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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-02-18 AGENDA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION City of Euless Council Chambers - Building "B" 201 North Ector Drive Euless, Texas 76039 FEBRUARY 18, 1997 5:30 - Pre-Commission Meeting (Downstairs Conference Room - Building "A") 7:00 - Call to Order (Council Chambers - Building "B") PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Chairman Young INVOCATION - Commissioner Eggers APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning and Zoning Meeting February 4, 1097 REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS I. PUBLIC HEARING - SPECIFIC USE PERMIT -#96-41-SUP SHAVANO PARK APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK Public input regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit for a 216 unit apartment complex within the CUD #754 and #678 (Community Unit Development); located in the 1900 black of S,H. 360, Villages of Bear Creek II, RECOMMENDATION OF SPECIFIC USE PERMIT - #96-41-SUP - SHAVANO PARK APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK Consider recommendation regarding a Specific Use Permit#96-41-SUP IIL RECOMMENDATION OF SITE PLAN - #96-42-SP - SHAVANO PARK APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK Consider recommendation of a site plan for a 216 unit apartment complex located in the 1900 block of S.H. 3610, Villages of Bear Creek IV. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF LAND PLAN - #96-27-LP - VILLAGES OF BEAR CREEK, BLOCK 5, LOT Consider approval of a Land Plan of 14.98 acres into Lot 2, Black 5, Villages of Bear Creek; located in the 1900 block of S.H. 360 Planning & Zoning Commission -2- February 18, 1997 V. PUBLIC HEARING - SPECIFIC USE PERMIT - #96-45-SUP 4 STONEBRIDGE AT BEAR CREEK Public input regarding a request for a Specific Use Permit for a 184 unit apartment complex within the CUD #1048 (Community Unit Development) Zoning District; located in the 2200 block of Fuller Wiser Road, Villages of Bear Creek VI. RECOMMENDATION OF SPECIFIC USE PERMIT - #96-45-SUP - STONEBRIDGE AT BEAR CREEK Consider recommendation regarding a Specific Use Permit#96-45-SUP VIL RECOMMENDATION OF SITE PLAN - #96-46-SP - STONEBRIDGE AT BEAR CREEK Consider recommendation of a site plan for a 184 unit apartment complex located in the 2200 block of Fuller Wiser Road; Villages of Bear Creek Vill. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF LAND PLAN - #P-96-29 - VILLAGES OF BEAR CREEK , BLOCK 1, LOT 1 Consider approval of a land plan of 9.6 acres into Lot 1, Block 1, Villages of Bear Creek; located in the 2200 block of Fuller Wiser Road IX. RECOMMENDATION OF SITE PLAN - #96-47-SP - STANDARD HARDWARE Consider recommendation of a site plan for an 64,731 sq. ft. office/warehouse in the 1500 block of Royal Parkway X. RECOMMENDATION OF SITE PLAN - #96--46-SP - AIRPORT FREEWAY PARK BUILDING Consider recommendation of a site plan for a 20,240 sq. ft. office buildings; located on the Southwest corner of Wilshire Drive and W. Airport Freeway Planning &Zoning Commission -3- February 18, 1997 XI, PUBLIC HEARING - PRELIMINARY REPLAT - #97-03-PR - PROPOSED OAK FOREST ADDITION, BLOCK 2, LOTS 4R, 5R, 6R, 7 & 8 Public input regarding a preliminary replat of Lots 4, 5 and 6, Block 2, Oak Forest addition into Lots 4R, 5R, 6R, 7 and 8, Block 2, Oak Forest Addition; located at 240 W. Harwood Road XlL CONSIDER APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY REPLAT - #57-03-PR - PROPOSED OAK FOREST ADDITION, BLOCK 2, LOTS 4R, 5R, 6R, 7 & 8 Consider approval of a preliminary replat of Lots 4, 5 and 6, Block 2, Oak Forest Addition into Lots 4R, 5R, 6R, 7 and 8, Block 2, Oak Forest Addition; located at 240 W. Harwood Road POSTED THIS 14TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 1957, AT 4:00 P.M. Donna Brown Individual Posting Notice If you plan to attend th;s public meeting an;!YOU have a disability that requires special arrargPmenfs at the meeting,please contact our of t e at;8 i7j 68 -:f:1g. Reasonable accommodations ltiill be male to assist your needs. PLANNING AND ZONING COIVIMIISSION FEBRUARY 18, '1997 1111NUTES The Pre-CorrvTission meeting of the Planning and Zoning Comer ssion was called to