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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - Planning and Zoning Commission - 1991 - 12/13 - RegularALLEN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 13, 1991 ATTENDANCE: Commission Members Present: John Garcia, Chairman Harold Biggs, Vice -Chairman Kenneth Fulk, Secretary Douglas Gallagher Jeffery Kelley Judith Seale Noel Crume Commission Members Absent: City Staff Present: Bill Petty, Director of Community Development Tom Keener, Development Coordinator Sally Leeper, Secretary CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM: With a quorum of the Commissioners present, the Allen Planning & Zoning Com- mission was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Garcia at the Allen Municipal Annex, City Council Chambers, One Butler Circle, Allen, Texas. Approve Minutes October 24, 1991 (Agenda Item II) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Approve minutes of October 24, 1991, Regular meeting." MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Biggs and a second by Commissioner Seale, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the minutes of October 24, 1991, as presented. J PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 2 Tabled Item Wilbow Peck Corp. (Katherine Parks) (Agenda Item III) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Tabled Item - Consider a request by Wilbow Peck Corporation, represent- ing Katherine Parks and Lynn Parks to rezone 18.25± acres from Planned Development No. 46 to Garden Home. The property is described as Block A, Lot 3, Deer Crest Addition to the City of Allen, Collin County, Texas; Further described as being located north of Oak Hill Addition between S.H. 5 and Jupiter Road." MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Falk and a second by Commissioner Biggs, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to remove Agen- da Item III from the table. It was noted that Mr. Keith Jackson, Wilbow Peck Corporation, has requested that this item be withdrawn from consideration. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Crams and a second by Commissioner Seale, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to allow the proponent to withdraw the request. Public Hearing LaPetite Academy (Agenda Item IV) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Public Hearing - Consider a request by LaPetite Academy to amend the original site plan to allow an 8 -foot wooden fence to replace the existing landscape screening wall at Lot 1, Block 1, LaPetite Academy Addition; further described as being located at 103 Fountain Gate Drive." Ms. Brenda Ford, Regional Director of LaPetite Academy, 1137 E. Park Blvd., Plano, Texas, presented the request to the Commission. She stated that the academy has been unsuccessful in their attempt to grow a living landscape screening wall. They are requesting the site plan be amended to include an 8 - foot wooden fence. Mr. Keener stated that this property is located in a planned development, and includes an approved site plan which requires a landscape screening wall. Because this is a planned development, the site plan requires amendment approval from the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council. Commissioner Crams requested information regarding what type of wooden fence is to be constructed. Mr. Keener stated that the ordinance requires only 78% screening. The current site plan requires screening on the north and west sides of the property. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 3 Public Hearing LaPetite Academy (Cont.) (Agenda Item IV) Chairmen Garcia opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to speak for or against the request, Chairman Garcia closed the public hearing. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Fulk and a second by Commissioner Biggs, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the request by LaPetite Academy. Public Hearing Robert J. Johnson (Agenda Item V) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Public Hearing - Consider a request by Don Tipton, Inc. for Robert J. Johnson to rezone 149 acres from Agriculture -Open Space to Flood Plain - Planned Development No. 50. The property is described as being located in the John Phillips Survey, Abstract No. 708, the John W. Roberts Sur- vey, Abstract No. 762, and being part of an 80.5 acre tract described in a deed recorded in Volume 146, Page 560, of the Collin County Land Records, also being a part of a 120.73 acre tract of land as conveyed by Etta Olivine Ownsby, et al, to Velma Ruth Reed by deed recorded in Volume 434, Page 375-377 of the Land Records of Collin County, Texas; further described as being located south of and adjacent to S. H. 121 midway between U.S. 75 and Custer Road." Chairman Garcia stated that the proponent is requesting withdrawal of the request. Mr. Keener stated that the City Attorney has advised that the public hearing process is not required if the Commission is inclined to accept the withdrawal. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Crume and a second by Commissioner Seale, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the request to withdraw Agenda Item V. L 7 PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 4 Public Hearing White's Concrete & Pottery (Agenda Item VI) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item intd the record as follows: "Public Hearing - Consider a request by White's Concrete & Pottery to rezone 16.7137 acres of land from Light Industrial (LI) to Planned Develop- ment No. 51 (PD No. 51) with site plan approval. The property is de- scribed as three tracts of land conveyed to Bethany Tech Center Associ- ates, Ltd. ; a 4.909 acre tract, a 6.324 acre tract, and a 5.481 acre tract located in the William Perrin Survey, Abstract No. 708, recorded in Vol. 1780, Page 105 of the Deed Records of Collin County, Texas; further described as being located at the northeast corner of Bethany Drive and U.S. 75." Mr. Robert Pope, 4011 W. Plano Parkway, Plano, representing White's Pottery of Houston, Texas, presented the request to the Commission. He stated that 25% of this business includes the manufacture of pottery. The remainder involves the importation and distribution of home interior and terra cotta products. He added that the company is expanding from a totally wholesale business to one that includes retail sales. Because of the type of business, good access is necessary for deliveries and for customers. He presented the proposed site plan to the Commission. There are approximately 21 acres of landscaped property included on the site plan. He stated that the loading area will be completely screened from the neighboring properties. This property is currently zoned Light Industrial (LI) and the proponent is asking for Planned Development (PD) zoning including the LI requirements, with three changes: Allow indoor retail sales by right, which are currently allowed in LI zoning with a specific use permit. 2. Add outdoor plant nursery as a use by right. 3. Permit parking of automobiles and display of plants within the required 100 -foot front yards facing Bethany and U.S. 75. Mr. Pope stated that the site plan includes a building site of 150,000 square feet. Currently, the plan is to construct 100,000 square feet in phase one. The proposed parking is adequate, except that additional parking for the nursery is not included because this would require a reduction in landscaping. He present- ed a rendering of the proposed exterior of the building, and discussed the possible sales and ad valorem taxes the city might expect to receive from this venture. Mr. Jack Hatchell was available to discuss the traffic study. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 5 Public Hearing White's Concrete & Pottery (Cont.) (Agenda Item VI) Mr. Keener stated that the traffic study had been reviewed by the Council of Governments (COG). Bethany Drive will become an 8 -lane divided thoroughfare in the future. Because of this, any traffic problems should be resolved. The proponent has agreed to dedicate the necessary right-of-way to make Bethany an 8 -lane divided roadway. Commissioner Crume questioned items regarding the traffic study and Mr. Hatchell responded. The encroachment of the outdoor display of plant material on the west, and the parking area to the south, into the required 100 -foot setbacks was discussed, as well as the grade differential proposed at the northeast corner of the property. Mr. Pope advised the Commission that the applicant proposes to begin construc- tion in the spring of 1992. Chairman Garcia opened the public hearing. Mr. Gary Schatzel, Director of Manufacturing, InteCom, residing at 608 Ridgemont, spoke as a resident of Allen, and a corporate officer of InteCom. He stated that the request appears to be acceptable to him, and that the request would be acceptable to InteCom. It was suggested that the peak traffic periods for this project would be different from the peak periods for the industrial developments of InteCom, DLM, and Bethany Tech Center. Chairman Garcia closed the public hearing. Chairman Garcia suggested that the request should be considered in view of the property use, and not this particular applicant. It was clarified that only trees and plant materials are being requested for outside storage. Mr. Pope advised that the bags of fertilizer, etc. would be under cover and screened from public view. Chairman Garcia questioned the possibility of screening this outdoor area in a similar manner as Home Depot has done in Plano. Mr. Pope stated that the proponent desires to stay away from a structural screen, and wishes to use the plant material as the screen. Mr. Petty suggested language could be added to the request that might create a living screen from the display of plant material with the foliage creating a living screen along the north and west boundary to screen the view from the remainder of the plant material inside this area. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 6 Public Hearing White's Concrete & Pottery (Cont.) (Agenda Item VI) Commissioner Gallagher stated his concern was what this area would look like during off-peak seasons. The Commission suggested a permanent living screen and Mr. Pope stated this would need to be tied to the elevation of U.S. 75. Mr. Petty stated that the Zoning Ordinance requires an 8 -foot screen. Mr. Pope requested less than 8 feet. He suggested that the language state that the plant material be screened from adjacent property by the use of berms and a living screen to the north and west of the display area, and this design would be reviewed by city staff. Regarding the 100 -foot setback requirements, Mr. Pope discussed the fact that the Bethany Tech Center was given a variance to this requirement to allow a 20 - foot setback, and the proponent's plan would transition from 100 feet to their 20 feet. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Gallagher and a second by Commis- sioner Crume, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to ap- prove the request as presented with the additional requirement that a combination of berms and shrubs would be used as a living screen on the north and west boundaries of the property, built to the satisfaction of city staff. The following findings were read into the record: 1. The Commission has allowed indoor retail by right which was previously allowed by Specific Use Permit. 2. The proposed development is consistent with existing development. 3. The necessary traffic improvements will be accomplished on other proper- ties. 4. Adequate parking is provided. The variance to allow parking in the 100 - foot setback was considered and approved. 5. The site plan provides for the future right-of-way for the 8 -lane divided thoroughfare on Bethany Drive. Mr. Petty suggested that the revisions being recommended might require some time for the proponent to prepare new documents and a February 6, 1992, public hearing date at City Council might be appropriate. The consensus of the Commis- sion was to recommend a public hearing date for City Council of February 6, 1992. MIR PLANNING & ZONING CONIUSSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 7 Public Hearing Heritage Park IV (Agenda Item VII) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Public Hearing - Consider a request by Don A. Tipton, Inc. for the Resolution Trust Corporation to rezone Tracts IVA, IVB, and V of Planned Development No. 22 from Shopping Center/Multi-family/Twin-Plex to Planned Development No. 22, Tract IVA, IVB, and V, Single Family/Shopping Center. The property is described as being a tract of land situated in the R. C. Whisenant Survey, Abstract No. 1012, City of Allen, Collin County, Texas; further described as being the southwest corner of Allen Heights Drive and Bethany Drive." Chairman Garcia stated that the proponent is requesting withdrawal of the request. Mr. Keener stated that the City Attorney has advised that the public hearing process is not required if the Commission is inclined to accept the withdrawal. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Biggs and a second by Commissioner Creme, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to accept the withdrawal of Agenda Item VII. Final Plat Buckingham Lane ROW (Agenda Item VIII) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Final Plat - Consider final plat approval for right-of-way on Buckingham Lane, a tract of land situated in the J. T. Roberts Survey, Abstract No. 777 of the City of Allen, Collin County, Texas, said tract being all of a 1.912 acre tract of land conveyed to Wilmer Properties from James W. Barrett, et ux as recorded on September 18, 1984 in Volume 1979, Page 57 of the Deed Records of Collin County; also being part of Lot 10 of Bucking- ham Polo Club Estates, an unrecorded plat prepared by Roy E. McDaniel, Jr. Registered Public Surveyor No. 437; further described as being located in the Buckingham Polo Estates, Allen, Texas." Mr. Keener presented the plat to the Commission. The property owner is re- questing a permit to construct a single family dwelling on the property and is dedicating the right-of-way for future construction of Buckingham Lane. The City Engineer has prepared this document. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Biggs and a second by Commissioner Fulk, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the final plat for Buckingham Lane right-of-way dedication. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 8 Preliminary Plat Heritage Park 3 (Agenda Item IX) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Preliminary Plat - Consider preliminary plat approval for Don A. Tipton, Inc. representing Resolution Trust Corporation, for Heritage Park No. 3, being 57.68 acres in the R. C. Whisenant Survey, Abstract No. 1012; further described as being located southwest of Bethany Drive and Allen Heights Drive." Mr. Pat Atkins, Don A. Tipton, Inc., presented the request on behalf of the Resolution Trust Corporation and Crown Oaks Group from Arlington. The proponent is purchasing the entire tract south of Bethany, and also Tract 2 north of Bethany. This request represents significant changes from the original concept plan approved in 1983. Chairman Garcia questioned the most northeastern alley access to Bethany. Mr. Atkins stated that at final platting, this alley will turn into Rockefeller south of Bethany. The Commission noted that the cul-de-sac at the northwest corner of the development will require a traffic barrier. They requested a 3-foot parapet be constructed in this area and shown on the plat. Commissioner Falk indicated that the alley access along Michelson appears to be lengthy; however, Mr. Whitehead has indicated to staff that the proposal meets the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Biggs and a second by Commissioner Kelley, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the preliminary plat for Heritage Park 3 with alley access at the north- east corner of the subdivision being corrected and the traffic barrier at the northwest corner being included on the preliminary plat. CII PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 9 Preliminary Plat Heritage Park 3A (Agenda Item X) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Preliminary Plat - Consider preliminary plat approval for Don A. Tipton, Inc. representing Resolution Trust Corporation, for Heritage Park No. 3A, being 54.26 acres in the R. C. Whisenant Survey, Abstract No. 1012; further described as being located southwest of Bethany Drive and Allen Heights Drive." Mr. Pat Atkins presented the request to the Commission. Commissioner Gallagher expressed concern over traffic flow if Heritage Park Phase 3 develops without developing Phase 3A, and suggested the need for both phases to develop at the same time. Mr. Keener stated that the City Engineer had reviewed the plat and indicated that the traffic flow would be minimal, however, within the city's requirements. Commissioner Biggs questioned the need for a traffic barrier along the cul-de-sac which backs to Bethany Drive. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Biggs and a second by Commissioner Fulls, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the preliminary plat for Heritage Park 3 with the inclusion of a traffic barrier along the cul-de-sac backing to Bethany. Preliminary Plat Heritage Park 3B (Agenda Item XI) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Preliminary Plat - Consider preliminary plat approval for Don A. Tipton, Inc. representing Resolution Trust Corporation, for Heritage Park No. 3B, being 30.31 acres in the R. C. Whisenant Survey, Abstract No. 1012; further described as being located southwest of Bethany Drive and Allen Heights Drive." Mr. Pat Atkins presented the plat to the Commission. He stated that this tract connects to Allen Heights and will be a different product type from Phase 3 and 3A. Commissioner Biggs questioned the landscaping treatment along Allen Heights. The developer was requested to consider this issue during develop- ment. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Biggs and a second by Commissioner Seale, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the preliminary plat for Heritage Park 3B. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 10 Preliminary Plat Cottonwood Bend 4D (Agenda Item XII) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Preliminary Plat - Consider preliminary plat approval for Corwin Engi- neering representing CB4, Ltd., for Cottonwood Bend 4D, being 12.91 acres out of the R. C. Whisenant Survey, Abstract No. 1012; further described as being located south of Ridgemont Drive and Spring Creek Drive." Mr. Warren Corwin, Corwin Engineering, presented the plat to the Commission. Mr. Keener stated that staff recommends approval of this plat. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Biggs and a second by Commissioner Gallagher, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the preliminary plat for Cottonwood Bend 4D. Final Plat Cottonwood Bend 4D (Agenda Item XIII) Chairman Garcia read the agenda item into the record as follows: "Final Plat - Consider final plat approval for Corwin Engineering repre- senting CB4, Ltd., for Cottonwood Bend 4D, being 12.91 acres out of the R. C. Whisenant Survey, Abstract No. 1012; further described as being located south of Ridgemont Drive and Spring Creek Drive." Mr. Warren Corwin presented the plat to the Commission. It conforms to the preliminary plat previously approved. Mr. Keener stated that staff has reviewed the plat and recommends approval. MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Seale and a second by Commissioner Gallagher, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the final plat for Cottonwood Bend 4D. Other Business: Mr. Keener stated that unless the Commission desires otherwise, the December 26, 1991, meeting will be canceled. The consensus of the Commission was to hold the meeting if an agenda item is presented. H: PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1991 PAGE 11 Adjourn: MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Creme and a second by Commissioner Kelley, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to adjourn the December 12, 1991, meeting of the Allen Planning & Zoning Commis- sion at 9:30 p.m. These minutes approved this Z3 day of _- 1992. MIAJ I_L� Jo 7 TaFeia, Chairman r - - r/ C w,h nom„` IL_�r� Kenneth Fulk, Secretary