BM 1997-08-21 PZMinutes of August 21, 1997
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, August 21, 1997, in the Coppell Town Center,
255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Commissioner Stan Lowry, Chairman
Commissioner Rick McCaffrey, Vice Chairman
Commissioner Madge Cruse
Commissioner Angelo DeFilippo
Commissioner Texx Stewart
Commissioner George Redford
Also present were City Attorney Bob Hager, City Engineer Ken Griffin, Assistant City Engineer
Mike Martin, Acting Fire Marshall Travis Crump, 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.
Planning Director Gary Sieb stated that a letter had been received from Jack Jones
announcing his resignation from the Planning Commission.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
2. Call to Order.
Chairman Stan Lowry called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated July 17, 1997.
Commissioner Redford made a motion to approve the minutes of July 17, 1997, as
written. Commissioner McCaffrey seconded; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting in favor. None
opposed.
4. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No.
S -1084R, Kwik Kar, zoning change for property zoned C-S.U.P. (Commercial,
Special Use Permit) by amending the Site Plan of an automotive service center to
permit a 900 square foot building expansion for two additional service bays on
property located approximately 300 feet south of Bethel School Road, along the west
side of Denton Tap Road, at the request of Kwik Industries, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing illustrations of other Kwik Kar facilities in near -by cities and exhibits of the
proposal stating that from Staff perspective, since Denton Tap Road is a primary image
zone, the City wants to get the best quality development possible and there are several
recommendations listed in the Staff Report which need to be considered. He also stated
that originally, City Council waived the requirement of a screening wall because it was
conceived that it would have to be located at the rear property line which would require
the removal of trees. However, this is not the case -- it can be located anywhere
between the development and the rear of the property. Staff feels that since this proposal
will extend the facility to the rear, the screening wall is appropriate and should be located
at the edge of the development before the wooded area so that the trees can be
preserved. Mr. Virtanen explained that the applicant proposes to remove two parking
spaces with the thought that two trees could be preserved, although Staff doubts that
these trees could be preserved because the fill of the current parking area is already
sloping onto the root system of those two trees. If the parking lot is extended even
further to the west, it seems highly likely that the root system of those Post Oak trees
will get covered and within five years they'll die. Since there are 11 large trees back in
the western portion of the property, Staff has no major problem with the removal of the
two trees in order to accommodate the expansion. He stated that Staff recommends
approval of the request with the 11 conditions as listed in the Staff Report.
Sid Hollingsworth, Kwik Industries, Inc., 4725 Nall Road, Dallas, TX, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated that he
had a few questions and problems with a few of the recommendations and relayed his
feelings to the Commission.
Discussion followed pertaining to the power line issue.
Since this Public Hearing was a continuation from the July 17th meeting, Chairman
Lowry asked for people present who wanted to speak in favor of this request to come
forward. Those in favor were:
Ray Ellis, 4725 Nall Road, Dallas, TX
Bob Voelker, 335 Still Forest, Coppell, TX
Chairman Lowry then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to this
request to come forward. Those in opposition were:
Roger Ryan, 470 Wales Court, Coppell, TX
Lisa Titensor, 474 Wales Court, Coppell, TX
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Joni Freeman, 473 Wales Court, Coppell, TX
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Considerable discussion followed mainly pertaining to signage, the power line issue,
lighting for the building, screening wall, etc.
City Attorney Hager reminded the Commission that with regard to the C . I . V . I . C .
recommendations, unless there is an Ordinance or other regulation adopted by the
Council, it makes it difficult for the Commission to consider that group's
recommendations. He stated, however, that there is an existing Subdivision Ordinance
provision which says "where practical or reasonable, all utilities shall be placed
underground. "
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve S -1084R, Kwik Kar, zoning change
for property zoned C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permit), by amending the Site
Plan for an automotive service center to permit a 900 square foot building expansion for
two additional service bays, subject to Engineering comments and the following
conditions: (1) Restriction of the removal of existing trees to the 2 post oak trees located
closest to the existing building. (2) Addition of concrete pavement to provide 2
additional parking spaces in the area where the 2 existing trees are removed. (3)
Architectural elevations, to be provided by the applicant, which show building materials
and style of the same nature as the existing building. (4) Removal of all attached signs
except for the letters which read Kwik Kar Lube & Tune, the Official Inspection Station
sign, and 6 customer directional signs, limited to 3 on each side of the building located
on every other space between bay doors. (5) Redesign of the 6 customer directional
signs in colors to match and coordinate with the business identification sign. (6)
Removal of all portable signs, since they are not now and never have been permitted by
Coppell sign regulations. (7) Relocate the overhead power line a minimum of 80' from
the Denton Tap right-of-way line. (8) Construction of a retaining wall 5 feet beyond the
edge of proposed pavement, to prevent filling over the root systems of the existing post
oak trees within 25 feet of the proposed pavement. There will be no additional fill
beyond the retaining wall to the west side of the property. (9) Placement of temporary
protective fencing along the eastern edge of the wooded area to prevent construction and
construction equipment from disturbing more than 25% of the area under the drip line
of the 5 trees shown to be preserved east of the City sewer easement. (10) Construction
of a screening wall on top of the retaining wall to comply with Section 33 of the Zoning
Ordinance. (11) Additional light fixtures on the rear of the building addition shall be
shielded. (12) The west end of the property be maintain in accordance with City
standards. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Cruse; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissions Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed. (Commissioner McCaffrey suggested that replacement of dying
trees within one year be added as a condition. After discussion, it was determined that
this condition could be enforced for new additional landscape; however, in this case, it
would be unenforceable. The condition was eliminated.)
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5. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No.
S -1022R, McDonald's, zoning change for property zoned C-S.U.P. (Commercial,
Special Use Permit) by amending the Site Plan of a drive-through restaurant to
permit a 975 square foot attached enclosed play area on the north side of the
existing restaurant located approximately 201 feet south of Sandy Lake Road, along
the west side of Denton Tap Road, at the request of David E. Larsen and Associates,
Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits of the proposed project. He reminded the Commission that this case
was continued from the June 19th Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. He then
said that Staff restates its position that the existing Zoning Ordinance is very clear that
expansion of a dimensionally non -conforming structure is permissible only when the
addition observes all current area regulations and development standards. The problem
with this site is that it's currently substandard in terms of parking in that the square
footage of the existing restaurant building, if the parking standards that are in place today
are applied, is 8 parking spaces short. He stated that any additions to the building would
make this matter worse, plus any addition will also remove existing landscape area and
the site is, by current standards, lacking in this aspect. He then stated that Staff
recommends denial because the site is already developed to its capacity and that
expansion of the building is not an option, but if the Commission approves of this
proposal, Staff would have some additional concerns and the Board of Adjustment would
have to grant a special exception for parking below Code and would also need to grant
a variance in the landscape requirements.
David Larsen, 633 Cerrita Circle, Heath, TX, was present to represent this item before
the Commission and answer any questions. He offered an extended presentation of an
alternative to his former proposal and requested that this application be considered
favorably.
Some discussion followed.
Since this Public Hearing was a continuation from the June 19th meeting, Chairman
Lowry asked for people present who wanted to speak in favor of this request to come
forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to this
request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Extensive discussion followed regarding the inadequacy of room to expand, etc.
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Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to deny Case No. S -1022R, McDonald's. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner Cruse. Motion carried (4-2) with Commissions
Cruse, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting in favor. Commissioners Redford and
Lowry opposed. The applicant has 15 days to appeal this decision to Council.
Chairman Lowry called for a ten-minute recess.
6. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. PD -152R. Upper Image
Car Wash, zoning change for property zoned PD -C (Planned Development,
Commercial) by amending the Planned Development to permit a 3,498 square foot
self-service car wash building and a 1,680 square foot drying shed on property
located on the west side of MacArthur Boulevard, approximately 1,014 feet north
of Beltline Road, at the request of Oppel Family Partnership.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits and stating that this site is the old SpeeDee Oil Change location
between the City Garage and Sonic drive-through restaurant along MacArthur
Boulevard. She said that at the time when the initial site plan for the Planned
Development was approved, Staff had some reservations recommending an automobile
related use in such a high profile area because of the intensity of the use and the
esthetics of the facility. After discussions with the original developers, Staff agreed it
would be possible to establish auto related uses on MacArthur without negatively
impacting the area if the developer would agree to three conditions: (1) the use of
unified building materials, (2) coordination of signage and restrained use of such and
(3) extensive landscaping on the site. Ms. Moro went on to state that tonight's applicant
is in compliance with these conditions, however, the proposed red -channel lettering is
in conflict with the recommendation of the C . I . V . I . C . report which suggested that the
attached signs be limited to white, black or neutral colors (a shade of gray or brown) .
She stated that from the esthetics standpoint, this self-service car wash facility is far
superior in quality than the existing two facilities along Denton Tap Road and it would
add less bulk than a free-standing box structure in this high visibility area, yet Staff has
trouble recommending this use at this particular location because of the approved full-
service car wash facility being built across the street, the fact that there are two existing
self-service car wash facilities along Denton Tap Road, and a pending application for
another self-service facility to the south of this proposal. She stated that on one hand
Staff could recommend approval of this amendment to the Planned Development, subject
to the six conditions list on the Staff Report. On the other hand, the viability of this
request is questioned based on the demand, the proximity of this use to the car wash
being built across the street and the existing facilities near -by, etc. In the inial analysis,
Staff recommends against this request.
Ken Lambert, 1721 West Plano Parkway, Plano, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions. Ray Oppel, owner, 2104 Willow
Bend Drive, Plano, TX, was also present. Mr. Lambert showed the Commission slides
of various stereo -type car washes and his proposed facility and stated that they will
comply with all Staff conditions. Mr. Oppel stated the attributes of his proposed
facility, stating that it will be monitored 24 hours/day by security cameras and will be
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manned by one employee.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this request to come forward. Those speaking in favor were:
Andy Wagner, 601 Wellington Road, Coppell, TX
Bob Voelker, 335 Still Forest, Coppell, TX
Chairman Lowry then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Case No. PD -152R, Upper Image
Car Wash for an amendment to the Planned Development, subject to Engineering
comments and the following conditions: (1) Submittal of an irrigation plan. (2)
Increase the landscaping by 300 square feet. (3) Revise color of attached sign to reflect
the C . I . V . I . C . recommendation of white, black or neutral colors for backlit plastic
attached signs. (4) Substitute Andora, Blue Rug, and Wilton Juniper with a Juniperus
Horizontalis or Procumbens, as well as replace the Bradford Pear with the Aristocrat
Pear. (5) Hours of operation be limited to 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday through Saturday.
(6) Lighting to match existing facilities on site -- minimum lighting for landscaping and
security of facility after hours. (7) The facility be manned by a uniformed, identifiable
employee a minimum of eight hours per day. Motion was seconded by Commissioner
Redford; motion carried (6-0) with Commissions Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey,
DeFilippo and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed. As a point of clarification, City
Attorney Hager mentioned that approval of the building elevations by the Riverchase
Architectural Review Board needs to be accomplished by the applicant.
7. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. PD -162. Archon
Apartments, zoning change for property zoned LI (Light Industrial) to PD -MF
(Planned Development, Multi -Family) to permit a 600 -unit apartment complex to
be constructed in two phases on 37.77 acres of property located on the south side
of Beltline Road, approximately 2,100 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, at the
request of WHRB Real Estate Limited Partnership.
In compliance with Section 551.071(b) of the Government Code, Chairman Lowry
convened into Executive Session at 10:40 p.m. for consultation with City Attorney.
Regular Session reconvened at 11:10 p.m.
Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, giving some
historical background since the 1972 Comprehensive Master Plan and showing exhibits
of the proposed site. He stated that although this area was never considered for multi-
family zoning in the past, there is now multi -family zoning in the immediate vicinity and
this use, at this time, is reasonable to consider. While supportive of this application and
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recognizing that the Comprehensive Master Plan would need to be modified, Staff has
some concerns relative to building height, the amount of playground area, building
materials, etc. Mr. Virtanen stated that Staff recommends approval of an amendment
to the Comprehensive Master Plan and approval of this Planned Development, subject
to the Site Plan, building elevations and landscape plan modified to comply with five
recommended further conditions as listed in the Staff Report, including Engineering
comments.
Mark Walcott, 12440 Broken Bow, Houston, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions. He gave an extended presentation;
stated that he was prepared to address Staff recommended conditions and showed
exhibits of his proposal. Regarding the Hike and Bike Trail, Mr. Walcott said that the
developer is considering deeding to the City an easement -- a strip of land 15 feet wide,
basically from Beltline Road to the drainage ditch for an access for school children to
get to and from the Valley Ranch middle school that is being built. He stated that the
applicant might use the cost of that land to off -set a credit of the signalization which will
be installed so that the Riverchase children could access the school property through this
development. This would involve a revision to the Site Plan.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor or in opposition of this request to come forward.
Andy Wagner, 601 Wellington Road, Coppell, TX (opposed to rezoning)
David St. Clair, Jr., 205 Coral Drive, Coppell, TX (opposed to rezoning)
Rick Simmons, 1400 Ramsgate Ct. , Southlake, TX (owners of the Mansions by
the Lake, new apartment complex in west Coppell -- urged the applicant to
adhere to staff recommendations and make this a quality multi -family
development)
Bob Voelker, 335 Still Forest, Coppell, TX (power pole issue -- in favor of
rezoning)
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Gary Sieb was asked to comment on the power line issue. He stated
that C.I.V.I.C.'s recommendations were not approved by Council until February of this
year. Since we now have guidance from the Council, Mr. Sieb assured the Commission
that Staff will consistently ask that power lines be put underground.
Further discussion followed.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve Case No. PD -162, Archon Apts. zoning
change from LI to PD -MF, subject to the Site Plan, building elevations and landscape
plan modified to comply with recommended further conditions, subject to Engineering
comments relative to the Site Plan and subject to the following additional conditions:
(1) Delineation and designation of a total of 2.096 acres of Phase One and 1.68 acres
of Phase Two for use as playgrounds, parks and recreation for the residents of the
apartment complex. (2) Adherence to exterior material selections as shown on the color
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boards submitted for Phase One and Phase Two, with the exception that the white -slurry
brick shown for Color Palette A be permitted only if used as accent masonry to an
earth -tone brick as defined by the C.I.V.I.C. report to City Council of February, 1997.
(3) Placement of the overhead wiring along Belt Line Road underground (See discussion
of the Preliminary Plat) . (4) Accommodation of a hike and bike trail to provide a
pedestrian link between the Riverchase development and nearby school facilities. (5)
Provision of building elevations for all building configurations, including
leasing/recreation facilities, garages, F -A 1-A 1-F, El. -CI -Cl. -El, F1 -B1 -B1 -F1, B -A -A-
B, etc. On buildings which contain portions that are three-story, limitation of building
height, as measured at the mean height level between eaves and ridge, to 30 feet for
two-story portions and to 40 feet for three-story portions; with an overall height as
measured at the roof ridge not to exceed 35 feet for two-story portions nor 45 feet for
three-story portions. On buildings which do not contain a third story, limitation of
building height, as measured at the mean height level between eaves and ridge, to 30
feet for the most central 8 units and to 27 feet for the remaining 8 units; with an overall
height as measured at the roof ridge not to exceed 38 feet for the most central 8 units
nor 32 feet for the remaining 8 units. It was also recommended that Staff work with
the applicant on Condition No. 5 relative to the exceptions discussed during the P&Z
Hearing. The chart, as volunteered by the applicant, with the two exceptions will be
included as an exhibit. Commissioner Cruse also moved that an amendment to the
Comprehensive Master Plan be made to show this 33 -acre site suitable for multi -family
residential use. Motion was seconded by Commissioner McCaffrey; motion carried (6-
0) with Commissions Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
8. To consider the approval of Gunner Subdivision Lots 1-2 Block A Preliminar
Plat, to permit construction of a 600 -unit apartment complex to be undertaken in
two phases on separate tracts of land totaling 37.77 acres of property located on the
south side of Beltline Road, approximately 2,100 feet of MacArthur Boulevard, at
the request of Carson-Salcedo-McWilliams, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
that this is the Preliminary Plat for the zoning change just heard. He stated that Staff
recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat, subject to Engineering comments and the
two conditions as listed in the Staff Report.
