CP 2003-02-11
NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND AGENDA
FEBRUARY 11, 2003
CANDY SHEEHAN, DOUG STOVER, Place 5
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
TIM BRANCHEAU, Place 1 MARSHA TUNNELL, Place 4
JAYNE PETERS, Place 2 DAVE HERRING, Place 6
DIANA RAINES, Place 3 BILL YORK, Place 7
JIM WITT, City Manager
MEETING TIME AND PLACE:
Call to Order 5:30 p.m. Council Chambers (Open to the Public)
Executive Session Immediately Following 1st Fl. Conf. Room (Closed to the Public)
Work Session Immediately Following 1st Fl. Conf. Room (Open to the Public)
Regular Session 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers (Open to the Public)
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Coppell, Texas will meet
in Regular Called Session on Tuesday, February 11, 2003, at 5:30 p.m. for
Executive Session, Work Session will follow immediately thereafter, and Regular
Session will begin at 7:00 p.m., to be held at Town Center, 255 Parkway
Boulevard, Coppell, Texas.
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, this meeting
may be convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking
confidential legal advice from the City Attorney on any agenda item listed herein.
The City of Coppell reser ves the right to reconvene, recess or realign the Work
Session or called Executive Session or order of business at any time prior to
adjournment.
The purpose of the meeting is to consider the following items:
ITEM # ITEM DESCRIPTION
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
1. Call to order.
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ITEM # ITEM DESCRIPTION
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
2. Convene Executive Session
A. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding
Real Proper ty.
1. Discussion regarding Land Acquisition west of Coppell Road
and south of Bethel Road.
WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session
A. Review New City Web Page.
B. Review of Election Procedures.
C. Discussion of Old Coppell Master Plan.
D. Discussion regarding July Celebration.
E. Discussion of Agenda Items.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Invocation.
5. Obser ve a moment of reflection for the Columbia Astronauts and their
families.
6. Pledge of Allegiance.
7. Repor t by the Coppell Economic Development Corporation.
8. Repor t by the Regional Transpor tation Task Force.
9. Citizen's Appearances.
CONSENT AGENDA
10. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: January 28, 2003.
Resolutions
B. Consider approval of a Resolution calling the Regular Municipal
Election for Mayor and Councilmembers Place 2, Place 4 and Place 6
and a Special Election to fill the unexpired term for Place 5 for
Saturday, May 3, 2003; authorizing the City Manager to enter into
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ITEM # ITEM DESCRIPTION
and sign a Joint Election Agreement and Election Service Contract
with Dallas County Elections Depar tment for conducting the
Municipal Election; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
END OF CONSENT
11. Consider approval of the River view Office Development, Lot 1, Block A, Site
Plan, to allow the development of four office buildings totaling 19,800-
square feet on 2.17 acres of proper ty located at the southwest corner of
Sandy Lake Road and Riverview Drive.
12. Consider approval of the River view Office Development, Lot 1, Block A,
Minor Plat, to allow the development of four office buildings totaling
19,800-square feet on 2.17 acres of proper ty located at the southwest
corner of Sandy Lake Road and Riverview Drive.
13. Consider approval of The Mercantile Addition, Lots 1 and 2, Block A, Site
Plan, to allow the development of two office buildings totaling
approximately 21,940 square feet on 2.658 acres of proper ty located along
the east side of Denton Tap Road, nor th of Belt Line Road.
14. Consider approval of The Mercantile Addition, Lots 1 and 2 Block A, Minor
Plat, to allow the development of two office buildings totaling
approximately 21,940 square feet on 2.658 acres of proper ty located along
the east side of Denton Tap Road, nor th of Belt Line Road.
15. Consider approval of Case No. S-1205, Marble Slab Creamer y, zoning
change request from TC (Town Center) to TC-S-1205 (Town Center, Special
Use Permit-1205), to allow a 1,100 square-foot ice cream shop at 130
Denton Tap Road.
16. Consider approval of Case No. PD-194R2, Amberpoint Business Park,
zoning change request from PD-194 (Planned Development-194) to PD-
194R2 (Planned Development-194Revision-2) to expand the Planned
Development District to incorporate an additional 9.102 acres increasing
the acreage of the PD to 113.96 acres and to modify the industrial park
identification sign location and design on proper ty located east & west of
Nor thpoint Drive, south of Sandy Lake Road.
17. Consider approval of the Product Suppor t Ser vices, Lot 2, Block 3,
Freeport North, Site Plan, to allow the development of a 70,000 square-
foot office/warehouse building on approximately 5.66 acres of proper ty
located at the southwest corner of Royal Lane and Gateview Blvd.
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18. Consider approval of the Product Suppor t Ser vices, Lot 2, Block 3,
Freepor t Nor th, Replat, to allow the development of a 70,000 square foot
office/warehouse building on approximately 5.66 acres of proper ty located
at the southwest corner of Royal Lane and Gateview Blvd.
19. Consider directing staff to submit the Old Coppell Master Plan to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for revisions to ensure consistency with
the Zoning Ordinance and the adopted Comprehensive Plan, and
recommend appropriate action.
20. Necessary action resulting from Work Session.
21. Mayor and Council Repor ts.
A. Repor t by Mayor Sheehan regarding Regional Transpor tation Task
Force Public Forums.
B. Repor t by Mayor Sheehan regarding Actis Ribbon-Cutting.
C. Repor t by Mayor Sheehan regarding Leadership Coppell.
D. Repor t by Councilmember Peters regarding TEX-21 Legislative
Caucus.
E. Repor t by Councilmember Peters regarding the NAIOP Meeting.
22. Necessary Action Resulting from Executive Session.
Adjournment.
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Candy Sheehan, Mayor
CERTIFICATE
I cer tify that the above Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the
City Hall of the City of Coppell, Texas on this _________ day of _________________,
2003, at __________________.
____________________________________
Libby Ball, City Secretar y
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DETAILED INFORMATION REGARDING THIS AGENDA IS AVAILABLE
ON THE CITY'S WEBSITE (www.ci.coppell.tx.us) UNDER PUBLIC
DOCUMENTS, COUNCIL PACKETS.
PUBLIC NOTICES
STATEMENT FOR ADA COMPLIANCE
The City of Coppell acknowledges its responsibility to comply with the Americans With
Disabilities Act of 1990. Thus, in order to assist individuals with disabilities who require
special services (i.e. sign interpretative services, alternative audio/visual devices, and
amanuenses) for participation in or access to the City of Coppell sponsored public
programs, services and/or meetings, the City requests that individuals make requests for
these services forty-eight (48) hours ahead of the scheduled program, service and/or
meeting. To make arrangements, contact Vivyon V. Bowman, ADA Coordinator or other
designated official at (972) 462-0022, or (TDD 1-800-RELAY, TX 1-800-735-2989).
IN COMPLIANCE WITH CITY OF COPPELL ORDINANCE NO. 95724
Carrying of a concealed handgun on these premises or at any official political meeting in
the City of Coppell is illegal.
Es ilegal llevar consigo un arma de fuego oculta, adentro de este edificio, o en cualquier
junta oficial de politica en la ciudad de Coppell.
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KEY TO COUNCIL GOALS ICONS
2002-2003
Economic Development
• Ensure Competitiveness in industrial/commercial growth
• Emphasize strategically identified properties
• Implement Old Town development strategy
• Retain excellent commercial/industrial uses
• Increase visibility of commercial/industrial development opportunities
w/development community
Quality Public Facilities & Infrastructure
• Maintained with adequate funding
• Environmentally sound and appealing landscaping
• Anticipate and plan for future needs
• User friendly
Excellent City Services & High Citizen Satisfaction
• Provide timely and accurate information
• Rapid Response and resolution
• Identify, implement and measure service levels
Hometown Feeling
• Well-informed citizenry
• Participation on boards and commissions, task forces and committees
• Foster a family atmosphere
• Active citizen involvement as partners
• Strong sense of civic pride and identity as Coppell, TX
• Encourage inclusiveness
Quality Development
• Preserve property values
• Attract and retain development tenants
• Emphasize code enforcement
• Maintain community master plan with consideration of impact on city services and
infrastructure
• Maintain visual appeal
Outstanding Leisure & Recreation Amenities & Programs
• Maintain quality and safe parks
• Inclusive opportunities, activities and facilities
• Collaboration w/community groups
• Promote and facilitate community events
Effective Transportation
• Responsive to neighborhood and regional needs and demands
• Safe neighborhood streets
• Effective traffic movement throughout the community
• Evaluate need for regional transportation and determine city's role
Safe Community
• Safe neighborhoods
• Visible and responsive police presence
• Public safety education programs
• Emphasize and educate for emergency preparedness
• Participate in regional security preparation
• Provide safe environment for recreation/leisure activities
• Partner in school safety
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: ES-2
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding Real Property.
