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MINUTES
CITY OF THE COLONY
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
APRIL 14, 2009
After determining that a quorum was present, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
The Colony, Texas convened into regular session which was held on Tuesday April 14, 2009 at
6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located in City Hall, 6800 Main Street, The Colony, Texas,
at which time the following items were addressed:
Commissioners Present: Karen Hames; Chairperson; Deville Hubbard; Eddie McCormick; Debbie
Morrison; Helene Parker David Terre; and Brian Wade.
Staff Present: Wes Morrison; City Planner; and Tracey Sherman; Administrative Assistant.
1.0 CALL REGULAR SESSION TO ORDER
1.1 Citizen Input
No citizen input received.
2.0 CONSENT AGENDA
2.1 Consider approval of the minutes of the March 24, 2009 Regular Session.
It was moved by Commissioner Terre to approve the Consent Agenda, seconded by Commissioner
Wade and unanimously carried (6-0). Commissioner Morrison abstained.
3.0 WORKSESSION
3.1 Discuss the progress made in drafting the Development Code and review the schedule
for the remainder of the draft.(SI06-0021, Zoning Ordinance Rewrite)
Chairperson Hames opened the work session.
Mr. Morrison presented the staff report, which included an update on the development of the
Development Code.
Commissioner Terre asked if automotive garages located within the FM 423 widening zone move
to another location. Mr. Morrison stated a new use on any property must comply with the
regulations that exist at the time a Certificate of Occupancy application is filed with the City.
Commissioner Hubbard asked if the off premise signs located in the FM 423 right-of-way would go
away with the FM 423 widening. Mr. Morrison stated most likely, unless the owner of the sign has
an agreement with TX DOT.
Chairperson Hames asked if the area where power lines run would be considered natural open
space. Mr. Morrison stated possibly and reminded the Commission they had recommended staff to
create a zoning district for public or open spaces in order to accommodate public uses within the
City.
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Chairperson Hames made a recommendation to staff to take a look at rewording the language _
regarding the housing mix goals of the Comprehensive Plan.
Commissioner Parker asked where the manifest intent would be found in Section 1.5, Conflicting
Provisions. Mr. Morrison stated he would consult with the City Attorney regarding the wording.
Chairperson Hames ask for an explanation of what prejudice meant in Article 2. Section 2.2 (4).
Mr. Morrison stated if there was an item brought forth that the City Council did not want they could
make it difficult for the applicant to bring the project back or just deny it.
Chairperson Hames made a recommendation to staff to make the requirements for all boards
consistent.
Commissioner Hubbard asked if once a Certificate of Occupancy is filed, how often it is checked
for accuracy. Mr. Morrison stated the application is reviewed initially and the Fire Marshall checks
for any changes during his annual inspections.
Meeting adjourned at 7:25 PM.
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Karen Hames, Chairperson
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Tracey She n, Recording Secretary