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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-17 P&Z MinutesCITY OF EULESS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION September 17, 2024 MINUTES The pre -session meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Owens at 6:00 p.m. in the Pre -Council Conference Room of City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Chairman Eric Owens, Vice Chair LuAnn Portugal, Commission Members Curtis Brown, David Brown, Katherine Flannery and Rubyanne Crites. During the Pre -Session Meeting: Assistant Director of Planning and Economic Development Lisa Payne reviewed agenda items number 2 through 5. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS — COUNCIi. CHAMBERS The regular meeting of the Euless Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Eric Owens at 6:37 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 Lisa Payne, Assistant Director of Planning and Economic Development David Pendley, Building Official Zachary Hall, Fire Inspector / Investigator Yvonne Garcia, Administrative Secretary of Planning and Economic Development VISITORS PRESENT Zariyan Stark Michael Stevens Tripti Rampuria . Bill Linton INVOCATION Norman Monastesse Ehab Fallah Matt Mantong Commissioner. C. Brown gave the invocation. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice Chair Portugal led the pledge of allegiance. ITEM 1. APPROVED PLANNING AND ZONING COMISSION MINUTES Commissioner Crites made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting September 3, 2024. Page 1 of 8 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 of 8 September 17, 2024 Commissioner D. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was as follows. Ayes: Chairman Owens, Vice Chair Portugal, Commissioners C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites, and Flannery Nays: None Abstentions: None Chairman Owens declared the motion carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 2. FIELD A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERED A RECOMMENDATION FOR AN ORDINANCE FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT CASE NO. 24-08-SUP Chairman Owens opened up the public hearing at 6:42 p.m. Assistant Director of Planning and Economic Development Lisa Payne presented the case to the Planning and Zoning Commission and advised that the applicant, Tripti Rampuria, representing FK + Architect, on behalf of Avant Holdings Euless, LLC, is requesting a specific use permit for an event center on International Regional Industrial Complex, Block E, Lots A & D at the southwest corner of W. Euless Boulevard and Westpark Way. The property is in the Texas Highway 10 Multi -Use (TX-10) and the Heavy Industrial (1-2) zoning districts. The applicant intends to construct an 18,389 SF building with restaurant, retail, and grocery uses on the first floor and a 4,440 SF "for -rent" event center on the second floor with a 2,648 SF rooftop patio. The first -floor uses are allowed by right; however, the event center is categorized as "Amusement Services, Not Elsewhere Classified" in the Permitted Uses Table and is only permitted with the approval of a Specific Use Permit (SUP). If the SUP is approved, the applicant will go through a formal site plan submittal. Public hearing notification letters were mailed to all property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. To date, staff received one (1) response in support of the case. Staff recommends denial of the proposed SUP based on the following criteria from Sec. 84- 153 Conditions of Permit Approval. Sec. 84-153 (3) The benefits that the city gains from the proposed use outweigh the loss of or damage to any homes, businesses, natural resources, agricultural lands, historical or cultural landmarks or sites, wildlife habitats; parks, or natural, scenic, or historical features of significance, and outweigh the personal and economic cost of any disruption to the lives, business and property of individuals affected by the proposed use; Sec. 84-153 (8) The proposed use will be compatible with and not injurious to the use and enjoyment of neighboring property, nor significantly diminish or impair property values within the vicinity; and Sec. 84-153 (9) Adequate nuisance prevention measures have been or shall be taken to prevent or control offensive odors, fumes, dust, noise, vibration and visual blight. Should the Planning and Zoning Commission choose to recommend approval of the Specific Use Permit, staff recommends the following conditions: Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 3 of 8 September 17, 2024 a. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Valley Vista Event Center; b. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Avant Holdings Euless, LLC.; c. To mitigate noise, sound reducing insulation shall be used in exterior walls and between the first and second floors, no audio speakers shall be used on the rooftop patio, and potted evergreen shrubs measuring at least 3 feet tall must line the rooftop patio before the first event; and d. 