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PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES
APRIL 22, 2003
The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened in Regular Session on April 22, 2003 at 7:00
p.m. at the Municipal Complex, Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas.
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
David Richmond, Chairman
Ernie Evans, Vice-Chair
William Sommers
Joyce Briscoe
Keith Van Dine (arrived at Item #5)
Gary Wa11ace
Clovis Haddock
Ken Greenwald, ex-officio
CITY STAFF
Leonard Truitt, Building Official
Misty Nichols, Recording Secretary
Amy Madison, Community Development
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT
None
OTHERS PRESENT
Robert Brockman, 4505 Grand Forest
1. Call To Order: Chairman Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. Approval of Minutes: No action was taken on this item due to the Minutes not being
prepared.
3. Discuss and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from Pape-Dawson Engineers for
final plat approval of Broadway Bank Tri-County located at the corner of FM 3009 and
Triton Dr. (PC562-03)
Mr. Truitt reviewed the final plat with the Commission and stated the preliminary plat and site plan
were approved at the March 11, 2003 Planning and Zoning meeting.
Mr. Evans was pleased to see it noted on the plat the addition of a deceleration lane along FM 3009
and the sign variance. Being no further comments, Ms. Briscoe moved to approve the request. Mr.
Wallace seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous.
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Discuss and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from Don McCrary & Associates for
vacate and re-plat of Lot 50, Block 2, and Lot 11, Block 3 of Oak Trail Unit 2A. (PC570-
03)
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Mr. Truitt reviewed the request with the Commission and stated the application is to correct the .
easements on these lots to keep the easements consistent in the area.
Mr. Evans suggested tabling this item due to the duplicate lot and block numbering on the rep1atted
lots. Also, letters from franchise utility companies (Time Warner and SBC) are showing the incorrect
10t/b10ck numbers. Following review and discussion, Mr. Wallace moved to table the request and
asked the applicant to make corrections to the rep1at. Mr. Sommers seconded the motion. Motion
carried. Vote unanimous.
5. Discuss and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from GD Bar F.L.P. for a variance to
the sign ordinance for a directory sign increasing from 24 sq. ft. in size and 3.42 sq. ft. per
tenant to 336 sq. ft. in size and 48 sq. ft. per tenant. (SV9-03)
Mr. Truitt reviewed the request with the Commission and stated the request is for an increase in height
and overall square footage of the sign. Mr. Truitt stated there would be 7 to 9 tenants in the building.
Mr. Truitt also stated he had conversation with Chairman Richmond regarding the error in the Unified
Development Code with regards to sign area.
Mr. Jason Dixon was present and stated by allowing this sign, the tenants would be able to contend
with other companies in the area. Mr. Dixon stated the sign would be set back far enough not to
impede the visibility issues.
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Mr. Sommers voiced concerns that the applicant hasn't shown a hardship. Mr. Evans stated this is the
only process the applicant has for relief.
Ms. Madison stated the City's current sign ordinance is very strong and urged the Commission to
consider this request in order for retail businesses being able to compete with other areas along the IH
35 corridor. Mr. Patrick Dixon, 111 Suncrest, New Braunfels, echoed Ms. Madison's comments and
he suggested amending the sign ordinance.
Mr. Truitt stated that based on the typographical error in the Unified Development Code, Article IX,
8.5.B Shopping Center Sign - Directory Sign and information incorrectly given to the applicant, he
would like to work with the applicant to revise the application.
Following review, Mr. Wallace moved to table the request to the next available Planning and Zoning
meeting. Mr. Van Dine seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous.
6. Discuss and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from Neundorf Group for approval
of a site plan for Pecan Street Center, located at the intersection of Pecan Street and Oak
Street. (PC567-03)
Mr. Truitt reviewed the site plan with the Commission and addressed drainage issues. Mr. Truitt also
asked the Commission if the applicant will be required to apply for a Specific Use Permit for each use .
due to the property being in the Air Installation Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ). The Commission
stated that due to the property being leased, each use would be required to have a Specific Use Permit.
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Mr. Evans voiced concerns of the drainage report submitted to the City. He requested the City's
consulting engineer review the drainage report and report back to Staff. He was also concerned for
signage on buildings and requested placing a note on the final plat stating no free-standing signs on the
property. Mr. Evans asked about the parking lot lighting and Mr. Truitt stated the applicant is installing
diffused lighting on the buildings for security reasons only. Mr. Evans wanted to confirm with the
applicant that the dumpsters would be screened and gated.
Mr. Marcus Neundorfwas present to address the Commission and discussed the drainage issues.
Following review, Mr. Van Dine moved to table the request until the next available Planning and
Zoning meeting. Mr. Wallace seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous.
7. Items by Commissioners and Staff:
Mr. Truitt discussed the Planning and Zoning workshop scheduled for March 23,2003 - 6:30 p.m. at
the Community Center to review items regarding updating the Unified Development Code.
Councilman Greenwald stated he would be unavailable for the workshop.
Mr. Wallace asked that agenda item "Citizen Input" be placed back on the agenda.
8. Adjournment: There being no further business, Chairman Richmond adjourned the meeting at
8:05 p.m.
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Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission
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