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03-18-2008 (Planning & Zoning) Minutes Wylie Planning and Zoning Commission Cii o WYLIE Minutes Wylie Planning & Zoning Commission Tuesday, March 18, 2008 — 7:00 pm Wylie Municipal Complex— Council Chambers 2000 Highway 78 North CALL TO ORDER Upon arrival of a quorum, Chairman Dennis Larson called the meeting to order at 7:00PM. Those present besides Chairman Larson were, Vice-Chair Scott Ames, Commissioner Ramona Kopchenko, Commissioner Willie Osborne, Commissioner Phillip Johnston, Commissioner Tim Bennett and Commissioner Ruthie Wright. Staff present was Renae 011ie, Planning Director, Jasen Haskins, Assistant Planner, and Mary Bradley, Administrative Assistant. INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Bennett gave the invocation and Commissioner Osborne led the pledge of allegiance. CITIZENS COMMENTS Chairman Larson opened the Citizens Participation. No one approached the Commissioners; Chairman Larson closed the Citizens Participation. CONSENT ITEMS 1. Consider and act upon approval of the Minutes from the March 4, 2008, Regular Meeting. A motion was made by Commissioner Johnston, and seconded by Commissioner Osborne, to approve the minutes from March 4, 2008 Regular Meeting, as submitted. Motion carried 7 — 0. Minutes March 18, 2008 Wylie Planning and Zoning Board Page 1 of 7 REGULAR AGENDA Action Agenda 1. Consider and act upon approval of a Site Plan for Wylie Professional Park, being Lot 4 Block A of the Martinez Addition for four 4,800 square foot buildings, generally located on Kirby just east of SH 78. Mr. Haskins stated that the applicant is proposing to develop a professional office/retail park consisting of four 4,800 square foot buildings on just over 1.9 acres. The property is located adjacent to Brookshire's grocery store east of Highway 78 and south of Kirby. The property is zoned Community Retail (CR) District and the potential retail or professional office uses are allowed by right within this district. The property currently has several large trees, in which the site plan does specify preservation of the trees. The applicant is proposing a combination of iron fence with masonry posts and landscape to screen between the property and the adjacent residential development to the rear of the property. This is in lieu of required six-foot masonry wall required by the Zoning Ordinance. With no questions for the applicant or staff a motion was made by Vice-Chairman Ames and seconded by Commissioner Johnston, to approve the Site Plan for a Wylie Professional Park on Lot 4 Block A of the Martinez Addition, and allow a combination masonry and landscape screen in lieu of a solid masonry wall. Subject property is generally located on Kirby just east of State Highway 78. Motion carried 7 — 0. 2. Consider and act upon approval of a Site Plan for Woodbridge Crossing, Lots 1, 2, 6-9, 14, 17 Block A for a 532,442 square foot development on 64.68 acres, generally located on the south side of FM 544 between McCreary Road and Springwell Parkway. Mr. Haskins stated that the applicant is proposing to develop 550,000 square foot buildings for commercial uses on approximately 65 acres. The property is generally located on the south side of FM 544 between McCreary Road and Springwell Parkway. The property is zoned as Planned Development Ordinance 2006-01, with allowed uses similar to Commercial Corridor. The current site plan detailing only lots 1, 2, 6-9, 14 and 17 consist of Phase One of the development. The remaining lots will be submitted later as those pad sites are sold and developed. The PD 2006- 01 allows the use of 9 feet by 18 feet parking spaces as shown on the site plan. The current Zoning Ordinance requires 10 feet by 20 feet. Minutes March 18, 2008 Wylie Planning and Zoning Board Page 2 of 7 The landscaping is determined by all of the lots combined within the current site plan (lots 1, 2, 6-9, 14, and 17).Therefore, the overall percentage as outlined within PD 2006-01 has been met. The applicant is proposing to construct the development with Prodema-Baq+ product. Although the Prodema-Baq+ is not a primary material defined within the "Building Articulation" section of the Zoning Ordinance, staff along with the Building Official, agree that the product is aesthetically durable. Ms. 011ie stated that the Fire Marshal and the Building Official both have submitted a report approving the Prodema-Baq+ product, stating that the product meets the intent of the Zoning Ordinance as well as the design theme for Woodbridge Crossing set forth within the PD 2006-01. Commissioner Bennett expressed concern of the size of the parking spaces and the radius of the driveways off FM 544. Commissioner Bennett stated that the radius on the site plan indicating 20 feet needs to be increased to 30 feet and the radius along the main drive within the parking lot, needs to be increased to 25 feet. He also stated he wanted to see the parking spaces increased to 10 feet by 20 feet. Ms. 011ie stated that the size of the parking spaces were within the conditions of the PD 2006-01, and the PD was approved by Council. The Commissioners can not deny the Site Plan based on the size of the parking spaces, because it is a condition within the PD, which is a zoning use. Commissioner Bennett questioned the number of parking, which is in excess of the required numbered parking. The number of parking spaces required is 2,100 and the number provided is 2,700. Bryan Burger, Lawrence A. Cates and Associates, 14800 Quorum Drive, Suite 200, Dallas, Texas, represented the civil engineer for the property stated that the requirement for the parking spaces is generally a 1 to 250 ratio for retail parking, and this ratio is not enough parking for Target. The ratio is set at 4.28 per 1,000 for retail parking and the remainder parking is set on straight commercial parking. Therefore the intent is to provide parking not only for retail but for other commercial uses not yet determined. The parking lot may not be full on any one day, except during peak seasonal times and with a possibility of restaurants coming into the development, the additional parking spaces will be needed. Commissioner Bennett asked the applicant to increase the parking spaces to 10 feet by 20 feet. Mr. Burger responded that he could not make that change, that the way the agreement is set between Target and the real estate committee with the City of Wylie, the parking spaces can not be revised. Commissioner Bennett questioned the right turn lane in front of the property and the radius for the drives. Mr. Burger stated that the turn lanes start and stop at each drive approach, and the drive is 245 feet of storage and 100 feet of transition, essentially 345 feet. The radius for all the main drives is 30 feet, except for the minor entry drive which is 24 feet. The drive width is increased to 30 feet and the radius width is decreased to 20 feet. Ms. 011ie stated that the Fire Marshal has approved the radius width to 20 feet being that the drive is 30 feet in width. Minutes March 18, 2008 Wylie Planning and Zoning Board Page 3 of 7 Commissioner Kopchenko questioned the number of turning lanes. Mr. Burger stated that the entryway in the middle of the development will be two-lane divided by median and a signal light. The main entries from McCreary and Springwell will be three lanes, one going left, one right, and the center lane remaining straight. There will be smaller two lane entries, which will be one lane coming in and one lane exiting turning right. Commissioner Wright questioned the type of trees, Bald Cypress, proposed for the entire landscaping in the parking lot. Mr. Burger stated that he was open for changes or revisions. Ms. 011ie stated that the Ordinance does have a replacement contingency for trees, and the property owner is responsible for replacement. However, if the Commission would like for a variation of tree species, then within the motion the stipulation would need to be made stating that a variation of tree species be included. A motion was made by Commissioner Johnston, and seconded by Vice-Chair Ames, to approve the Site Plan for new development on Lots 1, 2, 6-9, 14, 17 Block A of Woodbridge Crossing. Subject property is generally located on the south side of FM 544 between McCreary Road and Springwell Parkway, with the stipulation that a variety of tree species be planted throughout the parking lot. Motion carried 6 — 1, with Commissioner Bennett voting in opposition. 3. Consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a Final Plat for Woodbridge Crossing creating seventeen (17) commercial lots on 64.68 acres, generally located south of FM 544 between McCreary Road and Springwell Parkway. Mr. Haskins stated that the property totals 64.68 acres and creates and establishes (17) seventeen commercial lots for a retail shopping, dining and family entertainment center. The property is part of the larger 186.56 acre planned development tract assembled by Herzog Development Corporation and was successfully rezoned as PD 2006-01 in January 2006. The plat will establish the boundaries for 17 lots including the major and junior anchors located along the rear and multiple pads for future restaurants, fast food and miscellaneous personal services sites fronting FM 544. Commissioner Bennett questioned the right-of-way acquisition for McCreary Road and FM 544 and Springwell Parkway and FM 544. Mr. Sam Satterwhite, WEDC stated that the acquisitions are in the final stages of being purchased. The right-of-way acquisition from FM 544 and Springwell Parkway is being donated to the city for dedication for right-of-way. The existing billboard is included in the acquisition and will be taken down. Minutes March 18, 2008 Wylie Planning and Zoning Board Page 4 of 7 A motion was made by Commissioner Johnston, and seconded by Vice-Chair Ames, to recommend approval to the City Council for a Final Plat establishing seventeen (17) commercial lots on 64.68 acres, generally located south of FM 544 between McCreary Road and Springwell Parkway. Motion carried 7 — 0. Public Hearing 1. Hold a Public Hearing and consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a change in zoning from Agriculture (AG) to Planned Development-Agricultural District (PD-AG/30), generally located west of FM 1378 (Country Club Road) and south of FM 2514 (Parker Road). ZC2008-03. Ms. 011ie stated that the applicant is proposing to construct an 113,150 square foot church/worship facility for Gateway Community Church on 12.6 acres. The property to the north is zoned Agricultural, and being used for bona fide agricultural purposes. The property to the west is occupied by Wylie Independent School District and platted as Rita Smith Elementary School. Properties to the south are zoned Planned Development for single-family residential dwelling. The applicant is proposing tilt wall construction in lieu of the required masonry exterior. The applicant is requesting the use of tilt wall on walls that will not be permanent exterior walls. The northern and western exterior wall of Phase 1 will be constructed with at least 20% stone, brick or cast stone per current Zoning Ordinance requirement, and the eastern and southern walls will be tilt wall construction to allow for future phases of development. Landscaping shall be provided in proportion with each phase. Overall, upon completion of all phases, landscaping shall encompass 37.4 percent. In an effort to shield property owners along the southern border of the property, shrubs or trees shall be planted as development of the property moves southward. During the first phase of the development, the PD proposes to construct 61 on-site spaces to accommodate the 2,280 seat sanctuary. Off-site spaces of 77 will be located on the adjacent WISD Smith Elementary School site. When the development is complete with all phases, 570 parking spaces will be provided on site. The shared parking agreement with WISD shall be approved by City Council in accordance with Article 7, Section 7.3.F.2 Shared Parking. Mr. Bryce Greene, 1333 W McDermott, Allen Texas represented the Gateway Community Church, stated that tilt wall will be constructed with concrete with textured finish. Minutes March 18, 2008 Wylie Planning and Zoning Board Page 5 of 7 Commissioner Bennett addressed concerns for the retention/detention pond. Mr. Greene stated that the long-term intent is for a well to be installed and have the property irrigated from that pond. Ms. 011ie stated that civil engineer drawings will be submitted with the Final Site Plan, and the city engineer will review and approve the storm drainage for the retention and detention on the property. The Planned Development only approves the Conceptual Plan and not the Final Site Plan. The Commission will have the opportunity to review and approve a Final Site Plan. A motion was made to recommend approval, however, the motion was rescinded due to the public hearing was not opened. Chairman Larson opened the Public Hearing, and with no one approaching the Commissioners, Chairman Larson closed the Public Hearing. A motion was made by Commissioner Johnston, and seconded by Vie- Chair Ames, to recommend approval to the City Council on Zoning Case 2008 — 03 regarding a change in zoning from Agriculture District (AG/30) to Planned Development — Agricultural District (PD-AG/30). Motion carried 6 — 1, with Commissioner Kopchenko voting in opposition. Action Agenda 4. Consider and act upon adoption of the Planning and Zoning Commission Rules of Procedure. Ms. 011ie stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission Rules of Procedure was never formally adopted. The only revision made when the original Rules of Procedure were drafted, was the open meeting act in Section 2.3, which is a requirement and the time for the meetings to begin at 6:30pm instead of 7:00pm. With no questions for staff, a motion was made by Vice-Chair Ames, and seconded by Commissioner Johnston, to approve and adopt the Planning and Zoning Commission Rules of Procedure. Motion carried 7 — 0. MISCELLANEOUS Ms. 011ie distributed a draft Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance for posting signs on the property requesting a change in zoning. Prior to 2001 Zoning Ordinance amendment, Section 35 was revised by Ordinance 98-23. Ms. 011ie presented additional revisions to the Ordinance 98-23, and asked the Commissioners for direction. The consensus from the Commissioners was to review and submit for public hearing. Minutes March 18, 2008 Wylie Planning and Zoning Board Page 6 of 7 ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Commissioner Bennett, and seconded by Commissioner Wright to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 p.m. All Commissioners were in consensus. B enn is Larson,Chairman ATTEST: if 8i1, ' Mat Brfey,Administ tive Assistant Minutes March 18, 2008 Wylie Planning and Zoning Board Page 7 of 7