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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968-11-19 � �6~ Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission November 19, 1968 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 8: 10 P. M. , by Chairman Leonard Weber, in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall , with the following members present: Messrs. Bill Tench and Jack Browne; Doctor Richard Lande. (Absent: Doctor Harold Hall) Also present were City Inspector Jack Bullard and Recording Secretary Florence Murr. VISITORS Irsitors ps%:sent are listed as follows: Messrs. Charles S. Yancey, representing Dalmin Development Corporation, Carl N. Stewart, representing Main Development Company, Alvin E. Pierce, represent- ing Champlin Petroleum Company, Carl J. Smith, Walter A. Elliott, Jr. , Jerry Baker, Leon J. Levitt, William R. Shell , Louis Howard and Jack Apwisch. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the regular meeting, dated October 15, 1968, were approved as written. COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMIT NO. 77 ADDITION TO EXISTING STRUCTURE 1006 PA pLA, MR. JACK APWISCH Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Jack Apwisch, Developer, who stated that he is desirous of securing a permit in order to add approximately twenty-four hundred (2400) feet to the existing structure located at 1000 Pamela Drive, in Euless Industrial Park. Mr. Apwisch stated that the addition will be of the same type structure as the existing structure. Chairman Weber inquired concerning parking facilities to accommodate the addition. Mr. Apwisch advised that his plans indicate twenty spaces; however, he has ample room to accommodate additional spaces if required. Members of the Commission reviewed the building plans. ( (Rage Two, Minutes of the Regplar Meeting, Planning and Zonin+� Commission, November 19, 1968) Mr. Browne made the motion to recommend approval of Commercial Building Permit No. 77 for an addition to the existing structure located at 1000 Pamela Drive, as requested. Mr. Tench seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Browne, Tench and Lande Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. II . COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMIT NO. 78 SLEEP-AIRE MATTRESS COMPANY 2200 BLOCK OF WEST EULESS BOULEVARD (BETWEEN HIGHWAY 183 AND PIPELINE ROAD, EAST OF WESTPARK WAY) Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Louis Howard, who requests a commercial building permit for construction of a building to house Sleep-Aire Mattress Company, and inquired if Mr. Howard is aware of the pro-rata share for existing water and sewer facilities which is due the City of Euless. Chairman Weber advised that it is necessary that Mr. Howard pay the City of Euless $1 ,980.25, for existing water and sewer lines, water meter and sewer tap fee. Mr. Howard stated that this is agreeable to him. Chairman Weber stated that the plot plan submitted by Mr. Howard dyes not indicate the access to the property and advised that this correction must be made prior to submission to the Euless City Council . Mr. Bullard advised Mr. Howard that the proposed approaches must be indicated on the plans and that the plans must be submitted to the Texas Highway Department for approval before any work can be done In this phase of construction. In reply to a question, Mr. Bullard stated that the building permit may be obtained, if approved by the City Council ; however, the State Highway Department must approve the plans for all entrances and exits -before they are constructed. Mr. Browne inquired if the 12 foot building line indicated on the plans complies with City requirements. tor Mr. Bullard replied affirmatively, providing the sides of the building are of masonry construction. Mr. Bullard pointed out that there is permanent clearance around the building and that fire fighting equipment can come in from both sides. (Pa.- Three Minutes of th- Re•ular Meetinj of the Planning and Zoning Commission, November 19, 19.: Mr. Tench inquired concerning the necessity for dedicated fire lanes. Mr. Bullard stated that he sees no necessity for a fire lane. Mr. Bullard advised that Mr. Howard's build- ing plans were approved by the City Council previously; however, the Council required that the storage for raw materials be reduced to 1000 cubic feet and the storage for the finished product was limited to 4800 cubic feet. He stated that the building plans have not been changed -- that the only change is in the location of the proposed structure. Chairman Weber stated that the building plans presented this evening do not indicate the changes required by the Planning and Zoning Commission previously. It was determined that the set of plans which were approved by the Euless City Council are on file as Council Exhibits for that meeting. Chairman Weber stated that, in his opinion, this Board cannot make a decision if the plans are not made available to them. Mr. Howard advised that he does not want to change the plans -- that it is merely