BM 1994-05-19 PZMinutes of May 19, 1994
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
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, May 19, 1994, in the Coppell Town Center, 255
Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Chairman Marsha Tunnell
Commissioner Carl Thompson
Commissioner George Redford
Commissioner Larry Wheeler
Commissioner Ray Hildebrand
Also present were City Attorney Robert Dillard, Planning Director Gary Sieb and Administrative
Secretary Barbara Jahoda.
Commissioner Don Meador was absent. A vacancy exists on the Commission due to Norman
Alexander being elected to City Council.
PRE -SESSION (Open to the Public)
1. Briefing on agenda.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
2. Call to Order
Chairman Tunnell called the meeting to order.
3. Invocation
Commissioner Thompson gave the invocation.
4. Approval of Minutes dated April 21 and 25, 1994
Commissioner Hildebrand moved to approve the minutes of April 21 and 25, 1994, as
submitted. Commissioner Wheeler seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor
of approval. None opposed.
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5. PUBLIC HEARING: PD -132, MacArthur Park Addition, zoning change request
from C (Commercial) to PD -SF -9, (Planned Development -Single Family -9), located
along the east and west side of MacArthur Boulevard and along the north side of
Denton Creek, at the request of Vista Properties, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, reminding the
Commission that it reviewed this case once before as straight zoning, which Council
referred back to the Commission, and it now returns as a PD (Planned Development).
Some concerns Council had were that there be a tree survey and how the trees would be
preserved (the applicant hired an arborist and his report is attached). The proposal
remains at 52 single family lots on 22.22 acres of property. The Hike and Bike Trail
issue needs to be resolved. The applicant has discussed this issue with the Park Board.
Truman Edminster, 7950 Elmbrook, Dallas, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions.
Chairman Tunnell opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this proposal to come forward and asked that comments be kept to two
minutes each. Those persons wishing to speak were:
Bruce Hedeman, 616 DeForest, Coppell (Read a statement to the Commission)
Chairman Tunnell then asked for those present who would like to speak in opposition to
come forward. There were none.
The public hearing was declared closed.
Commissioner Redford made a motion to approved PD -132, MacArthur Park Addition,
with the following conditions: must have uniform height and material of fencing on the
northern property line; curb lines must be defined on the face of the plat; and details with
respect to the Hike & Bike Trail must be worked out prior to Council hearing the case.
Commissioner Hildebrand seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor.
None opposed.
6. To consider approval of MacArthur Park Addition, Preliminary Plat, located along
the east and west side of MacArthur Boulevard and along the north side of Denton
Creek, at the request of Vista Properties, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that staff
recommends approval with stated conditions.
Truman Edminster, 7950 Elmbrook, Dallas, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions.
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Commissioner Thompson made a motion to approved MacArthur Park Addition,
Preliminary Plat, with the conditions stated in the staff report and that there be an East
and West Flamingo Way. Commissioner Redford seconded the motion. Motion carried
(5-0) with Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting
in favor. None opposed.
7. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider approval of the Third Replat of Valley Ranch
Plaza, Pads B-E, located at the southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard and
Beltline Road, at the request of Winkelmann & Associates, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that there
were some conditions to be placed on the face of the plat before approval is
recommended by staff.
Eugene Middleton, Winkelmann & Associates, 12800 Hillcrest Road, Suite 200, Dallas,
TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions.
Chairman Tunnell opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak to come forward.
There were none.
The public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Wheeler made a motion that the 3rd Replat of Valley Ranch Plaza, Pads
B-E be approved with the following staff recommendations: (1) An extension of the 25 -
foot fire lane and access easement shown on Pad "E" needs to be extended north across
Pad "D"; (2) an extension of the 25 -foot easement shown on Pad "C" needs to be
extended across Pad "B"; (3) escrow for Beltline Road is required; (4) a shared access
easement letter needs to be procured from the property owner on the west; (5) access to
Pad "G" needs to be resolved; and (6) the site plan for Pad "E" needs to minimize the
potential hazardous intersection at MacArthur. Commissioner Hildebrand seconded the
motion. The motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell,
Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor. None opposed.
8. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider approval of S-1080, Schlotzsky's Restaurant,
located near the southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline Road, at the
request of Winkelmann & Associates, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that staff
feels the S. U. P. is satisfactory from the standpoint of the site plan. More parking spaces
are being considered than what is required.
Eugene Middleton, Winkelmann & Associates, 12800 Hillcrest Road, Suite 200, Dallas,
TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions.
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Chairman Tunnell opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak to come forward.
John Evans, 5950 Berkshire Lane, Dallas, TX
Margie Pankey, 500 Christi Lane, Coppell
Pat Moriarty, 156 Meadowglen Circle, Coppell
The public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Thompson made a motion that S-1080, Schlotzsky's, be approved, subject
to the site plan, elevations and conditions that were discussed in the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Redford seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor.
None opposed.
9. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider approval of S-1081, Arby's Restaurant, located
near the southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline Road, at the
request of Winkelmann & Associates, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that the
circulation needs have to be looked at very carefully, especially with regard to the drive-
through window. Interior signage will be required and stop signs have been discussed
with the applicant. The elevation shows script lettering on the outside of the building.
It was Staff's understanding that this will be eliminated.
John Evans, 5950 Berkshire Lane, Dallas, TX, was present to represent this item before
the Commission and answer any questions.
Chairman Tunnell opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak to come forward.
Andrew Wagner, 601 Wellington, Coppell
The public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Redford made a motion that S-1081, Arby's Restaurant, be taken under
advisement with the hearing left open to June 16, 1994. Commissioner Thompson
seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Wheeler,
Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor. None opposed.
10. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider approval of ZC-566, zoning change from A to SF -
12, located approximately 3/10 mile east of MacArthur, along the north side of
DeForest Road, at the request of Beamer Development, Inc.
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Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that Staff
recommends approval of this zoning change. The reason for this change is to allow The
Estates of Cambridge Manor's entry way to be enhanced.
Jack Bommarito, 834 Lockhaven Lane, was present to represent this item before the
Commission.
Chairman Tunnell opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak to come forward.
There were none.
The public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Thompson made a motion that ZC-566 be approved, changing the zoning
from A to SF -12, to be developed as an entrance to The Estates of Cambridge Manor,
as per rendering to be presented to Council. Commissioner Hildebrand seconded the
motion. The motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell,
Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor. None opposed.
11. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider approval of ZC555(CH) Amended, zoning change
from SF -9 to SF -7 or any other more restrictive district, located at the northeast
corner of Parkway Boulevard and Coppell Road, at the request of the City of
Coppell.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that this City
initiated hearing was approved previously by the Commission as SF -7. It was
consequently approved by Council as SF -9. Council then directed staff to bring this back
before the Commission to reconsider its recommendation. Staff recommends that this
property be rezoned SF -7.
Pat Atkins, Tipton Engineering, representing Jim Sowell Construction Company, 6330
Beltline Road, Garland, TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission
and answer any questions.
Chairman Tunnell opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak to come forward.
There were none.
The public hearing was closed.
Commissioner Wheeler made a motion to change the SF -9 zoning on Case #ZC-555(CH)
to SF -7. Commissioner Thompson seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor.
None opposed.
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12. To consider approval of Jefferson 0 Riverchase, Preliminary Plat Addition, located
along the east side of MacArthur Boulevard, approximately 400 feet north of
Riverchase Drive, at the request of The Nelson Corporation.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating Staff's
concerns regarding traffic at this site. The City received a letter from Republic Property
regarding this property and additional MF -2 zoned property along Riverchase Drive,
north of the railroad track and Beltline Rd, which will be discussed later this evening.
Staff has concerns regarding a potential stacking problem with regard to the proposed
gates with rush-hour traffic coming into the complex, as this proposed development will
be located on a four -lane divided (which will eventually be a six -lane divided)
thoroughfare, adjacent to the TU Electric power line and the Riverchase Golf Course.
If this plat is approved, the applicant will apply for variances relating to the number of
dumpsters on the site and screening walls.
Craig Curry, Nelson Corporation, 5999 Summerside Drive, Dallas, TX, was present to
represent this item before the Commission. Also present were Bobby Page, JPI; Rob
Lange, land planner with the Nelson Corp.; and Tony Tramel (traffic consultant) with
DeShazo/Tang.
Chairman Tunnell called for an Executive Session at 10:35 p.m., as called for under
Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 -- Consultation with City Attorney regarding
Zoning Matters.
Chairman Tunnell reconvened into Regular Session at 10:55 p.m. and asked Gary Sieb
to address the ingress and egress of traffic into said complex.
Commissioner Redford moved to deny Jefferson @ Riverchase, Preliminary Plat.
Commissioner Wheeler seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor of denial. None
opposed.
13. To consider approval of White Glove Express, Final Plat, located along the east side
of Denton Tap Road, approximately 930 feet north of Vanbebber Road, at the
request of Mr. Lenny Poulsen.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that staff
recommends approval of the Final Plat, as submitted.
Lenny Poulsen, 433 Carter Drive, Coppell, was present to represent this item before the
Commission.
Commissioner Wheeler made a motion to approve White Glove Express, Final Plat.
Commissioner Hildebrand seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor.
None opposed.
