BM 1998-09-17 PZMinutes of September 17, 1998
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, September 17, 1998, in the Coppell Town Center,
255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Chairman Stan Lowry
Vice Chairman Rick McCaffrey
Commissioner Jon Nesbit
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Texx Stewart
Also present were Assistant City Engineer Mike Martin, City Attorney Bob Hager, Fire Marshal
Travis Crump, Planning Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen, City
Planner Isabelle Moro and Sr. Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Commissioner Karen
Turner was absent. Commissioner Angelo DeFilippo has resigned.
1. Briefing on the Agenda.
Staff briefed the Commission on the cases.
2. Call to Order.
Chairman Stan Lowry called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated August 20, 1998.
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the minutes of August 20, 1998, as
written. Commissioner Kittrell seconded; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
4. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. S-1149, 7 Salsas, Tex-
Mex Grill & Cantina, zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to TC-S.U.P.
(Town Center, Special Use Permit), to allow a 3,000 square foot private club
restaurant to be located in the future shopping center at 230 N. Denton Tap Road, at
the request of Roberto Villa.
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City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of
the proposal, stating that this 3,000 square foot private club restaurant will have a seating
capacity for approximately 150 people. She stated that when the retail building Site Plan
was approved by Council, a condition was placed on it which limited all signs to a single
color in shades of either light gray, light brown, beige, cream or white. She then said
that the applicant will abide by whatever color is selected by the property owner. Ms.
Moro stated that staff recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, subject to the Site
Plan and the four conditions listed in the Staff Report.
Roberto Villa, 121 Edgewood, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this item before the
Commission and answer any questions. He stated that he is in agreement with all stated
conditions.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
No discussion followed.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve Case No. S-1149 7 Salsas, Tex-Mex
Grill & Cantina, zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to TC-S.U.P. (Town
Center, Special Use Permit), subject to the Site Plan and the following conditions:
1) To allow the consumption of alcoholic beverages in a private club
restaurant.
2) The proposed hours of the restaurant to be:
11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday;
11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday
3) Attached sign will comply with conditions placed by City Council during
the Site Plan review of the retail building which limited all signs to a
single color in shades of light gray, light brown, beige, cream or white.
4) Furnish complete restaurant address with suite number.
Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry, and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
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5. PUBLIC HEARING : To consider the approval of Case No. S-1150, Subway
Sandwich Shop, zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to TC-S.U.P. (Town
Center, Special Use Permit), to allow a 2,030 square foot sandwich shop to be
located in the future shopping center at 230 N. Denton Tap Road, at the request of
Thomas Chapman.
City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of
the proposal, stating that this 2,000 square foot restaurant, which will also serve TCBY
products, will seat approximately 66 people and will be located next to 7 Salsas Tex-
Mex. She stated that the applicant will comply with the sign stipulation for color placed
on the retail building. Ms. Moro then stated that staff recommends approval of this
Special Use Permit, subject to the Site Plan and the three conditions listed in the Staff
Report.
Thomas Chapman, 716 Falcon Lane, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions. Mr. Chapman distributed to the
Commission a letter dated September 17th, stating that the applicant will comply with the
staff's conditions. Mr. Chapman stated that the hours of operation are the minimum
hours recommended by the franchisee and are the hours he would like to operate his
business.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry then closed the Public Hearing.
No discussion followed.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Case No. S-1150, Subway
Sandwich Shop, zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to TC-S.U.P. (Town
Center, Special Use Permit), subject to the Site Plan and the following conditions:
1) Limit the Subway channel sign to 29 sf. The color of sign will be restricted
to the uniform sign color selected by the landowner.
2) The proposed hours of operations are as follows:
Monday through Thursday: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 12 midnight
Sunday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
3) Revise Tower Elevation to reflect the sign's proper size.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kittrell; motion carried (5-0) with
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Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry and McCaffrey voting in favor. None
opposed.
6. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. PD -110R,
Hollow, zoning change request to amend PD -110 (Planned Development, Single -
Family 9), to change the development conditions as they apply to Lot 15, Block D, to
permit a reduction of one foot to the required 8 foot side yard setback to
accommodate a two-story addition to the house located at 325 Beechwood Lane, at
the request of Mitchell and Kay Selle Schnurman.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits of the proposal, stating this property has a required 8' side yard on the
west side of the existing house and stating that 17' 7" on the east side is available for the
proposed addition that would relocate the utility room and add some additional living
space. He then stated that under the Zoning Ordinance, it's permissible to allow a one
foot architectural projection, provided the foundation is located 8' from the side property
line. In this case to accomplish this, light -weight siding would have to be used, vs. the
desired brick. Mr. Virtanen went on to say that if the foundation could be extended one
foot into the side yard, brick could be supported. He explained that the applicant would
like to extend the lower floor out one foot and then recess the second story one foot so
that the 8' foot side yard could be observed at that level. Mr. Virtanen explained that the
next door neighbor would rather see a brick wall than frame wall and if giving one foot
of the side yard up will achieve that, then they are in agreement. Staff recommends
approval of this request.
