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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-03-07 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MARCH 7, 2000 MINUTES The Pre-Commission meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) was called to order by Vice-Chairman McNeese at 5:30 p.m. in the Building "C" Conference Room. Six members of the P &Z were in attendance. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS -COUNCIL CHAMBERS Vice-Chairman McNeese called the P & Z meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. for the consideration of scheduled items. He stated there were six members of the P & Z present. MEMBERS AND STAFF PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Vice-Chairman Richard McNeese Chairman Robert McMillon Bill Tarin Gene Sloan Mike Grove Ron Hughes John Deithloff Tom Cox, Director of Administration Carol Griffith, Planning Services Manager Ron Young, Assistant Director of Public Works and City Engineer Mike Logan, Fire Marshal Donna Brown, Administrative Secretary Dolores Tijerina, Staff Secretary VISITORS PRESENT Kirpal Singh Bhogal Harminder Singh Jassal Keith Wood Michael McGee Patricia Casamassima Bryan Klein Tom Hoover Martin Van Wolfswinkel Diane Back Janis Bower Lacy Ceraldy Douglas Sifford Janis Bower PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: Commissioner Tarin led the Pledge of Allegiance and Vice-Chairman McNeese gave the Invocation. C 1 ® APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Hughes made the motion to approve the minutes of February 15, 2000, with the correction to page 7, first paragraph: "Commissioner McNeese" to read "Commissioner Hughes". Commissioner Tarin seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. REGULAR AGENDA Vice-Chairman McNeese stated that Item 11, Case #00-05-SP, would be taken out of sequence and be heard first. ITEM 11 CASE #00-05-SP— RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A SITE PLAN Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Site Plan for a recreation facility proposed to be located at Flight Instrument Addition, Block 1, Lot 1, 1400 South Pipeline Road West. Carol Griffith, Planning Services Manager, stated that this is for the Dr. Pepper Star Center at Texas Star, an ice rink being built in partnership with the City of Euless and the owner of the Dallas Stars Hockey Team. She also stated that everything seems to be in order and staff recommends approval. Vice-Chairman McNeese called for discussion from the Commissioners. There being none, he called for a motion. Commissioner Deithloff made the motion to recommend approval of #00-05-SP and the motion was seconded by Commissioner Grove. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. ITEM 1 CASE #99-10-PD — PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT Receive public input regarding a request for a Planned Development changing the zoning of Edward Taylor Survey, Ab. 1550, Tr. 1A3. This request is for changing the zoning from TH (Townhouse Dwelling District) zoning to PD (Planned Development based on TH, Townhouse Dwelling District) zoning. This property is located north and west of the intersection of Fuller-Wiser and S.H. 360. C 2 ® Carol Griffith, Planning Services Manager, stated the piece of property has townhome zoning at the present time, however there are a few deviations that the applicant would like to have from the City's townhome zoning requirements. She stated that the applicant feels that his proposal includes enough amenities for the deviations. Ms. Griffith also stated the City requires a building separation of 30 feet; this project provides 12 feet separations in three areas, one area with 12.5 feet between buildings, one with 13.5 feet and three with 15 feet. She stated that maximum building coverage in the City's townhome standards is 40%, and that means 40% of the lot can be taken up by a building with the rest of the lot left clear. In this case the project has seven lots that are under 40%, nine that are 41% to 45%, and nineteen that are 45% to 50%. Ms. Griffith stated that basically this project is requesting quite a bit more density than what our townhome standards would allow. On maximum structure height, she stated that the City's townhome requirements are that a townhome must be one story within 60 feet of single family zoning. This project has single family zoning on two sides, the south side and the west side. With the City's standards the townhouses would have to be set back 60 feet from the property line. Ms. Griffith stated that this case has six townhomes are two story within 60 feet of single family zoning - four townhomes on the west side of the property and two on the south side of the property. She also stated that the City requires a landscaped strip along the entire perimeter screening fence, which this project has on the west and south boundaries where the single family zoning