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. Tripti Rampuria, applicant, appeared and was available for questions. There were no proponents or opponents and Chairman Owens closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m. Commissioner Flannery requested more information on noise abatement, the amount. of people that are expected to be on the rooftop patio, and if there will be any staff making sure people leave at closing time. Mr. Rampuria answered that they would use extra insulation in the walls to keep the noise levels low, and all event hall guests are able to use the rooftop patio. He said staff would stay until the end of events to ensure everyone vacates the premises, and he will speak with the owners about having private security during events. Commissioner D. Brown asked for the days and hours of operation for events. The applicant said events would end at midnight and would be on Fridays & Saturdays mostly. Vice Chair Portugal requested the applicant's experience in this type of business, and was concerned about crowd control on the 2nd floor and the costliness of an underground parking garage. The applicant answered that they operate grocery stores, but they are expanding their business, and this would be the first event center. He also stated that due to the topography, the parking under the building is only half underground. Chairman Owens wanted confirmation that the applicant has spoken with the City Engineer regarding underground parking, drainage, and detention. Mr. Rampuria stated he has spoken with the Engineering Dept. and if detention is required, they would construct underground detention to comply. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Commissioner D. Brown made a motion to recommend denial based on Sec. 84-153 (8) for Case No. 24-08-SUP Specific Use Permit for an event center at International Regional Industrial Complex Addition, Block E, Lots A & D on the southwest corner of W. Euless Boulevard and Westpark Way in the Texas Highway 10 Multi -Use (TX-10) zoning district and Heavy Industrial (1-2) zoning district. Commissioner Flannery seconded the motion. The vote was as follows. Ayes: Chairman Owens, Vice Chair Portugal, Commissioners: C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites, and Flannery Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 4 of 8 September 17, 2024 Nays: None Abstentions: None Chairman Owens declared the motion to recommend denial of Case No. 24-08-SUP carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 3. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERED A RECOMMENDATION FOR AN ORDINANCE FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT CASE NO. 24-13-SUP Chairman Owens opened up the public hearing at 7:03 p.m. Assistant Director of Planning and Economic Development Lisa Payne presented the case to the Planning and Zoning Commission and advised that the applicant, Michael Stevens with Texas Land Cruisers, LLC., is requesting a specific use permt for automotive sales at JW Lewellyn Addition, Block 1, Lot 1 at 2809 W. Euless Boulevard in the Light Industrial District (1-1) zoning district. Texas Land Cruisers plans to have a showroom from which clients will view vehicles with different options and then order their customized vehicle online, which will be shipped from another country. Once the vehicle arrives, final customizations will be added, such as bumpers, roof racks, and lights. No repairs will be performed. The vehicle will then be delivered to the client. Staff recommends approval of the Specific Use Permit, with the following conditions: a. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Texas Land Cruisers; b. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Michael Stevens; c. There shall be no outdoor advertising display other than a permitted sign indicating the name of the business; d. There shall be no outdoor service, storage, or display of vehicles, car parts, or merchandise; e. There shall be no on -site auto repair performed on any vehicle; f. There shall be no more than five (5) gallons of fuel stored per vehicle (including fuel in the vehicle gas tank) and no more than thirty (30) gallons stored within the facility; and g. 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. Michael Stevens, applicant and business owner, appeared and was available for questions. There were no proponents or opponents and Chairman Owens closed the public hearing at 7:06 p.m. Commissioner C. Brown asked if the vehicles are already customized or if they are done in- house. Mr. Stevens replied half and half based on the accessory or part(s). Vice Chair Portugal asked if the applicant understands the conditions that will be tied to the specific use permit. Mr. Stevens replied that he did understand the requirements. Commissioner Flannery inquired on the number of vehicles that could fit in the warehouse. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 5 of 8 September 17, 2024 Mr. Stevens answered six (6) to eight (8) different models in the showroom and an additional six (6) in the workshop area. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Vice Chair Portugal made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. 24-13-SUP for a Specific Use Permit for automotive sales at JW Lewellyn Addition, Block 1, Lot 1 at 2809 W. Euless Boulevard in the Light Industrial (1-1) zoning district, and consider recommendation for an Ordinance. Commissioner C. Brown seconded the motion. The vote was as follows. Ayes: Chairman Owens, Vice Chair Portugal, Commissioners: C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites, and Flannery Nays: None Abstentions: None Chairman Owens declared the motion to recommend approval of Case No. 24-13-SUP carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 4. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERED A RECOMMENDATION FOR AN ORDINANCE FOR ZONING CHANGE CASE NO. 24-01-ZC Chairman Owens opened up the public hearing at 7:14 p.m. Assistant Director of Planning and Economic Development Lisa Payne presented the case to the Planning and Zoning Commission and advised that the applicant Osama Nashed, representing ANA Consultants, on behalf of Ehab Fallah, is requesting a zoning change from Community Business (C-2) zoning district to Single Family Limited Dwelling (R-1 L) zoning district on Austin Killian Addition, Block A, Lot 2 at 2760 Fuller -Wiser Road. The applicant provided a conceptual plan that included the neighborhood layout with lot sizes, wall easements, and HOA lots labeled. Ten (10) residential lots are currently planned with one (1) large residential lot at the end of the cul-de-sac that's intended for the .property owner. This request being a zoning change, adjustments can be made before plat submittal, if the layout of the property continues to comply with the R-1 L standards, along with the engineering and design standards. Public hearing notification letters were mailed to all property owners within 200 feet of the subject property. To date, staff received one (1) response. in support of the case. Staff recommends approval of the proposed zoning change. Osama Nashed, representing ANA Consultants, and Ehab Fallah, property owner, appeared and were available for questions. Norman Monastesse lives directly adjacent to this property and is in opposition of cutting Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page F of 8 September 17, 2024 down the trees. Mr. Monastesse gave a brief summary of the history of the property and the trees. Chairman Owens read into the record the response in support received by Barbara Gilbert who resides within 200 feet of the subject property on Balsam Drive. There were no further proponents or opponents and Chairman Owens closed the public hearing at 7:37 p.m. Commissioner Flannery asked if any attempts have been made to reach out to the immediate community. Mr. Fallah responded they went to the apartment complex behind them and they are receptive to their development and willing to give them an easement for the sewer line. Commissioner D. Brown asked how the zoning of R-1 L was chosen and if there was another zoning to help preserve the trees. Mrs. Payne responded by explaining the difference between R-1 and R-1 L. Mr. Nashed responded that the chosen zoning was based off of setbacks, right-of-way dimensions, minimum square footage of homes, and size of backyards. Commissioner Crites asked if the City has a tree preservation ordinance. Mrs. Payne responded that the City does not have a tree preservation ordinance; however, there is a requirement that each house has at least two two-inch caliper large trees on the property. Commissioner C. Brown asked if the property owner would consider bringing in an arborist to give insight on preserving trees, and if there are any plans in notifying the progress of the project to neighbors. Mr. Nashed responded that once they get to the preliminary plat stage, they will engage with an arborist to help preserve the trees. Mr. Fallah said that he would list progress on the company's website, provide email for any questions, send out flyers or newsletters, and reach out to the surrounding Homeowners' Associations (HOA). Chairman Owens made a statement that he believes residential is a better use in this location than commercial. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Commissioner D. Brown made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. 24-01-ZC for a request to change the zoning from Community Business (C-2) zoning district to Single Family Limited Dwelling (R-1 L) zoning district on Austin Killian Addition, Block A, Lot 2 at 2760 Fuller -Wiser Road. Commissioner Crites seconded the motion. The vote was as follows. Ayes: Chairman Owens, Vice Chair Portugal, Commissioners: C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites, and Flannery Nays: None Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 7 of 8 September 17, 2024 Abstentions: None Chairman Owens declared the motion to recommend approval of Case No. 24-01-ZC carried. (6-0-0) ITEM S. APPROVED SITE PLAN CASE NO. 24-07-SP Assistant Director of Planning and Economic Development Lisa Payne presented the case to the Planning and Zoning Commission and advised that the applicant, Matt Mantong with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc., has requested approval of a Site Plan for Wilshire Elementary School located on Wilshire Village Addition, Block 12, Lot 7 at 420 Wilshire Drive, Hurst= Euless -Bedford Independent School District (HEBISD) intends to demolish the existing Wilshire Elementary School and construct a new building, parking lot, and play equipment in two phases. Phase 1 keeps the school in use throughout the school year by erecting the new school building next to the existing building. Temporary parking lots will be provided on - site during this time. Phase 2 takes place during the summer, where the current school will be demolished and a permanent parking lot will be built in its place. The Development Services Group has reviewed the site plan and has certified that it meets City standards. Staff recommends approval. Josh Minor, Executive Director of Facilities & Construction for HEBISD, appeared and gave a brief presentation of the project. Vice Chair Portugal requested a timeline of the project and inquired about fencing for safety. Mr. Minor said 10-12 months of construction for the new building, and 2-3 months to move in and demolish the old building. A 6-foot tall fence will surround the play areas and detention pond. Chairman Owens had concerns of the flooding in that area due to the elevation changes. Mr. Minor said the detention pond and their proposed improvements would minimize the current flooding. Commissioner Crites asked how they would minimize distraction from construction noise. Mr. Minor said they don't work on testing days and they use acoustic panels, if necessary. There were no further questions or comments presented by the Commission. Commissioner Crites made a motion to recommend approval of Case No. 24-07-SP for Wilshire Elementary School at Wilshire Village Addition, Block 12, Lot 7 at 420 Wilshire Drive. Vice Chair Portugal seconded the motion. The vote was as follows. Ayes: Chairman Owens, Vice Chair Portugal, Commissioners: C. Brown, D. Brown, Crites, and Flannery Nays: None Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 8 of 8 September 17, 2024 Abstentions: None Chairman Owens declared the motion to recommend approval of Case No. 24-07-SP carried. (6-0-0) ITEM 6. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:01 p.m. Vice Chair Putugal ' _