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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978-06-20 Regular Meeting Planning and Zoning Commission June 20, 1978 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall by Chairman Carl Tyson. Other members present were Messrs. John Deithloff, Neal Adams, Bob Eden, Sam Munir, and Mrs. Helen Lightbody. (Absent was Mr. Chris Jones) Also present were Mr. Kent Flynn and Recording Secretary Becky Gunter. VISITORS Visitors in attendance were Messrs. Bill Goodlett, B. E. Merrell , Mac Coker, Doug Long, Allen Hamm, J. B. Sandlin, and Mesdms. Beth Goodlett, Fran Cook, Willie Mae McCormick, and Villian Coker. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Mr. Adams. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Adams made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular meeting dated June 6, 1978, as written. Mr. Munir seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Adams, Munir, Eden, Deithloff, Tyson, and Mrs. Lightbody Nays: None Chairman Tyson declared the motion carried. (Page Two, Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, June 20, 1978) I . PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING CASE NO. 270 REQUEST OF VANTAGE PROPERTIES FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "PD" PLANNED DEVELOPMENT TO "R-2" TWO-FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT ON A PORTION OF TRACT A-R OF WILSHIRE VILLAGE SQUARE. (PROPERTY LOCATED EAST OF WILSHIRE DRIVE, SOUTH OF THE SPUR 350 SERVICE ROAD) Chairman Tyson stated the procedure of the public hearing; proponents of the zoning case will be heard first, and then the opponents of the zoning case. Mr. Deithloff stated he abstains from voting due to a conflict of interests. Mr. Coker stated he is representing Vantage Company. They have approximately four and a half acres presently zoned "PD" that they desire to be changed to "R-2" that will yield seventeen duplex lots of approximately eighty-two feet frontage. Mr. Adams asked the size of the duplexes intended. Mr. Coker stated they probably will not develop the duplexes themselves and, therefore, would not know the size. They have the sewer line in at the location of the proposed new street and this possibly will be the extent of their development of this project. Chairman Tyson inquired about the extension of Yorkshire Drive. Mr. Munir stated Yorkshire Drive will be extended to the "C-2" zoned property which will be the northern property line of the "R-2" zoned property. Mr. Coker stated this is correct and that a screening fence will be required between the "C-2" and "R-2" districts. Chairman Tyson asked if there were any other proponents of the zoning case. There were none. He asked if there were any opponents to the zoning case. Mr. Goodlett of 213 Yorkshire asked if the duplexes will be one or two story buildings. (Page Three, Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, June 20, 1978) Chairman Tyson stated there are no definite plans at this time; it could be either one. Mr. Goodlett stated he would be opposed to two story buildings. Chairman Tyson stated, if the property were zoned for single family dwelling, there could be two story houses built. If the property is zoned for duplexes, there are no restrictions on one or two story. Mr. Goodlett asked if the buildings would be brick. Chairman Tyson stated they will be required to be a minimum of 80% masonry. Mr. Goodlett inquired about the possi- bility of having an entrance from Wilshire Drive rather than extending York- shire Drive which would cause an increase in traffic on Yorkshire Drive. Mr. Coker stated the only increase in traffic would be from the eleven duplex units which would not be a significant increase. Mrs. Cook stated her concern regarding the type of buildings which could be constructed. Mr. Coker stated that, while they do not havedefinite building plans, the more expensive the duplexes, the more the property will be worth. Mr. Merrell stated he is representing the owner of Lot 2, Block 1 of Bell Ranch Addition. He asked the minimum lot size allowed for multi-family. Chairman Tyson stated the minimum duplex lot is 7500 square feet. Mr. Merrell asked if a fence will be required between the "R-1" and "R-2" zones. Mr. Adams stated a screening fence will not be required; it is required only between residential and commercial zones. Mr. Merrell stated, if Yorkshire Drive were closed and an opening made onto Wilshire Drive, the traffic problem the owners are concerned with would be eliminated. (Page Four, Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, June 20, 1978) Chairman Tyson stated there will only be an increase of traffic from eleven duplexes, or twenty-two families. The only item being considered at this time is the zoning; the street layout will be discussed at the time of platting. He asked if there were any other opponents. There were none. Chairman Tyson declared the Public Hearing closed. He requested the Zoning and Land Use Information be made a part of the minutes. Mr. Adams made a motion to recommend approval of the change of zoning from "PD" Planned Development to "R-2" Two- Family Dwelling District on a portion of Tract A-R of Wilshire Village Square as requested by Vantage Properties. Mrs. Lightbody seconded the motion. Mr. Eden stated the staff should be requested to consider the possibility of an alternate street layout as mentioned before final platting. The vote on Mr. Adams' motion is as follows: Ayes: Mr. Adams, Mrs. Lightbody, Messrs. Eden, Tyson, and Munir Nays: None Abstain: Mr. Deithloff Chairman Tyson declared the motion carried. Chairman Tyson informed the audience that the zoning request will go before the City Council for final consideration. II . CONSIDER FINAL PLATTING - PARKWOOD ADDITION, 1ST INSTALLMENT. PLATTING OF 85 LOTS LOCATED WEST OF CANYON RIDGE DRIVE AND EAST OF THE PROPOSED WESTPARK WAY EXTENSION Mr. Long stated he has received the staff comments. His client objects to several of the items but he has not had a chance to go over these items with Mr. Lynch. (Page Five, Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, June 20, 1978) Chairman Tyson requested that Mr. Lynch 's letter be made a part of the minutes. He requested that each item be discussed individually. Mr. Long stated they have done what is requested in item one; it just is not shown on the plat. This is not a problem; they will furnish a drainage area map including a scale drawing indicating the drainage area for which the major box culvert is to be constructed. Mr. Long stated he does not agree with Mr. Lynch' s recommendation in item two of a 35 to 50 foot concrete lined channel transition on both the up and downstream ends of the box culvert. However, this is an engineering item and he will meet with Mr. Lynch concerning