Mitchell Schnurman, 325 Beechwood Drive, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this
item before the Commission and answer any questions. Mr. Schnurman stated that his
goal was to come up with an addition which would increase the value of his home, as
well as be aesthetically pleasing to the neighborhood. He stated that his neighbors are in
agreement that an addition of all brick with a nice roof line would be preferable to a
cantilevered section of siding. He stated that the one foot would allow the family to have
a 3' 6" walkway while clothes are being washed.
Some discussion followed relative to the proposed and existing laundry rooms. Mr.
Schnurman stated that the existing laundry room would be converted to a mud room.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry then closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Case No. PD -110R, Pecan Hollow,
zoning change request to amend PD -110 (Planned Development, Single -Family 9) ,
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subject to the Site Plan and building elevations, as submitted. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Kittrell; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart,
Kittrell, Lowry and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
7. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. PD -172, Shadydale
Acres, zoning change request from SF -12 (Single Family 12) to PD -SF -9 (Planned
Development, Single Family -9), to allow the development of 14 residential lots within
the rear two-thirds of the Shadydale Acres subdivision on 4.15 acres of property
located along the south side of Willow Lane and between Oak Trail and Shadydale
Lane, at the request of Dowdey, Anderson and Associates, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing an exhibit of the proposal and stating that seven lots would face Oak Trail and
seven would face Shadydale. He stated that either 12 or 13 lots could be achieved with
the existing SF -12 zoning. Mr. Virtanen pointed out that Willow Lane has only a 30'
right-of-way and the Subdivision Ordinance requires that at platting time, a 50' right-of-
way for a residential street is required. Since this development is approximately 40 years
old, Mr. Virtanen surmises that the property was developed before the property was even
in the City of Coppell and that the County requirements for a black -top road with side
ditches are typically 60' right-of-way widths and it was probably built with the
understanding that whoever developed the property to the north would provide the other
half of the right-of-way. The property to the north did not develop residentially; rather,
the high school was located there and the City, at that time, did not require additional
right-of-way dedication on Willow Lane. From that standpoint, the Engineering
Department is trying to work out a solution in the event the street ever needs to be
improved and upgraded to a typical residential street, which would require a 28' concrete
section with curb and gutter. He stated that the Engineering Department is
recommending the dedication of 10 feet for a street utility and sidewalk easement on the
south side of the right-of-way of Willow Lane. Mr. Virtanen also pointed out that deed
restrictions exist which appear to have run until January 1, 1985, at which time the
covenants automatically extended for successive periods of 10 years. These restrictions
would stay in effect until a majority of the current owners of the tracts voted to change
such agreements in whole or in part These covenants restrict lot size to 16,000 square
feet and restrict front property lines to no less than 35 feet. Mr. Virtanen went on to
state that the City does not enforce deed restrictions and if the zoning is changed, the City
would honor a plat submitted which essentially showed the 14 lots; however, he pointed
out that the owners within the subdivision could conceivably file suit and stop the
developer, although some 6 properties within the subdivision have already violated these
deed restrictions, having been replatted with lot sizes somewhat less than 16,000 square
feet. Unless a court were to hold that the deed restrictions were no longer valid on
account of the existing violations, the earliest these restrictions could be changed would
be January 1, 2005. He then stated that staff recommends approval of the rezoning
request, subject to the Engineering comments and Site Plan as modified to comply with
staff stipulations.
Commissioner Kittrell asked if this area floods. Mr. Virtanen stated that it is not in the
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flood plain.
Terry Holmes, 510 Country Lane, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this item before
the Commission and answer any questions, stating that he feels this development is both
good for the City and the residents in the development. He stated that as part of the
Planned Development, all lots would be landscaped and sprinklered and the development
would include stone pillars at the corners and would be architecturally controlled by a
committee. Mr. Holmes then stated that 18 people who live on either Oak Trail or
Shadydale Lane have signed a petition supporting this proposal. He feels that when other
residents wish to sell their properties in the future, their value may well increase because
of this development.
