Planning & Zoning Commission

PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Jimmy Peacock, Chairman Connie Coots, Vice Chairman Gary Sims, Member Steve Tercero, Member Melissa Prieto, Member Gerardo Arzate, Member Bill Cleaver Jr., Member Angie King, Alternate Member PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES City Hall, 411 W. 8th St. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – FIFTH FLOOR March 20, 2025 1:30 P.M. OPENING ITEMS I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance Honor the Texas Flag, I pledge allegiance to thee; Texas one State under God, one and indivisible. III. CONSENT ITEMS 1. Motion to Approve the Planning & Zoning Meeting minutes for March 06, 2025. 2. CASE FILE NO. 2025-02-P (ETJ) Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions for a proposed preliminary plat of Robles Subdivision, a subdivision of 4.81 acres, in Section 10, Block 43, T-2-S, T&P RY Company Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the north side of Meadow Park Ln, approximately 3,000 feet west of Westfork Dr – Extraterritorial Jurisdiction) IV. PUBLIC HEARING 3. CASE FILE NO. 2025-03-Z Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by S31B42LLC for a zone change from FD, Future Development District, to LI, Light Industrial District, on a 41.44-acre tract, situated in the southeast quarter of Section 31, Block 42, Township 2 South, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the east side of SW Loop 338, approximately 100-feet south of W Murphy Street – Council District 5) 4. CASE FILE NO. 2025-05-Z Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by Leeco Energy & Investments, Inc., for a zone change from SPD-DR, Special Dwelling District – Drilling Reservation, to SPD, Special Dwelling District, on a 4.88-acre tract of land located in Section 2, Block 42, T-2-S, T&P RR CO. Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Bose Dr and N Grandview Ave – Council District 4)  V. MISCELLANEOUS 5. CASE FILE NO. 2025-13-P Consider approval of the Road Dedication Plat of Midway Boulevard and Mission Drive, being a 21.98-acre tract located in Sections 11 & 12, Block 41, T-2-S, T&P RR CO. Survey, City of Odessa, Midland County, Texas. (Generally located on the north side of W C R 122, approximately 1,175-feet west of S C R 1295 – Council District 2 and Extraterritorial Jurisdiction) 6. CASE FILE NO. 2025-14-P Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions for a proposed preliminary plat of S31B42 LLC Addition, being a plat of a 41.44-acre tract, situated in the southeast quarter of Section 31, Block 42, Township 2 South, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the east side of SW Loop 338, approximately 100-feet south of W Murphy Street – Council District 5) 7. CASE FILE NO. 2025-15-P Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions for a proposed preliminary plat of Desert Ridge 2nd Filing, Phase 9, being a 4.01-acre tract located in Section 2, Block 42, T-2-S, T&P RR. CO. Survey, Odessa, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the southeast corner of the intersection of E. 61st Street and Bluebell Drive – Council District 4) 8. CASE FILE NO. 2025-17-P Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions Replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Kinzy Addition, being a 0.379-acre tract, located within Section 26, Block 42, T-2-S, T.&P. RY. CO. Survey, City of Odessa, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Electric Street and Wabash Avenue – Council District 1) 9. CASE FILE NO. 2025-18-P Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions the replat Desert Ridge 2nd Filing, Phase 10, being a replat of Lot 51, Block 3, Desert Ridge, 5th Filing, located in Section 2, Block 42, Described in Cabinet C, Page 88D, Ector County Plat records. (Generally located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Boise Dr and Grandview Ave – Council District 41) 10. CASE FILE NO. 2025-19-P Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions the replat Parks Bell Ranch North, 10th Filing, being a replat of Lot 12, Block 4, Parks Bell Ranch North, 2nd Filing, as described in Cabinet C, pages 62-C of the Ector County Plat Records. (Generally located on southeast corner of the intersection of King Ranch Road and E Circle Cross Road – Council District 2) 11. CASE FILE NO. 2025-20-P (ETJ) Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions Replat of Lot 14, Block 18, Westland Subdivision, 2nd Filing, a subdivision of 4.13 acres, in Section 17, Block 43, T-2-S, T & P RY Company Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the southwest corner of the intersection of W. Bradley Drive and N. Eagles Nest – Extraterritorial Jurisdiction) ADJOURN Be it said and remembered that at 1:30 p.m. on the 6th day of March 2025, there came on and was held a Planning & Zoning meeting in the Council Chambers, 5th Floor, 411 W. 8th St., Odessa, Texas. MEMBERS PRESENT: Jimmy Peacock , Chairman Connie Coots, Vice Chairman Steve Tercero, Member Melissa Prieto, Member Billy Cleaver Jr., Member Gary Sims, Member MEMBERS ABSENT: Gerardo Arzate, Member OTHERS PRESENT: Maria Prieto, Planning Manager; Jeff Fisher, Strategic Manager and Policy Manager; Elizabeth Prieto, Special Projects Coordinator; James Reber, Senior Planner; Erik Reyes, Planner; Cheynna Torres, Planning Technician; Joe Tucker, Director of Public Works; Joseph Mancini, Assistant City Engineer; Dan Jones, City Attorney; Aaron Smith, Assistant City Manager The minutes of the March 6, 2025, Planning and Zoning Commission meet were approved, motion for approval being made by Commissioner Connie Coots, seconded by Commissioner Melissa Prieto, with the vote being a unanimous “aye”.  