PD105-AG 910212February 12, 1991
ITEM CAPTION: PUBLIC HEARING: To consider an amendment to zoning designation PO-105,
conmnonly referred to as Lot 20, Block A, at 741Woodmoor 0rive, to allow the construction
of a 1 1/2 story house with roof line not to exceed 31 feet above grade.
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Date of Planning & Zoning Conmnission Meeting: January 17, 1991
Decision of Planning & Zoning Co~mnission: Approved (5-2) (Coamnissioners Mayo and Gross
opposed), with the following conditions:'
that there be an 8' high screening fence along the alley; ~ j~~~/
no rear windows above the first floor;
no major excavation of the lot; and
. a maximum roof ridge line of 31' above grade · /
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CASE ~: PD-105 (AMENDMENT)
P & Z HEARING DATE: January 17, 1991
C. C. HEARING DATE: February 12, 1991
LOCATION: 741Woodmoor Drive; Lot 20, Block A, Meadows Addition,
Section 6.
SIZE OF AREA: Approximately 9400 square feet.
REQUEST: Applicant is requesting to be allowed to construct a 1 1/2
story structure. This development is limited by a note on
the face of the subdivision plat to one story structures
only.
APPLICANT: Robert G. Delsanter
Greystone Custom Homes
16610 Dallas Parkway, Suite 2000
Dallas, Texas 75248
(214) 931-1756
HISTORY: There has been no recent zoning history on the parcel in
question, nor in the immediate subdivision (commonly
referred to as "The Woods"). PD-105 was granted for
residential uses some years ago.
TR~SPORTATION:
Woodmoor Drive is a local, residential street contained
within a 50 foot right-of-way. Samuel Boulevard is a
two-lane undivided, built to standard thoroughfare with
60-65 feet of right-of-way.
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North - residential; PD SF-9
South - residential; SF-9
East - residential; PD SF-9
West - residential; PD SF-9
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
The Comprehensive Plan indicates single-family detached
residential land use is appropriate here.
ANALYSIS: At first blush, this seems like a rather strai§ht-forward,
non-controversial issue. On closer observation, however,
history of the grantin§ of the original PD-105 reflects
that the height of buildings on 3 lots generated a
substantial amount of neighborhood concern. When the
original PD was granted, a note was place on the face of
the development plan limiting height of buildings on lots
18, 19 and 20. Those lots were restricted to one story
residences. It is staff understanding that this point was
discussed, in part, due to concerns of property owners who
live south of the common alley (runs parallel to Woodmoor)
and separates The Woods development from existing one story
homes° The possible invasion of privacy due to two story
structures looking into the backyards of the existing one
story houses on Lansdowne Circle was cited as a reason for
neighborhood concern. At any rate, a very specific note
was placed on the PD development plat which read:
"Lots 18, 19 and 20, Block A, are limited to one (1) story
and a 6' high fence along the alley unless the grade
difference between the rear foundation elevations of the
said lots and existing lots 15, 16 and 17, Block A is
reduced to two feet above top of curb for its respective
lot."
Because of this note, it was determined that a public
hearing would be necessary to alter that wording, hence the
request before you this evening.
From a technical and aesthetic perspective, staff has no
objection to the proposed revision for lot 20. However,
because of the history of this zoning case, the fact that
the existing households along Lansdowne requested the
specific height limitation, and the PD was in place with
this condition before the applicant purchased this lot, we
would reserve making a recommendation until the public
hearing. If no objection surfaces on January 17, staff
would recommend approval of the PD amendment; if strong,
rational resistance is present, we would recommend leaving
the height condition as ori§inally stated.
ALTERNATIVES: 1) Approve the zoning change request 2) Deny the zoning change request
3) Modify the zoning change request
ATTACHMENTS: 1) portion of subdivision plat and section of properties
2) house elevations
3) specific lot plot plan
PD105STF
provision of an 8' high screenin§ fence along the alley,
no rear windows above the first floor,
no major excavation of the lot, and
a maximum roof ridge line of 31' above §rade
Councilman Weaver moved to appoint Councilman Tom Morton as a representative to attend
bi-monthly meetings of the Dallas County Solid Waste Coordinating Council. Councilman
Thomas seconded the motion. The motion carded 6-0, with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and
Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 14 Discussion and consideration of supporting and participating in the proposed
IH35E Corridor Task Force.
City Manager Alan D. Ratliff made the presentation to Council. Councilman Robertson moved
to support verbally the IH35E Corridor Task Force and encourage them to proceed with the
improvements. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon seconded the motion. The motion carded 6-0,
with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Cowman, Robertson and
Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 15 Discussion and consideration of establishing a recommendation for establishing
boundaries of air quality nonattainment area.
City Manager Alan D. Ratliff made the presentation. He referred to a letter from the Council
of Governments asking for review and comment regarding Boundaries of Air Quality
Nonattainment Area. Following discussion of this item, Councilman Robertson moved to
approve Option 1 - Entire CMSA (9-county-area) under common Marginal classification as
presented for the nonattainment area. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon seconded the motion. The
motion carded 6-0, with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas,
Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 16 Discussion and consideration of approving the employment of a facilitator for the
City Council/Staff retreat to be held on March 16, 1991, and authorizing the City
Manager to execute a contract for said services.
City Manager Alan D. Ratliff made the presentation to Council. Councilman Cowman moved
to approve the employment of Chris Hartung as the facilitator for the City Council Staff retreat
scheduled for March 16, 1991 at a cost not to exceed $950. Councilman Thomas seconded the
motion. The motion carried 5-1, with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver,
Thomas, Cowman, Robertson and voting in favor of the motion and Councilman Nelson voting
in opposition to the motion.
Item 17 PUBLIC HEARING: To consider an amendment to zoning designation PD-105,
commonly referred to as Lot 20, Block A, at 741 Woodmoor Drive, to allow the
construction of a 1 1/2 story house with roof line not to exceed 31 feet above
grade.
Planning and Community Services Director Gary Sieb made the presentation. The Planning
& Zoning Commission did r~ommend approval to the PD with a vote of 5-2. Robert Delsanter
of Greystone Homes was also present to state his case for changing the zoning designation of
Lot 20 and answer questions of the Council. Mayor Wolfe opened the Public Heating and asked
if there was anyone who wished to speak in opposition of the zoning change. Paul Williams of
137 West Lansdowne Circle came forward to voice his concern that any building taller than a
single story would destroy the privacy of his back yard. He asked that the change be denied.
Mayor Wolfe asked if there were any citizens who wished to speak in favor of this request.
There were none who wished to speak. Mayor Wolfe closed the Public Hearing. Following
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20, Block A, at 741 Woodmoor Drive to allow the construction of a I 1/2 story house.
Councilman Weaver seconded the motion. The motion to deny the zoning change carded 6-0,
with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Cowman, Robertson and
Nelson voting in favor of the motion.