BM 1997-04-17 PZMinutes of April 17, 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, April 17, 1997, in the Coppell Town Center, 255
Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Commissioner Larry Wheeler
Commissioner Stan Lowry
Commissioner Andra Mabry
Commissioner Angelo DeFilippo
Commissioner Madge Cruse
Commissioner Rick McCaffrey
Also present were City Attorney Bob Hager, City Engineer Ken Griffm, Planning Director Gary
Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen, Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro
and Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Commissioner Jack Jones was absent.
PRE -SESSION
(Open to the Public)
1. Briefing on the Agenda.
REGULAR SESSION
2. Call to Order.
(Open to the Public)
Chairman Larry Wheeler called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated March 20, 1997.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve the minutes of March 20, 1997, as
written. Commissioner Lowry seconded; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
Mabry, Lowry, Wheeler, Cruse, DeFilippo and McCaffrey voting in favor. None
opposed.
4. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. S-1128, Nextel of Texas,
Communications Antenna, zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P.
(Light Industrial, Special Use Permit), to allow the construction of a 120' monopole
with three (3) omni whip antennas attached and a 200 square foot equipment cabinet
at the base of the monopole on a 2,500 square foot site, located 1,320 feet west of
Coppell Road and 1,390 feet north of Sandy Lake Road, at the request of Nextel of
Texas, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
that this location does not meet the prescribed setback from future divided thoroughfares
as shown on the Thoroughfare Plan; i.e., Parkway Boulevard and Freeport Parkway,
which may not be constructed for several years. Since this applicant is asking for a
limited term on the proposed site, Staff recommends approval of a Special Use Permit
for a limited duration so that the goal of reducing the prominence of cellular towers can
still be met. He stated that the Fire Department comments, with the exception of #3
referring to 6" concrete on lime stabilized base would be complied with, and the three
conditions listed in the Staff Report are recommended.
Sharon Horne, representing Nextel, Inc., 8585 N. Stemmons Freeway, 10th Floor, South
Tower, Dallas, TX 75247, was present to represent this item before the Commission and
answer any questions. She stated that the applicant will abide by the conditions.
Chairman Wheeler opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Wheeler then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Wheeler closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Case No. S-1128, Nextel of Texas,
Communications Antenna, zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P. (Light
Industrial, Special Use Permit), subject to Fire Department comments with the exception
of Condition #3 and the following conditions: (1) Applicant shall replace any landscape
material it plants which does not survive. (2) The roadway shall be maintained to
support 40,000 pounds. (3) All telecommunication equipment, including the monopole,
antennae and buildings, shall be removed from the site before July 1. 2002. Motion was
seconded by Commissioner Cruse. For the record, City Attorney Hager stated that it is
the intent of the Planning and Zoning Commission to cause the Special Use Permit to
expire on July 1, 2002, when all equipment would be removed. The Commission
answered in the affirmative. Motion carried (6-0) with Commissions Mabry, Lowry,
Wheeler, Cruse, DeFilippo and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
5. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Case No. S-1129, 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.
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Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission,
stating that this Special Use Permit request is for the operation of a landscape contracting
business within a residential structure on property zoned C (Commercial), with an open
storage area at the rear of the property. A Special Use Permit was granted on this
property in 1987 to allow the operation of a construction office, however, it expired
when the company voluntarily vacated the property. The next user of this building,
Alpine Fence Company, never obtained a Special Use Permit. They have since vacated
the property. Staff feels the intensity of this business far exceeds the commercial activity
typically allowed on this site given the fact that although zoned a Commercial area, most
residences are occupied as homes. Howell Drive was designed to be a residential cul-de-
sac and cannot handle heavy truck usage. Ms. Moro showed an exhibit of the building
and existing parking spaces which extend beyond the property line. This site is not large
enough to observe both the required off-site/off-street parking requirements and cannot
accommodate the requested open space area. The only use that Staff could support for
this property would be general office use.
Brian Sandleback, President of Artisan Landscape, P.O. Box 693, Coppell, TX 75019,
was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions. He
stated that he is aware of the problems of the site and is willing to work with the City
and the residents of the area. He related the history of the site and stated that he has
plans to purchase the residence, if the Special Use Permit is granted, and will
dramatically improve the appearance of the structure. His business is a service company
which involves designing and installing landscapes. Customers do not come to the office
-- he goes out to meet customers at their homes/businesses to develop plans. Traffic
would involve only the parking of his and his employees' vehicles within the fenced -in
lot. No exterior parking would be needed.
Some discussion followed. Gary Sieb, Planning Director, stated that this request does
not meet the provisions of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, and this was clearly
stated to the applicant at the DRC review level. The applicant did not revise his plan to
accommodate Staff suggestions before the packet was ready for distribution to the
Commission. At the very best, after this hearing is opened to the public, this case could
be taken under advisement; allow the applicant an opportunity to make his revisions and
resubmit a revised plan that conforms with the code so that it can be reconsidered at a
future date.
Chairman Wheeler opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this request to come forward.
Tim Mayrath, 810 Pelican Lane, Coppell, TX
Chairman Wheeler then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward.
Rick and Linda Palone, 801 Howell Drive, Coppell, TX
Steve Chadick, 2019 Northwood Terrace, Denton, TX, speaking on behalf
of his parents' investment property which is adjacent to the proposal.
