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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-02-17 f 411) Regular Meeting Planning & Zoning Commission February 17, 1981 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:35 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall by Acting Chairman Bob Williamson. Members & Staff Present Members Absent Bob Williamson John Deithloff Carl Tyson Robert McMillon Ralph Gibson Bob Eden Helen Lightbody Kent Flynn - Director of Planning Becky Null - Recording Secretary James Knight - City Engineer VISITORS Mrs. Willie Mae McCormick Man-Chun Siu Steve Snodgrass Walter Elliott Ulys Lane James Lucas Tom Calliham James Knight Mrs. Tom Calliham INVOCATION The invocation was given by Mr. Robert McMillon. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Eden made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting dated January 20, 1981, as written. Mrs. Lightbody seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Mrs. Lightbody, Messrs. Eden, Tyson, Williamson, Gibson & McMillon Nays: None Acting Chairman Williamson declared the motion carried. C Page Two, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, February 17, 1981 I. CONSIDER PLATTING - REPLATTING OF MIDWAY SQUARE III, LOT 1R, BLOCK F, LOCATED SOUTH OF HARWOOD DRIVE, WEST OF FULLER-WISER ROAD AND NORTH OF EAST DENTON DRIVE Mr. Ulys Lane with Wier-Brittain & Associates, representing First South- west Equity Corp. , presented the plat for apartments on a 9.8 acre tract. Mr. Tyson asked the density of the apartments. Mr. Lane stated the zoning would allow 24 units per acre, however, there will only be 20.8 units per acre. Mr. Flynn pointed out that Midway Square III was final platted a few months ago and included everything north of Midway Drive. He stated that on the plan the lots were labeled "Not Platted for Development" so it would be known that new development plans would have to be done before building permits were issued. He stated that this plat will actually be a replat known as Lot 1R, Block F, and the plat sheets have been changed to reflect this. He stated that from now on any plat within the Midway Square Project will be a replat. Acting Chairman Williamson asked Mr. Lane if he was aware of the Planning & Zoning letter. The letter has been made a part of the minutes. Mr. Lane stated he was aware of the letter and there are no problems with it. Mrs. Lightbody asked about the owner's plans regarding underground utilities. Mr. Steve Snodgrass with First Southwest Equity Corp. , stated that the letter is directed to the service itself which is supplied by Texas Power & Light, and they will go with the underground service. Mrs. Lightbody made a motion to recommend approval of the replatting of Midway Square III, Lot 1R, Block F, as presented. Mr. McMillon seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Mrs. Lightbody, Messrs. McMillon, Tyson, Williamson, Gibson & Eden Nays: None Acting Chairman Williamson declared the motion carried. C) Page Three, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, February 17, 1981 II. PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING CASE #328 - REQUEST OF JIM LUCAS FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM R-1 TO R-3 W/CUD FOR CONFORMING HOUSING FOR SINGLE FAMILY ATTACHED ON TRACT 2, J. E. FIELD SURVEY, A-540, LOCATED SOUTH OF GLADE ROAD, WEST OF NORTH MAIN AND EAST OF BAZE DRIVE Acting Chairman Williamson opened the public hearing and explained that the proponents would be heard first and then opponents. Mr. Walter Elliott, representing Mr. Jim Lucas, stated the owner of the property is requesting a zoning change to allow the construction of single family attached housing similar to that of Quail Run Estates to the north and Sagepoint Addition to the south. Mr. Gibson asked what the total square footage would be per unit. Mr. Elliott stated that the average unit would be approximately 1,000 square feet with a range from 900 to 1,100 square feet. He stated there would not be any units with less than two bedrooms. He stated there may be some 2 & 22 story units. Acting Chairman Williamson asked how many units are planned. Mr. Elliott stated there would be approximately 300 units. Acting Chairman Williamson asked if there were any other proponents. There being none, he asked for opponents. There being none, he declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Tyson stated he was concerned about the number of units that would be allowed under the R-3 zoning. He asked if the Commission could limit the number of units allowed on this tract. Mr. Flynn stated the Commission could limit the number of units if the petitioner is agreeable. Mr. Tyson stated that the site plan does not show the placement and number of units. Mr. Flynn stated that the site plan shows a typical lot layout that will be required for all development there, and the conditions also stated that the parking layout will be as shown on the typical lot layout. He stated that this is more than what is normally required. It also guarantees that single family attached dwellings are all that will be built on this tract even though it is zoned R-3. Page Four, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, February 17, 1981 In response to limiting the density, Mr. Elliott stated Mr. Lucas would agree to a limit of 8 units per acre which would give him some flexibility. Mr. Tyson made a motion to recommend approval of Zoning Case #328 with a maximum of 8 units per acre. Mr. McMillon seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Tyson, McMillon, Eden, Gibson, Williamson and Mrs. Lightbody Nays: None Acting Chairman Williamson declared the motion carried. III. PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING CASE #329 - REQUEST OF TOM CALLIHAM FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM C-2 TO C-2 W/SP FOR COMMERCIAL AMUSEMENTS, BILLIARDS AND BEER SALES AND CONSUMPTION IN LEASE SPACE #82, WILSHIRE SHOPPING CENTER Acting Chairman Williamson opened the public hearing and explained that the proponents would be heard first and then opponents. Mr. Tom