04-06-1998 (Planning & Zoning) Minutes PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES
The Planning and Zoning Commission met in Regular Business Meeting on April 6, 1998 at 7:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Wylie Municipal Complex, located at 2000 State Highway 78
North, Wylie, Texas. A quorum was present and a notice was posted in the time and manner
required by law.
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Richard Eckman, Steve Ahrens, Eric Hogue, Sharon Dowdy, Cecilia Wood, Ray Capley, Mark
Clark.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
Tobin Maples, Planning Director and Carrie Smith, Secretary.
ELECTION OF A VICE CHAIRMAN: Steve Ahrens was nominated by Cecilia Wood,
seconded by Eric Hogue.
Motion carried, 6 in favor-1 abstention(Steve Ahrens), Steve Ahrens, Vice-Chairman.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Discuss and consider approval of the Minutes from the March 16, 1998, Regular Business
Meeting. Correction was noted by Cecilia Wood. Her last name is "Wood" not
"Woods".
Motion made by Steve Ahrens to accept the Minutes, seconded by Mark Clark. Motion
carried, all in favor(7).
2. Discuss and consider removing ZC. No. 98-02 from the table.
Motion was made by Mark Clark to remove ZC. No. 98-02 from the table, seconded by
Ray Capley. Motion carried all in favor(7).
Steve Ahrens asked if this item could be moved to the bottom of the agenda to allow the
developer more time to arrive. It was agreed by the Board.
Moved on to item number six(6).
6. Discuss and consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a Final Plat for
Phase I of Southplace Estates, Proposed by Ballpen Venture I, generally located along the
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east side of South Ballard Street at the intersection of Stoney Brook and South Ballard
Street and being all of a 13.995 acre tract out of the Allen Atterberry Survey, Abstract
No. 23, City of Wylie, Collin County, Texas.
Jim Meara representing Ballpen Venture I at 8150 N. Central Expressway#795 was
present to answer any questions.
Cecilia Wood asked about the Lone Star Gas Co. facility on the southwest corner of the
property. Jim Meara stated the facility is not on his property. Tobin Maples, Planning
Director stated he spoke with Michael Chandler of Lone Star Gas and the facility is an
above ground valve that controls all the gas in Wylie.
Cecilia Wood also expressed concern regarding only one street going into the subdivision
and crossing a gas line. Jim Meara pointed out gas lines run under virtually every street in
the city. The subdivision is set up to provide access to Ballard Avenue. There may be
future inlets and outlets.
Steve Ahrens asked if the subdivision would have gas. Jim Meara said at this time the
subdivision is all electric, but this could change, with the merger of T.U. and Lone Star
Gas.
Mark Clark asked about the builder. Jim Meara said the builder would be Choice Homes,
at this time they would have the right to all 46 lots. Jim Meara also stated that build out
for the subdivision may occur in 10 - 15 months and that the average home value would be
$100,000. The Minimum dwelling size permitted by zoning would be 1500 square feet.
The Principal associated with this development is Della Master.
Cecilia Wood asked about screening the north side of the property that is adjacent to
Wylie I.S.D. Tobin Maples stated that current policies do not require the developer to
screen those lots from the adjacent Wylie I.S.D. property. Jim Meara stated the lots
adjacent to the school will be front entry with a fence along the back.
Steve Ahrens asked about a possible entrance on Breckenridge. Jim Meara said at this
time nothing is planned, but could be done in the future, if the property to the south is
developed.
Richard asked for any more questions. No one responded. Jim Meara was seated.
Tobin Maples stated this plat was originally filed in 1986 under different codes and
standards. It was originally designed to be a pump and haul system concerning the
sanitary sewer. For one reason or another the project was never completed, but was
approved for construction. This is the last pump and haul subdivision remaining in Wylie,
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reviewed under current standards it does comply. The applicant is required to put in some
off-site sewer systems. Staffs only main concern is the one point of entry. This was the
way the plat was designed in 1986. The developer has provided a 60 foot right-of-way to
allow a median divided entry should the property to the east develop. Staff is
recommending approval as the plat complies with the subdivision regulations.
Richard Eckman asked if our current regulations required two points of entry.
Tobin Maples said the current regulation require two points of entry or a median dividing
the entry or sufficient right-of-way which is to be determined by staff in regards to
forwarding a recommendation to this Commission and City Council.
Motion was made by Steve Ahrens for approval of Final Plat for Phase I of Southplace
Estates, seconded by Cecilia Wood. Motion carried all in favor (7).
DISCUSSION
1. Update on planning and zoning issues and ordinance amendments developed during
Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council Worksession.
Tobin Maples discussed the enclosed memorandum dated March 24, 1998, regarding
proposed schedule for Planning and Zoning Issues and Ordinance Amendments.
Cecilia Wood expressed concern regarding town hall meeting rather than public hearings.
Tobin Maples stated the Staff would conduct surveys of other cities on how to resolve
these issues. He feels we need a plan to involve the community to get their support.
Tobin Maples assured the commission that the appropriate staff will be at these meetings
to answer questions.
Richard Eckman closed the discussion. Moved on to Action Item# 3.
ACTION ITEM
3. ZC. No. 98-02: Hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation to the City Council
for a request from Pat Atkins for zone change.
This item has been removed from the table.
Tobin Maples gave an update on ZC. No. 98-02. Tobin Maples had held a meeting with
Dr. Fuller of Wylie I.S.D. and they discussed a potential school site in the area.
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The applicant requested an additional two weeks to continue coordinating efforts with
Wylie I.S.D. The planning department has not received any changes so, per the applicants
requests Staff is recommending this case be postponed to the April 20, 1998, P &Z
meeting.
Motion made by Steve Ahrens to table ZC. No. 98-02, seconded by Cecilia Wood.
Motion carried, all in favor(7).
4. Discuss and Consider removing a Preliminary Plat/Development Plan for Phase III of
Lakeside Estates from the table. This item deals with Action Item# 3.
Motion made by Cecilia Wood, to remove Item# 4 from the table, seconded by Steve
Ahrens. Motion carried, all in favor (7).
5. Discuss and Consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a Preliminary
Plat/Development Plan for Phase III of Lakeside Estate, proposed by Pat Atkins for
Paramount Development, generally located along the east side of McCreary Road just
south of Southfork Mobile Home Park and being all of a 45.3768 acre tract out of the
Moses Sparks Survey, Abstract No. 849, Collin County, Texas. This item deals with
Action Item# 3 and#4.
Motion made by Steve Ahrens to table this case to the April 20, 1998, P &Z meeting,
seconded by Cecilia Wood. Motion carried, all in favor (7).
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Julie Schmader of 1308 Anchor Drive asked for a copy of the proposed amendments.
Tobin Maples stated the list are in his office and he would provide a copy for her.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Steve Ahrens to adjourn, seconded by Cecilia Wood. Motion
carried all in favor (7).
Respectfully Submitted
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Richard Eckman, Chairman Carrie Smith, Secretary