BM 2000-05-18 PZ Minutes of May 18, 2000
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
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, May 18, 2000, in the Coppell
Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members
were present:
Vice Chairman Texx Stewart
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Jon Nesbit
Commissioner Greg McGahey
Commissioner Drew Halsey
Commissioner Sam Clark
Also present were City Attorney Bob Hager, Civil Engineer Kent Collins, Fire Marshal
Travis Crump, Planning Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Marcie
Diamond, and Sr. Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Chairman Rick McCaffrey
was absent.
PRE-SESSION (OOen to the Public)
1. Briefing on the Agenda.
Staff briefed the Commission on the cases.
REGULAR SESSION (OOen to the Public)
2. Call to Order.
Vice Chairman Stewart called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated April 20, 2000.
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the minutes of April 20, 2000, as
written. Commissioner Kittrell seconded; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the CoDDell Aquatic and Recreation Center, Lot 1,
Block A, Final Plat for the Aquatic and Recreation Center for the City of
Coppell, on approximately 31,626 acres of property located along the north
side Parkway Boulevard, approximately 266 feet west of Parkview Place, at
the request of Carson-Salcedo-McWilliams, Inc.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that
approval is recommended, subject to the engineer working out utility easements
with TXU.
Discussion:
No discussion followed.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the Coppell Aquatic and Recreation
Center, Lot 1, Block A, Final Plat, subject to the following condition:
1) Work with TXU to resolve any outstanding utility easement issues.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Heartz Road Addition, Lots 1 and 2, Minor Plat, to
allow the construction of two single family homes on 0.969 acres of property
located along the west side of Heartz Road, approximately 215 feet south of
Sandy Lake Road, at the request of Beck-Smith Custom Homes.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that
staff recommends approval with minor conditions. He added that if the
Commission recommends approval, since he has the authority to sign-off on
minor plats, it will not be forwarded to Council for consideration.
The developer was not asked to appear.
Discussion:
There was none.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the Heartz Road Addition,
Lots 1 and 2, Minor Plat, subject to the following conditions:
1) Add the volume and page numbers to the plat document.
2) Show right-of-way on Sandy Lake Road.
3) Abide by Leisure Services Department's comments.
4) No alley requirement.
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Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Town Center West, Lots 1 and 2, Block A, Final
Plat, to allow the construction of retail and day care uses on 4.49 acres of
property located at the southwest corner of Denton Tap Road and West
Town Center Drive, at the request of Dowdey, Anderson & Associates, Inc.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that
approval is recommended, subject to three conditions.
The developer was not asked to appear.
Discussion:
No discussion followed.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the Town Center West, Lots 1 and
2, Block A, Final Plat, subject to the following conditions:
1) Utility easements being approved by TXU.
2)
Submittal of a Tree Removal Permit prior to removing any trees on
site, along with a Determination of Tree Retribution for any tree
removal.
3)
Contact the Parks Department at (972) 304-3565 prior to disturbing
any median or R-O-W for location of possible irrigation piping and
wiring which may exist. It will be the responsibility of the developer
to repair any improvements damaged by work in the area.
Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. ZC-603(CH) zoning
change from LI (Light Industrial) to HC (Highway Commercial) on
approximately 7.5 acres of property located at the southeast corner of S.H. 121
and Denton Tap Road.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing an exhibit of the proposal, stating that because of the
single-family zoning to the east and commercial zoning to the south, light
industrial zoning is no longer appropriate. She stated that staff recommends this
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zoning change to HC (Highway Commercial). Of six notices sent out, none were
returned in favor or opposition.
Public Hearinl~:
Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing. Ann Dragon, 727 Bent Tree,
Coppell, TX asked a question regarding other developers interested in this
property besides Jack-in-the-Box. Ms. Diamond stated that to staffs knowledge,
there are no others at the present time. Ms. Diamond then showed a concept plan
for the area, stating site plan approval and platting must occur before more
development on the property.
Vice Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was none.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve Case No. ZC-603(CH), zoning
change from LI (Light Industrial) to HC (Highway Commercial). Commissioner
Nesbit seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit,
McGahey, Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. ZC-604(CH) zoning
change from MF-2 (Multi Family-2) to PD-MF-2 (Planned Development, MF-
2) on approximately 3.6 acres of property located along the west side of Harris
Street, north of Bethel School Road.
