BM 2000-09-21 PZ Minutes of September 21, 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, September 21, 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 Greg McGahey
Also present were City Attorney Bob Hager, Assistant City Engineer Mike Martin, Fire
Marshal Travis Crump, Planning Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Marcie
Diamond, City Planner Andrea Roy, and Sr. Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda.
Commissioner Sam Clark 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 August 17, 2000.
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the minutes of August 17, 2000,
as written. Commissioner Nesbit seconded; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-91R-SF-7,
Northlake Woodlands East, Phase II, Lot 2, Block 10, zoning change request
for property zoned PD-91-SF-7 (Planned Development-91, Single Family-7),
to allow for the construction of a second-story addition with less than 80%
masonry located at 723 Swallow Drive, at the request of Richard and
Kimberly Stacey.
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Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits, and stating the applicant tried to find the same
brick as was used in the construction of the original home, but was unable to do
so. She added that when this Planned Development was established, masonry was
not required and explained that this Public Hearing was necessary because the
Chief Building Official determined that current regulations need to be adhered to
on all additions. Of the 26 notices sent to property owners within 200 feet of this
home, Ms. Diamond stated that 5 favorable and 1 opposing replies were received.
She then stated that approval is recommended, with no conditions.
Richard Stacey, 723 Swallow Drive, Coppell, TX, was present to represent this
item before the Commission and answer any questions, stating that he discussed
the addition with his neighbors and heard no opposition.
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
favor:
Anita Wheeler, 718 Swallow, Coppell, TX.
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Chairman McCaffrey stated that according to the Stacey's letter dated July 5, 2000,
attached as Exhibit A, every effort was made to obtain the original brick, adding that
favorable consideration should be given this applicant. Commissioner Kittrell added
that upon her inspection of the property, she saw nothing that would affect the value
of other houses in the area.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve Case No. PD-91R-SF-7,
Northlake Woodlands East, Phase II, Lot 2, Block 10, with no conditions,
commending the applicant on his attempt to abide by the City's ordinances.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-171R-HC, Verizon
Communications (GTE), zoning change request for property zoned PD-171-
HC (Planned Development-171-Highway Commercial), to allow a revision to
the approved signage on approximately 35.6 acres of property located at 750
Canyon Drive, at the request of Verizon Communications.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the request, stating the four existing movement
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control signs are not allowed by Ordinance due to size and content. The Sign
Ordinance limits movement control signs to 3 square feet in area and does not
allow advertising of a company name. Ms. Diamond then stated that staff
recommends approval of changing the attached sign and existing monument sign
to reflect the name change from GTE to Verizon, but recommends denial of 4
movement control signs as presented.
Jay Hancock, Hancock Sign Company, 745 109th Street, Arlington, TX 76011,
was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions, stating that only the red checkmark and letter Z and the white letters on
the signs will be illuminated at night. Addressing the directional signs, Mr.
Hancock stated that more directional signs are needed on the property to better
direct truck traffic to the truck docks and avoid the parking lot. He said the name
identification on these signs is helpful because of the size of the property and the
inability to see the name on the building from Canyon Boulevard.
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
favor:
Norman Eubanks, 700 Hidden Ridge, Irving, TX 75038
Chairman McCaffrey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed as to the difference between internally-illuminated signs and
back-lit signs. Planning Director Sieb addressed this issue. Also discussion
centered on the number of personal and commercial vehicles at this location each
day/week, the fact that the existing directional signs are illegal in size and verbiage,
the possibility of allowing a logo on the directional signs, the fact that eventually
there will be three five- or six-story buildings on this site, etc.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve Case No. PD- 171R-HC, Verizon
Communications (GTE), subject to the following conditions:
1)
Approval of the substitution of the Verizon sign on the building and
the replacement of the GTE letters and logo on the existing monument
sign.
2)
Denial of the movement control signs as submitted. The movement
control signage shall comply with Section 29-3.2 of the Zoning
Ordinance.
Commissioner Stewart seconded the motion. Motion carried (4-2) with
Commissioners McGahey, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor.
Commissioners Nesbit and Kittrell opposed.
