Burch Lot 4-CS 960119 MEMORANDUM ~
To: Greg Jones, Chief Building Official
From: Michael A. Martin, E.I.T., Asst. City Engineer /~/~
RE: Burch Addition Lot 4, Block A (Dr. Stich)
Landscape and Irrigation Installation
Date: January 19, 1996
The Engineering Department is anticipating the start of construction of a 12" sanitary sewer line
in the very near future. This sewer line will begin on the west side of Denton Tap Road, north
of Grapevine Creek and head north across the front of Dr. Stich's office. At the northeast
comer, the sewer line will turn west across the north property line of Dr. Stich's property to the
northwest comer of the property where it will turn north and continue behind Lots 1,2, & 3,
Block A of the Butch Addition.
We are requesting that you delay the requirement of the installation of irrigation and landscaping
for Dr. Stich's office until after the installation of the sanitary sewer line. Attached is a copy
of the approved agenda item for the Butch Addition, Lot 4, Block A Final Plat. Included with
the agenda item is a copy of Engineering comments requesting the delay of the installation until
such time as the sewer line has been installed without delaying the approval of a CO.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
~ AGENDA REQUEST FORM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING= June X3, 1995 ITEM # ! 4
ITEM C~PTION:
Consideration and approval of The Butch Addition, Lot 4, Block "A",
Final Plat, to allow development of an orthodontics clinic on property
SUBMITTED BY: Gary ~. Sieb DATE
TITLE: Director of Planning & Community Services INITIALS~~'
STAFF CO~E~S ~
Date of P&Z Meeting: May 18, 1995
Decision of Co, lesion: Approved (4-2) with Co~issioners Lo~y,
~eeler, Redford, and Reyher voting in favor. Co~issioners Thompson
and Stewart opposed. A vacancy exists at the present time.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approval ~ Denial
EXPLANATION:
Please see attached for conditions.
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FINANCIAL COMMENTS:
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AGENDA REQUEST NARRATIVE
BURCH ADDITION, LOT 4, BLOCK "A" (ORTHODONTICS CLINIC)
Conditions for approval:
1. Provision of an easement for overhead electric utilities, as
described previously, and subject to City Council approval of a
variance of the requirements of Appendix C Section of the
Subdivision Ordinance, and
2. revision of the site plan and landscape plan to show sewer
easement on the north side of the lot as a 20~-wide easement, on-
site utility locations, fire hydrant easement and 15'-wide
utility easement as recommended by the Engineering Department.
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE: BURCH ADDITION, LOT 4, BLOCK A,
(ORTHODONTICS CLINIC) FINAL PLAT
P & Z I-IEARING DATE: May 18, 1995
C.C. HEARING DATE: June 13, 1995
LOCATION: West side of Denton Tap, approx. 535 feet south of Bethel 'School Rd.
SI7Jq OF AREA: 1.251 acres
CURRENT
ZONING: C (Commercial)
REQUEST: Approval of a final plat
APPLICANT: Frank J. Stich III, DDS, MSD Michael Dowdey
(Owner) Dowdey, Anderson & Associates, Inc.
580 S. Denton Tap Rd., g220 (Engineer)
Coppell, TX 75019 16250 Dallas Parkway, #100
(214) 462-7892 Dallas, TX 75248
(214) 931-0694
HISTORY: The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat
for Butch Addition on July 21, 1994, with 8 conditions. On
August 9, 1994, the City Council approved the preliminary plat
with 4 conditions: 1) execution of a property owner's agreement
to maintain landscaping, 2) provision of a utility layout, 3)
construction of left-mm lane and driveway across common access
easement prior to a Certificate of Occupancy on either Lot 1, 3 or
4, 4) establishment of a development line on the west side of the
utility easement for the proposed sewer line.
TRANSPORTATION: Denton Tap Road is a P6D, six-lane divided thoroughfare built to
standard in a 100 foot r.o.w.
