BM 1997-10-16 PZMinutes of October 16, 1997
PLANNING AND ZONING CONEMMION
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, October 16, 1997, in the Coppell Town Center,
255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Commissioner Stan Lowry
Commissioner Rick McCaffrey
Commissioner Angelo DeFilippo
Commissioner Texx Stewart
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Jon Nesbit
Commissioner Karen Turner
Also present were City Engineer Ken Griffin, Planning Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning
Director Pert Virtanen, Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro and Sr. Administrative
Secretary Barbara Jahoda.
1. Briefing on the Agenda.
Staff briefed the Commission on the cases.
2. Call to Order.
Commissioner Stan Lowry called the meeting to order.
3. Election of a Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to nominate Stan Lowry as Chairman ' of the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioner DeFilippo seconded the motion;
motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry, McCaffrey,
Turner and DeFilippo voting in favor. None opposed.
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4. Election of a Vice Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to nominate Rick McCaffrey as Vice Chairman of
the Planning and Zoning Commission. Commissioner DeFilippo seconded the motion;
motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry, McCaffrey,
Turner and DeFilippo voting in favor. None opposed.
5. Approval of Minutes dated September 18, 1997.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve the minutes of September 18, 1997,
as written. Commissioner DeFilippo seconded; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners
Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry, McCaffrey, Turner and DeFilippo voting in favor.
None opposed.
6. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Park West Commerce Center,
$enlat of Lot 2, Block 5 and Site Plan, to allow the development of a 151,379
square foot office facility on a 14.178 acre tract of land, located at the northwest
corner of Beltline Road and Wrangler Drive, at the request of Halff Associates,
Inc.
Chairman Lowry announced that the applicant has withdrawn this case from
consideration.
7. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Couoell Crossing Addition,
Preliminary Plat, to allow the development of 7 commercial lots on a 9.89 acre
tract of land, located at the northwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline
Road, at the request of Hunter Associates of Texas, Ltd.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing an exhibit of the proposed development. He stated that the submission of
drawings of a companion case requesting a change in zoning from C (Commercial) to a
Planned Development District has not been received by the Planning Department;
consequently, this item was pulled from the agenda. He then stated that a plat, when
submitted, needs action within 30 days or it will be automatically approved. Since proper
zoning is not in place for accommodating the Site Plan that was submitted in connection
with the Plat and since no withdrawal letter has been received from the applicant, Mr.
Virtanen stated that Staff recommends disapproval of the Preliminary Plat. He then
stated that this Plat can be resubmitted at a later date.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to deny the Copnell Crossing Addition,
Preliminary Plat. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Stewart; motion carried
(7-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry, McCaffrey, Turner and
DeFilippo voting in favor. None opposed.
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8. To consider the approval of The Mansions By the Lake Lot 1. Block 1. Final Plat,
to allow a mixed-use development containing 315 multi -family units on a 34.861
acre tract of land located along the east side of Coppell Road, approximately 967
feet north of Parkway Boulevard, at the request of Western Rim Investors, L.L.C.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
showing an exhibit of the property, stating that the applicant is final platting only the
multi -family tract and the open area associated with the apartment complex on 34.8 acres
of the 49.8 acre Planned Development. She stated that this multi -family development
will be built in two phases -- Phase I will consist of 27 apartment buildings totaling
approximately 189 units and Phase H will consist of 18 additional apartment buildings
totaling another 126 units, plus the associated recreational amenities such as a lake, tennis
and basketball courts, etc. She stated that Staff recommends approval of this Final Plat,
subject to the Engineering comment attached to the Staff Report.
Joseph Reue, Washington & Associates, Inc., 500 Grapevine Highway, Suite 375, Hurst,
TX 76054, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions. He stated that the applicant will comply with the Engineering comment.
There was no discussion.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve The Mansions By the Lake. Lot 1.
Block 1, Final Plat, subject to the following Engineering comment:
(1) Lighten up all the lines outside the limits of the property being platted.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Nesbit; motion carried (7-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry, McCaffrey, Turner and DeFilippo
voting in favor. None opposed.
9. To consider the approval of Forest Cove, Phase 1, Final Plat, to allow the
development of 44 residential lots on a 13.435 acre tract of land located along the
south side of Sandy Lake Road, approximately 2000 feet west of Denton Tap
Road, at the request of Carter and Burgess, Inc.
Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit of the lot configuration for this phase of the proposed development. He stated
there are some minor details on this Plat which need correction, but that Staff
recommends approval, subject to Engineering comments and the three recommended
conditions as stated in the Staff Report.
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Terry Mitchell, Carter and Burgess, Inc., 7950 Elmbrook Drive, Suite 250, Dallas, TX
75247, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions. He stated that the applicant will address all Staff comments and Engineering
comments.
Discussion mainly devoted to the existing trees followed. Mr. Mitchell stated that every
effort will be made to save and preserve as many trees as possible.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve the Forest Cove, Phase 1, Final
per, subject to the Engineering comments (attached to the Staff Report) and the
following conditions:
(1) On Sheet LP1 of the landscape plans, both thinwall pilaster spacing notes
on the brick screen wall detail shall read 10'-0" O. C. min., 30'-0" mar..