is, but not on the north boundary. Ms. Griffith stated that the P&Z tabled this case and asked the applicant to meet with the residents and come up with a plan that was modified to satisfy the residents. Ms. Griffith stated that this plan is the result of meeting with staff and resident input. Based on that they have moved the townhomes away from the south boundary of the property and this leaves the open space at the bottom of the property instead of in the center. She stated that staff recommends approval but only with a masonry wall surrounding the entire perimeter of the project. Chairman McNeese called for the applicant to present his case. Mr. Bryan Klein, Planner for The Hoover/ Klein Group, 1361 W. Euless Boulevard, stated since meeting with the residents and city staff, the plans for the project have been improved. He also stated that a number of things have changed from the last time this project was presented. Mr. Klein stated that the open space in the center has been moved to the south end, thereby making the distance between the townhomes and the single family residences by 82 feet instead of the 60 feet required by ordinance. He also stated that the two story homes within 60 feet of the single family residence will only have windows facing the street. Mr. Klein stated that there will be 12 three inch trees planted that are not required by code in the open space, which will be connected with two side walk areas. He also stated that another improvement is that the open channel for storm water will be placed underground. Mr. Klein stated that as people wait at the gate for entry the vehicle lights will be screened by 31 trees not required by code and vehicle lights into the single family area to the west will be screened by a masonry wall. He also stated that code requires 2 parking spaces per unit, but there will be 4 spaces per unit, plus 9 additional parking spaces for visitors. Mr. Klein stated landscaping requirements are two 2 inch trees per lot, 14 shrubs per lot and 10 square feet of ground cover, and this has been met on each of the lots. 3 Vice-Chairman McNeese called for proponents to come forward. There being none he called for opponents to come forward. Diane Back, 2908 Whetstone, asked if the units located to the north would have windows and what the location is of the masonry wall mentioned. Keith Wood, 404 Lexington, stated his overall concern about the project has been that we have lost a lot of the landscaping. He stated that if Mr. van Wolfswinkel had kept his original commitment to the homeowners there would have been a lot more of the big trees left on this strip. Mr. Wood requested of the P & Z to enforce this company to put in a minimum of thirty 8 inch caliber trees in the open area and enforce an eight feet masonry wall. Lacy Ceraldy, 2910 Whetstone, stated she had spoken with a representative and had been told that this area had been approved for single story townhomes. She asked how it got changed to accept two story townhomes. Ms. Ceraldy handed over a petition signed by neighbors against two story townhomes. Douglas Sifford, 505 Rosemary, stated his objection to this project is drainage from this property onto his. Michael McGee, 507 Rosemary, stated he would like to see a guarantee that if any trees die as the result of the enclosure of the drainage ditch along the fence back behind his house, they would be replaced. Mr. McGee also stated that he had the same concerns about drainage as Mr. Sifford. There being no other speakers, Vice-Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing. ITEM 2 CASE #99-10-PD — RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Planned Development changing the zoning of Edward Taylor Survey, Ab. 1550, Tr. 1A3. This request is for changing the zoning from TH (Townhouse Dwelling District) zoning to PD (Planned Development based on TH, Townhouse Dwelling District) zoning. This property is located north and west of the intersection of Fuller-Wiser and S.H. 360. Commissioner Hughes thanked the audience for their comments. He voiced concerns about the traffic issues regarding the entrance to the property and the drainage on lot 20, 21 and 22. Vice-Chairman McNeese called Mr. Klein back to the podium to address the questions presented. Mr. Klein stated they had met with the highway department and designed the deceleration lane on the shoulder of Highway 360 per their standards, which plans are being reviewed. Mr. Tom Hoover, Engineer for Hoover / Klein Group, stated that the plan is to enclose the system where the concrete channel exists and install a drop inlet so any water that comes out of these lots will get into the structure and get under ground. Mr. Hoover addressed the issues on light and noise pollution due to the 4 ® entrance into the property, stating the living screen by code has got to reach 6 feet within three years. Mr. Klein stated the hedges and shrubs were spaced