BM 2000-11-16 PZ Minutes of November 16, 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, November 16, 2000, in the 2nd
floor Conference Room of Coppell Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell,
Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Chairman Rick McCaffrey
Vice Chair Texx Stewart
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Drew Halsey
Commissioner Greg McGahey
Commissioner Sam Clark
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 Jon Nesbit was absent.
PRE-SESSION (ODen to the Public)
1. Briefing on the Agenda.
Staff briefed the Commission on the cases.
REGULAR SESSION (ODen to the Public)
2. Call to Order.
Chairman McCaffrey called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated October 19, 2000.
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the minutes of October 19, 2000,
as written. Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0)
with Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart
voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-189R, HooDtown,
zoning change request from PD-189 (Planned Development-189) to PD-189R
(Planned Development-189R) to allow the enlargement of the lot area for the
construction of an indoor basketball/recreation facility on approximately
17.761 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, stating that because extensive tree mitigation substantially impacted the
development cost of the Hooptown project, the property lines between Lots l&2
were being revised to create a flag lot for Lot 1 to incorporate trees that were
previously located off-site. She then offered that typically, staff would not
support a non-traditional shaped lot for the purpose of avoiding tree mitigation
costs, but in this instance, staff feels this reconfiguration provides a perpetual
buffer between any future development on Lot 2, as well as additional buffer
between Lot 1 and the Creek View residential development to the north. Ms. Roy
then stated that staff recommends approval, subject to the one condition which
she read into the record.
Tom Lyons, 938 Hillscreek Drive, McKinney, TX, was present to represent this
item before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated agreement with
the staff condition.
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 Case No. PD-189R, Hooptown,
zoning change request from PD-189 to PD-189R, subject to the following condition:
1) Revise inconsistencies among lot areas shown on plan sheets.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in
favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the HooDtown, Lots 1 & 2, Block A, Preliminary Plat,
to allow the enlargement of the lot area for the development of an indoor
basketball/recreation facility on approximately 27.063 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 an
exhibit of the request, stating that staff recommends approval, with one condition,
which she read into the record.
The applicant was not asked to reappear.
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Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the Hooptown, Lots 1 & 2,
Block A, Preliminary Plat, subject to the following condition:
1)
Provide franchise utilities signature block for TXU Electric & Gas,
Paragon Cable, and Verizon/GTE.
Commissioner Stewart seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, 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, east of Denton Tap
Road, at the request of U-Haul International.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits, stating that although the zoning classification for this property recently
changed from LI (Light Industrial) to HC (High Commercial), the applicant
insisted staff review the new Site Plan as though this were an allowed use. He
added that the Staff Report reflects this request and staff continues to feel that
denial is appropriate.
Jeff Evans, U-Haul International, 2727 N. Central, Phoenix, AZ 85004, was
present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions,
addressing staff comments. Jim Schnurr, 5400 Renaissance Tower, Dallas, TX
75270, attorney for U-Haul, also addressed the Commission.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed relative to truck signage, planter islands, design of
building, etc.
Executive Session:
Convene Executive Session
A. Section 551.071(2), Texas Government Code - Consultation with City
Attorney.
As authorized by Section 551.071(2) of the Texas Government Code, Chairman
McCaffrey convened into closed Executive Session for the purpose of seeking
confidential legal advice from the City Attorney. At 7:18 p.m. the Commission
reconvened into its open meeting.
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Discussion:
Mr. Schnurr stated that October 18th was the deadline to submit their Site Plan
request. He stated that U-Haul submitted this application prior to the zoning
being changed on the property and under Chapter 255 of the TX Local
Government Code, they have vested rights in being looked at under LI (Light
Industrial) provisions. Mr. Evans restated his position that U-Haul is very excited
about being located on this property.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to deny the U-Haul International, Site Plan.
Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor of denial. None opposed.
For the record, Mr. Schnurr asked for specific reasons for denial. City Attorney
Hager stated that this is not a requirement, adding that the Commission asked
questions of the applicant, responses were heard, and based on that, as well as
staff comments and concerns, this is the basis of denial.
Public Hearinl~: Consider approval of Case No. PD-108RS, CoDDell Service
Center, zoning change request from PD-108 (Planned Development-108) to
PD-108-R5 (Planned Development-108-RS) to allow the development of a
municipal service center on approximately 7.504 acres of property located
300 feet east of Coppell Road, south of Bethel Road.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the Detail Site Plan and reviewing the history of
this property, adding this property will probably be included in the Historic
District. She stated that less than 10% of the site will be devoted to outside
storage, which will be protected by an eight-foot high chain-link fence, with
landscaping. After advising the Commission that 122 notices were mailed to
property owners within 200 feet of this site, Ms. Diamond stated that no written
opposition was received, although one phone call came from a resident who was
unhappy with the City's choice of location for this facility. She then stated that
staff recommends approval of the Site Plan, subject to conditions, which she read
into the record.
