BM 1997-06-19 PZMinutes of June 19, 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, June 19, 1997, in the Coppell Town Center, 255
Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Commissioner Stan Lowry
Commissioner Jack Jones
Commissioner Rick McCaffrey
Commissioner Angelo DeFilippo
Commissioner Madge Cruse
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.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
2. Call to Order.
Chairman Stan Lowry called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated May 15, 1997.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve the minutes of May 15, 1997, as written.
Commissioner DeFilippo seconded; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners Cruse,
Jones, Lowry, McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in favor. None opposed.
Commissioners Redford and Stewart were present be not yet sworn in.
4. Swearing-in of two new Planning Commission members.
Chairman Lowry welcomed Texx Stewart and George Redford and swore them in as
replacement Planning and Zoning Commissioner members. Commissioner Stewart's
term expires October, 1998, and Commissioner Redford's term expires October, 1997.
5. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. S-11258. House of
Style' zoning change from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use
Permit), to allow a business within a residential structure on commercial property
and on-site asphalt paving in the HO (Historic Overlay) District located at 520 S.
Coppell Road, at the request of Kim Dobecka.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
that the Site Plan submitted needed clarity as to the location of the property line. He
showed exhibits of two scenarios regarding the property line and associated driveway/
parking area. He stated that a hair salon in this historic/commercial area is considered
a suitable use. Because the Site Plan, at this time, does not meet the City's
requirements, Staff feels that rather than delaying this case further, Staff has elected to
recommend approval, placing a number of conditions on its approval, hoping that by the
time the case reaches Council, the applicant will submit a Site Plan that will be
acceptable.
Kim Dobecka, 301 Sandy Lake Road, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions. She stated that the Site Plan she had
with her shows 10' feet between the north property line and the driveway. She also
stated that she can comply with the eight conditions listed on the Staff Report and that
she hopes the use of asphalt gets approved by Council in the downtown Historic District.
Some 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.
There were none.
Commissioner McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing and made a motion to approve Case
No. S -1125R, House of Style, le, zoning change from C (Commercial) to C -S . U . P.
(Commercial, Special Use Permit), to allow a business within a residential structure on
commercial property and on-site asphalt paving in the HO (Historic Overlay) District
located at 520 S. Coppell Road, subject to the following conditions: (1) Revision of the
site plan to show the 50' -wide parking pavement reduced in width to no less than 41',
the 24' -wide driveway reduced in width to no less than 20', and the northern edge of the
parking area and driveway no less than 10' from the property line of the adjoining lot
which faces South Coppell Road. (2) Revision of the site plan to show compliance with
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the landscaping requirements of the Zoning Ordinance regarding the placement of
screening and trees within parking and driveway buffers. (3) Revision of the site plan
to show a 20' radius on each side of the driveway connecting it to the existing street
pavement, and a curve in the driveway as it crosses the front yard to achieve an offset
from the northern property line such that the northern edge of the driveway will be at
least 20' from the north property line at a point 20' east of the street pavement. (4)
Driveway and parking area to be paved with concrete which meets City standards, or
upon adoption of the Historic Overlay District as recommended by C . I . V . I . C . , with
asphalt consisting of a compacted lime -stabilized subgrade at least 6 inches in depth,
overlain with a base course of Type "B" hot mix asphaltic concrete at least 4 inches
thick, plus a surface course of Type "D" hot mix asphaltic concrete at least 2 inches
thick. (5) Compliance with Engineering and Fire Department requirements. (6) Sign
design and colors to be in accordance with the drawing and color board submitted. (7)
The correctly revised site plan shall be submitted to the planning staff for review no
later than 5 p.m., June 24, 1997. If additional changes are necessary to comply with
Zoning Ordinance requirements or these conditions, those changes shall be made and all
documents resubmitted no later than 5 p.m., June 26, 1997. If applicant cannot comply
with this condition, planning staff is instructed to schedule the public hearing before City
Council on August 12, 1997. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Cruse; motion
carried (7-0) with Commissions Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry, McCaffrey, DeFilippo
and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
6. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of PD -160, The Mansions by he
