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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZ 1999-09-23 Minutes M.- MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HillS, TEXAS SEPTEMBER 23, 1999 - 7:00 PM 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 James Laubacher Doug Blue Tim Welch Joe Tolbert Ron Lueck ABSENT Ted Nehring CITY STAFF Planning Director Planner Recording Sec'y Marcy Ratcliff Mark Johnson Valerie Taylor 3. RECONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 9,1999 APPROVED Mr. Blue, seconded by Mr. Laubacher, moved to approve the minutes of September 9, 1999, provided "Vice" was deleted from Chairman Bowen's title in the attendance listing. The motion carried unanimously. Page 1 9/23/99 P & Z Minutes 4. PZ 99-23 CONSIDER REQUEST OF SKYLINE NORST AR USA LP FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR PHASE 2 OF THE MULTI-FAMILY DEVELOPMENT FOR PROPERTY WITHIN 200' OF RESIDENTIALLY ZONED PROPERTY ON LOT 2, ELDORADO ADDITION. THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN THE 8500 BLOCK OF HARWOOD ROAD. APPROVED Ms. Ratcliff explained that the applicant has submitted site plan review for Phase II of the Silverado Apartments on Harwood Road. Phase II contains 13.208 acres and the applicant is proposing to build 208 units, at a density of 15.75 units per acre. The applicant has provided 491 parking spaces; only 482 are required. Of the 491 spaces, 208 are covered, which meets the one covered space per unit requirement. The carports in Phase I have flat roofs and metal support columns, however, accessory building regulations recently adopted require that Phase II provide sloped roofs and masonry columns. Additional items discussed in Ms. Ratcliff's summary included a previous Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA), screening walls and living buffers, trash compactor location and platting of this lot. Ms. Ratcliff stated that staff recommends approval of PZ 99-23 contingent on the property being platted prior to the issuance of any building permits, and provided the Commission specify the fencing and buffering treatment for the northern property line adjacent to Emerald Lakes Addition. Mr. Ed Stefonic, WSI Architects, presented the request. He explained that a TIA was conducted in the beginning of the planned development process, as required, and both phases were taken into consideration at that time. Additionally he explained that since the existing carports in Phase I have flat roofs and metal support columns, they are requesting a waiver on the carport regulations, which would allow them to remain consistent. Responding to a question, Mr. Stefonic stated that the trash compactor as shown on the site plan is approximately 60' from residents and that location is most favorable for emptying. He explained that while the trash compactor is motorized, he is uncertain to the level of noise it generates. Mr. Gary Silver, Skyline Norstar USA, stated that the compactor would be totally enclosed with masonry screening walls, which would block any noise generated Page 2 9/23199 P & Z Minutes by it. Additionally, he explained that only maintenance personnel would have access to the compactor. Mr. Tolbert expressed concern over a TIA that is nearly two years old, stating that significant changes in the area could have potentially altered the outcome of the original TIA. Mr. Blue moved to approve PZ 99-23 provided the property is platted prior to a building permit being issued, approving the wrought iron fence along the lake, as requested, the trash compactor is relocated at least 100' east, and the carports meet the recently adopted regulations. The motion died for lack of a second. Mr. Tolbert, seconded by Mr. Lueck, moved to deny PZ 99-23 - but were informed by staff that site plan approval could not be denied. Chairman Bowen stated he would resurrect Mr. Blue's motion and 2nd it. He called for a vote. The motion carried with a vote of 4 - 2. Messrs. Tolbert & Lueck were opposed to this motion. Messrs. Bowen, Blue, Laubacher & Welch were in favor. Page 3 9/23199 P & Z Minutes 5. PZ 99-25 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF JOHN MALONEY FOR A ZONING CHANGE ON A PORTION OF TRACT 3C2, A-311 FROM AG- AGRICULTURAL TO R1S-SPECIAL SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL. THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN THE 7100 BLOCK OF HIGHTOWER DRIVE. APPROVED Ms. Ratcliff explained that the applicant has requested a zoning change in order to develop this lot as a single-family residence. She explained that staff recommends approval of PZ 99-25 as requested. Chairman Bowen opened the public hearing and asked the applicant to come forward. Mr. John Maloney, applicant, presented the request explaining that he intends to build a home. He is requesting R1S zoning to be consistent with the neighborhood and so any future owner would have the option of owning a horse. Seeing no additional proponents and no opponents, the hearing was closed. Mr. Lueck, seconded by Mr. Tolbert, moved to approve PZ 99-25 as requested. The motion carried unanimously. Page 4 9/23199 P & Z Minutes 6. MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS There were none. 9. ADJOURNMENT Having no additional business to conduct the meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm. Chairman, Don Bowen Secretary, Ted Nehring Page 5 9/23/99 P & Z Minutes