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BM 2004-10-21 PZ Minutes of October 21, 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, October 21, 2004, in the Council Chambers of Coppell Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard. Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present: Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Lee Foreman Rick McCaffrey Anna Kittrell Dornell Reese, Jr. Mark Borchgardt Paul Milosevich Matt Hall 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. PRE-SESSION (Open to the Public) Briefing on the Agenda. Staff briefed the Commission on the cases. REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public) Election of a Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioner Borchgardt made a motion to nominate Lee Foreman for Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioner Kittrell seconded; motion carried (7- 0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. Election of a Vice Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to nominate Anna Kittrell for Vice Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioner Borchgardt seconded; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. Call to Order. Chairman Foreman called the meeting to order. Approval of Minutes dated September 16, 2004. Vice Chairman Kittrell made a motion to approve the minutes of September 16, 2004, as written. Commissioner Borchgardt seconded; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-206-HO-R~ Conoboy Addition~ zoning change request from HO-R (Historic Overlay-Retail) to PD-206-HO- R (Planned Development-206-Historic Overlay-Retail), to allow the conversion of a 2,480-square-foot residential structure to an office use on 0.4 of an acre of property located along the west side of Coppell Road, approximately 300 feet south of Bethel Road (717 Coppell Road), at the request of Jon Smith, Smith Builders. Presentation: City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits. After reviewing the site plan, landscape plan, elevations and signage, Mr. Steer mentioned that of eight notices sent to property owners within 200' feet of this property, no responses either in favor or opposition were received by the Planning Department. He then stated that staff recommends approval of this PD, subject to four conditions, which he read into the record. Jon Smith, Smith Builders, 143 S. Moore Road, Coppell, TX 75019, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. Public Hearing: Chairman Foreman 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 Foreman closed the public hearing. Discussion: There was no discussion. Action: Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. PD-206- HO-R, Conoboy Addition, zoning change request from HO-R to PD-206-HO-R, subject to the following conditions: 1) Change note on Site Plan to read "PD Conditions". 2) Change sign description to note a spot light pointing down, rather than up. o go 3) A tree removal permit is required prior to start of construction. 4) Refer to the Engineering comment sheet. Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. Consider approval of the Conoboy Additiom Lot 1~ Block A~ Minor Plat, to allow an office building on 0.4 of an acre of property located along the west side of Coppell Road, approximately 300 feet south of Bethel Road (717 Coppell Road), at the request of Walter Nelson, Walter Nelson and Associates. Presentation: City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits, stating that staff recommends approval of this Minor Plat, subject to one condition, which he read into the record. Jon Smith, Smith Builders, 143 S. Moore Road, Coppell, TX 75019, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with the staff condition. Discussion: There was no discussion. Action: Commissioner Borchgardt made a motion to recommend approval of the Conoboy Addition, Lot 1, Block A, Minor Plat, subject to the following condition: 1) Compliance with the Engineering PD comments. Commissioner Reese seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-207-C~ Ballet Academy of Texas~ zoning change request from C (Commercial) to PD-207-C (Planned Development-207-Commercial) to allow the construction of an ll,214-square-foot ballet studio on 1.17 acres of property located along the south side of Fitness Court, approximately 350 feet west of Denton Tap Road, at the request of Mark Wainscott, Wainscott Companies. Presentation: Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits and a color board. After discussing the site plan, landscape plan, elevations and proposed signage, he stated that of the seven notices sent to property owners within 200 feet, no o responses either in favor or in opposition were received by the Planning Department. He then stated that staff recommends approval of this PD, reading six staff conditions into the record. Mark Wainscott, Architect, 4815 Keller Springs Road, Addison, TX 75001, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, addressed the staff comment regarding the use of fabric vs. metal awnings (maintenance/longevity concerns), acknowledging agreement with the other conditions. Discussion: There was considerable discussion regarding the fabric vs. metal awning requirement, a question regarding the fire lane issue, etc. Public Hearin~;: Chairman Foreman 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 Foreman closed the public hearing. Action: Commissioner Borchgardt made a motion to recommend approval of PD-207-C, Ballet Academy of Texas, zoning change request from C to PD-207-C, subject to the following conditions: 1) Obtain permission from property owner to the south to extend driveways/fire lanes into their property. If permission cannot be procured, approval of the Fire Marshal of alternate fire protection is required. 