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Home My WebLink About2008-05-06 -- PLANNING AND ZONING May 6, 2008 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 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 Tony May George Zahn Monty Huffman LuAnn Portugal Andy Bearden Troy Mennis Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development Chris Barker, Planning and Development Manager Ron Young, Director of Public Works Robert Barker, City Engineer Paul Smith, Fire Marshal Bill Ridgway, Director of Economic Development JT Ackerman, Public Works Manager Holly Witt, Administrative Secretary VISITORS: John Dickerson, Jon Westrom, Esther Johnson, Robb O'Brien, Roger McInnis THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Commissioner Portugal and Invocation was given by Chairman McNeese. ITEM 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES for called meeting of April 15, 2008 Commissioner Portugal made a motion to approve the minutes for the called meeting of April 15, 2008 with the following correction on page 3, in the second paragraph from the bottom: change "was" to "have". Commissioner Bearden seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bearden -- Nays: None Abstention: Commissioner Mennis Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes May 6, 2008 The motion carried (6-0-1) ITEM 2 CASE #07-02-FP — CONSIDER A FINAL PLAT Consider a request for a Final Plat changing Fuller Addition, Lot 14 and James P. Hallford Survey, A-711, Tract 1K to Byers Addition, Block A, Lots 1-4. This property is located at the northeast corner of W. Fuller Drive and Byers Street extending north. Chris Barker, Planning and Development Manager, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Westrom & Walling Developers, LP, represented by Jon Westrom, is requesting approval of a final plat for four (4) lots located on 1.202 acres of land out of the James P. Hallford Survey, ABS. No. 711 and a portion of Lot 14, Fuller Addition. The subject property is located at the northeast corner of Fuller Street and Byers Avenue extending north and is currently zoned C-2 (community business district). The applicant is proposing a four (4) lot development which will contain separate commercial business structures. The proposed lot sizes are as follows: Lot 1-9,029.5 sq. ft; Lot 2- 13,908 sq. ft.; Lot 3-14,095.4 sq. ft.; Lot 4-15,274.4 sq. ft. Chris Barker stated the applicant's representative, John Westrom, was available for any questions. There were no questions or comments among the Commission. Commissioner Huffman made a motion to approve case #07-02-FP. Vice Chairman May seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bearden, Mennis Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (7-0-0) ITEM 3 CASE #07-05-PP — CONSIDER A PRELIMINARY PLAT Consider a request for a Preliminary Plat changing BBB & C RR Survey, A-204, Tracts 5 and 5D; J. Doss Survey, A-441, Tracts 3C, 4A1, 4A1A, 4B, 4B1, 4B2, 4C, 5, 6, 6A, 6A1, 6A2, 6B, 6B1, 6B1A, and 6B2; and J. Havins Survey, A-685, Tracts 2A and 3 to Glade Parks Addition, Block A, Lots 1-6; Block B, Lots 1-4; Block C, Lots 1-2; Block D, Lot 1; Block E, Lots 1-3; Block F, Lots 1-2; Block G, Lot 1; Block H, Lot 1; Block J, Lot 1; -- Block K, Lots 1-4. This property is located west of Highway 121, between Glade Road and Cheek Sparger Road. Page 2 of 7 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes May 6, 2008 Chris Barker, Planning and Development Manager, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Glade 121, LP, represented by Mycoskie, McInnis and Associates, is seeking approval of a Preliminary Plat for an approximately one hundred ninety-three (193.322) acre mixed-use commercial/residential development to be known as Glade Parks. The location of the proposed development is commonly known as the former Harrington property and is situated on the west side of State Highway (S.H.) 121. The project is generally located between Cheek Sparger Road (south), S.H. 121 (east), Heritage Avenue (west) and the Heritage Towne Crossing Development (north), on property that is currently zoned "TX-121" the 121 Gateway district. The preliminary plat lays out the emergency access, drainage and utility, and masonry wall easements, as well as the other site specific elements consistent with the Planned Development (#07- 02-PD). Chris Barker stated the applicant's representative, Roger McInnis, was available for any questions. There were no questions or comments among the Commission. Commissioner Mennis made a motion to approve case #07-05-PP. Commissioner Bearden seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bearden, Mennis Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (7-0-0) ITEM 4 CASE #08-01-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 Block E, Lots 1-8 of The Enclave at Wilshire Park, a subdivision that includes Block A, Lots 1-8; Block B, Lots 1-19; Block C, Lots 1-26; Block D, Lots 1-13; Block E, Lots 1-9; and Block F, Lot 1 from PD 1775 (Planned Development 1775) zoning to PD (Planned Development) zoning and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located at 200-216 Bristol Avenue, 201-237 Buckingham Avenue, 210-235 Knapford Station, and 1600-1614 Wellington Drive. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief description of the case. When this item came before the Planning and Zoning Commission on April 15, Page 3 of 7 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes May 6, 2008 2008, a motion to deny the request received a 3 — 3 vote. Visiting with the developer the following day, it became evident that between the staff and the applicant, the specific amendment to the PD that was desired was not made clear. The City Council considered the issue at its' April 22 meeting. After representing that the issue had not been represented clearly to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the City Council decided to open and close the Public Hearing, and then to approve a motion to return the item to the Planning and Zoning Commission for reconsideration. The central point of clarification is the applicant desires to change the setback from 30' to 20' only when a single-story home is to be constructed. The confusion was created that the applicant desired the setback change for a two (2) story product as well. The applicant, Dickerson Development, Inc., represented by John Dickerson, is seeking an amendment to a Planned Development (#07-01-PD) that was approved in April 2007 for a single-family detached residential development on a 10.241 acre tract. The property is located on the south side of Airport. Freeway behind two (2) auto dealerships, east of Wilshire Park and north of Kynette Drive. The applicant is requesting to amend the zoning of Block E, Lots 1 — 8 contained in PD (#07-01-PD). Block E, Lot 9 is not a residential lot and has been constructed with several parking spaces serving the Wilshire Park. Specifically, the applicant proposes to change the rear setback from thirty (30) feet to twenty (20) feet for single-story homes. This change would allow the builder to be responsive to the marketplace and offer a single-story floor plan by increasing the footprint (depth) of a single-story structure from seventy (70) feet to eighty (80) feet in depth. The homes would be approximately 1,800 square feet. Mike Collins stated the applicant's representatives, Larry Jackson and John Dickerson, were available for any questions. Larry Jackson, David Weekley Homes, 3301 N. 1-35, Carrolton, Texas, thanked the Commission for their consideration and stated this request is not meant to lower the value of the property but to provide more choices for the buyers on the lake lots. Out of their total prospects over 60% have requested a one store plan and 75% want the master bedroom downstairs. The one story homes would have a 20' rear setback and the two story homes would have the current 30' rear setback. John Dickerson, 8333 Douglas Avenue #1300, Dallas, Texas, stated there were architectural challenges to place the master bedroom downstairs with a 30' rear setback. A 20' rear setback would allow David Weekley Homes to construct a one story home with a master bedroom downstairs. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents/opponents to come forward for any comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Vice Chairman May stated he was in favor of this project but was not comfortable with having the back door 10' closer to the public park. Commissioner Bearden stated this request will encourage more one story homes and would be better for the park then a two story home. Page 4 of 7 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes May 6, 2008 Commissioner Portugal stated this is quality project and a good use for that land. Commisioner Zahn made a motion to approve case #08-01-PD. Commissioner Bearden seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Commissioners Zahn, Bearden, Mennis Nays: Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal Abstention: None The motion carried (4-3-0) ITEM 5 CASE #08-03-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 Airport Business Park, Block1, Lot 2R, for a Motor Vehicle Dealer in 1-2 (Heavy Industrial District) zoning, and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located on 1118 S. Airport Circle #150. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, 6 and Under Auto Sales, represented by the company's owner Mr. Robb O'Brien, is requesting approval of a Specific Use Permit for a Internet based motor vehicle dealership to be located at 1118 S. Airport Circle #150. The subject property is currently zoned "1-2" Heavy Industrial District. The Unified Development Code requires a motor vehicle dealership located in 1-2 zoning district to have a Specific Use Permit and that the minimum area devoted to the sale of new or used vehicles is not less than five (5) acres. An exception to this minimum standard may be recommended by the P&Z and approved by the City Council through the SUP. Mr. O'Brien is proposing to occupy approximately 1,024 sq. ft. of the existing 1,650 square foot building located at 1118 S. Airport Circle #150. 6 and Under Auto Sales would intend to fulfill a unique niche in the automobile industry specializing in the sale of dependable, affordable automobiles in a specific price range. Unlike the traditional auto sales dealership where location and outside visibility of inventory is paramount, 6 and Under Auto Sales would propose to effectively utilize the internet to market its inventory. All inventory would remain internal to the building, with no outside storage or outside display of vehicles. The business would propose to maintain on-site an average of 5-6 vehicles. Interested buyers would make an appointment to view the vehicle in person that they had researched on the internet. 6 and Under Auto Sales hours of operation would be Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Page 5 of 7 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes May 6, 2008 "— Mike Collins stated the applicant, Robb O'Brien, was available for any questions. Robb O'Brien, 2192 Raines Court, Euless, Texas, thanked the Commission for their consideration. The reason for his request is because he has two kids in college and he did not like dealing with dishonest car dealers. This will be an online business for selling quality vehicles at an affordable price of $2,500-$6,000. Each vehicle will be thoroughly checked and he will cover the first year of oil changes and road side assistance. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents/opponents to come forward for any comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Zahn asked the applicant how many vehicles would be on site Robb O'Brien stated there would be no more than 5 to 6 vehicles. Commissioner Huffman asked the applicant if the condition: 4) No on-site repair of mechanical work to vehicles on the premises, would limit him if a starter goes out for example. Robb O'Brien stated the last thing he would want to do is to start working on vehicles. He has already discussed towing and maintenance with a nearby business. Commissioner Portugal commended Mr. Robb O'Brien for starting this business. Commissioner Mennis asked the staff if the condition: 2) No outdoor display allowed (advertising or banners), asked if that would restrict from a sign. Mike Collins stated a permanent wall sign would be permitted. Commissioner Zahn made a motion to approve case #08-03-SUP with the following conditions: 1) Tied to the owner, Robb O'Brien; 2) No outdoor display allowed (advertising or banners); 3) No outdoor storage or display of vehicles; 4) No on-site repair of mechanical work to vehicles on the premises; 5) No more than five gallons of fuel stored per vehicle (including fuel in the vehicle gas tank); and 6) Valid for the period of one year. Commissioner Portugal seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bearden, Mennis Nays: None Abstention: None -- The motion carried (7-0-0) Page 6 of 7 Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes May 6, 2008 ITEM 6 REPORTS There were no reports. ITEM 7 DIRECTOR'S REPORT There were no reports. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 7:13 p.m. Ch rman cNeese 7 Date Page 7 of 7