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11-13-2003 PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES NOVEMBER 13, 2003 .The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened on November 13, 2003 at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center Conference Room, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION David Richmond, Chairman Ernie Evans, Vice-Chairman Joyce Briscoe Clovis Haddock Gary Wallace Ken Greenwald, ex-officio CITY STAFF Amy Madison, Community Development Director Misty Nichols, Planning Technician Jonette Ellis, Administrative Assistant COMMISSIONERS ABSENT Keith Van Dine William Sommers OTHERS PRESENT Robert Brockman, 4505 Grand Forest Don McCrary, 323 Breesport Robert Copeland, Central Parkway North Joseph Pa1asota, 3401 FM 3009 John White 1. Call to Order/Roll Call . Chairman Richmond called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. Citizen Input other than Agenda Items There was no one present to speak. 3. Board of Adjustment Actions: The Board of Adjustment will meet on November 24,2003 to act on the request from Frances Keresztury. 4. Code Enforcement Actions: Discussion on current activities Mr. Leonard Truitt, Building Official, introduced Mr. Tom Eaton, Code Enforcement Officer. Mr. Eaton reviewed the October 2003 code report and stated that he goes door-to-door to address code enforcement issues with the citizens in lieu of sending a violation letter. He stated that the average person responds better to that type of approach. Mr. Eaton also stated that he works at least 4 hours each Saturday removing illegal signs. Mr. Richmond inquired about the Atrium Inn signs and Mr. Truitt stated he would meet with the owner to update his signs. . Mr. Evans asked about the church sign on Schertz Parkway and Mr. Truitt stated he IS currently Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission November 13,2003 Page 1 of 4 investigating that sign. . Ms. Madison asked that agenda item #6 be moved up. 6. SVI0-03 Discuss and take appropriate action on a request for a sign variance for Schertz Medical Center located at 3401 FM 3009. The request being for an additional 40 square feet being added to an existing monument sign. Applicant: Joseph A. Palasota Ms. Madison reviewed staff comment. Dr. Joseph Pa1asota was present asking the Commission's approval for a variance to add 40 square feet of signage to an existing monument sign. Mr. Pancho Hernandez, Keller Custom Signs explained the technical parts of the signage. Mr. Evans voiced concerns for the marquee portion of the sign and stated that it isn't appropriate for FM 3009. Dr. Pa1asota stated that the message board could announce visiting doctors, special medical notices, children vaccinations, etc. Following review and discussion, Mr. Wallace moved to approve the sign request to allow a maximum 81.27 square foot monument sign. Mr. Haddock seconded the motion. Voting Aye: Mr. Richmond, Mr. Haddock, Ms. Briscoe and Mr. Wallace. Voting Nay: Mr. Evans. Motion carried. 5. PC559-03 Discuss and take appropriate action on a request for site plan approval of Legacy Oaks Apartments. The request is for 256 units on 11.136:1:: acres located at Schertz Parkway and Legacy Oaks Parkway, approximately 760 feet south of IH 35. The applicant is also asking for three variances: a. Reduction of the front and side yard setback to allow for garages and carports b. Reduction of the parking space dimensions c. Reduction of the tree mitigation requirements Applicant: Legacy General Construction . Ms. Madison reviewed staff comments stating the plan provides for 394 parking spaces. The applicant is requesting a variance for a reduction of parking space dimension from 9' x 20' to 8' x 20' to allow for compact cars on 121 spaces or 31 % of the provided spaces. In addition, a variance is being requested to allow parking within the front and side yard setbacks. Ms. Madison also stated that the applicant is requesting 100% of the mitigation be waived for trees located in the future right-of-way and 60% of the mitigation be waived for trees located on the site. Mr. John White and Mr. Robert Copeland were present and stated the compact parking spaces would be placed randomly throughout the complex. The Commission voiced concern for compact parking spaces because of the large trucks and SUV's that make up a large percentage of vehicles currently on the roadways. Mr. Evans stated that the front and side yard setbacks were fine except adjacent to Schertz Parkway and that no carports or garages would be allowed along Schertz Parkway. Mr. Evans also confirmed that wrought iron fencing would be placed along Schertz Parkway, a solid masonry fence adjacent to the bank property, wood fencing along the drainage easement and green chain link at the southern portion of the property. . Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission November 13,2003 Page 2 of 4 The Commission agreed that trees within the right-of-way for Legacy Oaks Parkway should be mitigated at 100%. Although the Commission appreciated the applicant's desire to save as many trees as possible, they didn't agree with his request for a reduced mitigation fee. . Following review and discussion, the following motions were made: Mr. Wallace moved to approve the site plan. Ms. Briscoe seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unammous. Mr. Haddock moved to grant a variance to the front and side yard setbacks to allow for garages and carports with the exception of areas adjacent to Schertz Parkway. Mr. Wallace seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. Mr. Wallace moved to grant a variance to reduce the parking space dimension to 8-feet by 20-feet for a maximum of 121 spaces to allow for compact cars. Ms. Briscoe seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. Mr. Wallace moved to disapprove a request for a variance to reduce the tree mitigation fees by 60 percent for the project. Ms. Briscoe seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. It was noted that the trees within the right-of-way for Legacy Oaks Drive would be waived from the mitigation requirements. 7. New Development for discussion only: a. Shadeports: Preliminary Plat and Site Plan b. Tex- All Trailer & RV Center: Preliminary Plat and Site Plan . Mr. Don McCrary introduced two sites for discussion. Shadeports: a 4.0 acre tract located at FM 482 and Hubertus Road. Preliminary site plan shows three buildings with office space and two buildings for the fabrication of awnings. The Commission asked Mr. McCrary to revise the plans to extend the berm and trees along FM 482, show signage and provide a parking calculation. Discussion only. Tex-All Trailer & RV Center: a 5.0 acre tract located on IH 35 frontage road, north of Hubertus Road. The preliminary site plan shows possible maximum build-out of 20,625 square feet of sales, service and showroom space for a trailer/RV center. Discussion included the future road adjacent to this property. Discussion only. 8. Items by Commissioners and City Staff Ms. Madison: Discussed the 660+ acres the City Council is currently annexing along IH 35. She also informed the Commission of an upcoming residential project of oversized lots at FM 1518 and Ware Seguin Road. Mr. Mark Marquez: Informed the Commission that staff is reviewing the landscape ordinance with regards to tree mitigation. . Mr. Haddock: Presented an article regarding safety and development around Luke Air Force Base and Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission November 13,2003 Page 3 of 4 asked the Commission to protect the Air Installation Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ). . Mr. Wallace: Asked staff if the SCUC School District was aware of the Legacy Oaks Apartment development that could impact the district's student population, and Ms. Madison stated that she had been in contact with Dr. Pustka, Superintendent SCUC ISD. Councilman Greenwald: Announced City Council would be conducting public hearings on the annexation on 12/1/03 and 12/2/03. He stated this area is in need of city services. He also mentioned that the contract to purchase the church property (adjacent to the city's facilities on Schertz Parkway) was being signed by the Archbishop. Mr. Greenwald stated that the City would be accepting bids for the new fire station, which would be located at FM 482 and IH 35. Mr. Richmond: asked for the following: 1) update on the Post Office 2) update on the FM 3009 Public Improvement District (PID) 3) place zoning issues on the next agenda for the Commission to review. 9. Adjournment. There being no further business, Mr. Wallace moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:49 p.m. Mr. Haddock seconded the motion. Motion carried. Vote unanimous. rtovJ \ ct I/A~vJ ~ Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission . . Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission November 13,2003 Page 4 of 4