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Agenda
Planning and Zoning Commission
City of North Richland Hills, Texas
August 27, 1998 City Council Chambers
7:30 p.m. 7301 NE Loop 820
Orientation Session - 6:30 p.m.
Pre-Council
1. Discussion of Agenda Items
Regular Meeting - 7:30 p.m.
NUMBER ITEM SUMMARY ACTION TAKEN
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Consideration of the Minutes from the August 13, 1998
meeting
4.
Consideration of the Minutes from the Orientation Session
August 6, 1998
5. PS 98-30
Request of Rob Adams for a Final Plat of Lots 1R and 2,
Block 6, Tapp Addition. (Located at the 6401 NE Loop 820)
6. PS 98-31
Request of Ralph Schwab for a Preliminary Plat of Lot 1,
Block 1, Schwab Addition. (Located at 8713 Stewart Dr.)
7. PS 98-35
Request of Matt Speight for a replat to be known as Lots
1R1 and 1R2, Block 30, Holiday North Addition Section 8
(Located in the 5500 Block of Davis Blvd.)
8. PS 98-41
Request of Michael Rader for an Amended Plat of Lots 6
and 7, Block 4, Industrial Park Addition. (Located at 5619
Rufe Snow Dr.)
NUMBER ITEM SUMMARY ACTION TAKEN
9. PZ 98-29
Public Hearing to Consider the Request of Robert Hasty for
a Zoning Change from Ag-Agricultural to C1-Commercial on
Tracts 11C1, 11C, 11E, 11D1, and 11D, T. Peck Survey and
Tract 2, Brentwood Estates Addition. (Located in the 8600
Block of Davis Blvd.)
10. PZ 98-31
Public Hearing to Consider the Request of Tommy Kline for
a zoning change from R6T-Townhomes to PD-Planned
Development for Single Family Homes on Blocks 31, 32,
and 33 Holiday North Addition. (Located in the 5500 Block
of Holiday Lane)
11. PZ 98-37
Public Hearing to consider removing the Sign Regulations
from the Zoning Ordinance and Establishing them as a
Separate City Ordinance.
12. PZ 98-38
Public Hearing to Consider the Request of Danny Mobley
for a Special Use Permit to Allow an Automobile Lubrication
Center of Lot 4R, Block 1, North Edgely Addition. (Located
at 4235 Road to the Mall)
13. PZ 98-39
Public Hearing to Consider the Request of Lankford Ewell
for a Special Use Permit to Allow an Automobile Lubrication
Center on Lot 7, Block F, Richland Oaks Addition. (Located
at 8208 Grapevine Highway)
14. PZ 98-41
Public Hearing to Consider Removing the Landscaping
Regulations for the Zoning Ordinance and Establishing them
as a Separate City Ordinance.
15.
Staff Comments
16.
Citizen Comments
17.
Adjournment
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PS 98-31 Request of Ralph Schwab for a Preliminary Plat of Lot 1, Block 1, Schwab Addition.
(Located at 8713 Stewart)
Mr. Schwab is the owner and developer of this 2.2 acre tract of land. Mr. Schwab previously
appeared before the Commission in conjunction with a rezoning case. Mr. Schwab’s property is
zoned R1S- Special Residential. The applicant intends to construct a home on the property. The
issues associated with this Preliminary Plat are as follows:
1. Drainage Analysis: The Master Drainage Plan for the City of NRH indicates the need for
future storm drain improvements at the Southwest corner of the property. The Public Works
Department is not opposed to a covenant being signed for the future improvements. The
applicant has been advised of this and has agreed to sign the covenant.
2. Sewer: There is currently no sewer line within 300 feet of the property. Consequently, Mr.
Schwab will be using a septic system if approval from Tarrant County Health Department and
the Public Works Department can be obtained.
3. Water: Water is available from an existing 8-inch line at the rear of the property.
4. Fire Hydrant Coverage: There is an existing fire hydrant located to the east on Chilton Drive,
but it does not protect the entire lot. A new fire hydrant requiring an extension of the waterline
in Chilton Drive is required to provide adequate fire protection.
5. ROW Dedication: Stewart Drive is indicated as an R2U road on the Master Thoroughfare
Plan. This requires 50 feet of ROW. The applicant has been advised of this dedication.
However, the applicant has constructed brick columns in the ROW. The Building Inspection
Department has no record of permits being issued for this construction. The applicant is
requesting that the masonry columns be allowed to encroach in the ROW dedication.
6. Street Improvements: Stewart Drive is an unimproved road at this time. The street needs to
be improved to provide curb and gutter. The escrow amount for this construction is
$41,222.09. Public Works is not opposed to a covenant being signed for the street
improvements. The applicant has been advised of this and has agreed to sign a covenant.
7. Sidewalks: Sidewalks are a requirement adjacent to all public streets. The applicant has
agreed to this requirement provided that it is also included in covenant.
8. Street Lights: The applicant has not shown the location of streetlights in the region. The
applicant has been advised that streetlights are required. The applicant is aware that an
additional street light may be required.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the plat subject to ROW dedication, requiring the relocation of the fence when the street
is improved, and providing an additional streetlight if required.
PUBLIC ACTION SCHEDULE
_________________________________
Christopher D. Baker P & Z Commission: 08/27/98
Planner City Council: N/A
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PS 98-30 Request of Rob Adams for a Final Plat of Lots 1R and 2, Block 6, Tapp Addition.
(Located at 6401 N.E. Loop 820)
Rob Adams of Adams Consulting Engineers has been retained by Wal-Mart to prepare the plat
needed for the expansion of the current Wal-Mart. The major portion of the property is zoned C2-
Commercial with a smaller portion zoned I-2 Medium Industrial. The property contains 26.9 acres of
land. The Planning and Zoning Commission on June 11, 1998 approved the Preliminary Plat. The
issues associated with this plat are as follows:
1. Drainage: This development includes construction of two detention ponds on site to
supplement existing storm drainage facilities. The Public Works Department is agreeable with
this approach for handling storm drainage.
2. Sanitary Sewer: The developer is extending all necessary sanitary sewer service to
accommodate the proposed development. Sewer lines for the development are private and
will be owned and maintained by the property owner.
3. Water: The water lines in Industrial Blvd. and along Loop 820 Frontage Road are being
extended by the developer in accordance with Public Works design criteria.
4. Visibility Easements: The applicant has agreed to provide the necessary visibility, sidewalk,
and utility easements at the intersection of Boulder and Industrial Park.
5. Driveway Spacing: The applicant has been advised that all proposed drives on the 820
Frontage Road must be approved by the State.
6. Sidewalks: During the Preliminary Plat the Planning and Zoning Commission waived the
sidewalk requirement adjacent to the 820 Frontage Road. Sidewalks are existing adjacent to
Boulder Drive.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the Final Plat request as presented.
PUBLIC ACTION SCHEDULE
_________________________________
Christopher D. Baker P & Z Commission: 08/27/98
Planner City Council: 09/14/98
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PS 98-35 Request of Matt Speight for a Replat to be Known as Lots 1R1 and 1R2, Block 30,
Holiday North Addition, Section 8. (Located in the 5500 Block of Davis Blvd.)
J.B. Sandlin is the property owner and Matt Speight is the agent is this replatting case. This property
was originally platted as one large parcel. A Self-Storage facility was constructed on the site behind
the frontage along Davis Blvd. Mr. Sandlin is now in the process of selling the Davis Blvd. frontage
and wants to create lots for the user. The issues associated with this replat are as follows:
1. Drainage: This property has been previously platted. There are approved grading plans for the
lot. The developer has been advised that the approved plans are acceptable to the Public Works
Department if; the site is constructed by March 1999 and that the site design and building layout
does not significantly change. If these conditions are not met, then the site must be re-
engineered.
2. Utility Plans: Again, there are approved utility plans for the property. The developer has been
advised that these plans are acceptable to the Public Works Department if; the site is constructed
by March 1999 and that the site design and building layout does not significantly change. If these
conditions are not met, then the site must be re-engineered.
3. Sidewalks: The NRH Parks Department is completing construction of a hike and bike trail in the
TU Electric Easement. A portion of this trail runs adjacent to Davis Blvd. and in front of the
property being platted. It is the opinion of both the Planning Department and the Public Works
Department that because sidewalks are under construction, the applicant has no obligation for
additional sidewalks.