a change in the location. Mr. Bullard advised that Mr. Howard has agreed not to exceed the maximum storage for materials and that .the front and sides of the building will be of masonry construction. Following a lengthy discussion, Mr. Tench made the motion to recommend approval of Commercial Building Permit No. 78, providing requirements are met, as follows: 1 . The raw material storage does not exceed 1000 cubic feet 2. The finished product storage does not exceed 4800 cubic feet 3. Sides of the building are of masonry construction and the front of the building is of brick or stone construction 4. Plans are revised to indicate the ingress and egress to the property 5. Payment to the City the amount of $1 ,980.25 for pro-rata share of existing water and sewer lines, water meter and sewer tap fee 6. Seventeen (17) feet of right-of-way is dedicated for Pipeline Road 7. A solid screening fence is erected adjacent to Pipeline Road. Pa•e Four Minutes of the Re+u 1 r 1viet i ray of the P I ann i ng_and Zoning. Commission, November 19, 19 8 Mr. Browne seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Tench, Lande and Browne Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. Mr. Browne stated that he would like to advise that he is opposed to voting for things which have to be outlined -- that, in his opinion, plans should be complete before they are presented for this Commission 's approval . Chairman Weber advised that he is in agreement with Mr. Browne -- that he does not consider notebook sketches adequate -- that adequate plans should be prepared by an architect or engineer. III . FINAL PLAT APPROVAL WESTWOOD VILLAGE NO. 4 Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Leon Levitt, engineer, for the developers of Westwood Village No. 4, who request final plat approval at this time. Chairman Weber advised Mr. Levitt that he has information indicating that the Engineer's recommendations have beer, complied with and that a letter has been furnished by Mr. Hugh Waite, adjacent property owner, granting permission for storm waters to drain across his property. Chairman Weber read from a letter dated September 13, 1968, from the City's Consulting Engineers, as follows: "We have received the proposed final plat of Section 4 of the subject addition, along with the lot grading plan. We refer you to our letter of May 18, 1967, and are still of the opinion that the plans are acceptable under your standards. We, again, point out that the City should have written permission for releasing storm water to the North from that property owner. As regards the sewer mentioned in the previous letter, the lot grading plan indicates a minimum of 5-feet of fall is provided and we believe this to be adequate." Members of the Commission reviewed the plat, and Mr. Browne inquired concerning the fifteen (15) foot set-back on Newport Circle. Mr. Bullard advised that this set-back meets City requirements. (fie Five, Minutes of the Regular Meeting the P 1 anr�i - and Zon i n Commission November 19 1968) Mr. Browne made the motion to recommend approval of the Final Plat for Westwood Village No. 4, as presented. 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. IV. FINAL PLAT APPROVAL SOMERSET PLACE NO. 2 Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Carl Smith, Engineer, who advised that he represents the developers of Somerset Place No. 2, who request Final Mat approval for this subdivision. Mr. Smith stated that Messrs. Shell and Stewart are also present to answer any questions which might arise. Members of the Commission reviewed the plat, and Mr. Smith was advised that on several lots, the plat indicates a building line of ten (10) feet -- that it will be necessary to increase the building line on the street side to a minimum of fifteen (15) feet. Mr. Browne questioned the fact that Midway Drive dead ends, as indicated on the plat, stating that he is of the opinion Midway Drive is to be a collector street. Mr. Smith advised that Midway Drive extends away from the property owned by the developers of Somerset Place and that they have no control over it. Mr. Bullard pointed out that Midway Drive extends to the North -- away from the tract in question, advising that he sees no problem in this area.-r that the Euless City Council previously reached a decision concerning the location of Midway Drive. Chairman Weber read a letter, dated November 18, 1968, from the City's Consulting Engineers, concerning this subdivision, as follows: "We have reviewed the revised plans for the subject addition which provide for a temporary lift station at the North end of Newport Way. We feel that these plans are now acceptable under your standards and recommend their approval to you. One item which should be changed is the storm drain flow line at Station 0 + 00. The Developers to the South are now indicating a flow line of 572.50 and the grade at this point should be revised to that elevation." (Page Six, Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning, Commission, November 19, 1968) Mr. Smith advised that he was made aware of this recommendation, prior to this meeting, and that this correction has already been made. Chairman Weber read a letter dated September 25, 1968, from Mr. Bert Heyl , concerning the drainage across his property, from the tract in question, as follows: "As pursuant to our conversation it is my understanding that you are desirous of installing a storm sewer in an existing low or natural drain, that will terminate at my south line, and will drain in a natural low to a creek which crosses my property. My position is I have no objection of your installing this sewer line and allowing it to terminate in this particular location and having a surface flow of water into my project with these exceptions: 1 . That it meets the City of Euless approval 2. It does not create a nuisance or a storm sewer drainage problem. I will not assume any liabilities as to the development other than those set out in this letter." Mr. Browne inquired concerning the four (4) inch sewer lines indicated on the plat -- whether or not they meet City requirements. Mr. Bullard replied affirmatively, stating that these are force mains. Mr. Bullard inquired as to the amount of asphalt which will be within the circle on the culdesac. Mr. Smith advised that there will be eighty- two (82) feet of paving in the culdesac. Doctor Lande made the motion to recommend approval of the Final Plat for Somerset Place No. 2, providing the plat is revised to indicate a minimum of fifteen (15) feet for side lot building lines on the street side and providing all requirements in the Engineers' letter dated November 18, 1968, are complied with. Mr. Tench seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Doctor Lande; Messrs. Browne and Tench. Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. (`a•e Seven Mtllmutes of the Re.ular Meetin• of the Plannin: and Zoning Commission, November 19 19.8 V. COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMIT NO. 79, CHAMPLIN PETROLEUM COMPANY,' �(S$gRV I CE STATION L'Q. ATE AEr SOUTHEAST CORNER OF HIGHWAY' 1$3 ANOrRAIbER DR`IV.E) Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Alvin E. Pierce, representing Champlin Petroleum Company, which requests a commercial permit for the construction of a service station to be located at the Southeast corner of Highway 183 and Raider Drive. Chairman Weber advised Mr. Pierce that his firm will be required to pay a pro-rata share for two hundred fifty-sever (257) feet of existing water line, in the amounto6f $462.60. He advised further that they will be required to ppv $150.00 for the sewer tap fee, and a water tap fee, the cost of which cannot be determined at this time because it is based on the size of the meter. Mr. Pierce advised that his firm is agreeable to this. He stated that Champlin Petroleum plans to construct a service station Which is almost identical to their station located at Norman and Highway 183 -- that the proposed building will not have service bays, and it is not a self- service station that an attendant will be on duty at all times Following a review of the building plans by Commission Members, Mr. Tench made the motion to recommend approval of Commercial Building Permit No. 79, for the construction of a service station at Highway 183 and Raider Drive, as requested by Champlin Petroleum Company, providing the pro-rata share of existing water lines, in the amount of $462.60, the sewer tap fee in the amount of $15Q.QQ, and the water tap fee as determined by the size of the meter are paid to the City of Euless. Mr. Browne seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Tench, Browne and Lande Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. VI . FINAL PLAT APPROVAL F 'IRMONT ADDITIQN, �LOCATED A S'( UTHEAST CORNER�`dF�'RA`I� �R b tvt AND PIRELIb 'ROAQ,u k.l .I RR'Y BAKER Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Walter Elliott, Engineer, and Mr. Jerry Baker, Developer, who request Final Plat Approval for Fairmont Addition. (Pa.e Ei ht Minutes of the Re ular Meetin. of the Plannin. and Zonin• Commission, November 19, 1968 Chairman Weber advised that it has been determined the pro-rata share for existing water lines, in the amount of $1 ,357.60, is due the City of Euless. Mr. Bullard stated that there is no pro-rata on sewer lines. Members of the Commission reviewed the plat, and it was determined that the zoning classification on the tracts in question i� C--2. Mr. Browne inquired concerning the easements indicated on the plat. Mr. Elliott advised that they are fire lane easements which have been provided in accordance with the City's requirements. Mr. Elliott stated that water, sewer and electrical lines will be installed within these easements also. He stated that this is a self-contained unit -- that all utilities will be privately owned, with exception of one looped line within the interior. Mr. Elliott stated that previously there was one problem concerning ownership of a one-foot strip; however, Mr. Baker has made an agreement with Mr. Reaves concerning this strip. Mr. Browne made the motion to recommend approval of the Final Plat of Fairmont Addition, as presented, providing the pro-rata share for existing water line, in the amount of $1 ,357.60, is paid to the City of Euless. Doctor Lands seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows; Ayes: Messes. Browne, Lande and Tench Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. VII . COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMIT NO. 80 FAIRMONT ADDITION APARTMENT COMPLEX, MR: JERRY BAKER Chairman Weber advised Mr. Baker that there are three areas of coneern pertaining to his request for a building permit, as follows; 1 . Parking area indicated on the plans is too close to the street on Pipeline Read -- that the bumpers of vehicles will extend into the street. Page Ninez Minutes of the Regular Meetin pf the Planning and ap inq �� frgmmis's ion, November 12 1 � . 2. No provision has been made for garbage pick-up. 3. Parking area is too close to the buildings -r that there is no access for people to walk through. It was pointed put that an adequate number of parking spaces has been provided. Mr. Baker stated that two feet has been *provided between the building and parking area. Mr. Elliott stated that a fifty-nine (59) foot driving lane is propped fqr Pipeline Road, and, in his opinion, if the median could be reduced to two (2) feet, this would help Mr. Baker's situation -- that the traffic lanes could remain the same, and this would allow seven (7) feet of park say. Mr. Browne inquired concerning the space indicated between the apartment buildings. Mr. Elliott ad+Yised that a minimum space of ten (10) feet is required, if the apartment buildings are separated. Mr. Baker stated that he can alleviate the parking problem and also take care of the garbage problem. Mr. Baker advised that, in his opinion, two dumpsters will take care of the garbage -- that maintenance people will pick up garbage at each apartment and deposit it into the dumpsters. A lengthy discussion of parking facilities followed, and Mr. Baker advised that he proposes to reduce the length of the building through the stair-well , which will allow extra footage for the parking ar¢a. Mr. Pollard advised that fire stops must be included in the plans. Mr. Baker stated that he is agreeable to this. in a discussion of the square footage contained in the apartments, it was determined that the minimum requirement has been exceeded -- that the plans indicate that one bed-room units contain, 803 square feet and other untts contain 1 ,045 square feet and 1033 square feet, Mr. Tench made the motion to recommend approval of Commercial Building Permit No. 80, for the construction of Fairmont Addition Apartment, with stipulations, as follows: 410, 1 . The necessary fire Mops are provided, as required; (Page Ten, Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission, November 19, 1968") 2. The parking area is re-designed, so that it does not encroach on the easement of Pipeline Road; 3. A minimum of two (2) dumpsters is provided and suitably screened; 4. The pro-rata share, in the amount of $1 ,357.60, for existing water lines is paid to the City of Euless. Mr. Browne seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Tench, Browne and Lande Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. VIII. RESOLUTION NO. 121 , CALLING PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ZONING ASE NO. 182 Resolution No. 121 , calling a Public Heating to consider the request of Mrs. L. Q. Spencer for rezoning Lot 20 and the East ore?half of Lot 21 , Block 2, Arnett Addition, A. J. Huitt Survey, from "A" Residential to "R-3" Apartments, was presented. Chairman Weber advised that the suggested date for the Publdt Hearing is December 3, 1968. Mr. Tench made the motion to approve Resolution No. 121, setting a date for Public Hearing to consider Zoning Case No. 182,for December 3, 1968. Mr. Browne seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Tench, Browne and Lande Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. IX. fi� 9l. TON NO. 122, CALLING A OBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ZTQNTI NG CASE NO. 183 Resolution No. 122 was presented, calling a Public Hearing to consider rezoning a 5.73 acre tract out of the Solomon Huitt Survey, Abstract No. 705, from "A" Residential to "L-1" Limited Industry, and a 5.74 acre tract out of the Solomon Huitt Survey, Abstract No. 705, from "A" Residential to "R-3" Apartments, as requested by Main Development Company, Inc. (Pace Eleven, Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Plannning and Zoning Commissions November 19, 1968) Mr. Tench made the motion to approve Resolution No. 122, setting a date for Public Hearing to consider the request of Main Development Company, Inc. (Zoning Case No. 183)ffor December 3, 1968. Mr. Browne seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Nessrs. Tench, Browne and Lande Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. X. A JOURNE NT The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P. M. APPROVED: Chairman ATTEST: $ecreitary dfh