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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1967-12-19 Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission December 19, 1967 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Weber in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall at 7:40 P.M. The following member:, :,! ;:e present: Messrs. Bill Tench, Jack Browne, Don Hastings and Doctor Richar." Also present wr;•e City Inspector Jack Bullard and Recording Secretary, Mrs. Florence Must . VISITORS Visitors in attendance were: Mesdms. L. D. Harmon and M. E. Thompson; Messrs. Warren Fuller, Elvin E. Tackett, Lawrence T. Alvis, James Dewey, Hugh M. Waite, Ken Smelser, Hugh B. Erminger, Bill Pasteur, C. Webster, Troy Fuller and Forrest Markward. I . APPROVAL OF MINUTES Doctor Lande made the motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the previous meeting, dated December 5, 1967, and approve as written. Mr. Browne seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Browne, Tench, Hastings and Lande Nays; None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. II . ZONING CASE NO,, 165, MORRISDALE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (DECISION RE: PUBLIC HEARING) Chairman Weber made the announcement that no action would be required pertaining to Zoning Case No. 165, requested by Morrisdale Development Corporation -- that this request has been withdrawn, at the request of the Developer. (Pa•e Two Re.ular Meetin. of the Plannin. and Zoning Commission, December 19, 1967 FINAL PLAT APPROVAL. SOMERSET PLACE ( . HUGH M. WAITE) Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Hugh M. Waite, Developer, and inquired if Mr. Waite had received a copy cf the letter from the City's Consulting Engineers which pertains to ti- Final Plat Approval of Somerset Place. Both Mr. Waite and his associate, Mr. James Dewey, stated that they have not seen a copy of the lettor, and Chairman Weber read, from the letter from the Consulting F: •gineers dated December 18, 1967, as follows: "1. In the past the City Council has been concerned that streets main- tain a continuous name throughout their length. In this case, Midway Drive will terminate at North Main Street and Somerset Drive will pick up at that point. 2. Somerset Drive is proposed 41 feet in width which is consistent with your Comprehensive Plan. 3. This first installment does not have sufficient drainage areas to warrant other than street surface provisions. 4. We would recommend that, prior to Council action, the detail sheet indicate a plan view of a concrete valley which would show the valley to be poured monolithic with the curb returns. Also the street detail should indicate back slopes to property line not to exceed 8%. 5. We would recommend the Developers, at this time, furnish the City with an easement or other acceptable alternate document which will allow for the temporary 6" sewer pipe to be installed and maintained until the next installment of this addition is platted. 6. The Water System Master Plan now under preparation proposed a 12" water line approximately coincident with Somerset Drive. The City Manager's office may wish to propose such oversizing to the City Council." Chairman Weber commented that the first item of the Engineers' letter refers to Somerset Drive -- that the street indicated on the plat as Somerset Drive must become Midway. Mr. Dewey stated that he and Mr. Waite have met with the City's Consulting Engineers and all of their recommendations have been complied with, except the easement referred to in paragraph five (5) of the letter. (Pa e Three, Regular Meeting of the Planninq_ and Zoning Commission z December 19, 19 7 Mr. Waite commented that the name Somerset had been selected in an effort to avoid confusion; however, it was agreed that the street will be named East Midway Drive. Mr. Dewey stated that he is working with Mr. Bullard on the required easement and that an easement will be furnished as soon as the exact requirement of the City has been determined. he 1r Mr. Dewey inquired of Mr. Bu` ,ard regard- ing the size sewer line which will be required. Mr. dullard stated that a twelve (12) inch line will be required. Mr. Dewey 3nq' Ired as to who will be responsible for the over-sizing, aid Mr. Dullard 5cated that: the City will pay for oversizing the line. Mr. Tench asked Mr. Bullard if, in his opinion, all of these requirements will be met prior to the next City Council meeting. Mr. Bullard replied affirmatively. Mr. Tench inquired pertaining to Mr. Waite's plans for the small area on the plat indicated as Block "A". Mr. Waite stated that he has no definite plans, and Mr. Tench asked if it will be a weeded area. Mr. Waite replied that it will have to be mowed and cleaned. Mr. Hastings made the motion to recommend approval of the Final Plat for Somerset Place, with the stipulation that the six items listed in the Engineers' letter be complied with. Doctor Lande seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Hastings, Tench, Browne and