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Roll call (9 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
A. WORK SESSION AGENDA:
(1) Discuss agenda items.
B. AGENDA
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
D. CALL TO ORDER.
Chairperson May called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM and noted for the record that six (6) Commissioners were present.
E. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
(2) Approval of the Minutes for the Regular meeting on July 9, 2013.
DRAFT P&Z COMMISSION MINUTES FOR JULY 9, 2013
Motion to Approve to Approve the Minutes for the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on July 9, 2013 with modifications. Moved by Commissioner Scott McDonald, seconded by Commissioner John Robertson.
Vote to Approve to Approve the Minutes for the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on July 9, 2013 with modifications. (Approved)
Ayes: Chambers, Hayes, McDonald, May, Jones, Robertson
Nays: None
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
(3) Consider Case Z-1263-13; a request to amend Planned Development 110 (PD-110) having a legal description of Lot 1A, Block A, Eagle Park East. This proposed amendment would allow outdoor storage, some metal facades, and screening walls greater in height than eight (8) feet. The property in question consists of approximately 1 lot and 21.06 acres and is located at 1200 East Centre Park Boulevard. The applicant is David A. Larson.
P&Z Management Report for Case Z-1263-13
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case Z-1263-13.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions of staff.
The Commission and staff discussed the height of the proposed structure at its tallest point to grade, as well as the height of any existing structures on the site.
Commissioner Chambers asked Mr. Vatthauer to clarify the requirement of no outdoor storage in the area considered to be the front in both Light Industrial (LI) and Industrial (I) zoning districts.
Mr. Vatthauer informed the Commission that outdoor storage is not allowed in the area considered to be the front yard in both Light Industrial (LI) and Industrial (I) zoning districts.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions of staff. Here no response, she opened the public hearing and asked the applicant to come forward.
Mr. David Larson, of 1200 Centre Park Boulevard, representing DW Distribution, came forward to address the Commission. He told the Commission he was available to answer questions.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions for Mr. Larson.
The Commission and Mr. Larson discussed the type of material proposed for storage covering, as well as, the screening wall surrounding portions of the proposed storage coverage.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions for Mr. Larson.
Commissioner Chambers asked Mr. Larson about the type of proposed screening for the perimeter of the property.
Mr. Larson explained that the screening wall for the bottom up would consist of concrete tilt wall, except for the tall retaining wall on the east side which cannot structurally support additional masonry. He further explained that the east side screen would consist of black chainlink fencing with live screening to cover the chainlink fencing.
Commissioner McDonald asked Mr. Larson about the height of the proposed black chainlink fencing on top of the retaining wall.
Mr. Larson informed the Commission that the height of the proposed chainlink fencing on top of the retaining wall would be approximately eight (8) to twelve (12) feet.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions of Mr. Larson.
Mr. Larson and the Commission discussed traffic flow entering and exiting the property in question off of Chalet Drive.
The Commission and Mr. Larson discussed not covering the east and west sides of the proposed building, as well as, the visibility of the building from the east and west from Chalet Drive.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions of the applicant. There being no response, she asked the Commission if there was any questions or comments for case Z-1263-13. Hearing no response, Chairperson May closed the public hearing and asked the Commission if there was any additional discussion.
Commissioner Jones stated that he liked the concept of the outdoor storage, but all businesses in the industrial zoned area should be given the same opportunity to come up with a similar concept to address outdoor storage. He also said that the Planning & Zoning Commission should review the Zoning Ordinance regulations for outdoor storage in the industrial areas of the city and until the Zoning Ordinance has been reviewed he does not think recommending approval on case Z-1263-13 to City Council should be considered at this time.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there was any other discussion.
Vice Chairperson Chambers asked Mr. Larson about the proposed outdoor storage facility being made without walls, because the length of the material to be storage would be possible to maneuver in an enclosed space.
Mr. Larson informed the Commission that without the proposed outdoor storage facility is would be impossible for DW Distribution to complete the project in DeSoto.
Commissioner McDonald stated that he shared the same concerns as Commissioner Jones about reviewing the Zoning Ordinance regulations for outdoor storage in the industrial zoned areas.
Commissioner Robertson stated he does not have a problem with the proposed outdoor storage facility.
Motion to Approve to approve case Z-1263-13; a request to amend Planned Development 110 (PD-110) to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater in height than eight (8) feet. Moved by Commissioner John Robertson, seconded by Vice Chairperson Dwight Chambers.
Vote to Approve to approve case Z-1263-13; a request to amend Planned Development 110 (PD-110) to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater in height than eight (8) feet. (Approved)
Ayes: May, Chambers, McDonald, Hayes, Robertson
Nays: Jones
Commissioner McDonald recommended the discussion of outdoor storage in the Industrial zoned area at the next Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
G. REGULAR AGENDA:
(4) Consider Case P-302-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1C out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. The property in question consists of 24.161 acres and is located north of Belt Line Road and east of Duncanville Road. The applicant is Christi Brownlow/ Forestar.
