BM 2004-08-19 PZ Minutes of August 19, 2004
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, August 19, 2004, in the Council Chambers of Coppell
Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were
present:
Chairman Drew Halsey
Vice Chairman Lee Foreman
Commissioner Rick McCaffrey
Commissioner Dornell Reese, Jr.
Commissioner Paul Milosevich
Also present were Director of Engineering/PW Ken Griffin, Fire Marshal Tim Oates, Planning
Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond, City Planner Matt Steer and
Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Commissioners Mark Borchgardt and Anna Kittrell were absent.
PRE-SESSION (Open to the Public)
Briefing on the Agenda.
Staff briefed the Commission on the cases.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Call to Order.
Chairman Halsey called the meeting to order.
Approval of Minutes dated July 15, 2004.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve the minutes of July 15, 2004, as
written. Commissioner Reese seconded; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Milosevich, Halsey, Foreman and Reese voting in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Riverchase Townhomes Addition~ Lots 1X-48~ Final Plat to
allow the construction of 48 single-family attached homes and three common areas on
4.42 acres of property located along the east side of MacArthur Boulevard,
approximately 1,400 feet north of Riverchase Drive, at the request of Jason Rose,
Architect.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits,
stating that staff recommends approval of this Final Plat, subject to four conditions, which
he read into the record.
Jason Rose, 1200 College Parkway, Suite 417, Lewisville, TX 75077, present to
represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement
with staff conditions.
Discussion:
There was some discussion regarding the addition of an access to a dedicated street for three
lots at the end of the cul-de-sac.
Action:
With the Planning Commission having Final Plat approval authority, granted by City
Council on June 8, 2004, Commissioner Reese made a motion to approve the Riverchase
Townhomes Addition, Lots 1X-48, Final Plat, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Establish a Homeowners Association to maintain all common areas in this
development and have the City approve as to form.
2) Abide by Engineering comments related to this Plat document (attached).
3)
Area at end of cul-de-sac needs to be identified as "Lot 3X", if common
area.
4) Contact Larry Reddick at (972) 323-8917 to discuss TXU easements.
Vice Chairman Foreman seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Milosevich, Halsey, Foreman and Reese voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1220-TC~ Verizon Wireless,
zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to S-1220-TC (Special Use Permit-
1220-Town Center) to allow for the replacement of a 70-foot light standard with an 80-
foot light standard to permit a wireless communication antenna, with ground-mounted
equipment, located at 363 N. Denton Tap Road (Andrew Brown Park West), at the
request of Mason M. Griffin, Attorney.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits,
describing the 12'x14' brick enclosed equipment facility. He stated that staff
recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, subject to eight conditions, which he
read into the record, revising Condition No. 1 to indicate that the equipment shelter
should not attach to the concession building. Mr. Sieb then said that of the 20 notices
sent to property owners within 200' feet of this zoning change, no favorable responses
and one response in opposition were returned to the Planning Department.
Brock Bailey, attorney with Bracewell and Patterson, LLP, 500 N. Akard Street, Suite
4000, Dallas, TX 75201, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer
any questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. He presented a comprehensive
PowerPoint presentation, describing present and future coverage and capacity of service.
Public Hearing:
Chairman Halsey 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 Halsey closed the public hearing.
Discussion:
There was some discussion relative to the amount of time it would require to replace the 70'
light standard and the desire not to disrupt park activities.
Action:
Vice Chairman Foreman made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. S-1220-TC,
Verizon Wireless, zoning change request from TC to S-1220-TC to allow for the
replacement of a 70-foot light standard with an 80-foot light standard to permit a wireless
communication antenna, with ground-mounted equipment at Andrew Brown Park West,
subject to the following conditions:
1)
Equipment shelter will match existing brick color and pattern of concession
stand, and will not attach to the existing building on the north side.
2)
Construction procedures of this application will not interfere with activities
scheduled within the park, and procedures and detailed plans will be
approved by the Parks Department.
3) No game schedules can be affected by this construction.
4)
Removal of existing light standard and installation of new light standard
must occur on same day.
5)
Any damage to the Park will be repaired by Verizon; repairs will require
approval of the Parks Department.
6) A lease agreement will be approved by City Council.
7)
Entrance to the concession building addition will be moved to the south side
of the addition.
8) Need sealed structural drawings on new base support or engineer's
certification of existing base to support new pole.
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Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Milosevich, Halsey, Foreman and Reese voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1221-C~ Verizon Wireless,
zoning change request from C (Commercial) to S-1221-C (Special Use Permit-1221-
Commercial), to allow for a maximum 25-foot extension of an existing 75-foot
monopole, to allow for a co-location of a wireless communication antenna at a height of
100-feet, with ground-mounted equipment, located at 636 Sandy Lake Road, at the
request of Mason M. Griffin, Attorney.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits.
After stating staff's concerns relative to the objectives of Section 12-32A of the Coppell
Zoning Ordinance (Wireless Telecommunications Towers and Antennae), the tower's
adjacency to the Austin Place residential subdivision and proximity to other subdivisions,
its proximity to Lee Elementary School, the co-location of additional equipment cabinets
at the base of the tower, and the height concern, he stated that staff recommends denial of
this Special Use Permit. Mr. Sieb then added that of the 23 notices sent to property
owners within 200' of this zoning change request, no favorable responses and two
responses in opposition were returned to the Planning Department.
Brock Bailey, attorney with Bracewell and Patterson, LLP, 500 N. Akard Street, Suite
4000, Dallas, TX 75201, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer
any questions, addressed staff concerns and presented another comprehensive PowerPoint
presentation, describing present and future coverage and capacity of service.
Discussion:
Extensive discussion followed regarding the tower's location, the addition of a brick wall
surrounding the equipment facility, the proposed height, number of customers in Coppell
who would be affected if this request were approved, whether or not other near-by locations
were considered, safety concerns regarding whether or not the foundation would be safe if
more height and antennae were placed on the existing pole, differing opinions as to the
interpretation of the present Ordinance, etc.
Public Hearing:
Chairman Halsey 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. The
following person spoke:
Lisa Schmidt, 12 Arrowhead Circle, Hickory Creek, TX 75065, owner of
SpectraSite Communications (the existing tower), who spoke in favor of this
proposal, stating that one of her other tower structures in the City of Coppell
has been extended above the 80' limit. When asked where it was located,
she could not answer with certainty.
Chairman Halsey closed the public hearing.
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Action:
Vice Chairman Forman made a motion to continue this Public Hearing to the September
16 Commission meeting to allow the applicant to verify with City staff the base
enclosure, have staff verify the stability of the tower were it extended to bear additional
antennae and further verify prior negotiations with St. Ann Catholic Church. The motion
died for lack of a second.
Commissioner Milosevich made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. S-1221-C,
Verizon Wireless, zoning change request from C to S-1221-C, to allow for a maximum
25-foot extension of an existing 75-foot monopole and to allow for a co-location of
wireless communication antennae at the height of 100-feet, with ground-mounted
equipment, located 636 Sandy Lake Road, subject to the following conditions:
1)
The ground equipment area and existing tower be completely enclosed
in brick or masonry product, as approved of City staff.
2)
The Chief Building Official review and accept signed and sealed
structural drawings from a registered structural engineer attesting
that the existing tower and foundation are structurally sound to bear
the additional weight of a 25' extension with six additional antennae.
Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried (3-2) with Commissioners
Milosevich, Foreman and Reese voting in favor. Commissioners McCaffrey and Halsey
opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1219-TC~ Carvel Ice Cream,
zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to S-1219-TC (Special Use Permit-
1219-Town Center), to allow the operation of a 1,500-square-foot ice cream shop to be
located in the Town Center Addition, Lot 2, Block 3, along the east side of Denton Tap
Road, north of Town Center Blvd., at the request of Joe and Lisa Florentino.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits, expressing staff's concern regarding the location of the proposed sign.
