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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZ 2001-01-21 Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS JANUARY 11, 2001 7:00PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Don Bowen at 7:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL PRESENT Chairman Don Bowen Ron Lueck Ted Nehring Tim Welch James Laubacher Richard Davis ABSENT Doug Blue CITY STAFF Director of Development Ass't Dir. - Public Works Recording Secretary John Pitstick Mike Curtis Micah Johnson 3. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 14, 2000 APPROVED Mr. Tim Welch, seconded by Mr. James Laubacher, made a motion to approve the minutes of December 14. The motion carried 6-0. Page 1 1/11/01 P & Z Minutes 4. PZ 2000-45 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ZONING CHANGE REQUEST FROM C1 COMMERCIAL TO R2 SINGLE FAMILY REQUESTED BY RICHARD RUSSELL ON 13.332 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE J. M. VANDUSEN SURVEY, ABSTRACT #1588 IN THE 6400 BLOCK OF GLENVIEW DRIVE. APPROVED Mark Howe, 3100 Terrace Brook Ct., Colleyville, was present representing the property owner and development team, who are requesting a change from C1 to R2 Single Family for development of single family lots. Mr. Howe mentioned that the rezoning request is in accordance with the proposed comprehensive land use plan and the property drains from north to south so the proposed plan brings drainage down to Glenview Drive and goes underground from that point. Mr. Howe is available to answer questions and provide any other information that might be needed. Chairman Bowen called for comments or questions from the public. · Jay McSpadden, 4408 Diamond Loch, requested clarification of access to the development. He stated that traffic is a problem by the apartment complex and he wondered if a study had been done regarding the traffic coming in and out of that area. He also wanted to know if the property had ever been in a flood plain. Commissioners Bowen and Davis replied that the property is not in a flood plain and that there would be single access from Glenview. A traffic impact analysis was not done. Mr. McSpadden thinks the development is a good idea, but his main concern is traffic impact and he'd like to request some sort of study be conducted to see if something could be done to slow down traffic in that area. · Jack King, 6528 Tabor Street wanted to know the required minimum square footage for the homes. He is concerned about traffic control and asked that traffic impact be considered. He also wanted to know if there is going to be some effort to save the existing trees on the property. Chairman Bowen explained that the minimum square footage for R2 Zoning is 2000 sq. ft. Mark Howe, speaking for the property owner and development team, stated that they are planning a residential subdivision and thus the developer plans to create an aesthetically pleasing subdivision. He stated that many of the Page 2 1/11/01 P & Z Minutes trees are not hardwood trees and would not be considered "good" trees, but they will save as many as possible. Mr. Howe also stated that as a result of traffic concerns the following were incorporated into the planning of the subdivision: 1) the initial entry into the street is wider than normal with a median to facilitate easier entry and exit to the subdivision, and 2) the distance between the property line and the curb is 20 ft. (in most other areas of the City that area is 10 feet) which allows for a little more offJoading and onloading room between the real property line and the street. The parkway area is deeper and will help in getting traffic in and out of the subdivision. The entryway was moved east in order to get it as far as possible away from the curve of Glenview. · John Heatherly, 6517 Tabor, questioned how many lots are involved, what the quality of the homes would be -- lot sizes and cost range of the properties. Chairman Bowen explained that there are 47 lots and that there is a minimum of 2000 sq. ft. in R2. Mr. Davis explained that usually lot size controls the pricing of houses. City codes require that the exterior be brick. Two story homes are allowed. Rear entry and side entry garages are required. Mr. Howe stated that these houses would range from $160,000 to $210,000. · Glen Farmer, 6440 Diamond Lock, questioned whether the utilities will be run underground or overhead. Mr. Howe indicated they would be run