01-06-1997 (Planning & Zoning) Minutes MINUTES
The Planning and Zoning Commission met in a Regular Business Meeting on January 6, 1997,at 6:30
p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Wylie Municipal Complex, located at 2000 Hwy. 78 North,
Wylie,Texas 75098. A quorum was present and a notice was posted in the time and manner required
by law.
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Bart Peddicord, Rich Eckman, Tim Owen,
James Smith, Cecilia Wood, Stuart Allison and Steve Ahrens.
ABSENT: None
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Director of Community Development-Mike Phillips,Kelley
Shaw-Planner and Secretary-Rebecca Rogers.
ACTION ITEMS
ITEM NO. 1: Consider approval of the Minutes from the December 2, 1996 Regular Business
Meeting. A motion was made by Stuart Allison, seconded by Cecilia Wood to accept the minutes as
presented. Motion carried, all in favor(7).
ITEM NO. 2: Consider a request from Doug Williams for approval of site plan for a car lot to be
constructed at 2817 Hwy. 544 and further described as Lot 2 of McCords Little Six. Mike Phillips,
Director of Community Development stated that the proposed building encroached upon an utility
easement and would have to be moved back and screening would need to be improved on the rear of
the lot. There is an impound yard located on the back of the property. This property would be for car
sales only and not repair. Mr. Phillips stated that Doug Williams would have to make it extremely
clear that he understands completely the additions/corrections to the site plan or a building permit will
not be issued. Mr. Williams will also have to connect to the existing sewer that is across the street
at Regency. The Fire Dept. has reviewed and approved the site plan. Staff recommends that the site
plan be conditionally approved. A motion was made by Rich Eckman to approve the site plan for a
car lot to be constructed at 2817 FM 544, conditional with improvements, seconded by Tim Owen.
Motion carried,5 in favor(Stuart Allison, Tim Owen,Rich Eckman,Bart Peddicord, Cecilia Wood),
2 against(James Smith, Steve Ahrens).
ITEM NO. 3: Consider a request from Novid Properties for approval of site plan for an
office/warehouse to be constructed at 650 FM 1378 (Country Club Road). Parking and landscaping
requirements as indicated on site plan are adequate. Plans have been provided for extending utilities
to the property.The fire department has reviewed and approved the site plan. The future expansion
of FM 1378 will not affect the landscaping percentage requirement due to the width of the lot. The
building will meet the masonry requirements as required per ordinance. Staff recommends approval
of the site plan. A motion was made by Cecilia Wood,seconded by Stuart Allison,to approve the site
plan as presented. Motion carried, all in favor(7 votes).
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PUBLIC HEARING
ITEM NO. 1: Hold a Public Hearing and consider a recommendation to the City Council for a zone
change from"A",Agriculture to"I",Industrial District for Roy Neely for property located on the south
side of State Highway 78 North, east of Kreymer Lane and more particularly described as Lots 6, 7
and 8 of Wylie Ranch East Commercial Park. Kelley Shaw, City Planner, stated that the requested
zoning of"I",Industrial does not fit into the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. This area would be more
commercial in nature due to the surrounding single family zoning. "B-2"Business 2 District (specific
use)would permit a machine shop and the B-2 zoning would be more appropriate to the surrounding
area. The Neelys operate a very clean shop,but this is strictly a Zoning issue. Staff recommends that
the request for"I",Industrial be denied. Chairman Peddicord opened the Public Hearing. Roy and
Janice Neely,315 Callie Court, Wylie, Texas, spoke for the request. They stated that they run a very
clean business, are planning to build a very nice building that would not be an eyesore. Mr. &Mrs.
Neely also stated that they live in the development directly across from the property and do not feel
that it would lower their property values. The Neelys presented story boards showing how the
company has grown and proposed building designs.
Charles Hollins for Rosemary Domecki,Lakeside Village Apts, 301 W. Kirby Street, Wylie, Texas;
Marie Routen, 340 Callie Court, Wylie, Texas; Henry and Carrie Nelson, 350 Callie Court, Wylie,
Texas (did not receive notification, not on our tax records); Candy Piper, 335 Callie Court, Wylie,
Texas; and Sharon Dowdy, 325 Callie Court, Wylie, Texas were present to speak against the zone
change request for the following reasons: limitations on family life, children's activities, enough
Industrial zoning exists in Wylie already, several business parks with that zoning, and just generally
bad for neighborhood. They were not opposed the Neely's business,just to "I" Industrial zoning
which could allow many more unfavorable businesses to open in that location. Mr. J.C. Worley, 335
Donna Drive, Wylie, Texas, spoke neither for or against the request. Mr. Worley just wanted to
remind everyone, that no matter what the zoning is, screening would be required to separate from
residential areas. Some of the property in that area backing up to the residential areas is already zoned
B-1 and/or B-2. Mike Phillips went over the screening requirements as required in the Code of
Ordinances. Mr. Shaw stated that the property located to the east and west of the residential area is
zoned B-1. Sam Satterwhite,Wylie Economic Development Corp, 1515 Anchor Drive, Wylie, Texas,
spoke for the request. Mr. Satterwhite stated that the City of Wylie is lucky to have a business like
the Neely's in Wylie. He agrees that Industrial may be detrimental to the area and if denied the zoning
change, he would encourage the Neely's to request B-2 zoning. Chairman Peddicord closed the
Public Hearing. The commission members questioned the reason for requesting Industrial and it is
what they are currently zoned. Wylie Ranch East is still on septic tank, and concerns were raised
about the disposal of fluids generated by the machine shop and if sewer lines are planned for the near
future. The only waste into the septic would be from the restrooms,machine shop fluids are barreled
and recycled. Mr. Phillips stated that providing sewer to the residential part of Wylie Ranch Estates
is planned for in the upcoming bond election but is unaware of the extent of that line. A motion was
made by Steve Ahrens, seconded by Rich Eckman, to deny recommendation to City Council for
approval of a zone change from"A"Agriculture to"I"Industrial District for Roy Neely for property
located on the south side of State Highway 78 North, east of Kreymer Lane and more particularly
described as Lots 6, 7 and 8 of Wylie Ranch East Commercial Park. Motion carried, (7 in favor).
