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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-06-07 '— PLANNING AND ZONING June 7, 2011 MINUTES The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Richard McNeese at 6:33 p.m. for consideration of scheduled items in the Council Chambers in City Hall of the Municipal Complex. Chairman Richard McNeese stated there was a quorum of members of the Planning and Zoning Commission present. MEMBERS AND STAFF PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Chairman Richard McNeese Vice Chairman Troy Mennis Commissioner Monty Huffman Commissioner George Zahn Commissioner LuAnn Portugal Commissioner Jeremy Tompkins Commissioner David Brown Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Economic Development Ron Young, Director of Public Works Paul Smith, Fire Marshal JT Ackerman, Public Works Manager Stephen Cook, Senior Planner Holly Houston, Administrative Secretary VISITORS: Bob McNamara, Lamarr McDonald, Lee McDonald, Adan Ocampo, Darl Easton, Alfredo Levy THE INVOCATION AND THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Invocation was given by Chairman McNeese and the Pledge of Allegiance was given by Commissioner Portugal. ITEM 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES for called meeting of May 17, 2011 Commissioner Tompkins made a motion to approve the minutes for called meeting of May 17, 2011. Commissioner Brown seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Tompkins, and Brown Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (5-0-0) Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes June 7, 2011 ITEM 2 CASE #09-04-FP — CONSIDER A FINAL PLAT Consider a request for a Final Plat changing International/Regional Industrial Complex, Block B, Lot A and Kitty House Survey, A-678, Tracts 1H1, and 1J to International/Regional Industrial Complex, Block B, Lot 10. This property is located at 1503 Royal Parkway. Stephen Cook, Senior Planner, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, RWWM Ltd, represented by Mr. Robert McNamara owner of Davis Machine is requesting approval of a Final Plat. The property is located at 1503 Royal Parkway and is zoned 1-2 (Heavy Industrial District) and PD 1648 (Planned Development 1648) based on 1-2 zoning. The applicant is proposing new construction of a parts machining shop. The site plan was recommended for approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission on April 6, 2010 and approved by the City Council on April 27, 2010. The site has been constructed. Stephen Cook stated the applicants representatives, Bob McNamara and Lamarr McDonald, were available for any questions. There were no comments or questions among the Commission. Commissioner Huffman made a motion to approve case #09-04-FP. Commissioner Portugal seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Tompkins, and Brown Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (5-0-0) ITEM 3 CASE #10-03-SUP — HOLD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT AND CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION FOR AN ORDINANCE Receive public input regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on Oakwood Terrace North Addition, Block 16, Lot AR1 for conversion of Auto Use to Convenience Store in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use District) zoning, and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located at 1600 W. Euless Boulevard. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Page 2 of 8 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes June 7, 2011 Stephen Cook, Senior Planner, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant and owner, Adan Ocampo, is requesting approval of a Specific Use Permit. The property is located at 1600 W. Euless Boulevard and is zoned TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use District). Mr. Ocampo received approval of a Specific Use Permit for his auto service business in October 2005. There are two structures on the property. Mr. Ocampo proposes to renovate the structure fronting onto SH 10/W. Euless Blvd by converting the full structure from auto service to a convenience store with fuel sales. The rear building facing Wilshire will remain auto service. The full conversion of the front building is substantially different from the uses approved by the previous Specific Use Permit, that staff requested that a new application for a Specific Use Permit be brought forward. The building to be converted contains 1747 sqft. All of the current auto service bays will be closed and converted to the convenience store use. The interior will be renovated with new restrooms, refrigeration units and a small service/food counter. Additional landscaping and parking lot striping will be completed to increase parking on the site. The existing concrete masonry unit building would be repainted and a wainscoting level of brick would be applied to the lower third of the building facades visible from the street. In the intervening years since the approval of the SUP in 2005, Mr. Ocampo has had several issues with maintaining the conditions of the property in compliance with nuisance, zoning and the conditions of the Specific Use Permit. These include the parking and screening of vehicles which are being serviced, the outdoor storage of tires and other items; signs on both buildings which were not in conformance to the sign ordinance. Mr. Ocampo in the past nine months has been working with the Building Inspections and Code Compliance offices to bring the existing conditions of the site into compliance with the City's regulations. If approved, Mr. Ocampo intends to convert the front building to the convenience store which would allow him to sign on with a national branding company for the store and fuel sales. The new branding would require a change in color of the fuel canopy and roof sign areas. Stephen Cook stated the applicants representatives, Adan Ocampo and Alfredo Levy, were available for any questions. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents/opponents to come forward for any comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Tompkins asked the applicant's representative if on the east side of the building, if the shown window will be a walk up or drive thru window. Alfredo Levy, 3551 Flair Drive, Dallas, Texas, stated it will be a window but will be blocked from the inside. Commissioner Tompkins asked what the hours of operation would be. Adan Ocampo, 1600 W. Euless Boulevard, Euless, Texas, stated the hours will be 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Page 3 of 8 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes June 7, 2011 Commissioner Portugal asked the applicant's representative if the applicant understands that there is significant work to be done and everything will be done within this special dollar amount. Alfredo Levy stated the previous contractor had the amount a little higher. They are working to find someone with experience and do the work under budget. Also they will use a thin brick as opposed to a full brick to help with cost savings. A lot of the interior amenities/materials are available on sale due to the economy. The electrical supplies are sufficient and they will relocate breakers and not add electrical service. Commissioner Portugal asked if there will be a branding change. Alfredo Levy stated that is up to Diamond Shamrock. Currently Valero brand still has a lot of Shamrock stations. Commissioner Portugal asked if they would not want to brand the store under the name. Alfredo Levy stated there are two separate items, the gas service and the convenience store. Commissioner Portugal asked if the mechanics will be displaced or employed at the other station. Alfredo Levy stated they have been gainfully employed at the other building because it is more efficient to keep all parts and supplies at one location. It has been several months since they have not used the front section for repair; this gave rise to do something with the space. Chairman McNeese asked if this business decision for the convenience store is because the automotive business is doing well. Alfredo Levy stated this is correct. Chairman McNeese asked if it is being operated under Diamond Shamrock brand. Alfredo Levy stated that is Shamrock. Chairman McNeese asked if this may or may not operate under another branding. Alfredo Levy stated Diamond Shamrock changed their name to Valero. They have converted some but not all to Valero. Chairman McNeese asked if there is any verbal or written agreement between the applicant and national brand. Adan Ocampo stated he has spoken with the supplier and the first thing he needs them to do is make improvements to the building. After he completes the remodeling he will Page 4 of 8 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes June 7, 2011 work to get it branded by Valero. Once that happens Valero will redo the outside of the building. Chairman McNeese asked if he is still negotiating this. Adan Ocampo stated he has to do his part but feels it will happen because he is a good customer (of Valero). They do not brand with a mechanic shop inside, it has to be a complete convenience store. Commissioner Portugal made a motion to approve case #10-03-SUP with the following conditions: 1)The Specific Use Permit would be tied to the owner: Mr. Adan Ocampo; 2) The Specific Use Permit would be tied to the business names: Adam's Auto Service and Adam's Food Mart; 3) All signage for both businesses specifically would be maintained to be in compliance with the Sign Ordinance of the City of Euless as amended; and, 4) All landscaping as shown on the site plan approved by the Specific Use Permit be installed prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the convenience store. Commissioner Tompkins seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Tompkins and Brown Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (5-0-0) ITEM 4 CASE #11-07-SUP — HOLD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT AND CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION FOR AN ORDINANCE Receive public input regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on Casa Bonita Addition, Block 1, Lot 2 for a Auto Repair and Maintenance Services in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use District) zoning and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located at 209 W. Airport Freeway. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Stephen Cook, Senior Planner, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Bob Parra, on behalf of Parra Car Care is requesting approval of a Specific Use Permit. The property is located at 209 W. Airport Freeway and is zoned TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use District). Parra Car Care is seeking to utilize the former National -- Transmission building located on Airport Freeway. The business seeks to perform auto repair and maintenance services on cars, light trucks and vans. Mr. Parra has operated in Euless for many years as the owner of Mid-Cities Service Center on W. Euless Boulevard. The applicant intends to improve the existing conditions of the site by Page 5 of 8 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes June 7, 2011 repaving the existing gravel/asphalt on the front parking lot and driveway on the west side of the property and replace it with concrete. Landscaping along the frontage of the building would be replaced and improved. The masonry building will be repainted and the existing signs painted on the building would be replaced with smaller, internally lit, wall signs. The front projection sign ( V shaped sign) would also be renovated for the new business. The existing fence screening the outdoor storage of vehicles would be repaired and re-stained for a more even finish. The property may be subject to Right-of- Way acquisition by the State of Texas for the future expansion of the SH 183/Airport Freeway project under the phase II of the project. This acquisition may be several years from the current date. The applicant intends to acquire and improve the site with the knowledge that the site may be acquired in the future. Stephen Cook stated the applicant's representatives were not available for any questions. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents/opponents to come forward for any comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Tompkins asked staff if Mid-Cities Service Center is located on Martha and Highway 10. Stephen Cook stated it is the yellow building on W. Euless Boulevard. Commissioner Huffman asked if this will be the same owner. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Economic Development, stated it will be the same owner. The business is working to expand and will continue to do business at the current location and the proposed location. Commissioner Brown made a motion to approve case #11-07-SUP with the following conditions: 1) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the Business Owner, Mr. Bob Parra; 2) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the Business Name, Parra Car Care; 3) Landscaping in the street yard of the property will be maintained and improved to be in compliance with the standards of the Euless Unified Development Code under Section 84-334. 4) The front parking area, driveway and drive aisle on the west side of the building will be reconstructed with concrete to City Specifications; 5) The screening fence to the rear of the property will be repaired and re-stained; 6) The building will be repainted in accordance with the applicant's intention as stated with their application letter; and 7) All signage on the site will be in compliance with the sign ordinance with the Euless Unified Development Code under Section 84-232. Commissioner Huffman seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Tompkins, and Brown Nays: None Abstention: None Page 6 of 8 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes June 7, 2011 The motion carried (5-0-0) ITEM 5 CASE #10-03-PP – CONSIDER A PRELIMINARY PLAT Consider a request for a Preliminary Plat changing A.M. Downen Survey, A-415, Tract 4B3 to Greenlands Square Addition, Block 1, Lot 2. This property is located at 1020 S. Industrial Boulevard. Stephen Cook, Senior Planner, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Mr. Norm Whiteman, representing Sheet Metal Workers Local #68 is requesting approval of a Preliminary Plat. The property is located at 1020 S. Industrial Boulevard and is zoned C-2 (Community Business District). The Sheet Metal Workers Local #68 wishes to increase training square footage of their facility located on S. Industrial Boulevard. The property has not been previously platted. This preliminary plat is in support of the further development of the property. Stephen Cook stated the applicant's representatives were not available for any questions. — There were no comments or questions among the Commission. Commissioner Huffman made a motion to approve case #10-03-PP. Commissioner Portugal seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Tompkins, and Brown Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (5-0-0) ITEM 6 CASE #10-04-SP – CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION FOR A SITE PLAN Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Site Plan for Commercial Development proposed to be located at Allen M Downen Survey, A-415, Tract 4B3, 1020 S. Industrial Boulevard. Stephen Cook, Senior Planner, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Mr. Norm Whiteman, representing Sheet Metal Workers Local #68 is requesting approval of —' a Site Plan. The property is located at 1020 S. Industrial Boulevard and is zoned C-2 (Community Business District). Sheet Metal Workers Local #68 is seeking to build a 5,000 square foot training facility to be added as a separate structure on the property Page 7 of 8 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes June 7, 2011 adjacent to the existing structure. The building will be a masonry structure with stucco exterior. Fire lanes and driveways will be improved. Additional landscaping will be installed on the property. Stephen Cook stated the applicant's representatives were not available for any questions. There were no comments or questions among the Commission. Commissioner Brown made a motion to approve case #10-04-SP. Commissioner Tompkins seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Tompkins, and Brown Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (5-0-0) ITEM 7 REPORTS There were no reports. ITEM 8 DIRECTOR'S REPORT There were no reports. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 7:01 p.m. 1115 771 0 VS. Chairman McNeese 7-1-44 Date Page 8 of 8