MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION …



MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING, HELD AT 7:00 P.M., JULY 24, 2006, 711 NORTH GALLOWAY AVENUE, MESQUITE, TEXAS

|Present: |Chairman Tony Apel, Commissioners Emily Tosch, Richard Allen, Ginny Stuit, Sandie Thompson, Senior Alternate Bob Johnson |

| |(seated) |

|Absent: |Vice Chairman Jane Ann Cruce, Commissioner Emmanuel Holloman |

|Staff: |Principal Planner Tammi Nunn, City Planner Gordon Browning, Executive Secretary Molly Spear, Neighborhood Planner Garrett |

| |Langford, Director of Community Development Richard Gertson, Deputy City Attorney Liz Lunday |

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE JUNE 26, 2006 MEETING

Ms. Stuit moved to approve the minutes of the June 26, 2006 meeting. Ms. Tosch seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

PRELIMINARY PLAT

A. Consider a preliminary plat submitted by Nathan D. Maier Consulting Engineers, Inc., for Light Church Addition, Block A, Lot 1, located at the western city limit line on the south side of John West Road.

Mr. Mike Daniel of Nathan D. Maier Consulting Engineers stated that the purpose of the plat is to build a church gymnasium. He further stated that the staff recommendations were acceptable.

Ms. Stuit moved to approve the plat subject to the following stipulations:

1. The vicinity map should accurately depict the location of the site.

2. The plat should be titled “Eastfield Plaza Addition, Block C, Lot 5”, in the title block, Declaration of Covenants and on the face of the plat.

3. Show the building setback line from John West Road, 25-feet.

4. Remove topographic information, Building Elevation Statement, Utility Easement Statement and City Plan Commission Statement from final plat.

5. Show lot and block numbers on face of the plat.

6. Show all existing and proposed easements to include locating dimensions, bearings and distances and volume and page for existing easements.

7. Plat shall match easements shown on engineering plans.

8. Easement dedications may/will be required:

Utility: Water and sewer easements shall be designated as “Utility” easements.

Drainage: Improvements.

9. Submit final plat on CD in AutoCAD Version 14 or newer, in model space format.

10. Plat shall be tied to two Global Positioning System (GPS) reference points. The GPS points must be in grid coordinates, North American Datum (NAD) 83, Texas State Plane, North Central FIPS Zone 4202.

11. Place the Maintenance Agreement for Drainage Facilities on the face of the plat.

12. All drainage structures, public and/or private, must be in a drainage easement.

13. All drainage improvements must be in accordance with the City of Mesquite Storm Water and Flood Protection Ordinance dated July 1995.

14. Signatures of property owner(s), surveyors, notaries, Mesquite Declaration of Covenants and Mesquite “Tax Status” statement should be shown on the final plat.

15. Final plat application and final plat fee must be submitted to the City within one year of preliminary plat approval.

Ms. Tosch seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

III. PUBLIC HEARING - REPLAT

A. Conduct a public hearing to consider a preliminary replat submitted by Nathan D. Maier Consulting Engineers, Inc., for Galloway Elementary School/Park Addition, Block 6, Lots 1 and 2, located at 2329 Candleberry Drive.

Mr. Mike Daniel of Nathan D. Maier Consulting Engineers presented the plat and stated that the staff recommendations were acceptable.

Mr. Apel opened the public hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the replat. As no one came forward to speak, Mr. Apel closed the public hearing.

Mr. Johnson moved to approve the replat subject to the following stipulations:

1. Plat shall match proposed easements shown in engineering plans.

2. The volume, page for all existing easements should be shown.

3. Place Maintenance Agreement for Drainage Facilities on face of plat.

4. All drainage structures, public and private, must be in a drainage easement.

5. Submit both Construction and Final Plat on CD in AutoCAD Version 14 or newer, in model space.

6. Plat shall be tied to two grid coordinate reference points. The grid coordinates shall be in North American Datum (NAD) 83, Texas State Plane, North Central FIPS Zone 4202.

7. Easement dedications will be required:

Utility: Water and sewer easements shall be designated as “Utility” easement.

Road: Provide a boundary survey to ensure sufficient ROW is provided.

Drainage.

8. Signatures of property owner(s), surveyors and notaries should be shown on the final plat.

9. Final plat application and final plat fee must be submitted to the City within one year of preliminary plat approval.

Mr. Allen seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

B. Conduct a public hearing to consider a preliminary replat submitted by Surdukan Surveying, Inc., for East Dallas Estates, Block 1, Lots 12 and 13, located north of the U.S. Highway 80 East and Belt Line Road intersection, fronting the west side of Belt Line Road.