Ted Armstrong, Vidaud & Associates, Inc., 13649 Montfort Drive, #200, Dallas,
TX 75240, was present to represent these items before the Commission and
answer any questions, stating he was in agreement with all staff comments. Ken
Crosby, Vidaud & Associates, Inc., was also present to answer questions.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to the undeveloped area north and east of the
property and the orientation of the open-storage area of the Service Center,
planting of more mature trees to shield the line of sight of this area, aesthetics
with regard to the Historic area, the proposed building materials, additional
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landscaping, off-setting the trees to create a denser screen adjacent to the open
storage areas, etc.
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.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve Case No. PD-108R5, Coppell
Service Center, zoning change request from PD-108 to PD-108-R5, subject to the
following conditions:
1)
The site plan, landscape plan, floor plans and elevations shall be
attached to and made a part of the PD Ordinance.
2)
City Council approval of a living screen in lieu of a masonry wall
adjacent to outside storage areas.
3)
The construction of the building shall be in accordance with the
materials specified on the submitted color boards.
4)
Asphalt paving shall be permitted, except for the fire lanes, which
shall be concrete.
5)
The number of Austrian Pines being planted 20 feet on center verses
10 feet, reducing the total number of Austrian Pine trees from 91 to
45.
6)
Coordinate through the Planning Department, additional landscaping at
the Service Center.
Commissioner McGahey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the CoDDell Service Center, Lot 1, Block 1, Minor Plat, to
allow the development of a municipal service center on approximately 7.504
acres of property located 300 feet east of Coppell Road, south of Bethel Road.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, stating that staff recommends approval of the Plat, subject to one
condition, which she read into the record.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
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Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the Coppell Service Center,
Lot 1, Block 1, Minor Plat, subject to the following condition:
1)
Easements for TXU Electric and Gas facilities will be required on the
Plat.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Everybody Fits, Reolat and
Site Plan Amendment for Lot 2R, Block A of Denton TaD DeveloOment, to
amend and expand the existing Site Plan to allow for additional parking for
an indoor sports/recreation center on approximately 3.799 acres of property
located on North Texas Court, west of N. Denton Tap Road.
Presentation:
Assistant Director of Planning Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal and briefing the Commission as to
the history of this property and the reasoning behind this Site Plan amendment and
Replat request to increase the amount of parking provided for this use. After
discussing some minor concerns, she indicated that staff recommends approval of
both the Replat and Site Plan Amendment, subject to conditions, which she read into
the record.
Brian Kennedy, 149 Cottonwood Drive, Coppell, TX, was present to represent these
items before the Commission and answer any questions, stating 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
favor of the proposal, alerting the applicant that there may be an underground
water problem in the area where the new parking is proposed:
Margaret Kressmann, 13 1 Clover Meadow Lane, Coppell, TX
Chairman McCaffrey then closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed relative to the verbiage on the monument sign, etc.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the Everybody Fits, Replat
and Site Plan Amendment for Lot 2R, Block A of Denton Tap Development,
subject to the following conditions:
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SITE AND LANDSCAPE PLAN CONDITIONS:
1) Board of Adjustment granting a variance to allow for an off-site sign.
2) The tree survey being reviewed by the Leisure Services Department.
3) Revisions to the Tree Preservation Plan to reflect #2 above.
4)
Rectify the differences in the number of trees on the "Plant List"
and the table "Landscape Tabulations", and the calculation
perimeter landscaping.
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5) Show the width of the one-way driveways into the new parking lot.
6)
The verbiage on the monument sign shall be limited to the
name of the establishment, only.
REPLAT CONDITIONS:
1) Revise franchise utilities signature block to reflect TXU Electric and
Gas as one signature line.
2)
Denote on the plat that the proposed median will be owned and
maintained by the property owner.
3)
The volume and page of the existing 20' water easement must be
labeled on the plat.
4) TXU easements may be needed on the plat.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Dry Clean City, Lot 1, Block A, Minor Plat and Site
Plan, to allow the development of a shopping center on approximately 0.842
of an acre of property located along the west side of Denton Tap Road, north
of Town Center Drive.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the
Commission, showing exhibits of the proposal, stating that plans are to have a 3,000
square foot dry cleaning facility with a pick-up window, and, potentially, a 1,000
square foot donut shop or restaurant-type use, adding that the applicant is aware that
a Special Use Permit is needed if this type facility were to occur. After discussing
this application, Ms. Diamond stated that staff recommends approval, subject to
conditions, which she read into the record.
