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ITEM CAPTION:
PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of a replat of Co~ners of Coppell, Lots 1R,
and 4R, Block 1, located at the southeast co~ner of Sandy Lake Road and MacArthur Boulevard,
at the request of Reklaw Partnership, Inc.
SUBMI~FED BY: STAFF ~EP.:
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: OTHER REP.:
EVALUATION OF ITEM: DATE:
Date of P & Z Meeting: June 18, 1992
Decision of P & Z Commission: Approved (4-0) with the following conditions:
1) that all staff recommendations be met,
Z) that a note be placed on the plat showing finished floor elevations,
3) agreement to maintain in a healthy and growing condition all landscaping on
the property, and
4) designating the plat as a replat of the Corners of Coppell subdivision
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CITY OF COPPELL
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
CORNERS OF COPPELL, LOTS IR, 3R & 4R, BLOCK E - REPLAT
P & Z HEARING DATE: June 18, !992
C. C. HEARING DATE: July 14, 1992
LOCATION: Southeast corner of Sandy Lake Road and MacArthur Boulevard.
SIZE OF AREA: 10.6984 Acres
REQUEST: Approval of a replat.
APPLICANT: Reklaw Partnership, Inc. Benchmark Consultants
(Owner) (EnGineer)
Mr. Arthur Walker Mr. Roland Foerster
675 3RD Avenue, 13771N. Central Expwy.
24th Floor Suite #1011
New York, NY 10017 Dallas, TX 75243
1-800-442-1154 (214) 680-2089
HISTORY: There has been no recent zoninG or platting history on this
parcel.
TRANSPORTATION:
MacArthur Boulevard is an improved 4-lane divided
thoroughfare (subject to widening to six lanes in the
future), P6D contained within a 100-110 foot riGht-of-waY.
Sandy Lake Road is proposed to be a C4D/6 - a four-lane
divided thoroughfare within a six lane riGht-of-way
(100-110 feet): it is currently a two lane road.
SURROUNDING LAND USE & ZONING:
North - existing commercial uses; C & R
South - existing apartments~ MF-1
East - vacant: R
West - developed sinGle-family; TH-1
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
The Comprehensive Plan shows commercial uses for this
parcel.
ITEM 9
ANALYSIS: As stated in the letter attached, the owner feels greater
potential for use of this property exists if it can be
replatted into three parcels. The owner has concluded that
an office use appears more viable than the existing strip
center, and that by resubdividing into three lots, thus
reducing the total leasable square footage in each parcel,
a much more attractive product results. As proposed, each
new lot will contain sufficient parking for the individual
parcel, and the applicant understands that separation walls
dividing this structure into 3 components will require
adherence to the Uniform Building Code.
Because this alteration still meets the use proposed by the
Comprehensive Plan, the owner clearly understands the
parking requirement provisions, and because the owner is
amenable to the fire separation walls required by Code,
staff recommends approval of this replat subject to noting
on the plat the finished floor elevations of the structure,
an agreement to maintain in a healthy and growing condition
all landscaping on the property, and designating the plat
document as a "Replat of Corners of Coppell Subdivision".
ALTERNATIVES: 1) Approve the replat 2) Deny the replat
3) Modify the replat
ATTACHMENTS: 1) Replat
2) Letter dated May 11, 1992 from Stephen C. Hundle¥, AIA
CORNERS.STF
May 11,
1992
Mr. Gary Sieb
Director of Planning and Community Services
CITY Ol~ COPPELL
P.O. Box 478
Coppell, Tx. 75019
Re: Corners of Coppell/Pecan Tree Plaza
Dear Mr. Sieb:
Per our conversation this morning I am writing this letter to summarize our conversation
concerning the replat of the above mentioned property. It is the intent of the Owner of the
property, Blue CNp Properties, to replat the property for the purpose of giving the Owner the
flexibility to sell portions of the center to individual buyers. Alter exhaustive retail viability
studies of the site the Owner has concluded the site is more suitable to a high tech office park use
and is aggressively pursuing this type of user. The following represent the observations I offered
this morning:
1. Under current zoning, this type of use, (office) can be qualified as upzoning where the
use will require even less parking than that of retail.
2. Furthermore, each individual lot will contain sufficient parking for that lot. There will
however, be the need for simple cross access agreements for internal circulation.
However, this is not unusual and is quite common in developments where properties
abut one another and internal circulation crosses between properties.
3. Additionally, under current zoning the zoning allows zero yard setbacks within the
total project. Under this provision, if users purchased individual tracts, the Owner
would be compelled to install area separation walls along the property lines to satisfy
provisions of the Uniform Building Code for area separation requirements. The
Owner is quite amendable to making these modifications if and when a user is
intending to occupy the building as a function of a sale of the individual parcel.
