BM 2001-05-17 PZ Minutes of May 17, 2001
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Coppell met in pre-session at 6:00 p.m.,
and in regular session at 6:30 p.m., on Thursday, May 17, 2001, in the City Council Chambers at
Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas. The following members were present:
Vice-Chairman Texx Stewart
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Drew Halsey
Commissioner Sam Clark
Commissioner Jon Nesbit
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 Interim Planning Secretary Darlene Austin. Absent were
Commissioners McCaffrey and McGahey.
PRE-SESSION: (Open to the Public)
1. Briefing on the Agenda.
The staff briefed the Commission on the cases.
REGULAR SESSION: (Open to the Public)
2. Call to Order.
Vice-Chairman Stewart called the meeting to order.
3. Approval of Minutes dated April 19, 2001.
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve the minutes of April 19, 2001, as
written. Commissioner Nesbit seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0) with
Commissioners Stewart, Nesbit, Kittrell, Clark and Halsey voting in favor. None
opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of PD-190~ Trinity Shores, zoning change
request from R (Retail) to PD-SF-9 (Planned Development-Single Family-9) to allow
the development of 19 single-family homes on approximately 7.31 acres of property
located along the south side of Sandy Lake Road, west of the Trinity River, at the
request of Hobart Development, Inc.
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Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond made a presentation to the Commission
addressing the appropriateness of the residential zoning, the requested variances to the
length of the cul-de-sac, and the deletion of the alley requirement. She then stated that
staff recommends approval, subject to conditions, which she read into the record.
Matthew Marchant, Hobart Development, 2125 N. Josey Lane Suite 100, Carrollton, TX
75006, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions.
Public Hearing
Vice-Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition to come forward. The following people appeared:
Frannie Graham, owner of the Bait & Tackle Shop, spoke as being undecided.
Patsy Cato-Martin, with Henry S. Martin (now Caldwell Banker), spoke against
the proposal.
Vice-Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion addressed the revision of the F.E.M.A. flood plain maps and release of this
property from the flood plain; condition of swing-entry garages, and a buffer between the
development and the adjacent property to the east to consist of uniform fencing to be
erected by the developer.
Action:
Commissioner Halsey made a motion to approve PD-190, Trinity Shores, zoning change
request from R to SF-9, subject to the following conditions:
1)
The Final Plat shall not be filed prior to the release of the updated F.E.M.A.
maps, indicating that this property has been removed from the flood plain.
2)
The 100-year floodplain line should be based on the current F.E.M.A map,
published April 15, 1994.
3)
Resolve the inconsistency between the lot area of Lot 19 on the Zoning
Exhibit and the Preliminary Plat.
4)
Improvements within the drainage, sanitary sewer or l O0-year floodplain
easements, other than perimeter fencing, are strictly prohibited. A note to
this effect shall be placed on the zoning exhibit.
5) Delete note on Lot 11, which reads "ROW to City".
6) Submission of an elevation of the proposed brick wall.
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7)
Provide two additional Red Bud trees on the east common area, to mirror
the landscaping proposed on the west common area.
8) Approval of the Homeowners Association documents by the City Attorney.
9)
All homes built in the Trinity Shores Addition shall be constructed with
swing-entry garages.
10)
A minimum 6-foot high fence of uniform material shall be constructed along
the rear property line of Lots 14-19X, continuing along the northernmost
property line of Lot 13 and installed prior to construction of the first home
within the development.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Stewart, Nesbit, Kittrell, Clark and Halsey voting in favor of the motion. None opposed.
Consider approval of Trinity Shores~ Preliminary Plat~ to allow the platting of 19
single-family lots on approximately 7.31 acres of property located along the south
side of Sandy Lake Road, west of the Trinity River, at the request of Hobart
Development, Inc.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond made a presentation to the Commission
indicating that staff recommends approval of this Preliminary Plat, subject to conditions,
which she read into the record.