order by Chairman Ronald Young at 5:30 p.m., in the Building ``A" Large Conference Room: Six members of the Planning and Zoning Commission were in attendance. PLANUING AND ZING CO111MSSION CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS-- COUNCIL C IAWEERS. Chairman Ronald Young called the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.for the consideration of scheduled item. He stated there were six members of the Planning and Zoning Comrnission present. Corwissioner Eggers was absent. Furthermore, the agenda for this meeting had been properly posted in accordance with applicable law. NIENIBERS &STAFF PRESENT NENIBERS ABSENT Chairman Ronald Young Keith Eggers Robert McMllon Nancy Bright George Zahn Joy Shuler Billy Ovwns Bo Bass, Director of Planning and Development Paul Kruckemeyer, City Engineer Rod Tyler, Planning Services Manager Barbara Chambers, Development Office Supervisor Donna Brown, Development Office Technician Michael Logan, Fire Marshal VISITORS PRESENT: Councilmember Carl Tyson Louise Halprin, Morley Arch. Peter Brown, Morley Arch. Robert Jebavy, Brockette/DavisfDrake Wes loerger, Brockette/Davis/Drake Bob Welty, Rawfs Wa ty Jay Hersey, Hersey & Assoc. Walter Elliott, Elliott & Hughes PLANNING AND ZONING CONMSSION MEETING w PAGE TVVO FEBRUARY 98, 9997 VISITORS (CONTINUED) Richard Keraig Greg Mason, National Autotech Taylor Stone, Duke Inc. Guy & Cindy Rebarge Clark Butler, Al Patel Chris Culpepper; Woodmont Bob West, Attorney PLEDGE OF ALL.EGANCE AND INVOCATION: The Pledge of Alfegiance was given by Chairman Young and the Invocation vms given by Commissioner Mc lion. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Comyrissioner Owens made the motion to approve the minutes of the February 4, 1997, Planning and Zoning Commission Meting as presented. The motion was seconded by Corymissioner Shuler. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners Owens, Shuler, Bright, Young, MchAillon, Zahn Nags: None Absent: Commissioner Eggs The motion carried. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM to PUBLIC HEARING - SPECIFIC USE PERMIT -#96-49-SUP - SHAVANO PARIS APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK Public irqx# m aatling a request for a Specific Use Permit for°a 296 unit aparbnerit amiplex vAhn the CUD #754 arx i #678 (CoT rnut* Unit Development); kxated in the 1900 bkxk of SH 360, Villages of Bear Creek Bo Bass, Director of Planning and Development, stated the request for a Public Hearing for Specific Use Permit# 41-SUP. He described the location and described the area of property owner notification. PLANNING AND ZONING COIVMSSION MEETING - PAGE THREE FEBRUARY '19, '1997 Chairman Young explained the rules and procedures of a Public Hearing then opened the Public Hearing. Mr, Bob Welty, 13601 Crestview Drive; Dallas, Texas, represented the owner, Duke Inc. He gave a brief history of the proposed site. He stated the site was bounded by Bear Creek Parkway on the west; SH 360 on the east, on the north by the existing Fountain Wood apartments and on the south by the Bear Creek city park. He stated the site was heavily wooded and considered a "Forest Zone He informed the Corrssioners that 501% of the site falls within the flood plain. Mr. Welty stated, because of the uniqueness of the site, the applicant proposed building a three story project in order to get sufficient density to prove the project feasible. The density allowed by City ordinance is 25 units per acre and the project is proposing 14.4 units per acre. The applicant is proposing a secured gated project with entrance from Bear Creep Parkway and the frontage road of SH 360. Mr.Welty infom-ed the Corr'issioners, at the request of the City Engineer, they had conducted a traffic impact study on the frontage road off of SH 360. The general character of the project is red brick and plaster. The unit mix is 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms with carports and garages. There being no proponents or opponents, Chairman Young closed the Public Hearing, ITEM 11. RECONWNDAIION OF SPECIFIC USE PER NT - 6-41-SUP - SHAVANC3 PARK APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK Core reconTnenaation regarcling a Spec Use Perrrit 1-SUP Bo Bass, Director of Planning and Development, reminded