RECOMMENDATION:
To waive the sidewalk requirements and approve the replat as presented.
PUBLIC ACTION SCHEDULE
_________________________________
Christopher D. Baker P & Z Commission: 08/27/98
Planner City Council: 09/28/98
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PS 98-41 Request of Michael Rader for an Amended Plat of Lots 6 & 7, Block 4, Industrial Park
Addition. (Located at 5619 Rufe Snow Drive)
Mr. Michael Rader is the owner of this two-lot subdivision, which was initially approved as a Final Plat
on May 11, 1998. The developer of one of the lots, Lot 6, is proposing the construction of a new
lubrication center. The location of the building will extend into the five-foot utility easement, which is
located along the south property line. The proposed amended plat deletes a portion of the five-foot
utility easement where the proposed building will be placed on the lot. Staff is not opposed to the
deletion of this portion of the five-foot utility easement since an additional ten-foot utility easement is
located on the adjacent property to the south and is adequate enough to accommodate utility
extensions to the west of these two lots.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the amended plat as presented.
____________________________________
Barry LeBaron, AICP
Director of Planning & Inspection Services
PUBLIC ACTION SCHEDULE:
Planning & Zoning Commission: 8/27/98
City Council: 9/14/98
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PZ 98-29 Public Hearing to Consider the Request of Robert Hasty for a Zoning Change from
Ag-Agricultural to C1-Commercial on Tracts 11C1, 11C, 11E, 11D1, and 11D, T. Peck
Survey and Tract 2 Brentwood Estates Addition. (Located in the 8600 Block of Davis
Blvd.)
Mr. Hasty is representing several property owners in this rezoning application containing
approximately 18.8 acres of land. These parcels are situated between Davis Blvd. and the Steeple
Ridge Addition. A zoning map is attached that provides information as to zoning of the surrounding
properties.
Mr. Hasty appeared before the P&Z Commission on July 9 (minutes attached). At that time the P&Z
voted to table Mr. Hasty’s rezoning request in order to give the City Council more time to discuss and
consider the presentation made by Citizens regarding the establishment of an overlay zone in the
North Davis Blvd. area.
The City Council did hear and review the citizens presentation for a North Davis Boulevard Overlay
Zone and has indicated that this will be a consideration of the Ad-Hoc Committees currently being
formed. The committee is scheduled to be seated in the first half of September. As a result, there
has been no significant progress made in considering the establishment of an overlay zone.
The currently adopted Comprehensive Land Use Plan indicates this region to be commercial. Mr.
Hasty is requesting C1- Commercial at this location. His request is partially in conformance with the
Plan. Mr. Hasty’s request includes property that extends from Davis Boulevard to and abutting the
Steeple Ridge Addition. The NRH Master Plan shows commercial property at this location at a depth
of 300’. If an overlay zone for the North Davis Blvd. area is established it is anticpated that additional
regulations will be created that are not currently contained in the Zoning Ordinance. Additionally,
major water and sewer facilities are not currently available in this vicinity, which suggests that the
timing for rezoning may not be proper.
___________________________ PUBLIC ACTION SCHEDULE:
Christopher Baker Planning & Zoning Commission: 8/27/98
Planner City Council: 9/28/98
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PZ 98-31 Public Hearing to Consider the Request of Tommy Kline for a Zoning Change from
R6T-Townhomes to PD-Planned Development for Single Family Homes on Blocks 21,
32, and 33 Holiday North Addition. (Located in the 5500 Block of Holiday Lane)
Tabled July 9, 1998
Mr. Kline is the applicant and developer of this 35-acre tract of land that is currently zoned R6T-
Townhomes. Mr. Kline is seeking a zoning change to PD-Planned Development that will allow him to
develop the property as a single-family residential project.
Mr. Kline previously appeared before the Commission on July 9, 1998. At that time the Commission
voted to table Mr. Kline’s request to give him time to re-work his development proposal in light of the
concerns of the Commission (minutes attached).
