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173. Regular Meeting August 27, 2001 Page 4 consultant is contracted. Mr. Patterson stated this would only apply to new duplexes, as there would be legal issues if the City were to change requirements to existing duplexes. Mr. Russell plans to build a 1104 square-foot home for approximately $79,000.00. Mr. Cox stated there is an implied commitment from the City to help remedy the problems in this neighborhood. The Council voted unanimously for adoption of the Zoning Ordinance. Mayor Chiu introduced for consideration a public hearing and adoption of a Resolution, the caption which was read as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS, TEXAS, AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE MASTER PLAN OF THE CITY, FROM VERY LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL FOR A 15.31 ACRE TRACT OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1651 POST ROAD; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Chiu opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak. Kristine Berry stated she is the co-owner of the property and requested approval of this zoning change. She stated the heavy traffic in the area generally is to Lime Kiln Road, and Post Road is included in the CIP for widening to address the traffic in the area. She stated there is a buffer between their property and the adjoining property. No one else wished to speak, so Mayor Chiu closed the public hearing. Mr. Mayhew moved for adoption of the Resolution and Mr. Mihalkanin seconded the motion. Ms. Hughson asked Ms. Berry who provided the traffic counts, and Ms. Berry advised her it was done by the City. Mr. Mihalkanin asked Ms. Berry how many units were planned, and Ms. Berry stated 200-300 units. Mr. Patterson stated the applicant has requested a maximum of 300 units. If the zoning was MF-3, that would allow 300 units, and if the zoning is MF-5 (40 units per acre), that would allow as many as 600 units. Ms. Tatum asked if Ms. Berry is requesting 200 to 300 units. Mr. Patterson stated 200 units would be a medium density and 300 would be considered high density. Ms. Hughson and Mr. Cox noted there was no neighborhood association for this neighborhood. George Berry, co-applicant, was present at this time and stated he discussed their development plans with Saul Gonzales who indicated the Mill Street neighborhood did not have any complaints. Mr. Gonzales stated the neighborhood felt it was a Post Road issue, and there would not be much use of Uhland Road from this proposed development. Mr. Mayhew asked Mr. Gilley when Post Road was planned for widening in the CIP, and Mr. Gilley responded in FY 04. Mr. Mayhew asked how this project could be moved forward, and Mr. Gilley stated there would be no fiscal impact if it were moved up to FY 03. Mr. Gilley stated this project would be a likely candidate for a bond election. Mr. Gilley stated the Council has discussed the need to form a Committee for the review of potential bond items. Mr. Gilley stated bond proceeds from the past designated for Post Road have not been for substantial improvements. Mr. Mihalkanin requested the CIP be agendized for discussion. Mr. Mayhew asked Mr. Berry if it is his plan to sell this property to a developer, and for the property to be zoned MF-3 for the development of 300 units,