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03-11-2003 . . 1. . PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES MARCH 11, 2003 The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened in regular session on March 11, 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-Chairman Gary Wa11ace William Sommers Joyce Briscoe Keith Van Dine Ken Greenwald, ex-officio CITY STAFF Ron Youngblood, City Planner Misty Nichols, Recording Secretary Amy Madison, Community Development Leonard Truitt, Building Official COMMISSIONERS ABSENT None OTHERS PRESENT Sam Bledsoe, MBC Engineers Robert Copeland, MBC Engineers David Markel, Benchmark Homes Robert Brockman, 4505 Grand Forest 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. Status of Final Plats: There are no plats needing action. 4. BOA Actions: The next Board of Adjustment meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2003. 5. Citizens' Input Other than Agenda Items: Mr. Robert Brockman complimented the Commission on performing well in Chairman Richmond's absence. 6. Discuss and Make Recommendation: (Previously Tabled Agenda Item) Concerning Mr. George Smith requesting a zoning change or specific use permit at 18711 IH 35N, which is currently zoned Manufacturing, Light Industry (M-l). Set public hearing date. (SUP#30-03) Planning & Zoning Minutes March 11,2003 Page 101'5 Mr. Sommers moved to remove this item from the table. Mr. Van Dine seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. . Mr. Youngblood reviewed the case with the Commission and stated that the applicant wishes to add three mobile homes on approximately 10 acres for his family to use. Mr. Youngblood stated that the request for a specific use permit would accommodate the applicant's needs rather than spot zoning. Mr. George Smith was present and stated that the property is currently being used as agriculture and would like to place three mobile homes on the property for himself and two sons. Mr. Smith also pointed out the property adjacent to his is currently being used as a R V park. Discussion included limitation of specific use permits. Following review, Mr. Evans moved to call for a Public Hearing. Mr. Wallace seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 7. Discuss and make recommendation: On a request from Tom Chapman of Benchmark Homes for a variance at 4300 Golden Oak in Oak Trails Subdivision for a special exception to the Zoning ordinance for a request to encroach into the front yard setback from 25-feet to 20-feet-3 inches for a previously constructed house. (BOA #189-03) Mr. Youngblood reviewed the request with the Commission and stated that a home has been built over the front yard setback. The request is for a reduction of the front yard setback to 20-feet, 3-inches. Mr. Truitt stated that the mistake was made by the surveyor and the foundation crew. He also noted . that a final inspection has not been granted for this home. Mr. Markel, Benchmark Homes, was present and stated that the error had not been found until the final survey was performed. Following review and discussion, Ms. Briscoe moved to recommend this item for approval and forward the item to the Board of Adjustment for their consideration at their March 24, 2003 meeting. Mr. Sommers seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 8. Discuss and make recommendation: On a request from Deborah Bell, at 3325 Sherwin Dr. in the Northcliffe Subdivision for a variance to encroach into the side yard setback 1- foot, 8-inches to construct a bay window. (BOA 190-03) Mr. Youngblood reviewed the request with the Commission and stated that there are no utilities in the easement. Mrs. Bell was present and stated that the request is to replace an existing box window with a new box window that will extend from the ground. Following review and discussion, Mr. Wallace moved to recommend this item for approval and forward the item to the Board of Adjustment for their consideration at their March 24, 2003 meeting. . Mr. Van Dine seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. Planning & Zoning Minutes March I I, 2003 Page 2 of 5 . 9. Discuss and make recommendation: On a request from MBC Engineers to rezone a parcel of property fronting Schertz Parkway, next to the Lutheran Church property. The request is to rezone from General Business (GB) to Multi-Family (R-4) for construction of an apartment complex. Set a public hearing. (ZC# 177-03) Mr. Youngblood reviewed the proposed project with the Commission and stated that the project is to rezone 12.0 acres from General Business (GB) to Multi-Family (R-4) with a maximum number of units being 256. The applicant's intentions are to build a 60-foot right-of-way thoroughfare through the development to connect IH 35 and Schertz Parkway. Mr. Youngblood also stated that the location of the thoroughfare is designed to save as many trees as possible. Mr. Evans voiced concerns over the proposed thoroughfare and where it intersects with Schertz Parkway. Following review, Mr. Wallace moved to call for a Public Hearing. Mr. Van Dine seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 10. Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from Don McCrary and Associates for a Preliminary Plat of Jonas Woods, Unit 3. (PC 544-03) . Mr. Youngblood stated that the applicant has amended the preliminary plat and has addressed access to common areas. The revised plan shows less open space, but larger lots. He also stated that the applicant has paid all parkland fees associated with this project. Mr. Larry Aiken was present to answer any questions the Commission may have. Following review, Mr. Van Dine moved to approve the request. Mr. Sommers seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 11. Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from Don McCrary and Associates for a Final Plat of Jonas Woods, Unit 3. (PC 544-03) Following review, Mr. Van Dine moved to approve the request. Mr. Sommers seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 12. Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from DeMundrum Architects for a site plan of the Broadway Bank of Schertz, FM 3009 at Triton Drive. (PC 561-03) Mr. Youngblood reviewed the request with the Commission and stated that the plan shows one monument sign 13-feet high. He also stated that the applicant was noting a deceleration lane on the . site plan offFM 3009. Planning & Zoning Minutes March 11, 2003 Page 3 of5 Chairman Richmond voiced concerns on the height of the proposed sign and asked where it would be placed in relation to the berm. The applicant stated that the berm would not impact the height of the . sIgn. Following review and discussion, Mr. Van Dine moved to approve the Site Plan. Mr. Sommers seconded the motion. Discussion continued prior to the vote and Mr. Van Dine moved to amend the motion to grant a variance for the sign as follows: 1. The maximum square footage of sign area shall not exceed 96 square feet. 2. The maximum height ofthe monument sign shall not exceed 13-feet. Mr. Sommers seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 13. Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from Pape-Dawson Engineers for a preliminary plat of the Broadway Bank of Schertz, FM 3009 at Triton Drive. (PC 562- 03) Mr. Youngblood reviewed the plat with the Commission. Mr. Evans inquired about the deceleration lane along FM 3009 as shown on the site plan. Mr. Trey Marsh with Pape-Dawson Engineers was present and stated that the plat has been submitted to the TxDOT for their approval. . Following review and discussion, Mr. Van Dine moved to approve the request. Ms. Briscoe seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 14. Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On a request from MBC Engineers for a revised plat of Forest Ridge Subdivision, Unit 6 (PC 511-02-03) Mr. Youngblood stated that the request is for a revised final plat showing 46 residential lots and three parkland areas totaling 14.58 acres to be dedicated to the City. The plan includes a request for a variance to encroach into the 30-foot G.V.E.C. easement along Wiederstein Road for the construction of a 4-foot rock wall at the subdivision entry, with stone columns and wood fence. Following review and discussion, Mr. Van Dine moved to approve the request and grant a variance for a 4-foot fence/wall to be allowed in the G.V.E.C easement. Mr. Sommers seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 15. Discuss: The appropriate action to take on the re-zoning of FM 3009 from IH 35 to the city limits. Mr. Youngblood and Ms. Madison reviewed and discussed with the Commission a potential new overlay district for the FM 3009 area between IH 35 and the City limits. Ms. Madison stated that there . was quite a response from property owners when letters were sent out regarding the proposed zoning Planning & Zoning Minutes March 11, 2003 Page 4 01'5 . . . change. After reviewing their concerns and discussion with the City Attorney, she suggested this item be placed on hold to review a proposed "Urban Overlay District" and call for a public hearing at a later date. Discussion only, no action taken. 16. Items by Commissioners and Staff: Mr. Youngblood spoke of tree ordinance issues the City of San Antonio is experiencing. He stated that he is working with surrounding cities with regards to their thoroughfare plans and how those plans will affect Schertz. Also, he is currently working on updating the Planning Department fee schedule. Ms. Madison stated that she is working on the Unified Development Code updates with staff. Staff is also revising forms and applications. She stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet 4/16/03 to review updates. Mr. Evans voiced concerns of the number of cellular towers currently permitted in the city. Mr. Truitt stated that he was aware of three (3) and Mr. Evans stated that there are currently four (4). Mr. Truitt stated that the fourth was in place prior to the ordinance. 17. Executive Session: Called under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Sub- Section 551.071. Discuss vacancy of Planning and Zoning Commissioner. Chairman Richmond adjourned the Regular Session of the Planning and Zoning Commission and went into Executive Session to discuss the vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Commission. 18. Action, if any, on above Executive Session. The Commission reconvened into Regular Session, and Mr. Sommers moved to recommend to City Council the appointment of Mr. Clovis Haddock to fill the vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Van Dine seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. 19. Adjournment: There being no further business, Chairman Richmond adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m. (} / " ~ " V'/,-.../._~- ..1. Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission l...../ Planning & Zoning Minutes March 11,2003 Page 5 of 5