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Home My WebLink About2006-05-16 PLANNING AND ZONING May 16, 2006 MINUTES The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Richard McNeese at 6:33 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 Perry Bynum 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 Holly Witt, Administrative Secretary VISITORS: Tracy A. LaPiene, Pat Kent, Byron Folse, John Sanders, Barbara Polk THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Commissioner Bynum and Invocation was given by Vice Chairman May. ITEM 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES for called meeting of April 18, 2006 Commissioner Bynum made a motion to approve minutes for called meeting of April 18, 2006. Commissioner Portugal seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Bynum Nays: None Abstention: Commissioner Zahn The motion carried (5-0-1) ITEM 2 CASE #06-06-SP — CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION FOR A SITE PLAN Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 2 May 16, 2006 Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Site Plan for Commercial Development proposed to be located at Harwood Plaza, Block 1, Lot 4R2, 1010 N. Industrial Blvd. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Professional Turf Products, is requesting approval of a Site Plan for a commercial sales office and warehouse. Professional Turf Products is a member of the Toro Dealer Support Network primarily selling turf maintenance and irrigation equipment directly to governmental entities and the private sector responsible for golf course operations and grounds maintenance. The applicant proposes to occupy the former Sutherlands Lumber store property, a 4.5 acre tract with an existing 60,000 s.f. masonry building. The subject property is located south of the Harwood Road on the east side of F.M. 157. Mike Collins stated that the applicant's representative, Byron Folse, was available for any questions. Byron Folse, 2275 Westpark Court, Euless, stated he was pleased to represent this project and felt it was going to be a handsome addition to the city. Byron stated that the owner of Professional Turf Products, Carrie Duntey, was available as well for any questions. Byron Folse stated that they planned in the future (on the southern property line) to build a 7,000 square foot building for display or other activities on an out parcel that fronts Industrial Boulevard. They do not a need as much parking as Sutherlands because they are not a retail dealer. On the north end they plan to have their internal offices that will occupy 8,000 square feet of this 60,000 square feet building. They will propose to take down the large Sutherlands sign. Karrie Juntii, with the remainder warehouse space, stated they were really excited to come to Euless. This will be the headquarters and plan to make this the show case to bring customers, golf course superintends, cities, etc. Commissioner Bynum wanted to know if there was going to be a fence at Harwood Road entrance. Byron Folse stated there would be a fence. Commissioner Bynum asked about the access from the veterinary clinic and Mr. Jims Pizza. Byron Folse stated that they will use two 8' x 20' dumpsters that are screened and have bollards. Chairman McNeese asked the commissioners if they had any questions. There were no questions among the commissioners. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 3 May 16, 2006 Commissioner Huffman made a motion to approve case #06-06-SP. Vice Chairman May seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bynum Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0) ITEM 3 CASE #06-04-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 Fuller Addition, Lot 8, 211 N. Main Street Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Mr. Tracy A. LaPiene, representing the Starbuck's franchisee ownership group, Whisenant Investments, Inc., requests approval of a site plan for an eating establishment with drive-thru on a one/half acre lot. The property is located on the northwest corner of N. Main Street and the Airport Freeway frontage Road it is zoned C-2 (Community Business District). Mike Collins stated the applicant's representative, Tracy LaPiene, was available for any questions. Tracy LaPiene, 109 W. Main Street, Lewisville, stated he would stand by for any questions. Chairman McNeese asked the commissioners if they had any questions. There were no questions among the commissioners. Commissioner Zahn made a motion to approve case#06-04-SP. Commissioner Bynum seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bynum Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0) Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 4 May 16, 2006 ITEM 4 CASE #06-04-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 T. Jasper Survey, A-861, Tracts 5A, 5A3, and 5A03C for a Gated Community and Private Drive in PD 1333 (Planned Development 1333) based on C-2 zoning and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located at 1661 W. Airport Frwy. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Dickerson Development, Inc., represented by John Dickerson, is requesting a zone change from Planned Development 1333 (C-2 Community Business District—with private drives allowed)to a Planned Development (Based on single-family detached with reduced lot sizes and setbacks) on a 10.241 acre tract. The home builder would be David Weekley Homes, Inc. The property is located on the south side of Airport Freeway behind two (2) auto dealerships, east of Wilshire Park. Mike Collins stated the applicant's representative, John Dickerson, was available for any questions. John Dickerson, 8333 Douglas #1300, Dallas, gave a brief overview that this development will be rear entry and zero lot line detached single family residential. They are proposing seventy-four (74) lots, sixty-six (66)will be rear entry, that will be sold for $115.00 per square feet. There will be four (4) parking spaces per house. This will be a gated community with private streets that will be maintained by homeowners association. There will be a budget for front yard maintenance and street repair. A management company, Premier Management Company, enforces the homeowners association. Danny Stasney, 3301 N. Interstate 35, Carrolton, stated that the houses would be between 1,700 and 2,900 square feet. The average sales price would be $180,000 to $250,000. This development will be ninety (90) percent brick and stone. The driveways will be twenty (20)feet. Chairman McNeese asked for any opponents/proponents to come forward for comments. James Kent, 403 Yorkshire Drive, Euless, was concerned with drainage. Robert Barker stated that detailed water, sewer, and drainage plans will have to be reviewed and comply with City standards. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 5 May 16, 2006 Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing. Commissioner Zahn wanted to know how the kids were going to get to school. John Dickerson stated there is a pedestrian gate on the southwest corner. Commissioner Huffman wanted to know if ownership goes to Premier Management when construction is done. John Dickerson stated it is would be owned by the Board of Directors of the homeowners association. Commissioner Huffman asked if there has been default of the homeowners paying homeowners association dues. John Dickerson stated that they have sent out late notices before but have never had to file any liens. Commissioner Huffman asked how much homeowner's association dues were. John Dickerson stated they are generally about $800 per year. Commissioner Bynum was concerned with the elevation of the park to the pond. John Dickerson stated there would be an eight (8) foot retaining wall. Commissioner Bynum was concerned with drainage issues with the pond. John Dickerson stated the drainage at the moment runs south. They will direct this drainage into their underground system and it will end back up in the pond. Commissioner Bynum asked James Kent if he would prefer commercial or residential development in the back of his house. James Kent responded with residential. Chairman McNeese and Commissioner Portugal voiced their concern with the density and the product. Danny Stasney stated that more families do not want to maintain a large yard but still have enough room for their kids to play. Commissioner Bynum asked if this Specific Use Permit would be tied to anything. Mike Collins stated a private drive and gated community. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 6 May 16, 2006 Vice Chairman May made a motion to approve case #06-04-SUP with the following conditions: 1) A gated community 2) Private Drive. Commissioner Huffman seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Bynum Nays: Chairman McNeese, Commissioner Zahn Abstention: None The motion carried (4-2-0) ITEM 5 CASE #06-01-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 T. Jasper Survey, A-861, Tracts 5A, 5A3 and 5A03C from PD 1333 (Planned Development 1333) based on C-2 zoning to PD (Planned Development) based on Single Family Detached DU/AC 11.04 zoning and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located at 1661 W. Airport Frwy. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, Dickerson Development, Inc., represented by John Dickerson, is requesting a zone change from Planned Development 1333 (C-2 Community Business District—with private drives allowed) to a Planned Development (Based on single-family detached with reduced lot sizes and setbacks) on a 10.241 acre tract. The home builder would be David Weekley Homes, Inc. The property is located on the south side of Airport Freeway behind two (2) auto dealerships, east of Wilshire Park. A Specific Use Permit (#06-04-SUP) will be considered concurrently. Chairman McNeese asked for any opponents/proponents to come forward for comments. Seeing none the public hearing was closed. Chairman McNeese asked the commissioners if they had any questions. There were no questions among the commissioners. Vice Chairman May made a motion to approve case #06-01-PD. Commissioner Huffman seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Huffman, Portugal, Bynum Nays: Chairman McNeese, Commissioner Zahn Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 7 May 16, 2006 Abstention: None The motion carried (4-2-0) ITEM 6 CASE #06-03-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 International Regional Industrial Complex, Block D, Lot 1R , for the Euless Municipal Complex South in 1-2 (Heavy Industrial District) zoning, and consider a recommendation regarding an Ordinance. This property is located on 1513 Westpark Way. Chairman McNeese opened the public hearing. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, City of Euless, is requesting approval of a Specific Use Permit for the Euless Municipal Complex South, containing three (3) existing municipal facilities: Animal Shelter (1517 Westpark Way); Fire Station No. 2 (1515 Westpark Way); and Fuel Island; and municipal facilities to be constructed in the future to include; animal control, fire training tower, public works, public works vehicle pavilion, and purchasing. Ron Young, Director of Public Works, stated this facility is approximately four hundred feet from Westpark Way, it will be screened, and it will be one hundred percent masonry. Chairman McNeese asked for any opponents/proponents to come forward for comments. Barbara Polk, 716 Koen Lane, Euless, feels that the over all property has caused her not to be able to sell her property due to the fact that there are above ground utilities and electro magnetic object (EMO). Chairman McNeese closed the public hearing. All commissioners thanked Barbara Polk for her input. Commissioner Bynum asked if lot 8 had a building on it. Ron Young stated that yes there is. Commissioner Zahn made a motion to approve case #06-03-SUP with the following conditions: 1) Contains Animal Shelter, 1517 Westpark Way 2) Fire Station No. 2, 1515 Westpark Way 3) Fuel Island 4) And municipal facilities to be constructed in the future to include: animal control, fire training tower, public works, public works vehicle Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 8 May 16, 2006 pavilion, and purchasing. Commissioner Bynum seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bynum Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0) ITEM 7 CASE #06-05-SP — CONSIDER A RECOMMENDATION FOR A SITE PLAN Consider a recommendation regarding a request for a Site Plan for Local Government Use proposed to be located at International Regional Industrial Complex, Block D, Lot 1R, 1513 Westpark Way. Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief description of the case. The applicant, City of Euless, is requesting approval of a site plan for a 13,306 square foot Public Works Facility that would contain 8,431 square feet of office space and 4,875 square feet of warehouse. The proposed facility would be built within the Euless Municipal Complex South, a 7.5 acre 1-2 (Heavy Industrial) zoned lot located on the east side of Westpark Way, north of S. Pipeline Road. The footprint of the new public works is setback approximately 360 feet east off Westpark Way and located to the rear of the existing fire station, animal shelter, and fuel island. Chairman McNeese asked the commissioners if they had any questions. There were no questions among the commissioners. Commissioner Zahn made a motion to approve case #06-05-SP. Commissioner Portugal seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Chairman McNeese, Vice Chairman May, Commissioners Zahn, Huffman, Portugal, Bynum Nays: None Abstention: None The motion carried (6-0-0) ITEM 8 REPORTS Mike Collins, Director of Planning and Development, stated that there will be a least a final plat to consider for the month of June. The July 4, 2006 meeting will be rescheduled if any agenda items are set for that time. Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes Page 9 May 16, 2006 ITEM 9 DIRECTOR'S REPORT Mike stated that this was Eric Wilhite's last Planning and Zoning Meeting at the City of Euless. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m. I l�7 _Z o _ -4 i C irman McNeese Date