BM 1999-02-18 PZMinutes of February 18,1999
PLANNING AND ZONING COMNUSSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Coppell met in pre -session at 6 p.m., and in
regular session at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, February 18, 1999, in the Coppell Town Center, 255
Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Vice Chairman Rick McCaffrey
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Texx Stewart
Commissioner Drew Halsey
Commissioner Greg McGahey
Also present were Assistant City Engineer Mike Martin, City Attorney Jason Marshall for Bob
Hager, who arrived during Agenda Item #11, Fire Marshal Travis Crump, Planning Director Gary
Sieb, City Planner Isabelle Moro and Sr. Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Chairman Stan
Lowry and Commissioner Jon Nesbit were absent.
PRE -SESSION (Open to the Public)
1. Briefing on the Agenda.
Staff briefed the Commission on the cases.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
2. Call to Order.
Vice Chairman Rick McCaffrey called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated January 21, 1999.
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the minutes of January 21, 1999, as
written. Commissioner Kittrell seconded; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
4. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1155, Dickey's Barbecue
Restaurant, zoning change request from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial,
Special Use Permit), to allow a 4,000 square foot restaurant on a .913 acre tract of
property located along the west side of S. Denton Tap Road; along the south side of
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the St. Louis & Southwestern Railroad right-of-way, at the request of Burson and
Williams Architect, Inc.
City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of the
proposal, stating that staff has been working with this applicant for several months and now
feels comfortable with the layout being presented at this time. She stated that the applicant
would like the 1,000 square feet of right-of-way planting to be accepted as part of their
required landscaping because of the placement of the sidewalk. Ms. Moro went on to relate
that typically, sidewalks are located one foot off the property line and in this case, the
property line is located five feet to the rear of the curb. As Denton Tap Road is a major
thoroughfare, staff discourages construction of sidewalks against the back of a curb. She
indicated that staff is amenable to this request in order to obtain a safer streetscape design.
Ms. Moro then discussed the modified building elevations and showed a colored rendering
and the samples of construction materials to be used on the building. She then stated that
staff recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, subject to the conditions outlined in
the Staff Report.
T. D. Dickey, 7770 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions, stating that he is in agreement with
staff s recommendations and commenting that the yellow on the sign rendering will not be
used in any way.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey mentioned that ivory channel letters are frequently used on signs
to complement red buildings. Mr. Dickey appreciated this suggestion.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who
wanted to speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward. One person spoke as follows:
Roy Cox, 817 Bullock, Coppell, TX -- expressed concern over the previous design
involving a Bullock Drive outlet because of a safety issue, but is happy with the
present proposal.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey then closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion followed relative to the proposed masonry structure surrounding the dumpster
and a brick enclosure to match the building was suggested. Mr. Dickey agreed. There was
further discussion about the galvanized roofing material to be used over the entrance of the
building. Mr. Dickey stated that this material would be painted a muted red tone.
Commissioner Stewart asked whether or not the sidewalk would be extended to the north
when that property is developed. Ms. Moro answered in the affirmative.
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve Case No. S-1155, Dickey's Barbecue
Restaurant, zoning change request from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial,
Special Use Permit), subject to the Site Plan and the following conditions:
1) Accept the 1,071 square feet of right-of-way planting to count as part of the
required landscaping.
2) Modify the Site Data information on the Site Plan to match the Landscape
Data on the Landscape Plan.
3) The Landscape and Irrigation Plan should be signed and sealed by the
appropriate professional.
4) Eliminate the "Dickey's" sign over the entrance to the building.
5) Limit total signage to 47 square feet.
6) The color of the channel lettering to be ivory; no neon allowed.
7) The dumpster area to be built of masonry brick to match the building.
8) The paint on the galvanized metal roof to be a muted red color.
9) Approve submitted building materials which will be specified in the
ordinance.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
5. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD -176, McMillan Estate,
zoning change request from SF -9 and C (Single Family -9 and Commercial) to PD -SF -
9 (Planned Development, Single Family -9), to allow the development of a single
residential home on 1.49 acres of property located along the north side of Bethel
Road, approximately 120' east of Hearthstone Lane, at the request of Holmes
Builders, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of
the proposal and stating this single-family residence is proposed with a pool, cabana and
patio area to the rear. He then commented on concerns that have been expressed concerning
the trees in this area and said that approximately 155 caliper inches of trees 8"or greater
will be removed on the building site, itself, leaving well over 820 caliper inches of trees on
the site. He said that because this property is so heavily wooded, replacing these 155
caliper inches of trees somewhere else on the property would damage the root system of the
existing trees, and in a Planned Development this requirement can be somewhat modified.
Mr. Sieb then expressed staff s concern that based on existing flood plain, the pool, cabana
and patio are well within the 100 -year flood plain as defined by FEMA, and no structures
are allowed within that area. He proceeded to say that staff recommends approval of the
Planned Development, offering two options regarding the pool construction: (1) remove
the pool, cabana and patio from the PD plan; or (2) allow the Site Plan to move forward to
Council as is, with a note on the PD plan that states that no structures are allowed in the
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100 -year flood plain (which staff recommends), and the remaining three conditions outlined
in the Staff Report.
Terry Holmes, 510 Country Lane, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this item before
the Commission and answer any questions, stating that he would prefer Option 2 be
recommended. Because there is the possibility of jeopardizing the root system of some
magnificent trees if tree replacement were necessary, Mr. Holmes also requested this not be
required. He related that he's tried to be responsive to neighbors' requests and will continue
to do so as the development proceeds.
Some discussion followed relating to the proposed location of the pool, cabana and patio
area and its access from the house.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who
wanted to speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward. The following people spoke:
Anita McMillan, 524 Leavalley Court, Coppell, TX -- spoke in favor of the project,
noting that this house will be an asset to the community and stated that she
understands the concerns of the City regarding fire access to the pool/cabana area,
but that she has confidence in Terry Holmes and his recommendations.
Bill Lyons, 338 Brock Street, Coppell, TX -- feels this development will be an asset
to the area but expressed concern that the pool/cabana would cause a water flow
bottleneck down creek. Has spent about $30,000 on creek erosion control at the
rear of his property and does not want the flow of the creek impeded.
Larry Wender, 310 Hearthstone Lane, Coppell, TX -- expressed no objection to the
construction of the home but has a concern about being directly affected by the
construction of the pool, cabana and patio complex. Stated that he and his
immediate neighbors paid a premium for their lots and were told that because of
the flood plain issues, there could be no development to the rear of their
properties. Has concerns about construction vehicles in this area and is sure that
trees will be destroyed and soil erosion will cause destruction of the natural beauty
of the area; thus lowering property values. Has concerns about altering the major
drainage in the head wall -- any filling in of that area is a problem because the
trees are rooted at the very base of the creek and when roots are covered, the trees
will die. Also has concerns about lights from the area glaring in his backyard.
Bud Webb, 334 Brock Street, Coppell, TX -- likes the house but is concerned that
the erosion in the area will get worse. Wants the pool, cabana and patio moved
closer to the house or eliminated entirely.
Wendy Webster, 264 W. Bethel Road, Coppell, TX -- supports the single-family
development. Stated that over the years she sought to purchase land that she was
concerned about, mentioning that she built retaining walls to protect her property.
Bud Webb, 334 Brock Street, Coppell, TX -- spoke again, correcting Ms. Webster's
statement that she put up a retaining wall behind her home in the creek -- she did
not. Also, he stated that he tried to negotiate buying the property behind his home
in order to preserve it but was unsuccessful.
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Vice Chairman McCaffrey then closed the Public Hearing.
Further discussion followed concerning erosion control, construction in that area, as well as
tree protection, safety concerns of the pool being so far from the house and completely out
of eye sight, FEMA data, access path/road to the pool, cabana and patio area, etc.
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve Case No. PD -176, McMillan Estate,
zoning change request from SF -9 and C (Single Family -9 and Commercial) to PD -SF -9
(Planned Development, Single Family -9), subject to the following conditions:
1) Removal of the pool, cabana, and patio from the Site Plan.
2) Compliance with Engineering Department comments.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
6. Consider approval of the McMillan Estate, Lot 1, Block 1, Minor Plat, to allow the
development of a single residential home on 1.49 acres of property located along the
north side of Bethel Road, approximately 120' east of Hearthstone Lane, at the
request of Holmes Builders, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit of
the proposal, stating this is the companion case to the previous Planned Development
zoning change and stating that staff recommends approval of this project, subject to the
conditions outlined in the Staff Report.
No discussion followed.
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the McMillan Estate, Lot 1, Block 1
Minor Plat, subject to the following conditions:
1) Acknowledgement that no improvements or grading will be allowed in the
100 -year flood plain, and delineate the FEMA floodplain on the plat.
2) Clearly show zoning boundaries on this property, as well as the zoning
surrounding this plat.
