AGENDA CAPTION:
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CUP-16-36 (Foxtail Self-Storage) Hold a public hearing and consider a request from KLove Engineering on behalf of Harold Hansuch, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the use of mini-warehouse/self-storage at 2425 Hunter Road. (W. Parrish)
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Meeting date: January 10, 2017
Department: Planning and Development Services
Funds Required: NA
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Funds Available: NA
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CITY COUNCIL GOAL: NA
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ELEMENT(s): NA
BACKGROUND:
This request is for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a mini-warehouse/self-storage use within a General Commercial (GC) zoning district. The Land Use Matrix established in Section 4.3.1.2 of the Land Development Code states that mini-warehouse/self-storage is only permitted within the GC district with a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission. A CUP allows the establishment of uses which may be suitable only in certain locations or only when subject to standards and conditions that assure compatibility with adjoining uses.
The subject property is approximately 4 acres located on the southeast corner of the intersection at Hunter Road and South Foxtail Run. This lot is designated as Employment Center on the Preferred Scenario Map and is zoned General Commercial (GC).
Staff has analyzed the request and recommends denial of the Conditional use permit for the following reasons:
• The proposed use of mini-warehouse/self-storage does not meet the intent of the Preferred Scenario designation of Employment Center which the Comprehensive Plan states is intended to encourage:
o Specialized uses such as industry, large office parks, retail malls and commercial recreation; and
o Long-term sustainable employment opportunities.
o Much of the surrounding property is zoned General Commercial, and the day care next door is zoned Community Commercial. Mini-warehouse/self-storage may not be compatible with future uses in this area.
Alternatively, if the Commission chooses to approve the Conditional Use Permit, Staff recommends approval with the following conditions:
(1) The final site plan must not vary substantially from the provided site plan except as stated below;
(2) All easements shall remain free from obstruction except as permitted by the Land Development Code;
(3) The final site plan shall conform to the Land Development Code tree mitigation and landscape standards;
(4) The final site plan shall include any modifications required by TXDot for a driveway permit and comply with the Land Development Code regarding driveways; and
(5) Sidewalks shall comply with the City of San Marcos standards.
(6) Outdoor storage shall be prohibited.