Mark Walcott, 12440 Broken Bow, Houston, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated that he does not agree with
Staff conditions but will adhere to all technical issues in the Engineering comments. He
stated that he will be happy to work with Staff regarding the location of the Hike and
Bike Trail.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve the Gunner Subdivision, Lots 1&2,
Block A, Preliminary Plat, subject to Engineering comments and the following
conditions: (1) Accommodation of a Hike and Bike Trail to provide a pedestrian link
between the Riverchase development and nearby school facilities. (2) Placement of
overhead wiring along the Beltline Road frontage underground. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner DeFilippo; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting in favor. None
opposed.
9. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. PD -11634 Windsor
Estates, zoning change for property zoned A (Agriculture) to PD -SF -9 (Planned
Development, Single Family -9) to allow a Planned Development containing 27
single-family residential lots with common area on a 15.78 acre tract of land located
along the north side of DeForest Road, approximately 600 feet east of Allen Road,
at the request of Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits of the area and stating that this Preliminary Plat shows no alleys. She
stated that the property is currently in Floodplain and portions of DeForest Road, east
of Allen Road, are also in Floodplain. Since there is only one entrance to the
subdivision from DeForest Road, the portion of DeForest Road, east of Allen Road, will
need to be raised out of Floodplain. Ms. Moro also stated that the applicant is also
proposing a 20' Hike and Bike Trail easement to be located in the rear portions of Lots
9-15 of Block A. She stated that the applicant may want to consider not extending the
lot lines beyond the Hike and Bike Trail easement because as a practical matter, no
homeowner will fence beyond the trail easement. Staff believes that the Hike and Bike
Trail easement and the property north of the easement should be located in the common
area and maintained by the Homeowners Association. Ms. Moro stated that Staff
recommends approval of the zoning change, subject to Engineering comments and the
three conditions as listed in the Staff Report.
Kelly Jordan, 308 Park Meadow Way, Coppell, TX, developer; Helen -Eve Liebman and
Greg Burns, Kimley-Horn Engineers, 854 Cheshire Drive, Coppell, TX, and 1313
Edinborough, Carrollton, TX, were present to represent this item before the
Commission and answer any questions. Ms. Liebman and Mr. Burns showed exhibits
and pointed out several highlights of the proposed Planned Development. Ms. Liebman
also distributed to the Commission the revised Site Plan that reflects the City Staff
comments. She stated that every lot is at least 9,000 square feet with the average lot
size over 12,000 square feet.
Discussion followed.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward. Those speaking in opposition were:
Steven Smith, 977 Parker Drive, Coppell, TX.
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Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Additional discussion followed.
Commissioner Redford made a motion to approve PD -163, Windsor Estates, zoning
change from A to PD -SF -9, subject to Engineering comments and the following
conditions: (1) Developer elevates DeForest Road, east of Allen Road, as necessary,
to remove it from floodplain. (2) Place overhead power lines along DeForest Road
underground along the length of the subject property. (3) No fill will be used for
existing tree sites. The motion was seconded by Commissioner McCaffrey; motion
carried (6-0) with Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and
Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
10. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. S-1131. Chadick Art
Annex, zoning change from HO -R (Historic Overlay, Retail) to HO-R-S.U.P.
(Historic Overlay, Retail, Special Use Permit) to allow asphalt pavement on-site for
driveways and parking for the art annex complex located along the south side of
Bethel Road, approximately 60 feet west of Coppell Road, at the request of Steven
R. Chadick.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing an exhibit of the proposal and stating that Staff recommends approval of this
Special Use Permit.
