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PZ 07-25-2012PLANNING ANII ZONING MINUTES July 25, 20I2 The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened on July 25, 2012 at 6:02 P.M. at the Municipal Complex, Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway Building #4, Schertz, Texas. PLANNING & ZONING C'OIVIMTS,SION David Richmond, Chairman Bert Crawford, Jr. Ernie Evans Ken Greenwald Richard Braud Gordon Rae, Alternate Michael Dahle, Alternate CITY STAFF Michelle Sanchez, Director of Development Services Brian James, Executive Director of Development Patti White, Admin. Asst. Development Services COMMISSIONERS ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT Jake Jacobs Chris Price, Schertz 151$, LTD. Christian Glombilc Jesse Malone, MalonelWheeler Engineering I. CALL T® ORDERIROLL CALL Mr. Richmond called the meeting to order at 6:02 P.M. 2. 3. 4. S. SEAT ALTERNATE TO ACT TF REQUIRED Mr. Rae and Mr. Dahle were seated as eating members. HEARING OF RESIDENTS None. CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes for June 27, 2012. Mr. Greenwald moved to approve the consent item. Mi°. Dahle seconded the motion. Vote was 7-0. Motion carried. PUBLIC )i-TEARING Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission July 25, 20I2 Page i of g A. PC20>i2-033 Hold a public hearing and consider and act upon a request by Schertz 1518, Ltd. /Chris Price far approval of a final residential replat and waiver for The Crossvine Module 1, Unit 1 Subdivision (aka. Sedona Trails), consisting of approximately 54.86 acres. The property is more specifically described as a portion of the Julian Diaz Survey No. 66, Abstract No. 187 County Block 5059, and also a portion of the E.R. Evans Survey No. 80, Abstract No. 216, County Block 5060, and also a portion of the Geronirno Leal Survey No. 79, Abstract No. 424, County Block 5058, City of Schertz, Bexar County, Texas, generally located west of FM 1518 at Lower Seguin Road. Public Hearing was opened at 6:04PM. Ms. Sanchez presented this item. The public hearing notice was published in the "The Daily Commercial Recorder" on July 1 1, 2012 and the "Herald" on July 19, 2012. There were 14 notices mailed to surrounding property owners on July 13, 2012. There were no responses received. The Crossvine Subdivision preliminary replat was approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission on July 11, 2012. This item considers a final residential replat for The Crossvine Subdivision Module 1, Unit 1, it consists of a replat approximately 1.5 acres of a platted, and undeveloped portion of the original Sedona Subdivision and a final plat of the proposed Crossvine Subdivision (alca Sedona Trails} located adjacent to the existing Sedona. Subdivision. This replat reconfigures the platted right-of--way of Fallow Deer Drive (now lcnown as Long Leaf Pkwy.) which was platted, never constructed and reduces the width from an 86' parkway to a 60' collector, and includes a commercial lot and landscape lots along Schnebly Drive. This represents 123 residential lots. The applicant will be responsible for complying with the Unified Development Code (UDC), Section 21.9.9 Tree Preservation and Mitigation. The applicant has submitted a Tree Affidavit which indicates that no protected or heritage trees will be destroyed or damaged. City Staff has verified that no heritage or protected trees exist on this site. if the developer chooses to record the plat prior to constructing the public improvements, a performance bond or other security for completion of improvements is required. There ace 8" and 12" water mains and 8" sewer mains proposed for the subdivision. Sewer will flow to the existing Sedona sewer treatment plant. All required infrastructure will be installed to the Public Work specifications prior to acceptance of the subdivision. All drainage from this site will discharge through the greenbelt areas to one of two detention/retention ponds. These ponds will serve a dual use as they will also serve as landscape in•igation areas. The storm water run-off will flow into the ponds and channels and be discharged into Woman Hollering Creels. Hilce and Bike Trails and sidewalks are planned. for the entire community connecting to several designated parks and. open space. Residential sidewalks are proposed at 5'. All parkland requirements have been satisfied, no fees are required. The Crossvine is proposing more than 2.5 miles of "must build" trails, several pocket parks throughout the development, open space in excess of 15°/0, 13.1 acres for Heritage Parlc previously dedicated, and the proposed Amenity Center in Block 2 lot 1 of this plat. This property is part of a Planned Development District and as such it must comply with the design requirements of the PDD; any area that is not directly addressed in this document will comply with the design criteria of the UDC. 11~linutes Planning and Zoning Commission July 25, 2012 Page 2 of g This site provides two collector streets; one will intersect directly onto FM 1518, and the other will intersect onto Schnebly Drive which connects to Lower Seguin Road. The UDC Section 21.4.G.3 states, "No building permit shall be released until al! public improvements within the development have been accepted by the City." The applicant requests approval for a waiver to this provision to allow building permits for model homes on Lots 12 through 22, Black I (Vine Leaf Street) with the condition that the developer enters into a subdivision