Video index
Roll Call: 9 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
A. WORK SESSION AGENDA:
(1) Discuss agenda items.
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:
(2) Approval of the Minutes for the Regular meeting on March 25, 2014.
(3) Approval of the Minutes for the Regular meeting on April 8, 2014.
Motion to Approve to approve the Minutes for the Regular meetings on March 25, 2014 and April 8, 2014 with minor modifications. Moved by Commissioner Vicki Hayes, seconded by Vice Chairperson Thomas North.
Vote to Approve to approve the Minutes for the Regular meetings on March 25, 2014 and April 8, 2014 with minor modifications. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
Absent: Lee
Chairperson May announced a change in the order of scheduled agenda items. The cases would be heard in the following order: (5) Case P-305-14; a Preliminary Plat of Kentsdale Farm, Phase II and (4) Case Z-1281-14; an amendment to Desoto Town Center Planned Development (PD-130).
G. REGULAR AGENDA:
(5) Consider Case P-305-14; a Preliminary Plat of Kentsdale Farm, Phase II, located south of Parkerville Road and east of Cockrell Hill Road. The property in question consists of 24.8 acres and 67 lots. The applicant is Mike Gavin/ Bloomfield Homes.
Planning & Zoning Management Report for case P-305-14
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case P-305-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions of staff. There being no response, she asked the Commissioners for a motion.
Motion to Approve to approve case P-305-14; a Preliminary Plat of Kentsdale Farm, Phase II. Moved by Commissioner Vicki Hayes, seconded by Commissioner Russell Hooper.
Vote to Approve to approve case P-305-14; a Preliminary Plat of Kentsdale Farm, Phase II. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
Absent: Lee
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
(4) Consider Case Z-1281-14; an amendment to DeSoto Town Center Planned Development (PD-130). This amendment would change the designated use for the first floor of building two from general retail (GR) to office/residential use (live/work units). The property in question is located north of Pleasant Run Road and east of Hampton Road on approximately 0.2457 acres. The applicant is Chaucer Chen.
Planning & Zoning Management Report for case Z-1281-14
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case Z-1281-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions of staff. Hearing no response, she asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Mr. Chaucer Chen, of 949 Simon Drive, Plano, informed the Commission that he did not have any information to add to Mr. Vatthauer's presentation on case Z-1281-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions or discussion. There being no response, she opened the public hearing at 7:08 PM 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-1281-14. Hearing no response, she closed the public hearing at 7:09 PM and asked the Commission if there was any discussion, comments or questions.
Vice Chairperson North asked Mr. Chen about the proposed expansion of the first floor of building two into the covered walkway, as well as approximately five feet into the walkway in front of the parking spaces.
Mr. Chen came forward to address the Commission. He explained that the proposal to expand the first floor area is due to the loss in unit space as a result of the lobby/elevator area. Mr. Chen also told the Commission that the proposed amendment would create a more upscale living environment which includes some masonry finish.
Vice Chairperson North asked if the proposed request to expand the first floor living units could be scaled back to include smaller upscale units. He also stated that the sidewalks and existing landscaping are appealing features that could be incorporated into the proposed planned development amendment.
Mr. Chen, staff and the Commission discussed alternative ways to expanded the first floor area to create a comfortable upscale environment without encroaching into the existing sidewalk area or the neighboring lot.
Commissioner Hooper asked Mr. Chen if he was the owner of the property in question.
Mr. Chen informed the Commission that he was not the owner of the property in question, just the designer of the proposed building changes.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any additional questions or comments for Mr. Chen.
Commissioner Campbell expressed his concerns about eliminating the work environment (additional general retail space) to create more space for residential units within PD-130.
The Commission and staff discussed the proposed use of live/work residential units on the first floor of building two, as well as how these additional residential units would impact the entire planned development.
Chairperson May expressed her concerns about handicap parking being a considerable distance from the entrance of building two. She explained that handicap parking should be located closer to the building to help those with mobility difficulties easier access to the building entrance.
