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Planning and Zoning Commission
Monday, July 12, 2010 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
LEGAL BRIEFING BY CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING PLANNING, ZONING,
PLATTING, AND LAND USE
REVIEW OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS AND DISCUSSION OF PREVIOUS
MEETING MINUTES
DISCUSSION OF CITY EMAIL ACCOUNTS FOR PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSIONERS
DISCUSSION OF ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON FUTURE AGENDAS AND UPDATES
ON DEVELOPMENT TRENDS, PROGRESS AND CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS ON
PAST AGENDA ITEMS
EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter
551, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 -Legal -Consultation with attorney on legal
issues raised by public hearing or action items on the agenda
City Attorney Michael Kallas explained that the Executive Session had
been called in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter
551, Subchapter D, Section 551.071, Legal. He further explained that
there would be no decisions made or actions taken during this time. The
meeting was recessed at 6:28 p.m. into executive session and
reconvened into open session at 6:46 p.m.
7:00 P.M. -REGULAR MEETING
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of the City of Colleyville
was called to order by Chairman Dudziak on July 12, 2010 at 7:05 p.m.
Present: Commissioners Larry Knox, Dave Dudziak, Scott Redfearn,
Ron Rotthaus, and David Phelps
Absent: Commissioner Byerly
Staff Present: Community Development Director Ron Ruthven,
Economic Development Director Marty Wieder, City Engineer Jeremy
Hutt, City Manager Jennifer Fadden, Police Chief Steve Dye and Fire
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Chief Russell Shelley, Fire Marshal Rob McKeown
3. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Commissioner Phelps.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Redfearn moved to approve the June 28, 2010 meeting
minutes as written. Commissioner Rotthaus seconded.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 -Knox, Dudziak, Redfearn, Rotthaus, Phelps
Absent: 1 -Byerly
6. RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING MEMBER
The Planning and Zoning Commissioners recognized Commissioner
Clardy's service on the Commission and thanked him for his service.
7. SWEARING IN OF NEWLY APPOINTED MEMBER
Amy Shelley administered the Oath of Office to the newly appointed
member Don Davis, Place 6, to the Planning and Zoning Commission
and the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee. He then took his
place on the diaz and from this point forward was included in the vote.
8. APPOINTMENT TO PARK LAND DEDICATION COMMITTEE
Commissioner Redfearn made a motion to appoint Commissioner
Rotthaus to the Parkland Dedication Committee. Commissioner Knox
seconded.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 -Knox, Dudziak, Redfearn, Davis, Rotthaus, Phelps
Absent: 1 -Byerly
9. CITIZEN COMMENTS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
None
10. PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS
10a Approval of a request to rezone 8.1 acres from the CC2-Shopping
Center zoning district to the PUDC-Planned Unit Development
Commercial zoning district on Tract 1 B1 of Abstract 1154 of the R.H.
Survey located at 8100 Precinct Line Road, Case ZC10-017
Ron Ruthven presented the case and briefed the Commissioners.
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Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff regarding the limited number of
parking spaces. Ron Ruthven stated the Land Development Code
requires one space per unit therefore they would be required to provide
93 spaces. However, the residents of the facility will not be driving
therefore the spaces would be for employees and visitors. Staff feels
that adequate parking has been provided.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff regarding how the waivers will
work if the facility is not developed and the CC2 zoning uses remain in
place. Ron Ruthven replied an amendment to the PUD would have to
take place if the facility is not constructed.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff regarding what the value is of
retaining those CC2 zoning district uses. Ron Ruthven replied the
applicant stated they wanted those uses to remain in the event that the
property does not develop as requested.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding if this zoning request
will supercede the current zoning. Ron Ruthven replied correct; the
applicant wishes to keep the existing CC2 zoning uses in the event that
the facility does not develop. He further stated that the draft ordinance is
written so that the CC2 zoning district uses are limited to the other tract,
not the assisted living facility tract. He suggested the Commission allow
either or but not both uses in the draft ordinance.