1. Discussion regarding Land Acquisition west of Coppell Road and south of Bethel Road.
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AGENDA REQUEST FORM
WORK SESSION
A. Review New City Web Page.
B. Review of Election Procedures.
C. Discussion of Old Coppell Master Plan.
D. Discussion regarding 4th of July.
E. Discussion of Agenda Items.
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AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Report by the Coppell Economic Development Corporation.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL COMMENTS:
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ITEM #: 8
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Report by the Regional Transportation Task Force.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL COMMENTS:
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ITEM #: 9
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
CITIZENS' APPEARANCES
ORDINANCE NO. 2001-964
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING RULES, TIMES AND
PROCEDURES FOR CONDUCTING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS, THE
FOLLOWING ARE HEREBY ADOPTED AS THE RULES, TIMES AND PROCEDURES FOR
CONDUCTING COUNCIL MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COPPELL,
TEXAS:
The City of Coppell Code of Ordinances, Article 1-10 "Rules, Times and Procedures for Conducting City
Council Meetings," be, and the same is hereby, amended to read as follows:
"ARTICLE 1-10
RULES, TIMES AND PROCEDURES FOR CONDUCTING
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
". . .
1-10-6.2.1 CITIZENS APPEARANCE
Persons wishing to speak on any matter other than an item scheduled for a public hearing on the agenda, must sign
a register and list their residence address, provided by the City Secretary on a table outside the Council Chambers,
and such persons may be heard only at the "Citizens Appearance" portion of a regular meeting or special meeting.
Each speaker must state his or her name and address of residence. Presentations by individuals during the
"Citizens Appearance" shall be limited to two (2) minutes each. An individual speaker's time may be extended for
an additional two (2) minutes with the approval of a majority of the Council members present. There shall be a
cumulative limit of twenty (20) minutes allotted of any regular or special Council meeting. Those persons who
signed up to speak at the "Citizens Appearance" shall be called upon in the order that they have signed the
provided register. No personal attacks by any speaker shall be made against any member of the Council, Mayor,
individual, group or corporation (Charter Article 3, Section 3.12).
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DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 10/A
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of minutes: January 28, 2003.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL COMMENTS:
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MINUTES OF JANUARY 28, 2003
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on
Tuesday, January 28, 2003, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of
Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas. The following members
were present:
Candy Sheehan, Mayor
Doug Stover, Mayor Pro Tem
Tim Brancheau, Councilmember
Jayne Peters, Councilmember
Diana Raines, Councilmember
Marsha Tunnell, Councilmember
Dave Herring, Councilmember
Bill York, Councilmember
Also present were City Manager Jim Witt, Deputy City Secretary Kathy
Wilkerson and City Attorney David Dodd.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
1. Call to order.
Mayor Sheehan called the meeting to order, determined that a quorum was present and
convened into Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
2. Convene Executive Session
A. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation
regarding Real Property.
1. Discussion regarding the sale of city property east of
MacArthur Boulevard and north of DeForest.
2. Discussion regarding Land Acquisition west of
Coppell Road and south of Bethel Road.
Mayor Sheehan convened into Executive Session at 5:43 p.m. as allowed
under the above-stated article. Mayor Sheehan recessed the Executive
Session at 6:30 p.m. and opened the Work Session.
Mayor Sheehan announced that the Executive Session will be
reconvened after the Regular Session.
WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
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3. Convene Work Session
A. Discussion regarding Financial Audit.
B. Discussion regarding Practice Fields.
C. Discussion regarding Storm Water.
D. Discussion regarding Council Goals.
E. Discussion regarding 4th of July.
F. Discussion of Agenda Items.
A. Bill Hanley, Partner, KPMG, announced his audit findings for the
City of Coppell’s Financial Audit.
B. Mark Tepper, Secretary, Parks and Recreation Board, updated
Council on the findings of the Subcommittee regarding the use of
Coppell practice fields.
Mayor Sheehan advised that Items C & D would be discussed at the end of the
meeting.
E. Jim Witt, City Manager, updated Council regarding the City of Lewisville’s
request that the City of Coppell provide funds to keep the 4th of July fireworks
at the current location. Brad Reid, Parks and Recreation Director, answered
questions from the Council. Item was continued to the end of the meeting.
The Work Session was recessed at this time will be reconvened after the
Regular Session to continue the discussion.
Mayor Sheehan recessed the Work Session at 7:00 p.m. and opened the
Regular Session.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Invocation.
Pastor Ken Hovland, Rejoice Lutheran Church, led those present in the
Invocation.
5. Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Sheehan led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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6. Consider approval of a proclamation naming January 31, 2003
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT DAY in the city of Coppell, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation:
Mayor Sheehan read the Proclamation for the record and presented the
same to Linda Schoelkopf, Junior Achievement – Dallas.
Action:
Mayor Pro Tem Stover moved to approve of a proclamation naming
January 31, 2003 JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT DAY in the city of Coppell,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Herring seconded
the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Stover and
Councilmembers Brancheau, Peters, Raines, Tunnell, Herring and York
voting in favor of the motion.
7. Citizen's Appearances.
A. Robert Key, 204 Steamboat Springs, invited all Councilmembers to
attend the Texans for Public Education Rally, February 3, 2003 at
7:00 p.m. at the Coppell High School. There will also be a State
Rally held in Austin on February 17, 2003.
8. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: January 14, 2003.
B. Consider appointment of Tony Dickensheets to the
Coppell Education Development Corporation to fill the
unexpired term of Diane Ebersberger, which expires
September 30, 2004.
C. Consider approval of an ordinance amending Article 8-3
Parking, Section 8-3-1(A) of the Code of Ordinances for
the City of Coppell to prohibit parking, stopping or
standing at all times on the north and south branches of
Natches Trace Drive in its entirety from its point of
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intersection on the west side of Denton Tap Road
westward to the common property line between Lot 20,
Block A and Lot 20x, Block A of the Magnolia Park
Subdivision; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
D. Consider approval of a Memorandum of Understanding for
Bioterrorism or Health Emergency Assistance between
Dallas County and the City of Coppell and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
Resolutions
E. Consider approval of a Resolution amending Resolution
#010996.3, as heretofore amended, with regard to
ambulance service fees, and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
Action:
Councilmember Tunnell moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, B, C
carrying Ordinance No. 2003-1026, D and E carrying Resolution No.
2003-0128.1. Councilmember York seconded the motion; the motion
carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Stover and Councilmembers Brancheau,
Peters, Raines, Tunnell, Herring and York voting in favor of the motion.
9. Consider acceptance of the Comprehensive Annual Financial
Report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2002.
Presentation:
Bill Hanley, Manager, KPMG, addressed Council concerning the audit
just completed by KPMG for the City of Coppell and congratulated the
City on the wonderful job the Finance staff has done on the City of
Coppell’s financial records.
Action:
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Councilmember Peters moved to approve acceptance of the
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended
September 30, 2002. Councilmember Tunnell seconded the motion; the
motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Stover and Councilmembers
Brancheau, Peters, Raines, Tunnell, Herring and York voting in favor of
the motion.
10. Presentation by Bill Bunting of the National Weather Bureau
recognizing the City of Coppell as one of four north Texas
communities achieving “StormReady” status because of its
commitment to hazardous weather preparedness.
Presentation:
Bill Bunting, National Weather Bureau, recognized the City of Coppell as
one of four north Texas communities achieving “StormReady” status and
presented a sign to the City stating that the City is a “StormReady”
community.
Mayor Sheehan recognized Jim Kitchens, Coppell Fire Department, and
the Storm Watchers group for doing such a good job and helping make
Coppell a “StormReady” city.
11. Consider approval of a Resolution to designate Coppell Road
from Sandy Lake Road south to Cooper Lane as a one way
street during construction.
Presentation:
Ken Griffin, Director of Engineering, made a presentation to Council.
Action:
Councilmember York moved to approve Resolution No. 2003-0128.2
designating Coppell Road from Sandy Lake Road south to Cooper Lane
as a one way street during construction. Mayor Pro Tem Stover
seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Stover
and Councilmembers Brancheau, Peters, Raines, Tunnell, Herring and
York voting in favor of the motion.
12. Consider approval of a Resolution urging the Texas
Congressional delegation to support providing funding for
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President Bush’s $3.5 billion first responder initiative during
the 108th session of Congress and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
Presentation:
Jim Witt, City Manager, made a presentation to Council.
Action:
Councilmember Tunnell moved to approve Resolution No. 2003-0128.3
urging the Texas Congressional delegation to support providing funding
for President Bush’s $3.5 billion first responder initiative during the
108th session of Congress and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember York seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with
Mayor Pro Tem Stover and Councilmembers Brancheau, Peters, Raines,
Tunnell, Herring and York voting in favor of the motion.
13. Necessary action resulting from Work Session.
There was no action necessary under this item.
14. City Manager’s Report.
A. Presentation of Economic Video.
A. Jim Witt, City Manager, presented the new Economic Video for the
City of Coppell.
15. Mayor and Council Reports.
A. Report by Mayor Sheehan regarding Regional
Transportation Task Force.
A. Mayor Sheehan reported on the Regional Transportation Task
Force meeting that was held on Monday, January 27, 2003.
Mayor Sheehan then announced that the Regional Transportation
Task Force will have Public Forum’s on February 13, 2003 and
February 18, 2003 and encouraged all citizens to attend.
A short recess held at this time.
