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MINUTES Notice was posted in the time and manner required by law and quorum was present.
CALL TO ORDER Chairman George called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE AND INVOCATION Chairman George offered the Invocation and Commissioner Porter led the Pledge of Allegiance. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION No one appeared to speak. CONSENT AGENDA ITEM
Thompson stated that the rezoning Case Number 01-05, Public Hearing Action 1, was approved with the stipulation that lots 11 and 12 of Block C be changed to face the longer rather than shorter street. Motion was made by Commissioner Chapman, seconded by Commissioner Snider to approve the minutes with the change noted. Motion passed 6 – 0. ACTION ITEMS
Thompson stated that the intention of the applicant is to combine Lots 3 and 4 into one Lot, on which to construct a 24,158 square feet building to be used for a specialty automotive restoration business. The Site Plan illustrates that the building will be somewhat centered between two major drives. Staff did have some concerns about the drive on the south being too close to the existing drive on the neighboring property, but understands that the proposed circulation pattern will allow large trucks to come in from the south and circulate through the building. There is also a significant grade change at the property line and street, which is too steep for an entry drive. The fire lane enters at these drives but goes to the east of the building in order not to conflict with truck circulation. The circulation pattern allows large auto-haulers to come straight through the overhead door on the south and out the overhead door on the north, then out the drive. Staff recommends a variance from the Code on the distance between the two major drives and believes that the proposal meets all other appropriate technical requirements and recommends approval. Thompson stated further that a Replat to connect these two properties will be considered in tonight’s agenda also, and a utility and access easement will be platted on those lots by that action. Mr. Henry Luman, 5105 Greensboro, Sachse, Texas, president of Concrete Walls, represented David Wood the owner of the property. Commissioners expressed some concerns regarding the screening used on the east side of the property. The Zoning Ordinance requires a 20-foot setback and six-foot masonry or wood fence be constructed on an industrial property line when it is adjacent to a residential district such as on the southeast. Mr. Luman requested for live screening be allowed along the residential area instead of a wall in order not to damage the existing trees. Commissioner Phillips recommended that the Zoning Board of Adjustment consider the variance of screen type. Thompson stated that the Ordinance is somewhat limited to what can be considered by the Zoning Board of Adjustment, concluding that the Commission can approve a waiver of the variance of screen materials as a stipulation of Site Plan approval. Mr. Luman stated that a retaining wall would be put up along the back of the property where required by the change in topography. However, if he puts a solid footing for a retaining wall all along the property line, the retaining wall would have to be set back to accommodate the existing power easement. Mr. Luman stated further that the wall would be more toward the west and the building so not to interrupt the existing trees. The grade will be up against the west side of the building rather than the east, and that area landscaped. On the Site Plan, a chain link fence is shown outside the retaining wall. The intent was, after discussion, to put the chain link fence on top of the retaining wall. Commissioner George expressed concern regarding the north side of the property. Mr. Luman stated the chain link fence would be on all sides of the property for security. The Commission suggested that the fence along Century Way not be a chain link fence, but rather some aesthetic material such as wrought iron. Mr. Luman stated he would discuss the use of wrought iron with the owner but the type of screen has not yet been finalized. Commissioner George asked what the building would look like. Mr. Luman stated the building would have the same structure as the building across street, which is a metal building with brick on the front and sides visible from the street. The roof will have a 1: 12 pitch. Motion was made by Commissioner Phillips, seconded by Commissioner Chapman, to approve the Site Plan with live screening to the southeast and decorative fencing along the front. Motion passed 6 – 0. Thompson stated that this Final Plat will be a replat of Lots 3 and 4 of Block C to create the single Lot 3B, totaling 2.03 acres. The new Lot will accommodate the previous discussed Site Plan for Millennium Motorsports. The property is zoned Industrial and meets all the technical requirements and subdivision regulations. Staff recommends approval. There was no further discussion. Motion was made by Commissioner Carter to approve the Final Plat, seconded by Commissioner Wiseman. Motion passed 6-0. WORK SESSION
Thompson reminded Commissioners that the City Council begins a 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24th and the work session would begin immediately after the City Council agenda is completed at approximately 7:00 p.m. The Consultant and staff will introduce the draft of the Zoning Ordinance, and Commissioners are encouraged to be present to share their opinions with and receive guidance from the Council. A special motion was made by Commissioner Carter, seconded by everyone, to commend and salute Commissioner George on his birthday, which will be on July 21, 2001. ADJOURNMENT Motion was made by Commissioner Carter, seconded by Commissioner Phillips, to adjourn. Motion passed 6-0, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:42 p.m..
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