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-189, HooDtown,
zoning change request from LI (Light Industrial) to PD-189-LI (Planned
Development-189-Light Industrial), to allow the construction of an indoor
basketball/recreation facility on approximately 17.063 acres of property
located along the north side of Belt Line Road, east of the intersection of Belt
Line and Denton Tap Roads, at the request of Hooptown, LLC.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits of the proposal and a color board, stating ten official-size basketball
courts are proposed. She added that 90% of the facility will house the basketball
courts for league play, volley ball tournaments, camps for cheering, coaches, etc.
The remaining 10% of the building will house training/fitness equipment, aerobic
areas, locker rooms, an indoor jogging track, support staff offices, etc. She
indicated that if a concession stand were added in the future, the applicant is
aware that a Special Use Permit would be required. Of the 25 notices sent to
property owners within 200 feet of this site, only two notices were returned
indicating one undecided opinion and one person in opposition. Ms. Roy
addressed landscaping and tree mitigation concerns. She then related that staff
feels this is a good transitional use for this Light Industrial area and stated that
staff recommends approval, subject to a number of conditions which she read into
the record.
Tom Lyons, 708 South College Street, Suite 209, McKinney, TX 75069, and Cliff
Mycoskie, 202 E. Border, Arlington, TX were present to represent these items
before the Commission and answer any questions, stating agreement with all staff
conditions, except the condition requiring two trees per parking island because
they believe they've exceeded the total caliper-inch requirement by approximately
11 percent. Regarding tree mitigation, Mr. Mycoskie indicated that the applicant
is working with Leisure Services and Planning Departments to change the
property line to incorporate existing trees to the rear of the property. He also
addressed their landscape plans.
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 expressed
neighborhood concerns:
Jim Grover, 253 E. Bethel Road, Coppell, TX
Chairman McCaffrey then closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed regarding the detention pond, the tree mitigation issue,
overall landscaping plans, parking lot area, fence vs. a living screen, type of
operation/facility, the upgrading of Beltline Road and its impact on the
landscaping of this facility, distance between this facility and the Creek View
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subdivision, hours of operation, etc. In reply to the landscaping impact question,
Mr. Sieb stated there should be no damage due to set-back requirements. If
damage occurs, the road contractor is responsible for reparation. Because of the
vastness of the parking area, he also reminded the Commission of the need to
abide by the Ordinance relative to providing two trees in the parking islands.
Action:
Commissioner
zoning change
Kittrell made a motion to approve Case No. PD-189, Hooptown,
request from LI to PD-189-LI, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Provide additional screening toward the rear of the site between the
parking area and the adjacent residences. City Council must approve
the proposed living screen in lieu of a 6'-high masonry wall.
2)
Comply with Section 34-2 of the Zoning Ordinance as referenced in
the attached memo from Brad Reid, dated September 14, 2000.
3)
Provide additional landscaping around the proposed building,
decreasing the spacing between the trees, providing additional trees
with a larger canopy, and providing additional lower growing
plantings.
4)
Provide one tree per landscape island; a landscape island serving a
double row of parking requires two trees.
5) Show proposed monument sign on Landscape Plan.
6)
Show proposed transformer on Landscape Plan and relocate if
possible; at a minimum, screen from view with materials and/or
plantings.
7)
Revise Landscape Legend to show the proposed Texas Ash and
better delineate between the Carolina Buckthorn, Tree Yaupon
Hollies, and Eastern Red Cedars.
8)
Revise Landscape Table (1. Interior Landscape Required) to show
that 48,796 square feet of landscaping is required, and make any
necessary adjustments to the plan.
9)
Remedy inconsistencies between the landscape plan and the site
plan; the proposed dumpster and screen wall is not shown on the
landscape plan and will cause the elimination of a tree.
10)
Dumpster screen wall shall be constructed of brick to match main
building.
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11)
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.
12)
Provide a note on the site plan and floor plan that food service
operation requires a Special Use Permit prior to a certificate of
occupancy for that use.
13)
This use provides one loading area, with approximately three (3)
loading spaces, however in the event that another use occupies this
building then additional loading areas will be required per Section
31-3 of the Zoning Ordinance.
14)
Hours of operation shall be limited to 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. seven days
per week.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the HooDtown, Lots 1 & 2, Block A, Preliminary Plat,
to allow the development of an indoor basketball/recreation facility on
approximately 27 acres of property located along the north side of Belt line
Road, east of the intersection of Belt Line and Denton Tap Roads, at the
request of Hooptown, LLC.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit of the proposal, stating that Lot 1 (17.063 acres) will house the
recreational facility and Lot 2 (10 acres) will remain vacant at this time. She went
on to say that staff recommends approval of this request, subject to one condition,
which she read into the record.
The applicant was not asked to reappear.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the Hooptown, Lots 1 & 2,
Block A, Preliminary Plat, subject to the following condition:
1)
All turning radius on fire lanes shall measure a minimum of 30' on
the inside and 54' on the outside.
Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1180, Winl~s To Go,
zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to TC-S.U.P (Town Center,
Special Use Permit), to allow the operation of a 1,440 square foot restaurant
and private club to be located in Suite 230 of the Town Center Shopping
Center at 106 N. Denton Tap Road, at the request of DSP Holdings, LTD.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits of the proposal, stating of the 15 notices sent to property owners within
200 feet of this zoning change, one reply was received in opposition of the
proposed restaurant. She then reminded the Commission that as a condition of the
initial Site Plan of the overall Town Center Shopping Center, there is a maximum
of 7,500 square feet for restaurant usage, due to certain parking allocations. This
is the last restaurant that will be allowed in this center without a major
amendment. Ms. Roy stated that staff recommends approval of this request,
subject to conditions, which she read into the record.
Don Platek, DSP Holdings, 7925 Chapelwood Drive, North Richland Hills, 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 Nesbit made a motion to approve Case No. S-1180, Wings To Go,
zoning change request from TC to TC-S.U.P., subject to the following conditions:
1)
The development of this property shall be limited to the site plan, floor
plan and signage as attached to and made part of the Ordinance.
2)
The hours of operation being 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through
Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday.
3)
Permit the sale of beer on the premises only as provided by Texas
State Law.
4)
A 750 gal. (minimum) grease trap will be required to be furnished with
finish-out package.
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Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Riverchase Estates, Lot 11,
Block B, ReOlat, to allow the replatting of the 25' front yard building line
along Old York Road to a 15' side yard on the property located at 1313
Stonecrest Drive, at the request of Rodhey N. Jackson.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits; stating of 27 notices sent to property owners within
200 feet of this replat, no replies were received. She went on to state this set-back
change and proposed pool will have no visual affect on the neighborhood,
emphasizing this is the only lot in the subdivision platted with two front-yard
setbacks. Ms. Diamond stated that staff recommends approval of this residential
replat, with no conditions.
Rod Jackson, 1313 Stonecrest Drive, Coppell, TX, owner of the property, 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 then closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Chairman McCaffrey stated that if the fence on the property hadn't been in place
for six years and other corner side yards hadn't already been established, he
would not vote in favor of this replat.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the Riverchase Estates, Lot 11,
Block B, Replat, with no conditions. Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion;
motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey,
Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Northlake Business Center,
Phase I, ReDlat and Site Plan, to allow a parking lot on 1.37 acres of property
located along the west side of North Lake Drive; north of Belt Line Road, at
the request of B&D Construction.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal, stating this unlighted parking lot is to
serve B&D Construction across the street. She then advised that staff recommends
approval of both the Site Plan and Replat, with no conditions.
Frank Canedy, 111 W. Main, Allen, TX 75013, was present to represent this item
before the Commission and answer any questions.
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 then closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to restricting trucks from long-term use and lighting
of the parking lot. Mr. Canedy related that this overflow parking area will be
used from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and it is not felt that lighting is needed.
Commissioner Stewart stated that it might behoove the applicant to install sleeves
to accommodate lighting in the future, if this became necessary. Mr. Canedy will
take this recommendation into consideration.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve the Northlake Business Center,
Phase I, Replat and Site Plan, with no conditions.
Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
11. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Park West Commerce
Center, Site Plan Amendment and ReOlat of Lots 1 & 3, Block 7, to amend
the existing Site Plan to construct two office/warehouse buildings and revise
the parking and landscaping on approximately 14.62 acres of property
located at the northeast corner of Enterprise and Wrangler Drive, at the
request of Pac Trust Pacific Realty Associates, L.D.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits of the proposal, stating the applicant is consolidating Lots l&3 into one
lot, Lot 1R, and plans to construct two buildings instead of the one 115,000
square foot building on Lot 3 as originally proposed in 1998. After discussing the
orientation of these buildings, parking and landscaping plans, etc., she stated that
staff recommends approval of both the Site Plan and Replat, reading the
conditions into the record.
Nick Granlund, 2087 Cameo Drive, Lewisville, TX, was present to represent this
item before the Commission and answer any questions, showing the color board
and stating agreement with all staff comments.
Public Hearing:
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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 Nesbit made a motion to approve the Park West Commerce
Center, Site Plan Amendment and Replat of Lots 1 & 3, Block 7, subject to the
following conditions:
SITE PLAN CONDITIONS:
1) Revise parking calculations on site plan sheet to accurately indicate the
number of proposed spaces for each building.
2)
City Council must approve the proposed living screen in lieu of a 6'-
high masonry wall.
3)
City Council must approve a variance to the Subdivision Ordinance,
allowing the easternmost driveway to be spaced approximately 85'
from an adjacent driveway on a 40-mph street.
4) A monument sign shall not be permitted on-site.
5)
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.
6) Building materials shall be as those submitted on the color board.
REPLAT CONDITION:
1) City Council must approve a variance to the Subdivision Ordinance,
allowing the easternmost driveway to be spaced approximately 85'
from an adjacent driveway on a 40-mph street.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Everybody Fits, Site Plan, to amend the existing
Site Plan to construct an indoor sports/recreation center located on
approximately 3.4 acres of property on North Texas Court, west of N.
Denton Tap Road, at the request of Wainscott and Associates.
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Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, stating the original Site Plan is being modified to accommodate
changes to Landscape Plan, the elevations and the signage. After reviewing these
changes with the Commission, she stated that staff recommends approval of this
plat, reading the conditions into the record.
Mark Wainscott, Wainscott and Associates, 4815 Keller Springs, Addison, TX
75001, and Brian Kennedy, owner, 149 Cottonwood Drive, Coppell, TX 75019,
were present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions. Both gentlemen addressed staff conditions.
Gary Sieb interjected that when this case was originally presented, the Board of
Adjustment approved 116 parking spaces for this facility, adding the fact that the
plan showed the possibility of 45 additional parking spaces on the western property
line; however, he emphasized staffs concern that this project meet the City's
Landscape Ordinance because of the residential development to the west side.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to the type of attached signage, etc.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve the Everybody Fits, Site Plan,
subject to the following conditions:
1)
Attached tenant signage shall be rectangular cast-stone panels with
smaller identical black font as Everybody Fits signage; logo colors, if
used, shall be similar to the green and gold-tone accents on the
building. These panels shall be externally illuminated.
2) The relocation of the proposed monument sign to the main lot.
3)
Any food service operation will require a Special Use Permit prior to a
Certificate of Occupancy being issued.
4)
Additional specifications of the materials and colors proposed for all
facades of the building, including metal roof and metal railings along
the roofline need to be defined on the elevations and the color board.
5)
This use is permitted to have one (1) loading area, however in the
event another use occupies this building, additional loading areas will
be required per Section 31-3 of the Zoning Ordinance.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
A ten-minute recess was observed.
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Consider approval of the Canterbury Court, Preliminary Plat, to allow the
development of single-family homes on approximately 6.373 acres of
property located at the northeast corner of DeForest Road and MacArthur
Boulevard, at the request of Dowdey, Anderson & Associates, Inc.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, reviewing reasons for the previous denial of this project, and
showing exhibits of the proposal. After reviewing the development's revisions
and expressing some staff concerns relative to the trees in the cul-de-sac median;
tree mitigation, assuring tree life of at least two years; the compatibility of wall
materials, etc., she stated that staff recommends approval of this plat, reading a
number of conditions into the record.
Mark Donaldson, Dowdey Anderson & Associates, Inc., 5225 Village Creek Drive,
Suite 200, Plano, TX 75093, was present to represent this item before the
Commission and answer any questions. He addressed staff conditions.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to the tree mitigation issue; the wall design,
suggesting additional detail at the top of the walls to add depth; landscaping at the
ends of each wall to add texture, etc.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the
Preliminary Plat, subject to the following conditions:
Canterbury Court,
1) City Council approval of the alley elimination.