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14. To consider approval of The Estates of Cambridge Manor Additions Final Plat,
located approximately 1,600 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, along the north side
of DeForest Road, at the request of Beamer Development.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that staff
recommends approval of this Final Plat, provided all easements are shown on the face
of the Plat, the 100 -year flood plain is clearly indicated, and escrow is provided for
improvement to DeForest Road.
Jack Bommarito, 834 Lockhaven Lane, was present to represent this item before the
Commission.
Commissioner Thompson made a motion to approve The Estates of Cambridge Manor,
Final Plat, subject to staff recommendations. Commissioner Wheeler seconded the
motion. The motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell,
Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor. None opposed.
15. To consider approval of Riverchase Club Addition, Preliminary Plat, located along
the northwest corner of Beltline Road and MacArthur Boulevard, at the request of
Nathan D. Maier Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that on
Tuesday evening, May 17th, Council approved the rezoning of this property from MF -2
to Office and Retail use. This Plat does not reflect Office or Retail use.
Bill Dahlstrom, Attorney, representing C.E.D. Construction, and Dave Brown, C.E.D.,
were present to represent this item before the Commission.
Chairman Tunnell called for an Executive Session at 11:15 p.m., as called for under
Texas Government Code, Section 551.071 -- Consultation with City Attorney regarding
Zoning Matters.
Chairman Tunnell reconvened into Regular Session at 11:20 p.m.
Commissioner Wheeler made a motion to deny Riverchase Club Addition, Preliminary
Plat. Commissioner Hildebrand seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor
of denial. None opposed.
16. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider approval of an ordinance amending Section 44-
6(2) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Coppell to allow a 30 -
day time period during which an applicant may rile an appeal with the P&Z
Commission from denial of a zoning request.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that the
current Zoning Ordinance states a 15 -day appeal time frame; whereas the City Code
states 30 days. This is being brought forward tonight to see if the Commission wishes
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to amend our Zoning Ordinance to conform to the City Code. The Staff recommendation
is that 15 days is more than enough time to appeal a case after denial, and in the interest
of efficient processing of zoning cases, 15 days has always been a significant time frame.
Staff recommends the 15 -day appeal time frame be retained.
Commissioner Thompson made a motion to retain the 15 -day appeal time frame.
Commissioner Redford seconded the motion. The motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners Wheeler, Thompson, Tunnell, Redford and Hildebrand voting in favor.
None opposed.
17. General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues.
(a) Discussion regarding Planning Commission authorized hearings to
determine proper zoning on various tracts of land, including, but not
limited to areas along MacArthur Boulevard, Riverchase Drive, and
the 121 By-pass, among others.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that the
April 8, 1994, letter from the Republic Property Group was forwarded to the
Commission for consideration and the possible consideration of other rezoning areas
around Coppell. Mr. Sieb then discussed the Republic Property Group letter which
basically stated that there is a 40 acre MF -2 tract owned by Republic Property on the
south side of Riverchase Drive, north of the railroad tracks. Republic Property is willing
to develop this tract with approximately 45 town house units and if they sell, then it
would be willing to develop the rest of the track with like town houses. In exchange for
this proposal, it wants Council to consider not rezoning the MF -2 property discussed in
Item 12 tonight, that is located along the east side of MacArthur Boulevard,
approximately 400 feet north of Riverchase Drive, which the Commission has
recommended for SF -7 and O rezoning. In essence, what is being said is that if that
MF -2 property is not rezoned, the other 40 acre MF -2 property will be developed at a
reduced density than the maximum allowed.
City Attorney Rob Dillard interjected that the Commission does not have any jurisdiction
tonight to discuss anything about the zoning on this property. Discussion should be
limited as to whether or not the Commission wishes to call a special hearing to consider
a change of zoning on this property. However, Mr. Dillard's interpretation of the
ordinance is that town houses can be built in MF -2 zoning so, in his opinion, there was
nothing to be discussed.
This tract was not one which was recommended for rezoning in accordance with the
Master Plan. Consequently, no special hearing will be called.
Chairman Tunnell introduced discussion of a triangular piece of property off MacArthur,
approximately 1 acre, presently zoned C (Commercial), which shows on the MacArthur
Park plats. The subcommittee had discussed rezoning this piece of property to O
(Office) because of its proximity to single-family homes in the area. It's too small to
develop as single family. After some discussion, it was decided to allow this property
to remain Commercial.
Property at Sandy Lake and Moore was briefly discussed. The present zoning is SF -12
and the 1987 Master Plan recommended property in this general location to be
Commercial. After some discussion, it was decided to leave the present single family
zoning.
Commissioner Thompson questioned the LI (Light Industrial) zoning on the southeast
corner property (approx. 3 acres) of Thweatt and State Roads. No further discussion
ensured.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 11:35 p.m.
Marsha Tunnell, Chairman
ATTEST:
H. Jandda, Administrative Secretary
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