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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-03-05 P&Z MinutesCITY OF EULESS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MARCH 5, 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 City Chambers'of City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Chairman: Steve Ellis Vice Chair: LuAnn Portugal, Commission Members: Curtis Brown, David Brown, Rubyann Crites and Eric Owens. During the Pre -Session Meeting: ➢ Director of Planning and Economic Development, Michael Warrix reviewed agenda items number 2 through 5 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 6:32 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 Public Works and Engineering Drew Washington, Fire Marshal Yvonne Garcia, Administrative Secretary of Planning and Economic Development VISITORS PRESENT: Lee Ann Folan Daniel Nganga Zinganga Colt Cantrell INVOCATION Commissioner Crites gave the invocation. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Chair Portugal led the pledge of allegiance. ITEM 1. APPROVED PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES Commissioner Owens made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting February 20, 2024. Commissioner D. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal Commissioners C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Page 1 of 6 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 of 6 March 5, 2024 Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 2. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO 24-03-SUP Chairman Ellis opened up the public hearing on Specific Use Permit Case No 24-03-SUP at 6:34 p.m. Michael Warrix gave a brief description of the case. The applicant intends to operate AEF Ministries from a commercial tenant suite south of W. Pipeline Road and approximately 135 feet east of Arwine Court. A place of worship is only permitted in the C-2 zoning district with the approval of a Specific Use Permit (SUP). This church has 16 members, which requires only 4 parking spaces. The church's hours of operation are Monday from 4-6PM for pastor counseling, Tuesday from 5-7:30PM for intercession prayer, Wednesday from 5:30-7PM for teaching, Friday from 5:30-8PM for deliverance session, Saturday from 4:30-6PM for choir practice, and Sunday from 11AM-2PM for worship. Staff recommends approval of the Specific Use Permit, with the following conditions: I. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, AEF Ministries; 2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Daniel Nganga Zinganga; 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. Public hearing notification letters were mailed to surrounding property owners, and to date, staff has received no written responses. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from the applicant. Daniel Nganga Zinganga, applicant appeared to answer any questions. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from any proponents/opponents who wished to speak. There being none, Chairman Ellis closed the public hearing at 6:39 p.m. Commissioner Owens asked about the growth of church members. Mr. Zinganga answered their focus is in teaching and training the current members. Commissioner C. Brown asked about the church's affiliations with organizations or if they're independent. Mr. Zinganga answered they are independent. Vice Chair Portugal said she noticed they are from Arlington area and if they would share the reason of purchasing in Euless. Mr. Zinganga responded that they have Euless and Bedford residents that attend their church and was able to lease this property. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Vice Chair Portugal made a motion to approve Case No. 24-03-SUP for a Specific Use Permit for a place of worship proposed to be located on Morrisdale Addition, Lot 2A2, Block Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 3 of 6 March 5, 2024 1-A at 4319 W. Pipeline Road in the Community Business District (C-2) zoning district and consider for a Ordinance. Commissioner Crites seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal and Commission Members: C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 24-03-SUP carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 3. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO 24-04- SUP Chairman Ellis opened up the public hearing on Specific Use Permit Case No 24-04-SUP at 6:42 p.m. Michael Warrix gave a brief description of the case. GameTime has acquired iT'Z Family Food & Fun and proposes to continue operating the amusement and recreation services use, but a new Specific Use Permit (SUP) is required to operate in the PD district when there is a business name change and owner change. GameTime intends to continue operating the indoor amusement format with rebranding changes that will provide a more modern atmosphere. The applicant will provide enhancements and updates to the existing attractions, which include arcade games, bumper cars, bowling, and laser tag. Food and beverage services, including alcoholic bar items, will be available, and the venue will still offer party rental space for birthdays, corporate events, and field trips. The current staff of 48 employees will grow to 60 with GameTime, and up to 85 during the busy time of year. The operating hours will be Monday -Thursday 4-10PM, Friday 4-11PM, Saturday 11AM- 11PM, and Sunday 11AM-10PM. Staff recommends approval of the Specific Use Permit, with the following conditions: 1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, GameTime; 2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, GT TX LLC; 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. Public hearing notification letters were mailed to surrounding property owners, and to date, staff has received no responses. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from the applicant. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from any proponents/opponents who wished to speak There being none, Chairman Ellis closed the public hearing at 6:45 p.m. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 4 of 6 There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. March 5, 2024 Commissioner D. Brown made a motion to approve Case No. 24-04-SUP a Specific Use Permit for continued Amusement and Recreation Services located on Euless Town Center Addition, Block 1, Lot 1 R at 1201 W. Airport Freeway, Suite 400 in the Planned Development (PD) zoning district, and Ordinance. Commissioner Owens seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal and Commission Members: C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 24-04-SUP carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 4. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY PLAT CASE NO.23-07-PP Michael Warrix gave a brief description of the case. This preliminary plat is utilized to illustrate property to be subdivided, dedicate Cresta Court right-of-way (ROW), and establish easements. This plat contains eleven residential lots and two open space lots, which all comply with the PD Development Standards. Preliminary plats are not recorded with the County Clerk, but the subsequent final plat will be. The PD calls for a minimum front building line for the living area of 13 feet and a minimum front building line for the garage of 22 feet. However, the PD states that Lots 5, 8, & 9 have a minimum front building line of 8 feet for the living area. In addition, the front building line for the garage on Lot 6 is pushed back from 22 to 28 feet to comply with the minimum 50- foot lot width, as required in the PD. 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 preliminary plat. Chairman Ellis asked to hear from the applicant. The applicant, Colt Cantrell with Cantrell Development Group, appeared and was available for questions. Commissioner Crites asked if the common rear fences will be rebuilt between the new and existing homes. Mr. Cantrell said that they would rebuild the fences. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 5 of 6 March 5, 2024 Commissioner Crites made a motion to approve a Preliminary Plat of Cresta Addition, Lots 1-11, Block A and B being 2.41 acres located south of W. Glade Road and approximately 130 feet east of Roxboro Road. Commissioner C. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal and Commission Members: C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-07-PP carried. (6-0-0) There were no public comments presented. ITEM 5. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF FINAL PLAT CASE NO. 23-09-FP Michael Warrix gave a brief description of the case. This final plat is utilized to record subdivided property, dedicate Cresta Court right-of-way (ROW), and establish easements. This plat contains eleven residential lots and two open space lots, which all comply with the PD Development Standards. The PD calls for a minimum front building line for the living area of 13 feet and minimum front building line for the garage of 22 feet. However, the PD states that Lots 5, 8, & 9 have a minimum front building line of 8 feet for the living area. In addition, the front building line for the garage on Lot 6 is pushed back from 22 to 28 feet to comply with the minimum 50- foot lot width, as required in the PD, 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, Colt Cantrell with Cantrell Development Group, appeared and was available for questions. Commissioner Owens asked for an explanation of the difference from their prior plat request and the lengthy timeframe. Mr. Cantrell explained that the prior request was made during COVID and it did not make economic sense to proceed at that time, but they are now ready to move forward on this project. He went on to explain that since their original preliminary plat was approved over two years ago and they had not gotten approval of a final plat in that two-year time period, that the Code of Ordinances requires a new preliminary plat application, and subsequent final plat application, to move forward. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 6 of 6 March 5, 2024 Vice Chair Portugal made a motion to approve a Final Plat of Cresta Addition, Lots 1-11 and lock A and B being 2.41 acres located south of W. Glade Road and approximately 130 feet east of Roxoboro Road. Commissioner Crites seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman Ellis, Vice Chair Portugal and Commission Members: C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites and Owens. Nays: None Abstention: None Chairman Ellis declared the motion to approve Case No. 23-09-FP 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 6:54 p.m. Chairman Ellis