Mr. Kline has resubmitted his development proposal as indicated below:
OLD PROPOSAL NEW PROPOSAL
Height 38 feet same
Height Restriction none SEE (1) BELOW
Front Yard depth not less than 20 ft. same
Side Yard interior lot 5 ft; corner lot 15 ft. same
Rear Yard depth not less than 20 ft. same
Lot Area Min. 5,000 sq ft. Min. 6,500 sq. ft.
Lot Area Average None provided 7,500 sq. ft.
Lot Width 50 ft at B.L. 60 ft. at B.L.
Lot Depth 110 feet deep same
Min. Dwelling Unit Size 1,200 sq. ft. 1,500 sq. ft.
Dwelling Unit Average none provided 1,800 s.q. ft.
Lot Coverage Not more than 50% same
Parking 2 off street same
Lot Access front entry garage same
(1) All lots that have a common property line with Holiday East Addition that front on Carolyn Drive
shall be 1 story.
Additionally, the Parks Master Plan indicates a proposed extension of the Calloway Branch Trail
adjacent to the drainage easement on the west side. The Parks Department would like to obtain a 30
foot easement for this trail. The developer has agreed to provide 10 feet. The Park Department
would also like to see the configuration of the streets on the west side of the drainage channel re-
worked so that the trail is not behind lots. They would like to see street frontage and cul-de-sacs
opening on to the trail. This increases security, makes the trail easier to maintain, and makes it more
appealing for use. The Planning Department is in support of the efforts and concerns of the Parks
Department. Constructing a hike and bike trail that has edges defined by a drainage channel on one
side and wood stockade fences or backyards on the other is not appealing and would be utilized very
little. The specifics of these issues will be further discussed during the platting process. However, it
is important at this point to raise the issue because this may affect Mr. Kline’s lot size and other
zoning related criteria. Representatives from the Parks Department will be on hand to answer
questions you may have at the meeting. At the time of cover sheet preparation negotiation was still
continuing between the Parks Department and Mr. Kline. The Commission will be advised of the
status at the Orientation Session.
Mr. Kline, in response to the Planning and Zoning Commissions concerns, has agreed to provide a
masonry-screening wall at the ends of Hummingbird, Skylark, and Redhawk Courts. The screening
walls will be from Building Line to Building Line.
The developer has also agreed to provide, via concrete median design, right turn in and out access to
Holiday Lane. This is an effort to reduce the potential of major traffic problems and hazards at
Holiday Lane. The developer has indicated that access on Holiday Lane is extremely important for
marketing purposes. The developer has provided a new point of ingress and egress to Field Stone
Drive. This will allow traffic to access Holiday Lane at the light at North Richland Boulevard and
access Davis Boulevard at the North Richland Boulevard intersection. The developer has proposed
Dove Way Street on the west side of the channel to access Holiday Lane. Dove Way Street is not
aligned with Trinidad Drive.
In regards to the traffic situation for the development, it is anticipated that at least 448 additional trips
will be generated. There may be a need for a traffic study to determine the impact to traffic
signalization at North Richland Boulevard, Holiday Lane and Davis Boulevard. The above referenced
trips do not take into account the development of the multi-family site to the south. It is the opinion of
the Planning Department that because of the potential impacts associated with this development a
traffic study be performed.
Staff has re-notified all property owners within 200’ of this case. Staff has had several calls relating to
this case. The general consensus of the callers are that the residents do not want Townhomes on
the property, they would like to see minimum dwelling unit sizes and lot areas used in conjunction
with this case, not averages.
This re-zoning request is in conformance with the currently adopted Comprehensive Land Use Plan
for the City of North Richland Hills. The Comprehensive Plan indicates this region to be low density
residential. Low density residential is single family detached development. R3- Residential, the most
similar zoning classification to want Mr. Kline wants to develop is considered low density residential.
R7MF- Multi-Family zoning is considered as high density.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the zoning change subject to park trail dedication as required by the Park Master Plan
and the redesign of the property on the west side of the channel to allow open access for the
Calloway Trail during the platting process and realignment of Dove Way with Trinidad Drive.
__________________________ Public Action Schedule:
Christopher D. Baker P&Z: 08/27/98
Planner CC: 09/28/98
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PZ 98-41 Public Hearing to Consider the Removal of the Landscaping Regulations from the
Zoning Ordinance and Establishing them as a Stand-Alone Ordinance.
