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Consider and take action on Ordinance No. 2017-22 amending the Future Land Use Plan component of the City of League City’s Comprehensive Plan - Second Reading (Director of Planning and Development)
Council approved first reading 7-0-0 with one absent on August 22, 2017.
Background:
Timeline:
May 2011 - “Comprehensive Plan 2035” adopted by City Council.
June 2013 - Ordinance updating the City of League City Comprehensive Plan, including the Future Land Use Plan, adopted by City Council.
June 1, 2017 - Initial meeting between City staff and consultant regarding process.
June 19, 2017 - Workshop with Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) to receive comments/concerns.
July 31, 2017 -The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on an amendment to FLUP and recommended approval 6-0-0, with two members absent.
August 22, 2017 - City Council conducted a public hearing on amending FLUP via ordinance and recommended approval 7-0-0 with one member absent.
September 12, 2017 -City Council to consider item on 2nd (final) reading.
Summary:
The Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) is a component of the City’s “Comprehensive Plan 2035” and was last amended in 2013. The FLUP serves as a guide regarding appropriate locations for open space, housing, offices, retail, and business/industry within the community. While not a regulatory document, the FLUP serves an important function in assisting local decision-makers in the proactive management of the City’s ongoing development and redevelopment activities.
The City recently initiated amendments to its Water/Wastewater Master Plan and its Mobility Master Plan. To better facilitate these amendments, the City also initiated an update to the FLUP to more accurately reflect existing and future development patterns. The proposed amendments include significant input from the business community via the Chamber of Commerce and the associated Economic Development Task Force, a joint partnership with the City.
The City’s consul...
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