Lake, zoning change from SF -7 (Single Family -7), MF -2 (Multi -Family -2) and A
(Agriculture) to PD -MF -2, SF -7 and Open Space (Planned Development, Multi -
Family 2, Single Family -7 and Open Space) to allow a mixed-use development
containing 315 multi -family units and 16 single family residential homes on a 49.899
acre tract of land located along the east side of Coppell Road, approximately 967
feet north of Parkway Blvd., 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 proposed project, which will be developed in two phases. The
first phase will consist of 23 multi -family buildings, totalling approximately 160 units,
a clubhouse, pool and a sand court. Phase II will consist of an additional 22 multi -family
buildings, along with 16 single-family lots and the construction of a variety of
recreational facilities, as well as the expansion of the lake. The Leisure Services
Department negotiated to acquire approximately 10 acres of this property located on the
northeastern edge for a future public park site, which would be accessed by a private 24'
wide road extending northward from the Westminster Way cul-de-sac located in the
single-family residential portion of the development. The City would build a semi-
circular parking lot with 14 regular parking spaces and two handicap spaces, as well as
a covered picnic area measuring about 2,500 square feet in size. An extensive Hike and
Bike Trail is also being proposed for this development. Ms. Moro then discussed the
four variations in the multi -family area that the applicant is seeking, as listed in the Staff
Report. Ms. Moro stated that the applicant has shown great awareness with regard to
preserving existing trees on the site. A separate construction entrance is proposed in an
attempt to preserve a mature grouping of trees that are located at the eventual main
entrance of the project. Staff commends the developer for the design of the project (the
overall density is 15 units per acre which is considerably lower than the maximum
allowable density of 22 units per acre in straight MF -2 zoning) and recommends approval
of the proposal, subject to the four conditions listed in the Staff Report.
Marcus Hiles, principal owner, 2400 S.H. 121, Euless, TX, 76039, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions, stating that he is
in agreement with all of Staffs recommendations. He showed elevations of the proposed
project and discussed the recreational amenities. He stated that, in his opinion, The
Mansions by the Lake proposal is a AA quality apartment complex. Mr. Hiles discussed
one of his variation requests, Building #8, which has only a 30' set back. The reason
for this request is that there is a large tree cluster at the front entrance way and Mr.
Hiles stated that the developer of Asbury Manor to the south, fully supports this request
and there is a letter of consent from him. A second presenter, David Washington,
Washington & Associates, Inc., 500 Grapevine Hwy., Suite 375, Hurst, TX 76054,
addressed the six Engineering concerns and stated that Comments 1 and 2 have been
taken care of. Kelly Osborne, Vice President of Humphreys and Partners Architects,
5350 Alpha Road, Dallas, TX 75240, was also present; showed slides of the "big house"
concepts (multi -family housing that look like single-family residences) . He displayed the
proposed building materials to the Commissioners.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this request to come forward.
Stacy Hager, 614 Clifton Court, Coppell, TX
Nancy Yingling, 606 Clifton Court, Coppell, TX
Both ladies expressed concern that Clifton Court would dead-end into
someone's back yard and requested that a wall/buffer separate Lots 1-6
from Clifton Court.
Chairman Lowry asked that Mr. Hiles return to the lectern and clarify his position. Mr.
Hiles indicated his willingness to be a good neighbor and that on Block 2, Lots 3 and 4,
a 6' masonry screening wall, similar in color to the master development, will be
constructed measuring 140 feet along the rear property line.
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.
Discussion followed. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, stated that the City is negotiating
with the developer to see if the price of the 10 acres of open space being considered for
a public park would be attractive to the City. The public park will be included in the
Open Space area, whether the property is owned by the developer or the City. If the
City purchases this property, Mr. Sieb stated that the City would not be bound by the
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development's Homeowners' Association covenants and restrictions.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve Case No. PD -160, The Mansions by the
Lake, zoning change from SF -7 (Single Family -7), MF -2 (Multi -Family -2) and A
(Agriculture) to PD -MF -2, SF -7 and Open Space (Planned Development, Multi -Family
2, Single Family -7 and Open Space) to allow a mixed-use development containing 315
multi -family units and up to 16 single family residential homes on a 49.899 acre tract of
land located along the east side of Coppell Road, approximately 967 feet north of
Parkway Blvd., subject to the following conditions: (1) List all requested variations from
MF -2 zoning on face of the zoning exhibit and recommendation for approval of these
variations by the Planning and Zoning Commission. (2) Provide a detail landscape plan.