Planning and Zoning Approved for Agenda: Commission Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE FILE #: 2025-02-P (ETJ) SUBJECT: Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions for a final plat of Robles Addition, a subdivision of 4.81 acres, in Section 10, Block 43, T-2-S, T & P RY Company Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the north side of Meadow Park Ln, approximately 3,000 feet west of Westfork Dr – Extraterritorial Jurisdiction) Chairman, Jimmy Peacock, states this is a consent item for members from the board to vote upon, regarding Final Plat. Motion was made by Member Gary Sims; Seconded by Member Connie Coots The Motion was approved by the following votes: 6-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Steve Tercero, Gary Sims, Melissa Prieto, Gerardo Arzate NAY: NONE  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE FILE #: 2025-03-Z SUBJECT: Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by S31B42LLC for a zone change from FD, Future Development District, to LI, Light Industrial District, on a 41.44 acre tract, situated in the southeast quarter of Section 31, Block 42, Township 2 South, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the east side of SW Loop 338, approximately 100-feet south of W Murphy Street – Council District 5) Maria Prieto Presents: 4 sent items o returned/ protest or approved The applicant, S31B42 LLC, is requesting a zone change from FD, Future Development District, to LI, Light Industrial District on a 41.44-acre tract, situated in the southeast quarter of Section 31, Block 42, Township 2 South, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Survey, Ector County, Texas. The property involved in this request is located on the east side of SW Loop 338, approximately 100-feet south of W Murphy Street. The site is currently designated FD, Future Development District, and is vacant and undeveloped. The applicant and owner, S31B42 LLC, is seeking a zone change for the future proposal of light industrial development in the area. Comprehensiveness: This request is not out of line with the City of Odessa’s Comprehensive Plan. The property is located near to LI, Light Industrial Zoning Districts. Livability: The proposed zoning would not have a negative impact on this site or surrounding properties. The property presented in this request is located away from residential development and is in an area that is largely industrial. Reasonableness: The proposed zoning district will be encircled by existing industrial development and will facilitate a compatible development to the existing land uses in the area. Based upon the preceding analysis, staff recommends approval of the request, subject to conditions A. Staff is available for questions. Chairman Jimmy Peacock invited members of the audience to approach the podium, state their name and address, and speak either in support of or in opposition to the case. With no one coming forward, the Chairman closed the public comment portion of the meeting and directed the matter to the members for motion or discussion. Motion was made by Member Melissa Prieto; Seconded by Member Steve Tercero The Motion was approved by the following votes: 5-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Steve Tercero, Melissa Prieto, Billy Cleaver Jr. NAY: NONE  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE FILE #: 2025-05-Z SUBJECT: Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by Leeco Energy & Investments, Inc., for a zone change from SPD-DR, Special Dwelling District – Drilling Reservation, to SPD, Special Dwelling District, on a 4.88 acre tract of land located in Section 2, Block 42, T-2-S, T&P RR CO. Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Boise Dr and N Grandview Ave – Council District 4) Maria Prieto presents: 9 sent 0 approved/ protest/ returned The applicant, Leeco Energy & Investments, Inc., is requesting a zone change from SPD-DR, Special Dwelling District – Drill Reservation, to a SPD, Special Dwelling District, on a 4.88 acre tract of land located in Section 2, Block 42, T-2-S, T&P RR CO. Survey, Ector County, Texas. The property involved in this request is located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Boise Dr and N Grandview Ave. The site is currently designated SPD-DR, Special Dwelling District – Drilling Reservation, and is currently vacant and undeveloped. The applicant, Leeco Energy & Investments, Inc, with LCA, agent, is seeking a zone change for the purpose of creating residential development in the area. Using the City’s identified priorities contained in the City of Odessa’s Comprehensive Plan to evaluate zoning amendments the following comments are offered: Comprehensiveness: This request is not out of line with the City of Odessa’s Comprehensive Plan. The property is located near to lots allowing for similar uses. Livability: The proposed zoning would not have a negative impact on this site or surrounding properties. The proposed residential development is not out of line with development in the area. Reasonableness: The proposed zoning district will facilitate a reasonable transition between land uses of varying intensities and would not create a conflict to the existing land uses in the area. Based upon the preceding