Because of a notification error, Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing
and asked that it be continued to the Commission' s June 15th meeting.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to continue the Public Hearing to June 15th
for Case No. ZC-604(CH), zoning change from MF-2 (Multi Family-2) to PD-
MF-2 (Planned Development, Multi Family-2). Commissioner McGahey
seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey,
Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting to continue this case to June 15th. None
opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. ZC-605(CH) zoning
change from A (Agriculture) and R (Retail) to SF-12 (Single Family-12) on
approximately 24.7 acres of property located along the north side of
DeForest Road, east of MacArthur Boulevard.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal, stating that an attempt to rezone a
portion of this property was denied by Council in 1998 due primarily to a question
of whether or not property taxes would be affected. Ms. Diamond referred to a letter
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from the Dallas County Appraisal District explaining that zoning is not the
determining factor of appraisal value, that they look at the land use and what
surrounds the property to make that determination. Regarding the Retail property
along the east side of MacArthur, Ms. Diamond added that staff is concerned about
the visibility and access to this property and reiterated that the Comprehensive Plan
shows this parcel best suited for single-family development. She then mentioned
that she called the Estradas, who previously opposed this change, offering to meet
with the family to answer any questions they might have. Mr. Estrada told Ms.
Diamond that he needed to confer with his daughters and as of this date, she has not
heard back from them. Of the 62 notices sent out, five replies were returned in favor
of this rezoning, and two in opposition. SF-12 zoning is recommended.
Public Hearinl~:
Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing.
were:
Those speaking in favor
Bill Hurlbert, 241 Suzanne Way, Coppell, TX
Those speaking in opposition were:
Elizabeth Camacho, 724 DeForest Road, Coppell, TX - speaking for her
father, Lupe R. Estrada
Elena Owen, 722 DeForest Road, Coppell, TX
Alen Hinckley, Univest Properties, Inc. 12201 Merit Drive, Suite 170,
Dallas, TX 75251 (Presented a petition from near-by homeowners)
Tracy Garman, 707 Cambridge Manor Lane, Coppell, TX - Stated that
parcels should be considered separately, stating that the Service
Center site is one of five being considered for the Municipal
Tennis Center.
Those speaking neither in favor nor opposition but wishing to be heard:
Bill Anderson, 327 Tanglewood, Coppell, TX
Vice Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed regarding the uses allowed in Agriculture zoning which may
not be compatible with single-family zoning; the fact that when property is
annexed into the city, it receives a zoning classification of Agriculture until such
time the highest and best use for the property is determined, according to the
Comprehensive Plan; the history behind the Retail zoned property; how this
property could be developed given its size, access and ability to meet today's
codes, the traffic safety issue, etc.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve Case No. ZC-605(CH) zoning
change from A (Agriculture) and R (Retail) to SF-12 (Single Family-12).
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
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Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. ZC-606{CH} zoning
change from A (Agriculture) to SF-12 (Single Family-12) on approximately
15.75 acres of property located along the north side of DeForest Road, east
and west of The Estates of Cambridge Manor.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing an exhibit, stating 77 notices were sent to affected property
owners. She added that staff received none in favor and 2 replies in opposition from
the Birdsong and Watts property owners.
Public Hearinl~:
Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing.
Those speaking in opposition:
Sharon Watts, 900 DeForest Road, Coppell, TX
Brenda MacDonald, representing Bruce & Sheree Birdsong, 844
DeForest Road, Coppell, TX. Ms. MacDonald presented a petition
with 42 signatures of property owners opposing this zoning change.
She also mentioned that Mr. Birdsong will be out of town on June
13th (City Council meeting day) and requests a different hearing date
for this case.
Vice Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed regarding the kinds of animals allowed in agriculture vs.
single-family zoning; whether or not riding lessons would be allowed, etc.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve Case No. ZC-606(CH) zoning
change from A (Agriculture) to SF-12 (Single Family-12). Commissioner
McGahey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit,
McGahey, Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. ZC-607{CH) zoning
change from LI (Light Industrial) to R (Retail) on 8.7 acres of property
located at the southeast corner of Sandy Lake Road and State Road.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, stating the Comprehensive Plan shows this property best suited for
mixed-use development; i.e., a combination of retail, commercial and office uses,
which would eliminate the least desirable uses permitted in Light Industrial zoning
since this property abuts residential zoning on two sides. She stated that staff
recommends Retail zoning, although a number of Oakbend residents would like to
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limit this property to Office zoning. Of 40 notices sent to affected property owners,
staff received two replies in favor and over 50 replies in opposition, which indicates
some of these responses are from residents outside the notification area. She stated
that the owner also opposes this zoning change.