(3) Submit building, fencing and subdivision identification sign elevations. (4) A 6 -foot
brick wall of comparable materials used on-site be erected behind Lots 3 and 4, Block
2 (property adjacent to Clifton Court). (5) Compliance with Engineering comments.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner McCaffrey. Chairman Lowry commended
the applicant for bringing forth a first-class project and thanked him for his sensitivity
as to land use. Motion carried (7-0) with Commissions Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry,
McCaffrey, DeFilippo and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
Chairman Lowry called for a five-minute recess. Commissioner Stewart excused himself for
the remainder of the evening because of illness.
7. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. S -1129R, Artisan
Landscape Inc., zoning change from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial,
Special Use Permit), to allow the operation of a business within a residential
structure on commercial property and for the associated open storage area located
at 832 Howell Drive, at the request of Brian Sandleback.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
stating the history of the property in question and showing exhibits of the proposed
commercial use. She reminded the Commission that on April 17th, the Commission
denied this case because the Site Plan did not comply with City standards and the
intensity of the use was a concern to Staff. She stated that the applicant is now
presenting a modified request which differs from the Site Plan distributed last week to
the Commission members. Ms. Moro stated that Council would have to grant a variance
with regard to the proposed wooden fence. This evening the applicant will be providing
the Commission reassurances and a list of conditions he is willing to abide by. She
urged the Commission to address a number of issues relevant to deliveries to the
location, consider limiting the number of vehicles/trucks that will be parked inside the
screened fence, consider limiting hours of operation; keeping the dumpster permanently
located inside the screened area, etc.
Brian Sandleback, owner of Artisan Landscape, Inc., 407 Cooper Lane, Coppell, TX
75019, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions. He distributed revised packets of his proposal to the Commission. Mr.
Sandleback acknowledged that this property on Howell Drive has been a disgrace to the
community for the last 3-31/2 years. He vows to change this property into a beautiful,
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respectable and proud place of business and addressed Staff s comments. He showed
exhibits of his proposal. In order to accommodate Staffs concerns regarding the
intensity issue, Mr. Sandleback has compiled, in writing, guidelines that he's comfortable
with and requested these guidelines be made a permanent record of tonight's meeting and
read the list to the Commission (see Exhibit A attached) . Mr. Sandleback stated that he
has spoken with most homeowners on the block and showed an exhibit indicating all
those in favor of his application. He also addressed the signage issue.
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:
Jacquelynn Parrish, 805 Howell Drive, Coppell, TX
Vivian Checkley, 812 Howell Drive, Coppell, TX
Chairman Lowry then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to this
request to come forward. Those speaking in opposition were:
Rich Pilone, 801 Howell Drive, Coppell, TX (showed photographs taken in the
last two to three weeks, including a large 18 wheeler) .
Mr. Sandleback asked to be heard again and Chairman Lowry granted his request. He
addressed the photograph of the semi which Mr. Pilone said was parked on the property
in question. Mr. Sandleback stated that he had no idea who owned the semi that was left
running and the driver who fell asleep behind the wheel. Mr. Sandleback stated that
after his last appearance before the Planning and Zoning Commission, he asked Mr.
Pilone is sit down and talk about his proposal and the issues, but that Mr. Pilone had
refused.
Mrs. Parrish asked to see the picture of the 18 -wheeler semi that was parked on the
property. After viewing the photograph, she identified the semi as that belonging to a
man named Gaylon who resided next door to her at 809 Howell. She stated that Mr.
Gaylon parked there without permission on that weekend and that the semi was not
delivering goods to Artisan Landscaping, Inc..
Chairman Lowry closed the Public Hearing.
Some discussion followed. Chairman Lowry stated that he was extremely reluctant to
move forward on this case given the fact that the applicant has revised his submittal since
Staff reviewed the original submission. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, gave a brief
history of the property and stated that Staff does not like to negotiate at the podium; this
should be done at the Development Review Committee level. He stated three options
that can be taken by the Commission; i.e., (1) Deny the request; (2) recommend approval
and forward to Council, based on the fact that the applicant is credible and has addressed
the issues and that his solution to the problem outweighs the concerns that have been
expressed by Mr. Pilone; and (3) considering there is new information and since Staff
has not had an opportunity to thoroughly review the plan, hold the case under advisement
and bring it back next month. Mr. Sieb recommended Option No. 3.
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Commissioner Cruse wanted to express, for the record, that she is opposed to open
storage on this kind of area and this type of commercial property. Commissioner
Redford asked the applicant to address the type of storage and how the storing of
materials would be handled.
Commissioner Redford reopened the Public Hearing and made a motion to continue Case
No. S -1129R, Artisan Landscape, Inc., zoning change from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P.
