BM 2000-08-17 PZ Minutes of August 17, 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, August 17, 2000, in the Coppell
Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members
were present:
Chairman Rick McCaffrey
Vice Chair Texx Stewart
Commissioner Jon Nesbit
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Drew Halsey
Commissioner Sam Clark
Also present were City Attorney Bob Hager, Assistant City Engineer Mike Martin,
Planning Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond, City Planner
Andrea Roy, and Sr. Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Commissioner Greg
McGahey 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.
Chairman McCaffrey called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated July 20, 2000.
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the minutes of July 20, 2000, as
written. Commissioner Clark seconded; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None
opposed.
Because of the number of people present to hear Item 13, this case was heard first.
Item 13:
Consider approval of the CoDDell Senior Center, Site Plan
Amendment, to allow for the renovation and expansion of the main
Senior Center and the annex located at 616 Coppell Road, at the
request of the City of Coppell.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, reviewing the history of the property, showing exhibits and stating
that the proposal is to expand both Senior Center buildings. The main building
would be enlarged 374 square feet to accommodate a billiard room and patio. The
Annex would be increased by 385 square feet to accommodate a kitchen,
bathroom and additional storage area and will have awnings that match those on
the main structure. Ms. Diamond then stated that staff recommends approval of
this Site Plan amendment, subject to conditions which she read into the record.
Although this case is not a Public Hearing, Chairman McCaffrey opened the
hearing, asking for people who wanted to speak either in favor or opposition to
appear. The following person spoke in support of the proposal:
Jeanne Heath, 634 Meadowview Lane, Coppell, TX
Discussion:
Discussion followed as to whether or not the awnings on the main building would
be replaced at this time. Ms. Diamond stated that she wasn't aware of such
replacement.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the Coppell Senior Center. Site
Plan Amendment. Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0)
with Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-188, HO-C, zoning
change request from HO-C and HO-C-S-1125R (Historic Overlay, Commercial
and Historic Overlay, Commercial, S-1125R) to PD-188-HO-C (Planned
Development-188, Historic Overlay, Commercial), to allow the construction of
a restaurant with a private club and the expansion of a free-standing beauty
shop on approximately 1.27 acres of property located along the east side of
Coppell Road, approximately 200 feet south of Cooper Lane, at the request of
Tom Cravens.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits, including a color board, stating that these
proposed uses are supported in the Comprehensive Plan in the Historic Overlay
District and are in keeping with those recommendations by providing the wood
siding and asphalt roof. After reviewing some concerns to staff, Ms. Diamond
then stated that approval is recommended, subject to conditions which she read
into the record.
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Jeff Watters, JWI, 3413 Twin Lakes Drive, Prosper, TX 75078, 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. The following person spoke in
opposition:
Margie Stringfield, 512 Cozby Avenue, Coppell
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to the location of the dumpster, neighborhood
opposition, reduction of parking lot paving, additional landscaping, screening of air
conditioning equipment, type of exhaust fan in restaurant, location of the grease pit,
shielding of parking lot lights, color of trim, drainage problems, etc. Planning
Director Sieb provided some history as to the drainage problems in this area and
assured the Commission that the grading plans for this case will have to be approved
by the Engineering Department before any construction can occur. He stated that it
is his understanding that this property will drain from the parking lot to the west, out
to Coppell Road and will not affect Ms. Stringfield's property.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve Case No. PD-188, HO-C, zoning
change request from HO-C and HO-C-S-1125R to PD-188-HO-C, subject to the
following conditions:
1) Planned Development Conditions as stated on the Site Plan.
2)
Freestanding lighting shall be located as indicated on the Site Plan,
however, lighting must be shielded on all sides facing residential
properties to prevent excess spillover.
3)
Relocate dumpster away from adjacent residential properties and place
adjacent to the east side (rear) of the building.
4)
All wood fencing facing the interior of the property, shall be painted
white to match the exteriors of the buildings.
5)
Confirm total site area; the Minor Plat indicates the site area as 55,129
sq. ft. and the Site Plan indicates the site area as 59,239 sq.
