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Home My WebLink AboutMin - Planning and Zoning Commission - 1999 - 08/26 - RegularALLEN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 26, 1999 ATTENDANCE. Commission Members Present: Ross Obertneyer, Chairman Jeff McGregor, Vice -Chairman (arrived at 7'45 p m.) Jeffrey Kelley Pamela Smith Kevin Kerr (left at 9:50 p.m.) Scott Neice Mark Pacheco Commission Members Absent None City Staff Present: Marina Sukup, Director of Planning Marcie Diamond, Senior Planner Tom Keener, Development Coordinator Pam Conway, Secretary Carolyn Thomas, Planning Tech Peter Tian, Traffic Engineer Dan Tracy, Civil Engineer Pete Smith, City Attorney CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM: With a quorum of the Commission Member present, the Allen Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order at 7 18 p.m., by Chairman Obermeyer, at the City Council Chambers, Allen Public Library, Two Allen Civic Plaza, Allen, Texas WORKSHOP Ms. Marina Sukup, Director of Planning, updated the Commission regarding the Paxton tract. She advised the Commission that the staff recommendation to the City Council changed to provide for a continuation of a residential collector system through the tract. Ms. Sukup also advised the Commission of a tentative date of September 30, 1999 for ajoint workshop, with City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission, to discuss design guidelines for development. E PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 26, 1999 PAGE 2 REGULAR MEETING I CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM: With a quorum of the Commission Member present, the Allen Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order at 7-30 p.m., by Chairman Obenneyer, at the City Council Chambers, Allen Public Library, Two Allen Civic Plaza, Allen, Texas. IL Consent Agenda A. Approve Minutes of August 12, 1999 Motion: Upon a motion by Commission Member Smith and a second by Commission Member Kerr, the Commission voted 6 I FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. The Motion Carried. III. VACATION PLAT/FINAL PLAT Allen Tech Center Addition, Lots 2 & 3, Blk. 1 Consider a request for a Vacation Plat for Allen Tech Center Addition, Lots 2 & 3, Block 1, and a Replat for Allen Tech Center Addition, Lots 2 & 3, Block 1, located in the William Perrin Survey, Abstract No. 708, Collin County, City of Allen, Texas; further described as being located at the northeast corner of U.S 75 and Bethany Drive. Mr. Tom Keener, Development Coordinator, stated that the applicant desires to alter the lot lines of Lots 2 and 3, and staff recommends approval Mr. Bob Needham, Needham Wright Engineers, on behalf of the applicant, was present to answer any questions. Motion: Upon a motion by Commission Member Pacheco and a second by Commission Member Smith, the Commission voted 6 I FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the vacation plat for Allen Tech Center Addition, Lots, 2 & 3, Block 1; and approve the Final Plat for Allen Tech Center Addition, Lots, 2 & 3, Block 1, noting that the missing boundary call and common lot line be corrected before filing the plat at the county. The Motion Carried. IV TABLED ITEM/PUBLIC HEARING Allen Retail Center (Citgo) Consider a request for a change in zoning from Local Retail (LR) to a Planned Development District for Shopping Center Uses, for the Allen Retail Center. The property is 3 96 acres of land situated in the Lewis Wetsel Survey, Abstract No 978, City of Allen, Collin County, Texas; being further described as located at the southeast corner of S.H. 5 and Exchange Parkway PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 26, 1999 PAGE 3 Ms. Marcie Diamond stated that on August 12, 1999 the Planning and Zoning Commission tabled this request to allow the applicant time to revise the concept site plan and development regulations per concerns discussed by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the neighboring property owners The applicant, Mr. Chris Barnett, Mase and Associates, Dallas, stated that per discussion with the neighbors just prior to the meeting, in addition to the changes already reflected In the packet, the landscaping would be increased adjacent to Lot 7 (abutting single family lot) to shield the car lights from the residential neighbors. He also indicated that they would add an additional three (3) feet of landscaped area, for a total of thirteen feet, along the eastern property line. Chairman Obermeyer stated that the Public Hearing remains open. Frank Sept Jr , 7 Lawn Meadow Cove, Allen, stated that he is the homeowner adjacent to lot 7 He indicated concern for the headlights, noise, and lighting over 8 feet high He requested that there be no storage buildings, or trash,just landscaping. He suggested a sign stating "employee parking only" for the rear parking lot With no one else wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was closed. The applicant, Chris Barnett, agreed to erect a sign stating that the back parking lot would be employee parking only, and would add that requirement to the development regulations if needed. Motion: Following discussion, a motion was made by Commission Member Smith and a second by Commission Member Kelley, the Commission voted 7 I FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the request with the following changes to the development regulations: The Motion Carried. E. Exterior Lighting: 1. Exterior lighting fixtures al�wle, shall be of harmonious) design on all buildings, and shall be an earth tone color. 3. Fixtures located in yards adjacent to residential zoned districts may be mounted on the buildings less than 8 feet above average grade in the area. If desired to be mounted greater than 12 feet above grade, they shall be mounted at the pi sipem^ li ptIw I I wand directed so as not to shine toward adjacent properties. F. Screening Adjacent to Single Family (east and south property lines): 11 I I , • I ik, ,wkee±+ wl-� \n nthhnondl 13 teel lendsu,pe al -, „ill n, d ,np it e ".1101 nn Iopel'h line. .. r" 3. 1 and sv aLn_ mune LL" m ul - �� II cr', ea( to n Ld acent resolen_ce tram 11lLIits. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 26, 1999 PAGE 4 VI PUBLIC HEARING Custer/McDermott Addn.. Lot 4 Bik A Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for Gasoline Sales on property currently zoned Flood Plain -Planned Development No. 56 (FP -PD NO 56). The property is 1.3172 acres of land located in the John Huffman Survey, Abstract No. 416 and known as Lot 4, Block A of the Custer/McDermott Addition, an addition in the City of Allen, Collin County, Texas, further described as being located at the southeast comer of Custer Road and McDermott Drive. Ms Diamond advised the Commission that staff recommends approval if the driveway access from Custer Road is relocated 50 feet to the south, in conformance with City standards. The applicant, Mr. Blair Baker, Tech Express, Richardson, on behalf of Chevron, agreed to relocate the driveway and presented materials that showed the proposed colors of the station Chairman Obermeyer opened the Public Hearing. With no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was closed. Commission Member Pacheco expressed concern that the landscaping adjacent to the car wash exit would obstruct visibility There was also a concern about the visibility triangle at the corner of McDermott and Custer Rd. It was determined that is was a drafting error, and would be corrected. Motion: Upon a motion by Commission Member Pacheco and a second by Commission Member Smith, the Commission voted 7 I FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the Specific Use Permit, with the conditions that the drive approach be moved 50 feet to the south on Custer Road, and that the visibility of the car wash exit be improved. The Motion Carried. VI. TABLED ITEM/PUBLIC HEARING Hotel/Motel Consider an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No. 1425-5-96, as previously amended, to amend Section 2.10 to delete the current definition of Hotel/Motel and add a new definition for Hotel/Motel, and by adding Section 3.13 Development Standards for HotelfMotels. Chairman Obermeyer stated that the Public Hearing remains open. With no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was closed. Commission Member Kerr left at this time. Motion: Following discussion, a motion was made by Commission Member Smith, and a second by Commission Member Pacheco, the Commission voted 6 I FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to send forward the recommendation with the following changes: LCompletely remove the word "Motel" from the ordinance. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 26, 1999 PAGE 2. Site Facilities. a. Number of Rooms. A full-service hoteVmotel and a suite hotel/motel shall have at least 100 guest rooms. b. Meeting Rooms. A full-service hotel shall have at least 4,000 square feet of nurthnr roo nJi_icc A limited service hotel shall have at least 700 square feet u1 nrcctm;; ruc. The meeting rooms shall be equipped with a sink and a coffee bar. The Motion Carried. VII. TABLED ITEM/PUBLIC HEARING Concrete or Asphalt Batching Plant Mini -Warehouse Consider an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No 1425-5-96, as previously amended, to amend Section 2.10 by adding new definitions for Concrete or Asphalt Batching Plant (Temporary), Concrete or Asphalt Batching Plant (Non -Temporary), and Mini -Warehouse (with or without caretakers residence). Chairman Obermeyer stated that the Public Hearing remains open. With no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was closed. Motion: Upon a motion by Commission Member Smith, and a second by Commission Member Pacheco, the Commission voted 6 I FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to recommend approval with the changes shown below: Concrete or Asphalt Batching Plant (Temuorarv) - A temporary manufacturing facility for the production of concrete or asphalt during construction of a project, and to be removed when the project is completed. Permitted by permit issued by building official for initial of twelve (12) months and one (1) extension of six (6) months. Mini -warehouse (with or without caretakers residence) - A building(s) containing separate, individual self -storage units of 500 square feet or less for rent or lease restricted solely to the storage of items. The conduct of sales, business, or any activity other than storage shall be prohibited within any individual storage unit. Management Office and Caretakers Residence are permitted under this use. Outside storage shall be screened from view from adjacent properties and public rights-of-way. The Motion Carried. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 26, 1999 PAGE VIII. TABLED ITEM/PUBLIC HEARING Retail Cleaning Plant/Laundry/Cleaning/Self-Service Laundry Consider an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance No. 1425-5-96, as previously amended, to amend Section 2 by adding new definitions for Retail Cleaning Plant with Pick -Up Facilities, Laundry/Cleaning, Pick -Up Only and Self -Service Laundry, and proving for districts where these uses would be permitted Chairman Obermeyer stated that the Public Hearing remains open. With no one wishing to speak, the Public Hearing was closed. Motion: Following discussion, a motion was made by Commission Member Smith and a second by Commission Member McGregor, the Commission voted 6 IN FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to approve the recommendation with the following changes: Revise the definition of the Retail Cleaning Plant with Pick-up Facilities and Self -Service Laundry as follows: Retail Cleaning Plant with Pick-up Facilities: a facility of less than 5,500 square feet in gross Boor area offering retail services to the public, eaufuned for commercial laundry and dry cleanine operations, and storing solvents and cleaning compounds on the Premises." Self -Service Laundry: An unattended facility with coin-operated washine machines and or/dryers available for the use of the general a Public. This does not include laundry facilities Provided as an accessory use for the benefit of the residents or tenants of multi -family development Projects. The Summary of districts permitted were revised as follows: SUMMARY OF DISTRICTS PERMITTED USE DISTRICTS PERMITTED MF -12 MF -18 LR SC GB CC PD LI CBD Cleaning Plant, Laundry, Commercial X X X Retail Cleaning Plant, with Pick -Up Facilities Y S S Laundry/Cleaning, Pick -Up Only X X X X Self -Service Laundry S S S - NOT PERMITTED A PERMITTED AS AN ACCESSORY USE X PERMITTED BY RIGHT S PERMITTED BY SUP * WHEN ALLOWED BY PD ORDINANCE The Motion Carried. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 26, 1999 PAGE IX. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION IN ITS CAPACITY AS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 395 TO THE TEXAS LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE a. Consideration of Land Use Assumptions. Ms. Diamond gave a brief presentation on the land use assumptions. Motion: Following discussion, a motion was made by Commission Member McGregor and a second by Commission Member Pacheco, the Commission voted 6 I FAVOR and 0 OPPOSED to accept the Land Use Assumption Study as presented. The Motion Carried. X. Discussion of a proposed structure for the Allen Unified Development Code. Ms. Marina Sukup asked the Commission to review the Unified Development Code and advise her of comments. X1. Other Business None XII. Adjourn Motion: Upon a motion by Commission Member Pacheco and a second by I Commission Member Neice, the Commission voted 6 for and 0 OPPOSED to Adjourn the August 26, 1999 meeting at 11:27 p.m. °I These minutes approved this ' — day of of 1999 Ross Obermevot, Chairman Pamela in ,Secretary / Z C