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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-02-16 Minutes 4he Regular Meeting Planning and Zoning Commission February 16, 1971 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall at 8:00 P.M., with Chairman Leonard Weber presiding. Members present are listed, as follows : Messrs. Harry Arth, Bill Tench, Richard Leggett, Jack Cline and Leonard Weber. (Absent: Mr. E. E. Keplinger and Mr. Glenn Walker) (Mr. Walker contacted the Office of the City Secretary earlier in the day, advising that circumstances prevent his attending this meeting and the two regularly scheduled meetings for the month of March. Mr. Walker expressed his regret for the necessity of his absence from so many consecutive meetings.) Also present were City Inspector Jack Bullard and Recording Secretary Florence Murr. VISITORS Visitors present are listed, as follows : Messrs. Mike Allen, Alan Sumner, Leon Hodges, Jr. , Melvin Jackson, Jr. , Alan W. Hamm, J. B. Sandlin, Bill Pasteur, Walter R. Fitch, Joel Pitts, Morton Rachofsky and Bill Croslin. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Arth moved to approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting dated February 2, 1971 , as written. Mr. Leggett seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Arth, Leggett, Tench and Cline Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. II . CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING CASE 209, REVISED REQUEST OF PERSPECTA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND GOOD AND ASSOCIATES (FOUR TRACTS IN LAKEWOOD ADDITION) Chairman Weber re-opened the Public Hear- ing on Zoning Case No. 209 to consider the revised request of Perspecta (Page Two, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, February 16, 1971) Development Corporation and Good and Associates, which is as follows : Rezoning of Tract One, consisting of 4.194 acres, from "R-1" Single Family Dwelling District to "R-2" Two-Family Dwelling District, Tract Two, con- sisting of 12.522 acres, from "R-1" to "PD" Planned Development District, Tract Three, consisting of 13.337 acres, from "R-1" to "R-4" Multiple Family Dwelling District, and Tract Four, consisting of 12.873 acres, from "R-1" to "C-2" Community Business District. Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Mike Allen, President of Perspecta Development Corporation and representative for Good and Associates, Trustee for a portion of the property in question. Mr. Allen advised that the zoning re- quest was amended to conform with recommendations from the Planning and Zoning Commission -- that Tract Four was amended in shape and size to a depth of five hundred (500) feet, comprising a total of 12.873 acres, for which "C-2" zoning is requested. Mr. Allen stated that the boundary of Tract Three was amended to abut the eastern perimeter of Tract Four, in- creasing its size to 13.337 acres, and the requested zoning for this tract was changed to "R-4" Multiple Family Dwelling District. Mr. Allen explained that previously he had not really understood what "R-3" zoning meant, and is of the opinion "R-4" zoning would meet his needs, with a maximum density of sixteen (16) units per acre, designed primarily for family garden apart- ments. Mr. Allen advised that no change is proposed in the original zoning requested for Tracts One and Two. Mr. Allen advised that the proposed abandonment of right-of-sway for the extension of Cummings Road, from Tract Two to F.M.157, has been withdrawn -- that representatives from his firm have met with Mr. Walter Fitch, owner of the property South of Tracts Three and Four, and Mr. Fitch does not want to re-locate the extension of Cummings Road, preferring to have it extend straight to F.M.157. Mr. Allen stated that he and his associates have agreed to this and propose to indicate on their plat that they will dedicate an additional ten (10) feet of right-of-way for this street, to be dedicated when the street is put in. Mr. Allen stated that a street is still proposed across Tracts Three and Four to F.M.157, in the same location as previously planned and for the same reasons -- that they feel a road at this location is essential to development of the property. Mr. Allen ad- vised that they intend to make a connection with F.M.157 in the manner of this curved collector size road at the time development of the "R-1" area begins. Mr. Allen reported that streets have been discussed with the City's Consulting Engineer, Mr. Bill Ratliff, who suggested that he and his associates could enter into an agreement with the City prior to Final Plat Approval that money for their one-half of the cost for the extension of Cummings Road will be placed in escrow prior to issuance of building permits for Tracts Three and Four, with the idea that (Page Three, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, February 16, 1971) that the straight road would be built when Mr. Fitch is ready. In reply to a question from Mr. Arth concerning plans for the Planned Development, Mr. Bullard distributed plans furnished by the Developers previously. Members of the Commission discussed the street proposed to cross Tracts Three and Four, particularly its intersection with Cummings Road. Mr. Allen advised that this has been discussed with Mr. Bill Ratliff, who indicated that this could be worked out satisfactorily. Replying to Chairman Weber's question, Mr. Allen advised that they propose to start construction in the immediate future -- that the engineering has been started, and they propose to de- velop the single family area first. Chairman Weber called for proponents in this zoning case. There being none, he called for opponents. There was no response from the audience, and the Public Hearing was closed. Mr. Leggett moved to recommend approval of the amended zoning requested in Zoning Case No. 209. Mr. Arth seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Leggett, Arth, Tench and Cline Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. III . CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF TIME APPLIED TO CONDITIONS SUBSEQUENT INCORPORATED IN ORDINANCE NO. 326, ZONING CASE NO. 170, MR. BILL PASTEUR Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Bill Pasteur, who stated that he represents owners of approximately ten (10) acres located at the Northeast corner of Harwood Road and North Main Street. Mr. Pasteur advised that owners of the property request an extension of time applied to conditions subsequent incorporated in the ordinance rezoning this property. Mr. Pasteur introduced the owners of the subject property, Mr. Allen Hamm, who is the owner of Richland Drugs and the Town and Country Drug chain, and Mr. Johnny Sandlin, area Developer and former Councilman for the City of Richland Hills. (Page Four, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, February 16, 1971) Mr. Pasteur stated that the South 200 feet (located at the corner of Harwood and North Main) is zoned "C-2", and the remainder of the tract is zoned "C-1" -- that the delayed develop- ment has been due to their inability to obtain a supermarket to go along with the supermarket type drug store which is proposed for the property. Mr. Pasteur commented that there are no supermarkets in this area of the City -- that the site has been discussed with several supermarket chains, and everyone who has looked at it considers it an excellent location, however, there is a need for a little more market in the area -- there are not enough houses to support a supermarket at this time. Mr. Pasteur advised that interested representatives of supermarket chains have told him to come back in a year, and they will see what the market is at that time, and for this reason, owners of the property request a twenty-four (24) month extension of time for development. Mr. Tench asked if the drop in interest rates will expedite development of the property. Mr. Pasteur replied that this will make a difference; however, if they made a deal today it would probably be a year before construction could be started -- that large institutions move slowly and, in his opinion, the requested time will be needed -- that they would like to have more than the prescribed eighteen (18) months. Mr. Cline moved to recommend approval of the twenty-four (24) month extension of time applied to conditions sub- sequent incorporated in Ordinance No. 326, as requested. Mr. Arth seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Cline, Arth and Leggett Nays : Mr. Tench Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. IV. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 176, CALLING PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING CASE NO. 210, REQUEST OF MRS. THERESE P. DOKE FOR REZONING 30.040 ACRES IN T. JASPER SURVEY (PROPERTY LOCATED 155 FT. WEST OF WILSHIRE DRIVE ON SOUTH SERVICE ROAD OF SPUR 350) Mr. Cline moved to approve Resolution No. 176, setting March 2, 1971 , as the date for Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 210, which is the request of Mrs. Therese P. Doke for rezoning (Page Five, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, February 16, 1971) property presently zoned "R-1" Single Family Dwelling District to "C-2" Community Business District for Tract One, "R-4" Multiple Family Dwelling District for Tract Two, "R-3" Multiple Family Dwelling District for Tract Three, and "R-2" Two-Family Dwelling District for Tract Four. Mr. Leggett seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes : Messrs. Cline, Leggett and Tench Nays : Mr. Arth Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. (Mr. Arth advised that he was opposed to the date designated for Public Hearing because he will not be able to attend the meeting on that date.) V. CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT: SPRING VALLEY ADDITION (LOCATED 469 FEET NORTH OF PIPELINE ROAD AND EAST OF SOUTH MAIN STREET) , DOCTOR LEON HODGES, TRUSTEE-OWNER Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Melvin Jackson, Jr. , who stated that he represents Sterling Productions General Contractors, and introduced Mr. Alan Sumner, Architect, and Mr. Leon Hodges, Jr. Mr. Jackson stated that he, Messrs. Sumner and Hodges are present concerning the Final Plat for Spring Valley Addition. Mr. Jackson advised that the property in question is located on the Northeast corner of the intersection of Pipeline and Main, 469 feet North of that intersection, not including the corner, which belongs to another individual . Chairman Weber advised that the City's Consulting Engineer has made some comments concerning the plat of Spring Valley Addition, which are as follows : "1 . Engineers did not get a copy of the filing plat for subject addition; therefore, he cannot verify dedication of fire lanes and easements. 2. The Engineer is of the opinion Whitener Drive should be at least thirty-one (31) feet wide. 3. The Engineer would continue to recommend the procedure outlined in Paragraph 7 of his letter dated January 25, 1971 , which states, as follows: ' It is out understanding that the Mobile Home Park is pre- pared to escrow funds for the improvement of Whitener Drive. We would recommend calling those funds and requir- ing this Developer to escrow funds at this time. We (Page Six, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, February 16, 1971) Cor suggest that the City proceed to improve this street with those funds, since a coordinated design will be necessary. ' Mr. Bullard advised that he will get a copy of the filing plat to Mr. Ratliff for verification of dedication of fire lanes and easements. Mr. Jackson advised that Whitener Drive will be thirty-one (31) feet -- that this was an error on their part,and they will correct it. Chairman Weber advised Mr. Jackson that the City is not ready to improve Whitener Drive at this time; there- fore, the Developer will be required to escrow the necessary funds for this project. Replying to a question from Mr. Leggett, Mr. Jackson advised that he estimates the property in question to be 650 feet from South Euless Elementary School . Maps showing surrounding properties were furnished Members of the Commission by the City Inspector. Mr. Bullard advised that he has reviewed the plans for Spring Valley Addition and has found no discrepancies -- that all requirements concerning density, parking ratio, set-backs, etc. have been met. Mr. Tench moved to recommend approval of the Final Plat of Spring Valley Addition, providing recommendations outlined in the memorandum from Mr. Bill Ratliff, Consulting Engineer, are complied with. Mr. Leggett seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Tench, Leggett, Arth and Cline Nays : None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. VI . CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT OF TRACT C, MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMPANY OF TEXAS SUBDIVISION (LOCATED ON NORTHEAST CORNER OF RIMES AND FULLER) Chairman Weber recognized Mr. Bill Croslin, who requests Final Plat Approval of Tract C, Municipal Services (Page Seven, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, February 16, 1971) Company of Texas Subdivision, which is the site for a facility proposed for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. Chairman Weber advised that the City's Consulting Engineer, Mr. Bill Ratliff, has made two comments concerning this plat, which are as follows : "1 . The easement across the tract should be abandoned. 2. The sewer in that easement should be severed rather than just plugged." Mr. Croslin advised that he is aware of these recommendations, and is in agreement with the Engineer -- that he would prefer to have the sewer severed. Mr. Arth moved to recommend approval of the Final Plat of Tract C, Municipal Services Company of Texas Subdivision, provided the easement across the tract is abandoned and the sewer severed, as recommended by the Engineer. Mr. Leggett seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows : Ayes: Messrs. Arth, Leggett, Tench and Cline Nays: None Chairman Weber declared the motion carried. VII . INTRODUCTION OF MR. WALTER FITCH Chairman Weber introduced Mr. Walter Fitch, a visitor in the audience, and welcomed Mr. Fitch to the meeting. Mr. Fitch commended Members of the Plan- ning and Zoning Commission for the fine job they are doing for the City. VIII . DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED EXTENSION OF MUNICIPAL WAY (TROJAN TRAIL) BEHIND EULESS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mr. Cline inquired concerning the status of the extension of Municipal Way behind Euless Junior High School . Mr. Cline advised that recently one of the school officials stated, '°I wonder what happened to the City and the street behind the school .". Mr. Bullard advised that originally, the school site was not considered large enough to dedicate necessary (Page Eight, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, February 16, 1971) right-of-way, and the school was one of the'§tumbling blocks". Mr. Cline advised that Mr. Wages is of the opinion they could move the football field, and they are willing to execute the thoroughfare. Mr. Bullard stated that the City was not aware the School District is anxious to proceed with this street ex- tension, and he will advise the City Manager of Mr. Cline's information. IX. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M. APPROVED: ATTEST: Chairman Secretary fsm