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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-07-17STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF TARRANT CITY OF GRAPEVINE The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Grapevine, Texas, met in Regular Session, July 17, 1984, at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 413 Main Street, in a joint public hearing with the City Council, then at 311 Main Street for the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting at 8 PM, with the following persons present, to wit: Sharron Spencer Ron Cook Gerald Norman Shane Wilbanks Rick Atkins Chairman Vice Chairman Member Member Member constituting a quorum, with Members Harlen Joyce and Peggy Engholm absent, and the following City Staff, to wit: J.R. Baddaker, PE H.T. (Tommy) Hardy Shoukat Kadri Doug Eberhart Joy Welch CALL TO ORDER Director of Public Works Director, Community Development City Planner Engineer Secretary Chairman Spencer called the meeting to order and explained the procedures and purposes. ZONING APPLICATION Z84 -16 - JAMES E. KEELE The first item for consideration in order for the Commission to make a recommendation to the City Council was Zoning Application Z84 -16. In the public hearing Mr. Baddaker advised that the request was for property located at 512 Franklin Street, presently zoned R -TH for townhomes, with the requested zoning being R -3.75 for a fourplex residence. Then Mr. Baddaker introduced Mr. James Keele who explained the purpose of his request, noting that he felt the corner of Franklin and Scribner, west of Main Street would be unsuitable for townhomes; and if the request was granted, one four -plex was planned for the subject location. Mr. Keele then fielded questions from the Commission and Council, such questions, primarily indicating concern for adequate provision of water for consumption and fire protection. It was noted that the lot is 80 by 209 feet and that the building would not be of a pre -fab construction material. In response to Mayor Tate's question, the City Secretary reported that no correspondence was received relative to the case, and, further no one wished to express support or objection to the zoning case. In the Commission portion of the meeting, there was little discussion; therefore, Vice Chairman Cook made a motion to recommend that the Council approve the zoning request as submitted; and Gerald Norman seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks, & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm ZONING APPLICATION Z84 -17 - TIM LANCASTER, DELLWOOD DEVELOPMENT Next for consideration by the Commission in order for them to make a recommendation to the City Council was Zoning Application Z84 -17 submitted by Mr. Tim Lancaster of Dellwood Development Company. P &Z Minutes 7 -17 -84 Page 2 In the public hearing Mr. Baddaker noted that the 1.047 acres west of Dogwood, presently zoned PO, Professional Office, would become R -3.5, two - family and R -3.75 for three and four -plex development should the request be granted. Then Mr. Baddaker introduced Mr. James Wicker whose presentation indicated that it was the same plan as June 6, noting that the density requirements had been met and it would clean-up the zoning initiated by the City. Ms. Spann noted that no letters or petitions had been received, and no guests wished to speak relative to the subject case. A principal concern of Mr. Atkins was lots fronting on Wall which should be addressed at time of platting. Following a brief discussion, Vice Chairman Cook made a motion to recommend that the City Council approve the plat as submitted, and Gerald Norman seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: Spencer Absent: Joyce & Engholm ZONING APPLICATION Z84 -18 - BOLIN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Next for the Commission to consider and make a recommendation to the City Council was Zoning Application Z84 -18, submitted by Bolin Develop- ment Corporation. In the public hearing Mr. Baddaker noted that the property, being 1.997 acres located on the east side of 121, north os Bethel Road, presently zoned PID, Planned Industrial Development, with the requested zoning being LI, Light Industrial / Commercial. Then Mr. Baddaker introduced Mr. Bill Foos of explained the purpose of the zone change request and noted that since it was less than three acres, it would not meet the PID zoning classification requirements. Mr. Baddaker responded to Mr. Wilbanks questions, noting that staff comments noted the property is vacant, therefore the zoning request could not be consistent with the existing land use. In the Commission portion of the meeting, it was noted by Mr. Hardy that the property was subdivided into two acres prior to the property being zoned PID and that the City was unaware that it was only a two -acre tract at the time of rezoning. There being little further discussion, Mr. Wilbanks made a motion to recommend that the City Council approve the zone change as requested, and Mr. Atkins seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Wilbanks, Norman & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm ZONING APPLICATION Z84 -19 - JOE LIPSCOMB & SUSAN MASSEY Next for the Commission to consider and make a recommendation to the City Council was Zoning Application Z84 -19, submitted by Joe Lipscomb. In the public hearing, Mr. Baddaker advised that the address of the subject property being 1331 West Wall (the southeast corner of Wall and Pebblebrook. subject 2.256 acres, presently zoned R -3.5, Residential, would become either PO, Professional Office or R -TH, for Townhouses if the requested