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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-12-02 PLANNING AND ZONING DECEMBER 2, 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 Ron Young, Director of Public Works Allen Harts, Sr. Civil Engineer Paul Smith, Fire Marshal II Bill Ridgway, Director of Economic Development Karla Allen, Administrative Secretary VISITORS: David Hagar, Texas Star Business Center; DeAnn Hartman, Euless Transmission; Edward Arredondo, Euless Transmission; Mike Pizzelanti, All Paws Go To Heaven; Bill Fouse, Stainback; Abbey Adeyeye, Redeemed Christian Church of God; and other visitors as noted in the visitors' register. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Chairman McNeese and Invocation was given by Commissioner Bynum. ITEM 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES for called meeting of November 18, 2003 Commissioner May made a motion to approve minutes for called meeting of November 18, 2003. Commissioner Bynum seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Huffman, Bynum and May Nays: N one Abstention: • Commissioners Tarin and Hughes The motion carried (4-0-2). Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 December 2, 2003 ITEM 2 CASE #03-13-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 Bavarian Village Addition, portion of Block D, 1000 blk. W. Airport Freeway. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant, Stainback Organization, who is proposing to construct a 1,498 square foot restaurant for Starbucks Coffee to be located in the 1000 blk. of W. Airport Frwy. The site is located on the eastbound frontage road, immediately to the east of the existing Denny's Restaurant. There would be two points of ingress/egress to the site with the p rimary e ntrance i nto the facility off oft he eastbound A irport F rwy. frontage road through a mutual access for Office Depot and Home Depot. Another point of ingress would be off of Hwy 157 from another mutual access point they will have that will take them to the south of the existing site. Chairman McNeese asked for the applicant or representative to come forward for comments. Scott Holden, 5728 LBJ Frwy., Dallas, CPH Engineering, stated he was there to answer any questions. Bill Fouse, 8350 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Stainback Organization, stated they were the developers for the project and would answer any questions. Commissioner Hughes asked where delivery trucks will be accessing the property. Mr. Fouse stated they will be coming into the service road entrance and parking to the rear of the facility. Commissioner Bynum made a motion to approve case #03-13-SP. Commissioner Tarin seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Hughes, Bynum and May Nays: N one Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0). ITEM 3 CASE #03-09-RP — HOLD PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR A REPLAT Receive public input and consider a request for a REPLAT of Bell Ranch Terrace, Block 2, Lots 8-9; Block 3, Lots 1-5, 7&8; Block 4, Lots 8-13; Block 5, Lots 1-20 & 2 2-26; B lock 6, Lots 1 -26; Block 7, Lots 13-20 to Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 3 December 2, 2003 Oakridge Estates Phase II, Block D, Lots 1-9; Block E, Lots 1-30; Block F, Lots 1-52; Block G, Lots 1-7 in order to construct a SINGLE FAMILY DEVELOPMENT. This property is located at 1200 Signet Dr. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, stated the applicant requested this item be tabled to the next scheduled meeting, December 16, 2003. Staff recommended the public hearing remain open until the next scheduled meeting, December 16, 2003. Commissioner Hughes made a motion to continue the public hearing until the December 16, 2003 meeting. Commissioner May seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Hughes, Bynum and May Nays: N one Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0). ITEM 4 CASE #03-15-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 Addition, Block 1, Lot A4-2R, for a Truck Rental And Leasing in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District) zoning, and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located on 407 W Euless Blvd. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant, Euless Transmission, currently operates an automotive repair facility located at 407 W. Euless Blvd. They are proposing to operate a truck rental facility from the same facility which requires a Specific Use Permit. This item had been previously considered by the Commission in which specific conditions were established with respect to the number of vehicles, size of vehicles, and excess number of trucks to be removed within certain period of time. Conditions were also established that would limit the truck lengths to 21 feet, 26 feet, 30 feet and 35 feet and would be restricted to the Westside of the lot. Chairman McNeese asked the applicant or representative to come forward for any comments. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 4 December 2, 2003 Edward Arredondo, 1015 Denton Dr., Euless, stated he was available to answer any questions. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents/opponents to come forward for comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Commissioner May asked Mr. Arredondo why he thought the City Council denied the original request. Mr. Arredondo stated he did not realize he was suppose to attend the Council meeting and was not sure why it was denied. Commissioner May asked Mr. Arredondo if he thought there was still a need for this type of business in this particular area. Mr. Arredondo stated this would help their economic situation. Commissioner May asked if having these trucks parked on the lot would impact the existing business. Mr. Arredondo stated they have worked on how they can keep the other vehicles parked so it will not impact the existing business. Commissioner Bynum asked Mr. Arredondo if there would be any problem getting in and out of the property with the large trucks and having the excess vehicles gone by noon on Monday. Mr. Arredondo stated there would be no problem having the excess trucks removed by noon on Monday. They have also considered having their facility only as a rental station and not a drop off station. Mr. Arredondo also stated they have designated five parking s paces for the r ental t rucks and additional parking has been allocated for the truck drop offs. Mr. Arredondo stated there should be no problem for the trucks entering and exiting the property. Commissioner H ughes a sked i f t here was a d esignated p lace for the t rucks t hat a re dropped off to b e parked. M r. A rredondo stated t hey have five s paces available for additional parking. Commissioner Hughes asked how many cars they typically have on the lot on any day. Mr. Arredondo stated there was an average of 10 per day. Commissioner Hughes asked how many trucks they anticipate coming in on any day. Mr. Arredondo stated t here could be five at any time. T hey can route the trucks to another location if they do not have the room. Commissioner Hughes asked what type of screening is provided to the adjacent property. Mr. Arredondo stated there was a pipe fence along the southwest side that is attached to a wood fence. Commissioner Hughes asked if there would be any maintenance work done on the trucks at this facility. Mr. Arredondo stated that Penske would pick the trucks up and take them to their facility for any maintenance. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 5 December 2, 2003 Commissioner Huffman asked how the fueling of the vehicles would be handled. Mr. Arredondo stated the trucks are to be brought back fueled. Commissioner Tarin asked what they are going to do differently for the City Council to approve this case. Mr. Arredondo stated they are not sure why the Council denied the case. They will be attending the next meeting. Chairman McNeese expressed his concerns about safety, inadequate access, no landscaping, and how this site is unpleasant visually. Chairman McNeese stated he could not support this case. Commissioner Tarin made a motion to deny case #03-15-SUP. Commissioner Hughes seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin and Hughes Nays: Commissioners Huffman, Bynum and May Abstention: None The motion did not carry (3-3-0). Commissioner May stated he did see a problem with having only five trucks parked on the site at any one time. Commissioner Hughes stated the applicant has had time to bring a better proposal forward and has not seen how any of the previous concerns of the City Council have been addressed in order to make the proposal better. Commissioner May made a motion to approve case #03-15-SUP. Commissioner Bynum seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners Huffman, Bynum and May Nays: C hairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin and Hughes Abstention: None The motion did not carry (3-3-0). ITEM 5 CASE #03-16-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 Airport Business Park, Block 1, Lot 2-R, for a Pet Crematory in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District) zoning, and consider a Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 6 December 2, 2003 recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located on 1118 S Airport Cir., # 150. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant, Mike Pizzelanti, d.b.a. All Paws Go To Heaven, desires to continue operation of a pet crematorium. This is a renewal of a Specific Use Permit that was approved last year. The location of the business is 1118 S. Airport Cir. #150. There were specific conditions tied to the original SUP application upon its recommendation to approve it that included it being tied to the current owner and All Paws Go To Heaven, all activities would be confined to the interior of the lease space, no specimens would be allowed to be on premises longer than 24 hours, all animals waiting for cremation be held in freezers and emergency secondary power source be provided, no direct drop offs from the general public, tied to owner/operator of Texas Star Business Center Mr. David Hagar and with the regulations imposed by the state and federal agencies any violations would be reported to the city. This establishment has been in operation for a year and has had no problems except for a single incident that happened within the first week of operation. There have been no reports or complaints regarding the operation made to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality or the City of Euless. Chairman McNeese asked the applicant or representative to come forward for comments. Mike Pizzelanti, 2706 Shady Hill Ct., Grapevine, All Paws Go To Heaven, stated the business has been in operation for the past year and the business remains within the limitations set by the C ity Council and have stayed within the regulations set by the TCEQ. Since the operation started, they have started doing business with the City of Euless Animal Control for general disposal and contraband destruction for the City of Euless Police Department. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents to come forward for comments. David Hagar, 1205 Texas Star Pkwy., #120, Euless, stated he is the owner/operator of the Texas Star Business Center and stated All Paws Go To Heaven has been an exemplary tenant. It is his intent to have high quality, honest and ethical tenants that bring value to the Business Center and to the City of Euless. This tenant has also complied with all regulations of the property and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Michael Reed, 1118 S. Airport Cir., #140, Euless, North Texas Tool Inc., stated his company neighbors All Paws Go To Heaven. He stated this is a professional organization and they have no problems with any type of smells or unpleasant sites. Dan Butts, 1118 S. Airport Cir., #120, Euless, German Technologies, stated he has been at this location for 18 years and stated they have seen many companies come and Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 7 December 2, 2003 go from the facility and has never seen one as clean and professional as they have been performing. He stated there are many times you would never even know anyone was there and is glad to have them as neighbors. Chairman McNeese asked for any opponents to come forward for comments. Dave Eager, 1135 S. Airport Cir., Euless, stated he was not opposed to the operation. Mr. Eager stated he was concerned with odors from the operation due to them having problems in the past with other operations in the area with incinerators. Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing. Commissioner Tarin asked for the length of the new lease. Mr. Pizzelanti stated it was for 3 years. Commissioner Hughes asked what type of maintenance is required on the furnace to keep it operating at the required performance level. Mr. Pizzelanti stated the furnace has a monitoring device that is required by the state to make sure the temperatures are at the required levels. Much of the maintenance is done on site by the employees but a technician would be called out if there was something wrong that could not be repaired by the employees. Commissioner Hughes asked if there was any type of device they use to measure the particulate in the exhaust. Mr. Pizzelanti stated the state has done many studies on these particular furnaces and the particulate put out by this furnace is very minimal. Commissioner Hughes asked if the state does periodic inspections. Mr. Pizzelanti stated they can randomly check the facility. Mr. Pizzelanti stated the state came out when he initially opened to see how the site was set up and to make sure the furnace was set up properly. Commissioner Bynum asked if there were any CO detectors in the facility. Mr. Pizzelanti stated there were no CO detectors but all venting does go outside and they keep the back door partially open for additional ventilation. Commissioner May asked if the secondary emergency backup power is tested. Mr. Pizzelanti stated it has not been tested but they can put it on a schedule to be tested. Commissioner May asked if there have been any problems with the freezers. Mr. Pizzelanti stated they buy all there freezers new and they have enough in case there is a problem with one and they can transfer animals to another freezer if needed. Chairman McNeese read a written comment about this case that was received by mail. Jill Bock wrote she did not approve of this case. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 8 December 2, 2003 Commissioner Huffman made a motion to approve case #03-16-SUP with no time limit and the following conditions: 1) Tied to Mike Pizzelanti, d.b.a. All Paws Go To Heaven; 2) All activities confined to the interior of the lease space; 3) No specimens allowed to be on the premises longer than 24 hours; 4) All animals awaiting cremation to be held in freezers; 5) An emergency secondary power source be provided; 6) No direct drop off; 7) Tied to current owner/manager of the Texas Star Business Centre, Mr. David Hager; and 9) Mr. Pizzelanti will report any violations or enforcement actions taken by any state or federal agency(s) regarding the operation of "All Paws". Commissioner Bynum seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Bynum and May Nays: Commissioner Hughes Abstention: None The motion carried (5-1-0). ITEM 6 CASE #03-17-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 Euless Industrial Park Addition, Block 3, Lot 1, for a Church in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District) zoning, and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located on 1717 W Euless Blvd. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant, Redeemed Christian Church of God, is proposing renewal of the Specific Use Permit that was considered and recommended for approval by the commission a year ago. They operate from a facility at 1717 W. Euless Blvd. through a 6,500 square foot facility they use as a counseling center as well as a worship center. Chairman McNeese asked for the applicant or representative to come forward for comments. Abbey Adeyeye, 1717 W. Euless Blvd., Euless, Redeemed Christian Church of God, stated they have no problems at the facility and have enjoyed being able to h ave a place of worship. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents to come forward for comments. Seeing none Chairman McNeese asked for any opponents to come forward for comments. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 9 December 2, 2003 Chairman McNeese read a written letter in opposition to the case that was received by mail. The name on the letter was not legible. Ray Brooks, 2436 Aberdeen Dr., Bedford, stated he did not oppose the church but feels that W. Euless Blvd. should be left for industrial change. Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing. Commissioner Bynum asked if there had been any complaints of the operation. Mr. Adeyeye stated there have been no complaints. Commissioner Bynum asked if the church was providing the best use for the building. Mr. Adeyeye stated the building had been empty for six or seven years before they moved in. They have renovated the building and repaired the parking lot bringing value to the building. Commissioner Hughes asked what the future plans were for the site. Mr. Adeyeye stated they are planning on purchasing the property in February. Commissioner Hughes asked what the average attendance was for the church. Mr. Adeyeye stated they average 34. Commissioner Huffman asked what happened with the original proposal of helping the youth. Mr. Adeyeye stated the original outreach was to teach youth how to cook. They have since decided not to cook at the facility. The church is leaning more towards an outreach to help the youth with technology. Commissioner Hughes made a motion to approve case #03-17-SUP with the following conditions: 1) Tied to the pastor, Mr. Abbey Adeyeye; 2) Tied to the Redeemed Christian Church of God; and 3) Valid for one year. Commissioner Tarin seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Hughes, Bynum and May Nays: N one Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0). ITEM 7 CASE #03-18-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 Morrisdale Square, Block 1A, Lot 1R, for a CHURCH in C-2 (Community Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 10 December 2, 2003 Business District) zoning, a nd consider a recommendation regarding a n Ordinance. This property is located on 4323 W Pipeline Rd. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant, The Early Church, is requesting a renewal of a SUP to operate a church at 4323 W. Pipeline Rd. Chairman McNeese asked for the applicant or representative to come forward for comments. Tom Raney, 4018 Double Tree Tr., Irving, representing The Early Church, stated he was available to answer any questions. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents/opponents to come forward for comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Hughes asked for the current term of their lease. Mr. Raney stated he was not aware of what the term of the lease was but would be able to get that information from the office. Commissioner Hughes asked what has been the general growth of the church. Mr. Raney stated the growth has been steady. Commissioner Hughes asked if the facility they occupy has been maintained. Mr. Raney stated they have made changes to the interior of the facility to enhance the appearance. Commissioner Bynum asked if they feel they will encounter any parking problems with the steady growth of the church. Mr. Raney stated that since they only have services on Sunday they have no problem. If the church does grow beyond the means of the facility they will be looking for another facility to accommodate their needs. Commissioner May asked Mr. Raney what his position was in the church. Mr. Raney stated he was just a member. Chairman McNeese asked what the average membership was for the church. Mr. Raney stated the membership ranges from 42 to 50 members. Commissioner Bynum made a motion to approve case #03-18-SUP with the following conditions: 1) Tied to the lease; 2) Tied to the Pastor, Mr. Phillip McKellar; and 3) Tied to the congregation known as The Early Church. Commissioner May seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Tarin, Huffman, Hughes, Bynum and May Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 11 December 2, 2003 Nays: N one Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0). ITEM 8 REPORTS Mike Collins stated that on behalf of the staff they would like to thank Commissioner Hughes and Commissioner Tarin for their service on the Planning and Zoning Commission and that their last meeting would be on December 16, 2003. Chairman McNeese made the announcement that he would miss Commissioner Hughes and Commissioner Tarin and thanked them for their service to the Commission with the Planning and Zoning Commission. ITEM 9 DIRECTOR'S REPORT There were no reports. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. C .irman cNeese Date ;"