(2) Each sheet of the landscape plans shall bear the signature and seal of a
Texas registered landscape architect or a landscape contractor who is a
member of a bona fide nurseryman's association.
(3) Applicant shall submit an irrigation plan for approval by City staff prior to
recording the plat.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Turner; motion carried (7-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry, McCaffrey, Turner and DeFilippo
voting in favor. None opposed.
10. To consider the approval of Forest Cove. P,, hase 2, Final Plat, to allow the
development of 43 residential lots on a 12.217 acre tract of land located along the
south side of Sandy Lake Road, approximately 2000 feet west of Denton Tap
Road, at the request of Carter and Burgess, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
this property is just east of Phase I. He stated that Staff recommends approval, subject to
the four conditions as listed on the Staff Report.
Terry Mitchell, Carter and Burgess, Inc., 7950 Elmbrook Drive, Suite 250, Dallas, TX
75247, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions. He stated that the applicant will address all Staff comments.
Some discussion followed relating to the Lone Star Gas Pipeline Company condition.
Mr. Mitchell stated that several weeks ago plans were sent to Lone Star Gas for their
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review and a response was received and none of the comments are considered substantial
so the applicant feels there are no concerns.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve the Forest Cove. Phase 2. Final Plat,
subject to the following conditions:
(1) On Sheet LP 1 of the landscape plans, both thinwall pilaster spacing notes on
the brick screen wall detail shall read 10 =0" O. C. min, 30'-0" max.
(2) Each sheet of the landscape plans shall bear the signature and seal of a Texas
registered Landscape Architect or landscape contractor that is a member of a
bona fide Nurseryman's Association.
(3) Applicant shall submit an irrigation plan for approval by City staff prior to
recording the plat.
(4) Applicant shall obtain a letter from Lone Star Gas Pipeline Co. stating all
restrictions regarding the placement of construction, flatwork, roof
overhangs, accessory buildings, swimming pools, decks, fences, play
equipment and landscaping within the pipeline easement where it crosses
platted lots. All such restrictions shall be placed on the face of the plat prior
to recording.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner McCaffrey; motion carried (7-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry, McCaffrey, Turner and DeFilippo
voting in favor. None opposed.
11. To consider the approval of D/FW Trade Center - Trade Center Drive Right-
Wav, Final Plat, to allow the extension of Trade Center Drive eastward to tie in
with Patriot Drive through property located along the north side of State Highway
121 and west of Freeport Parkway, at the request of Goodwin and Marshall, Inc.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
showing an exhibit of the area and stating this is a street extension that will occur at the
D/FW Trade Center which is an industrial park project located in the northwest corner of
Coppell. She stated the industrial park totals approximately 179 acres; 63 acres being in
the City of Coppell; the majority being in the City of Grapevine. This proposed Right -
of -Way, Coppell's portion being approximately 400 feet of Trade Center Drive extending
to Patriot Drive, is designed to enhance the internal vehicular circulation of the project.
Ms. Moro stated that Staff recommends approval of this Right -of -Way extension.
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David Lamb, Goodwin and 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.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve the D/FW Trade Center - Trade
Center Drive Ri - - X, Final Plat. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Kittrell; motion carried (7-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Stewart, Kittrell, Lowry,
McCaffrey, Turner and DeFilippo voting in favor. None opposed.
12. 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 October 14th. He stated that Case No. S -1084R,
Kwik Kar, was continued to their November 11th meeting, citing strong
neighborhood opposition, signage removal, the power pole issue, landscaping,
etc.
B. Director's comments
Planning Director Sieb referred to the COG list of five courses that are being
proposed as in-house training for Commission members and took a poll of
subjects each Commission would be interested in taking, also whether or not
evening or Saturday training would be preferred (see attached list). He stated that
hopefully at the next P&Z meeting, an update will be provided.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:05 p.m.
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Stan Lowry, chairman
ATTEST:
B(arbaii H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary
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ANGELO DeFILIPPO
Part 1: The Role of the Commissioner Evenings preferred, but is flexible
Part 2: Zoning
Part 4: Subdivision Regulation
KAREN TURNE
Part 1: The Role of the Commissioner Evenings or Saturday a.m.
Part 2: Zoning
Part 4: Subdivision Regulation
RICK MCCAFFREY
Part 1: The Role of the Commissioner Evenings preferred
Part 2: Zoning
Part 4: Subdivision Regulation
Part 5: Planning for Fiscal Responsibilities
STAN LOWRY
Any course Evenings difficult. Saturday a.m.
preferred
ANNA KITTRELL
Part 1: The Role of the Commissioner Evenings difficult. Saturday a.m.
Part 2: Zoning
Part 4: Subdivision Regulation
Part 5: Planning for Fiscal Responsibilities
or any course
TEXX STEWART
Part 2: Zoning Any time
Part 4: Subdivision Regulation
or any course
JON NESBIT
Any course. Any time.