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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-08-01 P&Z MinutesCITY OF EULESS PLANNING AND "ZONING COMMISSION August 1, 2023 MINUTES The pre -session meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Ellis at 6:00 p.m. in the Pre -Session Conference Room of City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Chairman: Steve Ellis Vice Chairman: LuAnn Portugal Commission Members: Robert Barker, Curtis Brown, Rubyanne Crites and Eric Owens. Those absent included: Commission Member: David Brown. During the Pre -Session Meeting: A Assistant Director of Planning & Economic Development, Don Sheffield reviewed agenda items number 2 through 5. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS — COUNCIL CHAMBERS The regular meeting of The Euless Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Steve Ellis at 6:33 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. STAFF PRESENT: Michael Warrix, Director of Planning & Economic Development Don Sheffield, Assistant Director of Planning & Economic Development Drew Washington, Fire Marshal Yvonne Garcia, Administrative Secretary VISITORS PRESENT: Jeff Allen Chuck Hixson Jonathan Hake Jordon Daily David Grates Diana Feltzer INVOCATION Commissioner C. Brown gave the invocation. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Chairman Portugal led the pledge of allegiance. ITEM 1. APPROVED PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES Commissioner Crites made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting July 18, 2023. Commissioner Barker seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chairman Portugal, Commissioners Barker, C. Brown, Crites and Owens. Page 1 of 9 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 of 9 August 1, 2023 Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 2. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT CASE NO 23-01-PD Chairman Ellis opened up the public hearing on Planned Development Case No 23-01-PD at 6:36 p.m. Assistant Director, Don Sheffield gave a brief description of the case. A one-story 25,000 square foot building is proposed at 3232 West Euless Boulevard adjacent to the JPS Medical Home Northeast facility. Ordinance No. 1014, adopted by City Council on October 10, 1989, established the PD zoning that currently governs the subject property. That ordinance, however, does not permit "Individual and Family Social Services Organizations" as permitted uses by right. The 6 Stones Mission Network is requesting an amendment to Ordinance No. 1014 that would allow "Individual and Family Social Services Organizations" as permitted uses, allow a deviation from existing UDC tree requirements, and add a design element for wall signage consistent with that illustrated in the Exhibits. The Ordinance for consideration would amend the Planned Development (PD) zoning for this individual tract as follows: 1. Allowing "Individual and Family Social Services Organizations" as permitted uses by right; 2. Allowing a deviation from UDC Section 84-334 (b) to read: Trees Reauired. One large tree of at least three inches in caliper and 12 feet in initial height shall be provided as follows: Street yards between 10,000 and 100,000 square feet. In street yards of more than 10,000 square feet and not more than 100,000 square feet, not less than ten trees plus one tree per 2,GW 5,000 square feet, or fraction thereof, of street yard area over 10,000 square feet shall be maintained. 3. Incorporating a design standard consistent with that illustrated in the Exhibits to read as follows: "Painted super graphics wall signs on building facades that include elements of backlit metal signage incorporated into the design". Site Plan: Access to and from the subject property will be from West Euless Boulevard via a 30-foot ingress/egress easement. Circulation within the development will be provided by a 24-foot wide mutual emergency access and drainage utility easement (MEADUE). Atotal of 84 parking spaces is required and 84 parking spaces are proposed. Four (4) accessible parking spaces are required and four spaces are proposed. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 3 of 9 August 1, 2023 Landscape Plan: The proposed landscape plan complies with Unified Development Code (UDC) requirements, as amended for this particular Planned Development. A total of 23 large trees are required and 23 are proposed throughout the site. These include lacebark elm, live oak, Shumard oak, and Chinese pistache. Shrubs and groundcover include dwarf nandina, dwarf yaupon holly, Texas Sage, Asian jasmine, and common bermudagrass. Elevations: Exterior building material will consist primarily of tilt wall concrete painted in smooth finishes. Photometrics: The 21 proposed fixtures comply with the parking lot and exterior building lighting requirements of Section 84-201(i) of the Unified Development Code. The Development Services Group (DSG) reviewed and certified this case for agenda placement at its June 27, 2023 meeting. Staff recommends approval. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from any proponents/opponents who wished to speak. Omar Rubio, representative for applicant was present to address any questions. Chairman Ellis closed the public hearing at 6:38 p.m. Vice Chairman Portugal asked if this location will be the home base for this organization. Mr. Rubio stated that they are already closing down other locations and that this would be their permanent location. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Vice Chairman Portugal made a motion to approve Case No. 23-01-PD rezoning of 5.935 acres from Planned Development (PD) District to Planned Development (PD) District, amending Ordinance No. 1014 to include "Individual and Family Social Services Organizations" as permitted uses, modify tree requirements, and add a wall sign design standard in the Plaza Grande Addition, Block A, Lot 1 R2, located northwest of the intersection of Raider Drive and West Euless Boulevard, 3232 West Euless Boulevard. Commissioner Owens seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chairman Portugal and Commission Members: Barker, C. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-01-PD carried. (6-0-0) Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 4 of 9 August 1, 2023 ITEM 3. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT CASE NO 23-02-PD Chairman Ellis opened up the public hearing on Planned Development Case No 23-02-PD at 6:41 p.m. Assistant Director Don Sheffield gave a brief description of the case. The applicant is seeking rezoning of 8.460 acres to facilitate the development of 130 new apartment homes and leasing management center adjacent to the existing Westdale Hills apartment development. Westdale Properties is owner/operator of Westdale Hills, which surrounds the subject property on the west, south, and east. Six (6) buildings are proposed totaling 180,000 square feet. All buildings will be three story structures between 44 and 46 feet in height. Eighty-four (84) two -bedroom units and forty-six (46) one -bedroom units are proposed. Density of the proposed development is proposed at 15.37 units per acre. The maximum allowable density in R-5 zoning is 24 units per acre. The Planned Development Ordinance for this case contains the following proposed Development Standards: 1. Maximum units per structure — 28 units; 2. Minimum front yard setback — 25 feet; 3. Minimum side yard setback on corner lot — 25 feet; 4. Minimum interior side yard setback — 0 feet; 5. Minimum rear yard setback interior — 0 feet; 6. Maximum building height — 50 feet; 7. Parking requirements: 7.1. Garages — 25% of total required parking; 7.2. No covered parking required outside of the garage requirement; 7.3. Garages shall be minimum 10'-6" wide; 8. Minimum patio square footage — 70 square feet; 9. Minimum secured storage space per unit -- 0 square feet; 10. Exterior construction shall consist of a minimum of 40 percent masonry; 11. Security gates not required; 12. Perimeter screening not required; and 13. No personal open space requirement. The application states that: (1) all units will exceed minimum square footage requirements; (2) pedestrian access will be provided to connect with existing nature trails within the floodway; (3) the proposed number of canopy trees will be 20 percent more than required; (4) the units per acre density is less than what is required (16 units per acre instead of the R-5 required 24 units per acre); and (5) provision for disc/ frisbee golf will be added to the existing 9-hole golf course. Site Plan: Two (2) points of access to the site are proposed, one from West Pipeline Road to the north and one from El Camino Real to the west. A 24-foot mutual emergency access drainage utility easement (MEADUE) provides internal vehicular circulation. A total of 261 parking spaces is required and 267 spaces are proposed. These consist of surface, Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 5 of 9 August 1, 2023 garage, tandem parking, and shared parking spaces (13) at Pinehurst Apartments, adjacent to the proposed development. Staff has confirmed that Pinehurst Apartments is overparked and that 13 spaces are available to be shared. Landscape Plan: Large trees proposed for installation along El Camino Real and West Pipeline Road include cedar elms, red oaks, and live oaks. Large and ornamental shrubs proposed throughout the site include dwarf burford holly, maiden grass, Texas sage, autumn sage, and Mexican feather grass. Groundcovers include lantana, liriope, and common Bermuda grass. Elevations: All building exteriors will consist of brick and fiber -cement siding. The entire first floor of all front, side, and rear elevations will be brick. Photometrics: The 92 proposed fixtures comply with the parking lot and exterior building lighting requirements of Section 84-201(i) of the Unified Development Code. The Development Services Group (DSG) reviewed and certified this case for agenda placement at its June 27, 2023 meeting. Staff recommends approval. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from any proponents/opponents who wished to speak. Chuck Hixson, property owner appeared and gave a brief overview. He bought the property in 1995 and has about 2100 apartment units and has owned for the past 25 years. Mr. Hixson also mentioned that the older units would be renovated in the future after this project. They are excited and looking forward in bringing new housing options for Euless citizens. Chairman Ellis closed the public hearing at 6:47 p.m. Commissioner Barker asked if the ground level will all be parking garages, or will it have ground level apartments. Mr. Hixson answered that there will be ground level apartments which will include tuck under garages. Mr. Sheffield commented that there will also be exterior parking. Vice Chairman Portugal asked if there are any special requirements in safety or fire when the increase of residents in a building. Mr. Sheffield responded that they would have to meet the most current adopted versions of the International Fire Code and International Building Code and it is more restricted then the original build. Commissioner C. Brown asked if the new apartment units will be an upgrade to the existing units. Mr. Hixson responded that the new units will have new appliances, Wi-Fi capability and the interior and exterior appearance enhancements. Commissioner Owens requested clarification on the square footage of the new apartment units comparable to the existing units, and inquired about the affect of this project on the existing water ponds. Mr. Hixson responded that the newer units are larger, around 952 square feet, and the water ponds will remain. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 6 of 9 August 1, 2023 Commissioner C. Brown made a motion to approve Case No. 23-02-PD in rezoning of 8.460 acres from Multiple -Family High Density Dwelling District (R-5) to Planned Development (PD) for the development of multifamily residential housing in the Sotogrande Addition, Tracts 14R, 22AR1, and 22R1B1, located near the southeast corner of West Pipeline Road and El Camino Real. Commissioner Crites seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chairman Portugal and Commission Members: Barker, C. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-02-PD carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 4. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT CASE NO 23- 03-PD Chairman Ellis opened up the public hearing on Planned Development Case No 23-03-PD at 6:58 p.m. Assistant Director, Don Sheffield gave a brief description of the case. The proposed change to the Planned Development zoning district at this location is specific to the number of eating establishments with drive-thrus in the Glade Parks development and specifically on this block. Initially, when development of Glade Parks began, there was concern expressed by staff and City Council about the potential for a proliferation of drive-thru restaurants which could create traffic issues and visual aesthetic issues throughout the development. In the intervening years, and especially after the pandemic, the drive-thru model has changed. Many full -service restaurants have reserved specific areas for take-out parking. Many restaurant establishments have gone to a fully drive-thru service model and do not rely on counter or sit-down service. In addition, some of the remaining lots in Glade Parks, including Block E, Lot 1, have smaller remaining footprints for development which would lend themselves better to this new paradigm of drive-thru eating establishments. The Ordinance for consideration would amend the Planned Development zoning for this individual tract by referencing all of Ordinance No. 1 Q44 which established Glade Parks, with the modification of Section 4.2.1.2. to allow a max►mum of two (2) eating establishments with drive-thru service within Block E. The existing restaurant with drive- thru service in Block E is Starbucks, which is adjacent to the subject property. The Development Services Group (DSG) reviewed and certified this case for agenda placement at its June 13, 2023 meeting. Staff recommends approval. Chairman Ellis requested the slide to show the view of the whole property and clarify the proposing traffic flow. Mr. Warrix responded that 1) Staff has reached out the property Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 7 of 0 August 1, 2023 owners who are from San Antonio and the District Manager of Starbucks and we are in the process of setting up meetings with those the two groups to talk about the concerns that were expressed at the public hearing on July 18t". 2) We have some suggestions to manage the traffic flow to talk with the two groups. David Grates, representative for applicant, gave a brief presentation. Mr. Grates is aware of the concerns regarding the case. In terms of sales, they make 20% of sales in the morning from 6a-11a, 50% during lunch from 11a-3p and 30% for dinner from 3p-9p. They average about 17-18 cars per hour in the morning and their drive-thru queues 12 cars, they also have their mobile drive-thru express lane. Mr. Grates went on to give traffic data and make a comparison to their other Euless location. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from any proponents/opponents who wished to speak Seeing there was none, Chairman Ellis closed the public hearing at 7:03 p.m Commissioner Owens, expressed his gratitude for the staff initiative to address their concerns and the clarification from the applicant on the drive-thru queues. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Commissioner Crites made a motion to approve Case No. 23-03-PD in rezoning- from Planned Development (PD) to Planned Development (PD) for the development of a drive- thru eating establishment at Glade Parks Block E, Lot 1 on the southeast corner of Brazos Boulevard and Rio Grande Boulevard. Commissioner C. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chairman Portugal and Commission Members: Barker, C. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-03-PD carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 5. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO 23-03- SUP Chairman Ellis opened up the public hearing on Planned Development Case No 23-03-SUP at 7:10 p.m. Assistant Director, Don Sheffield gave a brief description of the case. The applicant is requesting a Specific Use Permit to operate a dog daycare facility that would include boarding and grooming. Such uses (kennels) are permitted uses in TX-10 zoning with the approval of a Specific Use Permit by City Council. The applicant intends to lease and renovate 1,300 square feet within the existing 5,200 square foot building. The leased space will include indoor and outdoor play areas, open concept crates, a separate area for cat boarding, and a 1,760 square foot outdoor run area. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 8 of 9 August 1, 2023 Adequate parking exists on -site to accommodate the proposed business and existing tenants of the building. It is anticipated that the majority of vehicular traffic will be dropping - off pets and not being parked for extended periods of time. Five employees will staff the facility, three full-time and two part-time. The business will be open Monday thru Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Public hearing notification letters were mailed to all property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. To date, staff has received no responses. The Development Services Group reviewed and certified this case at its June 27, 2023 meeting. Staff recommends approval of the Specific Use Permit with the following conditions: 1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Sniffs and Licks Playcare; 2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Bethany Booth and; 3. The Specific Use Permit may be revoked if one or more of the conditions imposed by this permit has not been met or has been violated. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from any proponents/opponents who wished to speak. Diana Feltzer, aunt to the applicant, appeared and stated that once opened they have plans to donate a percentage to HEB animal shelter, foster dogs to find them forever homes and look at hiring special needs people for employment. Chairman Ellis closed the public hearing at 7:15 p,m. Commissioner C. Brown requested clarification on number of dogs they are able to board and amount of staff. Ms. Feltzer responded that they would start at '10 dogs and 3-5 staff techs once they get started. Commissioner Owens asked to clarify the location. Ms. Feltzer confirmed that the location is in a shared building that is family owned and have separate entrances. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Vice Chairman Portugal made a motion to approve tease No. 23-03-SUP for a Specific Use Permit for Sniffs and Licks Playcare to'establish a kennel business in the Texas Highway 10 Multi -Use District (TX-10), Kitty House Addition, Abstract 678, Tract 1 B03, located at 2215 West Pipeline Road Suite B. Commissioner Crites seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chairman Portugal and Commission Members: Barker, C. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 9 of 9 August 1, 2023 Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-03-SUP carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments presented. ITEM 7. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:27 p.m. Vice Chairman Po%gal