this. Mr. Adams stated he feels there are several items that need to be worked out with Mr. Lynch prior to final platting by the City Council . Mr. Long stated item three requires three water connections at the time of street construction by installing four- inch pipe with plugs on both ends. However, since the actual location and necessary size of the water line is not known at this time, they request this item to be deleted. His client does not own the property to the east; E- Systems owns it. If they want the connections at this time and will pay to have them put in, they will put them in. However, it would be less expensive to bore under the street at a later date than install the connections and possibly have to relocate them. Mr. Adams inquired about the problems with boring. Mr. Long stated there could be a problem with the street settling. However, there is an alternate method of boring that would not leave a gap between the pipe and the street and, therefore, the problem of settling would be eliminated. Mr. Hamm of 408 Woodbriar in Bedford stated there is a problem with developing this property due to cost escalation. He feels the cost of providing water service to the property should be paid by the developer of that property. Chairman Tyson asked the cost of the three water connections. Mr. Long stated it would be approxi- mately $1200. (Page Six, Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, June 20, 1978) Mr. Long stated the fill referred to in item four will need to be discussed with Mr. Lynch. He stated he does not feel the fill dirt is necessary, however, they will do whatever is necessary to prevent the ponding of the water. Mr. Long stated the cross sections of the existing drainage ditch requested in item five are included on the storm sewer sheet rather than the drainage sheet. However, if additional information is needed, they will furnish it. Mr. Long stated the bench marks mentioned in item six are no problem. This has been done by the surveyor, it just is not on the plat. Mr. Long stated there is not a problem with item seven concerning the existing 24-inch water line and its easement limits. The surveyor has checked this but they will show it on the plat. Mr. Long stated he does not see the necessity of a free right turn lane on Westpark Way as recommended in item eight, but he will discuss this with Mr. Lynch. Mr. Adams stated the width of the existing Westpark Way is adequate for four lanes of traffic as well as a center lane. However, the extension will be only four lanes without the center lane. Westpark Way is projected to be a major North-South thorough- fare and traffic slowing in the right lane for the turn onto Silver Creek Drive will back up traffic on this major thoroughfare, which is what Mr. Lynch wants to prevent. Chairman Tyson stated the traffic would only be slowing down for the turn and only those going into Parkwood Addition would be turning at that point. Therefore, he does not feel there will be a problem of traffic backing up. He asked the cost of the additional lane. Mr. Long stated it would probably be between $1200.00 and $1500.00, but could be more. Mr. Long stated he does not agree with the requirement of the removal and replacement of ten feet of existing pavement subgrade as mentioned in item nine. He stated there is a possibility that only three feet would need to be replaced, or it could require the replacement of twenty feet. Therefore, he requests permission to deviate from the ten foot requirement and only replace the pavement subgrade necessary to allow a smooth and more permanent transition. (Page Seven, Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, June 20, 1978) Mr. Long stated he agrees to items ten, eleven, and twelve; there is no problem. The recess storm drain inlet requested in item twelve is about $200.00 more per inlet than those indicated on the plans. However, he does not disagree with this as this is a better inlet. Chairman Tyson stated there is one other item that is not in the letter. Mr. Flynn stated this concerns ponding on the property at the northeast corner of Westpark Way and Silver Creek Drive. Mr. Long stated this will be taken care of. Mr. Hamm stated he does not own that property. Chairman Tyson stated the construction of Silver Creek Drive is the cause of the ponding. Mr. Eden asked who owns the property. Mr. Long stated E-Systems owns the property. Mr. Hamm stated consent from the owner will be needed before they can go on the property. Mr. Adams stated it is not very deep and does not feel it is a major problem. Mr. Long stated he feels it can be worked out with Mr. Lynch. Mr. Adams made a motion to recommend final plat approval of Parkwood Addition, 1st Installment subject to Messrs. Long and Lynch working out the twelve items of Mr. Lynch' s letter, the deletion of "ten feet" in item nine and just requiring what is necessary to provide a smooth transition, and also subject to the working out of the drainage problem on the unplatted property at the northeast corner of Silver Creek Drive and Westpark Way. Mr. Eden seconded the motion. Chairman Tyson asked if specific mention should be made concerning the right turn lane referred to in item eight. (Page Eight, Regular Meeting, Planning and Zoning Commission, June 20, 1978) Mr. Adams stated Messrs. Long and Lynch can work this out later. He personally is not sure the right turn lane is needed at this time. If it is needed at a future date, that is when it should be put in and done by the people that are going to use it. Based on his knowl - edge at this time, he feels it is not necessary at this time. However, it should be worked out with the city staff. Chairman Tyson stated he is also con- cerned with the connection lines required in item three. Mr. Eden stated he too feels the re- quirement of the stub-outs is not necessary. However, he is not sure about the turn lane. Mr. Adams amended his motion to recommend approval of Parkwood Addition, 1st Installment subject to Mr. Lynch' s letter, however eliminating requirements three and eight and deleting from item nine the ten foot requirement and just requiring what is necessary to provide a smooth transition and adding another item to require whatever is necessary to eliminate the drainage problem on the unplatted property at the northeast corner of Silver Creek Drive and Westpark Way. Mr. Eden stated he accepts the amendment to the motion. The vote on the amended motion is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Adams, Eden, Deithloff, Tyson, Munir, and Mrs. Lightbody Nays: None Chairman Tyson declared the motion carried. III . JULY 4TH MEETING The July 4th Planning and Zoning Commission meeting was rescheduled for Thursday, July 6th at 7: 30 p.m. I V. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. APPROV's : Chairman