Matthew Marchant, Hobart Development, 2125 N. Josey Lane Suite 100, Carrollton, TX
75006, was present to represent this item before the Commission and answer any
questions.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Trinity Shores, Preliminary Plat,
subject to the following conditions:
1)
The Final Plat shall not be filed prior to the release of the updated F.E.M.A.
maps, indicating that this property has been removed from the flood plain.
2)
The 100-year floodplain line should be based on the current F.E.M.A map,
published April 15, 1994.
3)
Improvements within the drainage, sanitary sewer or l O0-year floodplain
easements, other than perimeter fencing, are strictly prohibited. A note to
this effect shall be placed on the Plat.
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4)
Removal of the signature blocks for the Planning and Zoning Commission
Chairman and the Mayor.
5)
Resolve the inconsistency between the lot area of Lot 19 on the Zoning
Exhibit and Preliminary Plat.
6) Approval of the Homeowners Association documents by the City Attorney.
7) Submission of an elevation of the proposed brick wall.
8) All Planned Development conditions shall be reflected on the Final Plat.
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Stewart, Nesbit, Kittrell, Clark and Halsey voting in favor of the motion. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1186~ Potter Concrete,
zoning change request from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-SUP (Industrial, Special Use
Permit), to allow for the operation of a concrete batch plant, for a period not to
exceed one year, on approximately 1.16 acres of property located approximately 900
feet west of the intersection of Creekview & Royal, on the west side of Creekview
Drive, at the request of Potter Concrete.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy made a presentation to the Commission, stating that this batch
plant would be operational for one year and will serve four sites in the area. She then
stated that staff recommends approval of this Special Use Permit, subject to conditions,
which she read into the record.
Mr. Lynn Wesley, Vice President of Potter Concrete, 4820 Bretton, Dallas, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions
Public Hearing
Vice-Chairman Stewart opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted to
speak either in favor or opposition to come forward. No one spoke appeared.
Vice-Chairman Stewart closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed in response to Commissioner Kittrell's inquiry regarding the
removal of existing trees due to the activities surrounding the batch plant. Mr. Wesley
stated that he was aware of the situation and indicated that some trees had inadvertently
been removed. He further explained that the trees would be replaced/mitigated to the
satisfaction of the Fellowship Church, the property owner.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve Case No. S-1186, Potter Concrete,
zoning change request from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-SUP (Industrial, Special Use
Permit), subject the following conditions:
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The applicant shall be permitted to remain operational on the subject site for
a period not to exceed one year, while maintaining the required permits
through the Texas Natural Resources Conservation Commission.
The applicant shall provide a copy of all TNRCC permits to the City.
3)
Once operations of the concrete batch plant cease, the applicant shall restore
the subject site to its original condition
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Stewart, Nesbit, Kittrell, Clark and Halsey voting in favor of the motion. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Northpoint Addition~ Lot 1~ Block 1~ Final Plat, to allow
the construction of two office/warehouse buildings totaling approximately 137,000
square feet on 9.081 acres of property located at the southeast corner of Northpoint
Drive and S.H. 121, at the request of the Jackson-Shaw Company.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy made a presentation to the Commission indicating that the
Preliminary Plat was recently approved and the only outstanding issue is the potential for
an additional right-of-way needed at the corner of S.H. 121 and Northpoint for TXDOT.
She then stated that staff recommends approval, with no conditions.
Christopher Gardner, 4890 Alpha Road, Dallas, of Halff Associates, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve the Northpoint Addition, Lot 1, Block 1,
Final Plat, with no conditions. Commissioner Clark seconded the motion. Motion carried
(5-0) with Commissioners Stewart, Nesbit, Kittrell, Clark and Halsey voting in favor of
the motion. None opposed.
Consider approval of the Coppell Middle School West~ Site Plan and Final Plat~ to
allow the construction of a service center with bus/maintenance vehicle parking,
several building additions, reconstruction of the concession building, and re-paving
of the asphalt parking lot on approximately 51.7 acres of property located
approximately 250 feet west of the intersection of Wrangler and Crestside Drives
(1301 Wrangler Drive), at the request of Glenn Engineering.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy made a presentation to the Commission indicating that this Site
Plan reflects all existing and proposed improvements to the site and allows for the filing
of the Final Plat. She then stated that staff recommends approval of both the Site Plan
and Final Plat, subject to conditions, which she read into the record.
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Robert Howman, Glenn Engineering, 100 Decker Ct. Ste. 250, Irving TX, was present to
represent this item before the Commission and answer any questions
Discussion:
Discussion followed regarding the architecture of the proposed Service Center, at which
time the applicant indicated that the Service Center has been designed to appear
consistent with surrounding office/warehouse uses. Commissioners also questioned the
re-paving of the front parking lot along Wrangler Drive and questioned why there were
two notes on the plan, indicating that either asphalt or concrete paving will be installed.
The applicant indicated that the material of the parking lot could not be determined at this
time, and that construction bids for the project would request quotes for both the asphalt
and concrete, at which time the School District will determine which material is feasible.
Action:
Commissioner Nesbit made a motion to approve both the Coppell Middle School West,
Site Plan and Final Plat, subject to the following conditions:
FINAL PLAT CONDITIONS:
1) Include the lot, block and acreage of the site within the title block of the
plat.
2)
Eliminate the notation within the title block of the plat - "Match 1995
Revised".
3)
All turning radii on fire lanes shall measure a minimum of 30' on the
inside and 54' on the outside.
4)
Revise overlapping labels for the 15' utility easement and the 24' fire
lane located toward the middle of the site.
5)
The applicant shall schedule a meeting with the City regarding existing
and proposed water lines, prior to City Council review.
SITE PLAN CONDITIONS:
1) All gates across fire lanes to be equipped with Opticom system with
Knox override.
2)
Provide looped fire line. Provide fire hydrants a minimum of every 300
feet as measured along the fire lane.
3)
Show the proposed fire lane in its entirety along the south side of the
proposed Service Center on all plan sheets.
4)
Indicate, on the plan, that two parking spaces will be eliminated as a
result of the new drive along the east property line connecting to the
existing drive.
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5)
Indicate that the Service Center building is "proposed" or "new" and
label on all plan sheets.
6)
Review parking space dimensions and confirm the size as being 9' x 18'
or 9' x 19'. All parking notations refer to 9' x 18' parking spaces;
however, all spaces are required to measure 19' in length, unless
additional space is provided for vehicle overhang.
7)
Provide notation on Parking Tabulations on Sheet C 2.6 to indicate that
bus and maintenance vehicle parking lot is not part of this calculation.
8)
Revise layout of Sheet C 2.8 to show all required parking and provided
parking in the same location.
9)
More clearly indicate the area that is included in the Landscape
Calculations. The Landscape Plan references a 7.71-acre area, but the
plan does not show these boundaries.
10)
Provide City Staff with one set of scaled building elevations on standard
24" x 36" plan sheets, clearly indicating all building heights, all roofing
materials, the precise location of area "E" and "G" as noted on the
elevations, and revise elevations to correctly indicate the west, east,
north, and south elevations.
11) Revise location map to correctly show Wrangler Drive.
12) TXU will require easements for existing and proposed facilities.
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion. Motion carried (5-0) with Commissioners
Stewart, Nesbit, Kittrell, Clark and Halsey voting in favor of the motion. None opposed.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues
A. Update on Council planning agenda items on May 8, 2001.
a. U-Haul International, Site Plan
b. CaseNo. S-1182R, CC's CoffeeHouse
c. Case No. S-1185, Sergio's Market, Inc./Mangia! Market & Bakery
d. Case No. S-1137R, First United Methodist Church
e. First United Methodist Church, Section Two, Replat
f. Gateway Business Park No. 3, Lot 1, Block A, Revised Site Plan and
Final Plat
B. Director's comments:
There was no discussion.
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
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Texx Stewart, Vice-Chairman
ATTEST:
Darlene Austin, Interim Planning Secretary
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