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Roll Call: 9 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
A. WORK SESSION AGENDA:
(1) Discussed agenda items.
(2) Appointed two Planning & Zoning Commissioners (Commissioner Hooper and Commissioner West) to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee.
(3) Discussed Planning & Zoning Commissioners availability to meet with City Council regarding Mixed Use (MU) districts.
(4) Discussed City Council's proposal for improvements to residential facades.
B. AGENDA
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
D. CALL TO ORDER.
Chairperson May called the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting to order at 7:00 PM and noted for the record that six (6) Commissioners were present.
E. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
(5) Approval of the Minutes for the regular meeting on February 25, 2014.
P&Z Minutes for February 25, 2014
Motion to Approve to Approve the minutes for the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 with modifications. Moved by Vice Chairperson Thomas North, seconded by Commissioner Royce West II.
Vote to Approve to Approve the minutes for the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 with modifications. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
(6) Consider Case Z-1279-14; a request to amend Silver Creek Meadows Planned Development (PD-93). This amendment would allow the trail system to run between Lots 12 & 13, Block B, rather than the trail system run behind Lots 11 & 12, Block B. In addition, the trail system on the north side of Lots 1-10, Block B shall either be removed or decreased in size. The applicant is City of DeSoto.
P&Z Management Report for Case Z-1279-14
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, asked Mr. Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services, to present the management report for case Z-1279-14.
Mr. Johnson presented the management report for case Z-1279-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Campbell asked Mr. Johnson if staff received an opposition letter from the homeowner of Lot 13, Block B on Creekview Court.
Mr. Johnson informed the Commission that he was not certain if the homeowner of Lot 13 submitted an opposition letter regarding the proposed trail system running between Lots 12 & 13, Block B.
Vice Chairperson North explained since the developer will gain two usable lots from moving the trail system between Lots 12 & 13, maybe the Planning & Zoning should recommend increasing the developer's financial responsibility in exchange for this proposed change.
Mr. Johnson stated he would be willing to forward the recommendation to the developer. He also informed the Commission that Lots 11 & 12, Block B, already exist and the city has imposed a building moratorium on these lots until the issues surrounding the trail system have been addressed.
The Commission and staff discussed the proposed amendments to Silver Creek Meadows Planned Development 93 (PD-93).
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any other questions or comments for staff. There being no response, she opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to address the Commission either in favor of or in opposition to case Z-1279-14.
Mr. Anthony Williams, of 620 Buelwood Court, came forward to address the Commission in opposition to the proposed request. He expressed his concerns about the proposed amendment to remove the trail system from Lots 1-10, Block B. Mr. Williams suggested the trail system run behind Lots 1-10, along the creek, because of traffic concerns on Silver Creek Drive.
Ms. Stephanie Bauers, of 504 Creekview Court, came forward to speak in opposition to case Z-1279-14. She informed the Commission that she was strongly opposed to recommended changes to the trail system. She also recommended ending the trail system at the southeast corner of Silver Creek Drive and Creekview Court.
Mr. Ray Brooks, of 505 Creekview Court, spoke in opposition to the proposed amendment to relocate the trail system between Lots 12 & 13, as opposed to the existing location of the trail on Lots 11 & 12.
Ms. Renee Hardy, of 904 Silver Creek Drive, came forward to address the Commission in opposition to case Z-1279-14. She informed the Commission that the developer has not delivered on many of the promised plans for the community. Ms. Hardy also mentioned the traffic and safety issues associated with Silver Creek Meadows.
Mr. Ed Brock, of 426 Fountain Park, Euless, representing the Skorburg Company on behalf of Silver Creek Limited Partnership, spoke in favor of case Z-1279-14. He informed the Commission that Skorburg Company would like to come up with solutions to resolve the trail system issues in Silver Creek Meadows.
Commissioner Hooper asked Mr. Brock to enlighten the Commission on the solutions Skorburg Company has come up with to address the trail system issues.
Mr. Brock stated Skorburg initially considered relocating the utility boxes, but there was a hefty cost attached. He also informed the Commission of another option to decrease the size and also meander the trail system in front of Lots 1-10.
Vice Chairperson North asked Mr. Brock if there were any renderings for the Commission to view to the effect of this proposed option.
Mr. Brock explained that renderings were not available for the Planning & Zoning Commission to view.
Mr. Brock, staff and the Commission discussed the size of the trail, as well as the different options to rectify the issues associated with the trail in front of Lots 1-10.