Vice Chairperson North informed the Commissioners that he agreed with Chairperson May's comment about moving the handicap parking closer to the entrance of building two. He also mentioned that he would be opposed to the proposal of expanding the square footage of the first floor living units and removing the sidewalks and existing landscaping, in addition to encroaching onto the city owned lot surrounding building two.
Commissioner Campbell informed the Commissioners that an opportunity for future general retail use would be eliminated with the approval to change the first floor designated use from general retail to live/work residential units.
Chairperson May informed the Commissioners that the landlord and property owner have tried extensively, with no success, to bring businesses to the subject site.
The Commission discussed the limited appeal to attract general retail businesses to the subject site, as well as whether or not the proposed change from general retail zoning to live/work residential zoning would be the highest and best use for building two of PD-130.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any other comments, questions or discussion. There being no response, she asked the Commissioners for a motion.
Motion to Approve to approve an amendment to Desoto Town Center Planned Development (PD-130). Moved by Vice Chairperson Thomas North, seconded by Commissioner Royce West II.
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved case Z-1281-14 with the following stipulations:
(1) The building shall not be allowed to expand beyond the existing foot print.
(2) Two (2) handicapped parking spaces shall be moved to the north end of the existing row of parking.
Vote to Approve to approve an amendment to Desoto Town Center Planned Development (PD-130). (Approved)
Ayes: Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: Campbell
Absent: Lee
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, April 22, 2014.
Motion to Adjourn to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on April 22, 2014. Moved by Commissioner Royce West II, seconded by Vice Chairperson Thomas North.
Vote to Adjourn to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on April 22, 2014. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
Absent: Lee
Apr 22, 2014 Planning and Zoning Meeting
Full agenda
Share this video
Video Index
Full agenda
Share
Roll Call: 9 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
A. WORK SESSION AGENDA:
(1) Discuss agenda items.
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:
(2) Approval of the Minutes for the Regular meeting on March 25, 2014.
(3) Approval of the Minutes for the Regular meeting on April 8, 2014.
Motion to Approve to approve the Minutes for the Regular meetings on March 25, 2014 and April 8, 2014 with minor modifications. Moved by Commissioner Vicki Hayes, seconded by Vice Chairperson Thomas North.
Vote to Approve to approve the Minutes for the Regular meetings on March 25, 2014 and April 8, 2014 with minor modifications. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
Absent: Lee
Chairperson May announced a change in the order of scheduled agenda items. The cases would be heard in the following order: (5) Case P-305-14; a Preliminary Plat of Kentsdale Farm, Phase II and (4) Case Z-1281-14; an amendment to Desoto Town Center Planned Development (PD-130).
G. REGULAR AGENDA:
(5) Consider Case P-305-14; a Preliminary Plat of Kentsdale Farm, Phase II, located south of Parkerville Road and east of Cockrell Hill Road. The property in question consists of 24.8 acres and 67 lots. The applicant is Mike Gavin/ Bloomfield Homes.
Planning & Zoning Management Report for case P-305-14
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case P-305-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions of staff. There being no response, she asked the Commissioners for a motion.
Motion to Approve to approve case P-305-14; a Preliminary Plat of Kentsdale Farm, Phase II. Moved by Commissioner Vicki Hayes, seconded by Commissioner Russell Hooper.
Vote to Approve to approve case P-305-14; a Preliminary Plat of Kentsdale Farm, Phase II. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
Absent: Lee
F. PUBLIC HEARING:
(4) Consider Case Z-1281-14; an amendment to DeSoto Town Center Planned Development (PD-130). This amendment would change the designated use for the first floor of building two from general retail (GR) to office/residential use (live/work units). The property in question is located north of Pleasant Run Road and east of Hampton Road on approximately 0.2457 acres. The applicant is Chaucer Chen.
Planning & Zoning Management Report for case Z-1281-14
Mr. Edlyn Vatthauer, Planning Manager, presented the management report for case Z-1281-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions of staff. Hearing no response, she asked the applicant to come forward to address the Commission.
