07-17-2001 (Planning & Zoning) Minutes MINUTES
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
WYLIE MUNICIPAL COMPLEX
2000 Highway 78 North, Wylie, Texas 75098
Regular Business Meeting
July 17,2001
7:00 pm
Notice was posted in the time and manner required by law and quorum was present.
Staff Members Present:
Commission Members Present: Claude Thompson,Planner
William Chapman
Michael George Mary V. Bradley, Secretary
Mike Phillips
Carter Porter
Tony Snider
Gary Wiseman
Commissioners Absent:
Steve Ahrens
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman George called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE AND INVOCATION
Chairman George offered the Invocation and Commissioner Porter led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
No one appeared to speak.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEM
1. Consider and act upon approval of the Minutes from the July 3, 2001 Regular
Meeting.
ic Hearing
on 1, was
Thompson stated that the rezoning
n that lots 11 and 2 of B1o0ck�C belchanged to face lthe longer
approved with the stipulatio
rather than shorter street.
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Motion was made by Commissioner Chapman,
Motion seconded
passedn 6 y O. ommissioner Snider to
approve the minutes with the change noted.
ACTION ITEMS
1. Consider and act upon approval of a Site Plan for Millenium Motorsports,being a
2.03 acre tract located at 1315 Century Way, being all of existing Lots 3 and 4 of
Block C of the Century Business Park Addition, City of Wylie, Collin County,
Texas, and being a tract described in the
D. Wood, Jr.Collin County, Texasa
under Clerk's File No. 01-0052708 of the Deed Records of
Thompson stated that the intention of the applicant is to combine Lots 3 and 4 into one
Lot, on which to construct a 24,158 square feet building to be used for a specialty
automotive restoration business. The Site Plan illustrates that the building will be
somewhat centered between two major drives. Staff did have some concerns about the
drive on the south being too close to the existing drive on the neighboring property, but
understands that the proposed circulation pattern will allow large trucks to come in from
the south and circulate through the building. There is also a significant grade change at
the property line and street, which is too steep for an entry drive. The fire lane enters at
these drives but goes to the east of the building in order not to conflict with truck
circulation. The circulation pattern allows auto-haulers oor on the north, the straight outhrough the drive.he
overhead door on the south and out the overhead
Staff recommends a variance from the Code on the distance between the two major drives
and believes that the proposal meets all
appropriatethese
Replat to technical
ts and
recommends approval. Thompson stated further
properties will be considered in tonight's agenda also, and a utility and access easement
will be platted on those lots by that action.
Mr. Henry Luman, 5105 Greensboro, Sachse, Texas, president of Concrete Walls,
represented David Wood the owner of the property. Commissioners expressed some
concerns regarding the screening used on the east side of the property. The Zoning
Ordinance requires a 20-foot setback and six-foot masonry or wood fence be constructed
on an industrial property line when it is adjacent to a residential district such as on the
southeast. Mr. Luman requested for live screening be allowed along the residential area
instead of a wall in order not to damage the existing trees. Commissioner Phillips
recommended that the Zoning Board of Adjustment consider the variance of screen type.
Thompson stated that the Ordinance is somewhat limited to what can be considered by
the Zoning Board of Adjustment, concluding that the Commission can approve a waiver
of the variance of screen materials as a stipulation of Site Plan approval.
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Mr. Luman stated that a retaining wall would be put up along the back of the property
where required by the change in topography. However, if he puts a solid footing for a
retaining wall all along the property line, the retaining wall would have to be set back to
accommodate the existing power easement. Mr. Luman stated further that the wall would
be more toward the west and the building so not to interrupt the existing trees. The grade
will be up against the west side of the building rather than the east, and that area
landscaped. On the Site Plan, a chain link fence is shown outside the retaining wall. The
intent was, after discussion,to put the chain link fence on top of the retaining wall.
Commissioner George expressed concern regarding the north side of the property. Mr.
Luman stated the chain link fence would be on all sides of the property for security. The
Commission suggested that the fence along Century Way not be a chain link fence, but
rather some aesthetic material such as wrought iron. Mr. Luman stated he would discuss
the use of wrought iron with the owner but the type of screen has not yet been finalized.
Commissioner George asked what the building would look like. Mr. Luman stated the
building would have the same structure as the building across street, which is a metal
building with brick on the front and sides visible from the street. The roof will have a 1:
12 pitch.
Motion was made by Commissioner Phillips, seconded by Commissioner Chapman, to
approve the Site Plan with live screening to the southeast and decorative fencing along
the front. Motion passed 6—0.
2. Consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a Final Plat of Lot 3B
of Block C, Century Business Park Addition, being a replat of Lots 3 and 4 of
Block C of the Century Business Park Addition, and being a 2.03 acre tract
situated in the Duke Strickland Survey, Abstract No. 841, City of Wylie, Collin
County, Texas.
Thompson stated that this Final Plat will be a replat of Lots 3 and 4 of Block C to create
the single Lot 3B, totaling 2.03 acres. The new Lot will accommodate the previous
discussed Site Plan for Millennium Motorsports. The property is zoned Industrial and
meets all the technical requirements and subdivision regulations. Staff recommends
approval.
There was no further discussion.
Motion was made by Commissioner Carter to approve the Final Plat, seconded by
Commissioner Wiseman. Motion passed 6-0.
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WORK SESSION
1. Discuss status of revisions to Zoning Ordinance and July 24 work session with
City Council.
Thompson reminded Commissioners that the City Council begins a 6:00 p.m. on
Tuesday, July 24th and the work session would begin immediately after the City Council
agenda is completed at approximately 7:00 p.m. The Consultant and staff will introduce
the draft of the Zoning Ordinance, and Commissioners are encouraged to be present to
share their opinions with and receive guidance from the Council.
2. Additional Business
A special motion was made by Commissioner Carter, seconded by everyone, to commend
and salute Commissioner George on his birthday, which will be on July 21, 2001.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Commissioner Carter, seconded by Commissioner Phillips, to adjourn.
Motion passed 6-0, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:42 p.m..
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Michael George, Chairman Mary V. B dley, Secretary