Lande Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. IV. PUBLIC HEARING z ZONING CASE NO. 166, REQUESTED BY MR. HUGH M. WAITE Chairman Weber opened the Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 166, stating that Mr. Hugh M. Waite has requested the rezoning, from "A" Residential to "B" Local Business, of a six and one-half (62) acre tract of land out of the Soloman Huitt Survey, Abstract No. 705. Mr. Weber explained that the front three hundred (300) feet of this tract (East of North Main Street) had previously been zoned "B" Local Business. (fie Four, Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, December 19, 1967) Mr. Waite presented a drawing of the tract in question and its surroundings and stated that he requests that the remainder of this tract be rezoned in order to standardize the pattern and that he is attempting to interest a large grocery store in the location. Mr. Waite stated that more space will be needed if this plan materializes. Mr. Waite stated that he plans to erect a fence along the Southeast corner of the tract, adjacent to the residences in Westwood Village Section 3. Mr. Waite commented further that as Somerset Place is developed, F. H. A. will requir : the erection of a fence between that subdivision and the tract in question, estimating that approximately 1 ,000 feet of fence will eventually be built. Mr. Waite stated that there will be a st:,-ulation that the area betloa-.:n the fence and the curb must be mowed -- or, possibly, a-?halt will be pou,ad in the area, leaving intermittent circles nor landscaping purposes. Chairman Weber inquired if there were others who wished to speak regarding this zoning case. Mr. Hugh Erminger, who resides at 304 Salem was recognized. Mr. Erminger pointed out the location of his residence, relative to the property in question and stated that he is concerned by the possibility of a service road being opened in the area, if a shopping center is located on the tract in question, stating that such a service road would be dangerous for the children in the area. Mr. Erminger stated that, in his opinion, it would improve the subdivision in which he lives, if the property which is zoned "B" Local Business were reclassified to "A" Residential , rather than vice versa, as requested by Mr. Waite. Mr. Erminger inquired as to the reason for zoning only 229 feet of the adjacent tract for local business usage and zoning 300 feet of the tract in question. Mr. Bullard advised that the property owner of the adjacent tract requested that his property be rezoned and that tract was only 229 feet deep. There was another question regarding the proposed fence, and Mr. Waite repeated his statement that F.H.A. will require that the tract be fenced. Mrs. Maurice Thompson stated that she resides at 201 Town Creek and she contends that they already have a Shopping Center, with a Post Office, bank, stores in the area, and a grocery store only a short distance away. Mrs. Thompson stated that she, like Mr. Erminger, is concerned with trucks which will be servicing the Shopping Center. Mrs. Thompson stated that she has small children and considers it would be dangerous for them; however, if the Southeast corner and East side of the tract were closed off, with no entrances, it would be better. (Page Five, Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, December, 19, 1967) Chairman Weber inquired if it is not possible that most of the traffic would be in front of the stores. Mr. Waite stated that he is of the opinion the trucks would take the fastest route, which would be down North Main, rather than winding through a residential area. Mr. Tench stated that he was of the opinion that there was only a possibility that there would be an opening from the rear of the tract -- nothing definite. Mr. Waite concurred with Mr. Tench's comment. Mr. Erminger inquired if the fence, entrances, exits, etc. were to be considered -st this time, •1nd Mr. Bullard advised that they will not -- that only the zoning will be Lonsidered at this Public Hearing. Mr. Ken Smelser stated that he resides at 301 Salem and he, too, objects to this rezoning because of the traffic. Mr. Smelser inquired if the citizens will have a voice in the decision as to whether or not there will be access roads into the Shopping Center. Chair- man Weber replied negatively. Mr. Waite stated that it might be best, in order to avoid any confusion, to eliminate the lower portion of this tract from this rezoning request. Mr. Bullard stated that removing that portion of property from this rezoning request will not remove the threat of a street being opened, because a piece of property does not have to be rezoned in order to put a street in. Mr. Smelser repeated his question concerning the voice of the citizens regarding the access road and was advised by Chairman Weber that anyone could put a street in -- that even though the present administration would not allow it, two years from now it might be done. Mr. Dullard stated that the City still has a certain amount of control -- plans must be approved by the City Council . He stated