6)
Label fence going through the proposed parking lot as "To Be
Removed" and amend on Landscape Plan.
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7)
Revise parking lot design to provide standard parking spaces and aisle
widths to increase the setback from the rear property line to 20'.
8) Provide sidewalk to the north entrance into the House of Style.
9)
Show the required amount of landscape islands dnterior
Lat/dscaping)- 53 parking spaces x .12 = 7 landscape islands; all of
which must contain one tree.
Calculate total landscaping provided as follows:
Total Site Area 55,129 Sq. ft.
(3,988 +2,128) 6,116 Sq. ft.
49,013 Sq. ft.
x .15
7,351.95 = 7,352 Sq. ft. Overall Required
11) Revise the submitted elevations for House of Style to clearly show the
existing and proposed portions of the building.
12) Shutters and signage be green to match the trim on the existing
structure.
13) The exhaust fan be in-line in nature so that it cannot be seen from the
exterior.
14) All air conditioning equipment must be screened from public view.
15)
A minimum of 25-30 trees shall be planted along the north, south and
east sides of the property, plus sufficient Nellie R. Stevens shrubs to
adequately shield near-by residences from headlights, etc., along the
east side of the property.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1179, zoning change
request from HO-C (Historic Overlay, Commercial) to PD-188 HO-C-S.U.P.
(Planned Development-188, Historic Overlay, Commercial, Special Use
Permit), to allow a restaurant with a private club on approximately 1.27
acres of property located along the east side of Coppell Road, approximately
200 feet south of Cooper Lane, at the request of Tom Cravens.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond showed an exhibit of the request,
stating that this restaurant will have 24 tables with a seating capacity of
approximately 96 patrons. A private party room is also planned. She stated that
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staff recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, reading three conditions
into the record.
Jeff Watters, JWI, 3413 Twin Lakes Drive, Prosper, TX 75078, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions, stating the
background of the owner, mentioning this restaurant will serve authentic Italian
cuisine.
Public Hearinl~:
Chairman McCaffrey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted
to speak either in favor or opposition to appear. The following person spoke in
opposition:
Margie Stringfield, 512 Cozby Avenue, Coppell
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed as to opposition of other neighbors and the maintenance
of the trees. Chairman McCaffrey mentioned that the vision of the Historic Overlay
District is restaurants because this area is deemed to be a pedestrian-type area,
adding that an Italian restaurant is desirable near a residential area because the
cooking is not too greasy and the smell is pleasant to most people.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve Case No. S-1179, zoning change
request from HO-C to PD-188 HO-C-S.U.P., subject to the following conditions:
1)
The hours of operation will be from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday
through Saturday and 12 noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday.
2)
The sale of alcoholic beverages on the premises is permitted as
provided by State Law.
3)
All Planned Development conditions relative to PD-188 shall be
adhered to.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the 3WI Addition, Lot 1, Block 1, Minor Plat, to allow
the development of a restaurant and the expansion of a beauty shop on
approximately 1.27 acres of property located along the east side of Coppell
Road, approximately 200 feet south of Cooper Lane, at the request of Tom
Cravens.
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Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing an exhibit of the proposal, stating that staff recommends
approval of this request, reading the one condition that applies to this case into the
record.
The applicant was not asked to reappear.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the JWI Addition, Lot 1, Block
1, Minor Plat, subject to the following condition:
1 ) Correct the spelling on date on the City Secretary's signature block.
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1155R2 Dickev's
Barbecue Pit, zoning change to amend and expand the Special Use Permit
site plan to allow additional parking spaces at the rear of 804 Bullock Drive,
at the request of Henggeler Properties, L.P.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal, reviewing the parking situation,
mentioning that all the restaurant traffic would come off of Denton Tap Road - no
access would be allowed from Bullock Drive. She then stated that although this is
not an ideal solution to this parking problem, staff recommends approval of this
request, subject to conditions that she read into the record.
Pat Henggeler, 5410 Emerald Park Boulevard, Arlington, TX, was present to
represent these items before the Commission and answer any questions, stating he
is in agreement with the staff conditions.
