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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - Planning and Zoning Commission - 1993 - 02/17 - WorkshopALLEN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION WORKSHOP MEETING FEBRUARY 17, 1993 ATTENDANCE: Commission Members Present John Garcia, Chairman Harold Biggs, Vice -Chairman Steve Allen Noel Crume Commission Members Absent: Kenneth Fulk, Secretary Douglas Gallagher Jeffery Kelley 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 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Garcia at the Allen Municipal Annex, City Council Chambers, One Butler Circle, Allen, Texas. WORKSHOP - TWIN CREEKS The following subjects were discussed: Thoroughfares: Mr. Richard Ferrara discussed the revisions to the thoroughfare plan that have been agreed to by Mr. John Friebele, Hunter and Associates, and Mr. Roy Wilshire. He provided a revised Exhibit showing the thoroughfare plan. He explained that they are indicating a 28' median to account for some of the dual turn lanes and to keep the straight -ahead lanes in a straight line. The proposal is consistent with Level of Service C. With reference to Exchange being a controlled access road, it is now being referred to in the text as having design standards with median breaks no closer PLANNING 6 ZONING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 17, 1993 PAGE 2 than ,1-z mile, and drive cuts at 200' intervals. Drive cuts will be no closer than 150'to an intersection. Median cuts are only at intersections and 1-, mile from an intersection. For any sections where dedicated right -turn lanes use the entire right-of-way width, the pedestrian ways will be accessed through an easement shown on the plat. The text describing the right-of-way indicates the numbers are minimum only. Additional feet needed for any turn lanes might be additional. Discussion was held regarding whether the City would want to enforce the controlled access design standards. Mr. Petty suggested that the restrictions would not be needed if 8 lanes were dedicated to Alma Drive. He advised that the Development Subcommittee is recommending that the City not require a developer to construct more than the two outside lanes of a 6 or 8 -lane thoroughfare. Based on this requirement, the developer is not required to pay any additional funds for construction. There was discussion regarding the construction of the median in the case of a future 8 -lane divided thoroughfare. Mr. Ferrara stated that the section between Watters and Bray Central contains the lightest section of traffic along the entire length of Exchange. Chairman Garcia asked if the proponent could agree to 132' of right-of-way from Watters to Bray Central. Mr. Ferrara stated he would need to check with Mr. Moseman, who was not present at this time. The Commission discussed this issue at length. At this time, Mr. Greg Moseman arrived at the meeting and Mr. Ferrara advised that proponent is willing to designate 8 lanes from Natters to Bray Central and dedicate the 132'of right-of- way necessary. Mr. Ferrara stated that the necessary turn lanes at U.S. 75 and S. H. 121 will be dictated by the State's design standards. The design of the bridge over Rowlett Creek will be approved by the Engineering Department at the time of construc- tion. Mr Keener questioned access on the Whisenant tract and was advised that this would be sufficient. He further discussed the fact that at a previous meeting it was stated that neighboring cities do not require a Level of Service C, and requested Mr. Friebele to clarify this issue. Mr. Friebele stated that most of the suburban cities do require an LOS C; Plano is an exception. Mr. Keener further discussed the additional right-of-way being proposed for left and right turn lanes. Mr. Ferrara provided information received from adjacent property owners regarding the approval of the road alignment. Chairman Garcia stated that the City Council will be conducting a public hearing on changes to the thoroughfare plan at the same time they conduct a public hearing on this zoning request. Two recommendations will need to go forward from the Commission to the Council; one for an amendment to the thoroughfare plan, and a second for the zoning request itself. He emphasized the fact that the intersections at Alma and 121 and Exchange as 121 will be determined in the PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 17, 1993 PAGE 3 future by the State. This proposal will not delete any currently planned inter- sections with 121. Mr Petty emphasized that this request addresses only Exchange to the southern boundary of S.H. 121, not across S.H. 121. This issue will need to be considered at a later time and will involve the City of McKinney, Collin County, and the State. The consensus of the Commission was that the amended proposal, including additional right-of-way on Exchange to 132' to Bray Central, was appropriate. Mr. Petty added that language should be added that prior to platting of any property, a facilities agreement, acceptable to the City, will be in place to cover all thoroughfares and bridges. All specific projects shall be identified at that time. School Sites: Mr. Ferrara presented a letter from Dr. Davenport, Allen Independent School District, stating that the School Board has indicated acceptance of the three school sites proposed. The dual zoning designation will remain as proposed. The site on the Green tract will be deeded to the school immediately. Development Standards: Mr. Petty stated that he has met with the proponent and the following changes are being proposed to the development standards: 1. Clapboard Siding - All homes are being proposed with 75% masonry. 2. Sidewalks, one side of street only - Sidewalks will be provided on both sides of the street. 3. Private streets - Streets will be public. 4. Maximum dwelling units on each tract, total cap 4100, with an increase in any one district of 15% - There will be a cap on each tract; any left over can be carried over to the remaining acres. 5. Alleys - Language will be added indicating that alleys would not be re- quired adjacent to golf course, streets, community facilities projects, or significant stands of native trees. S. Height Restrictions on Single Family to 3 stories - Heights will be allowed to 3i' but changed to 21, stories. PLANNING b ZONING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 17, 1993 PAGE 4 Private Club Language - Serving is regulated by the State. If the golf course is given a private club permit, then all persons served will have to be a member. Architectural Control Committee - proponent will take care of all Architec- tural Control Committee approvals and the City will not be involved with these requirements. All City permits will be issued in accordance with City standards. Side Yards - If side yard is less than 7', the air conditioning units will need to be located in the rear yards. Mr. Petty advised that these changes clarify all previous variances to the normal City development standards. The consensus of the Commission was that the proposed changes are acceptable and appropriate. It was stated that if alleys are adjacent to a street, then a sidewalk will be required, as well as a 3' traffic barrier. Mr. Keener stated that the proposal includes cul-de-sacs to be allowed at 1000' nd the City's standard is 600' at this time; however, there is a possibility that this requirement will be changed in the near future through the revisions to the Subdivision Ordinance. Kittvhawk Mr Ferrara provided a letter received from the Kittyhawk Association. Propo- nent has added a prohibition to anything but office use within 350' of their property. Proponent requested from them an assurance of daytime flights during normal working hours. The homeowners have offered to help with future tenants or occupants in this regard. Mr. John Green: Mr. Green stated that he is concerned about the townhome zoning being proposed on his property. He is envisioning a near-term development plan, and stated that townhome is not marketable at this time. He is requesting a shift of densities on his tract which removes the townhome zoning, and provides a 3 -acre landscape buffer around the multi -family tract, which would now become two smaller tracts instead of one multi -family tract. This will provide a 1/3 increase in multi -family units; but no increase in overall units. Chairman Garcia requested copies of the proposal for study Community Facilities: The proponent stated that they will be ready on Thursday for this portion of the proposal. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 17, 1993 PAGE 5 Next Meeting': The next meeting will be held February 18, 1993, Thursday, at 8:00 p.m. at the City Council Meeting Room. Adjourn: MOTION: Upon a motion by Commissioner Crume and a second by Commissioner Biggs, the Commission voted 7 FOR and 0 OPPOSED to adjourn the February 17, 1993, meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission at 9:15 P.M. These minutes approved thiso?Y qday of JohnGarcia-, Chairman L 1993. Kennet ^'ulk, Secretary