the Commissioners the purpose of the Specific Use Permit is to mitigate any potential negative impacts the land use could have on surrounding land He stated it was not a land use issue because the propose multifamily is a permitted use. Mr. Bass stated the code provides 13 criteria for the Com-rissioners to use in terms of deterrrining what impacts need to be mitigated. He reviewed the 13 SUP criteria with the Commissioners. Mr. Bass informed the Commissioners that the structure is sprinkled, the parking standards are exceeded, iron gates completely around the property, 90% masonry; 6' wrought iron gates/fence completely around the property and 51% of the parking spaces are covered parking. Com nissioner Zahn had questions regarding an opening on the park side of the wrought iron fence that would allow pedestrian access into the park. Mr. Welty stated a portion of the City's jogging path is on their property and they intend to use it. Commissioner McMillon stated there were three of the buildings in the 100 year flood plain and this needed to be mitigated. Mr. Welty stated this was an engineering issue, PLAWNG AND ZONING C OIV SSION NEETING - PAGE FOUR FEBRUARY 18, 1997 hov&ever, there are two flood plains on the property. One of the flood plains is FEMA flood plain line which is 1 1/2 - 2 feet lower than the ultimate 100 year flood plain. He stated their design of buildings are 100% outside of the FEMA flood plain line. There were corners of three structures that infringe on the ultimate 100 year flood plain. Mr. Welty stated it. was their intention to improve the area in the flood plain wherever they build into it. Commissioner 11 cMillon repeated the clarification back to the applicant and stated, "do you intend to build up the love lands around the three buildings and take there out of the flood plain"? Mr. 'qty stated they would build that area up and take it out of the flood plain and the flood plain would have the same amount or an additional amount of water flow. Cor nissioner ltilcMillon suggested the applicant work closely with the City Engineer. Mr. Welty committed to a civil engineering drainage study and stated he would have the study completed two weeks from the date of this meeting because it would be necessary prior to obtaining building permits. Paul Kruckemeyer, City Engineer., stated he would not recommend making the drainage study a hinderance to the Specific Use Permit, but he wanted the motion contingent on the drainage study being completed for the Land Plan and/or Site Plan. Mr. K.rucken-eyer stated he had been working with the applicants engineer and he felt they were aware of what they needed to accomplish and were working toward a solution. Commissioner Shuler voiced some concerns regarding the lacy of pole lights on the right side of the property. Mr. Welty committed to providing adequate lighting. Mr. Welty discussed the Villages of Sear Creek Architectural Review Committee (Karen Boyd) asking the them not to build sidewalks but stated the sidewalk issue had been resolved. He stated again, he intended to provide ample lighting. Conrr�issioner Owens cor ended the applicant on submitting a good product. He stated he could rather have seen some better tax revenue businesses, but since this was a permitted use he was glad the applicant mitigated some of the bad points. Commissioner Shuler made the motion to approve #96-41-SUP with the addition of a least one pole light on the southeastern side of the property. Commissioner Cans seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Comrnissioners Shuler, Dvvens, Bright, McMillon, Young, Zahn Nays: None Absent: Commissioner Eggers The motion carried. PLANNING AND ZONING CC NIMISSICN MEETING Q PAGE FIVE FEBRUARY 18, 1997 ITEM Ill, RECONWNDA11ON OF SITE PLAN - #96-42-SP - SHAVANO PARK APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK Corder ireconymndatm of sb plan #or a 216 urd apart mnt cunpllex located in the 1900 bkxk of SH 360, Villages of Bear Creek Paul Kruckerneyer, City Engineer stated the applicant provided a traffic survey as requested along the frontage road. Fie stated the survey came back with some recomn-endations to do work on the frontage road itself. Mr. Krucken-eyer stated the Engineering Department