(Commercial, Special Use Permit) to the July 17th meeting of the Planning and Zoning
Commission. Motion was seconded by Commissioner DeFilippo; motion carried (6-0)
with Commissions Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry, McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in
favor. None opposed. Commissioner Stewart had left because of illness.
8. 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 1,475 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 site, including the proposed indoor play area. He stated
that the existing Site Plan is substandard by current standards, i.e., it is short on parking
space and short on landscaping by today's standards. If the additional 1,475 square feet
of restaurant/building area were constructed by Zoning Ordinance requirements, it would
place the parking at considerably below current standard (63 spaces required vs. the
present 40 parking spaces) . He stated that the Board of Adjustment could grant a special
exception, if an applicant can prove that the parking that's required is not necessary.
From Staff perspective there are three considerations that need to be given: (1) Is
parking currently adequate? Staff feels that this question should be addressed before
consideration is given to the expansion plans. (2) The landscaping is below current
standard and if this facility were expanded, it would further reduce the landscaping. (3)
Is a play place really necessary to the success of this business? If so, what should it look
like? Based on these three considerations, and what has been submitted thus far, Staff
recommends denial.
David Larsen, Architect, 3011 Canton Street, Dallas, TX 75226, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He showed
prototype exhibits of the planned expansion and attempted to explain how McDonald's
feels it can come into compliance for consideration this evening. Mr. Larsen stated that
since the original building was built ten years ago, they now have to work with what is
there. This is difficult to do in a fast-food business because over the last several years,
the customer base and the way people have utilized the restaurant and facility has
changed. McDonald's responsibility is to satisfy the intent of the Commission and utilize
what they can with what is available to meet those goals. Mr. Larsen mentioned that the
owner would like to donate the trolley car to the City if there was a use for it.
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Some discussion followed, including suggestions from Commissioners regarding better
utilization of the existing and proposed areas; increasing landscaping areas to come closer
to today's ordinances. It was also suggested that the applicant work closely with Staff
regarding details on the building. Mr. Larsen stated that these suggestions were valuable
and the applicant will work towards this end, based on what they have to work with. He
also stated the parking issue is very difficult to resolve.
Mike Matta, Construction Project Manager with McDonald's, 511 E. Carpenter
Freeway, Suite 375, Irving,TX 75062, also answered some questions of the Commission.
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.
Commissioner Jones made a motion to continue Case No. S -1022R, McDonald's, to the
August 21, 1997, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting. Motion was seconded by
Commissioner Cruse; motion carried (6-0) with Commissions Redford, Cruse, Jones,
Lowry, McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in favor. None opposed. Commissioner
Stewart had left because of illness.
9. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Freeport North, Tract 5. Replat,
to create a single lot to accommodate a 297,902 square foot office/warehouse facility
on 27.8548 acres of property located at the northwest corner of Gateview Boulevard
and Royal Lane, at the request of Halff Associates, Inc.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
showed an exhibit and stated that the purpose of this replat is to create a single buildable
lot that will accommodate this facility with anticipated future construction of additional
buildings. As a point of information, Ms. Moro stated that the applicant received a
variance from the Board of Adjustment to allow a living screen at the loading area and
truck court facing Gateview Boulevard in lieu of a 6' brick screening wall and will also
provide a 5' Hike and Bike Trail easement adjacent to Gateview Boulevard to
accommodate a future on -street bike trail proposed on the Master Plan. Staff
recommends approval, subject to the four conditions as listed in the Staff Report.
Robert Ahmuty, Regional Vice President of Development for MEPC, 15303 Dallas
Parkway, Suite 400 LB 10, Dallas, TX 75248, was present to represent this item before
the Commission and answer any questions. He stated that the applicant is in agreement
with the four conditions recommended by Staff; showed the rendering of the building
elevation and a material board to the Commission and stated that the applicant does not
plan to erect monument signs at this time.
Some discussion followed.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this proposal 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 Freeport North, Tract 5, Replat,
subject to the following conditions: (1) Provide a citation referencing the recordation of
Tract 5 of Freeport North. (2) Replace the Final Plat reference in the City Secretary's
signature block with Replat. (3) The number of new trees shall be 187. (4) Modify L.2
Landscape Plan to reflect the plant material changes shown on L.1 Plan. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Cruse; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry, McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in favor. None
opposed. Commissioner Stewart had left because of illness.
