BM 2017-09-14 PZCity of Coppell, Texas
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Minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
Thursday, September 14, 2017
Commissioner Edmund Haas
(CHAIR)
Commissioner Sue Blankenship
Commissioner Doug Robinson
255 Parkway Boulevard
Coppell, Texas
75019-9478
6:00 PM 255 Parkway Blvd.
Commissioner Glenn Portman
(VICE CHAIR)
Commissioner Freddie Guerra
Commissioner Vijay Sarma
Commissioner George Williford
PRESENT:4
Chair Edmund Haas, Vice Chair Glenn Portman, Commissioner Doug Robinson
and Commissioner Vijay Sarma.
ABSENT:3
Commissioner Sue Blankenship, Commissioner Freddie Guerra, and
Commissioner George Williford.
Also present were Traci Leach, Deputy City Manager, Mindi Hurley, Director of
Community Development, Marcie Diamond, Assistant Director of Community
Development/Planning, Mary Paron-Boswell, Senior Planner, Matt Steer, Development
Services Coordinator, Ashley Owens, Planning Secretary, and George Marshall,
Engineering Manager.
The Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Coppell, Texas, met in Work Session
at 6:00 p.m. and in Regular Session at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 14, 2017, in
the Council Chambers at 255 E. Parkway Boulevard.
The purpose of this meeting is to consider the following items:
6:00 p.m. Work Session (Open to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
1. Discussion regarding Agenda items.
The Planning and Zoning Commission was briefed on each posted agenda
item, no vote was taken on any item discussed.
6:30 p.m. Regular Session (Open to the Public)
2. Call To Order
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Chairman Eddie Haas called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.
3. Consider approval of the minutes for August 18, 2017.
A motion was made by Commissioner Robinson, seconded by Vice Chairman
Portman, to approve the minutes as written. The motion passed by an
unanimous vote.
4. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD -157R7 -C, Valley Ranch Plaza, a
rezoning from PD -157-C (Planned Development 157 -Commercial) and
PD -157R6 -C (Planned Development 157 Revision 6 - Commercial) to
PD -157R7 -C (Planned Development 157 Revision 7 - Commercial) to
allow revisions to the site plan including the addition of a drive-through
restaurant and revising the parking, circulation, landscaping and building
facades on 4.6 acres of property located at the southwest corner of E.
Belt Line Road and S. MacArthur Blvd., at the request of John Evans,
BLMA LTD and BLMA Phase II LTD, being represented by Donald F.
Sopranzi, AIA.
Marcie Diamond, Assistant Director of Community Development/Planning,
introduced the case with exhibits. Ms. Diamond stated that staff is
recommending approval subject to the following conditions:
1. Restaurant uses shall be limited to a maximum of 17,900 square feet of this
shopping center.
2. Correct the following drafting errors:
a. Correct the scales on the site and landscape plans and elevation sheets;
b. Delete the island from the corner of Belt Line and MacArthur; and
c. Correct the spelling of "deficit" on the site plan.
Don Sopranzi, 10260 N. Central Expressway #258, Dallas, Texas, 75231, was
present to address questions and concerns from the commission. Mr. Sopranzi
and the owner, Mr. John Evans, 8350 N. Centeral Expressway #1330, Dallas,
Texas, 75206, agreed with the conditions presented by staff.
Chairman Haas opened the Public Hearing. The following persons spoke:
Vikas Dusad, 826 Prescott Lane, Coppell, Texas, 75019. Mr. Dusad spoke in
regards to the current landscaping that allows for light to come through from
the shopping center into the residential subdivision. He stated that there are
significant gaps between the trees, and a lot of noise pollution due to the
vehicles entering and exiting the shopping center.
Kishore Chalasani, 820 Prescott, Coppell, Texas 75019. Mr. Chalasani
requested additional trees to be placed between the shopping center and the
subdivision due to the lights from the shopping center being so bright. The
trees will give the residents more privacy.
Chairman Haas closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Robinson asked Mr. Sopranzi about the lights at the site. Mr.
