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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-05-06 Regular Meeting Planning and Zoning Commission May 6, 1980 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:40 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall by Chairman Carl Tyson. Other members present were Messrs. Robert McMillon, Bob Eden, Chris Jones, and Bob Williamson, and Mrs. Helen Lightbody (arrived at 8:15 p.m.) . Member absent was Mr. John Deithloff. Also present were Director of Planning and Development, Kent Flynn, and Recording Secretary, Becky Null. VISITORS Visitors in attendance were Messrs. James Knight, Byron Folse, Robert Monroe, Troy Fuller, B. Hutel Carter, C. G. Ferrell, Allen King, Ronald Mercer, Ron Sternfels, E. B. Jackson, Jerry Jackson, Jack Browne, Ron Haynes, Gerald Lemmon, and Glenn Walker, and Mesdms: Willie Mae McCormick, Martha Head, Neilda Johnson, Eleanor Kecso, Sandra Mercer, Evelyn Williamson and Sue Brown. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Mr. Bob Williamson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. McMillon made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting dated April 15, 1980, as written. Mr. Jones seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messrs. McMillon, Jones, Williamson, Eden and Tyson Nays: None Chairman Tyson declared the motion carried. Chairman Tyson told the audience that Item III had been postponed by request of petitioner, and that Item V had been withdrawn by petitioner. C Page Two, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, May 6, 1980 I. PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING CASE 310 - REQUEST OF TROY FULLER FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "R-1" TO "R-4" ON LOTS 17, 18, 19 AND PORTIONS OF LOTS 22 & 23, ALEXANDER-CULLUM SUBDIVISION Chairman Tyson opened the public hearing and stated the rules of a public hearing; proponents being heard first and then opponents. Mr. Troy Fuller, 1004 W. Euless Blvd. , stated that he is requesting a zoning change from "R-1" to "R-4" on approximately 8.59 acres. He stated he represents Mr. & Mrs. Robert Nail, Bobby & Billy Fuller and Mr. H. H. Fuller. He stated that Mr. Bob Monroe is purchasing the property subject to the zoning change. He stated that there was a need for apartments because a lot of people are not able to afford single family housing and many prefer the lifestyle that comes with apartment living. Mr. Byron Folse, the architect, presented a pictorial representation of the layout and design of the apartments. He stated that they plan to keep as many trees as possible. He also stated that they are planning to have one and two bedroom apartments of good size. He stated that they have provided a little more than two cars per unit and will have adequate parking for visitors. Chairman Tyson asked if there were any more proponents. Mrs. Jack Harris, 106 E. Huitt Lane, stated that she owns property near the subject property, and that she is in favor of this zoning change. Chairman Tyson asked if there were any more proponents. There being none, he asked for opponents. Mr. Jerry Jackson, 112 E. Alexander Lane, stated that he was not necessarily an opponent, but wanted some more information. He stated that he owns lot 27 south of Alexander, and that the east side of his property runs along the creek. He stated that since there is currently a problem with sewer draining into the creek and with water runoff, he wanted to know what provisions are to be made to alleviate the current problem and to eradicate any future problems caused by this project. Chairman Tyson stated that when the project comes in for platting, drainage will be considered at that time. Mr. Jackson asked if there would be any cost to him because of drainage improvements to accommodate this new project. Page Three, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, May 6, 1980 Mr. Flynn stated that the City has a drainage ordinance that regulates the runoff of water and it is enforced anytime development occurs. He stated that before the subject property or his property is developed, the property would have to be platted and come into compliance with this drainage ordinance. He stated that the person wanting to develop on the site will have to bear the costs of the drainage improvements. Chairman Tyson asked for any more opponents. Sandra Mercer, 303 S. Main, asked if this development would affect the taxes on her property, and type of apartments would be built. Chairman Tyson stated that her taxes would not be affected. He stated that the apartments would not be like government