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BM 1996-08-15 PZMinutes of August 15, 1996 PLANNING AND ZONING CON MMSION The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Coppell met in pre -session at 7 p.m., and in regular session at 7:30 p.m., on Thursday, August 15, 1996, in the Coppell Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present: Chairman George Redford Vice Chairman Larry Wheeler Commissioner Rick McCaffrey Commissioner Karen Reyher Commissioner Madge Cruse Commissioner Stan Lowry Commissioner Texx Stewart Also present were Assistant City Manager/City Engineer Ken Griffin, Planning Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen, Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro and Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda. PRE -SESSION (Open to the Public) 1. Briefing on the Agenda. REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public) 2. Call to Order Chairman Redford called the meeting to order. 3. Approval of Minutes dated July 18, 1996 Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve the minutes of July 18, 1996, as submitted. Commissioner Lowry seconded; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford and Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. 4. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. PD-145R(CI),Woodridge Addition, to change the zoning from PD -145 (Planned Development) to PD -145 (Planned Development - Revised), on property generally described as follows: Woodridge, Section Five, and all of Block I and Lots 1 through 26 of Block J of Woodridge, Section One and Section Two, located on the west side of MacArthur Boulevard, south of Sandy Lake Road. Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission stating that this Public Hearing was continued from July 18th at which time Staff reported to the Commission that a special committee, consisting of two Planning Commission members, two property owners from the garden home area and two officers of the Woodridge Homeowners Associates, had studied the issue of carports and garages in the garden home area in the Woodridge subdivision. After the Public Hearing and listening to the results of the special committee preliminary report, the Commission decided to hold a workshop session which took place on August 7th. Since that workshop, Staff has made revisions to the Amendment to Ordinance No. 91500-A-104, Exhibit B, relating to accessory structures (carports & garages), which are being presented for consideration, and Staff recommends approval. Chairman Redford opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to comment. Those wishing to speak were: Susan Davis, 906 Mapleleaf, Coppell, TX David Bryant, 1036 Mapleleaf, Coppell, TX Minnie Arnold, representing 102 and 149 Pinyon, Coppell, TX Susan Blackwood, 936 Sugarberry, Coppell, TX Wade Davis, 906 Mapleleaf, Coppell, TX Some discussion followed. Commissioner Redford closed the Public Hearing and made a motion to approve PD- 145R(CH), Woodridge Addition, to change the zoning by amending Exhibit "B" of PD - 145 (Planned Development), Ordinance No. 91500-A-104 to add specific provisions regarding the construction of storage buildings, carports and garages of Woodridge, Section Five, and all of Block I and Lots 1-26, Block J of Woodridge, Section One and Two, by revising Section J(c) to reflect the roof pitch be between 4:12 and 6:12 for detached structures and roof lines of attached structures may match the existing pitch and that Section K2(b) be changed striking the end of the sentence following the word "material". Commissioner Cruse seconded. Motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. 5. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. S-1113. Church of the Apostles. Episcopal, zoning change from SF -7 (Single Family -7) to SF-7-S.U.P. (Single Family -7, Special Use Permit) to allow the construction of a church on 7 acres of property, located on the east side of MacArthur Blvd., across from Starleaf Street, at the request of Arthur Weinman Architects. Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, stating that this proposed church site will be developed in four (4) phases -- Phase I being considered now, which consists of the parish hall seating approx. 300 people, administrative offices and classrooms totalling approx. 9,500 s.f. In addition, the church 2 will construct approx. 100 parking spaces during this phase and a number of playing fields on the rear portion of the property. Phases H and III will consist of an additional 12,000 s.f. of building, including a school, additional classrooms and meeting space. Phase IV will involve the construction of the church which will seat approx. 500 people, have additional offices and meeting rooms, totalling approx. 