Steve Chadick, 2019 Northwood Terrace, Denton, TX, was present to represent this
item before the Commission and answer any questions. He showed an exhibit indicating
the existing landscaping on the property.
A question was raised and answered as to lighting of the parking lot.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Case No. S-1131, Chadick Art
Annex, zoning change from HO -R to HO -R -S . U. P. , subject to the Site Plan,
Engineering and Fire Department comments and the following condition: (1) City
Engineer approval of the pavement surface, with the fire lane portion of the pavement
capable of supporting a 40,000 pound vehicle. The motion was seconded by
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Commissioner Cruse; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Lowry,
McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
11. PUBLIC HEARING; To consider the approval of Case No. S-1132. Alford Media,
zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use
Permit) to permit the use of an existing residential structure as a company
conference center and lodge on 1 acre out of 14.76 acres of industrial property
located at 296 S. State Road, at the request of Alford Media Services, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing an exhibit of the proposal and stating that the existing residence on this site,
in order to be used as a conference center, needs to have a Special Use Permit. He
stated that Staff recommends approval of this request.
Steve Alford, 1213 Woodcreek Lane, Southlake, 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 in favor of this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve Case No. S-1132, Alford Media, zoning
change from LI to LI -S . U. P. , subject to the Site Plan. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner McCaffrey; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Redford, Cruse,
Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
12. To consider the approval of Alford Media Addition. Preliminary Plat and Site Plan,
to allow the development of a 41,231 square foot office/warehouse facility on 14.76
acres of property located along the east side of State Road, approximately 2,400
feet south of Sandy Lake Road, at the request of Dunaway Associates, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits of the proposal and stating that about 25 % of the property will be
developed, including a 41,000 square foot office/showroom facility. He stated that this
property is heavily wooded. Mr. Virtanen stated that Staff recommends approval of the
Preliminary Plat, subject to Engineering comments and the six conditions as listed on
the Staff Report. He then stated that Staff also recommends approval of the Site Plan,
subject to the two conditions as listed on the Staff Report.
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Steve Alford, 1213 Woodcreek Lane, Southlake, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions, showed exhibits and addressed Staff
comments. Ron Pearson, 2309 Greenpark, Richardson, TX, was also present to discuss
this proposal.
Some discussion followed.
Commissioner Redford made a motion to approve Alford Media, Preliminary Plat and
Site Plan, subject to Engineering comments and the following conditions: (1) Provision
of underground electrical service to all on-site facilities from a point east of the
warehouse/office building; north of the existing residential structure. (2) Show width
of existing State Road right-of-way. (3) Correct spelling errors in signature blocks. (4)
Show Fennell property zoned U. (5) Show Bray Brothers property zoned 2F-9. (6)
Show eastern portion of site and Irby Addition zoned SF -12. The Planning Commission
also recommended approval of the Site Plan subject to the following condition: (1) City
Council granting a waiver of paragraph 1, Section 33-1, of the Zoning Ordinance,
applicable to screening. (The other Staff recommendation was not followed by the
Commission.) The motion was seconded by Commissioner McCaffrey; motion carried
(6-0) with Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart
voting in favor. None opposed.
Chairman Lowry called for a five-minute recess.
13. To consider the approval of Town Center Addition Lot 1 Block 3 Preliminar
Plat and Site Plan, to allow the development of a 24,620 square foot retail facility
on a 2.54 acre tract of property located at the northeast corner of Denton Tap
Road and Town Center Boulevard, at the request of Dowdey, Anderson and
Associates, Inc.
Chairman Lowry announced that the applicant has withdrawn his application and will
resubmit at a later date.