Orientation of the two houses next to Willow Lane was briefly discussed.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward. Those speaking were:
Lanny Mayo - 122 Oak Trail, Coppell, TX -- density issue and deterioration of
the streets. Supports a 12 -lot subdivision.
Craig Johnson - 128 Oak Trail, Coppell, TX -- density concerns.
Mike Halbrook - 129 Oak Trail, Coppell, - TX -- density; loss of the wetlands
area/drainage and traffic concerns.
Carol Knewitz - 141 Oak Trail, Coppell, TX -- drainage concerns. Would
support larger lots.
Kenny West - 133 Oak Trail, Coppell, TX - would like one-story houses to
conform with the rest of the neighborhood; density concerns.
Barney Barnett - 300 W. Sandy Lake Road, Coppell, TX - in favor of the
development, saying that this development will revitalize the area and
stating that Holmes is a premier builder.
Bill Willis - 121 Oak Trail - adhere to deed restrictions which maintain the
integrity of the neighborhood; density concerns.
Discussion followed relative to the right-of-way dedication, the 10' easement, price of
homes, size of homes, etc.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to close the Public Hearing and deny Case No.
PD -172, Shadydale Acres, zoning change request from SF -12 (Single Family 12) to PD -
SF -9 (Planned Development, Single Family -9) . The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Lowry. Discussion continued relative to the cost of the property and the
density issue. With no further discussion, Chairman Lowry asked for a vote in favor of
denial. Motion carried (4-1) with Commissioners Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry and
McCaffrey voting in favor of denial. Commissioner Nesbit opposed.
A ten-minute break was observed.
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8. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of the Summit at the Springs, Phase
I, _Replat of Lots 36 and 37, Block B and Summit at the Springy U. ftlat of
Lots 31, 341 41, 42 and 43 , to allow the recordation of the new flood limit
on selected lots along the west side of Lexington Avenue and Edmondson Drive, at
the request of Dowdey, Anderson and Associates, Inc.
City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit of
the proposal and stating that seven residential lots are affected by these replats -- two in
Phase I and five in Phase II. She then stated that the purpose of these Replats is to record
the new flood plain limit which has been shifted back because of fill used on these lots.
Ms. Moro stated that staff recommends approval of these replats.
Michael Dowdey, Dowdey, Anderson and Associates, Inc., 5225 Village Creek Drive,
Suite 200, Plano, TX, was present to represent this item before the Commission and
answer any questions.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
No discussion followed.
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the Summit at the Sari' gs, Phase I.
Replat of Lots 36 and 37, Block B and Summit at the Springs, Phase H. Replat of Lots
31, 34, 41, 42 and 43, Block B. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
McCaffrey; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry,
and McCaffrey. voting in favor. None opposed.
9. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of the Zoning Ordinance Text
Amendment to Section 34 of the Zoning Code of Ordinances providing for greater
tree preservation and protection, as well as establish a city reforestation and natural
areas fund.
Assistant Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating that the
Tree Board and Leisure Services staff have worked for approximately two years on
revising Section 34 of the Zoning Ordinance dealing with tree preservation. He stated
that in part, this revision transfers the enforcement of tree preservation provisions from
Building Inspection to Leisure Services. Mr. Virtanen then went into an in-depth
explanation of the major points of the proposed changes.
Brad Reid, Park Planner and Landscape Manager for the City of Coppell, was present to
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represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions, expanding on Pert's
comments. Mike Martin, Assistant City Engineer, was asked to explain the Flood Plain
Ordinance as it might relate to or conflict with the new Tree Ordinance. Mr. Martin
complied. Some questions were asked by the Commissioners.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward. Those speaking were:
Tracy Garman - 707 Cambridge Manor Drive, Coppell, TX, Tree Board
member spoke in support of the proposed changes, discussing some of the
changes in depth. She stated that the Tree Ordinance is not in conflict
with the Flood Plain Ordinance. On a personal note, she mentioned an
ordinance which calls for a survey to note trees 8 caliper inches or more.
She is requesting that this ordinance be changed to reflect whatever caliper
of trees is adopted in the Tree Ordinance. City Attorney Hager indicated
that the Subdivision Ordinance references trees 8 caliper inches or greater
be noted on a tree survey and later stated that the Subdivision Ordinance
will be changed to reflect the newly adopted Tree Ordinance standards.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion followed relative to caliper inch changes, chances of tree survival, penalties
for destroying large trees, whether or not this Ordinance affected homeowners (the
answer is "no"), defining municipally funded road projects and City -owned building
projects, etc. It was the Commission's consensus that the City be as sensitive to tree
issues as possible, to design and location of projects so that as few trees as possible are
harmed. City Attorney Hager also suggested under "EXEMPTIONS" that 4G be
changed from "municipally funded" projects to "municipally owned" projects or
something comparable.