zoning is granted. Then Mr. Baddaker introduced Mr. Lipscomb and Susan Massey who explained the purpose of her request as being for offices. Mr. Baddaker answered Mr. Wilbanks relative to sewer facility availability. P &Z Minutes 7 -17 -84 Page 3 There was reportedly no correspondence received relative to the zoning case, and no guests wished to speak. In the Commission portion of the meeting there was no discussion, there- fore, Richard Atkins made a motion to recommend approval of the zoning as requested and thereby recommend that the Master Plan be amended to comply with PO, Professional Office zoning rather than the present Townhome designation, and Shane Wilbanks seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm ZONING APPLICATION Z84 -20 - PHIL PARKER The next item for the Commission to consider and make a recommendation to the City Council was Z84 -20 submitted by Phil Parker. In the public hearing Mr. Baddaker advised that the 8.264 acres at Park Blvd. across from Woodlake Apartments was presently zoned R -3.5 for duplexes, and would become R -TH for townhomes should the request be approved. Mr. Baddaker introduced Phil Parker who advised that Ryland Hanes would be the builder for the project should zoning be granted; and ensuing discussion addressed the drainage problem, the wooden chimneys. Mr. Atkins questioned Mr. Bill Orton of Ryland Homes as to his willingness to deed restrict the property to meet certain stipulations relative to two -story townhomes backing up to single family neighborhoods. In addressing questions from Councilman Dyer relative to installing a sewer pipe as opposed to widening drainage flumes, Mr. Baddaker offered to submit a full report relative to the drainage problem on Park and Dove. The City Secretary reported that a petition containing 16 signatures in opposition to the zone change was received, and Barbara Nunn spoke requesting deed restrictions preventing two -story townhomes. In the Commission portion of the meeting, Shane Wilbanks indicated that he would not support the zone change until such time the drainage problems was solved, and if deed restrictions would be provided. Then Mr. Kevin Conklin was questioned relative to his position on having the strip park on Park Blvd. Mr. Conklin advised that he would like to have the park for use principally as a jogging trail, and Mr. Orton noted that he would be willing to deed restrict. Then Vice Chairman Cook made a motion to recommend that zoning be approved subject to deed restrictions for two -story abutting Park Place and Autumn Hills and to have a study done relative to the feasibility of reserving the jogging park for the Parks Department. A second to the motion was offered from Gerald Norman with the prevailing vote as follows: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman & Atkins Nays: Wilbanks Absent: Joyce & Engholm FINAL PLAT OF 121 CORPORATE COURT Next for the Commission's consideration in order to make a recommendation to the City Council was the final plat of 121 Corporate Court. Mr. Eberhart advised that the subject property, a part of Northport Business Park, presently zoned PID had a zoning case heard in public hearing earlier requesting LI for the purpose of constructing a 36,000 square foot air freight facility. P &Z Minutes 7 -17 -84 Page 4 It was noted that City requirements had been met and that an extension of State Highway 121 service road would be provided to the south by the contractor and with contract to the State Highway Department. There being little discussion, Shane Wilbanks made a motion to recommend that the Council approve the final plat, and Gerald Norman seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm 181ONAMB �AWO)WO -100 IM Next the Commission was to consider the final plat of Bear Run and make a recommendation to the City Council. Mr. Eberhart advised that the project is the first phase of the townhouse -zoned property east of State Highway 121, south of Big Bear Creek. He noted that all City requirements had been met, and Staff recommends approval of the plat. In the brief discussion Mr. Hueppelhauser noted, in response to Chairman Spencer's question, that the street widths were 36 feet. Then, there being no further discussion, Vice Chairman Cook made a motion to recommend that the Council approve the plat as submitted, and Gerald Norman seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm FINAL PLAT OF WILDWOOD PARK Next for the Commission to consider and make a recommendation to the City Council was the final plat of Wildwood Park. Mr. Eberhart advised those present that this particular plat, located on the north side of Wildwood, east of the Catholic Church, meets City requirements and Staff recommends approval. Following the brief discussion, Gerald Norman made a motion to recommend that the plat be approved, and Gerald Norman seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman & Wilbanks Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm Abstain: Atkins 13QUAifURVAVlii .A►I� A► : �I�I. The next item for the Commission to consider and make a recommendation to the City Council was the final plat of Winding Creek. Mr. Eberhart advised that the subject tract is the first phase of the development of the large tract of land on the west side of Park Boulevard, south of Dove Road. Further, he advised that street alignment problems had been resolved since time of preliminary plat review as well as the problems with the power company easements, resulting in a recommendation for plat approval from the City Staff. Then Gerald Norman made a motion to recommend that the Council approve the plat as submitted, and Richard Atkins seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: P &Z Minutes 7 -17 -84 Page 5 Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm PRELIMINARY PLAT OF BLOCK 5, RIDGECREST ADDITION The next item for the Commission to consider and make a recommendation to the City Council was the preliminary plat of Block 5, Ridgecrest Addition. Mr. Eberhart advised those present that the location of the plat is the west side of Dogwood, south of Wall Street and further, that City requirements were met. However, some additional easements will be necessary for the power company, after which Staff would recommend approval. It was noted that the zoning case of this area was to square up the addition. The Commission directed questions to James Wicker who discussed the drives on Wall Street with the potential problems involved. Then following further brief discussion, Vice Chairman Cook made a motion to recommend that the Council deny the plat, and Richard Atkins seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Cook, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: Norman & Spencer Absent: Joyce & Engholm PRELIMINARY PLAT OF TATE ACRES The next item for consideration by the Commission in order to make a recommendation to the City Council was the preliminary plat of Tate Acres. Mr. Eberhart noted that the subject plat is located immediately west of Russwood Addition and immediately north of the Dove Crossing zero -lot -line project. It was further noted that water is available in Dove Loop and the developer will be required to install a lift station for sanitary sewer service which will be provided through the Dove Crossings project to the south. With a 10 foot ROW dedication for Dove Loop the total provided is 85 feet. Mr. Eberhart advised that the engineering recommendation for Dove Loop is for a minimum 4 -lane facility, and that Staff recommends plat approval. Following further discussion, Shane Wilbanks made a motion to recommend that the Council approve the plat, and a second was offered by Gerald Norman, with the prevailing vote as follows: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm PRELIMINARY PLAT OF GRAPEVINE PLAZA The final plat for consideration by the Commission in order to make a recommendation to the City Council was the preliminary plat of Grapevine Plaza. Mr. Eberhart advised that the plat located on the Henry S. Miller property west of Park Blvd. has available water and sewer. A right -of- way dedication will be necessary in the vicinity of a 25 foot off -set in the Park Blvd. right -of -way as well as water and sewer easements on the final plat. P &Z Minutes 7 -17 -84 Page 6 Henry S. Miller did agree to placing buildings either in Southlake or Grapevine and not build where half would be in one city and half in the other. Commissioners expressed concern as to whether parking would be allowed in Southlake and that Grapevine utilities would be available since no provision would be made in the area of adjoining Southlake property. Mr. Eberhart noted that City Staff recommends approval with the above mentioned stipulations being met on the final plat. There being no further discussion, Vice Chairman Cook made a motion to recommend that the Council approve the plat, and Shane Wilbanks seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Atkins & Wilbanks Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm MINUTES OF THE MEETINGS OF FEBRUARY 16, MAY 1, MAY 2 and JUNE 19, 1984 Next for the Commission's consideration were the Minutes of February 16, May 1, May 2 and June 19, 1984. There being no corrections or additions to the Minutes of February 16, 1984, Vice Chairman Cook made a motion to approve them as published, and Chairman Spencer seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook & Atkins Nays: None Abstain: Wilbanks & Norman Absent: Joyce & Engholm There being no corrections or additions to the Minutes of May 1, 1984, Shane Wilbanks made a motion to approve them as written, and Gerald Norman seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Wilbanks & Norman Abstain: Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm In discussing the Minutes of May 2, 1984, Shane Wilbanks noted that he did not abstain in voting on Parcel 105 and a vote was not indicated on Parcel 127 and 131. There being no further corrections or additions, Shane Wilbanks made a motion to approve the Minutes of May 2, as amended, and Gerald Norman seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm Abstain: Atkins It was noted that there were no necessary corrections to the Minutes of June 19, 1984, therefore, Vice Chairman Cook made a motion to approve them as published, and Gerald Norman seconded the motion which prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm MISCELLANEOUS DISCUSSION AND /OR REPORTS Chairman Spencer mentioned possible workshop meeting dates as being July 30 or 31, 1984 at 7 or 7:30. The status of the Safeway zoning case was discussed, and Mr. Hardy introduced to the Commission Al Dugger, newly employed Assistant Director of Public Works and Shoukat Kadri, new City Planner. P &Z Minutes 7 -17 -84 Page 7 10 074ffit "I`IU1�1►Mil There being no further business to come before the Commission, Vice Chairman Cook made a motion that the meeting should be adjourned at approximately 10:05 PM, and a second from Gerald Norman resulted in the following prevailing vote: Ayes: Spencer, Cook, Norman, Wilbanks & Atkins Nays: None Absent: Joyce & Engholm PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE PLANNING AND ZON,NG COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS ON THIS THE�AY OF / , 1984. ATTEST: (eta) -ge-cretaW