analysis, Staff recommends approval of the request, subject to conditions A and B. Staff is available for questions. Staff's comment was the submittal of the release agreement was provided as legal approved of the documents. Chairman Jimmy Peacock invited members of the audience to approach the podium, state their name and address, and speak either in support of or in opposition to the case. Brandon, from the address at 5803, stated that the property extension belongs to the residents already maintaining it. The map shows this extension at the property's edge. Staff confirmed they are updating the zoning, as part of the site was still classified as DR (Drill Reservation). With release forms provided, the zoning will be corrected to Single Family, excluding the Drill Reservation. This change does not affect other individuals. Two additional neighbors shared similar comments, and staff clarified the situation on two separate occasions. No further negative feedback was received.With no one else coming forward, the Chairman closed the public comment portion of the meeting and directed the matter to the members for motion or discussion. Motion was made by Member Connie Coots; Seconded by Member Steve Tercero The Motion was approved by the following votes: 5-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Steve Tercero, Billy Cleaver Jr., Melissa Prieto NAY: NONE  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE FILE #: -2025-13-P SUBJECT: Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions for the Road Dedication Plat of Midway Boulevard and Mission Drive, being a 21.98-acre tract located in Sections 11 & 12, Block 41, T-2-S, T&P RR CO. Survey, City of Odessa, Midland County, Texas. (Generally located on the north side of W C R 122, approximately 1,175-feet west of S C R 1295 – Council District 2 and Extraterritorial Jurisdiction) Erik Presents: The applicant and owner, DJK, Inc., with consultant, LCA, is seeking to plat to dedicate Right of Ways for Mission Boulevard, from Deer Meadows 1st Filing to Midway Boulevard (formerly known as New Road 4), and Midway Boulevard, from Yukon Road right of way to County Road 122 West right of way (known as Bankhead Highway). This request has been routed to all departments for internal review, staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat of Midway Boulevard and Mission Drive, subject to condition A - D. Chairman Jimmy Peacock turns to the commission for discussion. as LCA makes a statement to amend condition B, "Preliminary Plat of.."he then turns to the members for a motion. Motion was made by Member Billy Cleaver Jr to amend B; Seconded by Member Melissa Prieto The Motion was approved by the following votes: 5-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Billy Cleaver Jr., Steve Tercero, Melissa Prieto, NAY: NONE  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE FILE #: -2025-14-P SUBJECT: Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions for a proposed preliminary plat of S31B42 LLC Addition, being a plat of a 41.44-acre tract, situated in the southeast quarter of Section 31, Block 42, Township 2 South, Texas and Pacific Railway Company Survey, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the east side of SW Loop 338, approximately 100-feet south of W Murphy Street –Council District 5) James Reber Presents: The applicant and owner, S31B42 LLC, with consultant, Maverick Engineering, is seeking to plat to create thirteen (14) lots for industrial development purposes. The proposed development will include a well site and a retention. This request has been routed to all respective departments for internal review. The comments are below. Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat of S31B42 LLC Addition, subject to condition A – Q. Push back from member Melissa Prieto indicated lots 6 & 5 are going to be difficult getting loans. Motion was made by Member Billy Cleaver Jr ; Seconded by Member Steve Tercero The Motion was approved by the following votes: 4-1 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Billy Cleaver Jr., Steve Tercero NAY: Melissa Prieto  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE FILE #: -2025-15-P SUBJECT: Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions for a proposed preliminary plat of Desert Ridge 2nd Filing, Phase 9, being a 4.01-acre tract located in Section 2, Block 42, T-2-S, T&P RR. CO. Survey, Odessa, Ector County, Texas. (Generally located on the southeast corner of the intersection of E. 61st Street and Bluebell Drive – Council District 4) Erik Reyes Presents: The applicant and owner, Leeco Energy & Investments, with consultant, LCA, is seeking to plat to create 23 lots for future residential development. This request has been routed to all respective departments for internal review. The comments are below. Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat of Desert Ridge 2nd Filing, Phase 9, subject to condition A -F. Motion was made by Member Connie Coots ; Seconded by Member Melissa Prieto The Motion was approved by the following votes: 5-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Billy Cleaver Jr., Steve Tercero, Melissa Prieto NAY: none  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CASE FILE #: 2025-17-P SUBJECT: Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions Replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Kinzy Addition, being a 0.379-acre tract, located within Section 26, Block 42, T-2-S, T.&P. RY. CO. Survey, City of Odessa, Ector County, Texas.