I think it is important to note, Blue Chip Properties is currently spending funds to correct
deficiencies in the current fire protection system within the project. Additionally, they are
preparing to launch a significant advertising campaign to increase the market visibility of the
project. Each of these actions signifies the Owner's desire to convert an empty shell sitting on the
outskirts of Coppell for the last several years into a useful, functioning property which will in mrn
generate much needed jobs and housing within Coppell and additional tax revenues for the City.
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As the original Architect for the project we are also excited about the possibility of one of our
projects becoming revitalized and utilized. The project is far too attractive to remain a "see
through" building.
If you have any questions or ifI can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
Stephen C. Hundley AIA
President
cc: Arthur Walker
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made the
presentation to the Council and informed the Council that changes
have been made since the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.
These changes include the number of parking spaces and the setback
of the building. Peter Buell, representing the applicant,
addressed the Council in regard to increasing the number of parking
spaces from 22 to 35 and cutting down eight trees instead of four.
Glen Hinckley, the owner of the property also addressed the Council
in reference to the parking spaces, setback of the building and
saving trees. Mayor Wolfe declared the Public Hearing open and
asked if there were any citizens present to speak in favor of the
request. There being no citizens present to speak in favor of the
request, Mayor Wolfe asked if there were any citizens present to
speak in opposition of the request. There being no citizens who
wished to speak, Mayor Wolfe declared the public hearing closed.
Councilman Robertson moved to approve plan #3 presented tonight,
showing 35 parking spaces, subject to Minyard's approval of the
thirteen off-site parking spaces (to be contiguous to the requested
zoned property) with the following three conditions: (1) that the
dumpster be screened on at least three sides; (2) screening wall
around the deck be of sufficient height to prevent sight of patrons
on the deck from the public right-of-way adjacent to the area; and
(3) that the developer abide by the streetscape plan. Mayor Pro Tem
Smothermon seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-2 with Mayor
Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Thomas, Morton, Robertson, and
Garrison voting in favor of the motion and Councilmen Weaver and
Mayo voting against the motion.
Item 12 PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of a replat
of Village of Coppell, Phase III-B, located at the
southwest corner of Allen Road and DeForest Road, at the
request of Grand Homes, Inc.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made the
presentation to the Council and stated that the Planning and Zoning
Commission had recommended approval. Pat Akins, representing the
applicant, also addressed the City Council. Mayor Wolfe declared
the Public Hearing open and asked if there were any citizens
present to speak in favor of the request. There being no citizens
present to speak in favor of the request, Mayor Wolfe asked if
there were any citizens present to speak in opposition of the
request. There being no citizens who wished to speak, Mayor Wolfe
declared the Public Hearing closed. Councilman Weaver moved to
approve the replat of Village of Coppell, Phase III-B, located at
the southwest corner of Allen Road and DeForest Road, at the
request of Grand Homes, Inc. with an addition to the plat
concerning the drainage easement being worked out with staff and
being maintained by the Village of Coppell Homeowners Association.
Councilman Thomas seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0 with
Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton,
Mayo, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion.
Item 13 PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of a replat
of Corners of Coppell, Lots 1R, 3R, and 4R, Block 1,
located at the southeast corner of Sandy Lake Road and
MacArthur Boulevard, at the request of Reklaw
Partnership, Inc.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made the
presentation to the Council and stated that the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval with four conditions. Stephen C.
Hundley, representing the applicant, also addressed the Council.
Mayor Wolfe declared the Public Hearing open and asked if there
were any citizens present to speak in favor of the request. There
being no citizens present to speak in favor of the request, Mayor
Wolfe asked if there were any citizens present to speak in
opposition of the request. There being no citizens who wished to
speak, Mayor Wolfe declared the Public Hearing closed. Following
discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon moved to approve a replat of
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Corners of Coppell, Lots iR, 3R, and 4R, Block 1, located at the
southeast corner of Sandy Lake Road and MacArthur Boulevard, at the
request of Reklaw Partnership, Inc. with the following four
conditions; (1) that all staff recommendations be met; (2) that a
note be placed on the plat showing finished floor elevations; (3)
agreement to maintain in a healthy and growing condition all
landscaping on the property; and (4) designating the plat as a
replat of the Corners of Coppell subdivision. Councilman Morton
seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem
Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Mayo, Robertson
and Garrison voting in favor of the motion.
Item 14 PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of a replat
of Village at Cottonwood Creek, Section IV, located at
the southeast corner of Coppell Road and Parkway
Boulevard, at the request of Jim Sowell Construction
Company.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made the
presentation to the Council and stated that the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval with seven conditions. Craig
Curry, representing the applicant, also addressed the Council.
Mayor Wolfe declared the Public Hearing open and asked if there
were any citizens present to speak in favor of the request. There
being no citizens in speaking in favor of the request, Mayor Wolfe
asked if there were any citizens present to speak in opposition of
the request. David Smith of 206 Winding Hollow, expressed his
concerns about the increase in the traffic volume through the
residential area. There being no other citizens who wished to
speak in opposition of the request, Mayor Wolfe declared the Public
Hearing closed. Councilman Robertson moved to approve a replat of
Village at Cottonwood Creek, Section IV, located at the southeast
corner of Coppell Road and Parkway Boulevard, at the request of Jim
Sowell Construction Company, subject to the following conditions;
1) that there be a six inch masonry wall along Parkway Boulevard;
2) landscaping be included on all cul-de-sacs; 3) landscaping be
included along Parkway; 4) wooden screening fence be built along
Minyard Drive; 5) 1800 square foot minimum house size on area
basically zoned SF-7, 2000 square foot on area zoned SF-9, and 2200
square foot on the lots abutting the flood way; 6) homeowners
association be formed to maintain all common areas; and 7) that the
two additional easements being recommended by the City Engineer be
included on the plat prior to being presented to the City Council.
Councilman Weaver seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-2 with
Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Mayo, Robertson and Garrison voting in
favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilman
Morton voting against the motion.
Item 15 Consideration and approval of a preliminary plat of Parks
of Coppell, Tract IV, located north of Coppell High
School and west of Denton Tap Road, at the request of Dan
Dowdey and Associates, Engineers.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made the
presentation to the Council. Following discussion, the Council
requested that the staff look at placing "no parking" signs along
Parkway Boulevard. Councilman Robertson moved to approve the
preliminary plat of Parks of Coppell, Tract IV, located north of
Coppell High School and west of Denton Tap Road, at the request of
Dan Dowdey and Associates, with the following conditions; (1) that
the developer assure a pedestrian crossing under the bridge into
Andrew Brown Parks be made; and (2) that the twenty foot easement
to the Park be indicated on the plat and be maintained by the
Homeowners Association. Councilman Morton seconded the motion.
The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen
Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Mayo, Robertson and Garrison voting in
favor of the motion.
L I NDA
MINUTES OF JULY 14, 1992
The City Council of the City of Coppell was scheduled to meet in
Regular Called Session on Tuesday, July 14, 1992 at 6:00 p.m. in
the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard,
Coppell, Texas.
City Manager Alan D. Ratliff informed persons that were present
that a quorum of the City Council was unable to be in attendance;
however, several public hearings had been scheduled for the
meeting.
Therefore, because of a lack of a quorum of the City Council, the
following action was taken:
City Manager Alan D. Ratliff announced that the names and addresses
of persons present and wishing to participate in each of the public
hearings would be obtained and called on Gary Sieb, Director of
Planning and Community Development to read the captions and obtain
the necessary information for each public hearing.
PUBLIC HFs%RING: Consideration and approval of a zoning change
request, Case #S-1060, (Slider and Blues), from (C) Commercial, to
(C-SUP) Commercial Special Use Permit for the operation of a
restaurant, located at the southeast corner of Sandy Lake Road and
Denton Tap Road, at the request of Univest.
Those persons who were present for the above public hearing were as
follows:
None
Gary Sieb announced that due to a lack of a quorum, this public
hearing has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 22, 1992 at 7:00
p.m.
PUBnIC H~ARING: Consideration and approval of a replat of Village
of Coppell, Phase III-B, located at the southwest corner of Allen
Road and DeForest Road, at the request of Grand Homes, Inc.
Those persons who were present for the above public hearing were as
follows:
None
Gary Sieb announced that due to a lack of a quorum, this public
hearing has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 22, 1992 at 7:00
p.m.
PUBnIC ~F~%~IN~: Consideration and approval of a replat of Corners
of Coppell, Lots iR, 3R, and 4R, Block 1, located at the southeast
corner of Sandy Lake Road and MacArthur Boulevard, at the request
of Reklaw Partnership, Inc.
Those persons who were present for the above public hearing were as
follows:
None
Gary Sieb announced that due to a lack of a quorum, this public
hearing has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 22, 1992 at 7:00
p.m.
PUB~-IC ~IN~ Consideration and approval of a replat of Village
at Cottonwood Creek, Section IV, located at the southeast corner of
Coppell Road and Parkway Boulevard, at the request of Jim Sowell
Construction Company.
Those persons who were present for the above public hearing were as
follows:
None