10. To consider the approval of Vistas of Coppell, Phase 1B, Final Plat, to allow the
development of 49 lots as the final phase of a residential subdivision located along
the south side of Spur 553 (also known as Vista Ridge Blvd.), east of Denton Tap
Road, north of Denton Creek, at the request of Carter and Burgess, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
that the lot count on this phase has increased by one since the Preliminary Plat was
approved; and in developing Phase II, the number of residential lots was reduced by
seven; making the overall total for the Planned Development District for Vistas of
Coppell having been reduced by six lots. He showed an exhibit of the proposed area.
Mr. Virtanen stated that Staff recommends approval, subject to the condition listed in the
Staff Report.
Commissioner Jones made a motion to approve the Vistas of Coppell, Phase 1B, Final
Plat, subject to the following condition: (1) Submission of documents to annex this phase
into the Vista Ridge Homeowners Association and City Attorney approval thereof. The
motion was seconded by Commissioner McCaffrey; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry, McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in
favor. None opposed. Commissioner Stewart had left because of illness.
11. To consider the approval of Vistas of Coppell, Phase 2C, Final Plat, to allow the
development of 65 lots as the final phase of a residential subdivision located along
the south side of Spur 553 (also known as Vista Ridge Blvd.), east of Denton Tap
Road, north of Denton Creek, at the request of Carter and Burgess, Inc.
Assistant Planning Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit of the area and stating that since this property is adjacent to the S.H. 121 By -
Pass, a 50' building setback is required and the applicant is showing a 58' landscape
maintenance easement to the Homeowners' Association along the frontage. In addition,
there are two other areas which will also be maintained by the HOA. The Hike and Bike
Trail will be located to the south along the levee. He stated that Staff recommends
approval, subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Report.
Commissioner Jones made a motion to approve the Vistas of Coppell, Phase 2C, Final
Plat, subject to the following conditions: (1) Compliance with engineering comments and
(2) Submission of documents to annex this phase into the Vista Ridge Homeowners
Association and City Attorney approval thereof. Commissioner McCaffrey seconded
the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry,
McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in favor. None opposed. Commissioner Stewart had
left because of illness.
12. To consider the approval of Asbury Manor, Final Plat, to allow the development of
a 46 -lot residential subdivision on 12.691 of property located along the east side of
Coppell Road, approximately 540' north of Parkway Boulevard, at the request of
Kline and Company.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits of the proposal. He stated that Staff recommends approval of the plat,
subject to City Attorney approval of the HOA documents and the proposed fire lane
easement on property adjoining on the north.
For clarification, City Attorney Hager stated that the City requires the temporary
easement for emergency fire access to have a crushed stone surface, subject to a 40,000
pound support factor which would allow emergency equipment access. This temporary
easement will be between Cromwell Court and Westminster Way during the period that
these are stub streets and there is no place to turn around. Ultimately, this easement will
be removed when these streets are extended into the single-family residential area of The
Mansion by the Lake to the north.
Commissioner Redford made a motion to approve the Asbury Manor, Final Plat, subject
to the following conditions: (1) City Attorney approval of the HOA documents and
(2)The proposed temporary fire lane easement on property to the north for emergency
fire lane access must have a surface of crushed stone to support 40,000 pounds.
Commissioner Cruse seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry, McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in favor. None
opposed. Commissioner Stewart had left because of illness.
13. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of White Glove Express Addition,
Lot 1R, Block A, Final Plat and Replat, to create a single lot to accommodate the
existing car wash building, as well as to allow the development of a 1,881 square
foot automobile oil change, lubrication and detail services facility on the property
located along the east side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 500 feet south of
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Braewood Drive, at the request of Macatee Engineering, Inc.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits of the proposal. She stated that Staff recommends approval, subject to
the three conditions as listed in the Staff Report.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, stated that Lenny Poulsen, the applicant, had to leave
but indicated that he was in agreement with the Staff recommendations.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this proposal 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 Jones made a motion to approve the White Glove, Lot 1R, Block A, Final
Plat and Replat, subject to the following conditions: (1) Add the Replat reference in the
City Secretary's signature block. (2) Modify each submitted exhibit to reflect the
following Site and Building Statistics:
Total Site Area: 70,935 s.f.
Existing Site Area: 43,025 s.f.
Expansion Area: 27,910 s.f.
Total New Building Area: 1,881 s.f.
