BM 2003-01-16 PZ Minutes of January 16, 2003
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Coppell met in pre-session at 6 p.m., and in
regular session at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, January 16, 2003, in the Council Chambers of Coppell
Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Chairman Greg McGahey
Vice Chairman Drew Halsey
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Ann Dragon
Commissioner Lee Foreman
Commissioner Dornell Reese, Jr.
Also present were Graduate Engineer Teresa Turner, Fire Marshal Travis Crump, Planning Director
Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond, Economic Development Coordinator Andrea
Roy and Sr. Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Commissioner Rick McCaffrey was absent.
PRE-SESSION (Open to the Public)
Briefing on the Agenda.
Staffbriefed the Commission on the cases.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Call to Order.
Chairman McGahey called the meeting to order.
Approval of Minutes dated December 19, 2002
Commissioner Foreman made a motion to approve the minutes of December 19, 2002, as
written. Commissioner Dragon seconded; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese,
Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-97R-
R~ Corners of Coppell, zoning change request from PD-97-R (Planned Development-97-
REtail) to PD-97R-R (Planned Development-97 REvised-REtail), to allow a 5,970 square-
foot retail building with a dry cleaners on approximately .802 of an acre of property
located at the southeast corner of MacArthur Blvd. and Sandy Lake Road, at
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the request of S&S Kim Corporation.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits, reiterating the past history of this property. After briefly reviewing the status of this
proposal, Ms. Diamond stated that staff recommends denial due to the lack of response from
the applicant and issues relating to orientation, size and design of the proposed building.
The applicant was not present.
Public Hearing:
Chairman McGahey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted to speak either
in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come forward. No one spoke.
Chairman McGahey closed the public hearing.
Discussion:
Commissioner Foreman asked to clarify and identify some points for the record; i.e., as
presently designed, the proposed size of the building is too large for the property. He
mentioned that at one point, this property was proposed to house an approximate 2,600
square-foot 7-11 building, and this recent submittal calls for a 5,700 square-foot building,
which overloads the property.
Action:
Vice Chairman Halsey made a motion to deny Case No. PD-97R-tL Corners of Coppell,
zoning change request from PD-97-R to PD-97R-R. Commissioner Foreman seconded the
motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon
and Foreman voting in favor of denial. None opposed.
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, at
the request of Stifling Wainscott, Inc.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits, including a color board. After reviewing the history of this case, she showed exhibits
of the original and subsequently revised elevations. After advising the Commission that the
entire fire lane needs to be constructed with the first phase of this development, Ms. Diamond
stated that staff recommends approval of this Site Plan, subject to one condition, which she
read into the record.
James Bratton, Stifling Wainscott, 4815 Keller Springs, Addison, TX 75001, was present to
represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating agreement with
the staff condition.
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Discussion:
Some discussion ensued relative to enhancing the landscaping between the buildings and the
parking areas (main entrance areas) and along the northern elevations. Mr. Bratton
volunteered to add shrubs to soften the elevations.
Action:
Commissioner Foreman made a motion to approve the Riverview Office Development, Lot 1,
Block A, Site Plan, 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.
Commissioner Dragon seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese,
Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
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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, at
the request of Stifling Wainscott, Inc.
Presentation:
Assistant Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit
of the proposal, mentioning that the fire lane needs to be platted. Ms. Diamond then stated that
staff recommends approval, subject to one condition, which she read into the record.
Tim Porter, Dowdey, Anderson & Associates, Inc., 5225 Village Creek Drive, Piano, TX
75093, was present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions,
stating agreement with staff's condition.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Foreman made a motion to approve the Riverview Office Development, Lot 1,
Block A, Minor Plat, subject to the following condition:
1) Easements being provided for Oncor facilities.
Vice Chairman Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese,
Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1205~ Marble Slab Creamery,
zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to TC-S-1205 (Town Center, Special
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Use Permit-1205), to allow a 1,100 square-foot ice cream shop at 130 Denton Tap Road,
at the request of Kris Silverthorn.
Presentation:
Assistant Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits
of the proposal, mentioning a variance to the parking regulations has been obtained from the
Board of Adjustment. After reviewing the parking survey and requested signage, Ms.
Diamond stated that staff recommends approval, subject to three conditions, which she read
into the record. She also mentioned that of nine notices sent to property owners within 200',
staff received no responses.
Mark Matise, 5207 McKinney Avenue, Suite 12, Dallas, TX 75205, was present to represent
this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating agreement with staff's
conditions.
Public Hearing:
Chairman McGahey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted to speak either
in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come forward. No one spoke.
Chairman McGahey closed the public hearing.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed as to when the store would be operational. Mr. Matise anticipates
90 days after all approvals from the City have been obtained. Signage was briefly discussed,
and it was suggested that the color of the raceway be included in the conditions.
Action:
Commissioner Dragon made a motion to approve Case No. S-1205, 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 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.
Commissioner Foreman seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese,
Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
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PUBLIC HEARING: 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
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and to modify the industrial park identification sign location and design on property
located east & west of Northpoint Drive, south of Sandy Lake Road, at the request of
Amber Jack, Ltd.
Presentation:
Economic Development Coordinator Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits, reiterating the past history of this property. After reviewing the various
issues, including relocating one of the originally proposed Business Park entry signs, size and
set-back requirements of additional signage, Ms. Roy stated that staff recommends approval,
subject to two conditions, which she read into the record. She also mentioned that of 21
notices sent to property owners within 200' of this proposal, only one favorable response was
returned.
Jim Gaspard, Transwestern Commercial Services, 6106 McCommas Boulevard, Dallas, TX,
was present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating
agreement with staff's conditions.
Public Hearing:
Chairman McGahey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted to speak either
in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come forward. No one spoke.
Chairman McGahey closed the public hearing.
Discussion:
A question was asked about the use of the property between the proposed building and Sandy
Lake Road. Mr. Gaspard stated this property would be held for possible future expansion of
Staples. A question regarding whether or not the expansion of Sandy Lake Road will impact
future development on this property was clarified.
Action:
Vice Chairman Halsey made a motion to approve Case No. PD-194R2, Amberpoint Business
Park, zoning change request from PD-194 to PD-194R2, 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.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese,
Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
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Consider approval of The Mercantile Addition~ Lots 1 and 2~ Block A~ Site Plan~ to
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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, at the request of Greg Yancey, Turner-Gesek Investments.
Presentation:
Economic Development Coordinator Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits, including a color board, advising the Commission of its location (south of the
Callahan Medical/Office facility), and proposed site plan, architecture and landscaping. She
stated that the site will be developed in two phases, adding that a required mutual access
through this property has been provided to serve the Riverside Church of Christ. She went on
to say that staff recommends approval of this Site Plan, subject to three conditions, which she
read into the record.
John Gesek, developer, 105 Sand Point Court, Coppell, TX 75019, was present to represent
this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating agreement with staff's
conditions.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve The Mercantile Addition, Lots 1 and 2,
Block A, Site Plan, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Relocate the proposed monument sign 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 staffwith 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.
Commissioner Dragon seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese,
Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
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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 at the request of Greg Yancey, Turner-Gesek Investments.
Presentation:
Economic Development Coordinator Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits, stating that staffrecommends approval of this Minor Plat with no conditions.
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The applicant chose not to speak.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Vice Chairman Halsey made a motion to approve The Mercantile Addition, Lots 1 and 2 Block
A, Minor Plat, with no conditions. Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried
(6-0) with Commissioners Reese, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in
favor. None opposed.
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., at the request of Ty Holcomb, Azimuth Architecture.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits and a color board, stating that this company is moving this office/warehouse facility
from Grapevine. Employees will work in two shifts, and there will be sufficient parking. After
discussing concerns regarding the site plan, landscape plan and elevations, she stated that staff
recommends approval, subject to four conditions, which she read into the record.
John Taylor, Azimuth Architecture, 3809 Parry Avenue, Suite 205, Dallas, TX 75226, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating
agreement with staff's conditions.
Discussion:
There was discussion and concern expressed relative to the location of the drive, landscaping,
the length of the warehouse elevations visible from Royal Lane and Gateview Boulevard, the
need to break up the expanses, etc. Mr. Taylor said since there is no offset between the
warehouse and office portion of this structure, it would be possible to offset the office portion
by 8 to 12". Chairman McGahey concurred with this idea but stated that additional
architectural detailing along the warehouse wall still needs to be added. Mr. Taylor then
suggested additional vertical articulation between the joints to better complement the office
vertical reveals.
Action:
Vice Chairman Halsey made a motion to approve the Product Support Services, Lot 2, Block
3, Freeport North. Site Plan, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Offset the office portion away from the main warehouse wall
on the eastern elevation.
2)
Add additional architectural features (vertical reveals between
the panel joints) along the warehouse walls to break up the
expanse.
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.
4)
The Data Table on the site plan being revised to reflect the
correct parking count.
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.
6)
Landscape Tabulations Table being revised to reflect the correct
parking count and paving area.
Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese,
Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
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PUBLIC HEARING: 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., at the request of Ty Holcomb,
Azimuth Architecture.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits. After reviewing concerns, she stated that staff recommends approval of this Replat,
subject to six conditions, which she read into the record.
Mark Donohue, Jones & Carter, 3030 LBJ Freeway, Suite 910, Dallas, TX 75234, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating
agreement with staff's conditions.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Public Hearing:
Chairman McGahey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted to speak either
in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come forward. No one spoke.
Chairman McGahey closed the public hearing.
Action:
Commissioner Dragon made a motion to approve the Product Support Services, Lot 2, Block
3, Freeport North, Replat, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Removal of the 500-year flood plain line, only the 100-year is required to
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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.
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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.
Vice Chairman Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Reese,
Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Foreman voting in favor. None opposed.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues.
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions on January 14, 2003:
a. Case No. PD-186R5, Duke-Freeport, zoning change request from PD-
186R2 to PD-186R5.
b. Duke-Freeport Addition, Lots 3R, 3R-X1 and 3R-X2, Block A, a
Replat of a portion of Lot 1, and all of Lot 3, Block A, and a Minor
Plat.
c. Ordinance for Case No. S-1203, CiCi's Pizza, zoning change from
C to C-S-1203.
Planning Director Gary Sieb advised the Commission of Council's approval of items a
through c above.
Director's comments:
a. Welcome to newly-appointed member, Dornell Reese, Jr.
Planning Director Sieb welcomed Commission Reese and reminded the Chair and Vice
Chair of the Mayor's Breakfast on February 15th at the Service Center.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 7:45 p.m.
Greg McGahey, Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara Jahoda, Secretary
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