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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1972-03-21 ih, Regular Meeting Planning and Zoning Commission March 21 , 1972 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 8:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall , with Chairman Leonard Weber presiding. Other members present were Messrs. Harry Arth, Richard Leggett, Herman Wallace and Turner Gauntt. (Absent were Messrs . Robert Johnson and Jack Cline. ) Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Inspector Jack Bullard and Recording Secretary Florence Murr. VISITORS Visitors present were Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Himes, Mdmes . Chesley Johnston and James C. McLane, Messrs. Andrew Himes , Charles Patillo, Jr. , Chesley Johnston, Bill J. Lindsey, Troy M. Fuller, Louis G. Goeke, J. W. Murr, 0. D. McMullin and Lou Smith. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Leggett moved to approve minutes of the regular meeting dated March 7, 1972, as written. Mr. Gauntt seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Leggett, Gauntt, Arth and Wallace Nays : None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. II . PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING CASE NO. 221 REQUEST OF J-P DEVELOPMENT COMPANY FOR REZONING OF 3.09 ACRE TRACT IN KITTY HOUSE SURVEY, A-678, FROM "C-2" TO "L-1" (LOCATED IN NORTHEAST CORNER OF INTERNATIONAL/REGIONAL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX PLAT ON SH183) Chairman Weber opened the Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 221 to consider the request for a zoning district change on approximately 3.09 acres located in the Kitty House Survey, Abstract 678, from "C-2" Community Business District to "L-1" Limited Industrial District. (Page Two, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, March 21 , 1972) Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Lou Smith, General Manager for J-P Development Company. Mr. Smith presented over-all plans for the International/Regional Industrial Complex, which call for a variety of land uses. He advised that a 300 ft. strip adjacent to SH 183 is presently zoned "C-2", with the remainder being zoned "1-2" Heavy Industrial District. Mr. Smith explained that light manufacturing, such as totally enclosed electronic manufacturing, and light warehousing combined with office space are proposed for the area for which the zoning change is requested. He stated that two small buildings are proposed to utilize the area in the northeast corner, with 34,000 square feet in the complex. He stated that the current "C-2" zoning will not allow light manufacturing, therefore, this zoning change was requested. Replying to a question from Mr. Arth, Mr. Smith advised that J-P Development Company proposes to construct the buildings -- that this will be a speculative venture of their own -- that they do this quite frequently in different parts of the country, and they are of the opinion this area is right for this type of venture at this time. He explained that they build a "shell" which could be used for warehousing, but they put an attractive front on it and landscape it extensively, which brings in offices -- offices in the front with warehousing in the rear of the same complex. In reply to Mr. Arth's question, Mr. Smith stated that slightly more than three (3) acres are involved in this case and that J-P Development controls a total of eighty-five (85) acres in this area. Mr. Smith reviewed the Final Plat of International/Regional Industrial Complex, for the benefit of members who were absent from the meeting when the plat was approved. Mr. Arth asked if excessive noise from this area would affect the hospital . Mr. Bullard advised that he is of the opinion the "1-2" district will generate more noise than the area proposed for "L-l" zoning because "L-1" is more restrictive and also that this area faces the highway. Mr. Smith stated that the Developers are currently writing deed restrictions, which will include noise and gaseous conflicts. Mr. Arth asked why the zoning change is requested for such a small area, when the entire frontage is zoned "C-2" . Mr. Smith advised that this zoning co- incides with their development plan -- that a tri-level office complex is proposed, which fits in "C-2" zoning, and they are of the opinion the re- maining frontage property is excellent for commercial sites. Mr. Smith (Page Three, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, March 21 , 1972) stated that this type of complex must have a high traffic vantage point -- that they lease to small users, and it is surprising how many they will get from people seeing the complex go up -- that it is better to blend from lighter industry back to the heavier, which they anticipate being to the South. Chairman Weber called for proponents in this zoning request. There being none, he called for opponents. Mr. 0. D. McMullin inquired concerning the location of Pipeline Road, in relation to the proposed development. Mr. Smith advised that Pipeline is al- most directly across SH183 from proposed Royal Park Way. Chairman Weber declared the Public Hear- ing on Zoning Case No. 221 closed. Mr. Arth moved to recommend approval of the zoning district change requested in Zoning Case No. 221 , rezoning approximately 3.09 acres located in the Northeast corner of International/ Regional Industrial Complex, from "C-2" Community Business District to "L-1" Limited Industrial District. Mr. Leggett seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Arth, Leggett, Wallace and Gauntt Nays : None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. III . PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING CASE NO. 222, REQUEST OF RAYMOND RIMES FOR REZONING 5.7 ACRE TRACT IN J.P.HALFORD SURVEY, A-711 , FROM "R-1" SINGLE FAMILY TO "R-5" MULTI-FAMILY(LOCATED 120 FEET EAST OF RIMES DRIVE, NORTH OF THE SOUTHWESTERN BELL SERVICE CENTER) Chairman Weber opened the Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 222, to consider the request of Mr. Raymond E. Himes for a zoning district change on approximately 5.7 acres located in the J. P. Halford Survey, Abstract 711 , from "R-1" Single Family Dwelling District to "R-5" Multi-Family Dwelling District. Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Charles Patillo, representative for Mr. and Mrs. Himes, who presented small plats, indicating the current zoning of surrounding properties. (Paqe Four, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, March 21 , 1972) Mr. Patillo pointed out that property to the north of the tract in question is zoned "C-2", property to the east is "C-1" and "C-2" -- that the western half of property on the southern boundary is zoned "C-1", with the remainder zoned "R-1". Mr. Patillo com- mented that only three (3) lots are acutally in use as "R-1" (along the western boundary on Himes) . Mr. Patillo advised that rezoning of this property will offer a buffer for single family area from the commercial area along Main Street and on Fuller and Himes. Mr. Patillo presented statistics indi- cating that appearance of a development is the first consideration of potential apartment dwellers -- that 43% of all married families living in apartments have no children living with them -- that some people would rather rent than buy -- that assuming some of these people would have children he checked with the School District and found that Midway Ele- mentary School 's enrollment is below the design level and, with the opening of Lakewood Elementary, it will drop even more. He reported that H.E.B. School District statistics show there is one (1 ) child per apartment dweller and three (3) per single family residence -- that it would take a house costing $49,000.00 to support one student, and he considers it economically unfeasible to build houses which would support one child much less three, on this particular tract. Mr. Patillo advised that he proposes to construct 108 units, which falls between the density requirements for "R-4" and "R-5" zoning districts . He commented that this gives flexibility to meet City restrictions and allows them to design buildings, which will be above average, making the development an attractive asset to the com- munity. Chairman Weber asked if there were others who desired to speak in behalf of this zoning request. There being none, he called for opponents and recognized Mr. Bill Lindsey, whose address is 302 Lee. Mr. Lindsey asked if the proposed apart- ments will be constructed on 236 loans or conventional loans. Mr. Patillo replied that he is not in a position to answer this at this time -- that he does not anticipate utiliz- ing this type of money for this type of apartments -- that they are going to make the apartments more attractive to the point that they will be above average. Mr. Lindsey stated that he has no op- position to the requested zoning, but wanted clarification on that point. Chairman Weber closed the Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 222. (Page Five, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, March 21 , 1972) tor In reply to Chairman Weber's question concerning property to the West and South of the subject property, Mr. Patillo advised that the land to the west is being farmed at this time, and the area to the South is vacant land, which is kept mowed, but is not being used at this time. Mr. Gauntt inquired concerning easements for ingress and egress to the property. Mr. Patillo advised that Byers is the only dedicated street -- that there are dirt roads to the West and East, however, he has found no evidence of their ever having been dedicated as streets. He commented that the property on the West is owned by Mr. Raymond Himes' father. Mr. Arth commented that, in his opinion, the commercial tract to the north is poor zoning and asked if property can be zoned in the opposite direction. Mr. Bullard advised that this tract was rezoned several years ago -- that at one time Euless Electric Company planned to develop the tract commercially -- that a more restrictive zon- ing classification can be placed on a property, if the owner requests it, but to do so without a request, possibly would involve the City in a law suit. In reply to a question from Mr. Gauntt, Mr. Patillo advised that he is in the process of forming a joint-venture, which proposes to develop the tract -- that he is a partner, and they pro- pose to develop the land as soon as he finds some more partners. In answer to a question, Mr. Bullard advised that 50 feet of right-of-way was dedicated for Byers Avenue. Mr. Gauntt asked if the City's Engineers will do a traffic study of this location, if this zoning request is approved. Mr. Bullard advised that the only study the City's Engineers will make will be regarding the platting of the property -- that they can require additional access before the plat is approved. Mr. Patillo stated that he and his associates have taken this point into consideration -- that one of their members is a draftsman and they have adequate setback and are willing to dedicate 30 feet and are willing to pay for paving if the City will condemn the property on the East and West authorizing a complete new street from North Main to Himes. Mr. Bullard stated he is of the opinion attempts to negotiate for the property should be made, rather than involve the City in a law suit -- that this is the time to straighten it out, not (Page Six, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, March 21 , 1972) after the property is purchased. Chairman Weber stated that, in his opinion, the package which was presented by Mr. Patillo is going to complicate things for the City, and he does not think it is a workable plan. Mr. Patillo stated that their idea was to get the property zoned before designing the project -- that they hope to get property to the West, but have not approached the owner concerning the matter. Mr. Arth stated that, in his opinion, the zoning done previously was abominable and on the merits of the request -- and streets are no part of it -- he does not think the City should go any further with bad zoning. Mr. Arth moved to recommend denial of the request for change of zoning in Zoning Case No. 222. Mr. Leggett seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Arth, Leggett and Wallace Nays : Mr. Gauntt Mr. Gauntt commented that, in his opinion, the land usage is to the advantage of the City and, if a dedicated easement across this tract could be obtained, he thinks the Commission should have considered it. Mr. Leggett commented that one thing against the plan is the roads, and it should be a planned development. At the request of Mr. Gauntt, Mr. Bullard informed Mr. Patillo that he can withdraw his request, by letter to the City Secretary within 24 hours, and one-half of the fee will be refunded, or the request can go on to the City Council to see whether or not the Council concurs with the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation. Mr. Bullard stated that six months must elapse before the request is re-submitted if the City Council should deny the request this time. IV. RESOLUTION SETTING DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING CASE NO. 223 - REQUEST FOR ZONING DISTRICT CHANGE FROM "R-1" SINGLE FAMILY TO "C-2" COMMUNITY BUSINESS FOR TRACT A-2, PORTIONS OF TRACT A AND A-1 , BLOCK 1 AND TRACT B-R-A, BLOCK 2, OAK CREST ESTATES (LOCATED 400 FEET EAST OF CULLUM, SOUTH OF SH183) Mr. Gaunt moved to approve Resolution No. (Page Seven, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, March 21 , 1972) 201 , setting April 4, 1972, as the date for Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 223. Mr. Arth seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Gauntt, Arth, Wallace and Leggett Nays : None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. V. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Leggett moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Arth seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Leggett, Arth, Wallace and Gauntt Nays : None Chairman Weber declared the meeting adjourned at 8:55 P. M. APPROVED: Chairman ATTEST: Secretary fsm