4,000 s. f. During the construction of this last phase, in the landscape area along MacArthur Boulevard, the church is proposing to build a bridal pavilion, amphitheater and water feature. Staff is suggesting that the applicant consider visually or audibly screening the bridal structure from the passing traffic on MacArthur Boulevard or relocate it to another site on the property. The elevations do not specify the type or color of the stone to be used although the applicant is intending to use an off-white stone, similar to the Austin stone used on Dr. Stich's orthodontist clinic on Denton Tap Road. A green metal roof is also being considered. Staff suggests that the Commission seek clarification on the type of building materials and colors being proposed. Other issues to be considered are as follows: 1) when will the construction of the median opening and left -turn lane on MacArthur Boulevard occur, 2) the extension of Starleaf Street, and 3) the Master Hike and Bike Plan shows a trail along the southern property line of the church -- the church feels that this trail would better serve the community if it were constructed on the City's park property to the south. Of the 41 property owners who were notified of this zoning change, Staff received one reply in opposition to this proposal, stating that this property should be retained for single-family use. Staff recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, subject to the 5 conditions outlined in the Staff Report. Ken Griffin, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer, addressed the Commission regarding safety concerns in connection with the median opening and left -turn lane on MacArthur Boulevard and access to the extension of Starleaf Street. Michael Choucalas, Chairman of the church building committee, 146 Edgewood Drive, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He addressed some of the City Engineer's concerns. Daniel Jocelyn, surveyor, 810 Houston, Fort Worth, TX, also spoke, commenting on the proposed Hike & Bike Trail. Some discussion followed. Chairman Redford opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to speak in favor of this proposal to come forward. Carol Green, 735 Falcon, Coppell, TX Russ Bolling, 317 N. Heartz, Coppell, TX David Porter, 148 Meadowglen Circle, Coppell, TX Father Rob Smith, 552 Raintree Circle, Coppell, TX Doug Reinhart, 534 Rolling Hills, Coppell, TX Chairman Redford then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to this request to come forward. 3 There were none. Reference was made to a letter/agreement between the City and the church when the property was purchased relating to the shared expense of a median cut/turn lane on MacArthur Boulevard. Gary Sieb, Planning Director, indicated that the Planning staff had no knowledge of such letter/agreement and asked that a copy of the letter be supplied to his department. Arthur Weinman, architect, 3717 Stonycreek, Fort Worth, TX, referenced conversations regarding a letter he had written to the City of Coppell, confirming the development of joint parking facilities and joint access facilities so that the amount of curb cuts on MacArthur could be minimized and that the property could be developed jointly. He added that that letter did not say that the cost be shared. A wider curb cut is proposed and it is centered on the property line so that if the City does choose to develop the park, the access through that entry would be provided and the cost of the median access would be implied by the joint access. It is not specifically stated in the letter. He will provide a copy of this letter to the City. Extended discussion followed. Commissioner Cruse made a motion to close the Public Hearing and approve S-1113, Church of the Apostles, Episcopal, zoning change from SF -7 to SF-7-S.U.P., subject to the Site Plan and the following conditions: 1) A median break and left turn lane will be constructed on MacArthur Boulevard at the church entrance at the time that a building permit for Phase H is pulled; 2) the applicant must seek a 24-27' easement accessing the northern property to Starleaf Street; 3) revise building elevations to reflect the type and color of building materials to be used, as follows: Exterior Building Walls: Austin Hill Country Limestone, "block and chop", ashlar pattern, standard color mortar Building Roof: Metal standing rib roof, painted Berridge patina green Fascia, eves, soffit, Glidden Forest Black, 30YY 10/038, factory windows, doors, door finish or field applied frames, sun shades and trellis, and all misc. trim (gutters and down -spouts, if used) 4) a revision be made on the Master Site Plan indicating that the playing fields will be built during the construction of Phase I or H; 5) the Hike/Bike trail will not be required to be built on church property; and 6) compliance with Engineering comments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Reyher. Commissioner Lowry made a comment and a request regarding letters/agreements alluded to during a Public Hearing when the Planning Department has no knowledge of such. He directed Gary Sieb to obtain a copy of said letter and have it reviewed by the City Attorney so that the City knows where it stands on the issue. Motion carried (6-1) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford and Reyher voting in favor. Commissioner Stewart opposed. 4 6. To consider the approval of Church of the Apostles, Episcopal Addition, Lot 1 Block A. Preliminary Plat, to allow the construction of a church on 7 acres of property, located on the east side of MacArthur Blvd., across from Starleaf Street, at the request of Arthur Weinman Architects. Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission stating that the applicant needs to correct the 8' side -yard setback shown on the Site Plan to 25' as required in the SF -7 zoning district requirements for non-residential use. Staff recommends approval, subject to the three conditions as listed in the Staff Report. Michael Choucalas, Chairman of the church building committee, 146 Edgewood Drive, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He's in agreement with the Staff s recommendations. Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Church of the Apostles, Episcopal, Lot 1, Block A, Preliminary Plat, subject to the following conditions: 1) Correct the 8' side yard setback shown on the Site Plan to 25' as called for in the SF -7 zoning district requirements; 2) add one tree to the parking island located on the northwest side of the proposed parking lot; 3) correct Phase III reference to Phase IV under Lot Coverage in the Project Statistics table on the Site Plan; and 4) compliance with Engineering comments as follows: (a) Show finished floor elevation of the building and (b) Show all easements -- this includes the existing sanitary sewer with Volume and Page numbers and any other easements necessary for the water meters and vaults. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Wheeler; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. A ten -minutes break was observed. 7. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. S-1114, Papa John's Pizza, zoning change from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permit) to allow the development of a 1,262 s.f. restaurant, located on the east side of MacArthur Blvd., approximately 130.16 feet north of Sandy Lake Road, at the request of Dewey & Associates. Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission showing an illustration of the proposed building which indicates two driveway entrances off of MacArthur Boulevard; one directly opposite the driveway into the new Kroger store. There is one lot to the south of the property which is at the corner of Sandy Lake Road and two lots to the north; the most northerly lot abutting Village Parkway across the street from the elementary school. The site is approx. 2/3rds of an acre and is more than adequate to accommodate the building and proposed parking. Pert stated that Staff is comfortable with the plan, in general, but recommends that the pavement be extended all the way to the northern property line so that the property to the north can access the median break in MacArthur. Staff also recommends additional landscaping for this site, as well as clarification concerning all exterior building materials. Therefore, Staff recommends approval of the Special Use Permit, subject to the 8 recommendations listed 5 in the Staff Report. Jim Dewey, Dewey & Associates, 2505 Texas Drive, Irving, TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He's in agreement with most of Staffs recommendations, i.e., the comments regarding the landscaping, the paving to the north, brick color and trim cap, and coming into compliance with the Sign Ordinance. However, he stated that the color of the awnings needs to be kept as shown in the photographs -- Papa John's has a registered corporate logo with a green color and they would like to be able to keep this awning color. Other Staff comments will be complied with. Charlie Wright, 3661 Fairview Drive, Corinth, TX, was also present to speak to the Commission regarding the awnings which are normally back -lit but in this case, they will not be back -lit. Chairman Redford opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to voice their opinions as to this matter. Those speaking in conditional opposition were: Roger Wagner, 1028 Village Parkway, Coppell, TX Debra Dezendorf, 468 Shadowcrest Lane, Coppell, TX Extended discussion followed, including comments on the driveways and traffic from Ken Griffin, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer. Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to continue to September 19th the Public Hearing on S-1114, Papa John's Pizza, zoning change from C to C-S.U.P. The applicant needs to address the awning, more brick detail, cornice detail, shown tree locations, the berms/shrubbery/any other landscape not shown on the Site Plan, reduction of signage, rear elevation screening, driveway, color of the brick, etc. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Reyher; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. 8. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. 5-1116, Mexican Restaurant/Private Club, zoning change from PD -C (Planned Development, Commercial) to PD-C-S.U.P. (Planned Development -Commercial, Special Use Permit), to allow the operation of a dining facility/private club, having a total indoor seating capacity of 156 and outdoor patio seating capacity of 60, located in the Valley Ranch Plaza at the southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline Road, at the request of Stephen J. Brown, owner. Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission stating that Staff recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, subject to the Site Plan and compliance with all the conditions specified in Section 30-16 of the Zoning Ordinance relative to Special Use Permits for restaurants. Steve Brown, 759 Blue Jay Lane, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He addressed all DRC comments and stated that his restaurant will have a full liquor license; i.e., liquor, beer and wine. C1 Some discussion followed. Chairman Redford opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to speak in favor of this proposal to come forward. There were none. Chairman Redford then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to this request to come forward. There were none. Commissioner Stewart made a motion to close the Public Hearing and approve Case No. S-1116, Mexican Restaurant/Private Club, zoning change from PD -C to PD-C-S.U.P., subject to the Site Plan and compliance with all the conditions specified in Section 30-16 of the Zoning Ordinance relative to Special Use Permits for restaurants. The motion was seconded by Commissioner McCaffrey; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. 9. To consider the approval of Vistas of Coppell, Phase I, Preliminary Plat, to allow the development of a 113 -lot residential subdivision on 21.78 acres of property, located along the south side of Spur 553 (also known as Vista Ridge Blvd.), east of Denton Tap Road, and north of Denton Creek, at the request of Carter & Burgess, Inc. Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission stating that the Preliminary Plat for Phase I is essentially the same as the Site Plan submitted for the Planned Development District approved in May. It complies with the conditions of the approved PD district and Staff recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat, subject to compliance with Engineering comments as stated in the Staff Report. Derek Earl, representing Centex Homes, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. No discussion followed. Commissioner Lowry made a motion to approve Vistas of Coppell, Phase I, Preliminary Plat, subject to the Engineering comments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Cruse; motion carried (6-0-1) with Commissioners Lowry, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. Commissioner Wheeler abstained. 10. To consider the approval of Vistas of CoppU, Phase H, Preliminary Plat, to allow the development of a 126 -lot residential subdivision on 45.82 acres of property, located on the south side of Spur 553 (also known as Vista Ridge Blvd.), east of Denton Tap Road, north of Denton Creek, at the request of Carter & Burgess, Inc. 7 Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission stating that the Preliminary Plat for Phase H differs somewhat from the Site Plan previously submitted. It shows a reduction from 139 lots to 126 lots and relatively minor changes in street locations. Staff recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat, subject to compliance with Engineering comments as stated in the Staff Report. Derek Earl, representing Centex Homes, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. No discussion followed. Commissioner Reyher made a motion to approve Vistas of Coppell, Phase II, Preliminary Plat, subject to the Engineering comments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stewart; motion carried (6-0-1) with Commissioners Lowry, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. Commissioner Wheeler abstained. 11. To consider the approval of Village at Cottonwood Creek, Section V. Final na, to allow the development of a 59 -lot single-family residential subdivision and 1 retail lot on 16.8 acres of property located on the northeast corner of Sandy Lake and Coppell Roads, at the request of Tipton Engineering, Inc. Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission stating that the Final Plat generally meets the Subdivision Ordinance guidelines, however a number of corrections need to be made both on the Plat and Landscape Plan which are detailed in the Staff recommendations. The City's Hike and Bike Trail shows a proposed trail along the east side of Coppell Road and the applicant has supplied Staff with a letter stating that escrow money will be set aside for the future construction of a 12' wide concrete Hike and Bike Trail. Therefore, Staff recommends approval of the Final Plat, subject to revised conditions which she read to the Commission. Pat Atkins, Tipton Engineering, Inc., 6330 Belt Line Road, Suite C, Garland, TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated that he is in agreement with Staff comments. Some discussion followed. Commissioner Wheeler made a motion to approve Village at Cottonwood Creek, Section V, Final Plat, subject to the following conditions: 1) Correct zoning reference on Village at Cottonwood Creek, Section III, from SF -0 to PD -147; 2) correct zoning reference on Village at Cottonwood Creek, Section I, from PD -SF -9 to SF -9; 3) screening wall along Minyard Drive is required to block rear yard views; 4) add a signature block for Lone Star Pipeline under the Utility Certificate signature block; 5) submit elevations for any proposed attached subdivision entry sign, and 6) compliance with Engineering comments as follows: a) provide right-of-way clips at all street intersections for handicap ramps; b) need detail of common medians and note to be maintained by the Homeowners Association, and c) a 25' utility drainage easement is 8 necessary in order to construct the 60" R.C.P. and the 8" sanitary sewer line between lots 10 & 11, Block A. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Cruse; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. 12. To consider the approval of Sandy Lake Addition (Childrens Fust Academy), Lot 2, Block A. Final Plat, to allow the operation of a day care center on 1.937 acres of property, located on the west side of Samuel Boulevard, approximately 184.93 feet north of Sandy Lake Road, at the request of Dowdey, Anderson and Associates, Inc. Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission stating that the easements and fire lanes need to be addressed. She discussed some of the concerns and stated that Staff recommends approval of the Final Plat, subject to Staffs recommendations as listed in the Staff Report. Bill Anderson, Dowdey, Anderson & Associates, 16250 Dallas Parkway, Suite 100, Dallas, TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated that he is in agreement with Staff comments. Some discussion followed. Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Sandy Lake Addition (Children's First Academy), Lot 2, Block A, Final Plat, subject to the following conditions: 1) Recordation of an access easement to the fire hydrant to be located on the Coppell Church of Christ property; 2) the height of the monument sign shall not exceed 4 feet; 3) relocation of proposed tree at the northeast corner of the property to the front yard adjacent to Samuel Boulevard or other more suitable location, and 4) subject to Engineering comments. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lowry; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. 13. To consider the approval of Municipal Fire Station, No. 2, Lot 1, Block A. Final Ply, to allow the development of a municipal fire station on 1.1904 acres of property located on the east side of MacArthur Boulevard, approximately 3,027 feet north of Beltline Road, at the request of Jones and Boyd, Inc. Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission stating Staff recommends approval of the Final Plat, subject to the condition that the applicant provide a signature block for the utility companies. Debra Dezendorf, 468 Shadowcrest Lane, Coppell, TX, asked a few questions about the plat. Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve Municipal Fire Station, #2, Lot 1, Block A. Final Plat, subject to the following condition: A signature block be provided for the utility companies. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Lowry; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. 14. To consider the approval of Copperstone. Amending Plat of Lots 13, 14, 15, 16 & 46. Block A, to relocate the rear property line of 4 lots adjoining Lot 46 dedicated to the City, located at the north side of Copperstone Trail. Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission stating Staff recommends approval of the Amending Plat, and that essentially the purpose of this Amending Plat is to move the rear lot lines of 4 residential lots to line up with an easement line, thus giving more access to the 5th lot which will be municipally owned and which will serve as the Hike and Bike Trail. No discussion followed. Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve Copperstone Amending Plat of Lots 13- 16 and 46, Block A. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Reyher; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Lowry, Wheeler, McCaffrey, Cruse, Redford, Reyher and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. 15. General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues A. Planning Commission interviews Planning Director Gary Sieb stated that seven applicants were interviewed last evening and two applicants will be interviewed tomorrow night. Only those applicants who chose the Planning and Zoning Commission as their first choice were to be interviewed this year. At least 30 people applied for the Planning Commission as first, second and third choices. B. Comprehensive Plan Planning Director Gary Sieb stated that the final draft has been submitted by the consultant, but the final graphics have yet to be received. The PR brochure is taking considerably longer than anticipated to get into camera-ready format. Hopefully it should be completed within the next 60-90 days at which time it will be presented to the Commission. With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 12:45 a.m. George Redford, ATTEST: Jahoda, Administrative Secretary 10