3) Provide the drainage easement requested by Engineering -recognize that due
to the erosive banks of the creek, erosion protection may be needed.
Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
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7. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD -175, Estates of Denton
Creek, zoning change request from SF -12 (Single Family 12) to PD -SF -9 (Planned
Development, Single Family -9), to allow the development of a 55 residential lot
subdivision on 28.21 acres of property located along the north side of Sandy Lake
Road, approximately 1,000' east of N. MacArthur Blvd., at the request of Nathan D.
Maier Consulting Engineers, Inc.
City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of the
proposal, stating this case was continued from the January 21' Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting, thus giving the applicant time to address several issues that were
raised at that time; i.e., an additional ingress/egress for the development, flood plain erosion
concerns, etc. She stated that this new plan shows a 24' wide fire lane easement between
Lots 2 and 3 of Block A, extending westward into vacant property which intersects with
Sandy Lake Road. After reviewing this new plan, staff still has concerns, from an
emergency management perspective, that this secondary access point does not satisfy the
need for two ways in and out because it is located too close to the main entry. She stated
that the ideal placement of a secondary entrance would be to provide an ingress/egress point
at opposite ends of the subdivision which would mean access from Hollywood Drive. Ms.
Moro then related that the applicant has studied that alternative but is unable to get this
issue resolved. Regrettably, staff recommends denial of this proposal.
Mike Daniel, Nathan D. Meier Engineers, 8080 Park Lane, Suite 600, Dallas, TX, was
present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions, stating that
attempts have failed relative to securing an additional access point to this proposed
subdivision from Hollywood Drive; however, another access has been provided through
another parcel of property approximately 350' along the center line of Sandy Lake Road
between the centerline of the entrance and the center line of the fire lane easement. He
stated that he hopes the quality of the development they are offering supercedes the
placement of the second access as an issue.
Some discussion followed regarding the distance between the access points and the
possibility of building a bridge across the creek on the Carrolton side. Mr. Daniel said that
the cost would be prohibitive.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who
wanted to speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward. One person spoke as follows:
Terry Holmes, 510 Country Lane, Coppell, TX (prospective developer of this
development) -- feels strongly that since the City failed to provide an access
point from the west to this land -locked property which is preventing this
property from being platted as zoned, a grandfathering clause should be
considered on a case-by-case basis so that a precedence is not established and
the Fire Department does not lose any ground on this emergency management
issue. He pointed out that there are many subdivisions in this community with
only one ingress/egress where emergency management was not an issue and
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feels that there is no other option but grandfathering at this point.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner McGahey agreed with Mr. Holmes' position from the standpoint that if it is a
situation where it should be grandfathered in, that's one thing, but feels strongly that this is a
public safety issue and it's the Commission's responsibility to proceed now and in the future
to consider the best interest of the public regarding safety issues. Commissioner Halsey
voiced agreement. Commissioner Stewart asked whether or not the applicant could appeal
this case to Council if it were denied by the Commission. Planning Director Sieb replied in
the affirmative.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to deny Case No. PD -175, Estates of Denton Creek,
zoning change from SF -12 to PD -SF -9. Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion;
motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and
Stewart voting in favor of denial. None opposed.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey pointed out that there are two SF -12 properties along Sandy
Lake Road that adjoin this property and feels there are other options that could be
considered.
8. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD -108R4, Westchase, zoning
change request from R, HO -R, PD -LI, and HO -PD -LI (Retail, Historic Overlay -
Retail, Planned Development -Light Industrial and Historic Overlay Planned
Development -Light Industrial) to PD -SF -9 (Planned Development, Single Family -9),
to allow the development of 102 residential lots on 37 acres of property located along
the south side of Bethel Road; east of Coppell Road, at the request of Dowdey,
Anderson, and Associates, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of
the proposal, stating that this zoning case proposing 130 lots was denied previously due, in
part, to the fact that it did not stay off of Coppell Road a minimum of 300' as recommended
in the 1991 Airport Noise Mitigation Study. He stated that representatives from the Airport
were present at that time and spoke against the proposal and they would probably speak
again tonight. Mr. Sieb then reported that staff is generally supportive of this proposal but
feels too many issues need to be resolved and recommends that this case be taken under
advisement for a month. He then related 14 specific staff concerns which need to be
addressed.
Bill Anderson, Dowdey, Anderson & Associates, Inc., 5225 Village Creek Drive, Suite 200,
Plano, TX 75093, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions, reviewing the differences between this proposal and the previous submittal. He
stated that he met with the Old Coppell Estates homeowners last Tuesday about this project.