Commissioner West asked if the property owners of Silver Creek Meadows would prefer to walk in the street to save the aesthetics of the neighborhood, as opposed to having the trail system in the front of Lots 1-10.
Ms. Julie Dorsher, Assistant City Attorney, asked if one or two property owners would come forward to address the question posed by Commissioner West.
Mr. James Gibson, of 601 Clubwood Court, came forward to address the Commission. He expressed his concerns about the exclusion of the residents of Silver Creek Meadows from the discussion on how best to resolve the trail system issues. Mr. Gibson explained to the Commission that the extension of the trail system in front of Lots 1-10 would depreciate the value of the neighborhood and the proposed eight (8) foot walk way would not stop people, including school children, from walking in the street. He also stated the residents would prefer the portion of trail system along Silver Creek Drive be removed.
Mr. Gibson and the Commission discussed pedestrian safety concerns.
Chairperson May asked if there was anyone else in the audience who wished to address the Commission.
Mr. Mel Hanson, of 620 Norwood Court, came forward to speak. He informed the Commission that he was inquiring about other issues surrounding Silver Creek Meadows subdivision. He also mentioned that the sidewalk along Silver Creek Drive would not be beneficial to the neighborhood.
Commissioner Terrence asked Mr. Vatthauer if there were plans for sidewalks throughout the subdivision.
Mr. Vatthauer informed the Commission that sidewalks were not planned for the entire subdivision, but sidewalks were designated in specific areas as a part of the trail system.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions or comments.
Mr. Williams spoke again regarding his concerns for the proposed amendment.
Commissioner Campbell asked Mr. Williams if the property owners were informed of the trail system extending along Silver Creek Drive.
Mr. Williams told the Commission that most property owners were not aware of the trail system fronting Lots 1-10 along Silver Creek Drive.
Ms. Bauer also came forward to address the Commission again. She told the Commission she was not informed about plans to extend the trail system running in front of Lots 1-10.
The Commission, staff and Mr. Brock discussed leaving the trail system behind Lots 11 & 12, Block B, and removing or decreasing the size of the trail system on the north side of Lots 1-10, Block B.
Chairperson May asked if anyone else wished to address the Commission either in favor of or in opposition to case Z-1279-14. Hearing no response, she closed the public hearing and asked the Commissioners if there was any additional discussion.
The Commission and staff discussed the options to leave the trail system behind Lots 11 & 12, Block B, and also remove the trail system on the north side of Lots 1-10, Block B.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there was any additional discussion. There being no response, she asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve case Z-1279-14; a request to amend Silver Creek Meadows Planned Development (PD-93). Moved by Vice Chairperson Thomas North, seconded by Commissioner Terrence Campbell.
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved case Z-1279-14 with the following stipulations:
(1) Remove the requirement for an eight (8) foot wide trail in front of Lots 1-10 of Block B.
(2) Allow the existing trail on Lots 11 & 12 of Block B, just south of the cul-de-sac on Creekview Wood Court, to remain as is.
Vote to Approve to Approve case Z-1279-14; a request to amend Silver Creek Meadows Planned Development (PD-93). (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA:
(7) Consider Case FP-1079-14; a Final Plat of Hampton Meadows, Phase 2A, located east of Hampton Road and north of the city limits. The property in question consists of 10.09 acres and 38 lots. The applicant is Randy Lockhart.
P&Z Management Report for Case FP-1079-14
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case FP-1079-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there was any discussion. There being no response, she asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Mr. Randy Lockhart, of 1212 3rd Street, Granbury, came forward to address the Commission. He informed the Commission that he was available to answer questions from the Commission.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions for Mr. Lockhart. Hearing no response, she asked the Commissioners if there was any discussion or comments regarding case FP-1079-14. There being no response, she asked the Commissioners for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve case FP-1079-14; a Final Plat of Hampton Meadows, Phase 2A. Moved by Vice Chairperson Thomas North, seconded by Commissioner Russell Hooper.
Vote to Approve to Approve case FP-1079-14; a Final Plat of Hampton Meadows, Phase 2A. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
H. ADJOURNMENT.
Being there was no other business; Chairperson May asked the Commissioners for a motion to adjourn the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2014.
Motion to Approve to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on March 25, 2014. Moved by Commissioner Terrence Campbell, seconded by Commissioner Royce West II.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on March 25, 2014. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
Mar 25, 2014 Planning and Zoning Meeting
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Roll Call: 9 members present, 0 members absent, 0 members excused.