She then stated that staff recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, subject to two
conditions, which she read into the record, advising the Commission that an additional
condition may be needed regarding the location of the attached signage. Ms. Diamond
advised that notices were sent to nine property owners within 200' of this proposal and
no responses were returned to the Planning Department.
Joe Florentino, 330 Rockland Drive, Highland Village, TX 75077, present to represent
this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with staff
conditions and presented to the Commission a new elevation showing the latest location
of the proposed attached signage. Because this building is presently under construction
and the entrance to this lease space has yet to be confirmed, Ms. Diamond stated that staff
would be more comfortable approving the location of the sign on the elevations when this
determination is made.
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Public Hearing:
Chairman Halsey 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 Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was some discussion regarding location and type of signage, etc.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. S-1219-
TC, Carvel Ice Cream, zoning change request from TC to S-1219-TC, subject to the
following conditions:
1)
Location of the attached signage must be approved by staff prior to submission
to Council for consideration.
2)
The property shall be developed in accordance with the site plan, floor plan
and revised sign plan.
3) The hours of operation shall not exceed 6 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week.
Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Milosevich, Halsey, Foreman and Reese voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of PD-161R-SF-12~ Stratford Manor, zoning
change request from PD-161-SF-12 (Planned Development-161-Single Family-12) to
PD-161R-SF-12 (Planned Development-161 Revised-SF-12), to amend the Landscape
Plan to allow for an 144-square-foot entry building, with landscaping in the common
area (Lot 1X), at the request of Bill Anderson, Dowdey, Anderson & Associates, Inc.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item, showing exhibits,
stating that staff recommends approval of this amendment, subject to one condition,
which she read into the record. She mentioned that 38 notices were sent to property
owners within 200' of this proposal and seven favorable replies were returned to the
Planning Department - none in opposition.
Bill Anderson, 705 Stratford Lane, Coppell, TX 75019, present to represent this case
before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with the staff
condition.
Public Hearing:
Chairman Halsey 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 Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Vice Chairman Foreman made a motion to recommend approval of PD-161R-SF-12,
Stratford Manor, zoning change request from PD-161-SF-12 to PD-161R-SF-12, to
amend the Landscape Plan to allow for an 144-square-foot entry building, with
landscaping in the common area (Lot 1X), subject to the following condition:
1)
Prior to the issuance of a building permit for this structure, the
Engineering Department must approve plans, which shall include a
contractor's verification of the location of the existing water and sewer
mains and services relative to the proposed structure. If a conflict exists,
the utility lines shall be relocated out from under the proposed structure.
Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners McCaffrey, Milosevich, Halsey, Foreman and Reese voting in favor.
None opposed.
9. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1108R2-A~ Sprint Spectrum
Communication, zoning change request from S-1108R-A (Special Use Permit-Il08
Revised-Agriculture) to S-1108R2-A (Special Use Permit-1108 Revision 2-Agriculture),
to allow for a wireless communication antenna to be mounted to an existing electric
transmission tower, with an accessory cabinet at the base of the tower, located
approximately 1,000-feet southwest of the intersection of MacArthur Boulevard and
the transmission line easement; north of Belt Line Road, at the request of Ryan Ivey.
Presentation:
City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits. After
discussing the access, proposed height and masonry screening of the ground equipment
area, Mr. Steer mentioned that 11 notices were sent to property owners within 200' and
one favorable response was returned to the Planning Department; none opposed. He
went on to say that staff recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, subject to three
conditions, which he read into the record, amending Condition No. 3 to eliminate
reference to the gate color.
Ryan Ivey, Sprint Spectrum, L.P., 701 Presidential Drive, Richardson, TX 75081, present
to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement
with staff conditions, mentioning that their lease agreement is with TXU.
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Discussion:
Some discussion followed regarding contacting/informing the Homeowners Association
about this proposed project.
Public Hearing:
Chairman Halsey 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 Halsey closed the public hearing.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. S-
i 10$R2-A, Sprint Spectrum Communication, zoning change request from S-110$R-A to
S-110$R2-A, to allow for a wireless communication antenna to be mounted to an existing
electric transmission tower, with an accessory cabinet at the base of the tower, located
approximately 1,000-feet southwest of the intersection of MacArthur Boulevard and the
transmission line easement; north of Belt Line Road, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Access drive shall be constructed of material capable of supporting
40,000 pounds.
2)
If access or improvements are within the Riverchase HOA, permission
must be granted by the HOA prior to construction.
3)
Show masonry wall and gate specifications (i.e., material, color and type).
The brick color shall match the Coppell Crossing retail center (not painted).
Vice Chairman Foreman seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Milosevich, Halsey, Foreman and Reese voting in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Natches Trace Addition~ Lot 1~ Block C~ Site Plan (Town
Center Bank), to allow the construction of an 8,867-square-foot bank facility on 1.550
acres of property located along the east side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 300-
feet south of S.H. 121, at the request of Craig Garcia, The SLI Group, Inc.
Presentation:
City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits,
including a color rendering of the bank facility. After reviewing this proposal, he stated
that staff recommends approval, subject to nine conditions, which he read into the record.
Craig Garcia, SLI Group, Inc., 10200 Old Katy Road, Houston, TX 77043, present to
represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated that all staff
concerns have been addressed, with the exception of changing the bank name, which
would not be an option. Ed Thomas, President of the Town Center Bank, 721 Marlee
Circle, Coppell, TX 75019, also addressed the name change issue.
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Discussion:
There was some discussion regarding the roof elevations,
change, the layout of the ATM lane, etc.
reasoning for suggesting a name
Action:
Vice Chairman Foreman made a motion to recommend approval of the Natches Trace
Addition, Lot 1, Block C, Site Plan (Town Center Bank), to allow the construction of an
8,867-square-foot bank facility on 1.550 acres of property located along the east side of
Denton Tap Road, approximately 300-feet south of S.H. 121, subject to the following
conditions (eliminating staff Condition #1 requesting the applicant to consider a different
name for the bank):
1)
Submit a copy of the easement that contains the pavement on the south
side of the site on the adjacent lot.
2)
Ensure the easements shown on the plat are correctly reflected on the
Site Plan.
3) Indicate firelane turning radii (30' inside & 54' outside minimum required).
4) A Fire Department connection is to be located within 50' of a fire hydrant.
5)
Show the location of all existing and proposed fire hydrants on the Site
Plan. These are required every 300' along the firelane.
6) Revise proposed parking figures from 53 to 50.
7) Show 44 Carissa Hollies instead of the 41 shown in chart.
8) Increase the size of the Aristocrat Pear by at least one-caliper inch.
Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Milosevich, Halsey, Foreman and Reese voting in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Natches Trace Addition~ Lot 1~ Block C~ Minor Plat (Town
Center Bank), to allow the construction of a 8,867-square-foot bank facility on 1.550
acres of property located along the east side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 300-
feet south of S.H. 121, at the request of John Blacker, Kimley-Horn and Associates.
Presentation:
City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits. After
reviewing required easements, he stated that staff recommends approval, subject to four
conditions, which he read into the record.
John Blacker, Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., 2301 Eagle Parkway, Ft. Worth, TX
76177, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions,
stated agreement with staff conditions.
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Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Vice Chairman Foreman made a motion to recommend approval of the Natches Trace
Addition, Lot 1, Block C, Minor Plat (Town Center Bank), subject to the following
conditions:
1)
Contact Larry Reddick at 972-323-8917 to discuss TXU easement
requirement.
2) Depict the proper turning radii for firelane, 30' inside and 54' outside.
3)
Show volume and page for the off-site mutual access and fire lane
easement shown to northeast of the property (Vol.~Page~).
4) Compliance with the Engineering comment sheet.
Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Milosevich, Halsey, Foreman and Reese voting in favor. None opposed.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues.
A. Update on Council planning agenda action on August 10, 2004:
a. Sandy Lake Crossing Addition, Lot 2R, Block 1, Site Plan, to allow
the construction of an approximate 7,200-square-foot retail
building on 0.737 of an acre of property located along the south
side of Sandy Lake Road, approximately 200 feet west of Denton
Tap Road.
b. Sandy Lake Crossing Addition, Lot 2R, Block 1, Replat.
c. PD-199R-HC, Vista Point II, zoning change request from PD-199-
HC to PD-199R-HC to attach a Detail Site Plan to Tract 1, to allow
the construction of three office/assembly/warehouse buildings
totaling 93,550-square feet on 9.1 acres of property located south
of State Highway 121, west of MacArthur Blvd.
d. Vista Point II Addition Lots 1-7, Block A, Replat, to allow the
construction of the first phase of development consisting of three
office/assembly/warehouse buildings.
e. The Mercantile Addition, Lot 2, Block A, Site Plan Amendment, to
revise the size and configuration of an office building.
f. PD-203-R, Coppell Florist, zoning change request from SF-12 to PD-
203-R to allow the construction of a florist shop and office uses.
g. Coppell Florist Addition, Lot 1, Block A, Replat.
h. PD-202-TH-1, Villas of Lake Vista, zoning change request from HC
to PD-202-TH-1 to allow the construction of 155 townhome lots and
23 common areas on approximately 22 acres of property located
south of Lake Vista Drive, east of MacArthur Blvd.
i. Villas of Lake Vista, Preliminary Plat. Requested the P&Z
Commission be Final Plat approval authority.
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One-year extension to the expiration date of the MacArthur Vista
Center, Lot 1, Block A, Site Plan, to allow the development of an
approximate 10,048-square-foot office/retail/medical building on
1.409 acres of property located along the east side of MacArthur
Blvd., south of Denton Creek.
60-day extension to the expiration date for the Hidden Valley, Final
Plat, to allow a 16-lot single-family subdivision on 7.3 acres of
property zoned PD-106-SF-9, located along the southerly extension
of Hidden Valley Road.
Ordinance for Case No. PD-163R2-SF-9, Windsor Estates, zoning
change from PD-163R-SF-9 to PD-163R2-SF-9 to allow the
replatting of Lots 4&5, Block B, into one lot; revising the size of the
common areas (Lots 1X and 19X, Block A); revising the size of Lots
1, 2, 14, 16 and 17, Block A; renaming Lot 15 to Lot 15X, and
revising the 100-year Flood Plain line.
Ordinance for Case No. PD-186R6-LI, Duke-Freeport, zoning
change from PD-186R3-LI to PD-186R6-LI, to attach a Detail Site
Plan to Lots 6 and 7 (formally Building 3), to allow the construction
of a 140,000-square-foot building on Lot 6 and a 70,000-square-foot
building on Lot 7, totaling approximately 14.13 acres of property
located along the west side of Freeport Parkway, south of Creekview
Drive.
Ordinance for Case No. S-1216, Cold Stone Creamery, zoning
change from PD-157R6-C to PD-157R6-C-S-1216, to allow the
operation of an approximate 1,600-square-foot restaurant to be
located at 809 S. MacArthur.
Planning Director Sieb reported that Council approved all of the above-
mentioned items on August 10th.
B. Director's comments:
Planning Director Sieb mentioned that there were 33 applications for
appointments to the Planning Commission and only those 20 applicants
indicating the Planning Commission as their first choice were interviewed.
He stated that Council will announce appointments at their September 14th
meeting, and a reception for new and current Board and Commission
members will take place on September 28th. All applicants will received a
letter regarding Council's action.
Commissioner Milosevich apologized to Gary Sieb, other staff members and
the Commission for some of his comments expressed tonight.
Commissioner Reese inquired as to the status of the dormers required on
the Riverchase Office Development. Commissioner McCaffrey gave an
update.
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With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:40 p.m.
Drew Halsey, Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara Jahoda, Secretary
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