2) Metal awnings are not allowed. Replace with fabric in same color scheme. 3) Provide street width dimensions for Fitness Court. 4) All over-story trees need to be planted a minimum of 30 feet apart. 5) Monument sign shall not exceed 40-square feet. 6) Provide parking at a ratio of 1:250. Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. Consider approval of the Ballet Academy of Texas~ Lot 1~ Block A~ Minor Plat~ to allow a ballet studio on 1.17 acres of property located along the south side of Fitness Court, approximately 350 feet west of Denton Tap Road, at the request of Mark Wainscott, Wainscott Companies. 10. Presentation: Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit, stating that staff recommends approval of this Minor Plat, reading four staff conditions into the record. Mark Wainscott, Architect, 4815 Keller Springs Road, Addison, TX 75001, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. Discussion: There was no discussion. Action: Commissioner Hall made a motion to recommend approval of the Ballet Academy of Texas, Lot 1, Block A, Minor Plat, subject to the following conditions: 1) Obtain written permission from property owner to the south to extend driveways/fire lanes into their property. If permission cannot be procured, approval of the Fire Marshal of alternate fire protection is required. 2) Contact Larry Redick at (972) 323-8917 to discuss electric easement requirements and George Melindez at (972) 485-6204 to discuss gas easement requirements. 3) Adherence to the attached Engineering Department comments. 4) Move Floodplain Administrator block below City Secretary' s signature. Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1217-LI~ Coppell South Substation, zoning change request from LI (Light Industrial) to S-1217-LI (Special Use Permit-1217-Light Industrial), to allow the construction of an electric substation on 4.3 acres of property located along the north side of Southwestern Boulevard, approximately 500 feet west of Coppell Road, at the request of Masterplan/Dallas Cothrum. Presentation: Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits. After reviewing the site plan, landscape plan and elevations, she stated that staff is recommending the chain-link/barb-wire fence, with landscaping, proposed to encircle the substation facility, be changed to a four-sided, six-foot solid masonry/brick landscaped screening wall. Ms. Diamond stated that six notices were sent to property owners within 200 feet and since three owners voiced opposition to this proposal, a three- quarter affirmative vote of Council (6 out of 7) would be needed to approve this request. Ms. Diamond then stated that staff recommends approval of this application, subject to two conditions, which she read into the record. Dallas Cothrum, MASTERPLAN, 500 S. Ervay, Suite 112B, Dallas, TX 75201, present to represent this case before the Commission, gave an extensive presentation as to the need for additional reliable electrical service to this industrial area. Mr. Cothrum stated that substations need to be located along transmission lines, necessitating locating at very specific areas. Public Hearing: Chairman Foreman 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 in opposition: Trac Bledsoe, PacTrust, 11701 Luna Road, Farmers Branch, TX - expressed opposition to the substation at this location because PacTrust believes it will adversely affect property values in the immediate area, acknowledging the fact that this service is needed. He asked that the Commission postpone a decision on this case for 30 days to give PacTrust an opportunity to see what other locations might be available to this applicant so that this facility isn't so visible at the front doorstep of Coppell. He added that appropriate screening is absolutely necessary, noting his opinion that a 6'-high screening wall seems extremely short. He also feels that the drive into the facility needs to be adequate and not be merely a dirt path. Mr. Cothrum stated that other locations were considered, but that this location is best. He volunteered to increase the height of the brick wall from 6' to 8' and also include the landscaping adjacent to the wall. Chairman Foreman closed the Public Hearing. Discussion: There was considerable discussion regarding the existing 90' tower, whether or not additional landscaping might help make this substation more palatable, whether or not these lines can be buried, schedule for maintaining the landscaping, relocation of trees to better screen abutting landowners, type of gate enclosure and location, etc. Action: Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. S-1217-LI, Coppell South Substation, zoning change request from L! to S-1217-LI, subject to the following conditions: 1) Provision of an eight-foot-high brick-screening wall, similar to the control center, encircling all four sides of this facility with low-level landscaping to soften the view of the wall from adjacent properties. 11. 12. 2) Coordinate with staff to assure the placement of the overstory trees will provide appropriate screening from adjacent properties. Commissioner McCaffrey seconded; Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, None opposed. motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. Consider approval of the Coppell South Substation Addition, Lot 1, Block 1, Minor Plat, to allow an electric substation on 4.3 acres of property located along the north side of Southwestern Boulevard, approximately 500 feet west of Coppell Road, at the request of Masterplan/Dallas Cothrum. Presentation: Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item, showing an exhibit, stating that staff recommends approval of this Minor Plat, with no conditions. Dallas Cothrum, MASTERPLAN, 500 S. Ervay, Suite l12B, Dallas, TX 75201, was present to represent this case before the Commission and answer questions. Discussion: There was no discussion. Action: Commissioner Reese made a motion to recommend approval of the Coppell South Substation Addition, Lot 1, Block 1, Minor Plat, with no conditions. Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-204-C, Cr~me de la Cr~me, zoning change request from C (Commercial) to PD-204-C (Planned Development-204- Commercial) to allow the construction of a 20,425-square-foot day care center on 2.8 acres of property, located along the east side of Denton Tap Road, south of the Vintage Car Wash, at the request of Steve Siegfried, Project Solutions Group. Presentation: Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits and a color board. After discussing the site plan, landscape plan, elevations and proposed signage (no monument sign is being proposed), she stated that of the 28 notices sent to property owners within 200 feet, one undecided response was received by the Planning Department. She commended the applicant for inviting all affected property owners to a meeting so that this project could be discussed. Only two interested parties attended. Ms. Diamond then stated that staff recommends approval of this PD, reading four conditions into the record. Steve Siegfried, Projects Solutions Group, 580 Herndon Parkway, Suite 500, Herndon, VA 20170, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, addressed staff comments, in particular, the screening wall height and style, expressing his desire to match the existing car wash screening wall. He added that Cr~me de la Cr~me would like to match the color of the car wash wall on the alley side and match the color of the day care's brick on the interior wall. Elaine Gathey, Director of Facilities in the Metroplex, 6805 Colleyville Boulevard, Colleyville, TX 76034, was also present and discussed probable drop-off and pick-up times. Brion Sargent, IA Interior Architects, 3232 McKinney Avenue, Suite 970, Dallas, TX 75204, also addressed the fence column issue. Discussion: There was discussion with Ken Griffin, Director of Engineering, regarding the left-hand turn onto Denton Tap Road going south, discussion regarding the proposed wall and the need for columns, number of cars ingressing and egressing this facility, the reasoning behind locating in Coppell, etc. Public Hearing: Chairman Foreman 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 Foreman closed the public hearing. Action: Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. PD-204- C, Cr~me de la Cr~me, zoning change request from C to PD-204-C, subject to the following conditions: 1) Revise the Site and Landscape Plans to include an additional island, with a tree, in the northern most parking row perpendicular to Denton Tap, and assure that all other islands meet minimum requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. 2) The color of the brick screening wall adjacent to the residential subdivision needs to be similar to the color of the existing wall to the north. This wall must also have columns, spaced a maximum of 30 feet, per section 12-33- 1.8 of the Zoning Ordinance. 3) An additional fire hydrant is required in the southern parking lot. The FDC connection will also be required in the landscape island within 50'of the hydrant. 4) In reparation for the trees removed for the median opening, the applicant shall either provide the City twenty 45-gallon Bald Cypress trees or transplant the existing trees to an existing park. Vice Chairman Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (4-3) with Commissioners Borchgardt, McCaffrey, Foreman and Kittrell voting in favor. Commissioners Hall, Milosevich and Reese opposed. 13. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the TexasBank Additiom Lots IR and 2R, Block A, Replat, to allow a day care center (Cr~me de la Cr~me) on Lot 2R, containing approximately 2.8 acres of the approximate 5.3 acres of property located along the east side of Denton Tap Road, south of the Vintage Car Wash, at the request of Steve Siegfried, Project Solutions Group. Presentation: Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit. She stated that staff recommends approval of this Replat, reading four conditions into the record. Steve Siegfried, Projects Solutions Group, 580 Herndon Parkway, Suite 500, Herndon, VA 20170, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. Mr. Siegfried thanked staff for their help through the process. Discussion: There was some discussion regarding Lot iR. Public Hearing: Chairman Foreman 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 Foreman closed the public hearing. Action: Commissioner Borchgardt made a motion to recommend approval of the TexasBank Addition, Lots 1R and 2R, Block A, Replat, subject to the following conditions: 1) The existing utility and drainage easements on Lot 1R need to either be included on this replat or specifically noted to be abandoned via this replat. 