Mr. Chaucer Chen, of 949 Simon Drive, Plano, informed the Commission that he did not have any information to add to Mr. Vatthauer's presentation on case Z-1281-14.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any questions or discussion. There being no response, she opened the public hearing at 7:08 PM 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-1281-14. Hearing no response, she closed the public hearing at 7:09 PM and asked the Commission if there was any discussion, comments or questions.
Vice Chairperson North asked Mr. Chen about the proposed expansion of the first floor of building two into the covered walkway, as well as approximately five feet into the walkway in front of the parking spaces.
Mr. Chen came forward to address the Commission. He explained that the proposal to expand the first floor area is due to the loss in unit space as a result of the lobby/elevator area. Mr. Chen also told the Commission that the proposed amendment would create a more upscale living environment which includes some masonry finish.
Vice Chairperson North asked if the proposed request to expand the first floor living units could be scaled back to include smaller upscale units. He also stated that the sidewalks and existing landscaping are appealing features that could be incorporated into the proposed planned development amendment.
Mr. Chen, staff and the Commission discussed alternative ways to expanded the first floor area to create a comfortable upscale environment without encroaching into the existing sidewalk area or the neighboring lot.
Commissioner Hooper asked Mr. Chen if he was the owner of the property in question.
Mr. Chen informed the Commission that he was not the owner of the property in question, just the designer of the proposed building changes.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any additional questions or comments for Mr. Chen.
Commissioner Campbell expressed his concerns about eliminating the work environment (additional general retail space) to create more space for residential units within PD-130.
The Commission and staff discussed the proposed use of live/work residential units on the first floor of building two, as well as how these additional residential units would impact the entire planned development.
Chairperson May expressed her concerns about handicap parking being a considerable distance from the entrance of building two. She explained that handicap parking should be located closer to the building to help those with mobility difficulties easier access to the building entrance.
Vice Chairperson North informed the Commissioners that he agreed with Chairperson May's comment about moving the handicap parking closer to the entrance of building two. He also mentioned that he would be opposed to the proposal of expanding the square footage of the first floor living units and removing the sidewalks and existing landscaping, in addition to encroaching onto the city owned lot surrounding building two.
Commissioner Campbell informed the Commissioners that an opportunity for future general retail use would be eliminated with the approval to change the first floor designated use from general retail to live/work residential units.
Chairperson May informed the Commissioners that the landlord and property owner have tried extensively, with no success, to bring businesses to the subject site.
The Commission discussed the limited appeal to attract general retail businesses to the subject site, as well as whether or not the proposed change from general retail zoning to live/work residential zoning would be the highest and best use for building two of PD-130.
Chairperson May asked the Commissioners if there were any other comments, questions or discussion. There being no response, she asked the Commissioners for a motion.
Motion to Approve to approve an amendment to Desoto Town Center Planned Development (PD-130). Moved by Vice Chairperson Thomas North, seconded by Commissioner Royce West II.
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved case Z-1281-14 with the following stipulations:
(1) The building shall not be allowed to expand beyond the existing foot print.
(2) Two (2) handicapped parking spaces shall be moved to the north end of the existing row of parking.
Vote to Approve to approve an amendment to Desoto Town Center Planned Development (PD-130). (Approved)
Ayes: Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: Campbell
Absent: Lee
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, April 22, 2014.
Motion to Adjourn to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on April 22, 2014. Moved by Commissioner Royce West II, seconded by Vice Chairperson Thomas North.
Vote to Adjourn to adjourn the regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on April 22, 2014. (Approved)
Ayes: Campbell, Hayes, Hooper, May, North, West
Nays: None
Absent: Lee
Link
Start video at
Social
Embed
<iframe title="Swagit Video Player" width="640" height="360" src="https://desototx.new.swagit.com/videos/242947/embed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Disable autoplay on embedded content?
Download
Download
Download Selected Item