Mark Wainscott, Wainscott and Associates, 4815 Keller Springs, Addison, TX
75001, was present to represent these items before the Commission and answer any
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questions, stating agreement with staff conditions. With regard to the design and
construction material of the proposed 6-foot high wall along the north and west
property lines, he stated it will match the existing Sonic fence, which is acceptable to
the Huntington Ridge Homeowners Association.
Although not a Public Hearing, Chairman McCaffrey acknowledged the following
person, who wanted to speak:
Margaret Kressmann - 13 1 Clover Meadow Lane, Coppell, TX.
On behalf of the Huntington Ridge HOA, Mrs. Kressmann asked
that the proposed wall be extended east to the edge of the 15'
easement along Denton Tap Road so that it will meet the HOA wall,
which will be built in the near future. She added that the HOA is in
support of this proposed use.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Dry Clean City, Lot 1,
Block A, Minor Plat and Site Plan, subject to the following conditions:
SITE PLAN CONDITIONS:
1) Any restaurant use will require a SUP prior to the issuance of a
building permit for that use.
2)
Modification of the Landscape Plan tabulations to assure the required
amount of landscaping is provided in each category.
3) Rectify the differences in the Landscape Tabulations and the
landscaping provided on the site plan.
4)
Ivory lettering and bronze raceway shall be used on the attached
signage. The monument sign shall be cast stone with black lettering.
5) Width of the sidewalk being reduced from 6 to 5 feet.
6)
The proposed 6-foot high wall along the north and west property lines
shall be constructed to meet the front 15' easement. The design and
construction material shall match the existing Sonic Drive-In screening
wall (red brick with white cap).
MINOR PLAT CONDITIONS:
1) Obtain a mutual access easement from abutting property owner to
allow for the shared driveway.
2) Provide easement(s) as required by TXU Electric and Gas.
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Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
Consider aOOroval of the Carrick Addition, Lots 1 & 2, Block A, Minor Plat,
to allow the subdivision of approximately 0.70 of an acre of property into two
lots allowing for the development of a single-family home on Lot 2 located at
the northwest corner of Lodge and Sandy Lake Roads, at the request of Rory
N. Carrick.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits of the proposal, stating that as a result of this new development, the
applicant is required to construct a sidewalk along Lodge Road. She then
discussed some concerns, adding that staff recommends approval of this proposal,
reading conditions into the record.
Rory Carrick, 456 E. Sandy Lake Road, Coppell, TX 75019, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions, stating
agreement with staff conditions, adding he's hopeful to be able to retain most of
the existing wrought-iron fence, if not all of it, by possibly retrofitting the
retaining wall without physically removing the fence.
Discussion:
Discussion followed regarding the existing legal non-conforming wrought-iron
fence, how the retaining wall might be constructed, etc.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the Carrick Addition, Lots 1 &
2, Block A, Minor Plat, subject to the following conditions:
1) Revise title block on plat to read "Minor Plat."
2)
A sidewalk shall be constructed along the west side of Lodge Road as
required by the City Engineer. If the sidewalk can not be constructed
within the existing 7' parkway, a sidewalk/utility easement will be
required to facilitate construction.
3)
If a retaining wall must be constructed as a result of development, it
must be constructed on private property and shall not encroach into the
public right-of-way and/or sidewalk/utility easement.
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
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Consider approval of the Havertv's, Site Plan Amendment for Lot 1R, Block
2 of Gateway Business Park, to allow a 154,000 square foot addition to the
existing Haverty's facility located on approximately 26.45 acres of property
west of Exchange Circle, north of Gateway Boulevard, at the request of Halff
& Associates.
Presentation:
City Planner, Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits of the proposal, stating that with this proposed addition, the Haverty's
facility would measure approximately 500,000 square feet. After reviewing both
the Site Plan and Landscape Plan, she stated that staff recommends approval,
subject to conditions, which she read into the record.
Rick Rackison, MacGregor Associates Architects, 2675 Paces Ferry Road, NW,
Suite 210, Atlanta, GA 30339, was present to represent these items before the
Commission and answer any questions, stating agreement with staff conditions.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed relative to the existing parking situation, varying the
placement of the proposed hedge along the northern elevation, etc.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the Haverty's, Site Plan
Amendment for Lot 1R, Block 2 of Gateway Business Park, subject to the
following conditions:
1)
The applicant shall install a living screen along the eastern half of the
north property line adjacent to the building expansion.
2)
City Council approval of a waiver to the perimeter landscape
requirements for the western half of the north property line adjacent to
passenger vehicle parking area.