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 then closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve Case No. S-1155R2 Dickey's
Barbecue Pit, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Access to the alley shall be prohibited, except by utility companies,
through the installation of 6" curbs and signage. In the event that this
alley is being used for additional parking and access to Dickey's,
additional traffic diverters will be constructed at the owner's expense,
subject to approval by the City and the affected utility companies.
2)
Submission and approval of a parking agreement for the use of this
"off-site" parking lot for Dickey's restaurant.
3)
A note being added to the Site Plan and the Landscape Plan stating:
"the office and associated parking on the front portion of this lot as
indicated on the Site Plan is for illustrative purposes only and does
not constitute Site Plan approval for this portion of the lot".
4)
The tabulations on the Landscape Plan need to be revised to reflect the
Landscaping indicated on the Site Plan.
5)
The parking lot lights shall be a maximum height of 20 feet and shall
be of a down light type, as defined in Section 36-3 of the Zoning
Ordinance, which shall not produce glare onto adjacent residential
properties.
6)
The Site Plan shall be revised to provide and clearly indicate that the
required 24'-wide fire lane loops the existing parking lot and extends
across the alley into the proposed parking lot. This off-site fire lane
needs to be established either by a replat or separate instrument.
7)
The gate on the fence dividing the two properties shall be no more than
4' wide.
Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Amazon Tours, Site Plan, to allow the construction
of an office building on 2.716 acres of property located at the northeast
corner of S. Denton Tap Road and Bethel Road, at the request of Alliance
Architects, Inc.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal, stating that a 5,800 square foot
office building with an Amazon motif is being proposed for this property. After
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reviewing some concerns, Ms. Diamond stated that staff recommends approval of
this request, subject to conditions that she read into the record.
Charles Reagan, AIA, Alliance Architects, 1600 N. Collins Boulevard, Suite
1000, Richardson, TX 75080, was present to represent these items before the
Commission and answer any questions, stating he is in agreement with the staff
conditions.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed relative to the entrance of this facility from Denton Tap
Road, type of loading doors, the design objective of the building, the use of stone
vs. timber columns, screening of the air conditioning units, etc. Commission
Halsey asked if the neighbors in the Creek View addition had been contacted.
Mr. Reagan stated they've had no discussions with the residents.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve the Amazon Tours, Site
Plan, subject to the following conditions:
1)
No improvements (trees, structures, etc.) will be allowed in the 100-
year floodplain without an approved floodplain permit.
2)
City Council waiver of the screening fence adjacent to the flood
plain, per Section 33.1.8 of the Zoning Ordinance.
3)
Board of Adjustment approval of a variance to Section 34-1-8(B)(3)
of the Landscape Ordinance which states a "single row of parking
shall have landscape islands separating no more than 15 spaces or
less than 5 spaces", allowing for two (2) spaces along the south side
of the building.
4)
Parking stall length being increased to 19 feet, unless additional
landscaping is provided or Board of Adjustment approval is
obtained.
5)
Need to add zoning designation on subject property and zoning on
surrounding properties.
6)
Add the existing curb line at the northeast corner of Bethel Road and
Denton Tap Road.
7)
Sidewalk needs to be 5 feet in width, and needs to be extended to the
noah of the proposed driveway.
8)
The site plan needs to be revised to reflect the correct address to be
650 S. Denton Tap Road.
9)
Need to specify colors and materials of the proposed monument sign
on elevations.
10) Need to specify color of loading door.
11) Need to correct the Landscape Calculations on the Landscape Plan.
12) All air conditioning units shall be screened from public view.
13) Stone pilasters at a minimum of 2' widths to integrate into the building
shall replace the proposed timber pilasters.
14) Submittal of a color board prior to the Council Meeting.
Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Everybody Fits, Site Plan, to allow the (completion)
of construction of an indoor sports/recreation center located on
approximately 4.5 acres of property on North Texas Court, west of N.