Calliham, 224 Melbourne Road, Hurst, stated he is requesting a zoning change which would allow him to put in a billiard parlor. He stated it would be a place for men and women to go and enjoy themselves. He stated there are 36 million Americans now playing billiards and it is the sixth most popular sports activity. He stated it would not be a dump or a hangout. He also stated that the average age of the patrons is 25 years of age. He distributed a brochure of a similar type business. Mr. McMillon asked Mr. Calliham if he operated any type of business at the present time. Mr. Calliham stated that before he retired from the military last year, he was stationed in Florida where he owned and operated this same type business. He stated that since he has moved to this area, he intends to sell his part of the business in Florida to his partner. Acting Chairman Williamson asked Mr. Calliham if he presently leases this space in Wilshire Shopping Center. Mr. Calliham stated yes. Acting Chairman Williamson asked what type of snacks he is proposing to C sell. Mr. Calliham stated he plans to sell hot dogs, subs, salad and other snack bar type items. . Page Five, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, February 17, 1981 Mr. Tyson asked Mr. Calliham if he is aware of the current legislation C about limiting the consumption of alcoholic beverages to people 19 years of age and older instead of 18 years of age and how it will affect him. Mr. Calliham stated he went through that in Florida, and his business went up instead of down as anticipated. Mrs. Lightbody asked if he would require identification to prove age. Mr. Calliham stated he would require a valid driver's license. Mr. Tyson asked Mr. Calliham why he looked in a shopping center for a place for his business. Mr. Calliham stated there were not that many places around and also because in this shopping center there are already several entertainment places. He felt this would be a good location. Mr. Eden stated the Commission has been concerned about the loitering outside of these type establishments and asked Mr. Calliham how he would handle it. Mr. Calliham stated that if the Commission wanted to place a restriction concerning this, he would conform. Mr. Tyson asked Mr. Calliham if he had any problem with loitering inside. Mr. Calliham stated that it is a public place and that if people want to come and and just talk and have a sandwich, it is up to them. Mr. Eden asked if the zoning would continue even if the property changed owners. Mr. Flynn stated the property would remain zoned for this use and nothing else. Mr. Tyson stated he is concerned with the traffic generation that this type of establishment will create. He stated that the traffic will affect the other businesses. He stated he is opposed to this type of establishment in a shopping center. He felt it needed to be in a self- contained building. Mr. Siu, owner of Wilshire Village Shopping Center, stated he had not been able to get retail shops to come in the shopping center, especially now that other new shopping centers are opening. He stated that he has not had any problem with the bowling, cinema and arcade. He stated that there are over 1,000 parking spaces for the shopping center and has not had any parking problems. Acting Chairman Williamson asked Mr. Calliham if he thought 69 parking spaces are sufficient for his establishment. Mr. Calliham stated that 69 was more than he needed for his establishment in Florida. Page Six, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, February 17, 1981 C Acting Chairman Williamson asked if there were any other proponents. There being none, he asked if there were any opponents. There being none, he declared the public hearing closed. Mrs. Lightbody asked if the owners of the other businesses in the shopping center were informed of this request. Mr. Flynn stated that the notice was sent to the owner of the shopping center, and the individual businesses have not been notified. Mr. Tyson inquired of the status of the sign posting. Mr. Flynn stated the signs are complete, and that the City Attorney had just approved and returned the release form today. He stated that the signs will be used on the next request for change of zoning. He further stated that the fee will be increased to $165.00. Mr. Tyson felt that there would be considerable more interest in the audience had a sign been posted. After discussing the issue of traffic congestion and the congestion of entertainment establishments in the retail shopping center, Mr. Tyson made a motion to recommend denial of Zoning Case #329 based on the congestion that would be created in the shopping center. Mr. Eden seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Tyson, Eden, Gibson, Williamson and McMillon Nays: None Abstentions: Mrs. Lightbody Acting Chairman Williamson declared the motion carried. IV. OTHER BUSINESS Acting Chairman Williamson thanked Mr. Flynn for providing an update regarding zoning cases previously heard by the P & Z Commission. Mr. Tyson asked Mr. Flynn if the City is constructing a fire station now. Mr. Flynn stated funds are available and plans are in the making to construct Fire Station #3 this year. Mr. Tyson asked if a site has been chosen. C Mr. Flynn stated the City has purchased two lots on the north side of East Ash Lane next to the school property. He stated the lots were previously zoned for duplexes. c Page Seven, Regular Meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission, February 17, 1981 Mr. Tyson inquired whether the zoning would have to come before the C P & Z Commission for a fire station. Mr. Flynn stated he was informed by the legal staff that a public facility can be built without additional zoning because the lots are zoned straight R-2. He stated that if the lots had been part of a Planned Development, then the zoning would have to be brought before the P & Z Commission and City Council to change the development plan originally approved as was the case on the lots adjacent to the water tower. V. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m. if 0" ir 14,..i#,D, Chairman C