P&Z Management Report for Case P-302-13
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case P-302-13.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Robertson asked Mr. Vatthauer if there was any changes to lot sizes on the plat.
Mr. Vatthauer informed the Commission that there was changes in lot size from the Planned Development to the plat, but there was no changes from the previously approved preliminary plat.
Commissioner McDonald asked Mr. Vatthauer if the stub out on the north of Shadow Creek Drive would lead somewhere in the future.
Mr. Vatthauer stated that the stub out on the north end of Shadow Creek Drive would possibly be developed out in the future.
The Commission discussion the history of the proposed lot size for Phase 1C, as well as, the minimum dwelling unit size in Phase 1C.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions of staff. Here no response, she asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Ms. Christi Brownlow, of 4175 Preston Road, Suite 710, Dallas, representing the Forestar Real Estate Group came forward to address the Commission. She provide the Commission about the history of the proposed preliminary plat for Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1C & 1D. She informed the Commission that the grading and some of the utilities have been added.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions for Ms. Brownlow. There being no response, she asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve case P-302-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1C out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. Moved by Commissioner Reginald Jones, seconded by Commissioner Scott McDonald.
Vote to Approve to Approve case P-302-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1C out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. (Approved)
Ayes: Chambers, Jones, May, McDonald, Hayes, Robertson
Nays: None
(5) Consider Case P-303-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1D out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. The property in question consists of 8.457 acres and is located north of Belt Line Road and east of Duncanville Road. The applicant is Christi Brownlow/ Forestar.
P&Z Management Report for Case P-303-13
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case P-303-13.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions of staff or for the applicant. Hearing no response, she asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve case P-303-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1D out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. Moved by Commissioner Reginald Jones, seconded by Commissioner John Robertson.
Vote to Approve to Approve case P-303-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1D out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. (Approved)
Ayes: Chambers, Jones, May, McDonald, Hayes, Robertson
Nays: None
H. ADJOURNMENT.
Being there was no other business; Chairperson May asked the Commission for a motion to adjourn the Planning & Zoning Commission on Tuesday, July 23, 2013.
Motion to Approve to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2013. Moved by Commissioner Scott McDonald, seconded by Vice Chairperson Dwight Chambers.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2013. (Approved)
Ayes: Chambers, May, Robertson, Hayes, McDonald, Jones
Nays: None
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Roll call (9 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)
A. WORK SESSION AGENDA:
(1) Discuss agenda items.
B. AGENDA
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
D. CALL TO ORDER.
Chairperson May called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM and noted for the record that six (6) Commissioners were present.
E. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
(2) Approval of the Minutes for the Regular meeting on July 9, 2013.
DRAFT P&Z COMMISSION MINUTES FOR JULY 9, 2013
Motion to Approve to Approve the Minutes for the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on July 9, 2013 with modifications. Moved by Commissioner Scott McDonald, seconded by Commissioner John Robertson.
Vote to Approve to Approve the Minutes for the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on July 9, 2013 with modifications. (Approved)
Ayes: Chambers, Hayes, McDonald, May, Jones, Robertson
Nays: None
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
(3) Consider Case Z-1263-13; a request to amend Planned Development 110 (PD-110) having a legal description of Lot 1A, Block A, Eagle Park East. This proposed amendment would allow outdoor storage, some metal facades, and screening walls greater in height than eight (8) feet. The property in question consists of approximately 1 lot and 21.06 acres and is located at 1200 East Centre Park Boulevard. The applicant is David A. Larson.
P&Z Management Report for Case Z-1263-13
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case Z-1263-13.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions of staff.
The Commission and staff discussed the height of the proposed structure at its tallest point to grade, as well as the height of any existing structures on the site.
Commissioner Chambers asked Mr. Vatthauer to clarify the requirement of no outdoor storage in the area considered to be the front in both Light Industrial (LI) and Industrial (I) zoning districts.
Mr. Vatthauer informed the Commission that outdoor storage is not allowed in the area considered to be the front yard in both Light Industrial (LI) and Industrial (I) zoning districts.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions of staff. Here no response, she opened the public hearing and asked the applicant to come forward.
Mr. David Larson, of 1200 Centre Park Boulevard, representing DW Distribution, came forward to address the Commission. He told the Commission he was available to answer questions.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions for Mr. Larson.
The Commission and Mr. Larson discussed the type of material proposed for storage covering, as well as, the screening wall surrounding portions of the proposed storage coverage.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions for Mr. Larson.
Commissioner Chambers asked Mr. Larson about the type of proposed screening for the perimeter of the property.
Mr. Larson explained that the screening wall for the bottom up would consist of concrete tilt wall, except for the tall retaining wall on the east side which cannot structurally support additional masonry. He further explained that the east side screen would consist of black chainlink fencing with live screening to cover the chainlink fencing.
Commissioner McDonald asked Mr. Larson about the height of the proposed black chainlink fencing on top of the retaining wall.