Sopranzi stated that the lights will be replaced with more energy efficient LED
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fixtures and that they will have a cut off feature on the heads. Mr. Evans stated
that they do not have any control over the lights at McDonald's. Mr. Evans
commented that the lights are needed for security and safety purposes due to
recent events in the shopping center.
Commissioner Robinson asked Mr. Evans what the latest time that a business is
open in that shopping center. Mr. Evans stated that on a Friday or Saturday
evening the latest Esparza's would stay open would be no later than midnight.
Chairman Haas asked Mr. Evans if he would consider doing something to add
some kind of cutoff to reduce the effect of the lights at least on the McDonald's
side. Mr. Evans stated that he does not have any control over the McDonald's
site, but he would be willing to meet them regarding the lighting.
Commissioner Sarma asked the applicants if they would consider filling up the
gaps with trees that are similar to what is already there, to decrease the
spacing. Chairman Haas replied that he believes with time the cedar trees will
begin to fill the gaps once they reach a mature age.
Commissioner Portman asked who owns the land where the trees are planted.
Mr. Sopranzi replied that the Homeowner's Association owns that land.
Commissioner Portman stated that it is the responsibility of the HOA to
maintain and plant additional trees.
A motion was made by Chairman Haas, seconded by Vice Chairman Portman,
to recommend approval of this agenda item with the conditions outlined by
staff as well as the following additional conditions: 1. Request that Staff
conduct a light shed study at the site as well as at McDonald's, and 2. Review
the traffic at the McDonald's site in regards to the raised median. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
5. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD -206R -H, Conoboy Addition (Pence),
a rezoning from PD -206-H (Planned Development 206 - Historic) to
PD -206R -H (Planned Development 206 Revised - Historic) to allow the
demolition of the existing building and construction of a 3,345 -square
foot residence on Lot 1 R and an 1,877 -square foot office on Lot 2R on
14,790 -square feet of land located at 717 S. Coppell Road, at the
request of JET Financial Group being represented by Michael Adams,
Firmitas Design.
Matt Steer, Development Services Coordinator, introduced the case with
exhibits. Mr. Steer stated that staff is recommending approval subject to the
following conditions:
1. Detailed engineering review will be required at time of full engineering plan
submittal.
2. Revise Site Plan and Landscape Plan to indicate the 15' visibility triangle
measureed from the proposed property line.
3. Indicate an eight -foot private "Use, Enjoyment, and Maintenance Easement"
on Lot 2R adjacent to the eastern lot line, as the residential property is
proposing to use this area as their "backyard".
4. Remove spot elevations from Site Plan.
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5 Indicate new property boundaries after the six-foot right-of-way dedication
and show new area for Lot 1 R. Revise all plans accordingly.
6. Label the windows on the east elevation as opaque.
7. An estimated fee of $200 will be due for mitigation at time of tree removal
permit.
Chairman Haas asked Mr. Steer if the "Private Use, Enjoyment, and
Maintenance Easement" is for the life of the property. Mr. Steer stated that it is
at the discretion of the property owner.
Chairman Haas asked Mr. Steer if the structure that is currently at the site is
designated as "Historic". Mr. Steer stated that it is not according to the Historic
Resource Survey provided by the Historical Society.
Mike Adams, Firmitas Design, 2735 Villa Creek Drive, Suite 275, Dallas, Texas,
75234, was present to address questions and concerns from the commission.
Mr. Adams agreed with the conditions presented by staff.
Commissioner Sarma asked Mr. Adams what the height of the structure is at
the tallest peak. Mr. Adams stated that the peak on Houston Street is about 27
feet tall.
Chairman Haas opened the Public Hearing. The following persons spoke:
Joel Busby, 754 Cameron Court, Coppell, Texas, 75019. Mr. Busby asked if the
residential portion of the proposed site plan will be zoned strictly residential or
if it will be commercial and residential. Mr. Steer said that currently the lot is
utilized for an office. Now they are requesting to split the lot for residential use
in the front and commercial use in the western lot. Mr. Steer stated that if they
would like to rezone the residential lot they would have to come before the
Planning and Zoning Commission again to get it changed.
Chris Hanson, 715 Cameron Court, Coppell, Texas, 75019. Mr. Hanson asked if
there has been a recent traffic study at the intersection of Cameron Court and
South Coppell Rd since the George Coffee House has opened. Mr. Hanson
stated that there has been a lot of through traffic on South Coppell Road.
Cindy Halasz, 718 S. Coppell Road, Coppell, Texas 75019. Ms. Halasz asked if
the residential lot will now be a part of the HOA in that area and if not why
wouldn't it be. Mr. Steer stated that the applicant has not proposed to go into
the HOA, and is not required to since it was not part of that development. The
City would take over the maintenance of the trees along that portion of
Houston Street, so that would not be the HOA's responsibilty any longer. Ms.
Halasz asked that since this property will not be in an HOA, what would
prevent them from changing the color of the structure if they wanted to. Mr.
Steer stated that their paint color is specifically tied to their planned
development, so any change that is significant would require a re -zoning, and
the Planning Department would not allow for anything drastic to be changed.
Ms. Halasz asked about the proposed brick wall for the residential property and
if the other corner lots can add a privacy wall. Mr. Steer stated that the
rezoning is only taking place on this lot and the other properties would have to
request a zoning change.
William Henze, 721 S. Coppell Road, Coppell, Texas, 75019. Mr. Henze stated
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the view from his home and the surrounding area would be changed due to
the rezoning request. He also inquired as to the sizes of the offices in
comparison to the office that is currently there.
Mr. Joel Busby suggested that the property owners consider joining the
Property Owner's Association or the Homeowner's Association to ensure the
uniformity of the development.
Chairman Haas closed the Public Hearing.
Chairman Haas asked Mr. Steer if the current structure is part of an HOA. Mr.
Steer stated that the property is not part of an HOA because the structure was
there prior to the development. Mr. Steer stated that they can recommend to
the property owners that they petition to join an HOA if so desired.
Chairman Haas asked George Marshall, Engineering Manager, if there has
been an increase in traffic since the George Coffee house has opened and if
the proposed development could cause another increase. Mr. Marshall stated
that the traffic impact should be very minimal compared to the other
development that has happened in the area.
Discussion ensued regarding the proposed development.
A motion was made by Commissioner Sarma, seconded by Vice Chairman
Portman, to recommend approval of this agenda item with the conditions
outlined by staff. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
6. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the Conoboy Addition, Lots 1 R and 2R, Block A
(Pence) Replat, being a replat of Lot 1 to allow the demolition of the
existing building and construction of a 3,345 -square foot residence on
Lot 1 R and an 1,877 -square foot office on Lot 2R on 14,790 -square feet
of land located at 717 S. Coppell Road, at the request of JET Financial
Group, being represented by Michael Adams, Firmitas Design.
STAFF REP.: Matt Steer
Mr. Steer introduced the case with exhibits. Mr. Steer stated that staff is
recommending approval subject to the following conditions:
1. Detailed engineering review will be required at time of full engineering plan
submittal.
2. Revise the Replat to indicate the 15' visibility triangle measured from the
proposed property line.
3. Indicate an eight -foot private "Use, Enjoyment, and Maintenance Easement"
on Lot 2R adjacent to the eastern lot line, as the residential property is
proposing to use this area as their "backyard".
4. Indicate new property boundaries after the six-foot right-of-way dedication
and show new dimensions and area for Lot 1 R. Ensure all areas labeled in the
drawing, dedication and title block are consistent.
5. The plat will not be signed or eligible for recordation until the zoning in
accordance with the plat is approved.
Mr. Mike Adams, Firmitas Design, was present to address questions and
concerns from the commission. Mr. Adams agreed with the conditions
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presented by staff.
Chairman Haas opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed
up to speak and no one wished to speak. Chairman Haas then closed the
Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Portman, seconded by Commissioner
Robinson, to approve this agenda item with the conditions outlined by staff.