Building Height: 1 story, 18 feet
(3) Correct New Building dimensions on Site Plan Expansion Exhibit (A-01) to 1,705 s.f.
(57' x 33') . Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry, McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in
favor. None opposed. Commissioner Stewart had left because of illness.
14. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of S-1130. Confined Space Rescue
and Training Com, zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P. (Light
Industrial, Special Use Permit), to allow a 16,800 square foot confined space rescue
and training center on property behind Fire Station #1 located at the northwest
corner of Coppell Road and Southwestern Boulevard, at the request of the Coppell
Fire Department.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
showing exhibits of the proposal. She stated that the Fire Department is seeking a
variance from City Council for a chain link fence. Staff recommends approval, subject
to the seven conditions as listed in the Staff Report.
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Jimmy Godwin, Training Officer/Division Chief, Coppell Fire Department, was present
to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated that
with this facility, Coppell will be able to host training seminars for near -by cities.
Some discussion followed pertaining to the fence material, landscaping and irrigation
plans.
Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this proposal 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-1130, Confined Space
Rescue and Training Center, subject to the following conditions: (1) Furnish a detailed
Irrigation Plan. (2) City Council grant a variance modifying the screening requirements
to allow a wooden fence for this facility with solid landscape screening as specified.
Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry, McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in favor. None
opposed. Commissioner Stewart had left because of illness.
15. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Zoning Ordinance text
amendment revising Section 3 and adding a new Section 28A entitled "Historic
Overlay District," to allow asphalt pavement by Special Use Permit, and to allow
wood or similar siding on up to 100% of exterior construction by Special Use Permit
in Old Coppell.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission,
showing an exhibit of the proposal for "Old Coppell. " He stated that this is the inial
item recommended by the C . I . V . I . C . group which has to do with permitting wood as
opposed to 80% masonry in Old Coppell and also permitting asphalt pavement vs.
concrete pavement in this area. Mr. Virtanen also stated that City Attorney Hager has
made some changes to the proposed amendment and Staff agrees with the revisions. He
also stated that before this change can become effective, Staff will come back next month
with a Public Hearing after affected property owners have been notified.
City Attorney Hager then read, for the record, proposed changes which relate to going
through the Special Use Permit process regarding paving and exterior building materials
and. proposed a new section (Section 30-18) be added to the Zoning Ordinance creating
a Special Use Permit section for the Historic Overlay District.
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Chairman Lowry opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this proposal 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 the Zoning Ordinance text
amendment revising Section 3 and adding a new Section 28A entitled "Historic Overlay
District, " to allow asphalt pavement by Special Use Permit, and to allow wood or similar
siding on up to 100% of exterior construction by Special Use Permit in Old Coppell,
including revisions as read by City Attorney Hager. Commissioner DeFilippo seconded
the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Redford, Cruse, Jones, Lowry,
McCaffrey and DeFilippo voting in favor. None opposed. Commissioner Stewart had
left because of illness.
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 May.
B. Director's comments
Planning Director Sieb reminded those Commissioners who are up for
reappointment that the application deadline for next year's Boards and
Commissions is July 25th, 5 p.m. He also welcomed Commissioners Redford
and Stewart back to the Commission.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 11:20 p.m.
Stan Lowry,
ATTEST:
. Jahoda, Administrative Secretary
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GUIDELINES
Guidelines submitted by applicant, case No. S-1 129R, Artisan
Landscape, Inc. as reassurance to city staff, the Planning and Zoning
Commission, residents of Coppell and neighbors as to this property's use.
I m 1 • Under no condition shall Artisan Landscape, Inc. accept
deliveries of materials from semi -trucks or other trucks larger
than a small 6 cubic yard capacity vehicle.
I m 2• The residential structure shall be used as general office
consisting of management, designer/architects, and secretarial
support.
It m Under no conditions shall Artisan Landscape, Inc. allow any
area outside of the screened in rear portion of the property to
be used as storage.
Item 4: Under no conditions shall Artisan Landscape, Inc. allow the
Dumpster to be placed outside of the screened in rear portion
of the property.
Item Under no condition shall Artisan Landscape, Inc. support or
find it acceptable for its employees to park on neighboring
properties, the alley, or on Howell Drive.
I m Artisan Landscape, Inc. agrees to limit the hours of operation
for its construction business from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday through Saturday. Small deliveries of goods shall
only be accepted Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m.
It m The maximum number of company trucks and or employee
vehicles that will be parked inside the screened fence at one
time shall be six.
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