Commissioner Rotthaus questioned staff regarding if there are any other
security related issues with regards to this case that should be
considered in the ordinance. Ron Ruthven stated they are going to have
24 hour surveillance security cameras in place and the property will be
gated.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff regarding the 25 foot versus the
40 foot set back; are the adjacent developed properties in compliance
with this property with regards to this setback area? Ron Ruthven
replied the adjacent residential properties have two open space,
undeveloped areas. He stated most properties are undeveloped along
Lavaca Trail.
Commissioner Dudziak opened the public hearing at 7:22 p.m.
Tony Callaway, with Miller Hodges Architects, the applicant came
forward to present the case and brief the Commissioners.
Steve Garman, 704 Saddlebrook Drive, Colleyville, is the operator of the
proposed development, came forward to present the case and brief the
Commissioners.
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Commissioner Redfearn questioned Mr. Garman if this will be developed
in phases. Mr. Garman replied the main building is one phase and the
cottages are to be constructed in Phase II.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned Mr. Garman regarding the location
of the kitchen. Mr. Garman replied the kitchen is in a dedicated area, the
common area. He stated it will be a central kitchen.
Commissioner Rotthaus questioned Mr. Garman regarding how much of
an impact there will be to police and what are the statistics of the
frequency of emergency for ambulance visits. Mr. Garman replied
usually not more than two a month; however every case is individual. He
stated doctors will visit inside the facility.
Commissioner Phelps questioned Mr. Garman regarding the briefing
states that there are 18 cottages; however the conceptual site plan
depicts 14; what is the difference in the number? Mr. Garman referred
to Mr. Callaway; Mr. Callaway stated there are to be no more than 14
cottages, with no more than 18 residents. They have allowed for the
maximum number of 18 for the transition of the spouses; the spouse
may come back in the evening with the care giving spouse until the full
transition has been made to a full time patient.
Commissioner Phelps questioned Mr. Garman on whether or not there
are full size kitchens in the proposed cottages. Mr. Garman replied
these cottages are designed to be a short term stay; therefore an
efficiency kitchen is provided in the cottage.
Commissioner Phelps questioned Mr. Garman regarding if there are
special requirements for the fire protection in those cottage units. Mr.
Garman replied that these cottages will meet the fire and building codes.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Mr. Garman regarding ingress and
egress with parking spaces. Mr. Garman replied that the visits to the
residents tend to drop off after a period of time therefore, at the
maximum, the employees spaces will be the only ones filled to capacity.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Mr. Garman regarding if there is a
plan in place in case a resident wanders away. Mr. Garman replied
these residents are monitored by an apparatus attached to them. He
stated they are required by the state to have these procedures in place
before it can open. He stated they will know when someone leaves their
room, leaves the pod, leaves the area in which the pod is located or gets
out of the gated area.
Commissioner Phelps questioned what is the rational for the need of the
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waiver request for the 25 versus the 40 foot setbacks. Mr. Callaway
came forward to brief the Commissioners with regards to the conceptual
site plan and design layout. He stated the facility is a single story facility.
He stated because of the ponds they do not have a great amount of
flexibility with the design layout. He stated they will not want to take
away the existing tree buffers. He stated they do meet the landscaping
requirements. He stated the cottage design is not set. He clarified that
they fully expect to build the project, however the current land owner has
requested that the current CC2 zoning district uses be kept in case the
project is not funded.
Commissioner Phelps stated for clarification that the ordinance reflects
the CC2 zoning district uses remains for tract 1 only. Mr. Callaway
stated he did request staff to have the uses on both tracts and stated if
this is approved he would like for those uses to remain on tract 2 as well.