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RECONVENE WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
Reconvene Work Session
A. Discussion regarding Financial Audit.
B. Discussion regarding Practice Fields.
C. Discussion regarding Storm Water.
D. Discussion regarding Council Goals.
E. Discussion regarding 4th of July.
F. Discussion of Agenda Items.
E. Discussion continued regarding the 4th of July and Council was against
funding the fireworks.
C. Ken Griffin, Director of Engineering, gave a presentation regarding
upcoming new Federal Mandates on Storm Water.
D. Mayor Sheehan discussed the Council Goals for the current year.
16. Necessary Action Resulting from Executive Session.
Councilmember Tunnell moved to authorize the City Manager to execute
an option agreement for land acquisition west of Denton Tap and south
of Bethel Road. Councilmember Raines seconded the motion; the motion
carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Stover and Councilmembers Brancheau,
Peters, Raines, Tunnell, Herring and York voting in favor of the motion.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting
was adjourned.
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Candy Sheehan, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Kathy Wilkerson, Deputy City Secretary
DEPT: City Secretary
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 10/B
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of a Resolution calling the Regular Municipal Election for Mayor and Councilmembers Place 2,
Place 4 and Place 6 and a Special Election to fill the unexpired term for Place 5 for Saturday, May 3, 2003;
authorizing the City Manager to enter into and sign a Joint Election Agreement and Election Service Contract with
Dallas County Elections Department for conducting the Municipal Election; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL COMMENTS: Funds for this contract have been budgeted in the City Secretary Election Account.
(01-02-41-4290)
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS
RESOLUTION NO. ___________________
ELECTION OF CITY OFFICERS
ORDER OF GENERAL AND SPECIAL ELECTION
May 3, 2003
BE IT REMEMBERED THAT on this the ____ day of February, 2003, at a meeting of
the City Council of the City of Coppell, Texas, a quorum being present, the meeting was called
to order and the Council issued the following order:
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that an election be held on the 3rd day of May, 2003, 7:00
a.m. to 7:00 p.m., for the purpose of electing a Mayor, one Councilmember for Place 2, one
Councilmember for Place 4, and one Councilmember for Place 6. The election shall be held as a
Joint Election administered by the Dallas County Elections Administrator in accordance with the
provisions of the Texas Election Code and a Joint Election Agreement.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a special election be held in conjunction with the
General Election on the 3rd day of May, 2003, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., for the purpose of electing
one Councilmember for Place 5 to complete an unexpired term.
The candidate for such office receiving a majority of all votes cast for all candidates for
such office shall be elected to serve such term or until his or her successor is duly elected and
qualified.
In the event any candidate for said office fails to receive a majority of all votes cast for all
the candidates for such office, a run-off election shall be held. If a run-off election becomes
necessary, the run-off election will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2003. The Dallas County
Elections Administrator will conduct the Election.
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A Presiding Election Judge and an Alternate Presiding Election Judge shall be appointed
in accordance with the Joint Election Agreement.
Early voting by personal appearance shall be conducted at the Town Center Atrium, 255
Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. Early voting will be conducted on weekdays
beginning Wednesday, April 16, 2003, through Friday, April 18, 2003, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.;
Monday, April 21, 2003 through Friday, April 25, 2003, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, April
26, 2003, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, April 27, 2003, 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Monday, April
28, 2003 through Tuesday, April 29, 2003, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Qualified residents of Coppell may vote early for the Joint Election by personal
appearance at either the Coppell Town Center or at any of the other branch locations, as
published by Dallas County.
Application for a ballot by mail shall be mailed to:
Bruce R. Sherbert
Chief Deputy Early Voting Clerk
Office of the Elections Department
Health and Human Service Building
2377 N. Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, Texas 75207
Application for ballot by mail must be received no later than the close of business on April 15,
2003.
The City Secretary shall present such returns to the City Council for the canvassing of
said election.
The canvass of said election returns shall be conducted by the City Council not earlier
than the 3rd day nor later than the 6th day after the election.
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DULY ORDERED by the City Council of the City of Coppell, Texas the ______ day of
________, 2003.
APPROVED:
CANDY SHEEHAN, MAYOR
ATTEST:
LIBBY BALL, CITY SECRETARY
CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ROBERT E. HAGER
CITY ATTORNEY
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DEPT: Planning & Economic Development
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 11
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of the Riverview Office Development, Lot 1, Block A, Site Plan, to allow the development of
four office buildings totaling 19,800-square feet on 2.17 acres of property located at the southwest corner of Sandy
Lake Road and Riverview Drive.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Date of P&Z Meeting: January 16, 2003
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approval (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey,
Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
Approval is recommended, subject to the following conditions:
1) The entire fire lane needs to be constructed prior to any construction beyond the
foundation.
2) Revision of the Landscape Plan to provide shrubs along the north elevations of all
four buildings and the elevations of the buildings, which face the parking lots. (CONDITION MET)
Staff recommends approval.
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Item # 5
CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: Riverview Office Development,
Lot 1, Block A, Site Plan
Summary of Revisions and
Revised Staff Recommendation for
January 16, 2003
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The applicant has once again revised the elevations of these four buildings. This time,
articulations have been added to the doors and windows. Specifically, stone veneer archways
have been added to the doorways that are most visible to the street, which include the doors
on the north elevations and those facing the parking lot areas. The same stone veneer accent
materials have been added along the top of all of the windows. The doors that are internal to
the tract, facing the courtyard areas, will be accented with green canvas awnings to match the
roof. The dormers have been retained along the roof, to break up its expanse; however, they
still contain vents. Previously, staff recommended the replacement of the vents with faux
windows and also recommended the windows have either shutters or panes; however, the
stone veneer headers on the windows are an improvement.
These revisions are a vast improvement over the original submission and an attempt to
address staff and Planning and Zoning Commission concerns regarding the aesthetics of the
project have been made. All other technical conditions have been met; therefore, staff
recommends approval.
RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff recommends APPROVAL, of the Site Plan for Riverview Office Development,
subject to:
1) The entire fire lane needs to be constructed prior to any construction
beyond the foundation.
NOTE: ATTACHED IS THE COMPLETE STAFF
REPORT ON THIS REQUEST
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: Riverview Office Development, Lot 1, Block A
Site Plan
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 16, 2003 (originally heard on October 17th and held under
advisement, heard again on November 21, 2002 and held under
advisement.)
C.C. HEARING DATE: February 11, 2003
STAFF REP.: Marcie Diamond, Assistant Planning Director
LOCATION: SWC of Sandy Lake Road and Riverview Drive.
SIZE OF AREA: 2.17 acres of property.
CURRENT ZONING: R (Retail).
REQUEST: Site Plan approval to allow the development of four office buildings
totaling 19,800-square feet.
APPLICANT: Architect: Engineer:
Stirling Wainscott Dowdey, Anderson & Assoc., Inc.
4815 Keller Springs 5225 Village Creek Drive, Suite 200
Addison, Texas 75001 Plano, Texas 75093
(972) 931-0014 (972) 931-0694
FAX: (931) 447-9110 FAX: (972) 931-9538
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HISTORY: In October 1991, the property abutting the subject tract to the south was
rezoned from R (Retail) to SF-9 (Single Family-9). The preliminary plat for
Riverview Estates was also approved with this rezoning. The Final Plat was
not approved until 1997. Given that the preliminary plat had expired (even
with one extension being granted), City Council’s approval was subject to the
granting of a waiver to the Subdivision Ordinance, which requires approval
of a preliminary plat prior to final plat approval. The final plat also provides
for the HOA to maintain the median in Riverview Drive at Sandy Lake Road.
It also maintains the entry features, which were established, by separate
easement, in 1998.
TRANSPORTATION:Sandy Lake Road exists as a two-lane asphalt road. In the fall of this year,
improvement to a four-lane divided thoroughfare is planned to
commence; completion scheduled for spring of 2004. Sufficient
right-of-way exists adjacent to this property for this road
improvement.
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North - undeveloped; Retail and Office
South - Riverview Estates; Single Family-9
East - undeveloped; Retail
West - Eagle Point at Riverchase; Single Family-7
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
neighborhood retail.
DISCUSSION: The applicant is requesting site plan approval to allow for the
construction of four, one-story, 4,950 square-foot office buildings
on this 2.17 acre tract of property. The site plan indicates that 70
parking spaces will be provided, which exceeds, by four parking
spaces, the minimum requirement of one space per 300-square feet
of gross floor area. A six-foot high brick-screening wall will
separate this development from the existing single family abutting
to the south and west.
This property will be accessed via two driveways, one on Sandy
Lake Road and one on Riverview Drive. Once Sandy Lake Road
is improved to a standard, four-lane divided thoroughfare, the
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driveway on Sandy Lake will not be served by a median opening.
There will be a median opening for Riverview Road to
accommodate westbound traffic. The fire lane will extend from
Sandy Lake to Riverview Road and needs to be constructed prior
to any construction beyond the foundation.
There are minor revisions that need to be addressed on the site
plan. First, a vicinity map needs to be added (vicinity map added
on the revised plan). Second, all existing and proposed
easements need to be indicated. Third, the screening wall is called
out to be Boral-Old Boston, while all the buildings are specified on
the elevations and the color board to be Boral-Oxford Red.