The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
7. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD -291-H, 705 S. Coppell Road, a
rezoning from H (Historic) to PD -291 -H (Planned Development 291 -
Historic) to allow the occupancy of the existing 1,038 -square foot
residential structure for office uses, on 5,444 -square feet of land located
at 705 S. Coppell Road, at the request of Neda Jaafari, being
represented by Technology Building Group.
Mr. Steer introduced the case with exhibits. Mr. Steer stated that staff is
recommending approval subject to the following conditions:
1. There may be additional comments generated upon detailed engineering
review.
2. A tree removal permit is required prior to the start of construction.
3. Minor plat is needed prior to permitting if the zoning is approved.
4. Revise parking calculations to include the entire building as professional
office space.
5. Revise the required and provided landscape areas with Landscape
Requirements table to reflect total areas for each category (Perimeter - 2,000
square feet required, 1,470 square feet provided; Nonvehicular - 660 square
feet required, 490 square feet provided; & Interior - 150 square feet required,
150 square feet provided).
6. Remove the proposed signage from the left elevation and reduce signage
area on the front elevation to 1.5'x 5'.
7. Label colors of materials on the Elevations.
8. Use a solid white paint on the front porch, decorative railing and handicap
ramp rather than wood stain, as this is more in line with the craftsman style.
Chairman Haas asked Mr. Steer what type of use is the applicant proposing.
Mr. Steer stated that the applicant has indicated that it will be professional
office use.
Commissioner Robinson asked what type of fence is currently along the
property line. Mr. Steer stated that it is currently a chain link fence but he
believes the applicant would be putting in a different type of fence, since the
proposed plans did not indicate a chain link fence.
Commissioner Sarma asked if there is a six inch curb along the south fence
that would prevent a tire from driving over the curb. Mr. Steer stated that there
is not a curb there now.
Oliver Kaeini, Technology Building Group, P.O. Box 92652, Southlake, Texas,
76092, was present to address questions and concerns from the commission.
Mr. Kaeini stated that the intended use for the office will be for a construction
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company for himself and his father.
Commissioner Robinson asked Mr. Kaeini if he would be willing to put up a
wrought iron fence to the front building line. Mr. Steer recommended a picket
fence or a 4' decorative metal fence. Mr. Kaeini agreed to put up a picket
fence to match the area.
Chairman Haas opened the Public Hearing.
Mr. Joel Busby asked how the property is currently being used. Chairman Haas
replied that it is currently a residence and is proposed to be converted to an
office use. Mr. Busby asked what is the long term plan of S. Coppell Rd. Mr.
Steer replied that the plan is to have a transition from residential to small scale
office, and that is in accordance with the Old Coppell Master Plan.
Chairman Haas closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Portman, seconded by Commissioner
Robinson, to recommend approval of this agenda item with the conditions
outlined by staff. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Adjournment
There being no further business before the Planning & Zoning Commission, the
meeting was adjourned at 8:26 p.m.
Edmund Haas, Chairman
Ashley Owens, Planning Secretary
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company for himself and his father.
September 14, 2017
Commissioner Robinson asked Mr. Kaeiniifhawould bewilling 0mput up
wrought iron fence hmthe front building line. Mr. Steer recommended apicket
fence oro4'decorative metal fence. Mr. Keminiagreed toput upapicket
fence to match the area.
Chairman Haas opened the Public Hearing.
Mr. Joel Busby asked how the property kacurrently being used. Chairman Haas
replied that itiscurrently aresidence and isproposed toboconverted 0man
office use. Mr. Busby asked what imthe long term plan ofS.CoppeURd. Mr.
Steer replied that the plan is to have a transition from residential to small scale
office, and that isinaccordance with the Old CoppoUMaster Plan.
Chairman Haas closed the Public Hearing.
Amotion was made byVice Chairman Portman, seconded byCommissioner
Robinson, torecommend approval ofthis agenda item with the conditions
outlined hystaff. The motion passed hyanunanimous vote.
Adjournment
There being no further business before the Planning & Zoning Commission, the
meeting was adjourned otO'2Gp.nn.
Edmund Haas, Chairman
Ashley Owens, 1�6nning Secretary
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