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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-09-16 PLANNING AND ZONING SEPTEMBER 16, 2003 MINUTES The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Richard McNeese at 6:30 p.m. for consideration of scheduled items in the Council Chambers in Building "B" of the Municipal Building. 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 Mike Grove Bill Tarin Monty Huffman Ron Hughes Perry Bynum Tony May Mike Collins, Director of Planning & Development Eric Wilhite, Planning & Development Manager Robert Barker, City Engineer Paul Smith, Fire Marshal Bill Ridgway, Director of Economic Development Karla Allen, Administrative Secretary VISITORS: Camelia Barbul and family; Jack and Glada Rose; and Tommy Sparks THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Commissioner Huffman and Invocation was given by Commissioner Hughes. ITEM 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES for called meeting of September 2, 2003 Commissioner May made a motion to approve minutes for called meeting of September 2, 2003. Commissioner Hughes seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Hughes, Bynum and May Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0). Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes September 16, 2003 Page 2 ITEM 2 CASE #03-05-RP — CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR A REPLAT Consider a request for a REPLAT of International/Regional Industrial Complex, Block A, portion of Lot A to International/Regional Industrial Complex, Block A, Lot 5 in order to construct COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. This property is located south of Hwy 10 on Royal Pkwy. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. This property is located between Regal Pkwy. and Hwy 10 on the east side of Royal Pkwy. The applicant is Windhorst Electric, Inc. The applicant has come before the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council last month for an approval of a site plan for an assembly facility that was approved. They purchased a one acre tract out of a larger parcel that was approximately 9.3 acres and the replat of the larger parcel to create an individual lot is necessary so they can be issued a building permit. The replat application is in substantial compliance with the City's submittal requirements and staff recommends approval. Commissioner Tarin made a motion to approve #03-05-RP. Commissioner Huffman seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Hughes, Bynum and May Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0). ITEM 3 CASE #03-03-PD — HOLD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AND CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION REGARDING AN ORDINANCE Receive public input regarding a request for a PLANNED DEVELOPMENT of Arnett Addition, Block 2, Lot 1-R from R-1 (Single Family Detached Dwelling District) zoning to PD (Planned Development) based on R-1 zoning and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located at 220 S. Main St. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant is requesting approval of a Planned Development based on R-1 Development Standards. The location of the proposed land use for a personal care facility is at S. Main St. and Alexander Ln. The applicant is proposing to operate a personal care facility. The commission was provided with detailed information from the Department of Human Services with respect to how it would administer various licensing requirements on this type of facility, and it also details some of the fire and Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes September 16, 2003 Page 3 building code issues. The applicant is proposing a personal care facility with up to six individuals. The property owners would not reside at this facility as their primary residence. They would hire staff to provide 24 hour/7 day a week care to provide the necessary services. The home they currently reside in is the proposed site for the personal care facility. This is a three bedroom dwelling with a garage that approaches off of Alexander Ln. There are no drive approaches onto Main St. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Chairman McNeese asked if the applicant or representative was present and to come forward for comments. Camelia Barbul, 220 S. Main St., Euless, gave a presentation regarding the proposed Assisted Living Home. She provided information regarding the requirements for this type of facility and what will be required for licensing from the Department of Human Services. She also stated how many staff would be required for the number of residents that would be occupying the facility. Ms. Barbul also advised some of the adjustments that would need to be made to the home in order to accommodate the residents. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents to come forward for comments. Seeing none Chairman McNeese asked for any opponents to come forward for comments. Tommy Sparks, 300 S. Main St., Euless, stated he thought the Assisted Living facility is a good thing and appreciates what the applicant is trying to do but he has concerns. Mr. Sparks is concerned about how this facility will affect his property value, liability for him having a pool in his backyard which is directly adjacent to the proposed property with elderly that could possibly wonder off and the fact that his property drops off approximately a foot and is concerned about them out walking and fall from the drop. Jack Rose, 212 S. Main St., Euless, stated the Barbul's are good neighbors but he was concerned as to how physically impaired the residents will be. Mr. Rose was also concerned about the traffic it would generate with emergency vehicles, guests and other possible deliveries. Mr. Rose stated he would rather it stay as a residential home rather than commercial. Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing. Commissioner May thanked the citizens for their comments and concerns and taking the time to come to the meeting. Commissioner May asked the applicant what type of experience she had running this type of facility, if there were other facilities of this type and if she had spoken with anyone who has this type of facility in operation. Ms. Barbul stated that she has no experience running this type of facility. She also stated there are many facilities of this Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes September 16, 2003 Page 4 particular type throughout the states, especially in California, and that she has spoke with many people who run these facilities. Commissioner May asked Ms. Barbul how mobile the residents that will be living in this facility will be. Ms. Barbul stated the residents will be able to walk on their own or be in a wheel chair. Commissioner May asked Ms. Barbul if she was licensed and if the caregivers will be licensed. Ms. Barbul stated she will be receiving her license after she receives approval from the City Council and that all the caregivers must be licensed. Commissioner May asked Ms. Barbul if she will be residing in the home after approval for the facility. Ms. Barbul stated they will not reside at this location because they have children and the residents do not need to be disturbed by children. Commissioner Bynum asked Ms. Barbul why they chose this particular home for the facility. Ms. Barbul stated they were looking for a large enough home that had a yard big enough for the residents to have an area for some type of recreation activities. Commissioner Bynum asked Ms. Barbul if she felt this type of facility needed to be located in a residential area. Ms. Barbul stated this is important for the residents to be a close to the family as possible and still receive the care they need and feel at home. Commissioner Hughes asked if there will be any remodeling done to the existing home. Ms. Barbul stated there will be some interior remodeling done to bring the home into compliance with fire and building code requirements and conversion of the garage for additional room. Commissioner Hughes asked who would be transporting the residents to and from any appointments. Ms. Barbul stated that her and her husband will be transporting the residents to any appointments, shopping or to other activities. Commissioner Hughes asked how the supplies would be delivered to the facility. Ms. Barbul stated that her and her husband would be responsible for bringing in all supplies for the facility. There will be no delivery trucks. Commissioner Hughes asked if they were planning on expanding the driveway. Ms. Barbul stated they are looking at expanding the driveway to the west or to have a circular drive in the front. Commissioner Hughes asked Ms. Barbul what the estimated amount of gross income she is expecting to generate. Ms. Barbul stated that it would depend on the type of care the individual would require. The basic service is approximately $2000 per month. Commissioner Huffman asked Ms. Barbul if her and her husband would be like an on- site manager and what the certification process would be for them too receive their Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes September 16, 2003 Page 5 license. Ms. Barbul stated that her and her husband would be the on-site managers and the certification class takes a little over a month to complete and she would have to complete a recertification class every year to keep her license. Commissioner Huffman asked how the residents qualify for acceptance into this type of facility. Ms. Barbul stated the resident must be seen by a doctor to verify they meet a certain health criteria for this type of facility. The Department of Human Services has strict guidelines for the type of residents that can be cared for in this type of facility. Commissioner Huffman asked Ms. Barbul how she intended to market this facility. Ms. Barbul stated she would be working closely with hospitals. Commissioner Tarin asked Ms. Barbul how many caregivers they are planning to have in the facility. Ms. Barbul explained there would five, four caregivers which include her and her husband, and one cook. Commissioner Tarin asked if any of the caregivers will be residing at the residence. Ms. Barbul stated the caregivers do not reside at the facility. Chairman McNeese asked Ms. Barbul if they reside at the home at this time. Ms. Barbul stated they do reside in the home now but purchased this home specifically for the Assisted Living facility. IIICommissioner Hughes asked Ms. Barbul if this proposal is approved would she have to receive a degree and what type of degree would be required. Ms. Barbul stated she would have to receive her certification. She has an Engineering degree in her country. Ms. Barbul stated she is required to have a CNA (Certified Nurses Assistant) certification. Chairman McNeese asked Ms. Barbul if her family would continue to live at the residence if the proposal is denied. Ms. Barbul stated they would have to possibly look at another facility. Commissioner May advised Ms. Barbul he appreciated her presentation but he does have to base his decision on what is presented and the City requirements. He stated she appeared to be very knowledgeable of the requirements and options they have. Commissioner Hughes made a motion to recommend denial of case #03-03-PD. Commissioner Bynum seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Hughes, Bynum and May Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0). Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes September 16, 2003 Page 6 Commissioner Tarin advised Ms. Barbul that the Planning and Zoning Commissioner is a recommending body and the City Council has the final approval. ITEM 4 REPORTS There were no reports. ITEM 5 DIRECTOR'S REPORT There were no reports. There being no further •usiness the meeting was adjourned at 7:19 p.m. /aCy0 /c2. 1/?C e a/evi ae-0- 6rd v—