underground. · Tommy Tate, 6520 Tabor, asked for an explanation of access. There is a vacant lot next to his house and he is concerned that a street will be cut through the lot. Chairman Bowen and Commissioner Davis repeated the explanation that there will be a single ingress/egress to the development from Glenview. Chairman Bowen closed the public hearing and called for discussion from the Commission members. Mr. Davis expressed the following comments: ''This was discussed by us last summer, when we were working on the comprehensive land use plan, as one of the potential areas that would be more compatible as residential than commercial. I'm pleased that our thought process came to fruition tonight and that this is coming along. The traffic has to be less in a 47 lot residential than a 13-acre commercial site, with lighting issues, noise, dumpsters and setbacks. Definitely I think it's a positive to have this size of lot and this size of house. It's Page 3 1/11/01 P & Z Minutes going to be a plus. Yes, Glenview traffic is bad, but enforcement might be the issue here. This is a great development for the City." Mr. Davis made a motion to approve PZ-2000-45 changing it from C 1 to R2 Single Family. Mr. Lueck seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously (6-0). 5. PS 2000-49 CONSIDER PRELIMINARY PLAT OF LOTS 1-48, BLOCK 1, GLENWYCK ADDITION REQUESTED BY RICHARD RUSSELL ON 13.332 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE J. M. VANDUSEN SURVEY, ABSTRACT #1588 IN THE 6400 BLOCK OF GLENVIEW DRIVE. APPROVED Mark Howe was present representing the developer. He explained that the drainage of the property comes down to Glenview and they are proposing a 40-ft wide dry retention area along Glenview. This property along with the 20-ft area of parkway will create a greenbelt area of about 60-ft between the curb and the property line of the houses. This area will be landscaped and be an amenity for the neighborhood. A homeowners association will be created which will maintain the greenbelt area as well as the structured fencing along the greenbelt. The fence will be a two-sided redwood-type fence. The ordinance calls for masonry fencing, but along Glenview there are no other masonry-type fences. The developer feels the wood fence will fit properly into the neighborhood. Mr. Davis asked for confirmation that the cul-de-sac lots will have pad sites with a minimum of 22-ft curb. Jackie Fluitt, Washington & Associates, 3950 Fossil Creek Blvd., Suite 210, Ft. Worth, confirmed the above as well as confirming that the homeowners association will be created and will maintain the fence, as well as provide a 5 ft easement for a fence access and maintenance along the south line of Block 1. The homeowners association restrictions and covenants will be required at final plat stage. Mr. Lueck requested an explanation from City Engineer as to what happens to the water that comes off of this development. Mike Curtis, Assistant Director of Public Works, explained that the engineer for the developer is tying this storm drainage system into the existing storm drainage system. Page 4 1/11/01 P & Z Minutes Mr. Davis made a motion that PS-2000-49 be approved with the stipulations that the cul-de-sac lots must have 50-ft pad sites and 22-ft minimum curb and prior to final plat being filed the homeowners association covenants be presented that will maintain Lot 48 detention area and include maintenance of the fence including the fence along the south line of Lot 1, and that we add a 5 ft fence, maintenance, and access easement along the south line of lot 1 and to allow the proposed mixture of cedar with brick column fence along the southern limits of the subdivision. Mr. Welch seconded the motion. Prior to voting on the motion, Mr. Lueck questioned if there is a way to ease traffic concerns. He suggested a turn lane into the subdivision. Mike Curtis, Assistant Director of Public Works, explained that de-celeration and acceleration lanes are usually used in situations where the speed limit is in excess of 45 mph. Also, it is unclear if there is adequate space to put in additional lanes on Glenview. Mr. Curtis explained that traffic patterns and impact were considered during the review phase of this project. Using a convenience store with gas pumps as an example, he explained that an hourly peak at such a commercial establishment could be 2000 cars. With 47 residential lots, if everyone were to leave at the same time, there