Denton Tap Road, at the request of Wainscott and Associates.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit, reviewing the history of the construction of this project, which was never
completed. He went on to state this Site Plan is exactly the same as the one
previously approved in 1998 but since that Site Plan's validity has expired (being
good for only two years), another review is necessary. Mr. Sieb then stated that staff
recommends approval of this Site Plan, with no conditions. He then mentioned that
the new owner may revise this Site Plan in the near future.
Brian Kennedy, 149 Cottonwood Drive, Coppell, TX, owner of the property, and
Mark Wainscott, Wainscott and Associates, 4815 Keller Springs, Addison, TX
75001, were present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions.
Discussion:
There was some discussion relative to a sidewalk coming from the Taco Bell
establishment to this building site.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the Everybody Fits, Site Plan,
with no conditions. Commissioner Clark seconded the motion; motion carried (6-
0) with Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart
voting in favor. None opposed.
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Consider approval of the Northlake 635 Business Park, CoDDell Business
Center III, Lots 1 & 2, Block C, Amended Site Plan, to amend the existing
site plan for a Charles Schwab AMS II facility to revise the parking and
landscaping for an 115,200 square-foot office/warehouse facility on
approximately 7.1 acres of property located at the southwest corner of
Wrangler and Lakeshore Drives, at the request of PageSoutherlandPage, Inc.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits
of the proposal, stating the applicant is amending the Site Plan which was approved
by Council in April; most significantly, adding a 41' high compactor/recycling
center in place of the loading dock area. Since the building is 31' high, this
compactor/recycling center will protrude 10' above the roof line. Ms. Roy stated
that both the height and appearance of this addition causes concern to staff and the
applicant has suggested the addition of four 25' high screening walls - two parallel
and two perpendicular to Crestside Drive to help screen this area. Ms. Roy then
outlined additional amendments to the Site Plan and advised that staff recommends
approval, subject to the conditions which she read into the record.
Brian Gray, Page Southerland Page, 3500 Maple Avenue, Dallas, TX 75219, was
present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions.
Discussion:
Extended discussion followed relative to lowering the compactor/recycling
equipment with the use of a ramp or recessing the level of the site to reduce the
height, structural integrity of the wall, the need for this equipment and whether or
not it can be removed from the building, if necessary, the decibel level of the
cyclone mechanism, etc.
Based on the concerns expressed, Mr. Gray stated that they are currently working
with the manufacturer to reduce the height of the compactor/recycling equipment.
Action:
Commissioner Clark made a motion to approve the Northlake 635 Business Park,
Coppell Business Center III, Lots 1 & 2, Block C, Amended Site Plan, subject to
the following conditions:
1)
Interior office space can not exceed 35% (40,320 sf.) of the building
area.
2)
Special Exception approval by the Board of Adjustment, per Section
34-1-8 (B) (3) of the Landscape Ordinance allowing for rows of
parking with less than 5 spaces.
3)
The applicant shall revise the Landscape Plan to reflect the current
site design. The level of landscaping shall also be revised to reflect
the current amount, which may not decrease below the amount
shown on the plan.
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4)
City Council must approve the proposed living screen in lieu of a 6'-
high masonry wall.
5)
Service yard screening wall shall contain a maximum of 20% non-
masonry materials.
6)
Service yard access gates shall be of a non-masonry material other
than chain link.
7)
Compactor/recycling equipment screen walls shall be a minimum of
25' in height, and the submission of a certification from a Structural
Engineer that these free-standing walls will be structurally sound
without additional structural support system is required.
8) Correct plan to show that 214 spaces are proposed and not 216.
9)
Once recently approved replat for the subject site is recorded, the
applicant shall modify title block to reflect the following: Coppell
Business Center III, Lot 2 and 3, Block C, a replat of part of
Northlake 635 Business Park.
10) All vacuums on the roof shall be soundproofed.
11) The top of the recycling mechanism shall be no higher than the
building roof line and screening wall.
Commissioner Stewart seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Duke-Freeport Addition, Lot 1 of Block A, Lot 2 of
Block B and Lot 3 of Block C, Preliminary Plat, to allow the construction of
Freeport Parkway and the development of office/warehouse facilities on
approximately 144 acres of property along the north side of W. Bethel Road,
south of Ruby Road, and west of Coppell Road, at the request of Pacheco
Koch Consulting Engineers.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit of the proposal, stating the primary reason for this Preliminary Plat is to
plat the extension of Freeport Parkway (roughly 10 acres of property). He stated
that staff recommends approval, reading the conditions into the record.
The applicant was not asked to appear but indicated agreement with the conditions.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the Duke-Freeport Addition, Lot
1 of Block A, Lot 2 of Block B and Lot 3 of Block C, Preliminary Plat, subject to
the following conditions:
1)
All utilities associated with the construction of Freeport Parkway;
i.e., drainage easement which will run west to east through the
property, need to be platted.
2)
Existing right-of-way of Bethel Road needs to be shown. Right-of-
way dedication will be needed to accomplish the 90' right-of-way
needed for Bethel Road.
3)
Existing right-of-way for Ruby Road needs to be shown. Right-of-
way dedication may be needed to achieve the 60' right-of-way
requirement.
4)
TXU easements need to be shown. Please contact Rick Fielding at
(972) 888-1344.
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
12. Consider approval of the Duke-Freeoort Addition, Lot 1 of Block A, Lot 2 of
Block B and Lot 3 of Block C, Final Plat, to allow the construction of
Freeport Parkway and the development of office/warehouse facilities on
approximately 144 acres of property along the north side of W. Bethel Road,
south of Ruby Road, and west of Coppell Road, at the request of Pacheco
Koch Consulting Engineers.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that
when the Planned Development Concept Plan for this development went through
the Commission process, the applicant asked that the PD not be forwarded to
Council because they were still developing their plans. Consequently the
developer understands that the rezoning needs to be considered by Council before
development can occur. Again, the major reason for this Final Plat is to plat the
Freeport Parkway right-of-way. He stated that staff recommends approval of this
plat, reading the conditions into the record.
The applicant was not asked to appear.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
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Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Duke-Freeport Addition, Lot
1 of Block A, Lot 2 of Block B and Lot 3 of Block C, Final Plat, subject to the
following conditions:
1)
All utilities associated with the construction of Freeport Parkway;
i.e., drainage easement which will run west to east through the
property, need to be platted.
2)
Existing right-of-way of Bethel Road needs to be shown. Right-of-
way dedication will be needed to accomplish the 90' right-of-way
needed for Bethel Road.
3)
Existing right-of-way for Ruby Road needs to be shown. Right-of-
way dedication may be needed to achieve the 60' right-of-way
requirement.
4)
TXU easements need to be shown. Please contact Rick Fielding at
(972) 888-1344.
5)
Add to the title block "Freeport Parkway Extension", below "Final
Plat".
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
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General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions on July 25 and August 8,
2000.
a. Ordinance for Case No. ZC-605(CH), zoning change request
for Tract 1 from R to SF-12.
b. Carter Addition, Phase II, Replat of Lots 1 and 2.
c. Coppell Fire Station No. 2, Site Plan amendment.
d. Ordinance for Case No. PD-176R2, McMillan Estates, PD
Amendment.
e. S-1178, Chopsilk Restaurant, zoning change request from C-S-
1056 to C-S.U.P.
f. Town Center Business Park, Site Plan and Replat;
g. ZC-603(CH), zoning change request from LI to HC.
h. Ordinance for Case No. ZC-604(CH) zoning change from MF-
2 to PD-MF-2.
Planning Director Sieb briefed the Commission on the action taken by
Council, stating that regarding ZC-605(CH), Council elected to retain
the Retail zoning classification. Relative to ZC-603(CH), Council
continued this hearing to Tuesday, September 12th.
Director's comments.
Planning Director Sieb reminded the Commission that appointment
interviews will be held Tuesday, August 29th. He added there were 20
applicants, 12 of whom indicating the P&Z Commission as their first
choice.
Chairman McCaffrey complimented Andrea Roy, City Planner, on her first appearance
before the Commission.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:20 p.m.
Rick McCaffrey, Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary
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