14. To consider the approval of Connell Greens. Phase One, Final Plat and Site Plan,
to allow the development of 120 lots of the proposed 217 -lot residential subdivision
located along the west side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 800 feet north of
the 121 Bypass, at the request of Dowdey, Anderson and Associates.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits of the proposal and stating that the applicant is platting 35.8 acres of
the total 62.4 acres of property. She stated that this Final Plat shows slight variations
from the approved Planned Development Site Plan consisting of lot layout, lot quantity,
configuration of common areas and the addition of Dalmalley Lane. She stated that with
this revised Site Plan, the developer will eventually plat a total of 222 residential lots
vs. the 226 residential lots previously approved and further stated that as long as the
developer doesn't exceed what was approved previously and the modifications are
minor, Staff is comfortable accepting the revised Plat. Ms. Moro said that it hasn't yet
been determined which electric company will be serving the subdivision and outlined
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this situation with the Commission. She then stated Staff concern regarding the radius
of cul-de-sac lots, especially at Turnberry Lane. Ms. Moro stated that Staff
recommends approval of this Final Plat and Site Plan, subject to the ten conditions as
listed in the Staff Report.
Bill Anderson, 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. He stated that since the writing of the Staff Report and after checking
with the Engineering Department, it was determined that the radius of the cul-de-sacs
meets the minimal criteria whereby you have 12' drives and 5' radiuses on each side in
front of each lot
Minimal discussion followed, pertaining to the power supply and the cul-de-sac issues.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve Coppell Greens, Phase I, Final Plan and
Site Plan, subject to Engineering comments and the following conditions: (1) Modify
existing landscape plan to reflect what was approved with the planned development or
amend the planned development. (2) Provide a detail screening wall and subdivision
entry sign elevation. (3) The property owner must resolve which electric company will
serve the subdivision. (4) The City will not accept right-of-way dedication on Denton
Tap Road until the Texas -New Mexico power lines are either removed or placed
underground. (5) The TU Electric power lines must be placed underground. (6)
Eliminate the use of the term zero side of a home from the homeowners association
document. (7) The homeowners association document must be approved by the City
Attorney. (8) Substitute plant materials listed on the City's approved plant palette for
the following plant materials: a. Soft -leaf Yucca, b. Red Yucca, c. Virginia Creeper,
d. Blue Rug Juniper. The motion was seconded by Commissioner McCaffrey; motion
carried (6-0) with Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and
Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
15. To consider the approval of Mansions by the Lake, Preliminary Plat and Site Plan,
to allow a mixed-use development containing 315 multi -family units, 14 single
family lots and park area on a 49.89 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 exhibits of the proposal and stating that this project will be developed in two
phases. Phase I will consist of the construction of 27 apartment buildings
(approximately 189 units), clubhouse, pool and sand court. Phase II will consist of 18
apartment building (approximately 126 units) and the rest of the amenities, such as the
basketball courts, tennis courts, lake and also the 14 single-family lots. Staff
recommends approval of the Preliminary Plat and Site Plan, subject to the two
conditions as listed on the Staff Report.
Rick Simmons, 1400 Ramsgate Court, Southlake, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated that he agreed with Staff
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conditions.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve Mansions by the Lake, Preliminary Plat
and Site Plan, subject to Engineering comments and the following condition: (1)
Substitute all planting material not on the City's Plant Palette with ones that are
approved in the Plant Palette listing. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
McCaffrey; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Lowry,
McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
16. General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions
Planning Director Gary Sieb briefed the Commission on the cases that had gone
forward to Council in August. Regarding the Historic District, he stated that
some Council members felt the district should be enlarged to include Grapevine
Springs Park. The Commission has been asked to authorize the calling of a
Public Hearing to determine possible additional lands to be included in the
Historic District, to certainly include Grapevine Springs Park and possibly the
area between the park and where the existing Historic area stops.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to authorize Staff to advertise a Public
Hearing to determine proper zoning and perhaps enlarge the Historic District.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Redford; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart
voting in favor. None opposed.
B. Director's comments
Planning Director Gary Sieb reiterated that Commission Jones had resigned,
having sent a letter, copy of which will be given to the Commission.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 1:30 a.m.
Stan Lowry,
ATTEST:
H. Jahoda, Administrative Secretary
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