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SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North- commercial; C
South- vacant; C
East - commercial; C
West - single-family; SF-12
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The 1987 Plan showed retail.
DISCUSSION:
The use of a light blond to rust "layered" flagstone or sandstone on the proposed building and
monument sign is compatible with certain other features in the vicinity, such as the entrance
monument at Creek View, the planter around the sign at Denton Tap Office Pla_m, and the
planters and retaining walls at the offices on each side of Meadowcreek Drive.
The Subdivision Ordinance provides that, where conditions do not warrant underground utilities,
the use of overhead wiring may be considered if the services are on the rear property line.
Texas Utilities needs to serve the property from overhead lines located on the east side of
Denton Tap Road. They have agreed to place a pole 100 feet west of the front property line,
extend an overhead line across Denton Tap Road to that pole, and thereby eliminate the need
for any additional poles along the road.
At the time of preliminary plat approval, Wes Burch agreed to provide a 20'-wide hike-and-bike
trail easement. On Lots 2 and 3 it adjoins the west side of a 20'-wide sanitary sewer easement
which parallels the creek. Dr. Stich does not want the trail to parallel the creek on his property.
He proposes that it follow his north property line to the street and parallel the street southward
from that point.
The siting of the proposed building has taken into careful consideration the location of numerous
trees worthy of preservation. To locate the trail alongside the creek, without changing the
proposed building location, requires that a 48'-long section of the trail cross the flood plain via
a foot bridge. The placement of the trail between the building and the creek does not interfere
with the view of the creek from the building. Placement of the building between the trail and
the creek denies the public a view of the creek.
RF. J2OMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the Final Plat with the following three conditions:
1. Provision of an easement for overhead electric utilities, as described previously, and
subject to City Council approval of a variance of the requirements of Appendix C Section
5 of the Subdivision Ordinance.
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2. Placement of the 20'-wide hike-and-bike trail easement alongside the flood plain, with
an approximately 50'-long segment partially within the flood plain.
3. Revision of the site plan and landscape plan to show sewer easement on the north side
of the lot as a 20'-wide easement, on-site utility locations, fire hydrant easement and 15'-
wide utility easement as recommended by the Engineering Department.
ALTERNATIVES: 1) Approve the final plat
2) Disapprove the final plat
3) Modify the final plat
ATrACHMI=~NTS: 1) Final Plat
2) Site Plan
3) Landscape Plan
4) Irrigation Plan
5) A letter from the applicant
6) Engineering Comments
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTE _
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ENGINEERING COMMENTS
ITEM: The Bureh Addition, Lot 4, Block A, Final Plat, to allow 'dc, v-el~p-~
an orthodontics clinic on property located at the west side of Denton Tap
Road, approximately $$$ feet south of Bethel School Road, at the
request of Dowdey, Anderson and Associates.
DRC DATE: April 27, 1995 and May 4, 1995
CONTACT: gen Grifjrm, P.E., Assistant City Manager/City Engineer 004-$679)
COMMENT STATUS: ~ PP.~LI.~,'.!Na.~.YI ~ FINAL
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Site Plan & Landscape Plan Comments:
1. On the landscape plans, the sewer easement on the north side of the lot should be correctly
shown as 20 feet.
2. Show on-site utility locations.
3. Show easement for fire hydrant.
4. On site plan, show 15' utility easement (comment made in the 5/4/95 landscape plan
review letter).
Developer Information Comment:
1. It appears as though the location of the irrigation system and the landscaping is going to
be in conflict with the sanitary sewer to be constructed late this year. There needs to be
some discussion between the applicant and the City as to the possibility of delaying the
installation of the irrigation and landscaping until such time as the sewer line has been
installed without delaying the approval of a CO, if in fact the facility is constructed prior
tO the installation of the sanitary sewer line.
