Public Hearing, presentation, possible action, and discussion regarding an ordinance amending Chapter 12, “Unified Development Ordinance”, Section 12-5.8.B, “Northgate Districts”, of the City of College Station Code of Ordinances regarding the placement of street trees, location of sidewalks, and the screening requirements for electrical service equipment in Northgate.

1. Northgate UDO Amendments
City Council Meeting
23 November 2015

2. Objective
 Provide flexibility on placement of street
trees, location of sidewalks, and screening of
electrical service equipment
 Staff initiated in response to concerns
expressed by PublicWorks, CSU, and the Fire
Department

3. StreetTrees
 Currently - Required every 25 feet (spacing
may be varied to minimize conflict with
utilities and streetscape elements)
 Proposed - Expand flexibility to vary spacing
and location to minimize conflict with sight
distance, provide unobstructed view of traffic
control devices, and ensure Fire Department
access

5. Sidewalks
 Currently - Required to be located directly
adjacent to the back of curb
 Proposed - Provide flexibility for sidewalk
location alongWellborn Road and South
College Avenue to address public safety
concerns

7. Electrical Service Equipment Screening
 Currently - Screening required (no
exceptions)
 Proposed - Provide flexibility when required
to enable safe working clearance around
equipment

9. Recommendations
 P&Z Commission recommends approval
(unanimous vote)
 Staff recommends approval

10. Northgate UDO Amendments
City Council Meeting
23 November 2015