He stated that any other changes would require an amendment to the
PUD. He stated they would like to have an architectural feature that
would exceed the 35 foot height maximum. He stated they are looking at
co-development for the front tract; it is under an option.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Mr. Callaway regarding open space;
he stated the site plan does not have any sidewalks except for a small
courtyard; there is no designated open space areas. Mr. Callaway
stated there is a potential for garden areas but because of the security
issues, the open space areas would have to be fenced. He stated they
will accommodate an area for emergency evacuations. He stated the
design will have to work best for the security issues.
Commissioner Dudziak stated there is a lot of open space containing
water which does not meet the open space requirements. Mr. Callaway
stated this is a drainage area and they plan to make the water features
an amenity in the area. He stated the property line goes right down the
middle of the drainage easement. He stated they will work with staff to
make the development in compliance with the code.
Judy Ruggere, 1013 and 1101 West Lavaca Trail, spoke with concerns
for the drainage issues. She stated she would like some resolution with
the drainage before this project moves forward.
Randy Gray, 6233 Cimmarron Trail, spoke with concerns for the parking,
the setbacks, lighting and the size of the development. He stated he
was not necessarily opposed the development; he would like to visit with
the applicant.
John Fegan, 1303 Bellefonte Lane, the owner and developer of the
Villas of Colleyville, came forward and spoke in opposition to the request
with concerns for the setbacks, trees being removed, traffic on Lavaca
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Trail, the use of the cottages that could turn into an apartment complex,
the dual zoning, any structure greater than the maximum of 35 feet,
lighting next to a residential area and the screening plans.
Charles Hodges, 13642 Omega, business owner and developer in
Colleyville spoke in favor of the request.
Economic Development Director Marty Wieder came forward to present
the economic development side of the request.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding if this is really the best
use of this area given this is a commercial, retail property. Marty Wieder
replied this area is adjacent to a medical office property. He stated retail
usually goes at hard corner, signalized areas. He stated this could spur
redevelopment for the whole area. He stated this will help the daytime
population for those restaurants in our area.
Mr. Callaway came forward to address some of the issues that were
brought up during the public hearing. He stated the drainage study could
be addressed at the time of the development of the property. He stated
they will work with the engineering department for that issue. He stated
this is a unique development which will be specific to the needs of the
patients. He stated they will mitigate any trees to be removed. He
stated they will work with the code in regards to the lighting. He stated
this will be a low impact to the traffic generation. He stated if the
removal of the cottages would be more appealing for the approval, they
would be able to work with that. He stated the architectural feature is at
least 200 feet away from any residential use and stated they would like
to have that feature remain.
Commissioner Phelps questioned Mr. Callaway regarding the cottages,
would you be willing to have general restrictions, like facing them toward
the development rather than facing Lavaca Trail? Mr. Callaway replied
they will work with staff with any recommendations.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Mr. Callaway regarding if they would
like to keep the cottages or have them omitted. Mr. Callaway stated they
would like to leave the cottages in the request; however, he further
stated that they would rather the Commission delete the cottages rather
than deny the request because of the cottages.
There being no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed at
8:30 p.m.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff regarding that there is little or no
language regarding what code the cottages will follow; what part of the
code would govern those cottages, how many units? Ron Ruthven
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replied the ordinance does address the cottages with regards to rentals.
Commissioner Phelps replied yes, that is a usage statement not a
building code statement. Ron Ruthven stated the cottages will have to
meet all of the life safety codes (building and fire) with regards to
construction.
Commissioner Redfearn stated the ordinance does not mention that they
would be single story units.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff with regards to whether there are
any building code standards different than building code standards for
the assisted living facility. Ron Ruthven stated the story height can be
addressed in the ordinance and he further stated that, with regards to
the actual patient facility, they will have to meet the city and state
regulations. He stated the cottages will meet the building and fire code
just like a residence.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff regarding the adjacent property
and the setback with regards to this development; are they in compliance
with the setback for this development? Ron Ruthven stated the closest
home is set back 100 feet from Lavaca Trail. He stated the residential
developments have open space buffers. He stated the closest setback
allowed would be the lots zoned R20-Single Family Residential with a 30
foot front setback.
