BM 2000-06-15 PZ Minutes of June 15, 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, June 15, 2000, in the Coppell
Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members
were present:
Chairman Rick McCaffrey
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, Planning
Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond, and Sr. Administrative
Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Vice Chairman Texx Stewart and Fire Marshal Travis Crump
were 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.
Chairman McCaffrey called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated May 18, 2000.
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the minutes of May 18, 2000, as
written. Commissioner Nesbit seconded; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey voting
in favor. None opposed.
CONTINUATION OF 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.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing an exhibit of the area, stating that presently, 22-units
per/acre apartment dwellings could be built on this property under the existing
zoning and by changing this zoning to PD-187-MF-2, the existing quadraplex-
style unit Site Plan can be attached to the Ordinance to ensure continuity within
this residential neighborhood. Any redevelopment of this site would require a
rezoning request and notification to affected property owners. She added that of
the 107 notices sent to affected property owners, staff received seven favorable
responses; one response in opposition, and one undecided response. Ms.
Diamond then stated that staff recommends approval of this zoning classification.
Public Hearinl~:
Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted
to speak either in favor or opposition to appear. No one spoke.
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve Case No. ZC-604(CH) zoning
change from MF-2 to PD-MF-2. Commissioner Clark seconded the motion; motion
carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark and
Halsey voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1177, Firestone,
zoning change request from R (Retail) to R-S.U.P. (Retail, Special Use
Permit) to allow the construction of an automotive repair and service center
on approximately 1.2 acres of property along the south side of W. Sandy
Lake Road, approximately 200' west of S. Denton Tap Road, at the request of
the Richmond Group.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal; relating the history of this
property; most recently, the recommendation for denial of a Special Use Permit
by the Commission in April due to concerns regarding the orientation of the bay
doors toward Sandy Lake Road, the elevations, signage and general aesthetics.
She stated that staff is recommending approval of this proposal, subject to various
conditions which she read into the record.
Jim Corkill, The Richmond Group, 12200 Stemmons Freeway, Suite 317, Dallas,
TX 75234, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer
any questions, stating that the roof-top equipment will be shielded by a mansard
roof that runs the entire perimeter of the building. After advising the Commission
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of changes since the April submission, he stated that he is in agreement with staff
conditions.
Public Hearimp:
Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted
to speak either in favor or opposition to appear. There were none.
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to the orientation of the bay doors towards the west,
instead of the east, due to visibility to Denton Tap Road, the impact on the trees,
adding an architectural feature and more landscaping to the east of the building to
help obscure the view from Denton Tap Road, the sidewalk issue, etc. Marc
Funderburk, 3624 Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX, stated that more landscape could be
layered in to give the structure a more residential vs. straight commercial look;
reminding the Commission of the existing trees being preserved on the property.
Regarding moving the bay doors to the other side of the building, Quinn Spann,
11117 Shady Trail, Dallas, TX, advised that a sanitary sewer line has been relocated
and a 20' easement needs to be maintained.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to continue Case No. S-1177, Firestone,
zoning change request from R (Retail) to R-S.U.P. (Retail, Special Use Permit) to
the Commission's July 20th meeting. Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion;
motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey,
Clark, and Halsey voting in favor of continuance to July 20th. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Sandy Lake Crossimp, Lot
2R, ReDlat and Minor Plat, to allow the construction of an automotive repair
and service center on approximately 1.2 acres of property along the south
side of W. Sandy Lake Road, approximately 200' west of S. Denton Tap
Road, at the request of the Richmond Group.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond stated that because of the
Commission' s action on the Special Use Permit, this case needs to be denied and
brought back on July 20th.
The developer was not asked to appear.
Public Hearinl~:
Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted
to speak either in favor or opposition to appear. There were none.
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
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Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to deny the Sandy Lake Crossing, Lot
Replat and Minor Plat without prejudice. Commissioner McGahey seconded the
motion. Motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell,
McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey voting in favor of denial without prejudice. None
opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-176R2, McMillan
Estates, PD Amendment, to allow the development of two (2) single-family
homes on approximately 1.04 acres of property and to establish SF-9 zoning
on approximately 0.46 acres to allow two tracts to be incorporated into
existing adjacent lots in the Old Coppell Estates subdivision located along the
north side of Bethel Road, at the request of Holmes Builders.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits of the proposal, reminding the Commission of the history behind the
original Planned Development. He stated this approximate 1 ~A acre tract is now
being proposed as two residential lots vs. one. He added that the rear approximate
half-acre will be sold to adjoining landowners in Old Coppell Estates. Mr. Sieb
then stated that staff recommends approval of this request, reading the conditions
into the record.