would mrk with the applicant to gain approval from TxDot. He stated he agreed v&h the recommndations of the consultant. Cornrr�issioner Owens thanked Mr. Kruckerneyer for requesting the applicant to provide drainage in a pipe going to Bear Creek and for the traffic study. Corryrissioner ltlillon made the motion to approve#96-42-SP, with an addition to the emotion, of the three buildings that appear to be built out in the 100 year flood plain will be addressed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the buildings be rnitigated out of the flood plain prior to the City Council meeting. Conyrissioner Zahn seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners McMillon, Zahn, Covens, Shuler, Bright, Young Nays: None Absent: Commissioner Eggers The motion carried. Mr. Welty was reminded the Corrv�nissioners were requiring him to submit the civil engineering drainage study within a tvm time frame in order to be placed on the next City Council agenda. Mr, Welty stated he would subrnit the study in a timely fashion in order to make the next available agenda for City Council. ITEM IV. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF LAND PLAN - 274LP - VILLAGES OF BEAR CREEK BACK 5, LOT 2 Corr approval of a Laird Plan of 14.96 acres into Lot 2, Block 5, Millages of Bear Creek; located in the 1900 block of S.H. 360 Mr. Bo Bass, Director of Planning and Developrrient, infonTed the Commissioners the Development Review Corttee had reviewed the land plan and found it rnet the applicability ordinance and recommended approval of the land plan. He gave the PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - PAGE Slid FEBRUARY 1 S, 1997 general location and stated the land plan was to establish that adequate public improvements exist; both in the ground and they could be provided to the site. Paul Kruckemeyer, City Engineer, stated public utilities were available and adequate for the site. Corrmssioner (ins wanted assurance the Fire Marshal was satisfied with the grass crete between buildings 5 and 6. Michael Logan, Fire Marshal, stated the grass crete would allow the fire apparatus to sit on it if they ever needed a ladder. Commissioner Owens made the motion to approve #96-27-LP and the motion was seconded by Commissioner McMillon. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners Owens, McMillon, Shuler, Bright, Young, Zahn Nays: None Absent: Comrriissioner Eggers The motion carried. Chairman Young called for Items##XI and XII to be considered prior to the remainder of the Agenda, ITEM ?fie PUBIC FEARING a PREUMVlINARY REFLAT 4 #97-03-PR - PROPOSED OAK FOREST ADDITION, BLOCK 2, LOTS 4R, 5R, 6R, 7 &8 Ft"ic i pt regarcing a pro nary replat of Lis 4, 5 and 6, 2, Oak Forest AdMw; located at 240 W Hanm od Road Bo Bass, Drector of Planning and Development, stated the applicant was requesting a revision of the preliminary replat containing Lots 4, 5 and 6, Bloch 2, Oak Forest Addition into Lots 4R, 5R, 6R, 7 and 6, Block 2. The revision was needed to modify the lot layout and adjust the proposed public improvements to serve the new lot layout. He gave the location of the site. He stated the Developn-ent Review Committee had reviewed the preliminary replat and recoar-ended approval. He informed the ComrNssioners the preliminary replat was a ministerial function. Chairman Young opened the Public Hearing. Greg Mason, Director of Development of National Autotech, stated he was available for any questions from the Convissi®Hers. PLAMNG AND ZONING COMSSION IV EEnNG PAGE SEVEN FEBRUARY 1 9, 1 997 There being no proponents or opponents, Chaim-an Young closed the Public Bearing. ITEM XII. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF PRELIMNARY REPLAT a #97-03-PR PROPOSED OAK. FOREST ADDITION, BLOCK 2, LOTS 4R, 5R, 6R, 7 AND 4 Consider awl of a preliminary replat of Lots 4, 5 and 6, BIQCk 2, Oak Forest AdMw into Lots 4R,5R, 6R, 7 and 6, Block 2,Oak Forest Addift% located at 240 W Harwood Road Chairman Young explained the approval of plats was a ministerial function and stated the requirements of the UDC had been met. Paul Kruckemeyer, City Engineer, stated he recommended approval of the replat. Commissioner Zahn made the motion to approve#P-97-03 and the motion was seconded by ConTnissioner Bright. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners Zahn, Bright, Covens, WMillon, Shuler, Young Nays: None Absent: Commissioner Eggers The motion carried. The Agenda resumed normal order. ITEM V. PUBiJC HEARING a SPECIFIC USE PERMIT - #9645-SUP STONEBRIDGE AT BAR CREEK Public it W n garrlling a request tor°a Specific Use Permit for a 184 unit apartrmnit om-0ex Whn#tie CUD#1449 (Cornqunitry Unit Deve Zoning DM iM for aged in the 2240 block.of Fuller Wiser Road; Villages of Bear Creek Bo Bass, Director of Planning and Development, gave a brief overview and the location of the request. He stated the maximum density allowed by the CUD #1048 was 21.8 units per acre. The density proposed with this replat was 19.2 units per acre which is below the mxirnum density permitted by zoning. He stated the Development review Committee had reviewed the request and found the "conditions of approval" had been PLANNING AND ZONING CESSION MEETING a PAGE EIGHT FEBRUARY 18, 1997 adequately addressed and recommended approval. He informed the Commissioners the Code requires all multi family adjacent to a single family zoned area must be, within 100 feet, single story in nature. The applicant proposed to meet that aspect of the code. Chairman Young explained the rules and procedures of a Public Hearing and them opened the Public Tearing. Mr. Bob Welty, Rawls hefty Architect in Dallas, represented the owners of the Bear Creek Partnership. He gave a brief history of the site. He stated the improvements were installed in the 1980s. The site plan had been approved for a mufti-family site for 2€6 units in size. He stated the newly proposed project is similar in nature because they would like to save some of the paving and utility work. The project will have a single entry point located rr�idway between bill Trail Drive and Mid Cities wive. The entry point currently exist, however it is substandard to the Fire Department requirements. He stated they had added a secondary emergency egress for the Fire Department on Hill Trail Drive Mich is located near the southeast corner of the property. There is a one story height limitation from the centerline of Fuller Wser Road to the east due to the single family subdivision. Mr. Welty stated they had corroied with the code for single story height. There will be a number of covered parking spaces and they will preserve all natural trees around the perin -ter of the property. He stated the project gill be constructed from brisk and plaster and would be a pleasant scenic drive through the project. There being no further proponents or opponents, Chairman Young dosed the Punic Hearing. ITEM VI. RECCNii'WNDA71ON OF SPECIFIC USE PERMIT - #96-45-SUP STONEBRIDGIE AT BEAR CREED Consider recorrmrxiat m regarcing a Specific Use Permit##96-45-SUP. Commissioner 04vens had questions regarding the fencing along the east property line. He stated he had a personal feeling regarding the safety of the citizens because of the ability to see through the fences. He stated wood fencing would not be acceptable. Commissioner Bright stated she also had some concerns regarding the wood fencing because of safety issues and deterioration. She stated she liked the project with the exception of the wood fencing. Commissioner Zahn asked the applicant for clarification on the location of the wrought iron fencing around the property. He also stated he had concerns regarding the wood fencing on the backside of the property and he felt the wood fence would take away from PLANNING AND ZONING COMNSSION IVEEnNG - PAGE NNE FEBRUARY 18, 1997 the value of the project. Mr. Welty stated the reason for the wood fencing was to provide privacy since the abutting project is under construction. He infon-ned the Commissioners he would provide the wrought iron fence since it was a rna.9 or concern with the Corrrnissioners. Paul Krucken-eyer, City Engineer, stated the original public improvements do not meet the current standards, however, Mr. Welty has agreed to upgrade the drainage standards and facilities, Mr. Kruckerneyer comrnended Mr. V\k,* and his design team for working with the existing facilities and salvaging as much as possible. He stated he approved of the access, curbs and streets. Commissioner Shuler asked the applicant about the proposed