2) City Council approval of the cul-de-sac length of 630 feet.
3) The median and proposed trees in the cul-de-sac being removed.
4)
The Final Plat being titled a "Final Plat of Canterbury Court, being a
re-plat of portions of Tracts 1 and 2 and all of Tract 3 of Creek Bend
Estates and previously unplatted property."
5)
Approval of the Homeowner's association documents by the City
Attorney.
6)
The 261 caliper inches of trees to be removed to allow for the
construction of streets and utilities may be replaced with street trees
and trees on lots 11-15, 1-4 and lot 5 subject to:
· The minimum caliper of the replacement trees shall be 4" at
the time of planting.
· A minimum of 4 trees shall be planted on each of these
lots, except for Lot 5, which shall have a minimum of 2
trees.
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The developer agrees to ensure the maintenance and
replacement, when necessary, of the new trees for a period
of two years from the time of planting.
7)
Trees on individual lots may be mitigated on a lot-by-lot basis
subject to:
· The developer submitting an exhibit indicating the
estimated size, location and minimum elevation for a
proposed slab on each lot where trees are scheduled for
preservation.
· Language being placed on the Final Plat relating to the
required tree reparation due on individual lots shall be
acceptable to staff.
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Enhance the wall treatment with the addition of a cap system on top
to add some depth. Also, include an ending feature/element at the
ends of the wall along DeForest Road and MacArthur Boulevard.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the U-Haul International, Site Plan, to allow the
construction of a three-story mini-storage facility on approximately 2.02
acres of property located along the south side of S.H. 121, approximately 350
feet east of Denton Tap Road, at the request of U-Haul International.
At 9:16 p.m., Chairman McCaffrey convened the Commission into Executive
Session as permitted by Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code,
Consultation with City Attorney.
At 9:53 p.m. the Commission completed its Executive Session and reconvened
into regular session.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits, including a color board, of the proposal. He then stated staff
recommends denial of this Site Plan for a number of reasons.
Arthur J. Anderson, Winstead Sechrest & Minick, P.C., 5400 Renaissance Tower,
1201 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75270, was present to represent this item before the
Commission and answer any questions. He stated this project is protected under the
Light Industrial zoning standards under the State' s Vested Rights Statute, adding the
applicant has requested a postponement to the next meeting to discuss with Jack In
The Box the possibility of improving the fire lane access back to the rear of the site
(between the two properties) in order to have a better flow. He stated that if the
Commission chooses not to postpone the case, then it should approve the Site Plan
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since, in his opinion, there are no violations of the Ordinance that would justify
denial.
City Counsel Bob Hager stated there's been questions about who the applicant is and
who the owner is. He then stated to Mr. Anderson that he understands this
application is for U-Haul International with Denton Tap Development giving
permission for U-Haul to bring their proposal before the Commission. Mr.
Anderson said that he has not seen the application but believes it's from U-Haul or
one of its affiliates. Mr. Hager stated that the contract identifies Five Sac Self
Storage Corporation. Mr. Anderson stated that Five Sac is an affiliate of Americo,
which is the publicly-held corporation that has a subsidiary of U-Haul and several
other affiliates. Mr. Anderson affirmed that U-Haul or one of its affiliates is the
applicant and will be the purchaser of the property. He added that the property is
under contract at this time.
Discussion:
Commissioner McGahey stated he has concerns with the Site Plan.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to deny the U-Haul International, Site
Plan, basing his decision on the following: 1) the over-sized parking spaces
provided at the front of the facility along S.H. 121 do not meet the Ordinance
requirements, 2) the landscaping calculations are not in proper form, 3) the natural
screening of the parking area is not reflected on the Site Plan, 4) it is unclear
which signage is preferred, none of which meets the intent of the C.I.V.I.C.
report, 5) the monument sign set-back is not called out on the Plan, 6) size and
caliper of plant material are not indicated on the Plan, 7) most importantly, the
site does not meet the requirements for the radius of the fire lanes.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor of denial. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Creekview 2, Lot 3, Block B, Site Plan, to allow the
development of an office building on approximately 1.95 acres of property
located along the east side of S. Denton Tap Road; south of Bethel Road, at
the request of Creekview II Partners, L.P.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits, including a color board, of the proposal and stating that only four of the
existing trees will be removed as a result of the development. She stated staff
recommends approval of this Site Plan, reading conditions into the record, adding
that on Condition No. 1, reference to replatting Lots 2 & 3 needs to be changed to
replatting Lot 3, only.
