Big Cedar/FP-CS 911002 (2) Matthews Investments Southwest, Inc.
5220 Spring Valley, Suite 500
Dallas, Texas 75240
Tel. (214) 934-0~23 Fa~' (214) 9~O-2421
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October 2, 1991 I
Ms. Taryon Bowman
Planning & Zoning Coordinator
255 Parkway Blvd.
Coppell, Texas 75019
RE: Big Cedar Addition
Dear Taryon:
It is my understanding from Goodwin & Marshall, our consulting engineers on this project,
that you have requested a response on two issues:
(1) How do we intend to address the access and development of the five lots that
front on Harris Street? and;
(2) Do we intend to install sprinkling systems in the houses?
Regarding the first issue, you are aware that we object to the request for an alley to serve
those five lots. We share your concern for the front yard/elevation appearance on these lots,
thus we propose the following additional requirements specifically for these five lots:
(a) Increase front yard setback to 30';
(b) At least two trees of 4" caliper or greater to be installed in front yard of each
lot;
(c) Foundation landscaping on each house; and
(d) Irrigation systems.
Ms. Taryon Bowman
October 2, 1991
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As you know, the quality of houses intended for this area and usually constructed by Carmen
Homes and Street Custom Homes, (the two builders who will be purchasing all of the lots
in the subdivision) might normally include such landscaping even without these requirements.
However, inclusion as a part of the City's approval will provide complete assurance of such
treatment.
Regarding the second issue, it has never been our intention to require sprinkling of the
houses in the subdivision. In fact, it is our opinion that this issue was specifically addressed
by City Council when it authorized the closing of Bethel School Road (May 14, 1991). After
a presentation by Richard Terry, the Council concluded that the response time for
emergency access to the area would be adequate and no special requirements (i.e.
sprinkling) would be needed.
TaD:on, I hope this adequately addresses these issues. Should you require further
information, please call me.
Sincerely,
MATTHEWS SOUTHWEST
Tim House
Vice President
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