3)
Revise table on parking/building area table shown on cover sheet to
reflect that 302 parking spaces will be provided (Phase 2) and not 235
as shown.
4)
Label fire lanes throughout plan, as currently indicated, the exact path
of the fire lanes can not be confirmed.
5) Remove note on cover sheet-"No Variance Required."
6)
Revise Existing Landscape (A) Calculation to reflect the correct
number of existing parking spaces (as indicated on the parking table,
318 parking spaces are existing) and adjust remainder landscape
calculations as necessary.
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Revise Existing Landscape (A) Calculation to reflect the correct
number of new parking spaces (according to staff calculations, 302
parking spaces will be provided) and adjust remainder landscape
calculations as necessary.
8)
Remove wording "per previous D.R.C. submittal" from the note on
Landscape Plans (at north property line).
9)
Work with Staff to create a natural screening barrier at the rear of the
building.
Commissioner Halsey seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with
Commissioners McGahey, Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting
in favor. None opposed.
CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the
proposed text change to amend Section 33-1.6 of the Coppell Zoning
Ordinance, Screening Standards, to include the screening of ground level
and roof-mounted mechanical equipment.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, stating additional
verbiage was added to include satellite dishes. Robert Hager, City Attorney, 614
Clifton Court, Coppell, TX, also spoke, suggesting various changes.
Public Hearimp:
Since this was a continuation of the Public Hearing and no one was present to
speak in support or opposition of the text amendments, Chairman McCaffrey
closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner McGahey made a motion to approve the proposed text change to
amend Section 33-1.6 of the Coppell Zoning Ordinance, Screening Standards,
with revisions suggested by City Attorney Hager. Commissioner Stewart
seconded the motion. Motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners McGahey,
Kittrell, McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions on November 14th.
a. Proposed text change to amend a portion of Section 34-1-8 (C) of the
Coppell Zoning Ordinance, Landscape Regulations, to clarify the
intent of the perimeter landscaping requirements.
Proposed text change to amend a portion of Section 34-2-7 (B) of the
Coppell Zoning Ordinance, Landscape Regulations, to add the
Mesquite Tree, less than ten (10) caliper inches, as an unprotected tree.
Proposed text change to amend portions of Section 45 of the Coppell
Zoning Ordinance, Application and Filing Fees; to amend Section 45-1
to remove specific fee amounts; to add Section 45-2 to establish the
filing date for applications for zone changes, plat, and site plan
approval, and to add Section 45-3 to prohibit the filing of permit
applications during the pendency of zoning applications.
Proposed text change to amend Section 22-1.9 of the Coppell Zoning
Ordinance, HC (Highway Commercial district), to eliminate
restaurants, caf~s, and cafeterias, including drive-ins as permitted uses
within such district, except by Special Use Permit.
Proposed text change to amend a portion of Section 34-1-8 (B)3 of the
Coppell Zoning Ordinance, Landscape Regulations, to eliminate the
minimum number of vehicular parking spaces per row.
Coppell Commerce Center, Phase 1, Replat and Site Plan, to replat
approximately 19.386 acres of property and allow for the
development of office and warehouse buildings on a 9.62 acre
portion located along the north side of Burns Street, between
Freeport Parkway and Hammond Street.
Creekview 2, Lot 3, Block B, Replat, 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.
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.
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.
JWI 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.
S-1181, CC's Coffee House, zoning change request from C
(Commercial) to C-S.U.P (Commercial, Special Use Permit), to allow
the operation of a 1,920 square foot coffee shop to be located in Suite
401 of the Coppell Crossing IV Shopping Center at 777 S. MacArthur
Boulevard.
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Sherrill Acres, Lot 1, Block 1, Site Plan Amendment, to allow the
construction of a veterinary office on approximately .776 acre of
property located along the south side of Belt Line Road, east of
MacArthur Boulevard.
Ordinance for Case No. PD- 171R-HC, Verizon Communications
(GTE), zoning change request for property zoned PD-171-HC, to
allow a revision to the approved signage on approximately 35.6 acres
of property located at 750 Canyon Drive.
Ordinance for Case No. S-1180, Wings To Go, zoning change
request from TC) to TC-S.U.P, 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.
Planning Director Sieb apprised the Commission of Council' s action on the
above-mentioned cases.
B. Director's comments.
Planning Director Sieb updated the Commission as to the progress of the
Chamber renovations. He reminded the Commissioners that missing three
regular meetings during the fiscal year (October through September), or
one-quarter of the meetings, results in dismissal from the Commission.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:55 p.m.
Rick McCaffrey, Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary