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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
JUNE 25, 1998 - 7:30 p.m.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman David Barfield at 7:30 p.m.
2.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Chairman
David Barfield
Richard Davis
Don Bowen
Mark Wood
Ted Nehring
ABSENT
Paul Miller
Don Ferguson
CITY STAFF
Director, Planning Barry LeBaron
Planner Christopher Baker
Recording Sec'y Valerie Taylor
Asst Director/Public Works Kevin Miller
Staff Engineer Julia Skare
3.
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF JUNE 11, 1998
APPROVED
Mr. Wood, seconded by Mr. Bowen moved to approve the minutes of June 11,
1998. The motion carried with a vote of 5 - o. Messrs. Bowen, Davis, Wood,
Barfield and Nehring were in favor of this motion.
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4.
PS 98-20
REQUEST OF RICHARD SHAW FOR A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF LOT 1,
BLOCK 1, IRON HORSE ADDITION. (LOCATED SOUTH OF BROWNING
DRIVE, NORTH OF NE LOOP 820, WEST OF THE DART RAILROAD R-O-W,
AND EAST OF IRON HORSE GOLF COURSE)
APPROVED
Mr. Richard Shaw presented his request. He explained that this is a 31-acre
tract zoned for a multi-family development under a Planned Development.
Mr. Nehring, seconded by Mr. Davis, moved to approve PS 98-20, subject to
engineer's comments. The motion carried with a vote of 5 - O. Messrs. Nehring,
Davis, Barfield, Bowen and Wood were in favor of this request.
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PS 98-26
REQUEST OF RUSS GARRISON OF PIPELINE ROAD CHURCH OF CHRIST
FOR A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF LOT 2, BLOCK 14, GLENANN ADDITION.
(LOCA TE4D IN THE 8600 BLOCK OF MID-CITIES BOULEVARD)
APPROVED
Mr. Wood stated that due to a possible conflict of interest, he would be
abstaining from the discussion and voting of this agenda item.
Mr. LeBaron stated that this 18-acres of land is currently zoned 11-Light
Industrial. Pipeline Road Church of Christ is developing a new facility on this
site. The property fronts on Mid-Cities Boulevard and Martin Drive. All
requirements for water and sewer have been met and staff recommends
approval of this preliminary plat.
Responding to a question, Mr. LeBaron stated that the drive way spacing
regulations on a street of this classification is 500' apart, with the first one not
being any closer than 100' to the nearest intersection. This property will most
likely have one curb cut. It would be possible for them to have two curb cuts
since they have over 500' of frontage on Mid-Cities Boulevard. This issue will be
coordinated with Public Works for median cuts on Mid-Cities Boulevard.
Mr. Davis, seconded by Mr. Bowen, moved to approve PS 98-26, subject to
engineer's comments. The motion carried with a vote of 4 - O. Messrs. Davis,
Bowen, Barfield and Nehring were in favor of this request. Mr. Wood abstained.
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6.
PZ 98-27
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF ZONE SYSTEMS FOR
A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A 400 FOOT COMMUNICATIONS
TOWER ON LOT 5C, BLOCK F, SMITHFIELD ADDITION. (LOCATED AT
6529 SNIDER STREET)
TABLED
Mr. LeBaron explained that the applicant is applying for a Special Use Permit for
a 400' communication tower. The ordinance regulating these towers establishes
height and spacing requirements and the applicant is requesting to deviate from
the ordinance. There is an existing tower next to this property that is 100' in
height. Mr. LeBaron also explained that this site is in the area of "Historic
Smithfield" and the Commissioners should take this recent study into
consideration with this item as well.
Mr. Wood stated that he had been contacted by Evelyn Lockiridge, Chairman of
the Historical Commission, voicing their opposition to this request due to the
negative impact that it would have on the old "historic" Smithfield.
Chairman Barfield opened the public hearing and asked the applicant to come
forward.
Peter Kavanagh, Zone Systems, presented this request. He explained that this
is a tower for Motorola and asked that the Commission table this request for two
weeks in order to be better prepared.
Responding to a question, Mr. Kavanagh explained that Motorola Network
Services provides tower space to people who use Motorola radio systems. The
requested height is to enable them to reach their customers.
Mr. Barfield asked how far the range would be for this tower and Mr. Kavanagh
stated he was unsure.
Mr. Kavanagh stated that Motorola has no other towers in the City of NRH. He
stated the closest tower of this nature they have is in Haltom City. They also
have one in Colleyville that is 380' in height.
Mr. Wood stated that if a tower that size is in Colleyville, why would another
tower of such height be needed here.
Responding to a question, Mr. Kavanagh stated that he was aware of the
ordinance governing towers and realizes that he is requesting a variance to the
entire ordinance.
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Seeing no additional proponents, Chairman Barfield called for any opponents.
