09-11-2001Planning and Zoning Minutes
Tuesday, September 11, 2001
The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened in regular Session on
Tuesday, September 11, 2001 at 7:OOpm in the Municipal Complex Bob Andrews
Conference Room, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas.
Planning & Zoning Commission
Ernie Evans, Vice Chairman
Joyce Briscoe
Tony Moreno
William Sommers
Ken Greenwald
Gary Wallace
Keith Van Dine (late arrival)
Citv Staff
Ron Youngblood, City Planner
Mary Ybarra, Recording Secretary
Leonard Truitt, Building Inspector
Commissioners Absent
David Richmond-Chairman
Others Present
Richard Palmer,228 Meadow Lane
David Fluker, SCUCISD
John Dunican, SCUCISD
#1 Call to Order: Ernie Evans called the meeting to order at
7:OOpm.
#2 Approval of Minutes: The minutes of the Public Hearing of
)uly 10, 2001 and regular session of July 24, 2001, August 14, 2001,
and August 28, 2001 are not available at this time.
#3 Status of Final Plots: There were none.
#4 BOA Actions: Meeting scheduled for September 17, 2001 at
6:30pm.
#5 Citizens' Input Other than Agenda Items: There were
none.
#6 Consider and Make Recommendation: On a request from
Richard A. Palmer, 2 acres in Abstract 255, Survey Martin & Walker
off of Crested Oak for a special exception to the zoning ordinance to
exceed the required wall height of 8-foot to 16-foot for construction
of a storage building.
Ron Youngblood explained that this request is to build a garage for
the storage of a motor home. He stated that Mr. Palmer is asking for
an 8-foot variance. The required wall height is 8-foot and he would
like to make the wall height 16-feet.
Leonard Truitt stated that a building permit was issued before it was
known that the wall height was also an issue.
Gary Wallace commented that he doesn't see a problem with the
garage and added that the building would be over and beyond the
setback.
Ernie Evans stated that he believes the building is at least 50-feet
away from the property line.
Ron Youngblood informed the Commission that Mr. Palmer would be
willing to put up landscaping (greenery) along the fence, adjacent to
the residential area.
The Commission inquired if the storage building would have lighting.
Mr. Palmer stated that the garage would be lighted, but that lighting
would not be directed toward the residential area.
Ernie Evans suggested that it would be a nice gesture to put up red
tips along the fence line as a buffer to the residential area.
With no further discussion, Gary Wallace moved to forward to the
Board of Adjustment with a recommendation of approval the request
from Richard Palmer for a special exception to the zoning ordinance
to exceed the required wall height of 8-foot to 16-foot for
construction of a storage building. Tony Moreno seconded the
motion. With a vote taken the vote was as follows:
Ayes: Joyce Briscoe, Gary Wallace, Tony Moreno, and Ernie Evans
Abstained: William Sommers
Motion carried.
#7 Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from
Don McCrary & Associates for final vacate/re-plat of Block 11, lots.
1,2,3,4, and 5 of Jonas Woods Subdivision Unit 1, establishing Block
11, Lots 6,7,8,9, and 10.
Ron Youngblood explained that this request was brought to Planning
and Zoning at the August 14, 2001 meeting for consideration, at
which time the Commission approved the preliminary plat. At this
time, staff has no other concerns.
Ernie Evans stated that he wanted to point out that the developer
would be responsible for moving established utilities and that it
would not fall on the owner or the city.
With no further discussion, Tony Moreno moved to approve the
request from Don McCrary & Associates for final vacate/re-plat of
Block 11, lots. 1-5 of Jonas Woods Subdivision Unit ]:, establishing
Block 11, lots. 6-10. Keith Van Dine seconded the motion. A vote
was taken and the motion carried.
#8 Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request
from Hancock & Sheridan, Inc. for a site plan of Insenhour Retail
Sales Center Facility, FM 3009.
Ron Youngblood stated that all concerns have been addressed such
as tree mitigation, signage, dumpster and lighting issues.
