AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Ordinance 2016-19, on the second of two readings, approving an amendment to the Preferred Scenario Map of the City's Comprehensive Plan to change the land use designation for a 6.4 acre tract, more or less, out of the J.M. Veramendi Survey, Abstract 17, located at the northwest corner of Wonder World Drive and Hunter Road from an Area of Stability and Open Space to an Employment Center, while retaining the existing Open Space designation for a portion of said property; and including procedural provisions; and consider approval of Ordinance 2016-19, on the first of two readings.
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Meeting date: August 2, 2016 - 1st Reading
September 20, 2016 - 2nd Reading
Department: Planning and Development Services
Funds Required: N/A
Account Number: N/A
Funds Available: N/A
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CITY COUNCIL GOAL: N/A
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ELEMENT(s): Land Use, Goal 1
BACKGROUND:
Based on the site's location across the street from a Medium Intensity Zone and at the intersection of two arterials, Wonder World Drive and Hunter Road, the property is a logical location to consider for higher intensity development. Following a review of Vision San Marcos, specifically reviewing the Land Use Suitability Map, staff finds that the current request for a change in intensity at this location as submitted by the applicant is not entirely consistent with the intent of the Environment and Resource Protection section. All figures used to review this case are attached.
Staff has concerns with the results of the Land Use Suitability Map. The property's location in the Purgatory Creek Watershed, the presence of erosive soils, and the possible presence of archeological findings throughout the site give the property a score of 5 - Most Constrained. Access to the site is another concern to staff as it may be limited to Hunter Road. Discussions with the applicant, Texas Department of Transportation and the City regarding access are ongoi...
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