Applicant's letter of introduction
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P.O. Box 1068 · Coppell, TX 75019 . 800-995-1433 . 877-393-5331 (FAX)
To: Coppell Planning & Zoning Commission
Coppell TX 75019
2/12/2007
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FROM: Russel K. Jackson
Director Amcat National Training Center
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SUBJECT: FACILITY RELOCATION
1. PROPOSAL: Move the main building currently located at 200 Southwestern Blvd., Coppell TX to
1230 Crestside, Coppell, TX
a. Foundation: Amcat will have a building contractor design and build an appropriate foundation
at 1230 Crests ide.
b. Utilities: It is Amcat's intention to hook-up utilities including water, sewer and electrical to the
laboratory after relocation.
c. Parking: Current parking facilities at 1230 Crestside accommodate our needs. If needed,
additional parking is available on the south side of the building near the loading docks. Re-
striping of this area will accommodate additional parking. See Enclosure 3.
d. Fire: Current fire lanes in the south parking lot and the paved lane on the north side of the
building comply with City requirements.
e. Approval: Upon approval of this proposal, Amcat will initiate the relocation process.
2. ABOUT AMCAT:
a. Established in 1997 Amcat's mission is to provide consistent, high quality, nationwide insurance
claims adjusting services.
b. Established in 2006 the mission ofthe Amcat National Training Center (ANTC) is to provide a
state of the art training facility offering adjusters unique opportunities to enhance their
knowledge and professionalism.
3. BACKGROUND:
a. Recognizing the need for training facilities, Amcat entered into an agreement with the Coppell
Independent School District to modify the main building at 200 Southwestern Blvd. This
allowed Amcat to create a laboratory that is representative of the construction encountered by
adjusters. See Enclosure 1.
b. In December 2006, Amcat was notified that passage of the school bond allowed CISD to proceed
with new construction plans at 200 Southwestern Blvd. Upon approval of this proposal, Amcat
intends to purchase the building at public auction. See Enclosure 2. As a lab, 200 Southwestern
has become an extension of our business. Relocation will continue to enhance our growth. Due
to modifications, the lab cannot be used for living or office space.
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c. Approximately 600 adjusters trained at the ANTC in 2006. In 2007, our projection is for 1000
adjusters to train here. Our growth will enhance other businesses in Coppell.
4. APPEARANCE:
a. Relocation area; north side of 1230 Crests ide, Coppell TX.
b. Adjuster Lab in current location at 200 Southwestern Blvd Coppell, TX.
c. Lab and climbing roof after relocation to Crestside Drive. Upon relocation, the building will
be approximately forty feet from the east build line and thirty feet north of the main building. A
gravel parking area added as shown in the photo, if necessary. See Enclosure 4.
d. Landscaping utilized to enhance appearances from the NW comer of 1230 Crestside to the fire
lane reducing the street view of the facility.
5. THE TRAINING LAB & FACILITY
The following photos are modifications to the adjuster's lab. Plans include demonstrating fire, flood
and earthquake damage.
FOUNDATION: The addition of a floor window allows students to see and better understand a
buildings foundation. This view also shows, plumbing, electrical and gas lines servicing the
building.
STATIC DISPLAY: The ceiling and interior wall have been opened to show how electrical
lines and insulation are distributed throughout the building. Similar openings in all rooms
demonstrate different aspects of building construction.