| PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING: 06/03/2026 Agenda Item 6 B |
| TO: | Planning and Zoning Commission |
| PREPARED BY: | Brandon Elliott, Planner |
| CASE: | PLPP20260120 Preliminary Plat |
| SUBJECT: | PLPP20260120 - Consider and act upon a request for approval of a Preliminary Plat of the Wood Subdivision, approximately 2.7 acres of land, known as 7530 FM 482, more specifically known as Comal County Property Identification Number 75337, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas. |
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Owner: David Wood and Jacqueline Wood
Applicant: Fae Hunter, Stephen G Cook Engineering
Applicant: Fae Hunter, Stephen G Cook Engineering
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL DATE:
| Date: | Application Submittal Type: |
| May 13, 2026 | Preliminary Plat Application |
ITEM SUMMARY:
The applicant is proposing to preliminary plat approximately 2.7 acres of land to establish one (1) buildable lot, identified as Lot 1, Block 1. The subject property is currently zoned Manufacturing (Light) District (M-1).
There is an existing residence on the property, and no change in use is being proposed by the applicant. Any additional developments must adhere to the design requirements as dictated by the Unified Development Code.
Table 21.5.7.B Dimensional Requirements Non-Residential Zoning Districts
There is an existing residence on the property, and no change in use is being proposed by the applicant. Any additional developments must adhere to the design requirements as dictated by the Unified Development Code.
Table 21.5.7.B Dimensional Requirements Non-Residential Zoning Districts
| Minimum Lot Size And Dimensions | Minimum Yard Setback (Ft.) | Miscellaneous Lot Requirements | |||||||||
| Code | Zoning District | Area sq. ft. | Width | Depth | Front Setback | Rear Adj. Non-Res Zone | Rear Setback Adj. Res Zone | Side Setback Adj. Non-Res Zone | Side Setback Adj. Res Zone | Max Height (ft.) | Imp. Coverage |
| M-1 | Manufacturing (Light) District | 10,000 | 100 | 100 | 25 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 25 | 120 | 80% |
GENERAL LOCATION AND SITE DESCRIPTION:
The property is currently used as a residence located at 7530 FM 482, otherwise generally located northwest of the intersection of FM 482 and Hubertus Road.
ACCESS AND CIRCULATION:
The property is located along FM 482 and has existing access. The applicant has dedicated 15-feet of right-of-way along FM 482 and is providing a 24-foot Access Easement across their property.
TREE MITIGATION AND PRESERVATION:
The applicant will be responsible for complying with Unified Development Code (UDC), Section 21.9.9 Tree Preservation and Mitigation. At this time the applicant has indicated no intention of removing trees.
PUBLIC SERVICES:
The proposed Wood Subdivision will be serviced by Green Valley SUD for water. The property is within the City of Schertz Sewer CCN. The applicant has requested a waiver to not connect to the public sanitary sewer system or extend the public sanitary sewer. There is an existing on-site sewage facility (OSSF) currently being used, and if the waiver is granted, the site will continue to be serviced by that OSSF.
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS:
All public improvements required for this subdivision are required to be installed prior to recording of the final plat per UDC, Section 21.4.15., unless otherwise specified in an approved improvement agreement.
Water: This subdivision currently has water service from Green Valley SUD through a 1.5-inch water line that runs along FM 482.
Sewer: The applicant has provided a waiver request to the requirement to extend public sanitary sewer to serve the proposed Wood Subdivision and to bring the already existing on-site sewer facility (OSSF) into compliance with the UDC. The Engineering Department has reviewed the waiver request and recommends approval of the waiver with conditions, given that the closest possible sewer connection is approximately 2,506 feet away, and there is no proposed change in use of the existing home. Once public infrastructure has been extended to the area, the subdivision will be required to connect to the sanitary sewer system in accordance with Section 90-78 of the Code of Ordinances. Until that time, per approval of the waiver request, the property will continue to utilize the existing on-site sewer facility (OSSF).
Drainage: The applicant is responsible for all drainage associated with the subject property, and for compliance with Stormwater regulations. A preliminary Stormwater Management Plan has been reviewed and approved by the City Engineer.
Sidewalks, Hike and Bike Trails: No sidewalks or hike and bike trails are required to be constructed by the applicant at this time.
Road Improvements: No road improvements will be required to be completed by the applicant. The applicant is dedicating 15 feet of right-of-way along FM 482. The applicant has submitted the plat to TxDOT for review, and TxDOT stated they have no objection to the proposed plat.
Water: This subdivision currently has water service from Green Valley SUD through a 1.5-inch water line that runs along FM 482.
Sewer: The applicant has provided a waiver request to the requirement to extend public sanitary sewer to serve the proposed Wood Subdivision and to bring the already existing on-site sewer facility (OSSF) into compliance with the UDC. The Engineering Department has reviewed the waiver request and recommends approval of the waiver with conditions, given that the closest possible sewer connection is approximately 2,506 feet away, and there is no proposed change in use of the existing home. Once public infrastructure has been extended to the area, the subdivision will be required to connect to the sanitary sewer system in accordance with Section 90-78 of the Code of Ordinances. Until that time, per approval of the waiver request, the property will continue to utilize the existing on-site sewer facility (OSSF).
Drainage: The applicant is responsible for all drainage associated with the subject property, and for compliance with Stormwater regulations. A preliminary Stormwater Management Plan has been reviewed and approved by the City Engineer.
Sidewalks, Hike and Bike Trails: No sidewalks or hike and bike trails are required to be constructed by the applicant at this time.
Road Improvements: No road improvements will be required to be completed by the applicant. The applicant is dedicating 15 feet of right-of-way along FM 482. The applicant has submitted the plat to TxDOT for review, and TxDOT stated they have no objection to the proposed plat.
STAFF ANALYSIS AND RECOMMENDATION:
The proposed preliminary plat is generally consistent with the applicable requirements, ordinances, and regulations. The proposed preliminary plat has been reviewed with no objections by the Engineering, Fire, and Planning Departments. Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat as proposed.
* While the Commission can impose conditions; conditions should only be imposed to meet the requirements of the UDC.
| Planning Department Recommendation | |
| X | Approve as submitted |
| Approve with conditions* | |
| Denial |
COMMISSIONERS CRITERIA FOR CONSIDERATION:
The Planning and Zoning Commission is the final approval authority of the proposed preliminary plat. In considering final action on a preliminary plat, the Commission should consider the criteria within UDC, Section 21.12.8 D.