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John Gesek, 105 Sandpoint Court, Coppell, TX 75019, was present to represent this
item before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated agreement with
staff conditions.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed relative to light standards, monument sign materials,
hours of operation, etc. Mr. Gesek stated that office hours would probably be
7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Creekview 2, Lot 3, Block
B, Site Plan, subject to the following conditions:
1)
The applicant shall request replat approval for Lot 3, Creekview II. All
fire lane easements shall be designed to the satisfaction of the Fire
Marshal.
2)
City Council must approve the proposed living screen in lieu of a 6'-
high masonry wall.
3)
Show proposed color of materials on monument sign and light source,
if any.
4)
Provide a note on the site plan that all mechanical units shall be
screened from view.
5)
Provide detailed information on proposed "security lighting", including
manufacturer's specifications, lumens, and height, to ensure that all
lighting is sufficiently shielded from adjacent residential properties.
6)
Eliminate two trees shown to be located within the proposed parking
lot.
7)
If additional retaining walls are required, they shall be designed to
match the proposed pavestone retaining walls.
a)
The parking island creating a situation with less than 5 parking spaces
shall be eliminated.
Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the CoDDell Center for the Arts, Site Plan Amendment,
to provide two additional disabled parking spaces and air conditioning unit
on 1 acre of property located at 157 S. Moore Road; south of Sandy Lake, at
the request of the City of Coppell.
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Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing an
exhibit of the proposal, stating that the number of handicap parking spaces for a
facility needs to be based on total parking both on-site and off-site; hence, two
additional handicap parking spaces need to be provided. Regarding the air
conditioning unit to the rear of the site, staff would prefer to see the unit on the
roof, however, because of structural soundness, it is necessary to place the unit
toward the rear of the building. It will be placed lengthwise against the building
on a concrete pad approximately 9' long and 6' wide. This unit will be shielded
from view by adequate landscaping. Ms. Roy then stated that staff recommends
approval, reading a condition into the record.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve the Coppell Center for the Arts,
Site Plan Amendment, subject to the following condition:
1)
DwarfBurford Hollies shall be installed on the west and south sides of
the cooling unit to adequately screen from view.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners Nesbit, McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions on September 12th.
a. Amazon Tours, Site Plan (was not forwarded to Council at
applicant's request)
b. Coppell Senior Center, Site Plan Amendment
c. PD-186, Duke-Freeport Addition, zoning change request from
LI (Light Industrial) to PD-186-LI (Planned Development-186,
Light Industrial), with a Concept Plan (Approved by the
Commission on April 20th)
d. Duke-Freeport Addition, Lot 1 of Block A, Lot 2 of Block B
and Lot 3 of Block C, Preliminary Plat
e. Duke-Freeport Addition, Lot 1 of Block A, Lot 2 of Block B
and Lot 3 of Block C, Final Plat
f. Everybody Fits, Site Plan
g. PD-188, HO-C
h. S-1179, zoning change request from HO-C to PD-188 HO-C-
S .U.P.
i. JWI Addition, Lot 1, Block 1, Minor Plat
j. Northlake 635 Business Park, Coppell Business Center III,
Lots 1 & 2, Block C, Amended Site Plan
k. S-1155R2 Dickey's Barbecue Pit
1. ZC-603(CH), zoning change request from LI to HC
Planning Director Sieb briefed the Commission on the action taken by
Council, stating that items g, h and i were continued to Council's
October 10th meeting.
Director's comments.
Planning Director Sieb discussed updating the Commission
membership listing. He then mentioned that because Council
Chambers will be undergoing major remodeling, the October and
November Commission meetings will be held in the 2nd floor
Conference Room.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:20 p.m.
Rick McCaffrey, Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary
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