To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Katasha Smithers, Planner
Subject:
Title
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for Las Palapas to occupy a 4,065 square-foot restaurant with drive-thru, situated on a 1.16-acre tract of land, located on the north side of Keller Parkway (FM 1709), approximately 250 feet northwest of the intersection of Cindy Street and Keller Parkway, being Lot 1, Block A, Southwest LTC Addition, zoned Retail (R), located at 455 Keller Parkway. Crista Hubbard, owner. Michael Twitchell, L.P., applicant. (SUP-21-0022)
Background:
• Las Palapas was approved on January 5, 2021, to occupy the site. However, the Owner is requesting an SUP to reflect the new ownership change.
Hours of Operation:
Sunday through 6AM to 10PM
Friday through Saturday 6AM to 12AM
Employees:
The maximum number of employees per shift will average around 15.
Economic Impact:
Las Palapas applied for an Economic Development Incentive (Chapter 380 Agreement), so a more in-depth economic impact analysis was completed on the project in June 2021. The estimated annual revenue from property tax, sales tax, and mixed beverage tax is $105,000. The incentive request was recommended for approval by the Keller Economic Development Board on June 21, 2021 and approved by City Council on July 6, 2021.
Summary:
Section 8.02 (F)(2) of the UDC states that when considering a SUP request, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council shall consider the following factors:
1) The use is harmonious and compatible with surrounding existing uses or proposed uses;
2) The activities requested by the applicant are normally associated with the permitted uses in the base district;
3) The nature of the use is reasonable and appropriate in the immediate area;
4) Any negative impact on the surrounding area has been mitigated; and
5) That any additional conditions specified ensure that the intent of the district purposes are being upheld.
Citizen Input:
On June 24, 2021, the City mailed out 54 Letters of Notification for this Public Hearing to all property owners within three-hundred feet (300’) of the subject site. A public hearing notice sign was posted on the site on July 1, 2021.
As of July 8, 2021, Staff has not received any comments either in support or opposition from the public.
Alternatives:
The Planning and Zoning Commission has the following options when considering a Specific Use Permit:
§ Recommend approval as submitted.
§ Recommend approval with modified or additional condition(s).
§ Table the agenda item to a specific date with clarification of intent and purpose.
§ Recommend denial.
City Council Action:
If the Planning and Zoning Commission takes action and makes a recommendation on this agenda item, then this Specific Use Permit application will be scheduled for City Council action on August 3, 2021
Supporting Documents:
§ Aerial and Zoning Maps
§ Staff Attachment A - Application and Information