lighting. Mr. Welty stated there would be arnple lighting, however, if the proposed lighting was not adequate they would provide additional lighting. Chaim-on Young reminded the Commissioners they vvere considering the use of the proposed project only and not the drainage. CxxTrrissioner Owens made the motion to approve#96-45-SUP with the addition of Mr. V blty`s voluntary con*rnittrent to provide wrought iron fencing on the east side of the property, Commissioner Shuler seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Corr#Tissioners Owens, Shuler, McMillon; Bright, Young, Zahn Nays: None Absent: Convilssioner Eggers The motion carded. ITEM\111. RECOMIVENDATION OF SITE PLAN - #964"P - STONE BRIT GE AT BEAR CREEK Consider mconimirdaton of a site plan far a 184 unit apartmnt conVlex kcatDd in ft 2200 bkxk of FuHer Wser Road; Villages of Bear Cmek Bo Bass, Drector of Planning and Development, gave the general description of the property and the location. He stated the purpose of site plan is to make sure that it meet the r�nirnum standards to the code and fits well on the site. He stated the DRC had revieomd the proposal and recon-r-ended approval. Paul Krucken-eyer, City Engineer, stated everything regarding this site plan request was PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING - PACE TEN FEBRUARY 18, 1997 in good order. Commissioner Zahn made the motion to approve SP with the voluntary statement from Mr. V\/elty to construct a wrought-iron fence along the east side of the property. Commissioner CMens seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: C;orrssioners Zahn, Ch&ens, Shuler, Bright, Young, Zahn Nays: None Absent: Conssioner Eggers The motion carried. ITEM Vll, CONSIDER APPROVAL OF LAND PLAN m #P-96-29 - \fILLAGES OF BEAR CREEK, BLOCK 1, LOT 1 Corscler approval of a land plan of 9.6 acres into Lot 1, Ekxk 1, Villages of Bear Creek: located in tt 2200 Ike of FulllerWiser Road Paul Kruckemeyer, City Engineer, stated the public utilities were assailable and adequate in size to serve the site. Commissioner Cans questioned the Fire Marshal regarding fire sprinklers on all three floors of the building. Michael Logan stated they fire sprinkler system was adequate and no certificate of occupancy would be issued until the system eras completed. Con-nissioner ins made the motion to approve#P-9-29 and Con-Mssioner"illon seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners Owens, McMillon, Shuler, Bright, Young, Zahn Nays: None Absent: Commissioner Eggers ITEM IX RECOMWNDATION OF SITE PLAN - #96-47=SP - STANDARD HARDWARE Consider reconimndabon of site plan for an 64,731 sq fit, offkWvwretxcse in the 1600 bkxk of Royal Padcv ay. Bo Bass; Director of Planning and Development, stated the applicant proposed to construct a 64,731 square feet office/warehouse near the northeast corner of Royal PLANNING SAND ZONING COIVMSSION MEETING - PAGE ELEVEN FURUARY 18, 1997 Parkway and S. Pipeline Road. He stated the City Council, at their February 11, 1997, meeting, granted an exception to the recently adopted 10)% masonry requirement to approximately 80%masonry. He also infom-ed the Commissioners the site plan complied with the exception granted by the City Council. The Development Review Committee had reviewed the request and found the information to be consistent with the Euless Unified Development Code and recommended approval of the site plan. Mr. Peter Bro m, Thorley Architects, represented the applicant and stated he was available for any questions from the Commissioners. Commissioner Owens stated he was receptive to the request and thanked the applicant for staying in the City of Euless. Paul Kruckemeyer, City Engineer, stated the Engineering Department had worked closely with the applicant's consulting engineer and he recommended approval. Commissioner hens made the motion to approve #96-47-SP as presented and the motion was seconded by Commissioner Zahn. The vote was as follows: Ayes; Corr ssioners wens; .Zahn, Shuler, Bright, Young, NlcMillon Mays: alone Absent: Corssioner Eggers The motion carried. Mr. Brown thanked and commended City staff:for their assistance. ITEM X RECO WNDATION OF SITE PLAN-#96A P-AIRPORT FREEWAY PARK BIDING Consider re+cxarwmrxhfiw of a sire plan for a 20,240 square feet office bUld ; filed on the Souftest comer of Wt iiMm Ddw and W. Akport Freeway Bo Bass, Director of Planning and Development, stated the applicant, Clark Butler, was proposing to construct a 20,249 square feet office building on the southwest corner of V\Alshire Drive and S.H. 133. The building is proposed to be a two story, glass and steel building with parking underneath on ground level. Mr. Bass informed the CorTvTissioners the site is currently zoned C--1 and the proposal would not be a use issue. He stated the building is proposed to be three stories with the parking area on the lower level and the top two stories are glass and steel. Mr. Bass stated stucco had been proposed on the PLANNING AND ZONING COIVMSSI 3N NE NG W PAGE TWELVE FEBRUARY 19, 1997 north elevation. The purpose of the site plan approval is to verify that the minimum standards of the code have been met. The Development Review Comrnittee had met and reviewed the request and found the information provided to be consistent with the zoning and subdivision regulations of the Euless Unified Development Code and recorr ►ended approval, Clary Butler, 12525 Montego Plaza, Dallas, Texas; stated he would be available to entertain questions from the Commissioners, Corrrnissioner Owens stated he had concerns regarding the stucco on the north elevation. Fie asked the applicant if there were any reasons they were not proposing masonry. Mr. Butler stated the final determination had not been made to use stucco. Fie stated the panels on the north and south elevations were sheer walls/wind loads and troy possibly be masonry. Cornrr�issioner McMillon stated he had the same concerns regarding the stun proposed on the north elevation. Paul Krucken-ever, City Engineer stated the applicant had addressed all of the Engineering Department issues. He stated the drainage would be taken to a concrete box being placed underground along the northern line of the property line. He informed the Corrssioners the reason there is no off-site irrrpoover ;nts being required at this time was because Mr, Butler was working with the adjoining property owner. The extension of the box culvert is on the adjoining property. This issues would be addressed at the time of construction plans and permits to do construction. Mr. Bob West, Attorney, 301 Commerce Street, Fort Worth, Texas, represented Mr. Richard Keraig. Mr. Keraig is the land owner to the west of the proposed site. He is not the immediate adjacent property owner, but one tract to the west. Fie stated they were present at the public hearing to follow the progress of the development regarding drainage issues. He stated Mr. Keraig's land has some drainage issues on it with some reeks that cone together. He stated they did not oppose the request from Mr. Butler, however, wanted to be assured it did not change the drainage flow on his clients property. Paul Kruckemeyer, City Engineer, stated the outfall from any drainage will be at the current location where the water is flowing, He stated the location of the storm drain on the plat is substantially removed from the existing channel would be. The City Engineer is also working with Mr. Butler on the project for the adjacent land and working out the drainage details. If for some reason the adjoining lot does not proceed further, Mr. Butler would have some off-site improvements to make. He stated Mr. West could be assured where the water eaters his client's property is where the water will enter after the project is completed. PLANNING AND ZONING GOIVMSSION 1VlEET7ING - PAGE TiURTEEN FEBRUARY 18, 1997 Conyrissioner Shuler expressed some concerns regarding the wood fence dun ster screening. Mr. Sutler stated the fend would be a bloc fence stucco that would tie into the exterior design of the building. ConTnissioner teens made the rnotion to approve X48 SP as presented with the understanding the City Engineer is more than confident the drainage issues are solved regarding this property. Corssioner Shuler seconded the motion. The vote was as follows: Ayes: Cornrnissioners Owens, Shuler, Mclillon, Enright, Young, Zahn Nays: alone Absent. Corrrnissioner Eggers ADJOURNE'IIENT: There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 E' K Chairman Ror: ng �,.f-' e r' �r