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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-12-15 - P&Z Meeting Minutes ti MINUTES OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION FILE COPY OF THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE, TEXAS , HELD ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15 , 1938 - 6 : 00 P .M. The regular meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Stephenville, Texas was called to order by Chairman Charles Castleberry with the following members present : Chairman : Charles Castleberry Members : Don Beach Virginia Dorris Billy Hassler Nicki Beth Jones Jerry Singleton Sam Taylor Barbara Terrell David Tomlinson Bill Trogdon and with the following members absent : None . Others attending were Director of Public Works Danny Johnson, Planning & Inspections Coordinator Betty Chew and others . ITEM I : CONSIDER FOR APPROVAL MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 17 , 1988 MEETING. Commissioner Tomlinson moved approval of the minutes of the November 17 , 1988 meeting as written. Commissioner Hassler seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : All members present voted aye. NOES : None. ITEM II : CONSIDER FINAL PLAT OF A REPLAT OF LOT 1 , BLOCK 5 , NORTH WEDGEWOOD SUBDIVISION, ERATH COUNTY, TEXAS . Betty Chew, Planning & Inspections Coordinator addressed the Commission stating Block 5 , North Wedgewood Subdivision was originally platted as a single 5 . 788 acre commercial tract . The resubdivision contains 21 lots . The 20 lots fronting on Wedgewood Drive , are being platted for development with duplex/townhouse type structures . Lot 21, Block 5 is a 3. 36 acre commercial tract . Mr. Currier has submitted a Site Development Plan for this property . The preliminary plat was approved as presented with an additional fire hydrant to be installed by the developer along the Lingleville Hwy. frontage. The improvement plans for Block 5 , North Wedgewood Subdivision have been reviewed and approved by the Public Works Department. The improvement plans reflect the additional fire hydrant . Commissioner Trogdon moved the Planning & Zoning Commission recommend to the City Council that the 1 . 3 { i • Final Plat of a Replat of Lot 1, Block 5 , North Wedgewood Subdivision, Erath County, Texas be approved as presented. Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : All members present voted aye. NOES : None. ITEM III : CONSIDER SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PART OF LOT 2 , BLOCK 70 , CITY ADDITION AND PART OF LOT 2 , BLOCK 74, CITY ADDITION. Danny Johnson, Director of Public Works addressed the Commission stating Thomas Christopher Wier, owner of the property is submitting a site development plan for consideration. The property consists of a 47 . 73 acre tract and has a B-2 "Secondary and Highway Business District" zoning classification. Mr. Wier has submitted an application to rezone 8 . 95 acres to a B-4 "Private Club District" zoning classification. Mr. Wier proposes to develope the property with a 36 , 000 square foot arena and an adjacent 9 , 000 square foot restaurant and club . A 40 , 000 square foot horse barn and a 2 , 400 square foot convenience store are proposed on the south side of the property . The existing residence located on the southeast corner of the is to be remodeled and additional property area added. This building will be used for retail lease space when completed. A golf driving range and pro shop will be located on the northeast side of the property. The p developer proposes to construct a water line p and install a fire hydrant to a point in the parking 1 lot between the horse barn and the arena. A variance to the utility extension policy, to not be required to construct the water line to the furtherest property line at this time is being requested. The developer proposes to serve the site with sanitary sewer from an existing outfall line located on the west side of the Basque River. The developer is requesting the City Council grant a variance from the Subdivision Ordinance and Utility Extension Policy, which would require the developer to pay for all off- site construction to serve the proposed development . Mr. Wier is requesting the City pay for the construction of the lift station and sewer line located off the development site. If this variance is not granted the developer would request the entire site be served by a private septic tank system. The proposed development abuts Hwy. 108 (S . Graham Street) and U. S . Hwy. 377-67 (South Loop) . The developer has applied to the Texas Highway Department for one 45 foot driveway approach on U. S . 