(Oxford Red is indicated as the screening wall material) It is
recommended that the same brick be used on the building,
dumpster screening and the screening walls. Finally, the gates on
the dumpster screening wall are called out as wood, which tend to
present long-term maintenance issues. It is preferable that these
gates be metal, painted to match the color of the brick. (Gates are
shown as metal, painted to match the brick)
The Landscape Plan generally complies with the regulations of the
Zoning Ordinance. Almost 40% of the site is devoted to
landscaping and 47 trees will be planted as part of this
development. The trees along Sandy Lake Road and adjacent to
the single family will be predominately Live Oak, with Chinese
Pistasce and Lacebark Elms being used as accent, over-story trees.
Dwarf Burford Holly hedges will screen the parking areas;
however, an additional hedgerow is required in the parking island
at the northern end of the row of parking east of the driveway from
Sandy Lake Road (11 dwarf Burford Holly shrubs have been
added to this parking island). Finally, the non-vehicular
landscaping exceeds the minimum by 5,716-square feet. Fifty
percent of non-vehicular landscaping should be located in the front
yard. In this development, only 48% is in the front yard, a deficit
of 245-square feet. However, given the overage of the landscaping
in other areas of the development, this trade-off appears
reasonable.
The elevations portray a red-brick building with a teal green,
standing seam metal roof. The roof, with four dormers, which
appear to be white aluminum, accounts for almost 50% of the
elevation. There is a complete lack of architectural accents
normally included in the designs of the buildings in Coppell. It is
strongly recommended that accent material (up to 20% of the
exterior) such as cast stone, stone veneer and/or contrasting brick
color be added to embellish the windows and the entries into the
buildings.
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The applicant has made some minor revisions to the elevations,
but it still lacks the architectural quality envisioned for this
property which fronts on one of the City’s Primary Image
Zones. Four buildings are proposed for this site, all with exact
elevations; therefore, the architectural quality of these
buildings will significantly impact the aesthetics of this
corridor.
Specifically, the north elevation of these four buildings, which
will directly face Sandy Lake Road, were previously relatively
blank walls with four windows. The redesigned north
elevation includes a door with green awning and the
continuation of the standing seam metal roof. The upper
window has been replaced with a dormer, which contains
metal-louvered vents. Cast stone headers have been added to
the windows. Staff and the subcommittee of the Planning and
Zoning Commission recommended that this entryway be
significantly enhanced given the visibility onto Sandy Lake
Road, including “popping out’ of the front entryway and
enhancing it with stone and including a prominent roof and
green awning. It was recommended that the windows be
articulated with windowpanes. Also of concern on the north
façades are the appearance of the sides of the standing-seam
metal roof that face the east and west. The current elevation
indicates that this area be white siding with wood trim. While
not in conflict with the masonry requirement, there are
concerns with aesthetics and long-term maintenance. The
south elevations are the same as the north, without a door, and
staff’s comments on the window, dormer and roof are
reiterated for this façade.
Similar concerns exist on the east and west elevations of all
four buildings, whereas the dormers contain vents, the
windows do not have either shutters or panes and the entry
doors are not enhanced beyond the inclusion of green canvas
awnings.
After the last meeting, staff anticipated that alterations would
be made these buildings. Commission members made a
considerable effort to give the applicant guidance regarding
the appearance of these structures, without being cost
prohibitive. For the most part this applicant has disregarded
those suggestions.
The applicant has once again revised the elevations of these four
buildings. This time, articulations have been added to the doors
and windows. Specifically, stone veneer archways have been
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added to the doorways that are most visible to the street, which
include the doors on the north elevations and those facing the
parking lot areas. The same stone veneer accent materials have
been added along the top of all of the windows. The doors that are
internal to the tract, facing the courtyard areas, will be accented
with green canvas awnings to match the roof. The dormers have
been retained along the roof, to break up its expanse; however,
they still contain vents. Previously, staff recommended the
replacement of the vents with faux windows and also recommended
the windows have either shutters or panes; however, the stone
veneer headers on the windows are an improvement.
These revisions are a vast improvement over the original
submission and an attempt to address staff and Planning and
Zoning Commission concerns regarding the aesthetics of the
project have been made. All other technical conditions have been
met; therefore, staff recommends approval.
RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff is recommending HOLDING THIS CASE UNDER
ADVISEMENT until such time that concerns with these buildings
have been resolved. If resolution can be accomplished prior to, or at
the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, then staff can
recommend APPROVAL, of the Site Plan for Riverview Office
Development, subject to:
Staff recommends APPROVAL, of the Site Plan for Riverview Office
Development, subject to:
1) The entire fire lane needs to be constructed prior to any
construction beyond the foundation.
2) A vicinity map needs to be added to the Site Plan. (condition
met)
3) Indicate all existing and proposed easements on the Site
Plan.(condition met)
4) Revise the brick on the screening wall to be Boral-Oxford Red
to match the building. (condition met)
5) Substitute metal gates, painted to match the brick, on the
dumpster. (condition met)
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6) Add Dwarf Burford Holly hedges being in the parking island
adjacent to the row of parking east of the driveway from Sandy
Lake Road. (condition met)
7) Add accent materials (up to 20% of the exterior) such as cast
stone, stone veneer and/or contrasting brick color to embellish
the windows and the entries into the buildings.(condition met).
ALTERNATIVES:
1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
4) Take under advisement for reconsideration at a later date.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Site Plan
2) Landscape Plan
3) Elevations
DEPT: Planning & Economic Development
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 12
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of the Riverview Office Development, Lot 1, Block A, Minor Plat, to allow the development of
four office buildings totaling 19,800-square feet on 2.17 acres of property located at the southwest corner of Sandy
Lake Road and Riverview Drive.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Date of P&Z Meeting: January 16, 2003
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approval (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey,
Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
Approval is recommended, subject to the following condition:
1) Easements being provided for Oncor facilities.
Staff recommends approval.
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: Riverview Office Development, Lot 1, Block A,
Minor Plat
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 16, 2003 (originally heard on October 17th and denied due
to the site plan being held under advisement, heard on November
21, 2002 and denied due to the site plan being held under
advisement.)
C.C. HEARING DATE: February 11, 2003
STAFF REP.: Marcie Diamond, Assistant Planning Director
LOCATION: SWC of Sandy Lake Road and Riverview Drive.
SIZE OF AREA: 2.17 acres of property.
CURRENT ZONING: R (Retail).
REQUEST: Minor Plat approval to allow the development of four office buildings
totaling 19,800-square feet.
APPLICANT: Architect: Engineer:
Stirling Wainscott Dowdey Anderson & Assoc., Inc.
4815 Keller Springs 5225 Village Creek Drive
Addison, TX 75001 Plano, TX 75093
(972) 931-0014 (972) 931-0694
FAX: (931) 447-9110 FAX: (972) 931-9538
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HISTORY: In October 1991, the property abutting the subject tract to the south was
rezoned from R (Retail) to SF-9 (Single Family-9). The preliminary plat for
Riverview Estates was also approved with this rezoning. The Final Plat was
not approved until 1997. Given that the preliminary plat had expired (even
with one extension being granted), City Council’s approval was subject to the
granting of a waiver to the Subdivision Ordinance, which requires approval
of a preliminary plat prior to final plat approval. The final plat also provides
for the HOA to maintain the median in Riverview Drive at Sandy Lake Road.
It also maintains the entry features, which were established, by separate
easement, in 1998.
TRANSPORTATION:Sandy Lake Road exists as a two-lane asphalt road. In the fall of this year,
improvement to a four-lane divided thoroughfare is planned to
commence; completion scheduled for spring of 2004. Sufficient
right-of-way exists adjacent to this property for this road
improvement.
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North - undeveloped; Retail and Office
South - Riverview Estates; Single Family-9
East - undeveloped; Retail
West - Eagle Point at Riverchase; Single Family-7
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
neighborhood retail.
DISCUSSION: This is a companion request to the approval of the site plan for Riverview
Office Development. This 2.17-acre tract is being platted into one lot to
allow for the development of four office buildings. This plat defines the
property, reflects existing easements and establishes the fire lane and
required utility easements.
This plat requires several minor revisions. First, the water line easements
are for the fire hydrants that are private and are not required to be in
public easements. These easements need to be removed from the plat.
Second, an easement for the sidewalk needs to be added to the southeast
corner of the tract, along Riverview Drive. Third, Oncor requested that the
applicant meet with them to determine the location of additional
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easements for their facilities. Finally, staff is requesting that the Lot and
Block numbers be added to the Title Block.
RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff is recommending APPROVAL of Riverview Office Development,
Lot 1, Block A, provided site plan issues are resolved, and subject to:
1) Removal of the water line easements that are for fire hydrants.
(Removed)
2) Easement being added for a sidewalk at the southeast corner of the
property. (Determined not to be needed)
3) Easements being provided for Oncor Facilities.
