BM 2002-04-18 PZ Minutes of April 18, 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, April 18, 2002, in the Council Chambers of Coppell Town
Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas 75019. The following members were present:
Vice Chairman Drew Halsey
Commissioner Ann Dragon
Commissioner Anna Kittrell
Commissioner Rick McCaffrey
Commissioner Texx Stewart
Commissioner Sam Clark
Also present were Assistant City Engineer Gary Johnson, Graduate Engineer Teresa Turner, Planning
Director Gary Sieb, Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond, City Planner Andrea Roy and Sr.
Administrative Secretary Barbara Jahoda. Chairman Greg McGahey 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.
Vice Chairman Halsey called the meeting to order.
Approval of Minutes dated March 21, 2002.
Commissioner Dragon made a motion to approve the minutes of March 21, 2002, as written.
Commissioner Clark seconded; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners McCaffrey, Clark,
Kittrell, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
4. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-184R~ St. Andrews
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Manor, zoning change request from PD-184 (Planned Development-184) to PD-184R
(Planned Development-184 Revised) to amend the PD to allow for the construction of a
two-story, 1,370 square-foot carriage house on 5.1 acres of property located at 748
DeForest Road, at the request of Holmes Builders.
Presentation:
Assistant Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits
of the proposal, reviewing the original PD request. After discussion concerning the site plan,
floor plan and elevations, she stated that staff recommends approval of this amendment, subject
to four conditions, which she read into the record.
Terry Holmes, The Holmes Builders, 1406 Halsey Way, Suite 100, Carrollton, TX 75007, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions, stating that the
conditions were acceptable to the applicant. He reassured the Commission that the premises
would not be used as a rental-type facility, stating that the need for a bathroom facility remains.
Public Hearing:
Vice Chairman Halsey 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. The
following person spoke on behalf of Stratford Manor and as Treasurer of the Homeowners
Association:
Ken McDonald - 635 Stratford Lane, Coppell, TX 75019 - Distributed a written
statement to the Commission signed by residents, asking for denial of this request,
citing reasons and stating this proposal is unanimously opposed by the residents of
Stratford Manor.
Vice Chairman Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Discussion:
Lengthy discussion followed relative to the compatibility with the height of houses in Stratford
Manor, use of the City's service center property once the facility relocates, the fact that there
seems to be no need for an additional living area facility, clarification of the ordinance regarding
no bath area in an ancillary building, having consistent enforcement of ordinances, the
possibility of moving this carriage house elsewhere on the property, etc. Mr. Holmes defended
the site plan, location, use, etc.
Vice Chairman Halsey reopened the Public Hearing. The following person spoke:
Andrew Spear - 1295 Bradford Drive, Coppell, TX 75019 - Homeowner who is
building the main residence and this accessory building. Advised the Commission that
there is no intent of making this a rental property, stating this building will house his
sizeable tractor and a den/study with full bath, so that he can clean up before going
back to the main house. When asked if he would consider removal of the bath facility,
Mr. Spear stated that he would, if he had to, although this is not his desire. He
defended this building's location.
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Vice Chairman Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
Commissioner Dragon made a motion to approve Case No. PD-184K St. Andrews Manor,
zoning change request from PD-184 to PD-184R, subject to staff conditions, allowing the
bathroom facility. Motion failed for the lack of a second.
Commissioner Dragon made a motion to approve Case. No. PD-184K St. Andrews Manor,
zoning change request from PD-184 to PD-184R, subject to staff conditions, allowing a sink
only. Commissioner Kittrell seconded; motion failed (2-4) with Commissioners Kittrell and
Dragon voting in favor; Commissioners McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart opposed.
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to deny Case. No. PD-184tL St. Andrews Manor,
zoning change request from PD-184 to PD-184R, as submitted. Commissioner McCaffrey
seconded; motion carried (4-2) with Commissioners McCaffrey, Clark, Halsey and Stewart
voting in favor of denial; Commissioners Kittrell and Dragon opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of PD-186R3~ Duke-Freeport, zoning change
request from PD-186R2 (Planned Development-186R2) to PD-186R3 (Planned
Development-186R3) to consider a revised Concept Plan for Building 3 to reduce the
required parking on approximately 13.8 acres of property located along the west side of
Freeport Parkway, north of Bethel Road, at the request of Duke Realty Corporation.
