BM 2002-03-21 PZ Minutes of March 21, 2002
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, March 21, 2002, in the Council Chambers of Coppell Town
Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Chairman Greg McGahey
Vice Chairman Drew Halsey
Commissioner Ann Dragon
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Rick McCaffrey
Commissioner Texx Stewart
Also present were Assistant City Engineer Gary Johnson, 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
REGULAR SESSION
(Open to the Public)
Briefing on the Agenda.
Staffbriefed the Commission on the cases.
(Open to the Public)
2. Call to Order.
Chairman McGahey called the meeting to order.
Approval of Minutes dated February 21, 2002.
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve the minutes of February 21, 2002, as
written. Vice Chairman Halsey seconded; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
4. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. S-1198~ Assured Self
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Storage, zoning change request from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-SUP-1198 (Light
Industrial-Special Use Permit-Il98), to allow the construction of an approximately
64,200 square-foot mini-warehouse facility with on-premise residential use (caretakers
quarters) on 4.83 acres of property located along the south side of Belt Line Road,
approximately 4,100 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, at the request of Steve Sullivan,
Sullivan Architecture.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits and color
board of the proposal, reviewing the Site Plan and elevations, indicating staff concerns with the
proposal's compatibility with the surrounding existing and future land uses, landscaping issues
and numerous technical issues. Ms. Roy then stated that staff recommends denial of this
Special Use Permit, reading reasons for such action into the record.
Steve Sullivan, Sullivan Architecture, 4436 Ballinger Drive, Plano, TX 75093, was present to
represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions. He addressed staff
concerns and requested this case be tabled to a future date for reconsideration so that revisions
can be made. Relative to the existing surrounding floodplain area, Mr. Sullivan stated that
according to the attorney for the Irving Flood Control District, at most, only two acres may be
reclaimed from the flood zone. Mr. Sieb replied that it remains to be the City's understanding
that approximately 80-90 acres of the surrounding property could possibly be reclaimed.
Public Hearing:
Chairman McGahey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted to speak either
in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come forward. No one spoke.
Chairman McGahey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to a manager's residence on site, reclaiming floodplain acreage,
the fact that this use is not harmonious with surrounding zoning, the difference between tabling
the item and denial of it, etc.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to deny Case No. S-1198, Assured Self-Storage,
zoning change request from LI to LI-SUP-1198, subject to the following reasons:
The project's nonconformance with the requirements outlined in the
Zoning Ordinance for special use permit approval.
The proposed use is not supported by the Coppell Comprehensive Master
Plan.
The project's location along a Primary Image Zone and proximity to the
easterly gateway into the City.
The project and plan's outstanding issues and concerns regarding the
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functionality and efficiency of the site, creating potentially noncompliant
circumstances.
Vice Chairman Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (4-2) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Kittrell, Halsey and Stewart voting in favor of denial. Commissioners McGahey
and Dragon opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of PD-195~ Callahan Medical/Office Addition,
zoning change request from C (Commercial) to PD-195-O (Planned Development-195-
Office), to allow the construction of an approximately 19,400 square-foot medical/office
building on 1.948 acres of property located at 884 S. Denton Tap Road, north of Belt
Line Road, at the request of Gary Gene Olp, GGOArchitects.
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced this two-phase development to the
Commission, showing exhibits, discussing the mutual access easement to serve this property,
the adjoining property to the south and the Riverside Church of Christ to the east. She went on
to discuss the landscape plan, elevations, placement and height of the light posts, signage,
supports and railing color. After suggesting an alternate location for the mutual access
easement to serve the church, Ms. Diamond stated that staff recommends approval of the
Planned Development, subject to seven conditions, which she read into the record.
Gary Olp, GGO Architects, 718 N. Buckner, Suite 316, Dallas, TX 75218, was present to
represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating agreement with
six of staff conditions and addressing concerns relative to the off-site mutual access easement
to the church.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed relative to the location of the mutual access easement to the church,
location and design of the outside stairwell, location of the utility boxes, etc.
Public Hearing:
Chairman McGahey opened the Public Hearing, asking for people who wanted to speak either
in favor or opposition or wanted to comment on this request to come forward. Those speaking
were:
Dale Veenker, 126 Cross Timbers Trail, Coppell, TX 75019 - Owner of the property,
who addressed the easement issue.
Jack Connor, 505 Briarglen, Coppell, TX 75019 - Representing Riverside Church of
Christ, who stated that the future easement needs to be generally aligned with one of
the two median cuts offDenton Tap Road.
Chairman McGahey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve Case No. PD-195, Callahan Medical/Office
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Addition, zoning change request from C to PD-195-O, subject to the following conditions after
amending Condition #1:
1)
The notation "30 foot access easement, vol. 92138, page 2020" be removed
from the site plan.
2)
The southern half of the shared driveway along the property line of the Callahan
tract be defined by metes and bounds and dedicated by separate instrument as a
fire lane and access easement.
3)
Indicate on the Site Plan the parking spaces that will be constructed with Phase 1
and, in the future, with Phase 2 development.
4)
Revise notes on the site plan and landscape plan to reflect the height of the
light poles as indicated on the elevations (26'-6").
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Relocate the light poles on the site plan and the landscape plan, on the rear
parking lot to allow for the required trees at the end of the parking islands.
6)
Indicate that the raceway for the attached sign will match the color of the
material on which it is mounted.
7) Revise the elevations to specify the greystone color for the railings and supports.
Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
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Consider approval of the Callahan Addition, Lot 1 Block 1, Minor Plat, to allow the
construction of an approximately 19,400 square-foot medical/office building on 1.948
acres of property located at 884 S. Denton Tap Road, north of Belt Line Road, at the
request of Walter Nelson and Associates.
Presentation:
Assistant Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, stating that staff
recommends approval of this Minor Plat, subject to a revised Condition #1 relating to the
elimination of the mutual access easement notation and Condition #2, which she read into the
record.
Walter Nelson, 1812 Carla Avenue, Arlington, TX, was present to represent this case before
the Commission and answer any questions, stating agreement with staff's revised conditions.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve the Callahan Addition, Lot 1 Block 1, Minor
Plat, subject to the following conditions:
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1)
The notation "30 foot access easement, vol.92138, page 2020" be removed from
the plat so that this access easement for the church may be relocated to more
closely align with the median opening on Denton Tap Road when the abutting
property develops.
2)
The southern half of the shared driveway along the southern property line of
the Callahan tract be defined by metes and bounds and dedicated by separate
instrument as a fire lane and access easement.
Commissioner Stewart seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
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Consider approval of an amendment to the Four Seasons Addition~ Lot 1~ Site Plan, to
allow Stone Panels, Inc., to add an equipment enclosure, screened outdoor storage and
signage on 8.724 acres of property located at 100 S. Royal Lane, at the request of Lisa
Leslie, O'Brien and Associates, Inc.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing
exhibits, including a color board, of the proposal. She stated that this company is a worldwide
distributor of limestone, granite and marble panels for commercial buildings. After discussing
the outside storage/mechanical equipment area, the 8' green granite wall along two property
lines, elevations, and added architectural features to the building, she stated that staff
recommends approval of this Site Plan amendment, subject to one condition, which she read
into the record.
Lisa Leslie, O'Brien & Associates, 5310 Harvest Hill Road, Ste. 136, Dallas, TX 75230, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, showing a
sample of the proposed granite and a photo showing how the granite relates to the green band
on the existing building. After some discussion, Mr. Peter Miles, President of Stone Panels,
Inc., 1725 Sandy Lake Road, Carrollton, TX 75067, explained the proposed architectural
feature at the entrance of the building, agreeing to encompass the next two windows along the
west elevation, which faces Royal Lane, as discussed.
Discussion:
No further discussion followed.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve the amendment to the Four Seasons
Addition, Lot 1, Site Plan, subject to the following condition:
1)
Along the west elevation, the new stone panel granite wall system be extended
approximately 24 feet.
Vice Chairman Halsey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
Chairman McGahey called a 1 O-minute recess.
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Old Coppell Master Plan, presented by
Phil Walker, Looney Ricks Kiss Architects, Inc., Nashville, TN.
Presentation:
Planning Director Gary Sieb introduced the item to the Commission, stating that Phil Walker of
Looney Ricks Kiss Architects, Inc., Nashville, TN, would make the presentation.
Phil Walker, Looney Ricks Kiss Architects, Inc., 209 l0th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203,
was present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions. He
introduced other members of the Old Coppell Master Plan team: John Van Fossen, architect
and urban designer from LRK's Memphis office; Angie Rawie, a developer/consultant from
Roanoke and Ron Emrich, preservation and downtown consultant with Urban Prospects. Mr.
Walker thanked everyone who's been involved with this project, including the stakeholders
who were invited to participate in this effort. Mr. Walker proceeded with a PowerPoint
presentation, discussing the overall concept plan and the optimal ground-floor Land Use Plan.
John Van Fossen touched upon design issues (street/parking), housing, street furniture, the
three gateways into this special area, public spaces (greenway spaces) and roads throughout
the area, the village green area (gathering areas), etc.
Ron Emerich discussed the necessity to emphasize "Old Town Coppell", discussed the City's
history, the unique preservation and rehabilitation opportunities, possible creation of a National
Register of Historic Places for Federal investment tax credits (20%), the preserving and
enhancement of Grapevine Springs Park, adapting the reuse of existing structures, etc.
Angie Rawie covered the strategic redevelopment initiatives, creating this area as a unique area
to work, live and play, and discussed five key development initiatives: a farmers market, the
historic Kirkland House (a dynamic community gathering place), new Senior/ Community
Center, Sr. Center adaptive use (family dining restaurant) and an Old Coppell Inn (bed &
breakfast/shops/eating facility). She then suggested creating a business development agency
for Old Coppell to help with marketing, promotion, funding, incentives (housing incentives),
fiscal implications (revenues/costs/surplus), etc.
Phil Walker concluded by urging the need to create special zoning and codes, etc., for this
historic area.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to how signage would be addressed, the road design and parking
areas throughout Old Coppell, creating round-abouts at gateways to slow traffic through the
area, the need for careful planning of proper zoning in order to follow the plan
without being too restrictive, general budget concerns, etc.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve the Old Coppell Master Plan.
Commissioner Dragon seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
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McCaffrey, Kittrell, McGahey, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
Planning Director Sieb stated that approval of this Master Plan is a positive first step for the City.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues.
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions on March 19, 2002:
a. S-1197, Donut Place, zoning change from PD-133-HC-R2 to PD-133-HC-
R2-S.U.P-1197.
b. Gateway Business Park, Lot 2, Block A, Site Plan, to allow the addition of
a generator with a screening wall enclosure and landscaping.
c. Wynnpage Plaza South, Building 2, Site Plan.
d. Wynnpage Plaza, Lot 2, Block A, Minor Plat.
e. Text change amendments to Chapter 12, Zoning, of the Code of
Ordinances to amend Section 29, Sign Regulations, of the Zoning
Ordinance, including: Sections 12-29-1 & 12-29-3, to clarify the ordinance
as it relates to the prohibition of roof and canopy signs; Sections 12-29-
4.3(A) & (B), and 12-29-5.3(A) to provide a clarification of the provisions
for the placement and size of attached signs; Section 12-29-7.5 to allow
temporary oft-premise signs for religious institutions; 12-29-2.3(A),
requiring a permit for the changing of a message on an existing sign; 12-
29-4.2(B) to revise the number of monument signs permitted for large
industrial projects; and amending Section 12-29-7.4, revising the timing of
the placement of temporary construction signs.
f. Ordinance regarding a text change amendment to Chapter 12, Zoning, of
the Code of Ordinances to amend Section 12-31-6.28 to revise parking
requirements and add stacking/queuing provisions for restaurants.
g. Ordinance regarding text change amendments to Chapter 12, Zoning, of
the Code of Ordinances as follows: Sections 12-20-5, 12-21-5, 12-22-5,
12-23-5, 12-24-8, Type of exterior construction, to add subsections 1
through 5, and to add subsections 1 & 2 to Sections 12-25-5 and 12-26-5
to incorporate provisions as adopted in the C.I.V.I.C. Report; to amend
Section 12-29-4.3(A) to add subsection i, to provide additional provisions
for attached signage, and to amend Section 12-29-3.3(N) Prohibited Signs,
revising subsection (N) to delete reference to attached signs.
h. Ordinance regarding text change amendments to Chapter 12, Zoning, of
the Code of Ordinances to correct clerical errors within the following
sections: 12-17-1.3; 12-18-4; 12-22-7; 12-23-1.7; 12-26-1.2; 12-27-2.2;
12-30-14; 12-34-4; 12-34-5; 12-34-8(C)2.c; 12-30-15; 12-36-3 and 12-
39-3 (U).
Planning Director Gary Sieb advised the Commission of Council's actions on the
above-listed agenda items. Regarding item "f' above, Mr. Sieb stated that the
ordinance regarding a revision to the parking requirement for restaurants did not pass;
however, Council instructed staff to bring back an Ordinance pertaining to stacking,
queuing for action.
Director's comments:
There were none.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 9 p.m.
Greg McGahey, Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary