrial zoning is that it appears compatible with the area, and it is not in conflict with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Additional information is included in the attached staff report materials. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and discussion on the proposed rezoning on October 10, 2017. The applicant and the property owner were both present, but did not make any statements. There were no speakers at the public hearing. The Commission concluded that the project appeared reasonable and compatible, and indicated to staff that there were no concerns to prevent moving forward with consideration and action at a subsequent meeting. The Commission unanimously recommended approval during the October 26, 2017 P&Z meeting.
CC: Gary Barrows, gbarrows33@gmail.com;
Ray Patel, ray502piedmont@yahoo.com
Planning Case No.: 17-21000001