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TO: HONORABLE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
FROM: ROGER NELSON, CITY MANAGER l
H.T. (TOMMY) HARDY, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES '�Jl )
SUBJECT: DAVENPORT MOTOR COMPANY (CU03-44)
— PERCENT OF OPPOSITION
DATE: JANUARY 20, 2004
The total percent of property currently in opposition within 200 feet of the subject
property is 25.89 percent.
Because the total percent of property within 200 feet of the subject property exceeds 20
percent, a 3/ vote is required in order to approve this request.
The neighbors within 200 feet of this request stated several reasons why they oppose
the rezoning request, and some of the reasons are as follows:
• Fumes
• Hazardous chemicals
• Outside storage
• Noise and traffic
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U ect questions and mail responses to:
anning Secretary
Departme r t of Development Services
City of Grapevine.
P.O. Box 95104
Gre evine,Texas 76099
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RECEIVED
JAN 14 2004
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Planning Secretary
Department of Development Services
City of Grapevine
P.O. Box 95104
Grapevine, TX 76099
RE: File#CU0344 Davenport Motors,Protest
Grapevine City Council and Planning and Zoning.Commission Members
It has come to my, attention that the Grapevine Planning & Zoning Board and City Counsel will
be hearing a Special Use Permit Request for an Automotive Body Repair Shop to be
constructed for Davenport Motors.
As owner of the adjacent properties at 2321 and 2401 Ira E. Woods, I believe that an
Automotive Body Shop is not in keeping with the current Zoned Use.
Respectfully, the Grapevine Zoning Board and City Council should not approve this.
Special Use Permit or allow the Proposed Use.
The reasons are as.follows:
• The Proposed Use does not compliment the aesthetic.character of the existing area.and
is not in keeping with the Highest and Best use for the property.
• The Automotive Body Shop will perform Vehicle Painting that produces undesirable
fumes; even thought filters are required.
• Petroleum, Oil and other Chemicals will be used on the site and are possible
contamination Hazards to the Air and Ground.
• Although the proposed building design is attempting to match the appearance of the
building. at.2401, it will not achieve the architectural characteristics or attractive
features of the existing buildings;because of its proposed use.
• The issue that "outdoor storage of vehicles is not allowed" is yet to be specifically
defined and will be an ongoing burden to City Code Staff to enforce.
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Management
P.O:.Box.1653
Grapevine,TX 76099
RECEIVED
JAN 14 2004
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• The proposed fence and gates surrounding the property further demonstrates this use is
not in keeping with a Community Commercial Use. The proposed plans show Barb Wire
fencing surrounding the site similar to that currently in place at their Plano Shop.
• Tires, Damaged Car Parts, and Vehicle Wreckers are not in keeping with the current
Medical, Banking, Dental, Speech Therapy and Insurance Office use of the adjacent
buildings.
• It is possible that due to the nature of the business and proposed use, Noise and Light
Pollution could easily disturb established users.
• This proposed Automotive Body Shop is not in keeping with the Look,Marketability,
Character, and Intended use of its Adjoining Neighbors and Grapevine's Master
Planned Zoning Efforts.
I visited the Davenport Repair Shop in Plano and found that the Plano facility is located and
Zoned in a Light Industrial Land Use Category, this is the correct zoning for this use and not
CC. This should hold true for Grapevine. Spot zoning thru the use of a Special Use Permit
creates serious and long lasting problems for the City.
When detailed reviews were underway with Grapevine City Officials during the permitting
process on 2321 and 2401 Ira Woods; there was an extensive design acid planning effort.These
efforts helped assure that these facilities were very attractive and created the proper image. Ira E.
Woods is one of the main gateways to the City and it was extremely important at that time that
these-building project.the.proper image.
The City has spent years cleaning up certain sections of Northwest Highway in Grapevine. These
problems were cause by spot zoning early in Grapevine's history. These areas contained
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primarily Auto Repair and related uses; we do-not want to see the .same problems en Ira E.
Woods.
It has been explained_ to me that this facility is planned as an upscale facility.for.Lexis only;
however, based.on observations of their facility in Plano, I feel this will be difficult to control
over the.life o£the property.
The Proposed Use of an Automotive Body .Repair Shop simply does not belong at this
location.
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P.O.Box 1653
Grapevine,TX 76099
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Although,'I am very concerned, unfortunately I am out of the country and unable to present my
objections in person. My plans for this trip were made early and did not allow for changes,when
these meetings recently came up. I can be contacted at 817-371-4007 until January 14, 2004, or
by email anytime thereafter at JCL999@charter.net
Regards,
Jam s L caster,
O er f 2401 and Partner in Ira E.,Woods Office Complex
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City of Grapevine.
P.O. Box 95104
Grapevine,Texas 16099
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WRITTEN COMMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THIS OFFICE NO LATER
THAN 5 PM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2004 RECEIVED
JAN 15 2004
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S. Robert Harla,D.O., P.A.
Board Certified in Dermatology 2321 Ira E.Woods
And Dermstologic Surgery Suite 180
Grapevine,Texas 76051
(817)329-2263
FAX(817)329.3793
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Jams uy 19,2003
ERTY OWNER
Planning Secretary
Department of Developmeol Services
City of Grapevine
PO Box 95104
(ira►pevine,Texas 76099
Grapevine City Council and Planning and Zoning Conmission Members:
RE:File#CIJ03-44 Davenport Motors,Protest
I am an interested citizen,part owner,and tenant at 2321 Ira E.Woods Drive,Suite 190
Grapevine,Texas 76051
I protest the proposed Special Use Permit. I do not believe that an Automotive Body
Shop is in keeping with the current Zoned use.I respectfully submit that the Grapevine
Zoning Hoard and City Council should NOT approve tlds Special Use Permit or allow the
proposed use.
My reasons are:
The proposed wo does not compliment the aesthetic oharactcr of the wdsting greet
and is not in keeping with the Highest and Best use for the property. In the two buildings
adjacent to this lot are an Imaging Center,Insurance Agency,Speech Therapist,Bank,
Demist,Internal Medicine Physician,Mortgage Company,and Dermatologist. The next
building contains Attotney's offices,Aoeountants,And Financial Planners.
Painting may produce undesirable fumes,even though filters are required.
Petroleum products and other Chemicals will be used on site and are a possible
con t.
An Aesthetically"matchW design will still house a Body Shop.
Monday,January 19,2004101 PM MOMR Marla V 1(-4so-a(o.a
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The issue of"outdoor storage of vehicles is not allowed"has of yet not specifically
been defined and will be an ongoing burden to the City Code Staff to enforce after it has
been defined,
Pictures of the Plsno Location and proposed plans show Barb Wire Fencing
surrounding the site.
Vehicle Wreckers,Tires,and Damaged car parts do not fit in with the current
Office use in the adjacent buildings.
It is possible that due to the nature of the business and proposed use Noise and
Light pollution may disturb the current tenants or their clients.
This Proposed Automotive Body Shop is not in keeping with the look,
Marketability,Character,and Intended use of its Adjoining Neighbors and Grapevines'
Master Plan.
The shop at the Phino Location is located in a Zoned Light Industrial Land Use area. 1
believe they should find a suitably zoned location in this area if they desire but not at this
location. Spot zoning and use of a Special Use Permit is not in concert or use as the other
businesses in the neighborhood and will present problems over the life-span of the
structure.
Ira E.Woods is a gateway i 20 and out of the city. Having a Body Shop with a barbed
wire topped fence,wreckers bringing in damaged,posaft leaking vehicles will slow
talus and detract from the other businesses on the street. I believe it will set a bad
example as to what the city will approve and where it will approve it.I believe that clk-nnt'a
coming to the other businesses in these co mple3m will not be pleased getting their
professional services in buildings that are located next to a body shop.
Most sincerely,
S. 0a"
S.Robert Harla,D.O.
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January 13, 2004 NOT A PROPERTY OWNER
planning Secretary
Department of Development Services
City of Grapevine
P. O.Box 95104
Grapevine,Texas 76099
RE; Pile#CU03A44 Davenport Motors,Protest
Grapevine City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission Members:
As a tenant in an adjacent property located at 2401 Ira E.Woods,we would like to voice
our concern over the consideration of Special Use Permit Request for an Automotive
Body Repair Shop. We respectfully request that the Zoning Board and City Council not.
g tr yS this Special Use Permit nor allow the proposed use of this property.
Our business is one of diagnostic medical imaging and a pain management practice. To
that end we have committed a substantial amount of money to building improvements
and equipment and are concerned that any automotive repair shop will substantially
devalue our business. The plant and physical facilities required for an automotive repair
business is detrimental to the aesthetic character of the area. It has been suggested that
barbed wire lbacing,tires,damaged cars and car parts will be visible from our location.
We feel this is not in keeping with the highly professional group of businesses currently
located on the adjacent property.
More importantly,however,we are gravely concerned about the welfare of our patients
and employees when exposed to potezrtially hazardous substances,which are routinely
used in an automotive repair business. Manny of our patients receive diagnostic tests due
to resptt2tory complaints. We believe that the use of paints, aerosols, petroleum based
products and other chemicals could prove potentially harmful to their health,as well as
the employees who spend a considerable amount of time in our facility.
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consider not only the long term negative
In short,we feel that the City should26,but seriou the Gonse,�uences of allowing special use
impact tothishigh-end area of Mary
permits and spot zoning- An automotivc repair shop should be placed in anotherwith the n
where it conforms to current tenants and property owners and more in keeping
established businesses. The,aforementioned business on the proposed site is
inappropriate for the City,the c=ent businesses and the proposed use.
We look forward to your response in this important matter.
Respectf Y,
ela R, Colbert
President
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WRITTEN COMMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THIS OFFICE NO LATER
THAN 5 PM ON MONDAY JAM11ARY 99 2004
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Direct questions and mail responses to:
Planning Secretary
Department of Development Services
City of Grapevine.
P.O. Box 95104
Grapevine, Texas 76099
File ##: 03-44 RECEIVED
AVENPORT TOR COMPANY JAN 19 2004 '
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WRITTEN COMMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY NOT A PROPERTY OWNER
THAN 5 PM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2004 WITHIN 200 FEET
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Department of Development Services
City of Grapevine
P.O. Box 95104
Grapevine, Texas 76099
Contactus contactus - Contact Us Form
From: <leonnmi@aol.com>
To: <contactus@ci.grapevine.tx.us> NOT A PROPERTY OWNER
Date: 1/19/2004 1:40 PM
Subject: Contact Us Form
Name: Dr. &Mrs. Leon Horowitz
Address: 600 Regency Crossing
City: Southlake
State: TX
Zip: 76092
Phone: 817-424-1670
Email: leonnmi@aol.com
Please select a department. (Check all that apply) City Council
Comments: Dear Mayor and Council Members:
We wish to voice our support for the application of Davenport Motor
Company to establish a Lexus service center in Grapevine.
Davenports location in Plano is of the highest stadaYds as far as service
and appearance. Its location in Grapevine would be a welcome addition to
surrounding communities.
We urge you to approve this application at your January 20th meeting.
Sincerely,
Dr.and Mrs Leon Horowitz
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Roger Nelson Thoughts an upcoming City Council meeting -
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From: y@alongside.com>
NOT A PROPERTY OWNER i
To: <melson@ci.grapevine.tx.us>
Date: Friday,January 16,200411:17:39 AM
Subject: Thoughts on upcoming City Council meeting
Mr. Nelson and City Council,
It has come to my attention that there is an issue before you on Tuesday
night that involves the development of a much needed business in our
area.The issue is the building permit for Davenport Motor Company. I am
writing because this is a company I have strong feelings about and 1
strongly encourage you to support their business proposal because it is
the best thing for more citizens in your jurisdiction.
1 became a DMC customer several years ago, 1 believe in 1998. 1 have had
lots of work done by these gentlemen and I have found them to be the
utmost in character and integrity. in fact,several times they repaired
my automobile at a loss to them personally to honor a warranty on parts
produced by Toyota. I can assure you a drive to Plano is a daunting task
if you can avoid it,as I'm sure you are all aware.Even so, I've made
the trek numerable times due to the service,quality,and value received
once I get there.
We are fortunate to live in an area of some influence.There are a great
number of nexus automobiles in NE Tarrant County.The approval of this
business in Grapevine would mean valuable revenue to city coffers as
well as provide a much needed service to the citizens. I urge you to
approve the measure before you this Tuesday night as the best thing for
Grapevine, Hwy 26 corridor,and in fact NE Tarrant and Denton Counties.
1 am a resident of Southiake. i lived in Grapevine for 11 years prior to
our recent move. I have never written,appeared for,nor argued against
an issue before a council before.I do however feet strongly about this
Issue and wanted to weigh in on my thoughts.I thank you for your
consideration and time.
Respectfully,
Ernie McAnaily
Vice President
Alongside Management
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DAVENPORT MOTOR COMPANY
WRITTEN COMMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY THIS OFFICE NO LATER
THAN 5 PM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2004
Procedure to Respond:
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Telephone: (817) 410-3155 Fax: (817) 410-3018
Direct questions and mail responses to:
Planning Secretary
Department of Development Services
City of Grapevine.
P.O. Box 95104
Grapevine, Texas 76099
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HISTORY OF TRACT AND SURROUNDING AREA:
The subject and surrounding property to the east rezoned from "C-W" Commercial
Warehouse to "LI" Light Industrial District in the 1984 Citywide Rezoning. The property
was later rezoned from "LI" Light Industrial District to "CC" Community Commercial District
by Zone Change Request Z95-20. The property to the west was zoned "C-OU"
Commercial-Outdoor District.
SURROUNDING ZONING AND EXISTING LAND USE:
NORTH: "LI" Light Industrial District— Heritage Industrial park
SOUTH: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
EAST: "CC" Community Commercial District— office building
WEST: "LI" Light Industrial District —vacant property
AIRPORT IMPACT:
The subject tract is located within "Zone C" Greatest Zone of Effect as defined on the
"Aircraft Sound Exposure: Dallas/Fort Worth Regional Airport Environs" map. In Zone C,
industrial and commercial uses that can tolerate a high level of sound exposure are
appropriate. The applicant's proposal is an appropriate use in this noise zone.
MASTER PLAN APPLICATION:
The Master Plan designates the subject property as a Commercial land use. The
applicant's proposal is in compliance with the Master Plan.
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