Commissioner Phelps stated he had concerns with the apartment style
use of the cottages. He stated the lots on Cimmarron next to Lavaca
Trail, are open space lots? Ron Ruthven concurred and replied they are
40 feet in width from Lavaca Trail.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff regarding if the cottages were
setback from Lavaca Trail 40 feet, could parking still be within that
setback. Ron Ruthven replied, yes.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding if the open space
calculation is done on tract 1 and tract 2 or is it done just on tract 2. Ron
Ruthven replied just tract 2.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Fire Marshal Rob McKeown
regarding if there is adequate street access. Rob McKeown replied, yes.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Rob McKeown regarding if there is a
higher emergency use than the applicant is estimating with this older
population. Rob McKeown replied the applicant is close since there is
no real way to know when an emergency will occur or is necessary. He
stated they take the patient to the facility of their choosing, unless it is life
threatening then medial personnel will choose the facility which is easiest
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and quickest to reach.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Police Chief Steve Dye regarding if
there are any traffic issues with this use on Lavaca Trail and Precinct
Line. Chief Dye replied that this will be low impact to any traffic
concerns.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Chief Dye regarding if he has any
concerns about drainage causing a problem with safety in this area.
Chief Dye stated he would have to refer to the City Engineer Jeremy Hutt
for drainage issues. Chief Dye stated water in the roadway could cause
an issue but there have been no issues to his knowledge.
Commissioner Phelps stated he would prefer not allowing the setback
waivers; it is a conceptual site plan with some flexibility; he doesn't
believe the five feet would hurt either way; 25 feet versus the 40 foot
setback on the front. He sees that as an opportunity to be creative
especially with possible road flooding; he stated having the cottages
would contribute to the value of the site and the residential area; stated
having reservations with filling that space with a parking lot; he stated
one restriction would be to have the development be single story; he
would like to see the entrances to the cottages be interior entrances, not
facing Lavaca Trail.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned Commissioner Phelps, for clarity,
not south facing. He stated he does not want entrances to face Lavaca
Trail to give the appearance of apartments or a hotel.
Commissioner Redfearn stated being supportive of an architectural
feature not higher than 50 feet; one story limitation on the cottages; the
CC2 permitted uses to be limited on tract 1 only, but tract 2 be specific
for an assisted living and memory care facility only. He stated it is
cleaner for the draft ordinance to be left like it is. Ron Ruthven reminded
the Commissioners that the Land Development Code currently exempts
architectural features from the 35 foot height limitation. The
Commissioners concurred that the feature could be limited.
Commissioner Phelps stated the ordinance language needs to reflect the
occupancy on the cottages, not necessarily the number of units. He
stated limiting the number to 14 cottages with no more than 18
occupants. Mr. Callaway concurred with that recommendation.
Commissioner Rotthaus stated having an issue with the limited amount
of parking spaces, especially if there are two people who are dwelling in
the cottages who are driving. Mr. Callaway stated the cottages are
limited for a transitional period only; they are to be temporary.
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Commissioner Dudziak stated having an issue with the overall use for
this property. He stated it is a good transition between residential and a
retail area. He stated he would like to encourage retail on the corner.
He stated having an issue with attaching the CC2; it should either be
CC2 or PUD on tract 2. Ron Ruthven stated there are no CC2 uses
attached to tract 2 in the draft ordinance.
Commissioner Phelps moved to approve case ZC10-017 with the
following amendments: 1) Setback waivers to be removed; 2) Cottages
be restricted to one story unit with no southern entrances; 3) No more
than 14 cottage units which may not exceed 18 occupants; 4) Limit the
height of a single ornamental feature which may not exceed 50 feet in
height. Commissioner Redfearn seconded.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 6 -Knox, Dudziak, Redfearn, Davis, Rotthaus, Phelps
Absent: 1 - Byerly
10b Approval of a request for a Special Use Permit for a Package Store on
Lot 2, Block 1 of the Glade Points Addition located at 4200 Glade Road,
Case ZC 10-011
Before this case was heard, the Commissioners took a break at 9:10
p.m. and returned at 9:18 p.m. It was during this time that
Commissioner Rotthaus had a family emergency and had to leave the
meeting; therefore, he is not included in the remainder of the votes.