A. WORK SESSION AGENDA:
(1) Discussed agenda items.
(2) Appointed two Planning & Zoning Commissioners (Commissioner Hooper and Commissioner West) to the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee.
(3) Discussed Planning & Zoning Commissioners availability to meet with City Council regarding Mixed Use (MU) districts.
(4) Discussed City Council's proposal for improvements to residential facades.
B. AGENDA
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
D. CALL TO ORDER.
Chairperson May called the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting to order at 7:00 PM and noted for the record that six (6) Commissioners were present.
E. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
(5) Approval of the Minutes for the regular meeting on February 25, 2014.
P&Z Minutes for February 25, 2014
Motion to Approve to Approve the minutes for the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 with modifications. Moved by Vice Chairperson Thomas North, seconded by Commissioner Royce West II.
Vote to Approve to Approve the minutes for the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 with modifications. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
(6) Consider Case Z-1279-14; a request to amend Silver Creek Meadows Planned Development (PD-93). This amendment would allow the trail system to run between Lots 12 & 13, Block B, rather than the trail system run behind Lots 11 & 12, Block B. In addition, the trail system on the north side of Lots 1-10, Block B shall either be removed or decreased in size. The applicant is City of DeSoto.
P&Z Management Report for Case Z-1279-14
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, asked Mr. Tom Johnson, Managing Director of Development Services, to present the management report for case Z-1279-14.
Mr. Johnson presented the management report for case Z-1279-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Campbell asked Mr. Johnson if staff received an opposition letter from the homeowner of Lot 13, Block B on Creekview Court.
Mr. Johnson informed the Commission that he was not certain if the homeowner of Lot 13 submitted an opposition letter regarding the proposed trail system running between Lots 12 & 13, Block B.
Vice Chairperson North explained since the developer will gain two usable lots from moving the trail system between Lots 12 & 13, maybe the Planning & Zoning should recommend increasing the developer's financial responsibility in exchange for this proposed change.
Mr. Johnson stated he would be willing to forward the recommendation to the developer. He also informed the Commission that Lots 11 & 12, Block B, already exist and the city has imposed a building moratorium on these lots until the issues surrounding the trail system have been addressed.
The Commission and staff discussed the proposed amendments to Silver Creek Meadows Planned Development 93 (PD-93).
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any other questions or comments for staff. There being no response, she opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to address the Commission either in favor of or in opposition to case Z-1279-14.
Mr. Anthony Williams, of 620 Buelwood Court, came forward to address the Commission in opposition to the proposed request. He expressed his concerns about the proposed amendment to remove the trail system from Lots 1-10, Block B. Mr. Williams suggested the trail system run behind Lots 1-10, along the creek, because of traffic concerns on Silver Creek Drive.
Ms. Stephanie Bauers, of 504 Creekview Court, came forward to speak in opposition to case Z-1279-14. She informed the Commission that she was strongly opposed to recommended changes to the trail system. She also recommended ending the trail system at the southeast corner of Silver Creek Drive and Creekview Court.
Mr. Ray Brooks, of 505 Creekview Court, spoke in opposition to the proposed amendment to relocate the trail system between Lots 12 & 13, as opposed to the existing location of the trail on Lots 11 & 12.
Ms. Renee Hardy, of 904 Silver Creek Drive, came forward to address the Commission in opposition to case Z-1279-14. She informed the Commission that the developer has not delivered on many of the promised plans for the community. Ms. Hardy also mentioned the traffic and safety issues associated with Silver Creek Meadows.
Mr. Ed Brock, of 426 Fountain Park, Euless, representing the Skorburg Company on behalf of Silver Creek Limited Partnership, spoke in favor of case Z-1279-14. He informed the Commission that Skorburg Company would like to come up with solutions to resolve the trail system issues in Silver Creek Meadows.
Commissioner Hooper asked Mr. Brock to enlighten the Commission on the solutions Skorburg Company has come up with to address the trail system issues.
Mr. Brock stated Skorburg initially considered relocating the utility boxes, but there was a hefty cost attached. He also informed the Commission of another option to decrease the size and also meander the trail system in front of Lots 1-10.
Vice Chairperson North asked Mr. Brock if there were any renderings for the Commission to view to the effect of this proposed option.
Mr. Brock explained that renderings were not available for the Planning & Zoning Commission to view.
Mr. Brock, staff and the Commission discussed the size of the trail, as well as the different options to rectify the issues associated with the trail in front of Lots 1-10.