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment
to Section 34 of the Zoning Code of Ordinances providing for greater tree preservation
and protection, as well as establish a city reforestation and natural areas fund, including
staff comments with the revision to EXEMPTIONS 4G to read "municipally owned
projects" subject to the review of the Tree Board. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner McCaffrey. Motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart,
Kittrell, Lowry and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
Commissioner Stewart reiterated the hope that the City be as sensitive as possible to tree
issues when designing and building City -owned projects.
10. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of the Gateway Business Parks
Replat of Lot 2, Block 1, to allow the creation of a common area on an 8.3 acre site
located at the southwest corner of Freeport Parkway and Gateway Boulevard, at the
request of Halff and Associates, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the three items dealing with
Gateway Business Park to the Commission, simultaneously, showing an exhibit of the
proposal and stating that the purpose of the replats is to establish common areas to
accommodate business park identification monuments. He stated that the structures have
been in place for approximately eight years but were never completed, and staff feels that
this method is the best vehicle to accomplish this proposal. He stated that the plans show
what the landscaping will look like at the southwest and northwest corners of Freeport
Parkway and Gateway Boulevard and also at the entrance off of LBJ on Freeport
Parkway.
Todd Jackson, Halff Associates, Inc., 8616 Northwest Plaza Drive, Dallas, TX, was
present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
No discussion followed.
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the Gateway Business Park. R lat of
Lot 2, Block 1. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kittrell; motion carried (5-
0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry and McCaffrey voting in favor.
None opposed.
11. PUBLIC HEAR : To consider the approval of the Gateway Business Park
Replat of Lot 3, Block 2, to allow the creation of a common area on an approximate
36.9 acre site located at the northwest corner of Freeport Parkway and Gateway
Boulevard, at the request of Halff Associates, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
that the explanation of this case was given in the previous case and indicating that this
property is directly opposite the previous case, to the north.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to continent on this request to come
forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
No discussion followed.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve the Gateway Business Park,Replat of
Lot 3, Block 2. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kittrell; motion carried (5-
0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry and McCaffrey voting in favor.
None opposed.
12. To consider the approval of the Gateway Business Park, Block A Common Area and
Block B Common Area, Minor Plat, to allow the creation of two common areas
totaling .5585 of an acre of property located on the northwest and northeast corners
of Freeport Parkway and I.H. 635, at the request of Halff Associates, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
that in this case, this property has not been previously platted and pointed out the two
common areas to be established on each side of Freeport Parkway; north of LBJ.
No discussion followed.
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Gateway Busin_es. Park, Block A
Common Area and Block B Common Area. . Min_or Plat . Commissioner Nesbit seconded
the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry
and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
13. To consider the approval of the Paragon Cable, Site Plan, to allow the construction
of a 400 square foot fiber optics structure with an anticipated 800 square foot future
addition to be built on .276 of an acre of property located at 408 W. Bethel Road, at
the request of Stuckey Architects.
Assistant Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit of the proposal, stating this brick 20' x 20' structure will house fiber-optic
equipment and stating that the existing house on the property will be torn down to allow a
two -vehicle concrete parking area. Mr. Virtanen stated that the applicant must go to the
Board of Adjustment to seek a side yard variance because under current zoning
regulations, a 30' side yard is required on each side of the lot and since the lot is only 76'
wide, this variance is necessary. Mr. Virtanen expressed some concern as to the design
of this building but because of its present size and location, design may not be a factor;
however, when the building is expanded in the future, this may cause a problem and
indicated that the Commission may want to address this issue and the landscape issue
with the applicant. He then stated that staff recommends approval of the Site Plan,
subject to the Board of Adjustment granting a side yard variance.
Robert Stuckey, Stuckey Architects, 118 Houston Avenue, Weatherford, TX, was
present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He
presented the Commission with a revised landscape plan for their consideration.
Extensive discussion followed relative to preserving the integrity of the historic area of
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Old Coppell. Mr. Stuckey stated that this building is designed to be a
utilitarian/mechanical structure in order to house fiber-optic equipment and must be
weather tight. He stated that detailing the building can be considered, although actual
windows are not an option for security reasons and the sensitivity of the equipment.