would be an hourly peak of approximately 60 cars. The residential traffic is minimal as compared to the traffic that is generated by a commercial property. Mr. Lueck expressed concern about the visibility of cars turning east and not being able to see cars coming west at 30 mph. He recommended widening Glenview. Mr. Davis suggested that future widening of Glenview to five lanes might be possible without having to get more right-of-way if parkway is available. Mr. Welch asked for confirmation, based on Institute of Traffic Engineering standards, of 2500 to 3000 vehicles per day. Mr. Curtis confirmed, depending on the development. Mr. Lueck admitted he doesn't have a solution, but he wanted to highlight the problem. He believes that putting a traffic light there is not a solution. Mr. Curtis said it probably would not warrant a traffic light. Chairman Bowen called for a vote on the motion. Motion carried unanimously (6-0) . Page 5 1/11/01 P & Z Minutes 6. PZ 2000-46 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A CARWASH IN A C2 COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT REQUESTED BY RANDY SHORT ON LOT AR2, HOLIDAY NORTH ADDITION AT 5751 DAVIS BLVD. POSTPONED TO JANUARY 25 Chairman Bowen explained that the requestor has asked for postponement to January 25. Mr. Nehring made a motion to postpone this request until the January 25 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Mr. Lueck seconded. The motion was carried (6-0). 7. PZ 2000-47 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A ZONING CHANGE REQUEST FROM AG AGRICULTURAL TO R2 SINGLE FAMILY REQUESTED BY THOMAS H. SMITH ON 2.02 ACRES OUT OF THE T. K. MARTIN SURVEY, ABSTRACT #1055 IN THE 6600 BLOCK OF SIMMONS ROAD. APPROVED Chairman Bowen opened the public hearing. Mark Long, engineer, Owen D. Long & Associates, 1615 Precinct Line Road, Hurst, was present representing Thomas H. Smith. Chairman Bowen called for questions. There were none. Mr. Bowen closed the public hearing and called for a motion. Mr. Nehring made a motion for approval of PZ 2000-47. Mr. Laubacher seconded. The motion was passed (6-0). Page 6 1/11/01 P & Z Minutes 8. PS 2000-52 CONSIDER PRELIMINARY PLAT OF LOTS 22-24, BLOCK 6, GLENANN ADDITION REQUESTED BY THOMAS H. SMITH ON 2.02 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF T. K. MARTIN SURVEY, ABSTRACT #1055 IN THE 6800 BLOCK OF SIMMONS ROAD. APPROVED Mark Long, engineer with Owen D. Long & Associates, was present on behalf of Thomas H. Smith. Mr. Davis commented that sidewalks are required for this project and he wondered if this is reasonable since there aren't any sidewalks in that area. Mr. Davis asked if the applicant was agreeing to all comments listed for this project. Mr. Long indicated they were agreeing. Mr. Davis made a motion for approval of PS 2000-52 subject to engineer's comments. Mr. Nehring seconded. The motion carried (6-0). 9. PS 2000-50 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REPLA T OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, MORGAN MEADOWS ADDITION TO LOTS 1 RA AND 1 RB, BLOCK 1 OF MORGAN MEADOWS ADDITION REQUESTED BY LOUIS AND SALLY MCCRORY ON 1.761 ACRES OF LAND AT 6924 LITTLE RANCH ROAD. APPROVED Delbert Stembridge, Stembridge & Volt, 1701 Oakwood, Haltom City, was present representing Louis McCrory. He explained that Mr. McCrory owns a large lot on the corner of Hightower and Little Ranch Road which he would like to subdivide into two lots. Mr. McCrory has complied with the engineer's comments. Mr. McCrory has agreed to sign a covenant for future improvements to Little Ranch Road if and when they occur. Page 7 1/11/01 P & Z Minutes Once subdivided, the lots will not be in compliance with zoning and will have to be rezoned from R1 S to R1. This zoning conflict was only recently discovered, therefore, John Pitstick, Director of Development, indicated a willingness to waive zoning change fees. Mr. Stembridge agreed to work with Mr. Pitstick to accomplish the rezoning. He also indicated to the Commission that the applicant has agreed to all other requirements. Chairman Bowen closed the public hearing and called for a motion. Mr. Welch moved for approval of PS 2000-52 including the waiver of the requirements to the masonry screening along Hightower Road. Mr. Laubacher seconded. The motion was carried (6-0). ADJOURNMENT The Chairman adjourned the regular meeting at 7:50 p.m. Chairman ~Q~ Secretary 1;) ;Y~ Don Bowen Ted Nehring Page 8 1/11/01 P & Z Minutes