Ron Ruthven presented the case and briefed the Commissioners.
Commissioner Knox questioned staff regarding the number of parking
spaces on the exhibit reflect 36, but the briefing reflects 48, what is the
difference? Ron Ruthven replied, 48 are required per the code.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding if the parking spaces
by the gas pumps count towards that number. Ron Ruthven replied yes.
Discussion occurred between staff and Commissioner Dudziak regarding
parking and sidewalk areas on the exhibits.
Commissioner Dudziak stated there does not appear to be alot of
maneuvering space in the parking areas. Ron Ruthven stated the
exhibits meet the Land Development Code requirements.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff regarding the SH121 side, next
to the dumpsters; what is this area? Ron Ruthven replied that is the
propane area and a covered awning with firewood sales.
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Commissioner Davis questioned staff regarding if the propane sales will
remain. Ron Ruthven replied the applicant is requesting the propane
sales to remain; however staff recommends removing the propane sales
as it would not be allowed if this were a new development. He stated the
propane structure is beyond the front build line.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding if the propane can be
removed or not because it is grandfathered in. Ron Ruthven replied it is
grandfathered in as the business exists today, however as part of the
condition of approval of the SUP request, it could be removed.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding the building design
standards; is the applicant making any adjustments to the facade to
bring them up to current standard? Ron Ruthven stated the applicant
wishes to put some austin stone accents on the front. He stated if those
stones stick out from the building itself, it could count towards the
building design score. He stated they could also put awnings over the
windows to bring the score up to 25.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff if the entrance to Glade Road
from SH121 would be allowed if built today. Ron Ruthven replied the
driveway would not be allowed and it could also be a condition of
approval to close the driveway.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff if the access agreement has
been met with the adjacent property owner. Ron Ruthven stated the
applicant is working with that property owner, but an agreement has not
been submitted.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff regarding how the parking
spaces are calculated for the business. Ron Ruthven replied 48 are
required by the code. He further stated the total gross square foot of the
building is divided by 200. Commissioner Redfearn stated the gross
square footage on the exhibit indicates 7,240 which would make 36
parking spaces. Ron Ruthven replied he used the square footage
indicated on the appraisal district to calculate the parking spaces. He
stated the upstairs office may have added to the square footage.
Commissioner Dudziak opened the public hearing at 9:36 p.m.
Charlie Hall, 5606 Amador Trail, the applicant and property owner of
Hall's Grocery, came forward to present the case and brief the
Commissioners.
Commissioner Knox questioned Mr. Hall regarding if the future access is
being worked on. Mr. Hall replied yes, he is trying to get the agreement.
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Commissioner Dudziak questioned Mr. Hall's understanding an
agreement may be a requirement of the proposed ordinance. Mr. Hall
replied he understands.
Robert Johnson, 2900 Glade Road, came forward to help answer
questions. He stated that future access to the adjacent stores may be
very difficult to get. He stated they have met the parking requirements.
Ron Ruthven stated with this location, because it is going to be very
busy, he suggests having more parking than what is required.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned Mr. Hall regarding if he would have
any issues with bringing the property up to current standards with
regards to landscaping and building design standards. Mr. Hall replied
he would be willing to do whatever is necessary. He stated he has
plenty of shrubs along the back side of his building and along the
southwest corner of the property.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned Mr. Hall regarding the firewood,
propane and plant sales. Mr. Hall replied he would like to keep the
firewood sales for seasonal times; he stated the plant sales are going to
be gone as soon as he sells out of everything and stated he needs to
keep the propane sales because those make him a profit.
Commissioner Dudziak stated having an issue with the propane sales
and questioned Mr. Hall regarding if the propane sales were made to go
away, would that be a deal breaker on the request for the SUP for liquor
sales. Mr. Hall replied he would like to keep the propane sales.
Commissioner Phelps questioned Mr. Hall regarding if he would be
willing to move the propane tank 10 feet to the west. Mr. Hall replied he
would be ok with moving it, if staff would like for it to be moved. He
stated he has taken all safety precautions for the propane sales with
state requirements.
Commissioner Davis questioned Mr. Hall regarding if the plant and
produce sales have closed. Mr. Hall replied, yes. Commissioner Davis
questioned Mr. Hall regarding if the deli will remain open. Mr. Hall
replied yes. Commissioner Davis replied he has given up some of his
sales. Mr. Hall concurred and stated the propane sales are a profit for
him.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff regarding if there will be an issue
with the driveway route if access is not granted by the adjacent neighbor.
Ron Ruthven replied the property meets fire code for access.
Reece Norris, 3407 Langley Hill Lane, spoke in opposition to the request
with concerns for the students in the area, crime and the overall idea of
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Colleyville having liquor sales.
Shauna Ferguson, 3404 Langley Hill Lane, spoke to the request with
concerns for keeping the liquor stores from not looking like other liquor
stores. She questioned what can be done to manage them being all
over Colleyville.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed
at 9:59 p.m.
Marty Wieder stated the citizens have logged their request. He stated
there is a potential for sales revenue.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned Police Chief Steve Dye regarding
what concerns he may have for liquor stores. Chief Dye came forward
and presented his findings and an overview for liquor stores.
Commissioner Davis questioned Chief Dye regarding if these
recommendations have been covered with Mr. Hall. Chief Dye stated
they had not; however Ron Ruthven has covered this information with
the applicants. Ron Ruthven concurred.
Commissioner Phelps questioned Chief Dye regarding the word
recommendation has been used frequently throughout his presentation;
to what extent are these requirements and not recommendations? Chief
Dye replied he would refer that to Ron Ruthven. Ron Ruthven replied
staff would include those in the ordinance as regulations and would
make sure they were in complete compliance before they received their
Certificate of Occupancy.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Chief Dye regarding the windows to
the facility, are you suggesting there be no obstructions, free from
shelving. Chief Dye replied they are asking for a clear line of sight to
the cash register to the parking lot so that officers can see the cashiers
as they drive by. He stated the criminal elements will look to see if there
is clear visability.
Commissioner Davis stated not wanting to make a business owner get
rid of a profit center especially in the economy that we are currently in.
Commissioner Davis questioned Fire Marshal Rob McKeown regarding if
he inspects this location. Rob McKeown replied he does not inspect this
location. He stated the Texas Railroad Commission inspects this
location and he stated there are currently no fire code violations.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Mr. Hall regarding if he will comply
with the number of employees. Mr. Hall replied, absolutely.
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Discussion occurred by staff and Commissioner Phelps regarding the fire
lane access and the benefits of having the lane.
Commissioner Davis questioned staff regarding why it is that staff is
asking Mr. Hall to get rid of the propane? Ron Ruthven stated no
structures are allowed in the front setback, as a new development, the
propane would not be allowed in this front setback.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff regarding section 1. e. of the
ordinance, "prior to the issuance of the certificate of occupancy" would
that be for the new build out. Ron Ruthven concurred. He also stated
the liquor store will require a new suite unit and a new Certificate of
Occupancy.
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff as this exhibit reads, the
dumpsters are on the wrong side of the setback along with the propane
tank. Ron Ruthven replied the dumpsters and the propane tank are
recommended to be located behind the front setback.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff regarding if the dumpsters can
sit within a walled off area. Ron Ruthven replied there are no setback
requirements for dumpsters. He stated it is best to have dumpsters
located behind the front setback. Ron Ruthven replied they are allowed
as long as they are not located along the property line or obstructing the
view of traffic along the road.
Commissioner Dudziak stated this is an opportunity for the
Commissioners to help bring businesses up to current Colleyville
standards especially since there are more requests like this to consider.
He stated he does not want the dumpsters to face SH121.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff regarding how long after City
Council approves this would it take this business to begin selling liquor.
Ron Ruthven replied about 4 to 6 weeks, according to TABC.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff regarding if the City Secretary
would sign the TABC form after the city has approved the SUP. Ron
Ruthven replied yes.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding the design score for
the building. He stated the Commission could not tell a business owner
what to do with his business, but could give him the score they would like
for him to receive. Ron Ruthven replied, yes.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding increasing the
building design score from 25 to 30; what would need to take place for
that design score to raise? Ron Ruthven replied a score of 30 would
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require some stone accents to come out from the building and some
awnings. He stated it would require significant structure changes to get
to a building design score of 35.
Commissioner Phelps moved to approve case ZC10-011 with
amendments to the draft ordinance, 1) Section 1c regarding parking
spaces from a required 48 to 36 parking spaces; 2) To remove the last
sentence of section 4 1 c. "if the shared parking agreement required by
this section is ever cancelled, this Special Use Permit shall become null
and void". He stated not wanting to hold this business owner hostage by
another business owner; 3) Section 1 e, change the language regarding
the propane sales to include that "where the propane sales shall be
relocated and allowed behind the front setback". Commissioner Davis
seconded.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Commissioner Phelps whether he
wants the access to the adjacent property. Commissioner Phelps stated
he would like Mr. Hall to still pursue the agreement, but does not want
the SUP to become null and void if it does not happen.
City Attorney Kallas replied that may be allowed; however, if the parking
is not sufficient for the use requested, the Commissioners can change
the language to reflect it may become null and void. Commissioner
Phelps stated he understood that the parking is sufficient with the
calculations.
Commissioner Redfearn stated not knowing if they were clear on what
the actual square footage was on the building. Ron Ruthven replied the
actual calculation can be done when the application is made for the
Certificate of Occupancy and can be worded such that the ordinance
states one parking space per 200 square feet of gross floor area.
Commissioner Dudziak stated having an issue with counting the parking
spaces located at the gas pumps. Ron Ruthven stated the Land
Development Code does not address the counting of those spaces. He
stated other cities do count those spaces.
Commissioner Knox stated he would like to add an amendment that the
building meet the minimum design score of 25. Commissioner Phelps
and Commissioner Davis agree.
Commissioner Phelps made friendly amendment to comply with the
language of the Land Development Code of the one parking space per
every 200 gross floor area instead of a specific number. Commissioner
Phelps and Commissioner Davis agree.
Commissioner Redfearn made a friendly amendment to accept the
revised site plan in the ordinance. Commissioner Phelps and Davis
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agreed.
Commissioner Dudziak made a friendly amendment to move the
dumpsters to inside the front building line. Commissioner Phelps stated
the language in the ordinance already reflects that. Commissioner
Dudziak further added he would then like for the dumpsters to face away
from Glade Road and SH121. Commissioner Phelps stated that may not
be practical because they are already fully enclosed. Therefore, neither
agreed to the motion.
Commissioner Dudziak made a friendly amendment to increase the
building design score to 30, to further enhance the building.
Commissioners Phelps and Davis respectfully declined the amendment.
Commissioner Dudziak stated being disappointed.
Commissioner Dudziak recapped the motion:
Commissioner Phelps moved to approve case ZC10-011 with
amendments to the draft ordinance, 1) Section 1c regarding parking
spaces to reflect the Land Development Code requirements of one
space per 200 gross square feet of floor area; 2) To remove the last
sentence of section 4 1 c. "if the shared parking agreement required by
this section is ever cancelled, this Special Use Permit shall become null
and void"; 3) Section 1 e, change the language regarding the propane
sales to include that "where the propane sales shall be relocated and
allowed behind the front setback; 4) Add the revised site plan to the
ordinance; 5) The building design score shall meet a score of 25.
Commissioner Davis seconded.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 -Knox, Redfearn, Davis, Phelps
Nay: 1 -Dudziak
Absent: 2 - Rotthaus, Byerly
10c Approval of a request for a Special Use Permit for a Package Store on
Lot 4B, Block 1 of the Brown Trail-West Addition located at 4405
Colleyville Boulevard, Case ZC10-012
Ron Ruthven presented the case and briefed the Commissioners.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned staff for clarity of the zoning districts
in the area.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding the access to the
adjacent property on Brown Trail. Ron Ruthven explained the entrance
is used to access the medical facility and is rarely used to access the
subject property.
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Commissioner Dudziak questioned staff regarding if the letter of
opposition received was from the medical adjacent property. Ron
Ruthven replied yes and that any vehicles parked on this property could
be towed.
Commissioner Dudziak opened the public hearing at 10:51 p.m.
Atef Henary, the applicant and property owner, came forward to present
the case and brief the Commissioners.
Commissioner Knox questioned Mr. Henary regarding if the dumpster is
enclosed and if it will be able to take care of the additional boxes. Mr.
Henary replied yes, and stated they can upgrade the size of their
dumpster.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned Mr. Henary regarding what takes
place in converting the car wash. Mr. Henary explained the process for
converting the space.
Commissioner Davis stated the liquor store will be located where the car
wash is currently. Mr. Henary replied yes.
Commissioner Phelps questioned Mr. Henary regarding the shared
parking agreement; is this agreement in place? Mr. Henary stated the
code requires 23 and he has 31. He stated he has approached the
adjacent property owner and that owner stated he would have his
attorney look at the agreement.
Reece Norris, 3407 Langley Hill Lane, spoke in opposition to the request
with concerns for traffic and crime and with concerns for pan handling.
Shauna Ferguson, 3404 Langley Hill Lane, spoke in opposition to the
request with concerns for this location being at the main entrance to our
city. She stated this will be the first thing seen coming into Colleyville.
She further stated the Commission needs to realize the impact of liquor
stores. She stated she wants to minimize the impact of the liquor stores.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed
at 11:00 p.m.
Discussion occurred between Commissioner Dudziak and Mr. Henary
regarding the economic impact.
Commissioner Redfearn questioned Mr. Henary regarding if any new
exterior construction is required as a part of this plan. Mr. Henary replied
the exit of the car wash will now be an automatic door for the new liquor
store. He stated the back side will have a wall extended to cover the
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back entrance of what is currently the car wash.
Commissioner Dudziak questioned Mr. Henary regarding the name of
the liquor store; is that name set or can something else be
He further stated to Mr. Henary that he did not have to
question. Mr. Henary questioned if he had to choose
Commissioner Dudziak replied, no.
considered.
answer that
one now?
Commissioner Phelps questioned staff regarding the exhibit showing the
monument sign; how will the applicant need to make it into compliance?
Ron Ruthven replied 18 inches would be required for masonry and it will
be close to the sidewalk but it should not encroach on the sidewalk. He
further stated that if the sign is located in state right of way, that could
impact the requirement to make it into compliance. He stated staff could
research the sign issue before going to City Council. He stated the state
regulates the lettering of the liquor store to be no more than 12 inches.
Commissioner Phelps moved to approve case ZC10-012.
Commissioner Knox seconded.
Commissioner Dudziak made a friendly amendment to have the
language for the parking reflect the Land Development Code
requirements of one space per 200 square feet of gross floor area
instead of a specific number. Both agreed.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 -Knox, Dudziak, Davis, Phelps
Nay: 1 - Redfearn
Absent: 2 - Rotthaus, Byerly
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 11:08 p.m.
I hereby certify the above agenda was posted on the bulletin boards at City Hall
on Friday, July 9, 2010 by 5:00 p.m.
Amy Shelley, Planning and Zoning Assistant
The meeting minutes were approved on July 26, 2010.
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