Commissioner West asked if the property owners of Silver Creek Meadows would prefer to walk in the street to save the aesthetics of the neighborhood, as opposed to having the trail system in the front of Lots 1-10.
Ms. Julie Dorsher, Assistant City Attorney, asked if one or two property owners would come forward to address the question posed by Commissioner West.
Mr. James Gibson, of 601 Clubwood Court, came forward to address the Commission. He expressed his concerns about the exclusion of the residents of Silver Creek Meadows from the discussion on how best to resolve the trail system issues. Mr. Gibson explained to the Commission that the extension of the trail system in front of Lots 1-10 would depreciate the value of the neighborhood and the proposed eight (8) foot walk way would not stop people, including school children, from walking in the street. He also stated the residents would prefer the portion of trail system along Silver Creek Drive be removed.
Mr. Gibson and the Commission discussed pedestrian safety concerns.
Chairperson May asked if there was anyone else in the audience who wished to address the Commission.
Mr. Mel Hanson, of 620 Norwood Court, came forward to speak. He informed the Commission that he was inquiring about other issues surrounding Silver Creek Meadows subdivision. He also mentioned that the sidewalk along Silver Creek Drive would not be beneficial to the neighborhood.
Commissioner Terrence asked Mr. Vatthauer if there were plans for sidewalks throughout the subdivision.
Mr. Vatthauer informed the Commission that sidewalks were not planned for the entire subdivision, but sidewalks were designated in specific areas as a part of the trail system.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there were any other questions or comments.
Mr. Williams spoke again regarding his concerns for the proposed amendment.
Commissioner Campbell asked Mr. Williams if the property owners were informed of the trail system extending along Silver Creek Drive.
Mr. Williams told the Commission that most property owners were not aware of the trail system fronting Lots 1-10 along Silver Creek Drive.
Ms. Bauer also came forward to address the Commission again. She told the Commission she was not informed about plans to extend the trail system running in front of Lots 1-10.
The Commission, staff and Mr. Brock discussed leaving the trail system behind Lots 11 & 12, Block B, and removing or decreasing the size of the trail system on the north side of Lots 1-10, Block B.
Chairperson May asked if anyone else wished to address the Commission either in favor of or in opposition to case Z-1279-14. Hearing no response, she closed the public hearing and asked the Commissioners if there was any additional discussion.
The Commission and staff discussed the options to leave the trail system behind Lots 11 & 12, Block B, and also remove the trail system on the north side of Lots 1-10, Block B.
Chairperson May asked the Commission if there was any additional discussion. There being no response, she asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve case Z-1279-14; a request to amend Silver Creek Meadows Planned Development (PD-93). Moved by Vice Chairperson Thomas North, seconded by Commissioner Terrence Campbell.
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved case Z-1279-14 with the following stipulations:
(1) Remove the requirement for an eight (8) foot wide trail in front of Lots 1-10 of Block B.
(2) Allow the existing trail on Lots 11 & 12 of Block B, just south of the cul-de-sac on Creekview Wood Court, to remain as is.
Vote to Approve to Approve case Z-1279-14; a request to amend Silver Creek Meadows Planned Development (PD-93). (Approved)
G. REGULAR AGENDA:
(7) Consider Case FP-1079-14; a Final Plat of Hampton Meadows, Phase 2A, located east of Hampton Road and north of the city limits. The property in question consists of 10.09 acres and 38 lots. The applicant is Randy Lockhart.
P&Z Management Report for Case FP-1079-14
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case FP-1079-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there was any discussion. There being no response, she asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Mr. Randy Lockhart, of 1212 3rd Street, Granbury, came forward to address the Commission. He informed the Commission that he was available to answer questions from the Commission.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions for Mr. Lockhart. Hearing no response, she asked the Commissioners if there was any discussion or comments regarding case FP-1079-14. There being no response, she asked the Commissioners for a motion.
Motion to Approve to Approve case FP-1079-14; a Final Plat of Hampton Meadows, Phase 2A. Moved by Vice Chairperson Thomas North, seconded by Commissioner Russell Hooper.
Vote to Approve to Approve case FP-1079-14; a Final Plat of Hampton Meadows, Phase 2A. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
H. ADJOURNMENT.
Being there was no other business; Chairperson May asked the Commissioners for a motion to adjourn the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2014.
Motion to Approve to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on March 25, 2014. Moved by Commissioner Terrence Campbell, seconded by Commissioner Royce West II.
Vote to Approve to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on March 25, 2014. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
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