Public Hearimp:
Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing.
were:
Those speaking in opposition
Charles Bandemer, 305 Dogwood Trail, Coppell, TX
Jack Clark, 718 Beal Lane, Coppell, TX
Kevin Kennedy, 724 Post Oak Drive, Coppell, TX
Shane Wright, 712 Post Oak Drive, Coppell, TX
Steve LeMay, 107 Oakbend, Coppell, TX
David Crues, 714 Beal Lane, Coppell, TX
Stacey Groats, 700 Post Oak Drive, Coppell, TX
Vice Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed regarding uses allowed in a retail/office zoning district and
the fact that retail and office classifications are allowed in LI zoning and less
desirable light industrial uses can be avoided by rezoning this property to retail.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve Case No. ZC-607(CH)
zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to R (Retail). Commissioner Halsey
seconded the motion; motion carried (5-1 ) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey,
Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. Commissioner Kittrell opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of ZC-608(CH) zoning change
from C (Commercial) to SF-9 (Single Family-9) on approximately 11 acres of
property south of Sandy Lake and west of Denton Tap Roads.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, mentioning 30 notices were sent to affected property owners with 3
favorable replies being received by staff and one letter in opposition sent by the
property owner, asking a delay of any decision because of potential commercial
development.
Public Hearinl~:
Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing. Those expressing concern
about any consideration being given to extending Tealwood to Sandy Lake Road
were:
MaryAnn Dunkum, 141 Hearthwood Drive, Coppell, TX
Jim Tapley, 144 Hearthwood Drive, Coppell, TX
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Vice Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Some discussion revolved around circulation problems since the Wynnpage
development has but one ingress and egress. Ms. Diamond replied that there
appears to be enough frontage along Denton Tap Road to allow access to this
potential community. Further discussion centered around the safety issue linking
this residential development to Wynnpage, etc.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve Case No. ZC-608(CH) zoning
change from C (Commercial) to SF-9 (Single Family-9). Commissioner Clark
seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey,
Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
A 10-minute recess was observed.
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. ZC-609(CH) zoning
change from TC (Town Center) to SF-7 (Single Family-7) on approximately
26 acres of property located east of Heartz and north of Sandy Lake Roads.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing an exhibit and stating that staff recommends approval of
this SF-7 classification since it is reflective of the development of this property
and rezoning would eliminate any potential non-residential uses permitted by
Town Center zoning.
Public Hearinl~:
Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing. No one spoke in favor or
opposition.
Vice Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was none.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve Case No. ZC-609(CH) zoning
change from TC (Town Center) to SF-7 (Single Family-7). Commissioner Kittrell
seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey,
Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Proposed Amendments to
the Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan.
Presentation:
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Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal,
changes.
introduced the item to the
reviewing the 14 proposed
Public Hearinl~:
Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing.
opposition.
No one spoke in favor or
Vice Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Vice Chairman Stewart made it clear that these amendments were discussed and
thoroughly explored in two previous sessions and whatever recommendation is
made this evening is not "spur of the moment".
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the proposed amendments to
the Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Kittrell seconded
the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell,
Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the proposed text change to amend
a portion of Section 27-1 of the Coppell Zoning Ordinance, PD Regulations, to
allow the Board of Adjustment to grant variances within Planned Development
Districts.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, reminding
the Commission that during the April 6th Workshop Session, it studied this
proposal. He added that it was suggested by staff that yard variances also be
deferred to the Board of Adjustment but the Commission chose to only defer
variances to fence placement to the Board and stated that staff agrees with this
recommendation.
Public Hearinl~:
Vice Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing.
opposition.
No one spoke in favor or
Vice Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was none.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to amend a portion of Section 27-1 of the
Coppell Zoning Ordinance to read as follows:
"The Board of A4justment shah have the authority to grant variances in
residential PD zoning districts relating to the placement of fences. The
Board of A4justment shah have no other authority in PD zoning districts."
Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
16.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions on May 9, 2000.
a. Ordinance renaming a portion of Hawken Drive, from its northern intersection with Coppell Road, west to a point of its
intersection south, being adjacent to lots 10A through lot
16A, Block 1 and Lots 7A through Lot 12B, Block 2 as
depicted on Exhibit "A" to Archer Drive
b. Coppell Crossing, Lot 4, Block 1, Final Plat and Site Plan
c. Coppell Crossing, Lot 5, Block 1, Final Plat and Site Plan
d. PD- 185, Coppell Industrial Addition
e. Coppell Industrial Addition, Preliminary Plat
f. Coppell Industrial Addition, Final Plat
g. S-1176, Jack In The Box Restaurant
h. Jack In The Box Addition, Lot 1, Block 1, Preliminary Plat
(Council granted P&Z authority to approve Final Plat)
i. Northlake 635 Business Park, Replat of Lot 1R, Block C and
Site Plan
j. PD-133R2, Magnolia Village
k. PD-183, Coppell High School
1. Riverside Church of Christ, Site Plan Amendment
m. Town Center Addition, Lot 4, Block 1, Minor Plat and Site
Plan
n. The Townhouses of Coppell, Final Plat
Planning Director Gary Sieb stated that Council approved all of the
above cases with the exception of the high school case. Council
approved a chain-link fence with landscaping on both sides.
B. Director's comments.
There were none.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 9:15 p.m.
Texx Stewart, Vice Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary
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