Staff has received direction from the City Council indicating their desire to establish landscaping
regulations as a separate ordinance rather than including them in the NRH Zoning Ordinance.
Attached is a letter from Mayor Scoma, which summarizes the Council’s interests and direction
regarding landscaping regulations.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve remove the landscaping regulations from the zoning ordinance and establish them as a
stand-alone ordinance.
__________________________ Public Action Schedule:
Barry LeBaron, AICP
Director of Planning and Inspections P&Z: 08/27/98
CC: 09/28/98
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PZ 98-37 Public Hearing to Consider the Removal of the Sign Regulations from the Zoning
Ordinance and Establishing them as a Stand-Alone Ordinance.
Staff has received direction from the City Council indicating their desire to establish sign regulations
as a separate ordinance rather than including them in the NRH Zoning Ordinance. Attached is a
letter from Mayor Scoma, which summarizes the Council’s interests and direction regarding sign
regulations.
RECOMMENDATION:
To remove the sign regulations from the zoning ordinance and establish them as a stand-alone
ordinance.
__________________________ Public Action Schedule:
Barry LeBaron, AICP
Director of Planning and Inspections P&Z: 08/27/98
CC: 09/28/98
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PZ 98-38 Public Hearing to Consider the Request of Danny Mobley for a Special Use Permit to
Allow an Automobile Lubrication Center on Lot 4R, Block 1, North Edgely Addition.
(Located at 4235 Road to the Mall)
Mr. Mobley is the owner of this .8 acre parcel of property. Mr. Mobley’s property is currently zoned
C2-Commercial. The attached zoning map provides further information to the surrounding properties.
Mr. Mobley would like to convert an existing building at the rear of the property into an automotive
lubrication center. Because there is residentially zoned property within 200 feet of the site, a Special
Use Permit is required.
Mr. Mobley will convert the existing structure at the rear of the property into the lube center. Mr.
Mobley has indicated that he will be constructing a new pit. He will be using the existing sand trap on
site to filter wastewater. A new oil storage tank will be constructed on site to hold both new and used
motor oil.
Mr. Mobley has adequate space on site for stacking purposes. There should be little negative traffic
effect in the region. Mr. Mobley has not provided staff with information on operation hours.
This rezoning request is in conformance with the currently adopted Comprehensive Land Use Plan
for the City of North Richland Hills. All property owners within 200 feet have been notified. To date,
staff has not received any comments.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the request as presented.
______________________________ PUBLIC ACTION SCHEDULE:
Christopher D. Baker Planning & Zoning Commission: 8/27/98
Planner City Council: 9/28/98
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION COVER SHEET
August 27, 1998
PZ 98-39 Public Hearing to Consider the Request of Lankford Ewell for a Special Use Permit to
Allow for an Automobile Lubrication Center on Lot 7, Block F, Richland Oaks Addition.
(Located at 8208 Grapevine Highway)
Mr. Ewell is the applicant in rezoning case. The property is currently zoned C1-Commercial. A
Special Use Permit is required for all auto lubrication centers in the C1- Commercial zoning district.
There was previously a service station facility on this site. Most recently is has been utilized as a
dent repair facility. Mr. Ewell would like to operate a state inspection service on site. This use is
permitted by right in the C1-Commercial zone. Mr. Ewell would also like to operate a lubrication
center inside the existing building. The applicant has indicated that there is an existing lift in the
building and that he will be constructing an additional one. The applicant has indicated to staff that all
auto work will be done inside the structure.
Because this is a renovation of an existing building and site, Mr. Ewell has not provided any site
plans. The changes to the site will be minimal, entailing the construction of the additional lift and new
signage. Mr. Ewell has indicated that the facility will be open from 8 –6 Monday through Friday;
Saturday 7:30 am to 7 pm and Sunday 12 to 4.
This rezoning request is in conformance with the currently adopted Comprehensive Land Use Plan
for the City of North Richland Hills. All property owners within 200 feet have been notified. To date,
staff has not received any comments.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the request as presented.
______________________________ PUBLIC ACTION SCHEDULE:
Christopher D. Baker Planning & Zoning Commission: 8/27/98
Planner City Council: 9/28/98