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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZ 1995-02-09 Minutes MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHlAND HillS, TEXAS February 9, 1995 - 7:30 p.m. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL The meeting was called to order by Vice-Chairman David Barfield at 7:30 p.m. PRESENT Vice-Chai rman Members Planning Director Planner Plans Examiner Asst City Manager ABSENT David Barfield Don Bowen Victor Baxter Ron Lueck Richard Davis Jill Spicer Barry LeBaron Clayton Husband Gregory Arri ngton Randy Sh iflet James Brock Paul Miller CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 26, 1995 Mr. Baxter made the motion to approve the minutes as presented. The motion was seconded by Mr. Bowen. The motion carried 4-0, with Mr. Barfield and Mr. Davis abstaining due to absence at the previous meeting. PLATS AND SUBDIVISIONS None. ZONING CASES 1. PZ 95-01 Public Hearing to consider the request of O.K. Sod for a Special Use Permit for a Garden Center and Truck Rental on lot 18C, Block 18, Clearview Addition. This property is located in the 5100 block of Davis Boulevard. Vice-Chairman Barfield opened the Public Hearing and called for those wishing to speak to come forward at this time. Mr. Kevin Keck, with O.K. Sod, came forward to speak. He stated he is hoping to relocate to North Richland Hills. He stated he has equipment such as bobtail trucks and forklifts. He stated he intends to construct a perimeter fence around the property. Mr. Keck stated his intention to landscape the area in front of the fence. Vice-Chairman Barfield asked what type of parking would occur in front of the fence. Mr. Keck stated it would be customer and employee parking. He stated if he gets the Ryder truck rental franchise, he would keep no more than two out in front of the building. He stated he would also like to display a couple of pallets of grass under the awning area to serve walk-in customers. Vice-Chairman Barfield asked what type of base material would be on the property. Mr. Keck stated the base will be covered with gravel. Vice-Chairman Barfield asked about the temporary office building he mentioned to staff. PZ Minutes ---Page 2 February 9, 1995 Mr. Keck stated the existing building is very small. He stated he needs more office space, and proposed a small space trai ler for that purpose. Mr. Davis asked where the temporary building would be. Mr. Keck stated behind the existing building. He presented a picture and brochure of what he was proposing. Mr. Lueck asked if he planned on upgrading the building at a later date. Mr. Keck stated yes. He stated he plans on doing that in about 2-3 years. He stated he is leasing the property for five years. Mr. Davis asked how large the temporary trailer would be. Mr. Keck stated about 10' x 44'. He stated it would house three offices. There was general discussion regarding the size and placement of the building. Mr. Davis asked if Mr. Keck would be opposed to the Commission limiting the size of the trailer to 440 square feet. Mr. Keck stated no. He stated he also sells Christmas trees. He asked if he needs special approval for th is. Mr. LeBaron stated no. Mr. Bowen asked if Mr. Keck would be opposed to limiting the time period for the temporary building to 18 months. He stated Mr. Keck would be required to come back before the Commission for reapproval. There being no one else wishing to speak, Vice-Chairman Barfield closed the Public Heari ng. Mr. Davis made the motion to approve PZ 95-01 subject to the following: approval of the Special Use Permit for sod sales and truck rental, allow no more than two rental trucks to park in the area in front of the fence, allow no more than four pallets of grass in front of the building, the temporary building be limited to 440 square feet maximum, the temporary building must be submitted for reapproval after 18 months without additional fees, and allow outdoor seasonal sales including Christmas trees and pumpkins. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lueck. The motion carried 6-0. 2. PZ 95-02 Public Hearing to consider the request of U.S. Diesel for a Special Use Permit for a Fuel Injection Service and Sales Shop on Lot 5, Block 1, North Edgley Addition. This property is located at 4243 Road to the Mall. Vice-Chai rman Barfield opened the Publ ic Heari ng and called for those wish i ng to speak to come forward at this time. Mr. Hagood stated he owns and operates two businesses: US Diesel and Metro Fuel. He stated the are involved in diesel and gas fuel injection systems. He stated Mr. LeBaron visited the site this week. He stated he was told US Diesel would not need a special use permit, but the other business does. Mr. Hagood stated they repair and calibrate engine components, not the engine itself. Vice-Chairman Barfield asked how the components are delivered. 2Z Minutes -«Page 3 Feb~uary 9, 1995 STAFF REPORT CITIZEN COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT /1.' -~I// ' . .~/I' /-:·'1 , / h, fl.' /r ~~ ( .< lA (,I, <, adt--v Victor Baxter, Secretary , Planning and Zoning Commission Mr. Hagood stated the components are delivered by pickup or even courier service. He stated their operation is conducted indoors. He stated the hours are 8-5, Monday through Friday, and they do not have outdoor storage. Mr. Hagood stated US Diesel sells repair parts and equipment for fuel injection systems. Mr. Baxter asked for an explanation of the testing procedures. Mr. Hagood presented a brochure showing some of the cleaning and testing equipment. He stated the testing machine is an electric motor that tests the flow of fluids. He stated this is a closed loop system with no exhaust. He stated there is no combustion of the fuel. Mr. Hagood stated the fuel they use to test the equipment is non-flammable. He stated they clean parts with hot water and soap. Ms. Spicer asked if there is any noise they need to consider. Mr. Hagood stated the machinery does make noise, but it not perceptible outside the building. There being no one else wishing to speak, Vice-Chairman Barfield closed the Public Heari ng. Mr. Bowen made the motion to approve PZ 95-02. The motion was seconded by Ms. Spicer. The motion carried 6-0. Mr. LeBaron stated the City Council will be considering the sign regulations at its meeting Monday night. None. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. ~~~~~~,~ David Barfield, Vice-Chairman Planning and Zoning Commission