about 4 feet on center so that when they reach 6 feet in height they will be a continuous living hedge. He also stated there is a masonry wall proposed along 360 that wraps around the entrance where you will have most of the vehicle traffic. Mr. Klein stated the value for the proposed townhomes, depending on the size, range from $120,000 to $165,000. Commissioner Hughes stated he had a problem with the number of exceptions to this property. Commissioner Grove asked Ms. Griffith to clarify Unified Development Code (UDC) requirements for townhomes. Ms. Griffith stated the UDC requirements for townhome zoning are that it must be one story within sixty feet of any single family zoning and beyond that point it can be two story up to 35 feet in height. Commissioner Sloan stated he was concerned about the applicant's reluctance to agree to a 6 feet masonry wall, but was pleased with the 80 feet on the south property line and amazed about the 24 feet on the west property line. Commissioner Tarin stated he disliked the two stories. Commissioner McNeese stated that as it is presented he could not support the project. He also stated that the City does not have the authority to force the property owner to replace the trees that have been removed Commissioner Tarin made the motion to recommend denial of Case#99-10-PD and was seconded by Commissioner Sloan. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. ITEM 3 CASE #99-11-SUP — PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT Receive public input regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on Edward Taylor Survey, Ab. 1550, Tr. 1A3, for a Private Street Gated Community in TH (Townhouse Dwelling District) zoning. This property is located north and west of the intersection of Fuller-Wiser and S. H. 360. Vice-Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, he closed the public hearing. ITEM 4 CASE #99-11-SUP — RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on Edward Taylor Survey, Ab. 1550, Tr. 1A3, for a Private Street Gated Community in TH (Townhouse Dwelling District) zoning. This 5 ® property is located north and west of the intersection of Fuller-Wiser and S. H. 360. Commissioner Sloan made the motion to recommend denial of Case #99-11-SUP and the motion was seconded by Commissioner Tarin. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. ITEM 5 CASE #99-12-SP — RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A SITE PLAN Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Site Plan for a Private Street Gated Town House Community proposed to be located at Edward Taylor Survey, Ab. 1550, Tr. 1A3, north and west of the intersection of Fuller-Wiser and S. H. 360. Vice-Chairman McNeese asked for any further comments from the Commissioners. There being none, Vice-Chairman McNeese called for a motion. Commissioner Tarin made the motion to recommend denial of Case #99-12-SP and was seconded by Commissioner Hughes. The motion was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. ITEM 6 CASE #00-04-SUP — PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT Receive public input regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on Sotogrande Addition, Lot 2281 B, for a church in R-5 (Multi Family High Density Dwelling District) zoning. This property is located at 3601 West Pipeline Road. Carol Griffith, Planning Services Manager, stated that the applicant, Life Fellowship Church, is asking to move into an existing recreational building that is in a multi-family development, behind a tennis court. Ms. Griffith stated that they will be leasing from the City of Bedford which owns the building. She also stated that all comments from staff have been addressed and that staff recommends approval. Vice-Chairman McNeese called for the applicant to come forward and present the case. Janis Bower, representative for Life Impact Fellowship, 3601 West Pipeline Road, stated that the re-striping of the parking lot had not been mentioned and this has been done. Ms. Bower also stated that they are still in the process of trying to get the landlord to make the repairs of the parking lot. C 6 Vice-Chairman McNeese called for any proponents or opponents to come forward. There being none, Vice-Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing and opened the case for discussion among the Commissioners. ITEM 7 CASE #00-04-SUP — RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on Sotogrande Addition, Lot 22R1 B, for a church in R-5 (Multi Family High Density Dwelling District) zoning. This property is located at 3601 West Pipeline Road. Commissioner Sloan asked if Life Impact Fellowship Church would be leasing from the City of Bedford through December 31, 2001. Ms. Bower answered yes. Commissioner Sloan made the recommendation that the Specific Use Permit be tied to the Life Impact Fellowship Church to December 31, 2001 and if the Church still existed, a renewal of the Specific Use Permit would have to be requested at that time. Commissioner Hughes made the motion to recommend approval of Case #00-04-SUP with the condition that the Specific Use Permit be linked to the term of lease for the current applicant and this specific congregation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Grove. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. ITEM 8 CASE #99-19-SUP — PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT Receive public input regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on portion of A.M. Downing Survey, Ab. 415, Tract 3E1 and 3N, for a temple in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use District) zoning. This property is located at 1400 W. Euless Boulevard. Carol Griffith, Planning Services Manage, stated that recently City Council approved a Specific Use Permit for this Sikh temple with four conditions: (1) submit a revised lighting plan approved by staff; (2) with a limit of three years to the congregation Gurdwara Sikh Sangat; (3) parking and fire lanes meet all requirements before Certificate of Occupancy is issued; (4) the signage meet TX-10 sign requirements. She also stated after this was approved by City Council the applicant realized that concrete was not financially feasible for them at this time. Ms. Griffith stated that the applicant requested to come back through the process and go with the original staff recommendation which would replace what City Council states as condition #3. She stated that staff recommends that this case be approved with a 3 inch asphalt overlay placed over all areas designated as fire lanes. Ms. Griffith stated in addition staff also recommends that the overlay be placed on parking in the center of the fire lane so that water will not collect in the parking spaces. She also stated that this is acceptable to the 7 ® Fire Marshal's Office with the idea that in three years the fire lane and parking would be brought up to City standards, which does include six inches of concrete. Ms. Griffith stated that staff recommends approval with that condition. Vice-Chairman McNeese called for the applicant to come forward and present his case. Mr. Kirpal Singh Bhogal, 137 Willow Ridge Road, Ft. Worth, Texas, 76103, stated that Ms. Griffith covered the case well. Mr. Bhogal stated there was a mistake in his calculation and that he appreciates the patience of the Commissioners. Vice-Chairman McNeese asked Mr. Bhogal if he understood that if this case was approved that within three years concrete would be on the parking lot. Mr. Bhogal stated that he understood. Vice-Chairman McNeese called for opponents or proponents to come forward. There being none, Vice-Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing and opened —the case for discussion among the Commissioners. ITEM 9 CASE #99-19-SUP — RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on portion of A.M. Downing Survey, Ab. 415, Tract 3E1 and 3N, for a temple in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use District) zoning. This property is located at 1400 W. Euless Boulevard. Commissioner Hughes asked Mr. Bhogal if the intention was to improve only the fire lanes or the whole parking lot with asphalt, not concrete. Mr. Bhogal stated that the east side of the building, which is the main parking area, will be covered and the rest will be repaired. He also stated that it would not be 3 inches all over, but would look nice. Commissioner Grove asked about the lighting plan not yet submitted. Mr. Bhogal stated that completion of the lighting plan was close at hand. Vice-Chairman McNeese asked if the drainage problem on the west side would be addressed. Mr. Bhogal stated a proposal for a concrete flume to provide drainage for that area. Commissioner Hughes made the motion to recommend approval of Case #99-19-SUP with the following four conditions: (1) a revised lighting plan approved by the staff be submitted; (2) the Specific Use Permit be limited to three years to Gurdwara Sikh Sangat; (3) that a three inch asphalt overlay be placed over the entire eastern rectangular parking area including those areas designated as fire lanes before issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy; (4) signage meet TX-10 sign requirements. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Tarin. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None 8 The motion carried. ITEM 10 CASE #00-03-SP— RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A SITE PLAN Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Site Plan for a commercial development proposed to be located at J.H. Havens Survey Ab. 685, Tr. 1, 1 E, 1E01, 1 E01A, 1 E02, on the southwest corner of Glade Road at S.H. 121. Carol Griffith, Planning Services Manager stated this development consists of an anchor retail store and some smaller pad sites. She astated that the site plan for the anchor retail store — the western half of the site plan — is a full blown site plan and the eastern half, which contains the pad sites, is a conceptual site plan. Ms. Griffith stated that the those units would be site planned as they come in. She stated that this would give the applicant the City approval needed to finalize the proposal for the proposed anchor retail store and that staff recommends approval. Vice-Chairman McNeese called for comments from the Board. There being none Vice- Chairman McNeese called for a motion. Commissioner Deithloff made the motion to recommend approval of Case #00-03-SP. Commissioner Grove seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. ITEM 12 CASE #00-01-UDC — PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT Receive public input regarding a request by the City of Euless for a change to Code of Ordinances Ch. 84 "Unified Development Code", Section 84-84 "Permitted Uses Table", Table 4-A "Permitted Primary Uses", in order to require a Specific Use Permit for hotels and motels in C-2 (Community Business District), TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use District), TX-121 (The 121 Gateway District), and LI (Limited Industrial District) zoning categories. Carol Griffith, Planning Services Manager, stated this was a staff initiated request to cause hotels and motels to require a Specific Use Permit in the zoning categories listed. Ms. Griffith stated at this time they are allowed by right and that staff believes this meets the City's responsibility for public welfare because of our past history with hotels. She also stated that staff recommends approval. Seeing no proponents or opponents, Vice-Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing. 9 ® ITEM 13 CASE #00-01-UDC — RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT Consider a recommendation regarding a request by the City of Euless for a change to Code of Ordinances Ch. 84 "Unified Development Code", Section 84-84 "Permitted Uses Table", Table 4-A "Permitted Primary Uses", in order to require a Specific Use Permit for hotels and motels in C-2 (Community Business District), TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use District), TX-121 (The 121 Gateway District), and LI (Limited Industrial District) zoning categories. Vice-Chairman McNeese called for comments from the Commissioners. There being none, Vice-Chairman McNeese called for a motion. Commissioner Deithloff made the motion to recommend approval of Case #00-01-UDC and seconded by Commissioner Sloan. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. ITEM 14 CASE #00-02-UDC — PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT Receive public input regarding a request by the City of Euless for a change to Code of Ordinances Ch. 84 "Unified Development Code", Section 84-84 "Permitted Uses Table", Table 4-A "Permitted Primary Uses", in order to require a Specific Use Permit for phone bank uses in the C-2 (Community Business District), TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi- Use District), TX-121 (The 121 Gateway District), LI (Limited Industrial District), I-1 (Light Industrial District), 1-2 (Heavy Industrial District) zoning categories. Carol Griffith, Planning Services Manager, stated phone bank uses are also commonly called "call centers" and these uses in Euless have a history of causing tremendous traffic and parking problems, and that staff believes these merit additional scrutiny for each site in relation to its environment. Ms. Griffith stated that staff recommends approval. Vice-Chairman McNeese called for proponents or opponents to come forward. There being none, he closed the public hearing. ITEM 15 CASE #00-02-UDC — RECOMMENDATION REGARDING A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT Consider a recommendation regarding a request by the City of Euless for a change to Code of Ordinances Ch. 84 "Unified Development Code", Section 84-84 "Permitted Uses Table", Table 4-A "Permitted Primary 10 Uses", in order to require a Specific Use Permit for phone bank uses in the C-2 (Community Business District), TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi- Use District), TX-121 (The 121 Gateway District), LI (Limited Industrial District), I-1 (Light Industrial District), 1-2 (Heavy Industrial District) zoning categories. Vice-Chairman McNeese opened the case for discussion among the Commissioners. There being none, Vice-Chairman McNeese called for a motion. Commissioner Tarin made the motion to recommend approval of Case #00-02-UDC and was seconded by Commissioner Grove. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice-Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Grove, Hughes, Deithloff, Sloan Nays: None The motion carried. ITEM 16 REPORTS There were no reports. ITEM 17 DIRECTOR'S REPORT There was no report. There being no further business, Vice-Chairman McNeese adjourned the meeting at Ch NfrA) Vice-Chairman Richard McNeese Date C 11