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03-14-2006PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES March 14, 2006 The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened on March 14, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Complex, Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway Building #1, Schertz, Texas. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION David Richmond, Chairman Keith Van Dine, Secretary (an;~ed at 6:38 p.m.> Kevin Grant Roberta Tutschke Gary Wallace Tony Wilenchik, City Council Liaison Ernie Evans, Vice Chairman William Sommers (an;~ea ac 6:4o p.m.> CITY STAFF Leonard Truitt, Interim Planning Director Misty Nichols, Planning Technician Jonette Ellis, Planner 1 Amy Madison, Economic Development Director COMMISSIONERS ABSENT OTHERS PRESENT Robert Brockman, 1000 Elbel Road Billy Clasen, Carter and Burgess Jason Rodgers, Panda Express Trey Marsh, Centex Homes 1. Call to Order/Roll Call Mr. Richmond called the meeting to order at 6:32 P.M. 2. Citizen Comments There was no one to speak. 3. Consent Agenda A. PC2006-015 Consider and act upon a request to for a preliminary plat of the Mid-Cities Subdivision, Unit 1. The 3.093± acre tract is located approximately 700 feet south of Tri-County Parkway on IH-35. The property is zoned General Business (GB). Applicant: Mid-Cities 35 Partner, Ltd. B. PC2006-016 Consider and act upon a request to for a preliminary plat of the Mid-Cities Subdivision, Unit 2. The 3.091± acre tract is located approximately 700 feet south of Tri-County Parkway on IH-35. The property is zoned General Business (GB). Applicant: Mid-Cities 35 Partner, Ltd. C. PC2006-017 Consider and act upon a request to for a preliminary plat of the Mid-Cities Subdivision, Unit 3. The 6.043± acre tract is located approximately 700 feet south of Tri-County Parkway on 1H-35. The property is zoned General Business (GB). Applicant: Mid-Cities 35 Partners, Ltd. Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission March 14, 2006 Page 1 of 6 D. PC2006-018 Consider and act upon a request to for a preliminary plat of the Mid-Cities Subdivision, Unit 4. The 4.385± acre tract is located approximately 700 feet south of Tri-County Parkway on IH-35. The property is zoned General Business (GB) and Manufacturing-Light (M-1). Applicant: Mid-Cities 35 Partner, Ltd. E. PC2006-019 Consider and act upon a request to for a preliminary plat of the Mid-Cities Subdivision Unit 5, Mid- Cities Boulevard, consists of 2.104± acre right-of--way located approximately 700 feet south of Tri- County Parkway on IH-35. The property is zoned General Business (GB) and Manufacturing-Light (M- 1). Applicant: Mid-Cities 35 Partner, Ltd. Ms. Nichols reviewed staff comments attached herewith and made part of these minutes, which include a recommendation of approval for the entire consent agenda. Ms. Madison gave a brief presentation that explained the Public Improvement District (PID) and how it affects the watershed that intersects the Mid-Cities development. She stated that this is a $3.6 million dollar project that should begin within the next 6 months. Mr. Richmond asked if Mid-Cities is tied into the PID. Ms Madison stated that yes they are and if they decide to proceed with improvements before the PID is approved it would be at the developer's expense. Mr. Clasen stated that the final plats for the Mid-Cities project would not be submitted until the PID is approved. With no further discussion, Mr. Sommers moved to approve the consent agenda. Mr. Van Dine seconded the motion. Vote unanimous. Motion carried. 4. Public Hearing A. PC2006-011 Hold a public hearing and consider and act upon a request for a replat of Wal-Mart Supercenter, Block 1, Lot 6, and establish the Wal-Mart Supercenter, Block 1, Lot 8R. The 0.722± acre tract is located at the southeast corner of FM 3009 and Time Trail. The purpose of the replat is to sell a portion of the property. The property is zoned Manufacture District -Light (M-1). Applicant: CFT Developments, LLC Ms. Ellis reviewed staff comments, attached herewith and made part of these minutes, which include a recommendation of approval. There were 4 letters mailed, with no responses returned. Mr. Rodgers stated that the purpose for the division of property is for a proposed Panda Restaurant. Mr. Brockman stated the agenda states that this is located on Time Trail and the street sign states Four Oaks Lane. Ms. Ellis explained that the legal document recorded at the County stated that the street name is Time Trail. The street name changed to Four Oaks Lane after recording the plat. Mr. Sommers asked if they would still be tied to the Wal-Mart agreement if they replat the property into a Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission March l4, 2006 Page 2 of 6 separate lot. Ms. Ellis explained that the agreement covers the acreage, not by legal description. Mr. Truitt stated that this should be addressed at the site plan not at plat. With no further discussion, Mr. Wallace moved to approve the application. Mr. Grant seconded the motion. Vote Ayes: Mr. Richmond, Mr. Grant, Mr. Wallace, and Mr. Evans. Vote Nay: Mr. Van Dine, Mr. Sommers, and Ms. Tutschke. Motion carried. 5. Items for Individual Consideration: A. PC2006-012 Consider and act upon a request for a site plan for Wal-Mart Super Center, Block 1, Lot 8R, also known as Panda Express Restaurant. The 0.722± acre tract indicates a 2,448 square foot restaurant. The property is located at the southeast corner of FM 3009 and Time Trail. The property is zoned Manufacture District -Light (M-1). Applicant: CFT Developments, LLC Ms. Ellis reviewed staff comments, attached herewith and made part of these minutes, which include a recommendation of approval. Mr. Rodgers stated that there would be no request for a pylon sign for this development and that Panda Express is aware of the signage agreement and intends to comply with its requirements. He stated the there would be the 50-square foot wall sign, two logo signs, the tenant sign placed in the Wal-Mart Super Center Pylon sign, and a directional sign. Mr. Sommers asked if the applicant understands the restrictions placed on the property. Mr. Rodgers stated that he personally has not read the restrictions placed on the property although he is certain that the Panda Express Corporation has. Mr. Sommers asked to clarify that the Panda Express would not apply for a pole sign at a later date. Mr. Rodgers stated that Panda Express has no intention of requesting additional signage. Mr. Truitt reiterated that anyone can request a variance, staff has no control and we must process the application. Mr. Evans stated that he appreciated the berm and shrubs in the landscaping. With no further discussion, Mr. Wallace moved to approve the request. Mr. Grant seconded the motion. Vote unanimous. Motion carried. B. PC2006-009 Consider and act upon a request for a preliminary plat of Kensington Ranch Estates. The 77.565± acre tract contains 184 single family lots. The property is zoned Planned Unit Development (PUD). Applicant: Centex Real Estate Corporation Ms. Ellis reviewed staff comments, attached herewith and made part of these minutes, which include a recommendation of approval. Minutes Planning and Zoning Coimnission March 14, 2006 Page 3 of 6 Mr. Marsh stated that he is interested in developing Kensington Ranch Estates into a gated community, and then realized that the City requires a masonry fence around the entire perimeter of the development. Mr. Marsh stated that he would like an exception to that requirement to construct a 6-to- 8-foot wood fence with caps and rock columns every 50-feet around the property. He stated that he looked into the cost for a masonry fence and has found that it would not be cost effective. The Commission and staff continued discussions with the applicant regarding the gated community verses non-gated community. Mr. Marsh stated that he would like to withdraw his request for a gated community with wood fence and continue with a standard non-gated community with wood fence. With no further discussion, Mr. Wallace moved to approve the request subject to the developer constructing a 6-foot wood fence with caps and rock columns every 50-feet along Savannah Drive through to include Lot 10, Block 12 along the Common Open Space, an 8-foot wood fence along Industrial zoned property with Selma, and add an Air Protection Zone-2 (APZ-2) note. Mr. Grant seconded the motion. Vote unanimous. Motion carried. C. PC2006-010 Consider and act upon a request for a final plat of Kensington Ranch Estates, Unit 1. The 48.089± acre tract contains 69 single family lots. The property is zoned Planned Unit Development (PUD). Applicant: Centex Real Estate Corporation Ms. Ellis reviewed staff comments, attached herewith and made part of these minutes, which include a recommendation of approval. Mr. Van Dine asked for an explanation of the fencing. Mr. Truitt stated that a 6-foot wood fence with caps and a rock column every 50-feet and an 8-foot wood fence along Industrial zoned property would be constructed. With no further discussion, Mr. Van Dine moved to approve the request subject to the developer constructing a 6-foot wood fence with caps and rock columns every 50-feet along Savannah Drive through to include Lot 10, Block 12 along the Common Open Space, an 8-foot wood fence along Industrial zoned property with Selma, and add an Air Protection Zone-2 (APZ-2) note. Mr. Wallace seconded the motion. Vote unanimous. Motion carried. D. PC2006-013 Consider and act upon a request for a Master Plan of the Links at Scenic Hills. The 68.0± acre tract consists of 240 residential lots The property is located at the end of Country Club Boulevard and is zoned Pre-Development (PD). Applicant: K.B. Home Lone Star, L.P. A Texas Limited Partnership Ms. Nichols reviewed staff comments, attached herewith and made part of these minutes, which include a recommendation of approval. Mr. Classen explained that the development platted as The Ridge at Scenic Hills was being marketed as Fairhaven causing issues with construction permitting. He explained that KB Homes is bringing in a new name for the remainder of the development to minimize any confusion. Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission March 14, 2006 Page 4 of 6 Mr. Richmond stated that the proposed development is an improvement from the original Ridge at Scenic Hills master plan. Mr. Van Dine asked about the zoning of the property. Mr. Clasen explained that the original master plan and platting was approved at Residential-6 (R-6) standards with a minimum 6,050-square foot exception and the same is intended for this development. Ms. Nichols stated that the applicant is working with the city to zone the entire Ridge at Scenic Hills and the Fairways at Scenic Hills developments. With no further discussion, Mr. Van Dine moved to approve the request. Mr. Grant seconded the motion. Vote unanimous. Motion carved. E. PC2006-014 Consider and act upon a request to for a preliminary plat of the Links at Scenic Hills, Unit 1. The 19.421± acre tract consists of 69 residential lots, and 2 greenbelts. The property is located at the end of Country Club Boulevard and is zoned Pre-Development (PD). Applicant: K.B. Home Lone Star, L.P. A Texas Limited Partnership Ms. Nichols reviewed staff comments, attached herewith and made part of these minutes, which include a recommendation of approval. Mr. Evans stated that the tank area is not usable property. Mr. Clasen stated that he understands that there is a small portion of land around the perimeter of the tank that is owned by the City although there is additional property that is being added as a buffer that will be maintained by the Homeowners Association. He stated that the final plat would separate the green space area from the City property. Mr. Evans asked for the fence location to be placed on the plat as well. Mr. Evans stated that there is a requirement of three trees to be planted on each lot, two in the front and one in the back, prior to occupancy. Mr. Truitt stated that he would ensure this would be enforced. With no further discussion, Mr. Wallace moved to approve the request. Mr. Van Dine seconded the motion. Vote unanimous. Motion carried. F. Consider and act upon revising the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting dates. Mr. Truitt stated that the staff is bringing this forward as directed by City Council. The City Council has decided to schedule their meetings every Tuesday and have stated that no other Commission or Board would meet at the same time. The days available are Mondays or Wednesdays. Mr. Truitt suggested that Wednesdays would be the most appropriate day since Mondays after the weekend can become very chaotic. Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission March 14, 2006 Page 5 of 6 Mr. Richmond stated that this would be effective as of the March 29, 2006 meeting. With no further discussion, Mr. Sommers moved to approve scheduling future Planning and Zoning meetings for the second and fourth Wednesdays of each Month effective March 29, 2006 at 6:30 p.m.. Mr. Van Dine seconded the motion. Vote Ayes: Mr. Richmond, Mr. Evans, Mr. Van Dine, Mr. Sommers, and Ms. Tutschke. Vote Nays: Mr. Wallace and Mr. Grant. Motion carried. 6. Items for Discussion A. City Council Mr. Wilenchik left the meeting at 7:00 p.m. to attend the City Council meeting. B. Director's Report Mr. Truitt apologized for not adding to the agenda an item requested by Mr. Evans. He explained that this meeting was already impacted by a number of items. Mr. Truitt explained that staff is working on revisions to the tree ordinance and parkland dedication ordinance. Mr. Truitt stated that he is reviewing the comments from Mr. Spain regarding the sign ordinance. C. Planning Commissioner Comments Mr. Richmond: Reminded the Commissioners of the next City Council and Planning and Zoning workshop scheduled for March 15, 2006. Mr. Van Dine: Apologized for not being in attendance at the City Council and Planning and Zoning Workshop session on March 8, 2006. Mr. Grant: Asked when the P&Z Commission will be moving into the new City Council Chambers. Mr. Truitt explained that we would not be using the new Council Chambers until the Department has been trained properly. Mr. Sommers: Would like to see a more comprehensive discussion on the Panda Restaurant. 7. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:28 P.M. ~~~~~ Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission 4 G Recordi Secr ary, ity of Schertz Minutes Planning and Zoning Commission March 14, 2006 Page 6 of 6