Gary Wallace questioned the required sidewalk width and was
advised that internal sidewalk widths within the footprint of the
business area have a requirement of 4' versus the external width of
5' along FM 3009.
Tony Moreno stated that the site plan before the Commission is
complete in a manner that the Commission would like to see all site
plans brought forth for consideration.
At this time, Tony Moreno moved to approve the request from
Insenhour Retail Sales Center Facility. Keith Van Dine seconded the
motion. With a vote being called the motion was approved.
#9 Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from
Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD for preliminary plat approval of
Savannah Elementary School Subdivision, Savannah Drive.
Ron explained that this item was tabled at the August 14, 2001
meeting for lack of documentation and would have to be taken off
the table for consideration.
William Sommers moved to un-table the request from Schertz-
Cibolo-Universal City ISD for preliminary plat approval of Savannah
Elementary School. Gary Wallace seconded the motion. With a vote
taken the motion was approved.
Ron Youngblood stated that all documentation and concerns have
been addressed and staff has no further comments.
Gary Wallace inquired on the portion of property that is being
dedicated to the City.
In brief discussion it was noted that the property would be the city's
responsibility and that it would not be used; however, if it were to be
used the property would have to be paved.
Tony Moreno questioned property owner notification and was advised
that the request before the Commission is a plat and notification is
not required.
Without further discussion, Keith Van Dine moved to approve the
request from the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD for preliminary
plat approval of Savannah Elementary School Subdivision. William
Sommers seconded the motion. With a vote being called the motion
was approved.
#10 Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from
Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD for final plat approval of Savannah
Elementary School Subdivision, Savannah Drive.
Ron Youngblood stated that staff has no comments or concerns.
Ernie Evans asked for any discussion on the request before the
Commission.
Without further discussion, William Sommers moved to approve the
request from Schertz Cibolo Universal City ISD for final plat approval
of Savannah Elementary School Subdivision, Savannah Drive. Gary
Wallace seconded the motion. With a vote being taken the motion
was approved.
At this time, the meeting was adjourned for the President's Speech.
The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m.
#11 Items of Commissioner and City Planner:
Ron Youngblood:
• Discuss KB sign-Green Valley Road.
Mr. Youngblood stated that KB Homes was notified by letter about
the newspaper article in which KB Homes Cibolo subdivision was
noted as being in the City of Schertz.
Mr. Youngblood stated that Chairman Richmond has asked that the
Commission wait to discuss sign issues until the next meeting when
he returns.
Ron gave an update on Officer Kim Parks' condition and stated that
she is doing quite well and is in very good spirits.
Ken Greenwald:
• Update on Seguin/Schertz Local Government Corporation.
Ken Greenwald stated that he was hoping to provide a map
(waterline) for the Commission, however he was unable to do so. He
reported that the contractors have started working and are about 3-
4% complete. There was ground breaking a couple of weeks ago at
one of the well sites and if you haven't seen a 42" water pipe before,
believe me it is quite large. Ken reported that the water treatment
plant is due to start around November and added that the water
project is continuing right along.
William Sommers:
William inquired on how the "Newspaper" is getting their information
about the city's water project. Ken informed William that the City is
providing the information.
Tony Moreno:
Tony commented on the events that happened in New York (New
York Twin Towers) and how so many people are going to be affected
by this terrible attack on our nation.
Keith Van Dine:
Keith inquired if the County or Counties have sign ordinances and
was advised that counties do not.
Boyce Briscoe:
Joyce passed out a get well card for Kim Parks.
Joyce also stated that the KB sign on FM3009 is being painted as of
today.
Ron Youngblood:
Ron updated the Commission on the Comprehensive Land Plan and
suggested that a separate workshop meeting for this purpose be
scheduled to include the Steering Committee and the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
Ernie Evans reminded everyone about the APA conference on October
24t" thru the 27t". Is everyone going to car pool?
#12 Adjournment:
Ernie Evans adjourned the meeting at 7:56pm.
Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission
ATTEST:
Planning Secretary, City of Schertz