Title
Hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending Section 125-7.9.3, entitled "Pruning Corner Clearance" of Chapter 125, entitled "Unified Development Code" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of League City, to update various regulations related to platting authority and tree clearance above sidewalks (Director of Planning)
Background:
Project Timeline:
August 19, 2024 - Public notice was posted of the proposed ordinance amendments in the Galveston Daily News and at City Hall.
September 9, 2024 - The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval, 7-0-0, to City Council.
September 24, 2024 - The City Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing and hear the proposed ordinance on first reading.
October 8, 2024 - The City Council will consider the request on second reading.
Project Summary:
A public hearing is required to consider the proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Code.
The proposed ordinance amendments aim reduce the burden of tree maintenance over sidewalks for property owners within League City. A summary of the proposed change is listed below.
Proposed Changes to the Allowable Height of Trees Above Sidewalks
The current regulations require tree branches or limbs to be at least 15 feet above both streets and sidewalks. The proposed amendment seeks to maintain the 15-foot clearance above streets but reduce the required clearance above sidewalks to 8 feet.
On September 9, 2024, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed text amendments, 7-0-0 with one member absent.
Attachments:
1. Planning and Zoning Commission Staff Report
2. Excerpt Minutes from the September 9, 2024, P&Z Commission Meeting
3. Proposed Ordinance (Redline)
3. Proposed Ordinance (Clean)
Origination:
Planning Department
Applicant: City of League City
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