Terry Holmes, 510 Country Lane, Coppell, TX 75019, was present to represent
this item before the Commission and answer any questions, stating he is in
agreement with staff conditions.
Public Hearinl~:
Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted
to speak either in favor or opposition to appear. Voicing concern was Paul Volpe,
306, Coppell, TX 75019.
Chairman McCaffrey then closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to property at the rear to be added to Lots 15 and 16,
Block 1 of Old Coppell Estates, the location and orientation of the driveway and
garage doors on Lot 1, the type of fencing for these properties, landscaping issues,
etc.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve Case No. PD-176R2, McMillan
Estates, PD Amendment, subject to the following conditions:
1) On Lot 1, no garage door(s) shall face Bethel Road.
2)
All garages shall be swing-entry and adequately screened from
adjacent residents to the west.
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3)
All rear fencing materials to the west shall be limited to decorative
metal only.
4) The driveways shall be 14' in width.
5)
Adequate turn-around areas shall be provided on Lots l&2 to allow
forward access onto Bethel Road.
6)
Acknowledgement that no structures can be built within the 100-year
floodplain including swimming pools and fences.
7) The Landscaping Plan must be sealed by a Landscape Architect.
8) Show acreage of this revised PD on all exhibits.
9) Botanical names must be shown on landscape plan.
10) All plant material must meet Plant Palette requirements.
11) A tree removal permit is required.
12) A Park Dedication Fee of $1,285 per dwelling unit is required.
13) Remove all platting notations from Zoning Exhibit.
Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Bethel Road Estates, Phase II Lots 1 and 2, Block 1,
Minor Plat, to allow the development of two (2) single-family homes on
approximately 1.04 acres of property along the north side of Bethel Road,
approximately 120 feet east of Hearthstone Lane, at the request of Landes &
Associates.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit of the proposal, stating that staff recommends approval of this request,
subject to conditions which he read into the record.
The applicant was not asked to appear.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve Bethel Road Estates, Phase II
Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Minor Plat, subject to the following conditions:
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1) Black line copies are required.
2) A tree survey be acceptable to the Leisure Services Department.
3) No development shall be allowed in the 100-year flood plain.
4) A Tree Removal Permit is required before any tree removal.
5) A Park Dedication Fee of $1,285 per dwelling unit is required
6) Correct the ownership signature block.
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey voting
in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Old CoDDell Estates, Reolat
of Lots 15 and 16, Block 1, to allow the incorporation of approximately 0,093
of an acre of property to Lot 15R and approximately 0.25 of an acre of
property to Lot 16R located east of Hearthstone Lane; north of Bethel Road,
at the request of Landes & Associates.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit of the proposal, stating that staff recommends approval of this request,
subject to conditions which he read into the record.
The applicant was not asked to appear.
Public Hearinl~:
Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted
to speak either in favor or opposition to appear. No one spoke.
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the Old Coppell Estates,
Replat of Lots 15 and 16, Block 1, subject to the following conditions:
1) Both affected property owners agree to the request.
2)
Acknowledgement that no building/structure can occur in the
floodplain.
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3) Property be rezoned from PD-176-SF-9 to SF-9.
4)
Identify owner of Lot 15R and 16R in the signature block; i.e.,
Todd Wilcox, Lot 16R).
5) Delineate additional acreage going into each lot.
6) Black line prints are required.
Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey voting
in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Lake Park Addition, Reolat
of Lot 15, Block E, to allow for the incorporation of approximately 0.5 of an
acre of property into Lot 15R located at 579 Lake Park Drive, at the request
of Stephen R. and Mary Ann Connor.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing an exhibit, stating in 1994, 12 lots were replatted to add
additional property between their lot lines and the flood plain. At this time, the
Connor family wishes to do the same.
Steve Connor, 579 Lake Park Drive, Coppell, TX 75019, was present to represent
this item before the Commission and answer any questions.
Public Hearinl~:
Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted
to speak either in favor or opposition to appear. No one spoke.
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the Lake Park Addition,
Replat of Lot 15, Block E with no conditions. Commissioner Clark seconded the
motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell,
McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Riverside Church of Christ
Addition, Reolat, to allow the construction of a two-story addition to the
existing church and additional parking spaces on 6.5 acres of property
located at 150 E. Beltline Road, at the request of Michael Peeples Engineers
and Planners.
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Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal, stating staff recommends approval of
this request, subject to the conditions she read into the record.
The applicant was not in attendance.
Public Hearimp:
Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted
to speak either in favor or opposition to appear. No one spoke.
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the Riverside Church of Christ
Addition, Replat, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Approval from TXU for the relocation of the utilities and associated
easements.
2) Adding the zoning on the adjacent properties.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Boren Addition, Final Plat, to allow the
development of two (2) single- family homes on approximately 10.4 acres of
property located at the northeast corner of Warren Crossing and Beverly
Drive, at the request of Winkelmann and Associates.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing an exhibit of the two lots proposed, acknowledging the fact
that when the Preliminary Plat was approved, it had but one lot. She stated that
these two lots meet all requirements of Single Family-12 zoning. Ms. Diamond
went on to state that Council approved the elimination of alleys and the
Commission has Final Plat authority. She then stated that staff recommends
approval of this proposal, reading the conditions into the record.
Cody Boren, 627 Allen Road, Coppell, TX 75019, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions, stating agreement with staff
conditions.
Discussion:
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There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Clark made a motion to approve the Boren Addition, Final Plat,
subject to the following conditions:
Prior to any construction on this property, a Tree Removal Permit
will be executed.
Per the Park Dedication Ordinance, $1,285 will be required per
dwelling unit.
No development will be allowed in the 100-year floodplain without
an approved flood plain study.
Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the CoDDell Center for the Arts, Amended Site Plan, to
allow for an amendment to the parking plan on approximately one acre of
property located on the west side of Moore Road; south of Sandy Lake Road,
at the request of the City of Coppell.
Presentation:
Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that at the time
the Arts Center Site Plan was initially approved, it showed four handicap parking
spaces. The Plan was then submitted to the State for ADA conformance and the
City received a letter stating that four handicap parking spaces were not required,
that two spaces would be sufficient. Consequently, when the project was
completed, it had only two handicap spaces. He went on to state that this non-
conformity with the Site Plan was brought to the City's attention, hence this
amendment to the Plan. He added that staff recommends approval of this
amendment.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the Coppell Center for the Arts,
Amended Site Plan. Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-
0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark and Halsey
voting in favor. None opposed.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions on June 13, 2000.
a. 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 as they relate to
placement fences within Planned Development Districts.
b. Proposed amendments to the Land Use Map of the
Comprehensive Plan.
c. Ordinance for Case No. PD-184, St. Andrews Manor
d. Ordinance for Case No. PD-98R, Village at Cottonwood
Creek, Section. 1
e. Ordinance for Case No. S-1171R, Coppell Home D~cor
f. Ordinance for Case No. S-1175 Siena Pasta & Pizza
g. Town Center West, Lots 1 and 2, Block A, Final Plat
h. Ordinance for Case No. ZC-600, Boren Addition
i. Ordinance for Case No. ZC-601, Stuart O'Neal Office
Building
j. Ordinance for Case No. ZC-602, Beck Estates
k. ZC-605(CH), zoning change request from A & R to SF-12
I. ZC-606(CH), zoning change from A to SF-12
m. ZC-607(CH), zoning change from LI to R
n. ZC-608(CH), zoning change from C to SF-9
o. ZC-609(CH) to consider a change in zoning from TC to SF-7
Planning Director Sieb briefed the Commission on the action taken by
Council, indicating that the zoning change recommended for Case
No. ZC-608(CH) was not approved. This area shall retain its
commercial zoning classification.
Director's comments.
Planning Director Sieb announced that Kent Collins, Civil Engineer,
had accepted a job as Traffic Engineer for Lewisville and that tonight
was his last Commission meeting. He was thanked for a job well done
and wished well.
He reminded those Commissioners who were up for reappointment to
submit their applications.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:10 p.m.
Rick McCaffrey, Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary
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