Mr. Terry Snider, 6533 Snider Street, was opposed to this request. He explained
that his family has been in this area for many, many years. Mr. Snider also owns
the property at 8021 Main Street. His family purchased this building in 1929, and
has owned it ever since. Mr. Snider has plans to refurbish the building in the
future and believes a tower of this magnitude would detract from that.
Johnny Rumfield, 5521 Susan Lee Lane, stated that he was born and raised in
this area and is opposed to this request.
Mr. Billy Campbell, Secretary of the Smithfield Masonic Lodge, stated that the
lodge was built in 1876 and has been there ever since. They support the
historical district and oppose a tower at this location.
Mr. John Wiggins, 7817 Miracle Lane, was also opposed to this request. He
believes towers are unsightly and believes that allowing one would set a
precedent that the City of NRH doesn't need.
Seeing no additional opponents, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Wood stated that based on the applicant's request, he has no problem
tabling this request for 2 weeks, but wants the Commission and citizens to know
that he is opposed to this request.
Mr. Wood, seconded by Mr. Bowen, moved to table PZ 98-27 until the July 9,
1998 meeting. The motion carried with a vote of 5 - O. Messrs. Wood, Bowen,
Davis, Barfield and Nehring were in favor of this motion.
Mr. Davis stated that this Commission has always allowed an applicant to
postpone a case if they felt it necessary and stated that is no reflection of the
way he continues to vote in two weeks. Mr. Davis is also opposed to this
req uest.
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7.
PZ 98-28
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF RICHARD SHAW FOR
AN AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE 2171 (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT #23)
APPROVED
Mr. Shaw explained that the original zoning was approved contingent upon the
fact that a building permit would be issued by July 31, 1998. Although they are
making steadfast progress, Mr. Shaw's group will be unable to fulfill the original
date scheduled. They are requesting a two-year extension.
Mr. Wood seconded by Mr. Nehring, moved to approve PZ 98-28, allowing a 90-
day extension on Phase I and an 18-month extension on Phase II. The motion
carried with a vote of 5 - O. Messrs. Wood, Nehring, Davis, Barfield and Bowen
were in favor of this request.
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8.
PZ 98-07
REQUEST OF THE NORTH DAVIS COMMUNITY CITIZENS GROUP FOR
DISCUSSION REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN OVERLAY ZONE
IN THE NORTH DAVIS BOULEVARD REGION
APPROVED
Mr. Peter Churcher thanked the Commissioners for the opportunity to speak. He
informed them that they have prepared a PowerPoint presentation and have
done their best to fulfill the request the Commission made in putting together
ideas and discussing them with landowners in the area.
Mr. Churcher stated that they would like to implement an overlay zone in the
North Davis Boulevard Corridor, which extends from the City boundaries at the
northeast corner of NRH and extends to Green Valley to the south and Precinct
Line Road to the east.
The presentation consisted of ideas in signage, landscaping, architecture,
screening fences, passive parks and greenbelts and tree conservation. The
presentation outlined the benefits that an overlay zone of this caliber would bring
to the City.
Mr. Barfield complimented the group for their presentation, stating this was the
best presentation he had seen from a citizens group.
Mr. Davis commended the group for their presentation and stated he was ready
to take it to the next step and asked Mr. Churcher what they anticipated
happening.
Mr. Churcher stated it is the group's hope that the Planning & Zoning
Commission will endorse the group's idea to the City Council.
Mr. Davis stated that he would like to endorse this proposal and ask the City
Council to set aside staff and funds necessary to develop the design criteria and
design specifications, as outlined in this proposal for a Northern Gateway
Overlay Zone, made up of people that's mentioned in the proposal, i.e., staff
members, P&Z Commissioners, Parks Board members, design consultants,
commercial stakeholders and people from the homeowners group.
Mr. Wood seconded this motion and it carried with a vote of 5 - o. Messrs.
Davis, Wood, Barfield, Bowen & Nehring were in favor of this request.
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Mr. Davis stated that he invisions this group meeting for the next 4 - 6 months to
get the design criteria, actual limits of the corridor, landscaping, architectural and
signage requirements, etc. actually established. Once that "package" is
complete, a public hearing would be required and the overlay zone could move
forward.
Mr. Davis stated that he is asking the Council to set aside funds and staff that
are necessary to move forward with an establishment of a committee to develop
the design criteria and development guidelines for the Northern Gateway Overlay
Zone as outlined in the North Davis Citizens Groups presentation. The intent is
to develop a document that will establish building/development guidelines for this
part of the City.
9.
STAFF COMMENTS
Mr. LeBaron reminded the Commissioners of the joint work session with the City
Council on Monday, June 28 at 6:00 p.m.
10.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were none.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
Having no additional business to conduct, the meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
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Secretary, Don Bowen
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