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Commissioner McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing and made a motion to deny Case
No. S-1129, Artisan Landscape, Inc., zoning change request from C (Commercial) to C-
S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permit). Motion was seconded by Commissioner
Cruse. Commission Cruse commented that any business which required open storage
would be viewed critically in this area. Motion carried (6-0) with Commissions Mabry,
Lowry, Wheeler, Cruse, DeFilippo and McCaffrey voting in favor of denial. None
opposed.
Planning Director Gary Sieb reminded the applicant that he has 10 days to appeal to
Council.
6. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Freeport North. Lot 5R. Replat,
(Derse Exhibits) to create a single lot that will allow the development of 105,920
square foot office/warehouse facility on an 11.42 -acre site located at the northeast
corner of Royal Lane and Creekview Drive, at the request of Mayse-Kiser &
Associates.
Planning and Zoning Coordinator Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission
showing exhibits of the proposal. She stated that Derse Exhibits custom designs trade
show exhibits and is proposing a 10,720 square foot office area and a 95,200
shop/warehouse area. An additional 60,000 square feet is proposed for the future. Staff
recommends approval of this proposal, subject to the six conditions as listed in the Staff
Report.
Mike Mayse, 14850 Quorum Drive, Suite 201, Dallas, TX 75240, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions.
Some discussion followed.
Chairman Wheeler opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this proposal to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Wheeler then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Wheeler closed the Public Hearing.
Additional discussion followed.
Commissioner Lowry made a motion to approve the Freeport North, Lot 5R, Replat for
Derse Exhibits, subject to the following conditions: (1) Board of Adjustment approval
of a special exception for the parking. (2) City Council approval of a waiver of the brick
masonry requirement for the fenced open storage area adjacent to the truck court. (3)
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Submittal of the monument sign elevation, complying with our Sign Ordinance. (4)
Inclusion of a notation on the landscape plan indicating a future 30" high hedge to screen
for future parking spaces against the eastern property line and the fire lane. (5) Change
title block and renumber lot consistent with previous plat (see Lot 3C, Replat of a
Portion of Lot 5R of Freeport North). (6) Compliance with Engineering comments.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Mabry. Motion carried (6-0) with Commissions
Mabry, Lowry, Wheeler, Cruse, DeFilippo and McCaffrey voting in favor. None
opposed.
7. To consider the approval of MacArthur Plaza, Phase U. Final Plat, to allow the
development of a 30,000 square foot retail building on a 4.10 acre site, located on
the west side of MacArthur Boulevard, approximately 186.53 feet north of the
D.A.R.T. rail r.o.w., at the request of Nathan D. Maier Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
that Staff recommends approval of this Final Plat, subject to Engineering comments,
since it conforms with the drawing submitted at the Preliminary Plat stage, which was
approved by Council in March.
Dave Brown, CED Construction, 8445 Freeport Parkway, Suite 650, Irving, TX 75063,
was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions.
Some discussion followed.
Commissioner Cruse made a motion to approve the MacArthur Plaza, Phase II, Final
Plat, subject to Engineering comments. Motion was seconded by Commissioner
DeFilippo. Motion carried (6-0) with Commissions Mabry, Lowry, Wheeler, Cruse,
DeFilippo and McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
8. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Zoning Ordinance text
amendment revising Section 36-2, "Non -Residential Site Lighting," adding paragraph
3 to limit the height of luminaries to 30 feet as measured vertically from the
horizontal surface of the nearest parking pavement.
Assistant Planning Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission stating that this
amendment is another recommendation of the Committee to Improve the Visual Image
of Coppell (C. I. V. I. C.) relating to the height of luminaries, specifically luminaries
located on privately -owned property. Staff recommends approval.
Chairman Wheeler opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this proposal to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Wheeler then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward.
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There were none.
Commissioner McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing and made a motion to approve the
Zoning Ordinance text amendment revising Section 36-2, "Non -Residential Site
Lighting, " adding paragraph 3 to limit the height of luminaries on privately -owned
property to 30 feet as measured vertically from the horizontal surface of the nearest
parking pavement. The motion was seconded by Commissioner DeFilippo; motion
carried (6-0) with Commissioners Mabry, Lowry, Wheeler, Cruse, DeFilippo and
McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
9. PUBLIC HEARING: To consider the approval of Zoning Ordinance text
amendment revising Sections 40-1 through 40-7 relative to nonconforming uses and
structures.
Assistant Planning Director Pert Virtanen introduced the item to the Commission, stating
that this, too, is a C . I . V . I . C . recommendation to clarify provisions for non -conforming
uses vs. provisions for non -conforming buildings or structures. He then stated some
examples, i.e., the mobile home parks on Coppell Road (the properties are zoned 2F
which does not allow a mobile home park); all the bill boards in the City are non-
conforming uses, as well as non -conforming structures; several of the clubs on Beltline
Road and on S.H. 121, etc.
Chairman Wheeler opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who wanted to
speak in favor of this proposal to come forward.
There were none.
Chairman Wheeler then asked for people present who wanted to speak in opposition to
this request to come forward.
There were none.
City Attorney Hager stated that some minor grammatical errors exist which do not
change the substance of the revision. These changes will be made at a later date, before
the Council Hearing.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to close the Public Hearing and approve the
Zoning Ordinance text amendment revising Sections 40-1 through 40-7 relative to non-
conforming uses and structures. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Cruse;
motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Mabry, Lowry, Wheeler, Cruse, DeFilippo and
McCaffrey voting in favor. None opposed.
13. 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 have gone
forward to Council.
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B. Director's comments
None.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:55 p.m.
Larry
ATTEST:
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. Jahoda, Administrative Secretary
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