(Generally located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Electric Street and Wabash Avenue –Council District 1) James Reber Presents: The applicant and owner, LT Hunter Properties, LLC, with consultant, Piper Surveying Co., Inc., is seeking to Replat one (1) lot into three (3) lots for residential development. This request has been routed to all respective departments for internal review. The comments are below. Staff recommends approval of the Replat of Lot 1 Block 1, Kinzy Addition, subject to condition A-E. Chairman Jimmy Peacock turns to the commission for discussion. Hearining none, he turns to the member for motion; Motion was made by member Melissa Prieto; Seconded by member Billy Cleaver Jr. The motion was approved by the following votes: 5-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock,Connie Coots, Steve Tercero, Melissa Prieto NAY: None  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FROM: Maria Prieto, Planning Manager CASE FILE #: -2025-18-P SUBJECT: Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions the replat Desert Ridge 2nd Filing, Phase 10, being a replat of Lot 51, Block 3, Desert Ridge, 5th Filing, located in Section 2, Block 42, Described in Cabinet C, Page 88D, Ector County Plat records. (Generally located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Boise Dr and Grandview Ave – Council District 4) Erik Reyes Presents: The applicant and owner, Leeco Energy & Investments, Inc., LLC, with consultant, LCA, is seeking to replat to create 21 lots for ownership purposes. This request has been routed to all respective departments for internal review. The comments are below. Staff recommends approval of Desert Ridge 2nd Filing, Phase 10, subject to condition A-F. Neighbor push back, regarding the increase of traffic off Grandview Ave. into their neighborhood. (members read comments from surrounding owners who walked in and dropped off) Chairman mentioning of protest, then turns to members for any additional questions, hearing none, ask for motion. Member Billy Cleaver Jr. makes a motion to approve; Seconded by member Connie Coots The motion was approved by the following votes: 5-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Steve Tercero, Melissa Prieto, Billy Cleaver Jr. NAY: None  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 TO: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 2025-19-P CASE FILE #: SUBJECT: Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions the replat Parks Bell Ranch North, 10th Filing, being a replat of Lot 12, Block 4, Parks Bell Ranch North, 2nd Filing, as described in Cabinet C, pages 62-C of the Ector County Plat Records. (Generally located on the southeast corner of the intersection of King Ranch Road and E Circle Cross Road – Council District 2) James Reber Presents: The applicant and owner, 2012 Cross B, with consultant, LCA, is seeking to replat one (1) lot into two (2) lots for ownership purposes.This request has been routed to all respective departments for internal review. The comments are below and staff recommend the approval of the Replat Parks Bell Ranch North, 10th Filing, subject to condition A-G. (LCA approached podium to remove condition B: General legal description should be "Being a 2.2 Acre Tract of land located in Parks Bell Ranch North, 2nd Filing, Lot 2, Block 4, City of Odessa, Ector County, Texas to reflect as Replat of...) Director of Public Works, Joe Tucker, approached the podium with no issues removing the comment B from the conditions. Member Steve Tercero approves to amend the removal of condition B; Seconded by member Connie Coots The motion was approved by the following votes: 5-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Steve Tercero, Melissa Prieto, Billy Cleaver Jr. NAY: None  Planning and Zoning Commission Approved for Agenda: Elizabeth Shaughnessy MEETING DATE: March 20, 2025 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO: CASE FILE #: -2025-20-P (ETJ) SUBJECT: Motion approving with staff’s recommended conditions Replat of Lot 14, Block 18, Westland Subdivision, 2nd Filing, a subdivision of 4.13 acres, in Section 17, Block 43, T-2-S, T & P RY Company Survey, Ector County, Texas.(Generally located on the southwest corner of the intersection of W. Bradley Drive and N. Eagles Nest –Extraterritorial Jurisdiction) James Reber Presents: The applicant and owner, Felix Rodriguez, with consultant, S.W. Howell Inc, is seeking to replat one (1) lot into five (5) lots for ownership purposes. This request has been routed to all respective departments for internal review. The comments are below and staff recommends the approval of Replat of Lot 14, Block 18, Westland Subdivision, 2nd Filing subject to condition A-E. Chairman Jimmy Peacock turns to the commission for discussion or motion. Member Connie Coots makes a motion to approve; Seconded by member Steve Tercero Motion was approved by the following votes: 5-0 AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Steve Tercero, Melissa Prieto, Billy Cleaver Jr. NAY: None Chairman turns to commission for motion to adjourn Member Connie Coots makes a motion to adjourn; Seconded by member Steve Tercero AYE: Jimmy Peacock, Connie Coots, Melissa Prieto, Steve Tercero, Billy Cleaver Jr. NAY: None Motion pass with the following votes: 5-0 There being no further business to come before the commission, the meeting was adjourn at 2:10 p.m. Cheynna Torres, Planning Technician, placed the minutes in the Minute book on March 24, 2025.