Planning Director Gary Sieb interjected with the comment that this is only a 20' x 20'
box and it's the kind of building you don't want to draw attention to and suggested
discussion be centered on increasing the landscaping to buffer the building; creating a
visual barrier.
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Paragon Cable, Site Plan, subject to
the following conditions:
1) The Board of Adjustment granting a side yard variance.
2) Revise the Landscaping Plan to include the following: two hedges located
in the area between the parking and the proposed building expansion --
one of Nellie R. Stevens Holly spaced 3' apart and in front of this,
Boxwoods or Burford Holly shrubs or comparable shrubbery, plus
additional trees to be determined by staff.
Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
It was also noted to the applicant that the Fire Marshal has determined that a fire lane
must be provided 12rior to the construction of the building.
14. To consider the approval of the Vistas of Coppell, Phase 3, Final Plat, to allow the
development of a 61 residential lot subdivision on 21.61 acres of property located
along the south side of Vista Ridge Boulevard and east of the Coppell Middle School
North Campus, at the request of Carter and Burgess.
City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit of
the proposal, reminding the Commission of the special features of this Planned
Development and then elaborating on them, i.e., the set back from the 121 Bypass,
height of homes along the Bypass, side -yard set back variation, etc. She stated staff
recommends approval of the Final Plat, subject to the seven conditions listed on the Staff
Report.
Brett Pedigo, Carter & Burgess, Inc., 7950 Elmbrook Drive, Suite 250, Dallas, TX
75247, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions, stating that the applicant is in agreement with all staff conditions.
Minor discussion followed relating to landscaping and the maintenance of the common
areas by the Homeowners Association.
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Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Vistas of Copy Phase 3, Final
Fes, subject to the following recommended conditions:
1) Consolidate Note 2 and 15 as one.
2) Dedicate the Hike and Bike Trail easement shown along the southern
property line to the City of Coppell.
3) Show the 15' sanitary sewer easement along the southern property line.
4) Correct the adjacent zoning shown as "HC" to "SF -7".
5) The Homeowners Association document will have to be approved by the
City Attorney prior to the plat being filed with Dallas County.
6) This property is impacted by the Park Development ordinance stipulating a
fee of $1,285.00 per dwelling unit.
7) A deceleration lane will be constructed at Natches Trace Drive.
Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
15. To consider the approval of the request for a six-month extension of time as it
applies to the filing date of the Final Plat for Lot 2, Block 5, D/FW Trade Center, at
the request of Goodwin and Marshall.
City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, stating that because
of unexpected delays between the City of Coppell and the City of Grapevine, the original
Final Plat could not be filed within the original six-month time frame, consequently, it
needed to be resubmitted for a six-month extension. Ms. Moro reminded the
Commission that the Site Plan was approved with a condition that any expansion to the
truck court or building will have to comply with the Landscape Ordinance which means
that any future truck court or parking area, including the fire lane, cannot exceed 65,000
square feet. She then stated that staff recommends approval of this extension to
December 14, 1998.
City Attorney Hager also reminded the Commission that this condition was placed on the
original Plat. This interpretation gives a finite number vs. a formula for determining
landscaping requirements.
Ed Kellie, Goodwin & Marshall, Inc., 6001 Bridge Street, Suite 100, Fort Worth, TX
76112, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions.
No discussion followed.
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Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve a six-month extension of time as it
applies to the filing date of the Final Plat for Lot 2, Block 5, D/FW Trade, subject to a
limitation on the size of any future truck court or parking area, including the fire lane, of
no more than approximately 65,000 square feet. Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the
motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry and
McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
16. General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions
Planning Director Gary Sieb updated the Commission on the Planning and
Zoning cases brought before Council on September 8th. He stated that the
zoning change for Castlebury Court (now 19 vs. 20 lots) and the replat of
Lot 25, Northlake Woodlands, Phase IOC, were reconsidered by City
Council and approved.
B. Director's comments
Planning Director Gary Sieb announced that Commissioners Stewart and
Kittrell were reappointed for another two years and that Drew Halsey, a
resident of Wynnpage, was also appointed to the Commission; his term to
start in October. He stated that approximately 37 people applied for the
Planning and Zoning Commission this year.
Mr. Sieb then reminded the Commission of the Boards and Commission
Reception to be held in the atrium next Tuesday evening, September 26',
from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. New and reappointed members will be sworn -in
during the City Council Meeting.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:05 p.m.
Stan Lowry, Chairman
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Barba H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary
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