Mr. Mark Stacy of Stacy Technology & Design presented the replat stating its purpose is to move a boundary line to separate two projects, a full-service carwash and a retail center. Mr. Stacy also stated that the staff recommendations were acceptable.

Mr. Apel opened the public hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the replat. As no one came forward to speak, Mr. Apel closed the public hearing.

Ms. Stuit moved to approve the replat subject to the following stipulations:

1. Preliminary plat should be labeled “Preliminary Plat- For Review Purposes Only”.

2. Show proposed building setback lines for Lot 13.

3. The standard notes indicate “The City of Carrollton”. Please revise accordingly or delete.

4. Show all adjacent roadways and access points.

5. Plat shall match proposed easements shown in engineering plans.

6. The volume and page for all existing easements should be shown.

7. Place Maintenance Agreement for Drainage Facilities on face of plat.

8. All drainage structures, public and private, must be in a drainage easement.

9. Submit both Construction and Final Plat on CD in AutoCAD Version 14 or newer, in model space.

10. Right-of-way and or easement dedications may be required:

Utility: Water and sewer easements shall be designated as “Utility” easements.

11. A 10-foot utility easement needs to be added along and parallel with the west right-of-way line of Beltline Road for TXUED.

12. Provide roadway access or access easement to Lot 13 at least 24 feet wide.

13. Signatures of property owner(s), surveyors and notaries should be shown on the final plat.

14. Final plat application and final plat fee must be submitted to the City within one year of preliminary plat approval.

Ms. Thompson seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

C. Conduct a public hearing to consider a preliminary replat submitted by Jones & Boyd, Inc., for Mesquite Business Center, Block A, Lot 1, located at the southeast corner of the Big Town Boulevard and U.S. Highway 80 East intersection.

Mr. Jaime Beard of Jones & Boyd presented the replat stating the purpose is to build three industrial buildings. He further stated that the staff recommendations for the replat were acceptable.

Mr. Apel opened the public hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the replat. As no one came forward to speak, Mr. Apel closed the public hearing.

Mr. Johnson moved to approve the replat subject to the following stipulations:

1. Combine sheets 1 and 2 into a single sheet that shows all the required information requested.

2. Easements to be abandoned by this plat shall be identified by type and size and noted “To Be Abandoned By This Plat”.

3. New water and sewer easements established by this plat shall be designated “Utility” easements.

4. Remove physical and topographic features from the final plat.

5. A right-of-way reservation of 31 feet along U.S. Highway 80 East shall be provided per TxDOT.

6. An easement for a hike/bike trail along Big Town Boulevard may be required, contact the Parks and Recreation Department for size and location.

7. Plat shall match proposed easements shown in “released” engineering plans.

8. The volume and page for all existing easements not to be abandoned shall be shown.

9. Place the Maintenance Agreement for Drainage Facilities on the face of the plat.

10. All drainage structures, public and/or private, must be in a drainage easement.

11. Submit both Construction and Final Plat on CD in AutoCAD Version 14 or newer, in model space.

12. Plat shall be tied to two grid coordinate reference points. The grid coordinates shall be in North American Datum (NAD) 83, Texas State Plane, North Central FIPS Zone 4202.

13. The 100-year fully developed water surface elevation shall be shown at upstream, downstream and 300-foot intervals along the creek.

14. Finished floor elevations for all structures must be shown on the plat and grading plan for all lots within or adjacent to the 100-year floodplain and/or sag points.

15. Right-of-way and/or easement dedications may/will be required:

Road: Provide a boundary survey to ensure sufficient right-of-way is provided.

Utility: Water and sewer easements shall be designated as “Utility” easements.

Drainage: 15-foot maintenance easements will be required.

16. Signatures of property owner(s), surveyors and notaries should be shown on the final plat.

17. Final plat application and final plat fee must be submitted to the City within one year of preliminary plat approval.

Mr. Allen seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

D. Conduct a public hearing to consider a preliminary replat submitted by Doug Connally & Associates, Inc., for Ecol Addition, Block 1, Lots 1A and 1B, located at the northeast corner of the Belt Line Road and U.S. Highway 80 East intersection.

Mr. Chris Seely of Adams Engineering presented the replat.

Mr. Browning explained that since the City’s floodplain map is currently being reevaluated, the property in question might later be considered to be in a floodplain.

Mr. Seely requested that consideration of the replat proceed, and that the floodplain issue be addressed by the developer should that become necessary.

Mr. Apel opened the public hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the replat. As no one came forward to speak, Mr. Apel closed the public hearing.

Mr. Johnson moved to approve the replat subject to the following stipulations:

1. Remove fire lane easements from plat.

2. Plat shall match proposed easements shown in engineering plans.

3. The volume and page for all existing easements should be shown.

4. Place Maintenance Agreement for Drainage Facilities on face of plat.

5. All drainage structures, public and private, must be in a drainage easement.

6. Submit both Construction and Final Plat on CD in AutoCAD Version 14 or newer, in model space.

7. Submit final plat on CD in AutoCAD Version 14 or newer, in model space format.

8. Plat shall be tied to two Global Positioning System (GPS) reference points. The GPS points must be in grid coordinates, North American Datum (NAD) 83, Texas State Plane, North Central FIPS Zone 4202.

9. FEMA is currently amending floodplain maps in the area. Preliminary revisions indicate that a portion of the site is within the 100-year floodplain. The 100-year floodplain for fully developed conditions must be shown on the plat and grading plan.

10. The 100-year fully developed water surface elevation shall be shown at upstream, downstream and 300-foot intervals along the creek.

11. Finished floor elevations for all structures, including garages must be shown on the plat and grading plan for all lots within or adjacent to the 100-year floodplain and/or sag points.

12. Provide a right-of-way preservation along the west bound U.S. Highway 80 Frontage Road varying from 12 to 40 feet.

13. Right-of-way and or easement dedications may/will be required:

Utility: Water and sewer easements shall be designated as “Utility” easements.

Drainage: Storm sewer lines.

14. Signatures of property owner(s), surveyors, notaries, Mesquite Declaration of Covenants and Mesquite “Tax Status” statement should be shown on the final plat.

15. Final plat application and final plat fee must be submitted to the City within one year of preliminary plat approval.

Ms. Thompson seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

IV. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT SITE PLAN

A. Consider a planned development site plan submitted by SLJ Realty-East Meadows, Ltd., for a multifamily development for property located on the west side of East Meadows Boulevard, between I-30 and U.S. Highway 80 East.

Mr. Karl Crawley of Masterplan and representing the applicant, presented the site plan. He explained that the proposed 200-unit multifamily development complies with the zoning that was in place at the time of the application.

Mr. Apel stated that although the site plan depicts compliance with the City’s Landscape Ordinance, he encouraged the applicant to provide more trees and shrubs to make the project more attractive. Mr. Allen concurred with Mr. Apel and added that the most successful apartments in Mesquite are those that are well landscaped.

Mr. Allen moved to approve the site plan subject to the following staff recommendations:

1. A replat of this property shall be required prior to development.

2. Compliance with the City’s Drainage Ordinance shall be required.

3. The northern most driveway does not comply with Section 15-1502.h of the City Code regarding access to an arterial street.

4. Vegetation located within Traffic Visibility Triangles must comply with Ordinance 3471.

5. Landscape irrigation plans must be submitted and approved prior to development.

6. The development shall comply with Section 2-501G.2, Security Fencing, of the Mesquite Zoning Ordinance.

7. Additional landscaping is recommended.

Mr. Johnson seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

PUBLIC HEARINGS - ZONING

A. Conduct a public hearing to consider an application submitted by Quanah Hospitality Partners, Inc., for a Conditional Use Permit for a limited-service hotel for property located at 915 Windbell Circle. Zoning File No. 1462-251

Mr. Andy Ratchford of Quanah Hospitality Partners presented the request and stated that the staff recommendations were acceptable. Mr. Ratchford stated that the rooms of the extended-stay hotel would have a kitchen as opposed to those hotels that provide only a microwave and small refrigerator. He also stated that the hotel has over 500 franchised locations.

Mr. Apel expressed concern over the excessive use of stucco and lack of landscaping around the proposed structure.

Mr. Johnson stated that he believes the hotel would be better served if it was moved to the center of the property allowing parking all around and better access from the freeway (should freeway access become available).

Mr. Apel opened the public hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the request. As no one came forward to speak, Mr. Apel closed the public hearing.

Mr. Allen moved to approve the Conditional Use Permit subject to the following stipulations:

1. Truck parking shall be prohibited.

2. Approval of a Planned Development site plan by staff.

Ms. Tosch seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

B. Conduct a public hearing to consider an application submitted by the City of Mesquite for a zoning change from Planned Development-Light Commercial and Duplex to Planned Development-Townhouse for property located at the southwest corner of the Scyene Road and Peachtree Road intersection. Zoning File No. 1462-250

Mr. Browning explained that this application has been submitted by the City in an effort to work with a developer in the Mesquite Arena-Rodeo Entertainment Overlay District. He further explained that the proposed Planned Development-Townhouse zoning is the result of an infill development study the City initiated in order to develop standards for townhouse developments.

The Commissioners discussed limiting the number of consecutively attached townhouses in order to avoid unattractive long strips of townhouses.

Mr. Apel opened the public hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the zoning change. As no one came forward to speak, Mr. Apel closed the public hearing.

Mr. Johnson moved to recommend approval of the zoning change subject to the following stipulations:

1. A maximum of 10 units per acre.

2. A minimum lot size of 3,000 square feet.

3. A minimum unit size of 1,500 square feet.

4. Minimum Lot Setbacks:

Front Yard: 20 feet.

Exterior Side Yard: Per Fire & Building Codes.

Rear Yard: 10 feet, front-entry garage; 20 feet, rear-entry garage.

5. Maximum Height: 2-story or 35 feet.

6. Parking: 2 off-street spaces per unit; 1 visitor space per 2 units.

7. Buildings shall be limited to four units each.

8. Site plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Ms. Stuit seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

C. Conduct a public hearing to consider an application submitted by the City of Mesquite to consider a zoning change enlarging the Mesquite Arena-Rodeo Entertainment Overlay District (MA-RE) and amending the district regulations, including permitted uses, private club requirements, parking standards and prerequisite conditions for properties, located at the southwest corner of the Military Parkway/Scyene Road and IH-635 intersection. Zoning File No. 2006-1

Mr. Browning explained that the proposed application is to expand the existing MA-RE Overlay District and to amend its regulations in order to provide the zoning necessary for attractive, profitable development in this gateway area of Mesquite. Mr. Browning listed some of the amendments such as increased landscaping, relaxed private club requirements, eliminating outdoor uses, off-site parking allowances, etc.

Mr. Apel opened the public hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the zoning change.

Mr. Connie Pullen, 252 Barnes Bridge Road, Sunnyvale, Texas, who owns property in the proposed MA-RE District, spoke in opposition to the application stating that he believes the changes made in the proposed MA-RE District would cause further deterioration of the area. He also stated that he has a manufacturing concern on his property that is presently vacant due to what he believes to be excessive development restrictions imposed by the City.

As no one else came forward to speak, Mr. Apel closed the public hearing.

Mr. Johnson moved to recommend approval of the amendments to the MA-RE District as submitted.

Ms. Stuit seconded and votes were cast as follows:

Ayes: Mr. Johnson, Ms. Stuit, Mr. Apel, Ms. Tosch, Ms. Thompson

Nays: Mr. Allen

The motion passed.

D. Conduct a public hearing to consider an application submitted by the City of Mesquite to consider the establishment of a new zoning classification as an overlay district, with new or amended procedural requirements and regulations including private club requirements, parking, setback, design and landscaping standards for all properties with frontage on Military Parkway and Scyene Road between IH-635 and Carmack Street. Zoning File No. 2006-2

Mr. Gertson explained in detail the proposed overlay district and its importance to promote attractive, viable development to this entranceway of Mesquite. He stated that the proposed 360-degree building design would discourage strip-style development, improve the appearance of business structures from all angles, and

promote pedestrian traffic. Mr. Gertson also described vertical mixed-use development, changes to private club requirements and the possibility of a second-tier railway system in the future, all of which would promote a “sense of place” for the area.

Mr. Apel opened the public hearing asking if anyone wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to the zoning change.

Mr. Harvey Huntley, a Mesquite business owner, asked the Commissioners how loading docks and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act would be handled with the proposed 360-degree building design. Mr. Gertson explained that the those types of development issues would be addressed by the architects of the structures.

Ms. Deborah Tully, owner of 930 Military Parkway, expressed concern that the proposed overlay district covered only the facades of the properties in question. She stated that she believed the overlay district would devalue the back portions of the properties in question if those portions were excluded from the overlay.

As no one else came forward to speak, Mr. Apel closed the public hearing.

Mr. Johnson moved to postpone further consideration of the application to the August 14, 2006 meeting. Mr. Allen seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

DIRECTOR’S REPORT

A. Report on City Council action regarding planning and zoning issues.

Mr. Gertson and Mr. Browning briefed the Commission on recent City Council action regarding planning and zoning issues.

ADJOURNMENT

Mr. Allen moved to adjourn the meeting. Ms. Stuit seconded and the motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:06 p.m.

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| |Tony Apel, Chairman |

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