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06-11-2002Planning and Zoning Minutes June 11, 2002 The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened in regular session on June 11, 2002, 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION David Richmond, Chairman Ernie Evans, Vice-Chair Ken Greenwald, ex-officio Tony Moreno William Sommers Gary Wallace Joyce Briscoe COMMISSIONERS ABSENT Keith Van Dine CITY STAFF Ron Youngblood, City Planner Misty Nichols, Recording Secretary Mark Marquez, Management Services OTHERS PRESENT Robert Brockman, 4505 Grand Forest Mr. Harry Bauer, 502 Aero Ave Mr. Roberto Salr, 1041 Gettysburg Dr. Mark Roberts, 4300 Spanish Oak # 1. Call to Order: Chairman David Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. # 2. Approval of Minutes: Mr. Sommers moved to approve the minutes of the regular session of March 26, 2002; Ms. Briscoe seconded. Motion passed. # 3. Status of Final Plats: The Green Valley Elementary School final plat is ready for the Chairman's signature and recordation. # 4. BOA Actions: Mr. Sommers stated that the Board of Adjustment met on June 10, 2002 to consider requests by Mr. Johnson, Mr. Rutkowski, Mr. Shuck and, Mr. Simmonetta for special exceptions to the Zoning Ordinance. All requests were approved. Responding to concerns of BOA members at the meeting, he and Mr. Youngblood explained why the Planning and Zoning Commission altered its meeting schedule January 1, 2002. A joint letter by the Chairman and the Assistant City Manager was published and posted explaining to all City officials, staff, and future developers that one meeting each month would be devoted to the Commission's responsibilities of long-range planning, zoning, annexation and Unified Development Code changes. Alternate meeting agendas also would allow more staff time for coordination to prepare development requests for the regular meeting. Following discussion, it was agreed that Planning would set a specific date for BOA actions each month. Chairman Richmond suggested that the growth of our City and complexity of requests demand more time of staff to ensure thorough coordination. He also noted that we have allowed developers and citizens to place items on our workshop planning meeting agenda when the best interests of the requester and City called for expedition. He further stated he thought the Commission was adequately addressing the needs of the community, and would continue to work with our citizens, developers, staff, BOA, and Council in a timely fashion. # 5. Citizens' Input Other Than Agenda Items: Mr. Brockman, 4505 Grand Forest, stated that it appears the Live Oak project has been extended an additional 15 days. It was explained the additional time was needed to deal with CCMA and gas lines that were discovered at a shallower depth. Mr. Brockman also asked why there was not a copy of the UDC at the City Library. Mr. Youngblood stated there were supposed to be some copies there and he would follow up. He also stated the UDC would be on the Schertz Web site in the immediate future. Mr. Roberto Salr, 1041 Gettysburg Drive, stated that he did not understand why the government commodities were not being picked up by the City as before. Now they were being delivered to Seguin and someone needed to bring them to the City. Councilman Ken Greenwald said he would look into this matter and see if there was anything the City could do to help. Mr. Salr also stated there was a lack of sidewalks around the City. Chairman Richmond stated that developers were required to put in sidewalks to meet City codes, and that Schertz Parkway would have both a sidewalk and hike/bike trail. # 6. Consider and take appropriate action on a previously tabled request from Harry Bauer Jr. at 502 Aero Ave., Aviation Heights Subdivision, to provide letters from neighbors in favor of the special exception to the Zoning Ordinance for a second curb cut used to park an RV camper. (BOA # 174-02). Mr. Sommers moved to un-table this item; Mr. Wallace seconded. Motion passed. Mr. Youngblood stated that Commissioners had voiced public safety concerns about the length of the camper impeding line-of-sight for other drivers, and had asked for additional letters of support from neighbors. Discussion followed on the length of the camper, how often it would be parked in the yard, and whether it could be parked farther away from the sidewalk. Mr. Moreno moved that we forward this request to .the BOA with a recommendation for approval; Mr. Wallace seconded. There was a tie vote. Mr. Moreno moved that we table this request again until all Commissioners are present. Motion passed. Mr. Moreno asked that Mr. Bauer make an additional attempt to gain letters of approval from his neighbors. Mr. Youngblood asked if Mr. Bauer could park the vehicle in the intended location and notify him so he could take photographs for the P&Z and BOA members to see if there was a public safety issue. Mr. Bauer said he would. # 7. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on a previously tabled request from Billy Clasen with Carter Burgess Engineering Firm, for a preliminary plat approval with necessary changes of Fairways at Scenic Hills Unit 11. (PC # 522-02). Mr. Sommers moved to un-table this item; Mr. Moreno seconded. Motion passed. Mr. Youngblood stated that this request was tabled at the last meeting due to a one-foot non- access easement missing from several streets. The items have been corrected and staff recommends approval. Mr. Moreno moved to approve the request; Mr. Wallace seconded. Motion passed. # 8. Consider and Take Appropriate Action on a previously tabled request from WF Castella & Associates for a Final Plat approval on Northcliffe II, Unit I. (PC# 519-02) 2 Mr. Moreno moved to un-table this item; Mr. Sommers seconded. Motion passed. Mr. Youngblood stated that this request was tabled at the last meeting due to a one-foot non- access missing from several streets. The items have been corrected and staff recommends approval. Mr. Moreno moved to approve the request; Mr. Sommers seconded. Motion passed. # 9. Consider and Make Recommendations on Zoning and Re-Zoning of several areas in the City. Mr. Youngblood opened discussion by stating that several areas of the City need to be reviewed for appropriate zoning changes, and that all previously rezoned areas need to be reflected on the City's zoning map. The following areas were discussed and changes noted: • Savannah Square along Schertz Parkway should be NS (neighborhood services) • Carolina Crossing I and II should be a map change to reflect R-6 zoning • No GB (general business) on Schertz Parkway; all GB should be changed to NS • Schools should be PUB (public use district) • Live Oak Hills should be PD (pre-development) • City's recently- purchased Silber property should be PUB • Property at Elbel Road and Schertz Parkway should be NS • GB zone on FM78 should be extended to Lee Street (map error) • East side of FM3009, south of IH35 should remain R-1 until a developer approaches the City (Mr. Marquez reminded Commissioners that a traffic signal is to be placed at the Wiederstein Road-FM3009 intersection, and another is possible at the HEB-State Bank- FM3009 intersection) • FM3009 at Oak Forest, the purple should be City property (PUB) back to Shady Oak Street; it is a City park • East side of FM3009 from Arroyo Verde to Green Valley Road should be OP (office and professional) • West side of FM3009 at Berry Creek, small strip should be PUB • CCMA lot is R-4 and should be NS • West side of FM3009 at Greenfield Village, greenbelt along FM3009 to the Apartments on Live Oak Road should be PUB • West side of FM3009 between Elbel Road .and FM78 was rezoned. and map was never changed; two parcels should be R-4 for apartments, one parcel should be NS • Borgfeld Road, the new Animal Shelter should be PUB; old animal shelter on FM1518 also should be PUB • East side of FM3009 from Boswell Niemetz to the storage units, presently GB; further discussion needed on whether to change to NS • Pecan Grove should be GB Mr. Marquez said that our new Comprehensive Land Use Plan goals suggest we need to look at large tracts of land to provide something like the Forum because Schertz needs more than small business. The City Economic Development Department has been tasked to target large retail functions like Walmart, malls, etc. Mr. Evans noted a large suitable area by Northcliffe, but Mr. Marquez stated that the infrastructure there is lacking. Mr. Wallace stated that Schertz Parkway originally was zoned and designed for the City's business center but residential development has displaced business. Mr. Evans suggested the R-A area to the left of FM1103; Mr. Youngblood indicated that area currently is being looked at for single family housing and some general business. Chairman Richmond stated that this should be discussed further. It seems we can't attract a major hotel chain or sit-down restaurant because we compete with the Forum and New Braunfels. Mr. Marquez pointed out that there are only four ways to cross Cibolo Creek - I-35, FM 78, FM 2252 and I-10. He predicts that a Lowes will eventually come to Schertz because of our rapid growth and development. • Old Country Kitchen area on FM78 should be a straight line, not off-set as shown • Area behind Pecan Grove should be RA, can never be developed due to flooding • Northcliffe and Scenic Hills units approved are R-5 and should be reflected; Unit 3 developer of The Fairways will be asking for R-6 • FM1103 area already is zoned R-4 for apartments (map change) • Borgfeld Road area next to the Animal Shelter needs to be PUB; already belongs to the City Chairman Richmond stated that these changes were getting numerous, and recommended that Ford Engineering capture the map changes and give the Planning Department a corrected current zoning map for further P&Z discussion. Proposed zoning changes should be looked at again to be sure they make sense before we hold public hearings and forward to City Council. All agreed. # 10. Discussion: On Mark Roberts' (Auto Collision Works on Borgfeld Road) agreement with the City to construct a masonry fence within one year. Following discussion among Mr. Youngblood, Mr. Roberts, Mr. Leonard Truitt (Building Official), and Ms. Debbie Peronne (Inspection Department Secretary) prior to the meeting, it was agreed that Mr. Roberts would construct his portion of the masonry fence adjacent to the Dove Meadows Subdivision when the property to the east and west of his business is developed. This would ensure that all parties construct a similar fence. Mr. Roberts again assured the Commissioners that he would honor his agreement to build the fence. The Commissioners agreed this made sense. #11 Items by Commissioners and City Planner: None. #12 Adjourned: Mr. Moreno moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:10 p.m.; Ms. Briscoe seconded. Motion passed. Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission ATTEST: Keith Van Dine Planning Secretary, City of Schertz 4