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced this proposal to the Commission,
showing exhibits, reviewing the history of the PD. After discussing the revised concept plan
for Building 3 and the landscape plan, she stated that staff recommends approval of this revised
concept plan and read into the record a note which assures compliance with parking and
landscaping requirements in the future, if the need arises, and provides for an additional curb
cut and median opening.
Jeff Turner, Duke Realty Corporation, 5495 Beltline Road, Suite 360, Dallas, TX 75254, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions.
Discussion:
Some discussion followed relative to the timing of additional parking, if it is required. Mr.
Turner replied that this requirement would have to be satisfied before a Certificate of
Occupancy is issued.
Public Hearing:
Vice Chairman Halsey 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.
Vice Chairman Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
Commissioner Clark made a motion to approve Case No. PD-186R3, Duke-Freeport, zoning
change request from PD-186R2 to PD-186R3, subject to no additional conditions, other than
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what's noted on the concept plan as follows:
"The parking for a warehouse use may be reduced to a maximum ratio of one
space per 5,000-square feet. In the event that the demand for parking increases
due to the occupancy characteristics of the building, additional parking shall be
provided, while meeting the requirements of the Landscape Ordinance in effect at
the time that the Detail Plan is approved".
Commissioner Dragon seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Clark, Kittrell, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
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Consider approval of Case No. PD-186R4, Duke-Freeport, zoning change request from
PD-186R2 (Planned Development-186R2) to PD-186R4 (Planned Development-186R4)
to attach a Detail Site Plan to allow the construction of an approximate 160,000 square-
foot building (Building 4) and to reduce the required parking on approximately 11.8
acres of property located along the west side of Freeport Parkway, north of Bethel Road,
at the request of Duke Realty Corporation.
Presentation:
Assistant Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits,
stating Building 4, measuring approximately 160,000 square feet, will house the UL1NE
Corporation (a shipping supplies company) which has facilities in five other states, plus
Mexico. She stated there is a potential to add approximately 71,000 square feet to this facility
in the future. After discussing the site plan, landscape plan and elevations, Ms. Diamond stated
that staff recommends approval of this Detail Site Plan, subject to five conditions, which she
read into the record.
Jeff Turner, Duke Realty Corporation, 5495 Beltline Road, Suite 360, Dallas, TX 75254,
stated that cities need to be flexible on standards in order to attract good tenants. He showed
pictures of other existing facilities.
Discussion:
Discussion followed with regard to a having a parapet vs. the 1950's/60's mansard roof style,
working with staff regarding adding architectural features/color to break up the long expanses
of walls, etc. Gary Sieb referred to a recent Dallas' Business Journal article, which announced
that UL1NE would be coming to Coppell due to its respect for our strong standards in our
industrial area. He stated that with staff input regarding the addition of color/reveals/offsets,
etc., he hoped this case could go forward to Council for deliberation. Jeff Turner stated his
client is willing to do some extra reveals to break up the wall expanse, restating that the roof
line is an important factor to UL1NE but that they may be willing to consider a modification to
the proposed roofing style.
Public Hearing:
Vice Chairman Halsey 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. The
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following person spoke:
Phil Hunt, UL1NE in Chicago - defended the design of the building.
Vice Chairman Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
Commissioner McCaffrey made a motion to approve Case No. PD-186R4, Duke-Freeport,
zoning change request from PD-186R2 to PD-186R4, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Rectify the inconsistencies in the parking counts on the site plan for the
build-out scenario.
2) Provide a 14-foot tall screening wall adjacent to the truck court.
3)
Verify that the wall along the south property line is a below-grade
retaining wall adjacent to the drainage area.
4)
Revise elevations to be in general accordance with Ordinance No.
91500-A-319.
5) Consider alternative roofing style for the office portion of the building.
Commissioner Stewart seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Clark, Kittrell, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
Note: Condition #2 in the StaffReport was deleted because it duplicates Condition #2 above.
7. PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of the Duke-Freeport Addition~ Lot 5~ Block
A~ a Replat of a portion of Lot 2~ Block A, to allow the construction of an approximate
160,000 square-foot building (Building 4) on approximately 11.8 acres of property
located along the west side of Freeport Parkway, north of Bethel Road, at the request of
Duke Realty Corporation.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission, showing
an exhibit, stating that staff recommends approval of this Replat, subject to three technical
conditions, which she read into the record.
Jeff Turner, Duke Realty Corporation, 5495 Beltline Road, Suite 360, Dallas, TX 75254, was
present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions. He stated
agreement with staff conditions.
Discussion:
No discussion followed.
Public Hearing:
Vice Chairman Halsey 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.
Vice Chairman Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
Commissioner Clark made a motion to approve the Duke-Freeport Addition, Lot 5, Block A, a
Replat of a portion of Lot 2, Block A, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Two 20'x20' utility easements are being shown along Freeport
Parkway. This is inconsistent with the site plan sheets. Make
all necessary corrections.
2)
C22 has been changed to C44 and still is not included in the
curve table. Add curve data to the table.
3) Provide TXU easements.
Commissioner Kittrell seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Clark, Kittrell, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
Vice Chairman Halsey called a 1 O-minute recess.
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-196~ Valley Ranch Baptist
Church, zoning change request from LI (Light Industrial) to PD-196-LI (Planned
Development-196-Light Industrial) to allow an approximate 43,000 square-foot building
addition and the expansion of the parking lot to include 392 additional spaces on
approximately 7.5 acres of property located at 1501 Belt Line Road, east of MacArthur
Blvd., at the request of Brockett, Davis and Drake Consulting Engineers.
Presentation:
City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing exhibits, reviewing
the development of this property. She stated that the applicant has been advised that only
about 22,000-square feet of the 33,000-square feet of future additions shown on the overall
site plan can be constructed without causing a deficiency of open space. After reviewing the
site plan, landscape plan and elevations, Ms. Roy stated that staff recommends approval,
subject to six conditions, which she read into the record.
Jim Riley, Brockette/Davis/Drake Engineers, 4144 North Central Expressway, Suite 1100,
Dallas, TX 75204 and Bryan McMath, HKS, Inc., 1919 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75201,
were present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any questions. Both
gentlemen addressed staff concerns.
Discussion:
Discussion followed relative to the landscaping issues, the height of the building, the
CMU/masonry concerns, etc. Barry Johnson, owner of Blooming Colors Nursery, 946
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Condor, Coppell, TX 75019, spoke with regard to additional landscaping possibilities.
Public Hearing:
Vice Chairman Halsey 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. The
following person spoke:
Buzz Lupton, 747 Pelican Lane, Coppell, TX 75019- Representing the
members of the Valley Ranch Baptist Church, spoke in favor of the
expansion. Presented a statement signed by 80 church members
endorsing the plan drawn up by the architect.
Vice Chairman Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
Commissioner Kittrell made a motion to approve Case No. PD-196, Valley Ranch Baptist
Church, zoning change request from LI to PD-196-LI, subject to the following revised
conditions:
1)
Indicate the requested Planned Development variances on the Site Plan
sheet.
2) Correct all inconsistencies on the Site Plan sheet.
3)
Comply with Section 34-8 (Landscape Regulations) of the Zoning
Ordinance, specifically addressing 34-8 (C), 34-8 (C.3), and 34-8 (B.3).
4)
Correct all inconsistencies on the Landscape Plan, including the
number of plants required and provided, the areas dedicated to
landscaping, and all landscaping calculations. Additionally, provide
groupings of shrubs along the eastern and southern perimeter,
including ornamental trees along the southern perimeter.
5)
Appropriately label all materials on the architectural elevations to
be consistent with the submitted color board.
Commissioner Clark seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Clark, Kittrell, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of Case No. PD-196~ Valley Ranch Baptist
Church, zoning change request from LI (Light Industrial) to PD-196-LI (Planned
Development-196-Light Industrial) to allow an approximate 43,000 square-foot building
addition and the expansion of the parking lot to include 392 additional spaces on
approximately 7.5 acres of property located at 1501 Belt Line Road, east of MacArthur
Blvd., at the request of Brockett, Davis and Drake Consulting Engineers.
Presentation:
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City Planner Andrea Roy introduced the item to the Commission, showing an exhibit and
stating that staff recommends approval, subject to one condition, which she read into the
record.
Jim Riley, Brockette/Davis/Drake Engineers, 4144 North Central Expressway, Suite 1100,
Dallas, TX 75204, was present to represent this case before the Commission and answer any
questions, stating agreement with staff's condition and Engineering comments.
Discussion:
There was no discussion.
Public Hearing:
Vice Chairman Halsey 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.
Vice Chairman Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to approve the Valley Ranch Baptist Church Addition,
Lot 1, Block A, Replat, subject to the following conditions:
1)
Revise all fire lane dimensions to be consistent with that shown on the PD-196
Valley Ranch Baptist Church Site Plan.
2)
Compliance with Engineering conditions as follows:
a. Fully dimension and tie down all easements, including
existing easements.
b. Resolve any inconsistencies between the 24' and 25' fire lane
widths.
c. Obtain easements from the Irving Flood Control District for the
outfall of the 24" and 27" RCP's. Easements should be shown on
the plat with reference to Volume and Page numbers.
d. Show and label the City limit line along the south side of this property.
Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners
McCaffrey, Clark, Kittrell, Halsey, Dragon and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of text amendments to Chapter 12, Zoning, of
the Code of Ordinances to amend Section 12-42-1 Definitions, providing for a definition
of mini-warehouse (convenience storage), Section 12-31-6.20 revising parking for mini-
warehouse (convenience storage), Section 12-30-12 requiring SUP for mini-warehouse
use in the Light Industrial District, and deleting subsection 34 of Section 12-31-6, to
clarify the parking requirements for general warehouse use.
Planning Director Gary Sieb advised the Commission that the City Attorney recommended this
case be taken under advisement to the May 16th Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
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Public Hearing:
Vice Chairman Halsey 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.
Action:
Commissioner Stewart made a motion to continue the Public Hearing of the text amendments
to Chapter 12, Zoning, of the Code of Ordinances to amend Section 12-42-1 Definitions, to
the Planning Commission meeting on May 16, 2002. Commissioner Clark seconded the
motion; motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners McCaffrey, Clark, Kittrell, Halsey, Dragon
and Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider approval of text amendments to Chapter 12, Zoning, of
the Code of Ordinances amending Section 12-30-16, to revise requirements for
restaurants occupying a lease space/building where there is an existing SUP, and
amending Section 12-20-1, deleting Subsection 7, restaurants in office buildings as a
permitted use in the O (Office) district.
Presentation:
Assistant Planning Director Marcie Diamond introduced the item to the Commission,
an exhibit and stating that staff recommends approval, as amended.
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Discussion:
There was some discussion.
Public Hearing:
Vice Chairman Halsey 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.
Vice Chairman Halsey closed the Public Hearing.
Action:
Commissioner Dragon made a motion to approve the text amendments to Chapter 12, Zoning,
of the Code of Ordinances amending Section 12-30-16, to revise requirements for
restaurants occupying a lease space/building where there is an existing SUP, and amending
Section 12-20-1, deleting Subsection 7, restaurants in office buildings as a permitted use in the
O (Office) district, as recommended by staff Commissioner McCaffrey seconded the motion;
motion carried (6-0) with Commissioners McCaffrey, Clark, Kittrell, Halsey, Dragon and
Stewart voting in favor. None opposed.
General discussion concerning planning and zoning issues.
A. Update on Council planning agenda actions on April 9, 2002:
a. Case No. PD-195, Callahan Medical/Office Addition, zoning change from
C to PD-195-O.
b. Callahan Addition, Lot 1 Block 1, Minor Plat.
c. Four Seasons Addition, Lot 1, Site Plan, to allow Stone Panels, Inc., to
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add an equipment enclosure, screened outdoor storage and signage.
Acceptance of the Old Coppell Master Plan.
Ordinance to provide for a minimum number of stacking/queuing spaces at
drive-through facilities and adding a prohibition for stacking/queuing in
designated fire lanes or '~:~"~'~ ~r:,~ ~
Ordinance for Case No. S-1197, Donut Place, zoning change from PD-
133-HC-R2 to PD-133-HC-R2-S.U.P-1197.
Ordinance re text change amendments to 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 off-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.
Planning Director Gary Sieb advised the Commission of Council's actions
on the above-listed agenda items, mentioning that City Council was very
supportive to the Old Coppell Master Plan.
Director's comments:
There were none.
With nothing further to discuss, the meeting adjourned at approximately 9:10 p.m.
Drew Halsey, Vice Chairman
ATTEST:
Barbara H. Jahoda, Sr. Administrative Secretary
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