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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-01-02 P&Z MinutesCITY OF EULESS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION JANUARY 2, 2024 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 Chair: LuAnn Portugal, Commission Members: Curtis Brown, David Brown, and Eric Owens. Rubyann Crites was absent. During the Pre -Session Meeting: ➢ Senior Planner, Lisa Payne reviewed agenda items number 2 through 4 and provided a brief Development Report. 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 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. STAFF PRESENT: Michael Warrix, Director of Planning and Economic Development Major Jones, Director of Engineering and Public Works Lisa Payne, Senior Planner Drew Washington, Fire Marshal Yvonne Garcia, Administrative Secretary VISITORS PRESENT: Bently Durant Payoim Rahimian Zariyan Stark Laura Britton Daryl York Stephen Salcido INVOCATION Commissioner Owens gave the invocation. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner D. Brown led the pledge of allegiance. ITEM 1. APPROVED PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES Commissioner D. Brown made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of December 5, 2023. Commissioner Owens seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Page 1 of 5 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 of 5 January 2, 2024 Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal, Commissioners C. Brown, D. Brown, and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion carried. (5-0-0) ITEM 2. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO 23-12- SUP Chairman Ellis opened up the public hearing on Specific Use Permit Case No 23-12-SUP at 6:32 p.m. Lisa Payne gave a brief description of the case. The applicant intends to offer collision repair, which would all take place indoors and could include but not be limited to painting, welding, structure repair, suspension work, dent repair, and mechanical repairs. The applicant will not overhaul engines or transmissions at this facility. There is existing screening for the outdoor storage on the property (shown in pink on the attached surveys) and some of the screened area is even covered by awnings (shown in blue on the attached surveys). The business will be open Monday through Friday and have around 10-15 employees. Joe Hudson's Collision Center is a national chain with approximately 200 locations. Public hearing notification letters were mailed to surrounding property owners, and to date, staff has received no responses. Staff recommends approval of the Specific Use Permit, with the following conditions: 1) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Joe Hudson's Collision Center; 2) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, JHCC Holdings, LLC; 3) There shall be no outdoor service or repair to any vehicle; 4) All stored vehicles, car parts (including tires), and merchandise shall be screened from adjacent properties and the right-of-way (ROW); and additionally, all tires shall be stored indoors or under a cover so as not to collect rainwater; 5) There shall be no overhauls of engines or transmissions performed on any vehicle; and 6) 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 the applicant. Daryl York, representative of Joe Hudson Collision Center appeared to answer any questions. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from any proponents/opponents who wished to speak. There being none, Chairmen Ellis closed the public hearing at 6:34 p.m. Commissioner Owens asked if the same type of auto repairs that the predecessor performed Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 3 of 5 January 2, 2024 will be offered and if there will be any mechanical repairs associated with collision repairs. Mr. York answered that there will be no changes in services offered and they strictly do collision repair. Vice Chair Portugal wanted clarification on storage and air quality. Mr. York responded that screened outdoor storage will be used for damaged vehicles waiting to be serviced and all auto parts will be stored inside. Mr. York responded that for air quality they use a 3rd party business that ensures TCEQ requirements are met. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Vice Chair Portugal made a motion to approve Case No. 23-12-SUP for a Specific Use Permit for continued Auto Body Repair in the Texas Highway 10 Multi -Use (TX-10) zoning district in SW Mills Addition, Lots 4R & 5R, Block 2 located at 605 & 607 W. Euless Boulevard Commissioner D. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal and Commission Members: C. Brown, D. Brown, and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-12-SUP carried. (5-0-0) ITEM 3. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO 23-14- SUP Chairman Ellis opened up the public hearing on Specific Use Permit Case No 23-14-SUP at 6:39 p.m. Lisa Payne gave a brief description of the case. The applicant intends to continue the pre- owned auto sales use, which includes auto repair and a carwash as accessory uses, on the 5.975-acre lot. When there is a change of business name or business owner, such a use is only permitted in the Community Business (C-2) zoning district with the approval of a Specific Use Permit (SUP). In addition, Sec. 84-85(ah) of the Code of Ordinances requires a minimum of five acres to operate an auto sales lot, in which this lot is compliant. On August 28, 2001, the most recent SUP was approved for auto sales on this property by Ordinance No. 1488. The Classic South sales and service offices will be open Monday through Saturday. Public hearing notification letters were mailed to surrounding property owners, and to date, staff has received no responses. Staff recommends approval of the Specific Use Permit, with the following conditions: Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 4 of 5 January 2, 2024 1) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Classic South; 2) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Classic Chevrolet, Inc.; 3) There shall be no outdoor service or repair to any vehicle; 4) All stored car parts (including tires) shall be screened from adjacent properties and the right-of-way (ROW); and additionally, all tires shall be stored indoors or under a cover so as not to collect rainwater; 5) In accordance with Sec. 84-85(ah) of the Code of Ordinances, the auto sales use shall cease if the area devoted to auto sales decreases to less than five acres; and 6) 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 the applicant. Bently Durant, applicant appeared to answer any questions. Mr. Durant expressed that they are very excited to be in Euless. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from any proponents/opponents who wished to speak. There being none, Chairman Ellis closed the public hearing at 6:42 p.m. Commissioner Owens asked if this location will sell new or used vehicles and if they anticipate more foot traffic. Mr. Durant answered that this site will be Classic Chevrolet's second used car location and they will have a full car lot. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Commissioner Owens made a motion to approve Case No. 23-14-SUP for a Specific Use Permit for Auto Sales in the Community Business (C-2) zoning district in Grubbs Addition, Lot 1 R, Block A located at 1661 W. Airport Freeway. Vice Chair Portugal seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal and Commission Members: C. Brown, D. Brown, and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-14-SUP carried. (5-0-0) ITEM 4. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF FINAL PLAT CASE NO. 23-04-FP Lisa Payne gave a brief description of the case. This final plat is utilized to record subdivided property, dedicate Batiste Court right-of-way (ROW), and establish easements. This plat contains four residential lots, all of which comply with the R-1 zoning regulations. To make it clear that every lot complies with the minimum 65' lot width requirement, the Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 5 of 5 January 2, 2024 applicant has added the lot widths at the front setback lines of Lots 2 & 3. Even though they're much larger lots, pie -shaped lots tend to not meet lot width requirements when measured at the property line, so it's widely accepted to measure the lot width at the front setback line. Further, Lot 4 includes the small area to the northeast of the cul-de-sac, as it is actually connected to the main portion of Lot 4, as shown in the inset on the plat. The Development Services Group (DSG) has reviewed and certified the application as it meets all requirements for consideration by the City of Euless Planning and Zoning Commission. Staff recommends approval of the final plat. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from the applicant. The applicant, Stephen Salcido, appeared and was available for questions. Commissioner C. Brown requested the timeframe since Pipeline Road is being worked on and resurfaced. Mr. Salcido answered that currently they do not have a timeline and he will request from the engineer. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Commissioner C. Brown made a motion to approve Case No. 23-04-FP for a Final Plat of Batiste Addition, Lots 1-4, Block A being 1.970 acres located south of the intersection of W. Pipeline Road and Forest Ridge Drive, Commissioner D. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal and Commission Members: C. Brown, D. Brown, and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-04-FP carried. (5-0-0) ITEM 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments presented. ITEM 6. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:52 p.m. ChairmA_ Ellis