Mr. Larson informed the Commission that the height of the proposed chainlink fencing on top of the retaining wall would be approximately eight (8) to twelve (12) feet.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions of Mr. Larson.
Mr. Larson and the Commission discussed traffic flow entering and exiting the property in question off of Chalet Drive.
The Commission and Mr. Larson discussed not covering the east and west sides of the proposed building, as well as, the visibility of the building from the east and west from Chalet Drive.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions of the applicant. There being no response, she asked the Commission if there was any questions or comments for case Z-1263-13. Hearing no response, Chairperson May closed the public hearing and asked the Commission if there was any additional discussion.
Commissioner Jones stated that he liked the concept of the outdoor storage, but all businesses in the industrial zoned area should be given the same opportunity to come up with a similar concept to address outdoor storage. He also said that the Planning & Zoning Commission should review the Zoning Ordinance regulations for outdoor storage in the industrial areas of the city and until the Zoning Ordinance has been reviewed he does not think recommending approval on case Z-1263-13 to City Council should be considered at this time.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there was any other discussion.
Vice Chairperson Chambers asked Mr. Larson about the proposed outdoor storage facility being made without walls, because the length of the material to be storage would be possible to maneuver in an enclosed space.
Mr. Larson informed the Commission that without the proposed outdoor storage facility is would be impossible for DW Distribution to complete the project in DeSoto.
Commissioner McDonald stated that he shared the same concerns as Commissioner Jones about reviewing the Zoning Ordinance regulations for outdoor storage in the industrial zoned areas.
Commissioner Robertson stated he does not have a problem with the proposed outdoor storage facility.
Motion to Approve to approve case Z-1263-13; a request to amend Planned Development 110 (PD-110) to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater in height than eight (8) feet. Moved by Commissioner John Robertson, seconded by Vice Chairperson Dwight Chambers.
Vote to Approve to approve case Z-1263-13; a request to amend Planned Development 110 (PD-110) to allow outdoor storage, some metal facades and screening walls greater in height than eight (8) feet. (Approved)
Ayes: May, Chambers, McDonald, Hayes, Robertson
Nays: Jones
Commissioner McDonald recommended the discussion of outdoor storage in the Industrial zoned area at the next Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
G. REGULAR AGENDA:
(4) Consider Case P-302-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1C out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. The property in question consists of 24.161 acres and is located north of Belt Line Road and east of Duncanville Road. The applicant is Christi Brownlow/ Forestar.
P&Z Management Report for Case P-302-13
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case P-302-13.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Robertson asked Mr. Vatthauer if there was any changes to lot sizes on the plat.
Mr. Vatthauer informed the Commission that there was changes in lot size from the Planned Development to the plat, but there was no changes from the previously approved preliminary plat.
Commissioner McDonald asked Mr. Vatthauer if the stub out on the north of Shadow Creek Drive would lead somewhere in the future.
Mr. Vatthauer stated that the stub out on the north end of Shadow Creek Drive would possibly be developed out in the future.
The Commission discussion the history of the proposed lot size for Phase 1C, as well as, the minimum dwelling unit size in Phase 1C.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions of staff. Here no response, she asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Ms. Christi Brownlow, of 4175 Preston Road, Suite 710, Dallas, representing the Forestar Real Estate Group came forward to address the Commission. She provide the Commission about the history of the proposed preliminary plat for Stillwater Canyon, Phase 1C & 1D. She informed the Commission that the grading and some of the utilities have been added.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions for Ms. Brownlow. There being no response, she asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve case P-302-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1C out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. Moved by Commissioner Reginald Jones, seconded by Commissioner Scott McDonald.
Vote to Approve to Approve case P-302-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1C out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. (Approved)
Ayes: Chambers, Jones, May, McDonald, Hayes, Robertson
Nays: None
(5) Consider Case P-303-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1D out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. The property in question consists of 8.457 acres and is located north of Belt Line Road and east of Duncanville Road. The applicant is Christi Brownlow/ Forestar.
P&Z Management Report for Case P-303-13
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case P-303-13.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any questions of staff or for the applicant. Hearing no response, she asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve case P-303-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1D out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. Moved by Commissioner Reginald Jones, seconded by Commissioner John Robertson.
Vote to Approve to Approve case P-303-13; a Preliminary Plat of Stillwater Canyon Phase 1D out of the Michael James Survey, Abstract No. 710. (Approved)
Ayes: Chambers, Jones, May, McDonald, Hayes, Robertson
Nays: None
H. ADJOURNMENT.
Being there was no other business; Chairperson May asked the Commission for a motion to adjourn the Planning & Zoning Commission on Tuesday, July 23, 2013.
Motion to Approve to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2013. Moved by Commissioner Scott McDonald, seconded by Vice Chairperson Dwight Chambers.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2013. (Approved)
Ayes: Chambers, May, Robertson, Hayes, McDonald, Jones
Nays: None
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