Frank l.. Stich III, DDS, MSD
0 ~::~I6~T~ ~ /~ Orthodontics · TMJ · Dentofacial Ortho~dics
Plain, and Zo~. Co~ssion
Councflmembers of~e City of Coppe~
225 Par~ay Blvd. ·
Coppell, Tx 75019
To a~ those concerned:
It is with great pleasure that I embark on this building undertaking for which I have submitted my
final plat. I have truly enjoyed the opportunity to contribute to the business community here in
Coppell and I plan to remain here in the city for many years to come. The image of commitment,
the presentation of excellence, and the distinction of differentiation are the goals that I have
sought in the land purchased and the design of the facility that I propose. I envision a facility of
uniqueness and comfort that contributes to the experience received by my patients and the image
of Coppell as a first class community.
I chose the lot concerned due to the native trees existing, the opportunity for a creek view, the
buffer on the north and south sides provided by the creek and the trees, and the location on a
primary thoroughfare. In the attempt to preserve the natural elements afforded by the native trees
and landscape, I have hired a consulting arborist, Harold Spiegel (991-8448), to assist with the
planning, construction and post construction phases of my project. The Engineering Department
of the City of Coppell has been especially helpful and accomodating with the relocation of the
sanitary sewer line which you see on the plat.
While choosing the design of my building, I wanted a style that would diffentiate this professional
building from the other service and retail facilities proposed for the Burch Addition. I also desired
a comfortable, home feel for the patients and their families, as well as an architectural style that
blends with the native landscape and the Southwest. With these thoughts in mind I chose a Texas
Hill Country Architectural Style characterized by the quarried natural sandstone, a low pitch metal
roof, long overhangs and an abudance of windows. This same stone will be carded through the
monument sign, the retaining walls and the landscaping.
I hope I have been able to reveal to you the vision of excellence I have for this facility, and the
contribution that I know it will make for the image of Coppell. I look forward to your comments,
suggestions, and our future meetings. If I can answer any questions for you personally, please do
not hesitate to call.
Respectfully Submitted,
Frank J. Stich IH, DDS
~ Arne~an ~ d Orthodontists
580 S. Denton Tap Rd. Suite 220 Coppell, Texas 75019
(214) 462-7892 ~
13. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and approval of The Fairways at Riverchase, Replat of Lo.fa
30-58. Block "A", to change the location of the 100-year FEIMA Floodplain on
Lots 30 through 58, Block "A" located along the north side of Kingsmill Court
and Berkshire Lane.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Heating and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Again, there were none. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to close the public
hearing the approve The Fairways at Riverchase, Replat of Lots 30-58, Block "A", to change
the location of the 100-year FEMA Floodplain on Lots 30 through 58, Block "A" located along
the north side of Kingsmill Court an Berkshire Lane. Councilmember Tunnell seconded the
motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Coun¢ilmembers Alexander,
Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
14. Consideration and approval of The Burch Addition. Lot 4. Block "A". Final
Plat, to allow development of an orthodontics clinic on property located at the
west side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 535 feet south of Bethel School
Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Michael Can' made a presentation to the Council concerning bike Wails. Mayor Pro Tem
Robertson moved to approve The Butch Addition, Lot 4, Block 'A', Final Plat, to allow
development of an orthodontics clinic on property located at the west side of Denton Tap Road,
approximately 535 feet south of Bethel School Road with the hike and bike trail to be relocated
to the front of the property with the following conditions: 1) provision of an easement for
overhead electric utilities, as described previously, and subject to City Council approval of a
variance of the requirements of Appendix C Section of the Subdivision Ordinance; and 2)
revision of the site plan and landscape plan to show sewer easement on the north side of the lot
as a 20'-wide easement, on-site utility locations, fire hydrant easement and 15'-wide utility
easement as recommended by the Engineering Department. Councilmember Mayo seconded the
motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander,
Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
15. Discussion and consideration of Mayoral appointments to City Council
standing committees and liaison responsibilities.
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve the Mayoral appointments to City Council standing
committees and liaison responsibilities. Councilmember Watson seconded the motion; the
motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges,
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