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DISCUSSION ITEM
Presentation of a Planned Development District Concept Plan designated as Woodbridge
Development. Mike Phillips introduced Don Herzog and Darryl Herzog with the Herzog
Development Corporation. Don Herzog stated that they had put together about 7 parcels of land with
the intent of a master planned community. Engineering was done by a Dallas engineering firm-Post,
Buckley,Schuh&Jernigan,Inc.And golf course architect is Singletary Golf Services in Plano, Texas.
Mr.Herzog presented parameters for a successful community(location,lifestyle, amenities, schools,
shopping& affordability). A market study was performed and the following input was determined:
1)real estate broker input-keep trees,include walking/jogging trails,maintain affordable price range,
prefer master planned community,convenient location,pretty setting,most buyers are relocation and
move-ups;2)consumer input:location-good area,attractive area(neighborhood concept),golf course,
good value in home price, walking/jogging paths/trails, closer restaurants, better roads and access,
master planned community. A consumer profile was also presented which showed that 95% of
consumers moved to Wylie within the metroplex and 5%moved from outside of the metroplex; 75%
were two wage earner incomes, 20% one wage earner incomes and 5%retired; 32%with children
under 5 years of age,58%with children between the ages of 5 and 12 and 11%with children over 13
years of age; 47%with annual incomes over$100,000,24%with annual incomes between$75,000
and$99,999,and 24%with annual incomes between$50,000 and$74,999. General description and
purpose of a planned development is the mixing of integral land uses, combining of single family
residential uses. This allows for new and innovative concepts in land utilization;is consistent with
acceptable planning concepts; adoption of appropriate land uses regulations and modification of
development standards. A well designed community with defined development standards: 1)
incorporates creative land planning and design; 2) addresses needs for proposed development in
conjunction with existing community; 3) insures against misuse of increased flexibility; and 4)
establishes provisions for compatible neighborhoods. The development within the City of Wylie(this
is a joint venture between City of Wylie and City of Sachse)would be as follows: 1) Golf course=
164.62 acres;2)open space and parks= 14.36 acres;residential development=211.53 acres;totaling
390.51 acres. Number of lots would be 980,gross density is 2.51 units per acre and net density is 4.6
3 units per acre. The golf course would be 18 holes, par 72 with 7,025 yards Championship tees,
6,325 yards Regular Tees, 5,690 yards Executive Tees and 5,040 yards Ladies Tees; a clubhouse;
practice putting green;practice driving range;and maintenance facility. The open spaces and parks
would consist of: parks with playgrounds, swimming pools, county park trail along Muddy Creek,
neighborhood trails and community lakes. The residential development would consist of:multiple
lot types; standards for development;homeowners association; and protective covenants.
Four classifications of lot standards were presented,they are as follows:
R-9.0 R-8.4 R-7.2 R-5.5
Minimum Lot Size 9,000 s£ 8,400 sf. 7,200 s£ 5,500 sf.
Minimum Dwelling Size 1,800 s£ 1,600 s£ 1,400 sf. 1,200 s£
Minimum Lot Coverage 40% 45% 45% 50%
Minimum Lot Width 70 ft. 70 ft. 60 ft. 50 ft.
Minimum Lot Depth 110 ft. 110 ft. 100 ft. 100 ft.
Front Yard Setback 20 ft. 20 ft. 20 ft. 20 ft. (A)
Side Yard Setback 7 ft. 7 ft. 5 ft. 5 ft. (B)
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Rear Yard Setback 20 ft. 20 ft. 20 ft. 15 ft.
Garage 2 car 2 car 2 car 2 car
Masonry Requirement 75% 75% 75% 75%
(A) Garden Homes with side entry garage may have a 15 ft. Front yard setback
(B) Garden Homes-0 ft. to 3 ft. on one side
7 ft. to l0 ft. on other side
minimum of 10 ft. between buildings
There would be approximate number of lots by lot type as follows:23 of R-9.0 (2.4%); 137 of R-8.4
(14.0%);279 of R-7.2(28.4%);and 541 of R-5.5 (55.2%). Standards for development would be entry
treatment; screening walls, landscaping and irrigation system along thoroughfares; landscaping and
sodding of front yards; county trail park with looped trail systems linking neighborhoods to county
trail park. The Homeowners Association is comprised of homeowners (automatically a member);
common properties deeded to association;annual assessment for maintenance of common properties;
maintain insurance for common properties; members bound by protective covenants; and an
Architectural Control Committee. The Protective Covenants would place additional restrictions on
items such as: temporary structures; truck, boat, camper and trailer storage; signs; fences, walls or
hedges; yard maintenance; underground utilities; satellite dishes; neighborhood annoyance or
nuisance; and exterior lighting. The estimated average homes sales price would be $120, 969.00
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
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ADJOURNMENT
ADJOURN: A motion was made to adjourn by Steve Ahrens, seconded by Cecilia
Wood. Motion carried, all in favor (7). Chairman Peddicord adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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