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BM 1985-08-22 PZPLANNING and ZONING COMMISSION Minutes of August 22, 1985 The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Coppell met in regular session on August 22, 1985 in the Coppell High School Cafeteria at 7:30 p.m. A pre -session meeting was held at 7:00 p.m. The following members were present; R. W. Smedul Joe Munsch Frank Pope Mr. Gabe Favre, of Wayne Ginn 's Office and Caroline Morris of the Planning and Zoning Department, City of Coppell were also in attendance. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was officially called to order by Mr. R.W. Smedul, Chairman at 7:30 p.m. The audience was asked to stand while Mr. Frank Pope gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Smedul asked if members had read minutes and asked for a motion for approval . Mr. Joe Munsch made a motion that minutes be approved, Mr. Pope seconded. Motion carried 3-0. ITEM #4 Case #85-07-24/PARKWOOD, SECTION III/Final Plat Mr. Sam Wyse represented Parkwood, Section III. A "verification of paid park fees" was given to Ms. Morris for the files. Park fees had been paid in August, 1983. Mr. Smedul expressed concern over the items addressed by the City Engineer, and specifically with the landscape plans, mainly due to the fact that this "preliminary" was approved twenty-six (26) months ago. Coppell has a "Park Street" so "Park Lane" which is shown on the plat of Parkwood, Section III was addressed, being similar this could be confusing to the fire department and police department in the future. Mr. Wyse stated that the streets in the Section III were to be named after several Coppell Senior Citizens and he does not have complete list of names to date. Mr. Wyse stated that he was unaware of any "items" from City Engineer; Mr. Smedul showed Mr. Wyse a copy of letter sent to his consulting engineers, Threadgill-Dowdey and Associates listing the items that need to be addressed prior to being placed on the City Council docket. Ms. Morris advised Mr. Wyse that she had spoken on several occassions with Mr. George Dudley of Threadgill- Dowdey and that their name was placed on application to contact them in regards to any correspondance concerning this request. After discussion and presentation, a motion was made by Mr. Pope to approve w/stipulation that all items be addressed in letter from Mr. Ginn's office and to submit a landscape plans prior to being placed on the City Council Agenda. Mr. Munsch seconded motion. Motion carried 3-0 ITEM #5 Case #85-07-25/Gulf Oil/Final Approval Mr. Frank Musterman represented Gulf Oil and also made presentation of Site Plans, Landscape Plans, etc. Mr. Smedul inquired as to the mention of the PVC Class Pipe in the Staff Report and if Mr. Munsterman was aware of the fact that it should be "SDR -18" and not "SDR -21" as stated. Mr. Munsterman said "no, but that it would be corrected." Mr. Favre stated that was a "engineering problem" and would be corrected in the construction plans prior to being "stamped" by City Engineer. After discussion and presentation, Mr. Munsch made a motion to approve w/stipulation that the PVC Class Pipe be corrected, Mr. Pope seconded. Motion carried 3-0 Planning and Zoning U. ,mmission Minutes of August 22, 1985 Page Two ITEM #6 Case #85-08-15/Copper Shake & S 4MIe/Final Plat Approval Ms. Kathy Engle, owner of Shake and Shingle, made the presentation. Ms. Engle explained that they had been working with the railroad on the "spur" to tie into the sewer lines per the City's requirements. Letters to substantiate their case was included in the packets of the commissioners, which Ms. Engle referred to in her presentation. She also stated that they had met all the requirements of the fire code. After discussion and presentation, Mr. Pope made a motion to to approve this request and Mr. Munsch seconded. Motion carried 3-0. MM #7 Case #85-07-21/The Boardwalk Group/Rezoning Request(2 Tracts) Mr. Kirk Williams of Geary, Stahl and Spencer, represented The Boardwalk Group and made the presentation. Mr. Williams explained reasons for the request of re- zoning and also presented concept plans, site plans, and also presented each member of the commission with a portfolio of proposed plans for the retail development as well as the proposed multi -family development, which they propose to build, contingent with the approval of the Planning and Zoning as well as the City Council. Public Hearing was opened; Mr. Smedul asked for public opposition as to this request. Mr. Sam Wyse of General Homes questioned what provision to Lodge Road from Sandy Lake right-of-way, traffic flow, etc. Mr. Williams stated that they would go by the requirements and zoning ordinances of the City of Coppell in regards to the roads as well as the development. Mr. Williams mentioned that they had a traffic count included in the portfolio for that specific reason and their development would not create additional traffic flow. Mr. Favre stated that he had viewed the concept plans, etc. however, since this was a "zoning case," there was no need to review in detail the site plans, etc. He did state, however that he could see no "adverse" traffic problems this development would create. Mr. Wyse stated that he was not opposed to the re -zoning, but was concerned with the "traffic" and "road" situation. Mr. Cecil Doebecka, who owns adjoining property questioned the drainage problem as there was a creek on the property and also as to the amount of trees that would have to be removed. Mr. Williams stated that, there would be proper drainage and as far as the trees, they would attempt to save as many as possible ..and, with the theme of "Early Texas" they wanted to save as many trees as possible, but some would have to be removed and replaced in the landscaping plans(which would be approved by the City). Mr. Doebecka explained that he was concerned over the drainage and not the actual re -zoning. Mr. Doebecka questioned why he did not receive a letter of notification on the re -zoning, Ms. Morris stated that he had indeed been sent a letter after he phoned the City Hall, he was NOT listed on the plat as being a property owner. Mr. Harris' property joins Mr. Doebecka's, which is in Carrollton and Mr. Harris' letter was returned, Mr. Doebecka gave his address as "Coppell" however, on the phone he gave it as Carrollton. Mr. Smedul then requested for those who were in favor of this re -zoning - none responded. The public hearing was closed. After discussion among the commissioners, Mr. Munsch made a motion that this case be approved as requested, Mr. Pope seconded. Motion carried 3-0. TTEM #8 Case #85-08-01/William Troth/Zoning Change Request(SUP) Mini -Warehouses Mr. George Edwin, architect for applicant represented the applicant and made the presentation. This request is for a "C" Commercial to a "C" Commercial with a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for approximately 500 mini -warehouses units on 2.6 acres. Mr. Smedul opened this case to Public Hearing to those who were opposed. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes of August 22, 1985 PageThree Those opposed were; Steve Eberhardt Mr. Eberhardt was opposed to the construction of any type 421 Hidden Valley of mini -warehouses near his property. (The mini -warehouses Coppell, Texas 75019 would be adjacent to his property) Bill Coss 413 Hidden Valley Mr. Coss stated he definitely was opposed to having mini -warehouses built near his property and home. Also, Coppell, Texas 75019 that the La Petite Academy (Day -Care Center) where children would be, he really was concerned with a "mini -warehouse" with 500 doors would certainly give children a place to "hide" and not so good as far as "safety for children" goes. Clayton Morton 405 Hidden Valley Mr. Morton was very concerned with a mini -warehouse situated so family Coppell, Texas 75019 so near a -residence zoning, where children and also a day- care center was located. He voiced the same concern as Mr. Coss. Also, he was opposed to having any kind of "warehouse" adjacent to his home, mini -warehouse or otherwise. Joe Rolls 409 Hidden Valley Mr. Rolls stated he opposed the warehouses for much the same reasons as his neighbors. He stated that was definitely opposed to warehouses Coppell, Texas 75019 of any kind... and mini -warehouses he felt, did not belong adjacent to a residence. Mr. Luppold 417 Hidden Valley Mr. Luppold stated he was opposed to any kind of warehouse being constructed Coppell, Texas 75019 near his property and home. He also mentioned the drainage as being a possible problem, but he did not want mini -ware- houses adjacent to his home/property. He stated that he was also concerned with the property values regarding the residence of his neighbors as well as himself in the future if these mini -warehouses were allowed to be constructed. Mr. Vanetta Mr. Vanetta stated that he was opposed to mini -warehouses period. 429 Hidden Valley However, he did agree with his neighbors on all their statements of Coppell, Texas 75019 oppositions to the warehouses. The Commissioners allowed the applicants and property owners(public) to confer and to allow the applicant to answer any questions they (property owners/public) might have in regards to the mini -warehouse proposed construction. After approximately ten (10) minutes, the Commission requested statements from anyone in the audience who was for the mini - warehouse re -zoning. The following made statements for the re -zoning ; Selfer Picket Mr. Picket has the property in question under contract and stated 4611 Bluff View they were planning on building "nice -looking" warehouses, brick, etc. Dallas, Texas according to the City Ordinance. Larry M. Carearo Represented Troth Enterprises and stated that this property was Troth Enterprises zoned Commercial and that the mini -warehouses would be within 12832 Noel the restrictions of the City Ordinances. Dallas, Texas These people are directly connected with the applicant and the zoning request. There was NO property owners/home owners in favor of this re -zoning request. At this time the Public Meeting was closed. After discussion, Mr. Pope made a motion to deny the re -zoning request for a SUP for the Mini -warehouses. Mr. Munsch seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0 ITEM #9 Case #85-07-25/Villages @ Cottonwood Creek/Sign Variance Request Mr. Tony Del Balzo represented Villages @ Cottonwood Creek and made the presentation. After the presentation, the commission voiced concern over the "setback" as to traffic view (blocking the view). Mr. Del Balzo stated that they would have a setback so as not to obstruct traffic view from either direction. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes of August 22, 1985 Page Four Mr. Pope made a motion to approve this request w/stipulation of setback appropriate so as not to obstruct traffic view and also with Section 10-8-6 ((C) of the Coppell Sign Ordinance. Mr. Munsch seconded. Motion carried Z-0 ITEM #10 Case #85-08-02/Shadowridge Estates/Sign Variance Request Mr. Keith Parker of Metrocrest Designs represented the Custom Home Builders and also made the presentation. Mr. Parker explained the reasons for requesting the sign variance, as they presently had a sign at the location which was grandfathered." However, the sign is very small in size and was not visible from traffic. Mr. Parker presented photographs of the sign which is presently in the location. After presentation, Mr. Munsch made a motion to approve this request with stipulation of Coppell Sign Ordinance Section 10-8-6 (C) Mr. Pope seconded. Motion carried 3-0. ITEM #11 Case #85-08-03/General Homes/Sign Variance Request on Flag D' la Mr. Dave Rexreat represented' General Homes .and made presentation. Mr. Rexroat explained the reasons for requesting the variance, size of the flags and that they would be replaced approximately on a 6 -week basis. This is done due to the flags will approximately only last that long on an average, with conditions of the elements. Mr. Rexroad produced photos showing similar model homes of General Homes with this same type of flag display. He also mentioned that they might fly the Texas flag between the General Homes flags. After discussion and presentation, Mr. Pope made a motion to approve this request with the stipulation of Coppell Sign Ordinance, Section 10-8-6. (C) • Mr. Munsch seconded the motion. Motion carried 3-0 ADJOURNMENT With no futher items or discussion, Meeting was adjourned. R. W. Smedul, Chairman Planning and Zoning Commission ;,.aroiine Morris, Secretary