Mr. Anderson then addressed staff s concerns.
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Vice Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who
wanted to speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward. Those speaking were:
Rocky J 334 Hearthstone Lane, Coppell, TX -- as a representative of the Old
Coppell Estates Homeowners Association, he expressed support of this
development and asked that this project not be postponed. He stated that there is
no problem due to noise of overflights over his subdivision.
Woody McMann, 362 Hearthstone Lane, Coppell, TX -- strongly supports this
residential subdivision and stated that airplane noise in this area is not an issue.
He also wishes this project not be tabled.
Mike McFarlane, 305 Hearthstone, Coppell, TX -- is in favor of residential lots --
not Light Industrial zoning. Fears property values will be greatly affected if this
property is not developed with homes. Feels that the airport is not a problem to
residents.
Karen Robertson, Manager of the D/FW Airport Noise Compatibility Office, 3200
East Airfield Drive, D/FW Airport, TX -- stated that although this proposal is
better than the last submittal, this subdivision would be subject to routine
overflights, especially when the East Runway has propeller departures on it. Feels
that this project needs to be postponed so that staff can confer with their outside
counsel and the City's Task Force. Feels if houses are built closer and closer to
the end of the runway, more complaints will be lodged from this area. Ms.
Robertson stated that if this zoning change is approved, two things need to be
considered: (1) a very strong buyer notification be placed on the plat alerting first
time and subsequent buyers of the proximity of the airport and (2) consideration
of using an acoustical engineer or consultant to help design the structures.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey then closed the Public Hearing.
Extensive discussion followed which included reasons for the denial of the previous
submittal, the location of the alley near the railroad, the charge of the Airport Task Force
and Lot 18X being an extension of the public park. Brad Reid, Park Planner & Landscape
Manager, stated that the addition of Lot 18X would require additional park maintenance and
commented on the drainage issue of this site across the park. He suggested that the
developer meet with the Engineering Department and the Leisure Services Department to
find a solution to this problem to minimize erosion damage. Commissioner Kittrell offered
her support of this project, stating that this is a great use for this property; adding it will
complement surrounding subdivisions. With regard to the airport noise issue, she
volunteered that this problem concerns all of Coppell, not just this one particular area. Bill
Anderson stated that he now has permission from the developer to construct a wooden fence
along the railroad track and understands the safety issue with regard to children in that area.
The Homeowners Association would maintain this fencing. Mr. Anderson showed a chart
indicating that of the 97 noise complaints issued from November 20, 1998, through
February 4, 1999, 69 of the calls came from two people, neither of which lives in the
subdivisions along Bethel Road. Brenda McDonald, 8333 Douglas Avenue, Suite 900,
Dallas, TX 75225, landscape architect, urban planner, attorney and Coppell resident, spoke
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briefly about the Comprehensive Master Plan and Mr. Sieb's comment that the consultant
indicated that if more residential subdivisions go into this area, more airplane noise
complaints will result. Ms. McDonald showed a graphic which indicated that the Master
Plan calls for this area to be developed into medium density residential, pointing out the
project under discussion is for low density residential. She stated that this development will
fully comply with the City's Landscape Ordinance, Tree Mitigation Ordinance, Drainage
Ordinance, and all other ordinances the City has in place. Ms. McDonald pointed out that
neighbors purchased their homes in reliance on the City's Comprehensive Plan, and it is
incumbent upon the Commission and Council to follow that plan, absent compelling
changed circumstances, and she doesn't believe anything said this evening falls into this
category of compelling changed circumstances that would give justification from deviating
from the Master Plan, especially in view of the fact that this proposal is less intense
residentially than what the Comprehensive Master Plan calls for. Discussion followed
about addressing staff concerns more fully before forwarding this case on to Council.
Commissioner Stewart asked Mr. Anderson's thoughts of having an acoustical engineer
being involved in the design of the homes. Mr. Anderson stated that the developer has
agreed to give individual homebuyers options relative to noise mitigation. Planning
Director Sieb reviewed approximately eight issues which should be resolved before this
case goes on to Council. With regard to the placement of the two columns near this
property, Commissioner Stewart suggested that consideration be given to moving and
rebuilding them at the pedestrian access point from this subdivision to the park.
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to reopen the public hearing and continue Case No.
PD -108R4, Westchase, to the Commission's March 18, 1999, meeting. Commissioner
McGahey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners McGahey,
Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor to continue the Public Hearing to
March 18th. None opposed.
9. Consider approval of the Westchase, Preliminary Plat, to allow the development of
102 residential lots on 37 acres of property located along the south side of Bethel
Road; east of Coppell Road, at the request of Dowdey, Anderson, and Associates,
Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb stated that based on the action taken on the zoning case, this
Preliminary Plat needs to be denied.
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to deny Westchase Preliminary Plat.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor of denial. None
opposed.
A ten-minute recess was observed.
10. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD -157R4, Valley Ranch Plaza,
zoning change for property zoned LI (Light Industrial) to PD -C (Planned
Development, Commercial), incorporating a new 8,000 square foot retail building into
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an existing commercial planned development located at the southwest corner of
Beltline Road and MacArthur Boulevard, at the request of the John T. Evans
Company.
City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of the
proposal, stating that when the original Planned Development was approved, the
landscaping should have totaled approximately 35,000 square feet, or roughly 22% of the
site; however, the actual landscaping has only about 20% coverage. With Phase II, the
overall landscaping of the site has dipped to approximately 19% total coverage and staff
feels that this percentage should not go below 20% coverage, which means that the
applicant needs to provide an additional 1,433 square feet of landscaping on Phase II. Ms.
Moro then discussed the three alternatives which would be available to the applicant
itemized in the Staff Report. Ms. Moro showed samples of building materials to be used,
which are similar to the existing retail development. Ms. Moro then discussed the proposed
monument sign, recommending that it be limited to 40 square feet and identify the only the
building, not the tenants. She then stated that staff recommends approval of this zoning
change, subject to the conditions outlined in the Staff Report.
Mike Lawler, BMH Architects, 3237 W. Northwest Highway, Suite 101, Dallas, TX 75220,
was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions,
addressing staff recommendations. Mr. Lawler pointed out that the building materials for
Phase II are identical to those used in Phase I.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people present who
wanted to speak either in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come
forward. The person speaking was:
John Evans, 9030 Briarwood Lane, Dallas, TX -- spoke in favor of the development
and voiced his opinion regarding the City's Landscape Ordinance, particularly
staffs interpretation of it. He expressed problems he's having with tenants and
their desire to store items in the rear of the building where no storage is allowed
and expressed a desire to build half walls so that storage is not unsightly. Mr.
Evans then expressed a desire to combine the 17,900 square feet of interior space
limited to restaurant usage and the 800 square feet of exterior space limited to
patio area so that if all the restaurant space was not used, more patio area could be
available to restaurant tenants.
Vice Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion followed regarding outside storage, size and type of monument sign, total
footage devoted to restaurant usage, amount and quality vs. quantity of landscaping, etc.
Mr. Paul Vernon, 5950 Berkshire Lane, Dallas, TX, stated that 17,900 square feet of
restaurant use, plus the 800 square feet of patio area be spread out throughout the entire
Planned Development (not limit this 8,000 square foot building to 2,000 square feet for
restaurant use.) He also asked that his monument sign be allowed to list the tenants in the
building for exposure sake, as well as have their colors displayed.
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Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve Case No. PD -157R4, Valley Ranch
Plaza, zoning change for property zoned LI (Light Industrial) to PD -C (Planned
Development, Commercial), subject to the following conditions:
1) Submission of sample building materials similar to those used in Phase I to be
approved and specified in the amending ordinance.
2) To insure a minimum of 20% landscaping overall, an additional 1,433 square
feet of landscaped area must be added to Phase II.
3) Modify the monument sign elevation to reflect a 40 square foot monument sign
identifying the building and tenants. The sign to match the existing monument
sign for Phase I.
4) Limitation of restaurant and patio usage on the entire 4.6 acres of property
(including ice cream, yogurt, bagel, sandwich, coffee, deli shops, and the like) to
a total of 18,700 square feet.
5) No outside storage.
6) Roof top mechanical equipment to be screened.
7) The landscape plan must be signed and sealed by a licensed landscape architect
or bona fide nurseryman.
8) Submit an irrigation plan that is signed and sealed by a licensed irrigator.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
11. Consider approval of the Cowell Crossing Addition, Lot 2, Block 1, Site Plan, to
allow the development of two office/showroom buildings on 3.2 acres of property
located west of MacArthur Blvd., along the north side of the D.A.R.T. right-of-way
and along the east side of the Dallas Power & Light Company easement, at the
request of David Cannon and Associates.
City Planner Isabelle Moro introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of the
proposal, stating that the applicant has obtained a variance from the Board of Adjustment
regarding their landscaping requirements. Ms. Moro showed the Commission samples of
the proposed building materials, stating both buildings would be 100% brick with green
canvas awnings matching those on the existing retail buildings. Relative to the 24'
emergency access road connecting this development to the proposed residential subdivision
known as The Hollows at Northlake Woodlands to the west, she stated that staff would like
this applicant to acknowledge the approximate location of this easement on the Site Plan.
Ms. Moro went on to state that staff recommends approval and reviewed the conditions
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outlined in the Staff Report.
David Cannon, 6709 Creekside Lane, Plano, TX, was present to represent this item before
the Commission and answer any questions, addressing staff comments. Mitch Vexler,
President of Mockingbird Properties, 4529 Mahogany Lane, Copper Canyon, TX 75067,
also addressed the Commission concerning a plat that was submitted to the City this week
which recognized this easement and stating that the language on the plat indicates that this
easement is to be negotiated between the two developers. Mr. Vexler said that he doesn't
object to the fact that this easement could be there in the future, but he has never spoken to
the developer of The Hollows and until he finds out what the requirements are, whose going
to maintain it and be responsible for it, he will not agree to anything. Vice Chairman
McCaffrey suggested that the easement be shown on the Site Plan and Mr. Vexler agreed to
do so. Bob Hager, City Attorney, stated that when The Hollows was developed, it showed
an easement coming off the cul-de-sac into Mr. Vexler's development, and an
acknowledgement needs to be made of this connection between the two properties. Mr.
Vexler expressed his concern about the location of the easement, saying that it cannot be
placed directly to the rear or directly in front of one of his buildings -- but if it were placed
further north, this wouldn't be an issue. Mr. Cannon will contact Mr. Hager for proper
language to be placed on the Site Plan.
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Coppell Crossing Addition, Lot 2,
Block 1, Site Plan, subject to the following conditions:
1) The landscape plan must be signed and sealed by a licensed landscape
architect or a bona fide nurseryman.
2) Specify under the Plant Legend on the Landscape Plan that the shrubs
screening the off-street parking pavement will be at least 30" in height at the
time of planting.
3) Show on the Site Plan the approximate location of the 24' emergency
apparatus access road (City Attorney Bob Hager will provide verbiage).
4) Building materials to match those used on Phase I.
Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
12. Consider approval of the Coppe�quatic and Recreation Center, Lot 1, Block A,
Preliminary Plat and Site Plan, to allow the development of a 37,734 square foot
aquatic and recreation center on 31.62 acres of property located along the north side
of Parkway Boulevard, approximately 270' west of Parkview Place, at the request of
Carson, Salcedo, MacWilliams, Inc.
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits of
the proposal, stating that staff recommends approval of both the Preliminary Plat, with no
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conditions, and the Site Plan with the conditions outlined in the Staff Report.
Patrick Schoenfeldt, Brinkley Sargent Architects, 5000 Quorum Drive, #123, Dallas, TX
75240, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions,
addressing staff comments, especially those involving the tree issue, emphasizing that
although 138 caliper inches of trees will be removed, 235 caliper inches will be
supplemented in the landscaping.
Some discussion followed regarding safety during construction, protection of existing
landscaping during construction, the screening of air conditioning units, shade for the baby
pool wading pool area, etc.
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Coppell Aquatic and Recreation
Center, Lot 1, Block A, Preliminary Plat and Site Plan, subject to the following
conditions:
Site Plan approval:
1) Show all building setbacks on site plan exhibits.
2) Summarize all plant material being proposed and note that all trees must be 3
inch caliper or greater, with a minimum height at planting of 7 feet.
3) Off-street parking spaces must be screened with 30 -inch high specimens at
planting.
4) All planting islands must contain at least one tree.
5) Landscaped planting islands are required between each 15 parking spaces.
Approval of the Preliminary Plat with no conditions.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
13. 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 February 9th.
B. Director's comments
Planning Director Sieb informed the Commission of the upcoming benefit
luncheon for Pert Virtanen on Monday, March 29`x', mentioned the Mayor's
Quarterly Breakfast on Saturday, March 6' to which the Chair and Vice
Chair of Boards and Commissions are invited, and informed the
Commission of the Aquatic Center's groundbreaking ceremony starting at 11
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a.m. on Saturday, February 27th.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:45 p.m.
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Rick McCaffrey, IA-CeMaIrman
ATT ST4Jfahoda,
B ara Sr. Administrative Secretary
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