apartments. He stated that there would be a maximum of sixteen units per acre, whereas government apartments are higher density. Mr. Bob Monroe, 73241 Highway 111, Palm Desert, California, stated that he wanted to stay with adult type apartments. He stated they plan to stay away from three bedroom apartments. Mr. Jackson asked if the developers could change their plans and put any type of multi-family units on the property if the zoning change is zpproved. Chairman Tyson stated that the "R-4" zoning would allow a maximum of 16 units per acre. He stated that the arrangement and design of the apartments could be changed from what was shown tonight. Mr. Eden stated that the developer would have to come back and plat the property. Mr. Fuller asked Mr. Tyson to explain platting for those in the audience who might not understand the term. Chairman Tyson stated that when property is to be developed, it has to be platted, and all engineering is reviewed by the City Staff to make sure our ordinances are complied with. Mr. Jackson asked if Alexander and Cullum will be widened in the near future. Chairman Tyson read the zoning summary and it is hereby made a part of the minutes. He stated that when this is platted, the portions of Alexander and Cullum that touch this piece of property will have to be brought up to the current standards. He stated that the developer will be responsible for one-half of the roadway that his property touches. C Page Four, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, May 6, 1980 Mr. C. G. Ferrell, 303 Cullum Drive, asked whether the whole street would have to be improved and whether these units are to be condominium type units. Chairman Tyson stated that just the portion of the street that touches the subject property would have to be developed until such time that development occurs on the surrounding properties. Mr. Monroe stated that initially they are to be apartments, but built with the idea that they would be converted to condominiums later on. Chairman Tyson asked if there were any more opponents. There being none, he declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Eden stated that for this particular piece of property there was not a much better use than multi-family use mainly because it was consistent with the idea of buffering commercial property with multi-family. Mr. Eden made a motion to recommend approval of Zoning Case #310 as presented. Mr. McMillon seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Eden, McMillon, Williamson, Jones, Tyson & Mrs. Lightbody Nays: None Chairman Tyson declared the motion carried. II. PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING CASE 311 - REQUEST OF JACK BROWNE FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "PD" TO "C-1" ON PORTIONS OF TRACTS lAl & 1A1B, J.E. FIELD SURVEY, A-540, LOCATED AT GLADE ROAD AND NORTH MAIN STREET Chairman Tyson opened the public hearing and stated the rules of a public hearing; proponents being heard first and then opponents. Mr. Jack Browne, Route 1, Box 56 D, Euless, Texas, stated that he was asking for a change of zoning from "PD" to "C-1" on the subject property. He stated that to the best of his knowledge, the subject property had been zoned "C-1" in 1970, and has been shown on the zoning maps as such. However, recently he learned that the property's zoning had been part of a planned development for "C-1" uses instead of "C-1" as he had thought. Page Five, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, May 6, 1980 Chairman Tyson read a letter from Mr. Bruce Casburn supporting the zoning change, and it is hereby made a part of the minutes. Chairman Tyson asked if there were any proponents. There being none, he asked if there were any opponents. There being no opponents, he declared the public hearing closed. Chairman Tyson read the zoning summary and asked that the summary be corrected by deleting the last paragraph of the Thoroughfare Information. The corrected zoning summary is hereby made a part of the minutes. Mr. Eden made a motion to recommend approval of Zoning Case #311 as presented. Mr. Williamson seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Williamson, Jones, McMillon, Tyson & Mrs. Lightbody Nays: None Chairman Tyson declared the motion carried. III. PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING CASE 312 - REQUEST OF ED THOMES FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "R-1" TO "R-5" ON LOTS 15 & 16, RAY SHELTON SUBDIVISION LOCATED WEST OF FULLER-WISER ROAD AND SOUTH OF PROPOSED EAST ASH LANE Chairman Tyson stated that the petitioner requested that this zoning case be postponed until