improvement agreement. Additionally, the waiver would allow the applicant to file the plat and receive building permits and will require the developer to construct to minimum life safety requirements by providing water, sewer and streets prior to the City releasing any building permits for the model homes. Likewise, the City will not issue any Certificates of Occupancy until all infrastructure is installed and accepted by the City. A note was added to the plat reflecting this waiver. This replat of The Crossvine is proposed in accordance with the master plan and design of the PDD requirements, the MTP and the vision of the Comprehensive Land Plan. The proposed development is the first planned community in the City of Schertz and will set the stage for upcoming planned developments in the future. Staff recommends approval of this replat with approval of a waiver to allow for building permits to be issued far Lots 12 through 22, Bloclc 1 prior to acceptance of all public improvements subject to minimum life safety infrastructure being in place (streets, water, sewer, fire hydrants). The applicant, Chris Price, Schertz 1518, stated that there are no changes since P&Z held the Public Hearing on July 1.1, 2012 and that City Council at their meeting on July 24, 2012 approved the first reading of the zoning changes. Public Hearing opened at 6:12PM. Steve Layton, 12231 Lost Meadows Drive, stated that he is concerned that the package plant that services the sewage for the existing Sedona was unable to keep up with the TCEQ requirements, and. would like the developer to discuss how that will evolve into being fully compliant for sewage. Mr. Greenwald. stated that CCMA has taken over operation of that plant and is now in compliance. Claire Layton, 12231 Lost Meadows Drive, stated that the landscaping plant "crossvine" also known as the "trumpet plant" needs a lot of moisture and ~r-ay be a problem in Texas. Public Hearing closed at b:15PM. Discussion followed between the Staff, Commission and Applicant related to the site. Mr. Crawford nnoved to approve this item including the waiver. Mr. Greenwald seconded the motion. Vote was 6-0- l with Mr. Dahle abstaining. Motion carried. 6. I)ISCUSSI®N: A. Discussion on Unified Development Code Amendments. Minutes Planning and Toning Commission 3u1y 25, 2012 Page g of 5 Mr. James presented information on the tentative schedule for UDC or ordinance revisions as follows: • August S -present Draft ordinance with proposed changes to either UDC or code of ordinances. • August 22 -includes public hearing; also repork public input by community groups; if input results in significant changes to the draft, a second draft will be presented at this meeting. • September 12 -present revised ordinance for P&Z recommendation to City Council. Publish notice for City Council public hearing as required. • September 26 - (if necessary) present any additional revisions and obtain recommendation from P&Z far City Council. (Additional publication may be necessary for Council meeting.} IVIr. James stated that revisions are to include: • Code changes as they pertain to building construction as a result of issues encountered by Fairhaven prompted by residents; i.e. boring of each lot, engineering components, retaining walls, soil standards, curing time for slabs, third party inspections, etc. {information as per presentation given by Mr. James and Ms. Sanchez at City Council and P&Z Commission, respectively). • Gain public input by reaching out to Chamber on issues such as signs, etc. {not with this ftrst draft ordinance, but with overall UDC revisions}; and the builders and developers in the community to gain their input, as they may feel the new requirements "may increase their cast to the homeowner"; or that the recommended changes may not resolve the issues discovered in Fairhaven or that we are not getting us there. • We may also solicit views from residents of Fairhaven for feedback on the draft ordinance. Staff will coordinate small group meetings with Fairhaven residents one week following presentation of the draft ordinance to the P&Z. Also we could solicit input of third party inspectors (real estate inspectors} and HOA groups. It might be a good idea far a couple of P&Z members to attend the focus group meetings to observe. Mr. Crawford asked if a handout could be prepared to provide the public with the inspection process; what is required to build, etc. Mr. James noted that staff has talked about FAQ's for several subjects; flood plain ordinance, application to historically designated structures, and what can be done to remodel or expand and comply with applicable codes if special conditions exist with the property. In conclusion, Mr. James stated that at the next meeting there would be a draft ordinance, with a layout of focus groups and the public hearing in addition to who wants to attend from P&Z. Staff would come back at the 2"a meeting and present an overview from the public input meetings, and come back at the 15` meeting in September asking for a recommendation or changes. 7. REQUESTS AND ANN®UNCEIVIEN'1['S: A. Requests by Commissioners to place items on a future Planning and Zoning Agenda. • None. B. Requests by Commissioners to staff for information. lvlinutes Planning and toning Commission .Tuly 25, 20]2 Page q of ~ 5 - - .. _,- _ - __ _e ~:~, ~ - - - "~` ~. _ ~~ ~, '.. _`~ ~i I' F 8 ~'- - 4~ - - - _ I ~ ~ I I 1 r --- - - - _ - ..'. . THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK.