BM 2005-11-17 PZ Minutes of November 17, 2005
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, November 17, 2005, 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
Anna Kittrell
Rick McCaffrey
Mark Borchgardt
Dornell Reese, Jr.
Matt Hall
Edmund Haas
Also present were City Attorney Bob Hager, Interim Fire Chief Tim Oates, Graduate Engineer
Charlene LaMattina, 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)
Call to Order.
Chairman Foreman called the meeting to order.
Approval of minutes dated October 20, 2005.
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 20, 2005,
meeting, as written. Commissioner Hall seconded; motion carried (7-0) with
Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell and Reese voting
in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1228R-C~ Coppell Montessori
Academy, zoning change request from S-1228-C (Special Use Permit-1228-
Commercial) to S-1228R-C (Special Use Permit-1228 Revised-Commercial), to amend
the Site Plan to allow the construction of an approximate 240-square-foot greenhouse
as an ancillary use to the private school on 1.68 acres of property located along the
north side of Fitness Court, approximately 250-feet west of Denton Tap Road, at the
request of Mark Wainscott, Head Construction.
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Presentation:
City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission showing exhibits and
describing the proposed greenhouse. After review of the Site Plan, Elevation and
Landscape Plan, Mr. Steer stated that the applicant must obtain a variance from the Board
of Adjustment for the percentage of glass to be used. He then stated that staff is
recommending the use of black material for the greenhouse vs. the proposed white
material. After stating that nine notices were sent to property owners within 200' of this
request and indicating that one favorable reply and none in opposition were returned to
the Planning Department, Mr. Steer stated that staff recommends approval of this request,
subject to five conditions, which he read into the record.
Mark Wainscott, Head Construction, Inc., 3030 LBJ Freeway, Suite 700, Dallas, TX
75234, was present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any
questions. He 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 some discussion as to the minimum space required in the play yard for children.
Kushal Basu, 5040 Charles Place, Plano, TX 75093, owner of the private school, answered
this question.
Action:
Commissioner Reese made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. S-1228R-C,
Coppell Montessori Academy, zoning change request from S-1228-C to S-1228R-C, to
amend the Site Plan to allow the construction of an approximate 240-square-foot
greenhouse, subject to the following conditions:
1)
A variance from the Board of Adjustment is required to permit glass to
exceed 50 percent of the total area of any one faCade of a building.
2) Revise Landscape Plan to show correct nonvehicular open space calculations.
3)
Specify on the elevations that the brick on the greenhouse will match the
main structure.
4)
Construct the greenhouse with a black material, matching the fence already
approved for the site.
5) Additional comments may be generated upon detailed Engineering review.
Commissioner Borchgardt seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners
Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor. None
opposed.
Consider approval of the Dobecka Addition~ Phase H~ Lots l&2~ Block B~ Minor Plat~
to allow the platting of two residential lots on 0.896 of an acre of property located at
the southeast corner of Sandy Lake Road and Dobecka Drive, at the request of Glen
Irby.
Presentation:
City Planner Matt Steer introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits. After
describing the Site Plan/Landscape Plan/Tree Survey (required because of this
development's location along Sandy Lake Road) and proposed easements, he stated that
staff recommends approval of this Minor Plat, subject to eight conditions, which he read into
the record.
Brian Cotter, ASLA, Cotter Associates, LLC, 1805C West Park Row Drive, Arlington,
TX 76013, was present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any
questions, stated agreement with staff conditions. He mentioned that the existing house
would be relocated elsewhere.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to recommend approval of the Dobecka Addition,
Phase II, Lots l&2, Block B, Minor Plat, subject to the following conditions:
1) Contact Larry Redick at (972) 323-8917 to discuss easement requirements.
2) Additional comments may be generated upon detailed Engineering review.
3) A Tree Removal Permit will be required prior to construction.
4) Remove the existing curb depicted on the plat.
5)
Remove note located under Flood Plain Administrator's signature block,
as this is contained within the notes box left of the Utility signature block.
6)
Change the City Secretary signature block to read "... the foregoing Minor
Plat of Lots 1 and 2, Block B, Dobecka Addition."
7) Label "Block 2" on center of plat.
8) Replace "Plat" with "Minor Plat" where applicable.
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Commissioner Haas seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners
Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor; none
opposed.
Consider approval of the Park West Commerce Center~ Lot 1~ Block 5~ Site Plan
Amendment, to allow the construction of a dock door and loading area, with a revised
Landscape Plan, for the northeast corner of the existing building on 14.28 acres of
property located at the southwest corner of Beltline Road and Airline Drive, at the
request of Allen Coronett, Jacobs & Associates.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits,
reviewing the history of this facility. He stated that about a quarter of the building was
being converted to a large computer room, hence the need for this truck court to efficiently
move equipment in and out of this area. Mr. Sieb then described the two options to screen
the truck court which are being proposed by the applicant, adding that staff is
recommending Option Two, which pertains to erecting a masonry screening wall, vs. Option
One, which pertains to a landscaped screen. He reiterated that staff recommends approval
of the Option Two request, subject to four conditions, which he read into the record.
Allen Cornett, Jacobs & Associates, 4101 McEwen Road, Suite 150, Dallas, TX 75244,
was present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions,
stating his feeling that Option One, featuring a landscape screen, would be more
esthetically pleasing.
Jack Zahniser, Sr. Program Manager, IBM Corporation, 1507 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1154,
Dallas, TX 75234, also spoke regarding IBM's use of this building and gave his reasons
for supporting the use of landscaping to screen the dock area; i.e., stating that this
proposed benchmark lab facility will be one of three facilities of this type that will exist
around the world (France, China and Coppell, TX). It will have very high visibility, IBM
will be investing over $20 million into this endeavor, and their No. 1 concern is that the
building be esthetically pleasing for people from all over the world who would be
visiting. He emphasized that this truck dock would not be a permanent structure but a
secondary dock and would be used two or three times a week. Trucks would only be
parked for 10 minutes or so. The dock door would be painted to match the existing glass
of the building, thereby minimizing its appearance. Mr. Zahniser also volunteered that
they're considering negotiating w/Prentiss Properties to extend their lease for another 10
years (through 2015).
Discussion:
There was considerable discussion regarding the two screening options, concerns as to size
of trucks using this dock, increasing the height of the wall, the necessity of a truck court in
this area, the possibility of increasing the amount of landscaping along Airline Drive,
concern regarding the long-term use of this facility, etc.
Action:
Commissioner Borchgardt made a motion to recommend approval of Option Two of the
Park West Commerce Center, Lot 1, Block 5, Site Plan Amendment, subject to the
following conditions:
1)
The screening wall should be at least 10-feet tall to screen vehicles using the
truck bay.
2)
Landscaping, in addition to the Oak tree, needs to be added to the east side
of the wall to soften its appearance. Crape Myrtle or Dwarf Holly would be
suitable here.
3)
Remove all notes on all exhibits that refer to the side yard and parking
setback dimensions.
4) Clarify location of the landscape screening shown on Sheet SP4-1.
Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion failed (2-5) with Commissioners
Borchgardt and McCaffrey voting in favor; Commissioners Hall, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell
and Reese opposed.
There was concern expressed regarding the maintenance of the landscaping, the duration
of the present occupant of the building and if a wall is not constructed, the possibility of
long-term parking of trucks at this dock door in the future and the ineffectiveness of only
landscaping to screen this area. The applicant said that Prentiss Properties (owner of the
building) is opposed to the wall for aesthetic reasons and the fact that a wall would bisect
the parking lot.
Commissioner Reese made a motion to recommend approval of the Park West Commerce
Center, Lot 1, Block 5. Site Plan Amendment, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Approval of Option No. One, with the continuation of a minimum of 330
linear feet of six-foot high Nellie R. Stevens Holly to the west along Airline
Drive.
2)
Additional note on Site Plan limiting the use of the new dock door to short
term pick-up and drop-off services only. It shall not be used as a long-term
truck parking area.
3)
Remove all notes on all exhibits that refer to the side yard and parking
setback dimensions.
4) Clarify location of the landscape screening shown on Sheet SP4-1.
Vice Chairman Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (5-2) with Commissioners
Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor; Commissioners
Borchgardt and Haas opposed.
A five-minute break was observed.
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Consider approval of the Beltline Trade Center~ Lot 1~ Block 2~ Site Plan, to allow the
development of an approximate 23,336-square-foot office/warehouse building on
approximately three acres of property located along the north side of Beltline Road,
approximately 3,000 feet east of North Lake Drive, at the request of Edward Eckart,
Goodwin and Marshall, Inc.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits,
including a color board. After discussing the Location Map, Site Plan, Landscape Plan and
Elevations, he stated that staff recommends approval of this request, subject to six
conditions, which he read into the record.
Edward Eckart, Goodwin/Marshall, 2405 Mustang Drive, Grapevine, TX 76051, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating
agreement with staff conditions.
Discussion:
There was a question as to the status of the project to the west of this property. Mr. Eckart
stated that the construction plans are ready, and the project will move forward.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to recommend approval of the Beltline Trade
Center, Lot 1, Block 2, Site Plan, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Include front, side and rear required yards on the Site Plan and change the
required front-yard setback from 30- to 60-feet.
2) Include dimension of length of typical parking space on Site Plan.
3) Show building setbacks from all property lines.
4) Include proposed median width in Beltline Road.
5) A Tree Removal Permit is required prior to start of construction.
6) Compliance with the Engineering comments.
Commissioner Hall seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners
Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor; none
opposed.
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Consider approval of the Beltline Trade Center~ Lot 1~ Block 2~ Minor Plat, to allow
the development of an approximate 23,336-square-foot office/warehouse building on
approximately three acres of property located along the north side of Beltline Road,
approximately 3,000 feet east of North Lake Drive, at the request of Edward Eckart,
Goodwin and Marshall, Inc.
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Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing the
proposed fire lane and stating that staff recommends approval of this Minor Plat, subject
to two conditions, which he read into the record.
Edward Eckart, Goodwin/Marshall, 2405 Mustang Drive, Grapevine, TX 76051, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating
agreement with staff conditions.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Hall made a motion to recommend approval of the Beltline Trade Center,
Lot 1, Block 2, Minor Plat, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Contact TXU to discuss easement requirements (Larry Redick at (972) 323-
8907).
2)
Engineering will require additional easements based on changes made to the
proposed water line design.
Commissioner Borchgardt seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with
Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell and Reese voting
in favor; none opposed.
Consider approval of the West Sandy Lake Road Addition~ Lot 1~ Block 1~ Site Plan
Amendment, to allow the construction of a combination of decorative metal and chain
link fencing along the northern, eastern and western property lines of 31.4 acres of
land located at 944 W. Sandy Lake Road, at the request of John Taylor, azimuth:
architecture, inc.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits, reviewing some concerns staff had when the Site Plan for this property
was approved over a year ago, mainly, aesthetics and tree retribution. After reviewing
the Location Map, proposed landscape buffer, type of fencing being requested and
proposed entry feature, she voiced staff concerns with regard to allowing chain-link
fencing along the western property line, given its proximity to S.H. 121 and the adjacent
property zoned for Highway Commercial uses. The survivability of the existing and
proposed trees is in question due to the density of plantings being further overcrowded by
the proposed fencing. Ms. Diamond then related staff recommendations, reading four
conditions into the record.
John Taylor, azimuth architecture, inc., 3809 Parry Avenue, #205, Dallas, TX 75226, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stated
agreement with staff conditions, with the exception of the recommended fencing along
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the western property line. He stated that his client desires chain-link fencing along both
property lines, as is allowed in Light Industrial zoning.
Discussion:
There was some discussion as to the location of the proposed chain-link fencing along the
eastern property line, cost factor of coated chain-link vs. decorative metal fencing, etc.
Action:
Vice Chairman Kittrell made a motion to recommend approval of the West Sandy Lake
Road Addition, Lot 1, Block 1, Site Plan Amendment, subject to the following
conditions:
1)
DENIAL of the chain-link fence along the west property line, and
APPROVAL of a decorative-metal fence.
2)
APPROVAL of the black-coated chain-link fence along the east property
line only.
3)
Prior to the erection of any fencing, a revised Landscape Plan and Tree
Mitigation Plan must be submitted indicating a reduction in density of the
Eastern Red Cedar trees to be compatible with the type of fencing proposed.
4)
APPROVAL of the inclusion of the entry features at the driveways, as
submitted.
Commissioner Borchgardt seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with
Commissioners Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell and Reese voting
in favor; none opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of a text amendment to Chapter 12, Zoning,
of the Code of Ordinances, Sections 12-24-6.4 and 6.5, regarding the deletion of the
references to the establishment of an architectural review board and a merchants
association for all properties located in the Town Center district.
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission,
briefly reviewing the history of the 1982 establishment of the TC (Town Center) district,
when 20-year deed restrictions were established. Considering the fact that the TC district
is virtually built-out and the deed restrictions expired two years ago, Ms. Diamond stated
that staff recommends approval of the deletion of references to an architectural review
board and merchants association in the Town Center district from the Comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance.
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.
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Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to recommend approval of a text amendment to
Chapter 12, Zoning, of the Code of Ordinances, Sections 12-24-6.4 and 6.5, regarding the
deletion of the references to the establishment of an architectural review board and a
merchants association for all properties located in the Town Center district.
Commissioner Haas seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners
Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor; none
opposed.
Discuss and consider making a recommendation to the City Council covering external
areas close by or contiguous to the City boundaries as a planning element to the
Comprehensive Plan.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, reading into the
record the Resolution passed by Council on November 8th, appointing the Planning
Commission as an Advisory Commission to work with the consultant hired by the City
on a planning study of external areas close by or contiguous to the City boundaries. He
made a comprehensive presentation, showing a number of slides depicting options of said
areas. In conclusion, Mr. $ieb stated that a recommendation to Council would be made at
their December 13th meeting.
Because of the impact on the quality of life any development in this area would have on
the residents of the City of Coppell, City Attorney Bob Hager encouraged the
Commissioners to study these proposals, write down their thoughts, talk with neighbors
and encourage them to come to the special-called public meeting to be held in the near
future.
Discussion:
There was extensive discussion, excerpts of which are attached as Exhibit A.
Action:
Commissioner Hall made a motion to call a special public meeting regarding these
options on Monday, December 5, 2005, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers.
Commissioner Haas seconded the motion; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners
Borchgardt, Hall, McCaffrey, Foreman, Haas, Kittrell and Reese voting in favor; none
opposed
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues.
A. Update on Council planning agenda action on November 8, 2005:
a. Case No. PD-103R2(CH), Lake Park Addition, a City-initiated Public
Hearing to consider amending PD-103 (Planned Development-103) to
allow for an increase in the maximum building height from one- to
two-and-a-half-stories (35 feet) on Lots 1-11, Block A, of the Lake
Park Addition located along the south side of Glen Lakes Drive (623
to 663 Glen Lakes Drive).
Case No. PD-197R2-H, Old Coppell Townhomes, zoning change
request from PD-197R-H to PD-197R2-H to attach Detail Site Plans
for Unit H (Lot 17, Block A) and Unit I (Lot 6, Block B), to allow the
development of two single-family homes, each on approximately 0.10
of an acre of property along Mobley Way.
Wynnpage Plaza North, Lot 1R, Block B, Replat and Lots 2 and 3,
Block B, Final Plat, to allow the reconfiguration of a fire lane and
mutual access easement on Lot 1R, containing .68 of an acre of
property, the development of an approximate 16,000-square-foot two-
story building on Lot 2, containing 1.10 acres of property, and an
approximate 3,500-square-foot one-story office building on Lot 3,
containing 1.13 acres of property located along the west side of
Denton Tap Road, approximately 180 feet north of Wynnpage Drive.
Natches Trace Addition, Lot 1, Block C, (Town Center Bank) Site
Plan Revision, to allow the construction of a dumpster enclosure to
serve the existing 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.
Ordinance for Case No. PD-186R7-LI, Duke-Freeport, zoning change
from PD-186R2-LI to PD-186R7-LI, to amend the Planned
Development to attach a Detail Site Plan to allow the construction of a
142,247-square-foot building on Lot 2R1, Block A, and a 93,345-
square-foot building on Lot 2R2, Block A, totaling 16.51 acres of
property located at the northwest corner of Freeport Parkway and
Bethel Road.
Ordinance for Case No. S-1229-LI, Kidz Muze, zoning change from
LI to S-1229-LI, to allow the operation of an approximate 22,000-
square-foot indoor recreation/entertainment center to be located at 989
W. Sandy Lake Road.
Ordinance for Case No. S-1230-C, The Dinner Station, zoning change
from C to S-1230-C, to allow the operation of an approximate 1,960-
square-foot food-assembly center to be located at 757 S. MacArthur
Road (Coppell Crossing).
During the Pre-Session, Planning Director Sieb stated that at the request of the
petitioner, Item "a" was continued to Council's December 13, 2005, meeting. He
then stated that Council approved all of the remaining items.
B. Director's comments:
a. HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Planning Director Sieb announced that both Marcie Diamond and Matt Steer
received their American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification on
Wednesday, November 16th. Congratulations were extended.
Mr. Sieb then wished everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving.
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With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 9:15 p.m.
Lee Foreman, Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara Jahoda, Secretary
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