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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-08-02 PLANNING AND ZONING August 2, 2005 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 Mike Grove George Zahn Monty Huffman LuAnn Portugal Perry Bynum Tony May Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development Eric Wilhite, Planning and Development Manager Ron Young, Director of Public Works Robert Barker, City Engineer Bill Ridgway, Director of Economic Development Paul Smith, Fire Marshal Karla Dickerson, Administrative Secretary VISITORS: David Czyz, Alex Horton, Les Tietz, Jo Dickey, John Howes and others not listed on the Visitor Register. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Commissioner Zahn and Invocation was given by Commissioner Huffman. ITEM 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES for called meeting of June 21, 2005. Commissioner May made a motion to approve minutes for June 21, 2005. Vice Chairman Grove seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman Grove, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bynum and May Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (7-0-0). Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 August 2, 2005 ITEM 2 CASE #05-03-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 R. Crowley Survey, A-312, Tracts 4E01 and 4F from R-5 (Multi-Family High Density Dwelling District 24 Units/AC) zoning to PD (Planned Development) based on R-5 zoning and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located at northwest corner of E. Ash Ln. and Hwy 360. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant, MDC Brookside, L.P., is proposing to develop an 12.7 acre parcel for a 158 unit, 14 building apartment community with pool and clubhouse. The development is proposed on property that is located on the northwest corner of the SH 360 southbound frontage road and Ash Lane. The property is zoned R-5 (Multi-family high density dwelling district) which allows a maximum density of 24 dwelling units per acre. Edward Stevanic, WSR Architects, 6330 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, TX, identified himself as representing Mady Development. He stated this site is an extremely difficult site due to the terrain and the creek that goes through the property. They have been working extensively with staff prior to the submittal to get an understanding of what the requirements were and to establish the quality of the project. This project is approximately 12 units per acre, which is lower than the zoning allows. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents/opponents to come forward for comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Commissioner May asked if the project was going to be done in phases or all at one time. Mr. Stevanic stated it would be done all in one phase. Commissioner May asked what the anticipated start and complete date was for the project. Mr. Stevanic stated the start date would be some time after the first of the year and take approximately 12 months to complete. Commissioner May asked if they will have any type of detention pond or if there was going to be one needed. Jeff Winkler, Jones & Boyd, Civil Engineer, 17090 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX, stated they have been working with the City Engineer on the drainage design and the layout does not require a detention pond. Commissioner May stated he was concerned about the runoff from the construction of this project running into the creek and would ask they try to keep as much of the runoff from going to the creek. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 3 August 2, 2005 Commissioner Bynum stated he was concerned about how they were going to meet the elevation requirements for this site with the fire lanes and parking. Mr. Stevanic stated one of the challenges on this site was the elevations and stated there would be retaining walls to help accomplish this problem. The layout of the buildings was another way for them to be able to help accomplish the elevations needed. Commissioner Bynum asked how the retaining walls would be maintained. Mr. Stevanic stated the walls would be constructed of stone and will be engineered (registered) and they will be reinforced. Vice Chairman Grove stated he was very concerned about the creek whenever it rains during the time of construction and wanted to know how they plan to keep mud slides from happening. Mr. Stevanic stated there will be a detailed erosion plan as part of the plans that will include the use of silt screening, rock check damns, etc. Commissioner Portugal asked if the buildings that are on Bear Creek Pkwy will be two story buildings. Mr. Stevanic stated those are three story buildings. Commissioner Portugal stated her concerns for the creek area during construction and asked they pay particular attention to this area for any potential problems. Commissioner Zahn asked if the Architectural Committee of the Bear Creek Association reviewed the plans for this development. Bruce Scasta, Mady Development, 545 E. John Carpenter Frwy., Dallas, stated they met with the Architectural Committee and have gone over the initial site plan and how the buildings would face. They have received a preliminary approval and as they go through the design phase they will obtain the rest of the approval from the Architectural Committee. Commissioner Zahn made a motion to approve Case #05-03-PD. Commissioner Portugal seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman Grove, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bynum and May Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (7-0-0). ITEM 3 CASE #05-04-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 J.E. Field Survey, A-540, Tract 1A7 from R-1 (Single Family Detached Dwelling District) zoning to PD (Planned Development) based on C-1 with limited personal and office services zoning and consider a Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 4 August 2, 2005 recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located at W. Glade Rd. and Baze Rd. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. The applicant is Dr. Bonnie Hartland who is proposing to develop a 4,700 square foot cat hospital on a 2 acre parcel that is currently zoned R-1 and located on the SE corner of W. Glade and Baze Rd. The zone change request is coming before the commission as a planned development based on C-1 (Neighborhood Business District). If this had come before as a categorical zone change to C-1, then all veterinary services would have been permitted by right. It was the desire of the applicant to limit the veterinary service to serve cats only. Chairman McNeese asked for the applicant or applicant's representative to come forward for comments. Clint Brewster, Project Manager with MJ Wright & Assoc., Hurst, TX, stated they would like to bring something positive to the City of Euless and stated they are proposing a zoning change that will allow a small animal hospital that specializes in cats. Mr. Brewster stated Dr. Hartland wanted to stay with the same architecture of the neighborhood along with a landscaping plan that would be appealing to the neighborhood. Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents to come forward for comments. Les Tietz, 505 W. Glade Rd., Euless, explained his property and the property to the east did not allow for a reasonable plan for residential development alone and this commercial development along with the residential development he will be proposing has been the best plan that could be developed. Mr. Tietz stated he did not see this development harming the integrity of the neighborhood because of the operation, operation hours and the design of the building. Jo Dickey, 2908 Baze Rd., Euless, stated she likes the way this plan has been set out because of the green areas that have been planned and the design of the building. Chairman McNeese asked for any opponents to come forward for comments. Daniel Cziz, 612 Ashbrook Ct., Euless, stated he would prefer town homes or garden homes. He stated by putting in a commercial building that families would no longer walk in the area as they do now. He stated he was also concerned about biohazard material and disposal. John House, 2907 Baze Rd., Euless, stated he did not want the parking lot near his house. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 5 August 2, 2005 Brian Stackhouse, 606 Ashbrook, Euless, stated he was concerned about hazardous material going into the water system and feels there is no reason why this business could not be in the shopping center on Hwy 121. Vern Wood, 1719 Brook Meadow Ct., Grapevine, stated he was concerned about the people that are use to walking around this area because it would increase traffic and become more hazardous. He stated they are also concerned about the lighting that could be an issue for the residence across Glade Rd. Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing. Commissioner Zahn stated the lighting that has been proposed should be the minimum and not intrusive to the neighbors. He also stated the property owner and adjacent property owners have made efforts to make the most of this property and have come up with the best solution that will bring a nice commercial unit along with single family homes. This type of operation should not be invasive to the neighborhood. After looking at the neighborhood it was noted there is screening around each of the adjacent subdivisions. Chairman McNeese made note of written responses that have been received in the mail to be recorded in the minutes. Commissioner Huffman asked Dr. Hartland if her business was restricted only to cats and what services she provides at her clinic at this time. Dr. Hartland stated that was correct and she provides services for cats only for the past 6 years. Commissioner Portugal asked Dr. Hartland what her hours of operation will be and how many she has on staff. Dr. Hartland stated the hours will be 8:OOam-6:OOpm Monday through Friday, 8:OOam-12:00pm Saturday, and she currently has a staff of five but would like to see that increase to approximately 12 total. Vice Chairman Grove stated they might want to consider reducing some of the parking spaces. Dr. Hartland stated the reason why they had allocated for so many extra spaces was for future business and one of the main problems she has had with the current facility was the lack of parking for her customers. Vice Chairman Grove also stated the elevations and landscaping plans are very appealing. Commissioner Bynum stated the main issues seem to be safety, noise and lighting. He stated the safety issue should be corrected with the widening of Glade Rd. and with that widening there will be commercial lighting along the road. Commissioner Bynum asked Mr. Brewster how they go about determining how much lighting will be needed for this site. Mr. Brewster stated they have a third party consultant who conducts a study on the project to determine the need for the area. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 6 August 2, 2005 Commissioner Bynum asked Dr. Hartland how the hazardous waste will be disposed. Dr. Hartland stated she is governed by OSHA and all hazardous material is collected in proper containers and collected. Dr. Hartland stated she uses a pellet pine litter that is put into heavy bags, sealed and put into dumpster. There has not been a problem with any odors. Commissioner May asked Dr. Hartland why she wanted to move her practice to this particular location from a shopping center that is zoned commercial. Dr. Hartland stated that is precisely why she wants to move. The project she has envisioned would fit into a residential area, non-intrusive and quiet. She stated she objects being next to other businesses that are more intrusive. Commissioner May made a motion to approve case #05-04-PD. Commissioner Zahn seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman Grove, Commissioners Zahn, Portugal, Bynum and May Nays: Commissioner Huffman Abstention: None The motion carried (6-1-0). ITEM 4 CASE #05-06-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 Allen M. Downen Survey, A-415, Tracts 3E1 & 3N, 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 1400 W. Euless Blvd. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview of the case. This case is to consider a renewal of a Specific Use Permit for a church in the TX-10 zoning. The location of the project is 1400 W. Euless Blvd. Staff is recommending approval of the SUP tied to the congregation and no time limit. Chairman McNeese asked for the applicant or applicant representative to come forward for comments. P.S. Aurora, 1400 W. Euless Blvd., Euless, stated it was by necessity they had to locate their congregation in Euless and serves families from a 25 mile radius. He also stated they have completed all requests by the city to bring the property into compliance. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 7 August 2, 2005 Chairman McNeese asked for any proponents to come forward for comments. Omar G. Aurora, Spain, stated he visits every few months and is glad to see they have a place to worship. Jalip Sandu, Grapevine, stated he has been a member of the congregation for the past 2 years and they believe in making the community a better place to live. Raz Bendari, Irving, stated he joined the congregation about 3 years ago and stated this congregation is devoted to family, which is what you want your children to learn. Chairman McNeese asked for any opponents to come forward for comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Commissioner May congratulated the congregation on the purchase of the property. Commissioner Bynum stated he has known this property since it was a bank and was glad to see the congregation has taken care to maintain this property. Vice Chairman Grove stated the way the congregation has responded to the requests of the city is to be commended. Commissioner Portugal stated their presence on Hwy 10 is good and hope their congregation thrives. Vice Chairman Grove made a motion to approve case #05-06-SUP with the following condition: 1) tied to congregation known as Gurdwara Sikh Sangat. Commissioner May seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman Grove, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bynum and May Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (7-0-0). ITEM 5 REPORTS There were no reports. ITEM 6 DIRECTOR'S REPORT Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, stated the next scheduled meeting has been postponed to August 23, 2005. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 8 August 2, 2005 IThere being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:04 p.m. :,.� .. - F.-2 3..."S Ch.irman cNeese Date I