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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-09-17 PLANNING AND ZONING September 17, 2002 MINUTES The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman McNeese at 6:30 p.m. for consideration of scheduled items in the Council Chambers in Building "B" of the Municipal Building. Chairman McNeese stated there was a quorum of members of the Planning and Zoning Commission present. MEMBERS AND STAFF PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Chairman McNeese Vice Chairman Grove Bill Tarin Monty Huffman Ron Hughes John Deithloff Tony May Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development Bill Ridgway, Director of Economic Development Charles Anderson, Fire Inspector Karla Allen, Administrative Secretary VISITORS: Larry Loyd, Auto Options, Inc. David Hagar, Texas Star Business Center THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Commissioner Tarin and Invocation was given by Commissioner Huffman. ITEM 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Hughes made a motion to approve minutes from September 3, 2002 as written. Commissioner Huffman seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Huffman, Hughes and Deithloff Nays: None Abstention: Commissioners Tarin and May The motion carried (4-0-2) ITEM 2 CASE #02-06-SUP — HOLD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT AND CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION FOR AN ORDINANCE Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 September 17, 2002 Receive public input regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit on Airport Business Park, Block 1, Portion Lot 1R, for a Motor Vehicle Dealership in 1-2 (Heavy Industrial District) zoning, and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located on 1205 Texas Star Pkwy., Suite 110. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant Auto Options, Inc. DBA/Just Jeeps of Texas, is requesting a Specific Use Permit for the operation of a motor vehicle dealership using internet based sales. The UDC requires a minimum acreage of five acres for any type of pre-owned or new car sales which triggers the SUP process. The location for the proposed car sales would be at the Texas Star Business Center. The use of the space is intended to be a showcase for up to fifteen vehicle at any one time. Included in the information provided are the hours of operation and additional information that establishes there will be no outdoor display or storage of the vehicles and the nature of their business sales is through Internet. Individuals wanting to view the vehicles would typically call and schedule an appointment. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Chairman McNeese asked if the applicant or representative was present and to come forward for any comments. Larry Loyd, 1013 Harrison Ln., Hurst, stated he is a retired new car salesman working with Mercedes and currently has his business located in Dallas on Harry Hines and is looking for a facility that will allow him to continue his business with the ability to store his vehicles in an enclosed environment. The Texas Star Business Center was extremely appealing to him because of the clean and well kept grounds. This business is a family owned business by himself and his wife. David Hagar, Manager of Texas Star Business Center, stated that he has made many improvements to the Business Center and is extremely particular about how business is operated out of the center. He does not allow any trash outside of the facility except what goes into the dumpsters and no overnight parking. After looking over this proposal and seeing the inventory he was impressed with the operation of this business and would like to see this type of business in his center. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents/opponents. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Commissioner May asked Mr. Loyd the name the lease was in, how long his lease was for and what was the percentage of his sales from the internet. Mr. Loyd stated the lease is for three years and under the name of the corporation. His internet sales is approximately at 90% plus. He does receive business from Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 3 September 17, 2002 word of mouth, as well as, repeat customers. Commissioner May asked Mr. Loyd how he advertises for his business. Mr. Loyd stated that 100% of his advertising is done on AutoTrader.com. The cost of the vehicles are $7,000 and under. Commissioner May asked what age are the vehicles. Mr. Loyd stated the vehicles are over five years old. Normally they will range from eight to ten years old. Commissioner Deithloff asked if the proposed business was located at 1205 Texas Star Pkwy., Suite 110. Mr. Loyd stated that was correct. Commissioner Hughes asked Mr. Loyd how the vehicles were going to be brought into the facility. Mr. Loyd stated they purchase the majority of the vehicles from CarMax in Irving and Fort Worth. They send them to a detail shop to be cleaned and polished and they will go and pick them up to bring them into the facility. Commissioner Hughes asked if there would be any type of maintenance or repair done on-site. Mr. Loyd stated that the only thing they would possibly do would be to top off fluid, otherwise all repairs and clean up is done elsewhere. Commissioner Huffman asked Mr. Loyd if these vehicles are being sold to dealers or to individuals. Mr. Loyd stated they are selling the vehicles to individuals. Only a small percentage of dealers will purchase from them. Commissioner Tarin asked Mr. Loyd if the lease would be under the name of Auto Options Inc. and for three years. Mr. Loyd stated it will be under the name of Auto Options Inc. DBA/Just Jeeps of Texas and the lease was for three years. Commissioner Tarin asked Mr. Loyd for the definition of a classic. Mr. Loyd stated classic could be misinterpreted. A classic is a twenty-five year old car or older that shows special interest or classic pricing. These are special interest older jeeps that are the cream of the crop that people are looking for. The customers range in age from 16 to 60 for these types of vehicles. Chairman McNeese asked Mr. Loyd if he owned 100% of Auto Options Inc., DBA/Just Jeeps of Texas. Mr. Loyd stated that he and his wife own the business. Chairman McNeese asked if this was a joint ownership and Mr. Loyd stated they are one in the same due to Texas law. Chairman McNeese asked where his business in Dallas was located. Mr. Loyd stated the business is located at 11460 Harry Hines Blvd. which is directly across from Sam Moon which is driving a majority of the business out of the area because of the traffic. Chairman McNeese asked Mr. Loyd if his business in Dallas has inside storage. Mr. Loyd stated that the business is outside sales just as any normal car lot. He stated that he pays $75-$100 for each car to be detailed and that will only last for a couple of days with all the dust from the road. Chairman McNeese asked Mr. Loyd what size of lot this was and how many vehicles does he store. Mr. Loyd stated he shows approximately 15 and can store approximately 25. Chairman Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 4 September 17, 2002 McNeese asked how long he has been at that location. Mr. Loyd stated the business has been at that location for six years. Commissioner May made a motion to approve case #02-06-SUP with the following conditions: 1) tied to the term of the lease which is 3 years, and 2) tied to Auto Options Inc., DBA/Just Jeeps of Texas, and Mr. Loyd. Commissioner Tarin seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Hughes, Deithloff and May Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0) ITEM 3 REPORTS There were no reports. ITEM 4 DIRECTOR'S REPORT There were no reports. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 6:50 p.m. !O - Ch. rman M• eese Date