a later date. IV. CONSIDER PLATTING - PRELIMINARY PLATTING OF THE WOODLANDS ADDITION, LOCATED WEST OF FULLER-WISER ROAD AND NORTH OF PROPOSED EAST ASH LANE Mr. Ron Haynes, representing Crow Develop- ment, 2001 Bryan Tower, Suite 3232, Dallas, Texas, stated that the property has approximately 39 acres, and they proposed 18 duplex lots and the rest will be single family. He stated that there is a creek that runs through the middle of the property and they have decided to place a street over the creek and place a pipe under the street to handle the water. He stated the lots will be roughly 70 to 80 feet wide and 110 to 140 feet deep. He stated the houses will range roughly from 1600 to 2200 square feet in size. He stated that he and his engineers had worked with Staff on several alter- native plans, and that this one worked the best. Page Six, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, May 6, 1980 Chairman Tyson read the letter from Mr. Kent Flynn to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and it is hereby made a part of the minutes. Mr. Flynn stated that there will be some offsite grading, and therefore, there will have to be an easement to facilitate that, and the developers will have to secure it themselves. He also stated that Texas Power & Light notified Staff that additional easements will be needed for their utilities. Chairman Tyson asked if there would be any restrictions regarding driveway cuts on the duplex lots that parallel Ash Lane. Mr. Eden stated that there was a note on the preliminary plat that stated that no private driveways will be allowed to connect to either Fuller-Wiser Road or Ash Lane. Mr. Flynn stated that the note makes it a part of preliminary platting and that Staff will make the same recommendation at final platting. Mr. Williamson made a motion to recommend approval of preliminary platting of Woodlands Addition as presented subject to the request from Texas Power & Light for additional easements. Mrs. Lightbody seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Mrs. Lightbody, Messrs. Williamson, Jones, Eden, McMillon & Tyson Nays: None Chairman Tyson declared the motion carried. V. CONTINUATION - ZONING CASE 307 - REQUEST OF JOHN ZEMPEL FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "C-2" TO "C-2" WITH "SP" FOR COMMERCIAL AMUSEMENTS, DANCE HALL AND POOL HALL IN #18 WILSHIRE VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER Chairman Tyson stated that the petitioner has withdrawn his request for a zoning change. VI. DISCUSSION - CONSIDER RECOMMENDATION TO CHANGE THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ALLOW OVERSIGHT OR REVIEW OF THE LOCATION OF ESTABLISHMENTS SELLING NARCOTIC PARAPHERNALIA Page Seven, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, May 6, 1980 Chairman Tyson stated that Mr. Flynn had talked with the City Attorney concerning the Commission's previous dis- cussions of establishments selling narcotic paraphernalia. Chairman Tyson further stated that he would like for the Commission to consider whether the Commission should make a recommendation to the Council to change the Zoning Ordinance to allow some oversight or review of the location of businesses of this type. If so, Chairman Tyson asked fellow Commissioners if this review should be done by Specific Use Permit. He also stated that if the Commission felt a Specific Use Permit was appropriate, they should decide what zoning district classification would be appropriate for the location of these establishments with Specific Use Permits. Mr. Eden stated that he felt that the welfare of the community would be best served by some sort of review of the location of these type establishments to protect the youth of the community. Chairman Tyson stated that he felt that these type establishments might best be located in "C-2" commercial and "I-1" industrial zones by Specific Use Permit similar to the manner in which massage parlors and other so-called "X-Rated" establishments are allowed in these zones by Specific Use Permit only. Mr. Eden made a motion to recommend to the Council that an ordinance be drawn up by the City Attorney stating that in order to protect the welfare of our youth, establishments selling narcotic paraphernalia be allowed only in "C-2" or "I-1" zoning districts through Specific Use Permit approval. Mr. Williamson seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Williamson, Jones, McMillon, Tyson & Mrs. Lightbody Nays: None Chairman Tyson declared the motion carried. VI. ADJOURNMENT There being no fu ther business, the meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. 1/0(/ Chairman C