2) The fire lane and mutual access easement needs to be extended to coincide with the driveways off Denton Tap Road. 3) As indicated on the site plan, the median opening on Denton Tap Road needs to be shown. 4) Change all references in the signature blocks, etc., to Replat of Lots 1R and 2R. Vice Chairman Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. 14. 15. Consider approval of the Gateway Business Park No. 2~ Lot 2~ Block A (Avaya)~ Site Plan Amendment, to allow for the addition of three air conditioner chillers, an additional transformer and modification of the previously approved generator plan on property located at 1111 Freeport Parkway, at the request of Brion Sargent, IA, interior architects. Presentation: Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits, mentioning that this request modifies a recently approved amendment to the Site Plan regarding additional generators and fuel tanks. He stated that staff recommends approval of this amendment, reading four conditions into the record. Brion Sargent, IA Interior Architects, 3232 McKinney Avenue, Suite 970, Dallas, TX 75204, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. Discussion: There was some discussion regarding drainage and proposed landscaping. Action: Vice Chairman Kittrell made a motion to recommend approval of the Gateway Business Park No. 2, Lot 2, Block A (Avaya), Site Plan Amendment, subject to the following conditions: 1) A tree removal permit will be required if trees are removed. 2) Dimension transformer sizes. 3) Add Live Oak trees in front of chiller screening wall. 4) Abide by comments of other departments (Engineering) Commissioner Hall seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. Consider approval of the Sherrill Acres~ Lot 3~ Block 1 (Unificare)~ Site Plato, to allow the construction of a 16,000-square-foot office building on 1.65 acres of property located south of East Belt Line Road, approximately 2,150 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, at the request of Allen and Ridinger Consulting, Inc. Presentation: Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits, including two color boards. After discussing the site plan and the fact that this property is considered a "flag" lot, necessitating directional signage off Beltline, the landscape plan and elevations, she discussed the covered parking, which was not originally included with this application. She then stated that staff recommends approval of this Site Plan, reading two conditions into the record. 10 16. Dale Ridinger, Allen & Ridinger Consulting, Inc., 109 W. Main Street, Lewisville, TX 75057, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. Mr. Ridinger complimented staff on their professionalism. Discussion: There was no discussion. of the building. Chairman Foreman complimented the engineer on the design Action: Commissioner Hall made a motion to recommend approval of the Sherrill Acres, Lot 3, Block 1 (Unificare), Site Plan, subject to the following conditions: 1) The applicant working with the Engineering Department to determine the design, construction and placement of the sign. 2) Revision to the site plan and elevations to incorporate the covered parking, as submitted. Commissioner Milosevich seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. Consider approval of the Sherrill Acres~ Lot 3~ Block 1 (Unificare)~ Final Plat, to allow an office building on 1.65 acres of property located south of East Belt Line Road, approximately 2,150 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, at the request of Allen and Ridinger Consulting, Inc. Presentation: Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit, noting that Council gave the Planning Commission Final Plat approval authority when the Preliminary Plat was approved in April of 2000. She then stated that staff recommends approval, reading one drafting condition into the record. Dale Ridinger, Allen & Ridinger Consulting, Inc., 109 W. Main Street, Lewisville, TX 75057, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with the staff condition. Discussion: There was no discussion. Action: Commissioner Borchgardt made a motion to approve the Sherrill Acres, Lot 3, Block 1 (Unificare), Final Plat, subject to the following condition: 1) Revision of the legal description of the lot to the north of this lot from Lot 2A, Block __. to Block 1. 11 17. 18. Commissioner Hall seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. Consider approval of the Rozas Additiom Lot 1~ Block A~ Site Plan, to allow the construction of a 6,514-square- foot dental/medical office building on 0.98 of an acre of property located along the north side of Sandy Lake Road, approximately 280 feet east of Moore Road, at the request of John Boire, Huffman Builders, L.P. Presentation: City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits. After discussing the site plan, landscape plan and elevations, he stated that staff recommends approval of this Site Plan, reading five conditions into the record. Melissa Rozas, D.D.S., P.A., 580 S. Denton Tap Road, Suite 120, Coppell, TX 75019, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. Discussion: There was no discussion. Action: Commissioner Reese made a motion to recommend approval of the Rozas Addition, Lot 1, Block A, Site Plan, subject to the following conditions: 1) Fire Department connection must be detached from building. 2) Rectify the discrepancies between the site plan and the elevations regarding the building height. 3) Provide color and material type with percentages within black and white elevations. 4) Ensure easements shown on site plan are adequately represented on the plat and vice versa. 5) A tree removal permit is required prior to construction. Commissioner Milosevich seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. Consider approval of the Rozas Additiom Lot 1~ Block A~ Minor Plat, to allow a dental/medical office building on 0.98 of an acre of property located along the north side of Sandy Lake Road, approximately 280 feet east of Moore Road, at the request of John Boire, Huffman Builders, L.P. 12 19. Presentation: City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit. He stated that staff recommends approval of this Minor Plat, reading four conditions into the record. Melissa Rozas, D.D.S., P.A., 580 S. Denton Tap Road, Suite 120, Coppell, TX 75019, present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. Discussion: There was no discussion. Action: Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to recommend approval of the Rozas Addition, Lot 1, Block A, Minor Plat, subject to the following conditions: 1) Contact Larry Redick at (972) 323-8917 to discuss electric easement requirements and George Melindez at (972) 485-6204 to discuss gas easement requirements. 2) Add utility provider signature blocks (TXU Gas, TXU Electric Delivery, Verizon and Comcast). 3) Ensure easements shown on site plan are adequately represented on the plat and vice versa. 4) Refer to Engineering comments. Vice Chairman Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Milosevich, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None opposed. General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues. A. Update on Council planning agenda action on October 12, 2004: a. Case No. S-1223-TC, Taco Del Mar, zoning change from TC to S- 1223-TC to allow the operation of a restaurant, with outdoor patio, 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. b. Case No. PD-205-HC, Vista Ridge Addition, Lots 1BR-SX Block D (The Plaza), zoning change from HC to PD-205-HC, to allow for the development of six, one- and two-story general and medical office buildings, and two common areas, along the north side of S.H. 121, approximately 670 feet east of Denton Tap Road. c. Vista Ridge Addition, Lots 1BR-SX, Block D, Replat of Lot lB, Block D of Vista Ridge. 13 f. Case No. PD-163R3-SF-9, Windsor Estates, zoning change request from PD-163R2-SF-9 to PD-163R3-SF-9 to allow the retention of an existing 4.25' tall wrought iron fence on an 18" tall retaining wall 15 feet from the property line along DeForest Road on Lot 1, Block B (612 St. James). (P&Z Commission denial recommendation appealed to Council) Text amendment to Chapter 12, Zoning, of the Code of Ordinances, Section 12-34-2.6, adding subsection (I) regarding exempting the building pad areas from the tree reparation requirement. Ordinance for Case No. PD-161R-SF-12, Stratford Manor, to amend the Landscape Plan to allow for an 144-square-foot entry building, with landscaping in the common area (Lot 1X). Ordinance for Case No. S-1108R2-A, Sprint Spectrum Communication, to allow for wireless communication antennae 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. Ordinance for Case No. S-1219-TC, Carrel Ice Cream to allow the operation of a restaurant 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. Ordinance for Case No. S-1220-TC, Verizon Wireless, to allow for the replacement of a 70-foot light standard with an 80-foot light standard to permit wireless communication antennae, with ground- mounted equipment, located at 363 N. Denton Tap Road (Andrew Brown Park West). Ordinance for Case No. S-1221-C, Verizon Wireless, to allow for a maximum 25-foot extension of an existing 75-foot monopole, to allow for a co-location of wireless communication antennae at a height of 100-feet, with ground-mounted equipment, located 636 Sandy Lake Road. Planning Director Gary Sieb stated that Items a-c and e-j were approved by Council. At the request of the applicant, Item d was continued to Council's October 26th meeting, but it will now be heard at the November 9th meeting because of not having a full Council in attendance on the 26th (this case needs a 3¼ affirmative vote by Council to overturn the Commission's recommendation of denial (6 out of 7 Councilmembers). Director's comments: a. Welcome to Matt Hall, new Commission appointee. Planning Director Sieb congratulated Chairman Foreman on his first meeting and welcomed Matt Hall to the Commission. He then congratulated Anna Kittrell and Dornell Reese on their reappointments. 14 With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 9:30 p.m. Lee Foreman, Chairman ATTEST: Barbara Jahoda, Secretary 15