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Posted on: November 7, 2024 | Last Modified on: January 16, 2025

[ARCHIVED] 8808 Needlepoint Road--Special Use Permit--ZP24120090

8808 Needlepoint--Vicinity Map--ZP24120090

Requested Action

The applicant is requesting a Special Use Permit (SUP) for the constructions of a 190-foot tall monopole telecommunication tower and associated facilities in GC 

Applicants

  1. GSS, Inc. Alexander Novak / Mike Huizenga

Subject Area

The subject property, located at 8808 Needlepoint Road, Baytown, Texas 77521, legally described as Tracts 9B-1, 23A-1, 23B-1, 23C, 23D, and 24D, Abstract 4W Bloodgood.

Parcel(s) Information

  • Current Use: Vacant and undeveloped
  • Proposed Use: Constructions monopole telecommunication tower and associated facilities in GC
  • Future Land Use Plan: Industrial

Background

The applicant is requesting a SUP to allow the constructions of a 190-foot-tall monopole telecommunication tower and associated facilities, over a 3,600 square-feet proposed lease area, on an approximately 57.26 acres parcel in the GC zoning district.  The subject site is under the ownership of the City of Baytown, the City will allow access to the lease area through an easement, and the applicant wants to lease a small portion of the northern part of the parcel for the telecommunication facilities. 

Typical SUP Process

Application is submitted

The property owner or their representative submits a formal application and begins the special use permit process.

Application is advertised

The SUP request is advertised in accordance with state and local requirements. This typically includes mailing notices to neighbors, posting signs on the property, creating a project Newsflash on the City's website and advertising it in the newspaper. 

Public Hearing and Recommendation

Planning and Zoning Commission holds a Public Hearing and votes on a recommendation to City Council.  Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing.

Final Public Hearing & Action

City Council holds the final Public Hearing and votes the final decision. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing. This is the final step. 

Contact Project Manager

Tim Chi

Planner, City of Baytown

Phone: 281-420-5338

Email Tim Chi

Important Dates

  • Public Hearing (Planning & Zoning Commission) - January 21, 2025 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
  • Online City Council Comment Period Closes - February 7, 2025
  • Public Hearing and Consideration of Ordinance (City Council) - February 13, 2025 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)

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