further that the fencing requirement usually goes along with the zoning, but building plans come later. Mr. Bullard commented that citizens should voice their opinions at a Public Hearing, so the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council will know those opinions and can try to satisfy the citizens when these things are presented to them. Mr. Bullard advised that the zoning will not affect the street or the flow of traffic. Mr. Bullard stated that if developers desire to dedicate a street, they must plat it, and the City can turn it down; however, if the area is ihy used as a private access road, the City cannot prevent it, unless it is determined to be a traffic hazard. (Page Six Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, December 19, 1967) Mr. Waite stated that he proposes a good subdivision and certainly will not do anything that will be hazardous -- that his reputation is good enough that he will do what the citizens desire rather than do something which will hurt his reputation as a good Eai : rH. Chairman Weber declared the Piblic Hearing on Zoning Case No. 166 closed. Mr. Tench made the motion to recommend approval of Mr. Waite's request, rezoning this and one-half (62) acre tract out of the Soloman Huitt Survey, Abstract No, 705, from "A" Residential to "B" Local Business. Mr. Browne seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Tench, Browne and Hastings Nays: None Abstained: Doctor Richard Lande Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. V. PUBLIC HEARING,, ZONING CASE NO. 167 REQUESTED BY MR. BILL PASTEUR Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Dill Pasteur, who has requested the rezoning of a 14.497 acre tract out of the T. W. Cash Survey, Abstract No. 280, from "A" Residential to "C" Commercial . Mr, Pasteur pointed out the location of the property in question, which faces Bedford-Euless Road, stating that he is representing Doctor Charles Webster, owner of the tract. Mr. Pasteur introduced Doctor Webster and Mr. Gene Woodard, Architect. Mr. Pasteur advised that plans indicate the erection of a motel , office building and shopping center on the property in question, and that the owner plans to dedicate Westpark Way, which will divide the tract. Mr. Pasteur stated that the State Highway Department has projected that, upon completion, the Highway interchange adjacent to this property will carry 29,300 automobiles per day, and he and his associates consider it an excellent location for an office building and motel . Mr. Pasteur introduced Mr. Gene Woodard, who advised that they plan to construct a four-story office building containing 24,000 square feet of floor space, with 6,000 square feet for each floor. Mr. Woodard stated that a one hundred (100) unit motel is being planned, and there is room for expansion to three hundred (300) units. Mr. Woodard stated that the proposed Shopping Center is twice the size of the Wilshire Shopping Center. He advised that the cost of initial construction (Page Seven, Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, December 19, 1967) will be approximately two million dollars, with another one to one and one-half million, when the motel is enlarged. Mr. Woodard stated that the buildings will be of pre-cast concrete and tilt slabs, primarily all concrete buildings. Doctor Webster stated that h:, is impressed with the capital growth of this community and considers the area to have great potential. Mr. Hastings inquired regarding the time element for development of this land, and Doctor Wbster advised that he is of the opinion it will be developed within a few years. Mr. l=:'^odard stated that in all probability a motel will not come in unt' l the interchange is finis!. d, and this project is dependent on that. A discussion concerning the progress of high highway construction followed, and Mr. Pasteur stated that, in his opinion, the City will not develop Westpark Way for, possibly, two years -- that a County type road may be opened prior to that time, but he does not feel curbs and gutters will be constructed prior to that time. Chairman Weber inquired if there were those present who wished to speak in opposition to this rezoning. Mr. Forrest Markward stated that he represents Texas Methodist Missions who own property in the area. Mr. Markward advised that plans for building a church in the area are indefinite at this time -- it depends on several factors, the primary one being population density, and that they are interested in consistent zoning for the City of Euless. Mr. Hastings stated that should the City Council see fit to approve this rezoning request, in all probability a time limit will be stipulated, and that, in his opinion, in all fairness, a time stipulation will have to be more than customary. A discussion of the Conditions Subsequent Clause followed, and Mr. Hastings made the motion to recommend approval of the rezoning from "A" Residential to "C" Commercial , providing a plat file on the street and dedication of an eighty (80) foot right-of-way is furnished prior to submission to the City Council . Doctor Lande seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Hastings, Tench, Browne and Lande Nays: None Chairman Veber declared the motion carried. (Page Eight, Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, December 19, 196`) VI . PUBLIC HEARING. ZONING CASE NO. 168, REQUESTED BY MR. ELVIN E. TACKETT Chairman Weber opened the Public Nearing on Zoning Case No. 168, which has been called to consider Mr. Elvin E. Tackett's request for the rezoning of Lots 1 and 2, Block 7, Westwoc:' Village Addition, from "A" Residential to "C" Commercial and Lot 2/-:, Block 1 , Euless Gardens Addition No. 1 , from "B" Local iJniness to "C" Commercial. Mr. E. Tackett introduced himself, stating that he has a contract to purchac the property in question. Mr. Tackett advised that, at the present time, the property will be used for the same purposes for which it is now Ling use.. Mr. Tacr tt stated that the only changes in the immediate future, will be to hard surface Lots 1 and 2 of Block 7, which will be used for parking facilities to accommodate the tenants occupying the building located on Lot 24, Block 1 of Euless Gardens Addition No. 1 . Mr. Tackett stated that he requests the rezoning of this property in order that he may have a wider range of people to talk with, in order to attempt to make arrangements with someone to utilize the property. (Mr. Hastings left the meeting at 8:45 P.M.) Mr. Tackett presented a plat indicating the proposed roads adjacent to the property, and Mr. Browne questioned the service road off of Spur 350 located behind the property. Mr. Tackett advised that the street known as Fuller Drive will become a Service Road to Spur 350, and it was pointed out that the property in question will be an island, as soon as the proposed service roads have been completed. Mr. Louis Holt stated that he is not directly concerned; however, that he lives directly behind the Post Office, across from Lots 1 and 2, Block 7 and he was hopeful that Mr. Tackett could give something definite regarding his plans for the property -- who he plans to sell the lots to, or something of that nature. Mr. Holt stated that some businesses would not be favorable, and he cited a honky-tonk as an example. Mr. Holt stated that he also has a son who resides in the vicinity, and that he and others in the area were told that this was a residential area -- that they would like to have more definite information as to Mr. Tackett's plans. A visitor inquired as to what businesses can be operated under commercial zoning. Mr. Bullard advised that there are about thirty (30) categories which cannot be put in and it will carry everything from service stations to machine shops. Mr. Bullard stated that rendering plants, junk yards and things of that nature cannot be operated on the property. Mr. Bullard commented that a service station is probably as much as you could get for this property, due to the limited space -- (Page Nine Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zonin Commission December 19, 19.7 because you have to allow for parking and that no parking will be allowed on Fuller when it becomes an access road. Mr. Laurence Alvis stated that he lives on the corner of Fuller and Salem and inquired regarding deed restrictions on the property. ,hairman Weber stated that the p~ ,perty in question is not suitable for residences, with all of the Spur Highways coming through. Mr. Bob Braswell , who resides at 116 East Fuller, inquired if Lot 4 (located at W.:stw000 and Fi'ller) is not in a similar situation. It was agreed that, possibly, this is correct. M� ^ Alvis inquired if there is any danger of the remaining property going commercial . Chairman Weber stated that it would be up to the owner of the property. Mr. Bullard advised that the City will not consider zoning one lot; however, it is possible, if as many as three owners get together and request a rezoning. Chairman Weber declared the Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 169 closed, Doctor Lande made the motion to recommend approval of the rezoning of Lots 1 and 2, Block 7, Westwood Village Addition, from "A" Residential to "C" Commercial and Lot 24, Block 1 , Euless Gardens Addition No. 1 , from "B" Local Business to "C" Commercial . Mr. Tench seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Lande, Browne and Tench Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. VII . RESOLUTIONS NO. 95, 96 AND 97 Chairman Weber presented Resolutions Nos. 95, 96 and 97 calling Public Hearings in Zoning Cases 169, 170 and 171 (suggested date January 16, 1968) . ibr ibr (Pa.e Ten fe•ular Meetin of the Piannin and Zonin Commission December 19, 19.7 Mr. Browne made the motion to approve Resolution Nos. 95, 96 and 97 Calling Public Hearings on each of the Zoning Cases for January 16, 1968. Doctor Lande seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Browne, Tench and Lande Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. VII6 . ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9: 10 P.M. APPROVED: ATTEST: Chairm Secretary VF: i 1