4) The Lot and Block numbers being added to the Title Block. (Added)
ALTERNATIVES:
1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Minor Plat of the Riverview Office Addition
DEPT: Planning & Economic Development
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 13
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of The Mercantile Addition, Lots 1 and 2, Block A, Site Plan, to allow the development of two
office buildings totaling approximately 21,940 square feet on 2.658 acres of property located along the east side of
Denton Tap Road, north of Belt Line Road.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Date of P&Z Meeting: January 16, 2003
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approval (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey,
Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
Approval is recommended, subject to the following conditions:
1) Relocate the proposed monument to comply with the 75’ minimum sign setback from an
adjacent property or request a variance for the placement of the sign from the Board of
Adjustment. (CONDITION MET)
2) Prior to City Council review, provide staff with written authorization from the current owner
of the property for the site plan and minor plat request. (CONDITION MET)
3) Indicate the acreage of both Lot 1 and II on the site plan sheet and label, under Phase I and
Phase II notations, the properties Lot I and II, as well. (PARTIALLY MET – ACREAGE IS NOT
SHOWN)
Staff recommends approval.
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: The Mercantile Addition, Lots 1&2, Block A
Site Plan
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 16, 2003
C.C. HEARING DATE: February 11, 2003
STAFF REP.: Andrea Roy, Economic Development Coordinator
LOCATION: Along the east side of Denton Tap Road; north of Beltline Road.
SIZE OF AREA: 2.658 acres of property.
CURRENT ZONING: LI (Light Industrial)
REQUEST: Site Plan approval to allow the development of two office
buildings totaling approximately 21,940-square feet.
APPLICANT: Applicant: Architect:
Turner-Gesek Investments, Inc. Plan Solutions
722 S. Denton Tap R., Suite 220 393 E. Las Colinas Blvd., Suite 169
Coppell, TX 75019 Irving, TX 75039
Phone: (972) 745-7704 Phone: (972) 373-9999
Fax: (972) 745-0799 Fax: (972) 373-9001
HISTORY: In August 1998, City Council approved a site plan to allow the development
of three retail/office buildings with limited warehousing on 4.6 acres of
property. In August of 2000, this site plan expired. In April 2000, City
Council approved a minor plat for this property, which was never filed with
the county and expired in October 2000. The subject property contains
approximately 2.5 acres of this tract.
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TRANSPORTATION: Denton Tap Road is a P6D, six-lane divided thoroughfare within a
110-foot right-of-way.
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North -medical/professional office under construction, PD-195-O;
C (Commercial)
South - vacant; C (Commercial)
East - Riverside Church of Christ; C & LI (Commercial & Light Industrial)
West - vacant land; C (Commercial)
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
Light Industrial/showroom uses.
DISCUSSION: The applicant is requesting site plan approval for the development of two
office buildings totaling 21,940 square-feet on approximately 2.6 acres of
property. The site is situated along the east side of Denton Tap Road,
north of the Denton Tap/Southwestern Blvd intersection and just south of
the Callahan Medical Office Building currently under construction. The
project is proposed to be constructed in phases on separate lots; Phase I,
Lot 1, will include the 11,466-square foot southernmost building, which
will be constructed immediately upon approval; Phase II, Lot 2, will
include the 10,474 square-foot northernmost building. Because the
proposed site will be developed in phases, staff should note that a time
limit exists on the validity of the site plan. Per Section 12-39-2.4 (Review
of Site Plans-Expiration) of the Zoning Ordinance, “Site Plan approval
shall be valid for two years following the most recent date of City Council
approval.” The applicant is aware of the time limitations associated with
the plan.
Site Plan
The Phase I building will be served by 48 parking spaces, well exceeding
the 39 required spaces for professional office uses. The applicant has
provided additional parking to adequately serve medical/dental offices, if
desired, not to exceed 3,750-square feet of the 11,466 square-foot building
in Phase I. Phase II also provides additional parking to allow a maximum
of 6,500-square feet of medical/dental offices within the 10,474 square-
foot building.
The subject property contains an existing easement agreement recorded in
Volume 92138, Page 2021, which requires an access easement be
provided from the Riverside Church of Christ to Denton Tap Road. The
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proposed site plan layout satisfactorily provides this easement, as required
to provide access to the existing median opening on Denton Tap Road.
While the applicant is requesting approval for both phases of the
development, only one monument sign, which will be located on Lot 1
(Phase I) is currently shown on the site plan. The 35 square-foot monument
sign will be constructed of red brick with cast stone accents to match the
building materials. As shown, the monument sign serving Lot 1 (Phase I) is
placed 35’ from the north property line and must be shifted further south to
comply with the 75’ minimum sign setback from an adjacent property or a
variance must be obtained from the Board of Adjustment. If the applicant
wishes to provide a second monument sign on Lot 2 (Phase II), staff
recommends the applicant indicate such sign on both the site and landscape
plans. Otherwise, staff has no objection to the placement of a single
monument as presently designed to serve both lots. The proposed attached
signage will consist of pin-mounted letters, proposed to be placed above
the awnings in compliance with the Sign Ordinance.
Architecture
The proposed buildings will be one-story, measuring approximately 21’ in
height to the top of the parapet wall, with entranceways accented at 24’ in
height. The primary building material will be red brick, with a cream-
colored cast stone cap along the top of the parapet and at the water table.
Extensive white-framed windows adorned with black fabric awnings, wall
lighting, and a variation of wall bump-outs will enhance the façade. All
building entrances, primary and secondary, are further accented with a
suspended canopy, accent lighting, and sidelights.
While the primary entrances into both Buildings I and II will be from the
interior of the project, the “true front” facing Denton Tap has also been
carefully designed to bring the building’s architectural features around to
the most visible elevations. Staff commends the applicant’s building and
site design, which incorporates a number of frequently recommended
features. Additionally, the horseshoe footprint of Building I and “L”
shaped footprint of Building II provides well-screened areas within the
site for the placement of mechanical equipment.
Landscaping
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To accommodate the required mutual access to the north and east
(Riverside Church of Christ), the applicant has designed the site so that
both mutual access drives run the length of the property between Phase II and
the Callahan property and Phase/Lot I and Phase/Lot II, causing the
perimeter landscaping to be shifted to the interior of both sites. In order to
address this design, the applicant has provided a 10’ landscape buffer along
the north property line of Phase I and both the north and south property line
of Phase II, between the parking and building. While not provided in a
traditional manner, it is staff’s interpretation that the design meets the spirit
and intent of the Zoning Ordinance in providing a buffer and relief between
properties. Otherwise, the proposed landscape plan appears to fully provide
the required interior, perimeter, and non-vehicular landscape areas, including
the required number of trees.
RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff is recommending APPROVAL of the Mercantile Site Plan, subject to the following
conditions:
1) Relocate the proposed monument to comply with the 75’ minimum sign setback
from an adjacent property or request a variance for the placement of the sign
from the Board of Adjustment.
2) Prior to City Council review, provide staff with written authorization from the
current owner of the property for the site plan and minor plat request.
3) Indicate the acreage of both Lot 1 and II on the site plan sheet and label, under
Phase I and Phase II notations, the properties Lot I and II, as well.
ALTERNATIVES:
1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
4) Take under advisement for reconsideration at a later date.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Site Plan
2) Building Elevations (Phase I)
3) Building Elevations (Phase II)
4) Landscape Plan
DEPT: Planning & Economic Development
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 14
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of The Mercantile Addition, Lots 1 and 2 Block A, Minor Plat, to allow the development of two
office buildings totaling approximately 21,940 square feet on 2.658 acres of property located along the east side of
Denton Tap Road, north of Belt Line Road.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Date of P&Z Meeting: January 16, 2003
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approval (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey,
Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
Approval is recommended, with no conditions.
Staff recommends approval.
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: The Mercantile Addition, Lots 1&2, Block A
Minor Plat
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 16, 2003
C.C. HEARING DATE: February 11, 2003
STAFF REP.: Andrea Roy, Economic Development Coordinator
LOCATION: Along the east side of Denton Tap Road; north of Beltline Road.
SIZE OF AREA: 2.658 acres of property.
CURRENT ZONING: LI (Light Industrial)
REQUEST: Minor Plat approval to allow the development of two office
buildings totaling approximately 21,940-square feet.
APPLICANT: Applicant: Engineer:
Turner-Gesek Investments, Inc. Dowdey, Anderson & Assoc.
722 S. Denton Tap R., Suite 220 5225 Village Creek Dr., Suite 200
Coppell, TX 75019 Plano, TX 75093
Phone: (972) 745-7704 Phone: (972) 931-0694
Fax: (972) 745-0799 Fax: (972) 931-9538
HISTORY: In August 1998, City Council approved a site plan to allow the development
of three retail/office buildings with limited warehousing on 4.6 acres of
property. In August of 2000, this site plan expired. In April 2000, City
Council approved a minor plat for this property, which was never filed with
the county and expired in October 2000. The subject property contains
approximately 2.5 acres of this tract.
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TRANSPORTATION:Denton Tap Road is a P6D, six-lane divided thoroughfare within a 110-foot
right-of-way.
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North -medical/professional office under construction; PD-195-O,
C (Commercial)
South - vacant; C (Commercial)
East - Riverside Church of Christ; C & LI (Commercial & Light Industrial)
West - vacant land; C (Commercial)
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
Light Industrial/showroom uses.
DISCUSSION: In conjunction with the site plan, the applicant is also requesting approval
of the Minor Plat for the development of two office buildings totaling
approximately 21,940-square feet on 2.65 acres of property. The subject
plat has provided all required utility, mutual access and fire lane
easements. Specifically, the site will provide access from the Riverside
Church of Christ to Denton Tap Road, in accordance with Volume 92138,
Page 2021.
RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff is recommending Approval of the requested Minor Plat for Lots 1 & 2, Block A of
the Mercantile Addition, with no conditions.
ALTERNATIVES:
1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Minor Plat
DEPT: Planning & Economic Development
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 15
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1205, Marble Slab Creamery, zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to
TC-S-1205 (Town Center, Special Use Permit-1205), to allow a 1,100 square-foot ice cream shop at 130 Denton
Tap Road.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Date of P&Z Meeting: January 16, 2003
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approval (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey,
Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
Approval is recommended, subject to the following conditions:
1) The property shall be developed in accordance with the site plan, floor plan and
sign plan, which shall be attached to and made a part of the Ordinance.
2) The channel letters and its raceway shall be the same color as the other signs in
this retail center, and the logo shall not exceed 20% of the area of the sign.
3) The hours of operation shall not exceed 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. seven days a week.
Staff recommends approval.
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE NO.: S-1205, Marble Slab Creamery
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 16, 2003
C.C. HEARING DATE: February 11, 2003
STAFF REP.: Marcie Diamond, Assistant Planning Director
LOCATION: 130 Denton Tap Road.
SIZE OF AREA: 1,100 square-foot ice cream shop.
CURRENT ZONING: TC (Town Center)
REQUEST: TC-S-1205 (Town Center, Special Use Permit-1205), to allow a
1,100 square-foot ice cream shop at 130 Denton Tap Road.
APPLICANT: Kris Silverthorn
Browning Property Company
5207 McKinney Avenue, Suite No. 12
Dallas, TX 75205
214-521-4446
FAX: 214-521-4473
HISTORY: In May of 2000, City Council approved both a Site Plan and Minor Plat for
this property. The Site Plan allowed for the development of a 15,300 square-
foot retail center. Since the original submittal, minor modifications have
been approved to the site plan that eliminated the double drive-through lanes
for a cleaning facility to be replaced with additional landscaping and parking
and the relocation of the dumpster. In January 2002 Council approved a SUP
for a 3,700 square-foot restaurant, Chili’s Grill and Bar, Too, with 128
seats, requiring 37 parking spaces. The hours of operation are Sunday
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through Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to
11 p.m.
TRANSPORTATION:Denton Tap Road is an improved six-lane divided thoroughfare (P6D)
contained within a 100’ wide right-of-way at this location. Town
Center Boulevard is an access street with 28 feet of right-of-way
adjacent to this tract.
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North- Comerica Bank; TC (Town Center)
South- Wendy’s Restaurant; TC (Town Center)
East - YMCA; TC (Town Center)
West - vacant and the Market at Town Center Shopping Center;
C (Commercial and PD-178-C)
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
neighborhood retail uses.
DISCUSSION: This request is to allow a 1,100 square-foot Marble Slab Creamery to
occupy the last remaining lease space in this retail center. The ice cream
service is primarily take-out; however, there will be 10 seats within the
facility. The applicant has requested that the hours of operation not
exceed 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. seven days a week.
Per the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, parking for this use will be
required at a ratio of one space per 100-square feet, thus requiring 11
parking spaces. Given the existing mix of tenants in this retail center, 96
parking spaces are required, where only 93 exist; therefore, a three
parking space variance is required. On January 9, 2003, the Board of
Adjustment approved this request. The applicant submitted testimony that
given the mix of uses, additional parking was not necessary. Also, the
applicant conducted a parking survey December 16th through the 28th,
visiting the site seven times at 1p.m. and 6 p.m. The result of this survey
was that there was a significant amount of parking available during the
peak restaurant hours.
This use has 15’6” of frontage on Denton Tap Road; therefore, 15.5-
square feet of signage would be permitted and 20% of the sign may be a
multi-colored logo. The applicant is requesting a 15.33 square-foot sign,
inclusive of the logo. The Marble Slab Creamery letters will be the same
shade of off-white as the other signage on this retail center, and the
yellow, white and pink logo shall not exceed 20% of the area of the sign.
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RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff is recommending APPROVAL of S-1205 for Marble Slab Creamery, subject to the
following conditions:
1) The property shall be developed in accordance with the site plan, floor plan
and sign plan.
2) The channel letters shall be the same color as the other signs in this retail
center, and the logo shall not exceed 20% of the area of the sign.
3) The hours of operation shall not exceed 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. seven days a week.
ALTERNATIVES:
1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
4) Take under advisement for reconsideration at a later date.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Site Plan
2) Leasing Plan
3) Parking Analysis
4) Floor Plan
5) Sign Plan
DEPT: Planning & Economic Development
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 16
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-194R2, Amberpoint Business Park, zoning change request from PD-194
(Planned Development-194) to PD-194R2 (Planned Development-194Revision-2) to expand the Planned
Development District to incorporate an additional 9.102 acres increasing the acreage of the PD to 113.96 acres and
to modify the industrial park identification sign location and design on property located east & west of Northpoint
Drive, south of Sandy Lake Road.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Date of P&Z Meeting: January 16, 2003
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approval (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey,
Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
Approval is recommended, subject to the following conditions:
1) The proposed business park identification signs shall be set back a minimum of 25’ from
the property lines (and outside the visibility triangle) at both the northeast corner of
Royal and Northpoint and the southeast corner of Sandy Lake Rd. and Northpoint. (CONDITION
MET)
2) Revise Monument Sign Table to eliminate reference to three 60 square-foot monument
signs in addition to the four signs proposed to serve building 3, 4, 5, & 6. Also revise
calculation of requested sign area to read 420 SF instead of 560 SF. (CONDITION MET)
Staff recommends approval.
DIR. REVIEW: FIN. REVIEW: CM REVIEW:
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE NO.: PD-194R2, AmberPoint Business Park
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 16, 2003
C.C. HEARING DATE: February 11, 2003
STAFF REP.: Andrea Roy, Economic Development Coordinator
LOCATION: East & west of Northpoint Drive, south of Sandy Lake Road.
SIZE OF AREA: 113.96 acres.
CURRENT ZONING: PD-194 (Planned Development-194)
REQUEST: PD-194R2 to increase acreage from 104 acres to 113.96 acres and
modify the park entry sign design and location.
APPLICANT: Applicant: Architect:
AmberPoint @ Coppell, LLC O’Brien & Associates
c/o AmberJack, Ltd. 5310 Harvest Hill Rd., Suite 136
Transwestern Commercial Services Dallas, TX 75230
5001 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 600W Phone: (972) 788-1010
Dallas, TX 75244 Fax: (972) 788-4828
Phone: (972) 774-2544
Fax: (972) 991-4247
HISTORY: In November 2001 City Council approved PD-194 to allow for the
development of six buildings, totaling approximately 1,775,600-
square feet, on 110 acres of property, which would be served by an
8.6-acre detention pond in the southeast corner of the site (adjacent
to Wagon Wheel Park and State Road). The following variations to
the Zoning Ordinance were approved as part of the Planned
Development: Multiple monument signs, including business park
signs at Royal Lane and Sandy Lake Road, variances to the Tree
Mitigation requirements, variances to the Perimeter Landscape
Requirements and the provision of a living screen in lieu of a wall.
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A detail site plan and final plat for 308,000-square feet of
speculative office/warehouse on the subject site were also
approved at that time. The building has since been constructed and
will soon be occupied by Somera Communications.
In October 2002, City Council approved PD-194R, to allow a detail
site plan and replat for the Staples 228,250sq.-ft. office/warehouse
facility with future expansion of 161,750-sq. ft.
TRANSPORTATION:Royal Lane is a C4D/6 four-lane divided thoroughfare in a right-of-way
containing 110’ of dedication (adequate for a six-lane divided
thoroughfare) until approx. 600’ north of the Northpoint Drive
intersection, where the road narrows to a two-lane undivided
roadway. Sandy Lake is an existing two-lane roadway. The
Thoroughfare Plan shows Sandy Lake as a C4D/6 four-lane divided
thoroughfare in a right-of-way containing 110 feet of dedication
(adequate for a six-lane divided thoroughfare). State Road is an
existing two-lane roadway. The Thoroughfare Plan shows State
Road within the alignment for the connection of Freeport Parkway
from its recently constructed terminus at Ruby Road to its newest
segment northwest of State Highway 121, at the entrance to DFW
Trade Center. The standards for this future Freeport Parkway
connection are a 120’-wide right-of-way containing a C4D/6 four-
lane divided collector street capable of expansion to six lanes.
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North -vacant, LI (Light Industrial)
South - Wagon Wheel Park, LI (Light Industrial)
East - under construction (Coppell Fellowship Bible Church), R (Retail), PD-
109-SF9 (Single Family-Oak Bend Addition), and LI (Light
Industrial)
West - vacant, existing office/warehouse facilities, LI (Light Industrial)
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
light industrial/showroom uses.
DISCUSSION: The applicant is requesting an amendment to the existing Planned
Development-194 AmberPoint Business Park for the following reasons:
Incorporation of an additional 9.10 acres of property into the
Planned Development,
Relocation of one proposed business park identification sign,
Allowance of additional business park identification sign area;
and
Allowance of increased maximum height of the business park
identification signs.
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Since the original Planned Development approval in late 2001, the
applicant has purchased two additional properties totaling 9.10 acres
immediately adjacent to the west boundary of the Planned Development.
While no specific development project is proposed at this time, the
applicant wishes to prepare these additional tracts of land for future
development.
In conjunction with the incorporation of the additional land at the corner
of Royal Lane and Northpoint Drive, the applicant is requesting to
relocate one proposed business park identification sign from the existing
western boundary of the Planned Development to recently acquired land at
the northeast corner of Northpoint Drive & Royal Lane for greater
visibility. The second proposed business park identification sign will
remain in its initially proposed location at the southeast corner of
Northpoint Drive & Sandy Lake Road.
The original Planned Development allowed variations to the signage
requirements, including multiple monument signs and business park
identification signs. Specifically, two 60 square-foot business park
identification signs and seven 60 square-foot individual monument signs
were permitted with the Planned Development. Since the original
approval, revisions have been made to the Sign Ordinance, which now
allows business park identification signs and, according to the size of the
parcel and number of buildings, multiple monument signs. Based on these
revisions, the proposed seven 60 square-foot monument signs are now in
compliance with the Zoning Ordinance. No modifications will be made to
the monument signs at this time; however, notable alterations to the
business park identification signs are proposed.
The current request is for two 149.5 square-foot business park
identification signs. The approved business park identification signs were
to measure 10’ in height and 6’ in width, for a total of 60-square feet.
Although the height exceeded the 6’ maximum, the number and overall
size is now in compliance with the recently revised Sign Ordinance. The
subject request would revise the design of the business park identification
signs, actually lowering the height to 6.5’, but increasing the width to 23’,
for a total of 149.5 square feet. While size of the signs may appear
excessive, consideration should be given to the curvilinear design of the
sign, the decreased height, and the size and location of this property. This
size of sign would clearly appear out of scale among smaller retail uses,
yet it is in scale with the building and lot sizes within the light industrial
district. Additionally, the request is similar to sign plans of other area
master planned business parks in Coppell. Staff has no objection to the
increased area for the above mentioned reasons and feels the revised
design provides more continuity between the identification signs and
individual building monument signs within the Business Park.
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Building Signs Permitted Signs Requested
1 One 60-sq.-ft. building signs One 60-sq.-ft. building sign
2 Two 60-sq.-ft. building signs Two 60-sq.-ft. building signs
3, 4, 5, 6,
Conceptual
Five 60-sq.-ft. building signs Four 60-sq.-ft. building signs
Park I.D. Signs Two 60-sq.-ft. entry signs Two 150-sq.-ft. entry signs
Totals
Eight 60-sq.-ft. building signs
Two 60-sq.-ft. entry signs
600-sq. ft. of signs
Seven 60-sq.-ft. building signs
Two 150-sq.-ft. entry signs
720-sq. ft. of signs
Staff’s only concern relates to the specific placement of the proposed
identification signs at both the northeast corner of Royal and Northpoint
and southeast corner of Sandy Lake and Northpoint. As required by the
Zoning Ordinance, business park identification signs must be set back a
minimum of 15’ from the property line and outside the intersection’s
visibility triangle. While the signs appear to meet these minimum
requirements, the increased size warrants increased setbacks, so not to
appear so close to right-of-way traffic. To remedy this, staff would
recommend that both signs be placed a minimum of 25’ from the property
lines.
RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff is recommending APPROVAL of the Planned Development amendment
request, subject to the following conditions:
1) The proposed business park identification signs shall be set back a
minimum of 25’ from the property lines (and outside the visibility triangle)
at both the northeast corner of Royal and Northpoint and the southeast
corner of Sandy Lake Rd. and Northpoint.
2) Revise Monument Sign Table to eliminate reference to three 60 square-foot
monument signs in addition to the four signs proposed to serve building 3,
4, 5, & 6. Also revise calculation of requested sign area to read 420 SF
instead of 560 SF.
ALTERNATIVES:
1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
4) Take under advisement for reconsideration at a later date.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Planned Development & Sign Plan
DEPT: Planning & Economic Development
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 17
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of the Product Support Services, Lot 2, Block 3, Freeport North, Site Plan, to allow the
development of a 70,000 square-foot office/warehouse building on approximately 5.66 acres of property located at
the southwest corner of Royal Lane and Gateview Blvd.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Date of P&Z Meeting: January 16, 2003
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approval (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey,
Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
Approval is recommended, subject to the following conditions:
1) Offset the office portion away from the main warehouse wall on the eastern elevation. (CONDITION
MET)
2) Add additional architectural features (vertical reveals between the panel joints) along the
warehouse walls to break up the expanse. (CONDITION MET)
3) The flood plain area be more clearly delineated, and the drainage easement be realigned to
reflect the actual flood plain elevation on the site plan. (CONDITION MET)
4) The Data Table on the site plan being revised to reflect the correct parking count. (CONDITION MET)
5) Relocation of the driveway on Gateview to either align with, or be offset 125 feet from the
existing driveway on the north side of Gateview Blvd. (CONDITION MET)
6) Landscape Tabulations Table being revised to reflect the correct parking count and paving area.
(CONDITION MET)
Staff recommends approval.
DIR. REVIEW: FIN. REVIEW: CM REVIEW:
Agenda Request Form - Revised 09/02 Document Name: @7ProductSSSP 1-AR
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: Product Support Services, Lot 2, Block 3, Freeport
North, Site Plan
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 16, 2003
C.C. HEARING DATE: February 11, 2003
STAFF REP.: Marcie Diamond, Assistant Planning Director
LOCATION: Southwest corner of Royal Lane & Gateview Boulevard.
SIZE OF AREA: 5.66 acres of property.
CURRENT ZONING: LI (Light Industrial)
REQUEST: Site Plan approval to allow the development of a 70,000 square-
foot office/warehouse building.
APPLICANT: Applicant: Architect:
T/E Freeport North Land II Ty Holcomb
10005 Technology Blvd. WestAzimuth Architecture
Suite 151 3809 Parry Ave #205
Dallas, Texas 75220 Dallas, Texas 75226
214-904-9930 214-261-9060
FAX: 214-904-9930 FAX: 214-261-9049
HISTORY: In 1984, the Final Plat for Freeport North was approved. This plat
encompassed the land from Bethel Road to north of Northpoint
Drive, contained 237± acres and provided for the extension of Royal
Lane. In April 2001 City Council approved a site plan and replat on
a 12-acre tract of property for a 167,000 square-foot office/warehouse
for the Expo Group. This building was not constructed and the replat
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was never filed; therefore, this plat has expired. The subject property
is the eastern half of this site.
TRANSPORTATION:Royal Lane is a C4D/6-four-lane divided thoroughfare in 110’ of right-of-
way (adequate for a six-lane divided thoroughfare).
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North- existing office/warehouse; LI (Light Industrial)
South – vacant; LI (Light Industrial)
East - Lam Lee Furniture; LI (Light Industrial)
West - Fellowship Church; LI (Light Industrial)
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
light industrial/showroom uses.
DISCUSSION: The applicant is requesting site plan approval for a 70,000 square foot build-
to-suit for Product Support Services (PSS). This company desires to relocate
their headquarters from the city of Grapevine to Coppell. PSS repairs and
refurbishes telecommunication equipment and electronics and employs 200-
250 people. There will be two working shifts, with a maximum of 165
employees per shift. The site plan indicates 191 parking spaces, which
exceeds zoning requirements and is sufficient for this user. However, the
Data Table on the Site Plan states that there are 190 spaces and this needs to
be corrected.
This property is located at the southwest corner of Royal Lane and Gateview
Boulevard. Along the southern property line is an existing flood plain area.
The Engineering Department has determined that additional FEMA studies
will not be necessary. However, staff is requesting that the flood plain area
be more clearly delineated, and the drainage easement be realigned to reflect
the actual flood plain elevation. A note has been added to the plans to assure
that this flood plain area will be maintained, mowed and kept free of debris.
Two driveways, one on Royal and one on Gateview, will provide access to
this property. The driveway on Gateview is currently slightly offset from the
existing driveway on the north side of this street. It is recommended by the
Engineering Department that this driveway either align with the existing
driveway or be offset a minimum of 125 feet.
The Landscape Plan exceeds the requirements in terms of areas devoted to
landscaping, as well as overall tree count. Most notably, along Royal Lane is
a 30-foot-wide landscape buffer, which contains berming, low shrubs and 32
trees, approximately one-half of which are over-story trees and the remaining
are a variety of ornamentals trees, including Austrian Pines, Crape Myrtles
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and Mexican Plum. The Gateview Boulevard frontage will contain a 15-
foot-wide landscape buffer that will be further enhanced with 20 over-story
and eight ornamental trees and shrubs which will screen the parking. In lieu
of a screening wall, the loading area along the southern wall of the building,
will be shielded from view by Eastern Red Cedar trees planted approximately
seven feet on center along the southern property line and a row of Eastern
Red Cedar trees will also be planted as an extension of the eastern wall of the
building, parallel to Royal Lane. The most recent revision to the site plan
reduced the number of parking spaces for this use. While this change is
correctly illustrated on the landscape plan, the number of parking spaces and
the amount of paving detailed in the Landscape Tabulations Table need to be
revised to reflect this change.
This building will be constructed of tilt-wall with an enhanced office
entrance at the corner of Royal Lane and Gateview Boulevard. The
warehouse portions of the building will be white, with the office area being a
darker gray color. Given that approximately 60% of the frontage on Royal
and 80% of the frontage on Gateview Blvd. is the warehouse portion of the
building staff was concerned about the massing of this portion of the
elevation. In response to staff’s concern, the applicant has added an accent
stripe of the same color as the office along the warehouse portions on both
elevations, as well as vertical and horizontal reveals to break up the expanse
of these elevations. Along Royal Lane, six Cedar Elm trees, planted 30 feet
on center, have been added to further soften the appearance of this wall.
RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff is recommending APPROVAL of the site plan for Product Support Services, Lot 2,
Block 3, of the Freeport North addition, subject to the following conditions:
1) The flood plain area be more clearly delineated, and the drainage
easement be realigned to reflect the actual flood plain elevation on the
site plan.
2) The Data Table on the site plan being revised to reflect the correct
parking count.
3) Relocation of the driveway on Gateview to either align with, or be
offset 125 feet from the existing driveway on the north side of Gateview
Blvd.
4) Landscape Tabulations Table being revised to reflect the correct parking
count and paving area.
ALTERNATIVES:
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1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
4) Take under advisement for reconsideration at a later date.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Site Plan
2) Landscape Plan
3) Elevations
DEPT: Planning & Economic Development
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 18
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider approval of the Product Support Services, Lot 2, Block 3, Freeport North, Replat, to allow the
development of a 70,000 square foot office/warehouse building on approximately 5.66 acres of property located at
the southwest corner of Royal Lane and Gateview Blvd.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Date of P&Z Meeting: January 16, 2003
Decision of P&Z Commission: Approval (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey,
Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
Approval is recommended, subject to the following conditions:
1) Removal of the 500-year flood plain line, only the 100-year is required to be defined. (CONDITION
MET)
2) The drainage easement being realigned to reflect the actual flood plain elevation. (CONDITION MET)
3) The following notes being added to the replat:
• "The City of Coppell will have no responsibility for maintenance of the floodway/floodplain areas
as shown hereon; however, the City does have the authority to regulate activity in the
floodway/floodplain as per the City's Floodplain Ordinance. The maintenance of these areas shall
be the sole responsibility of the individual owner(s) adjacent to said areas. These areas are to
remain free of improvements that may obstruct the flow of storm water and protected from
potential erosion by the owners. No fences will be allowed in the floodplain, along with any other
structures as per the City's Floodplain Ordinance." and,
• “Sidewalks will be constructed by the property owner when deemed necessary by the City
Engineer." (CONDITION MET)
PLEASE SEE FOLLOWING PAGE FOR ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS:
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Agenda Request Form - Revised 09/02 Document Name: @8ProductSSRPL 1-AR
AGENDA REQUEST NARRATIVE
PRODUCT SUPPORT SERVICES, LOT 2, BLOCK 3, FREEPORT NORTH, REPLAT
CONTINUED CONDITIONS:
4) Provision of all easements required by Oncor/TXU Gas.
5) Revision to the fire lane easement within the driveway on Royal Lane to provide for a
minimum radius of 30 feet. (CONDITION MET)
6) Relocation of the fire lane easement to Gateview Boulevard due to the realignment of the
driveway. (CONDITION MET)
Staff recommends approval.
Agenda Narrative Form - Revised 1/99
@8ProductSSRPL 2-AR (Continued conditions)
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: Product Support Services, Lot 2, Block 3,
Freeport North, Replat
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 16, 2003
C.C. HEARING DATE: February 11, 2003
STAFF REP.: Marcie Diamond, Assistant Planning Director
LOCATION: Southwest corner of Royal Lane & Gateview Boulevard..
SIZE OF AREA: 5.66 acres of property.
CURRENT ZONING: LI (Light Industrial)
REQUEST: Replat approval to allow the development of a 70,000 square-foot
office/warehouse building.
APPLICANT: Applicant: Architect:
T/E Freeport North Land II Ty Holcomb
10005 Technology Blvd. West Azimuth Architecture
Suite 151 3809 Parry Ave #205
Dallas, Texas 75220 Dallas, Texas 75226
214-904-9930 214-261-9060
FAX: 214-904-9930 FAX: 214-261-9049
HISTORY: In 1984, the Final Plat for Freeport North was approved. This plat
encompassed the land from Bethel Road to north of Northpoint
Drive, contained 237± acres and provided for the extension of Royal
Lane. In April 2001 City Council approved a site plan and replat on
a 12-acre tract of property for a 167,000 square-foot office/warehouse
for the Expo Group. This building was not constructed and the replat
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was never filed; therefore, this plat has expired. The subject property
is the eastern half of this site.
TRANSPORTATION:Royal Lane is a C4D/6-four-lane divided thoroughfare in 110’ of right-of-
way (adequate for a six-lane divided thoroughfare).
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North- existing office/warehouse; LI (Light Industrial)
South – vacant; LI (Light Industrial)
East - Lam Lee Furniture; LI (Light Industrial)
West - Fellowship Church; LI (Light Industrial)
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan shows the property as suitable for
light industrial/showroom uses.
DISCUSSION: The applicant is requesting to replat a portion of the original Tract 4 of the
Freeport North Addition into a 5.66-acre tract to allow for the development
of a 70,000 office/warehouse building. As discussed in the review of the
site plan, the southern portion of this tract is in the flood plain. Although no
additional studies need to be submitted to FEMA, the Engineering
Department is requiring that: the drainage easement be realigned to reflect
the actual flood plain elevation; a statement reiterating that the property
owner will be responsible for maintenance of the flood plain area needs to be
added to the plat; and the 500-year flood plain line being removed from the
plat.
There are several other minor issues that need to be addressed prior to the
final approval of this plat. First, a standard note needs to be added to
assure that sidewalks will be constructed on the property by the owner,
when deemed necessary the City Engineer. Second, it appears that the
southern radius of the fire lane contained within the driveway on Royal
Lane is substandard and needs to be revised. Third, the location of the fire
lane to Gateview Boulevard will need to be relocated with the realignment
of the driveway. Finally, easements required by Oncor/TXU need to be
provided.
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RECOMMENDATION TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION:
Staff recommends APPROVAL of Freeport North, Lot 2, Block 3, Replat subject to
1) Removal of the 500-year flood plain line, only the 100-year is
required to be defined.
2) The drainage easement being realigned to reflect the actual
flood plain elevation.
3) The following notes being added to the replat:
• "The City of Coppell will have no responsibility for maintenance of the
floodway/floodplain areas as shown hereon; however, the City does have
the authority to regulate activity in the floodway/floodplain as per the
City's Floodplain Ordinance. The maintenance of these areas shall be the
sole responsibility of the individual owner(s) adjacent to said areas.
These areas are to remain free of improvements that may obstruct the
flow of storm water and protected from potential erosion by the owners.
No fences will be allowed in the floodplain, along with any other
structures as per the City's Floodplain Ordinance." and,
• “Sidewalks will be constructed by the property owner when deemed
necessary by the City Engineer."
4) Provision of all easements required by Oncor/TXU Gas.
5) Revision to the fire lane easement within the driveway on Royal Lane to
provide for a minimum radius of 30 feet.
6) Relocation of the fire lane easement to Gateview Boulevard due to the
realignment of the driveway.
ALTERNATIVES:
1) Recommend approval of the request.
2) Recommend disapproval of the request
3) Recommend modification of the request
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Replat of Lot 2, Block 3 of the Freeport North Addition.
DEPT: City Manager
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 19
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
ITEM CAPTION:
Consider directing staff to submit the Old Coppell Master Plan to the Planning and Zoning Commission for
revisions to ensure consistency with the Zoning Ordinance and the adopted Comprehensive Plan,and recommend
appropriate action.
GOAL(S):
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL COMMENTS:
DIR. REVIEW: FIN. REVIEW: CM REVIEW:
Agenda Request Form - Revised 09/02 Document Name: !OldCoppell
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 20
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
NECESSARY ACTION RESULTING FROM WORK SESSION
Agenda Request Form - Revised 09/02 Document Name: %necessaryactionwork
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 21
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
A. Repor t by Mayor Sheehan regarding Regional Transpor tation Task Force Public
Forums.
B. Repor t by Mayor Sheehan regarding Actis Ribbon-Cutting.
C. Repor t by Mayor Sheehan regarding Leadership Coppell.
D. Repor t by Councilmember Peters regarding TEX-21 Legislative Caucus.
E. Repor t by Councilmember Peters regarding NAIOP Meeting.
Agenda Request Form - Revised 09/02 Document Name: %mayorreport
DATE: February 11, 2003
ITEM #: 22
AGENDA REQUEST FORM
NECESSARY ACTION RESULTING FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Agenda Request Form - Revised 09/02 Document Name: %necessaryactionexec