377-67 and one 45 foot and 2. V 1 T t { t � two 30 foot driveway approaches on S . Graham Street . The Texas Highway Department has approved these driveway approaches and improvements contingent upon concurrance with the City of Stephenville . The City Staff would encourage negotiation with the developer to secure a dedication for a south entrance to the City Park across this property. All proposed structures within the 100 year flood plain will require flood protection by elevating to 1 foot above the flood plain elevation. The horse barn and arena may be wet flood proofed or elevated to 1 foot above the flood plain. A grading plan will need to be submitted when application is made for a building permit . Ronnie Isham, Director of Parks & Recreation addressed the Commission stating the need for a south entrance to the City Park. Mr. Isham stated a dedication in the area of the driving range to the circle at the tennis courts would serve the south side of the park adequately. John Rocka representing his stepson Thomas Christopher Wier addressed the Commission stating the Highway Department had indicated they were flexable with regard to the driveway locations . Mr. Rocka stated he would try to work with the City on access to the park area but due to the horses , control of the area was essential . Mr. Rocka further stated the proposed development would add to the tax base along with the additional business the people attending the horse shows would bring to Stephenville. Carroll Golightly, 861 S . Graham Street addressed the Commission stating he would like to see the City participate in the sewer and water extension, which would enable the people on the east side of S . Graham Street to have sewer service available to their property. Billy Mobley, representing the Chamber of Commerce addressed the Commission stating he would encourage the Commission to have a favorable consideration for this development as it would bring additional people to Stephenville and increase sales tax revenue and motel occupancy tax revenue . Mr. Mobley further stated this would eliminate the need for an arena facility when the community activity center is again considered. Commissioner Dorris moved the Planning & Zoning Commission recommend to the City Council that the Revised Site Development Plan of Part of Lot 2 , Block 70 , City Addition and Part of Lot 2 , Block 74, City Additiondated 12/15/88 be approved with the following recommendations : 3. 1. Site Development Plan to reflect the driveway locations shown on Texas Highway Department Permit Applications . 2 . Encourage the City Council to negotiate with the developer on the water line extension, off-site sewer line extension and sewer lift station. 3 . Encourage the City Council to negotiate with the developer to secure a street dedication for an entrance to the City Park on S. Graham Street . Commissioner Taylor seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : All members present voted aye. NOES : None . ITEM IV: REQUEST TO CONTINUE CONSIDERATION, AT THE JANUARY 19 , 1989 PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MEETING, OF THE REQUEST TO REZONE FROM B-2 "SECONDARY AND HIGHWAY BUSINESS DISTRICT" TO B-4 "PRIVATE CLUB DISTRICT" , 8. 95 ACRES OF LOT 2 , BLOCK 74, CITY ADDITION, AS PROVIDED IN SECTION XI I-2. l0-B OF THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE. Chairman Castleberry stated the applicant was requesting the Commission continue consideration of his rezoning request as provided in Section XXII-2. 10-B of the City of Stephenville Zoning Ordinance. Commissioner Singleton moved the Planning & Zoning Commission continue consideration of the request to rezone from B-2 "Secondary and Highway Business District" to B-4 "Private Club District" , 8. 95 acres of Lot 2 , Block 74, City Addition, at their January 19 , 1989 meeting. Commissioner Trogdon seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : Commissioners Dorris , Hassler, Jones , Singleton, Taylor, Terrell, Tomlinson, Trogdon and Chairman Castleberry . NOES : None. ABSTAINED: Commissioner Beach. There being no other business to come before the Commission the meeting adjourned at 7 :30 P .M. 6har1es Castl erry, Chairman 4. t k • • ti PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1988 - 6 :00 P .M. 1. Consider for app roval minutes of November 17 , 1988 meeting. 2. Consider Final Plat of a Replat of Lot 1, Block 5 , North Wedgewood Subdivision, Erath County, Texas . Consider Site Development Plan for Part of Lot 2 , Block 70 , 3 . � City Addition and Part of Lot 2 , Block 74, C y Addition. 4. Request to continue consideration, et the January 19 , 1989 p a meeting, of the request to Planning & Zoning Commission g, q rezone from B-2 "Secondary and Highway Business District" to B-4 "Private Club District", 8 . 95 acres of Lot 2 , Block 74, City Addition, as provided in Section XXII--2. 10-B of the City of Stephenville Zoning Ordinance. 1 ik PZ-88-12-02 STAFF REPORT REFERENCE: Kenneth Currier Name of Applicant/Owner Final Plat of a Replat Lot 1, Block 5, North Wedgewood Subdivision Location of Property in Question Block 5, North Wedgewood Subdivision was originally platted as a single 5 . 788 acre commercial tract. _ The resubdivision of Block 5 , North Wedgewood Subdivision contains 21 lots . Lots 1 thru 20 , fronting on Wedgewood Dirve, are being platted for development with duplex/townhouse type structures . Mr . Currier requested and received an R-2 "One-Four Family Dwelling District" zoning classification for these lots . Lot 21 , Block 5, North Wedgewood Subdivision is a 3. 36 acre commercial tract . The 3 . 36 acre lot has a B-2 "Secondary and Highway Business District" zoning classification. Mr. Currier submitted a Site Development Plan for this property to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council, which was approved November 1, 1988 . The Preliminary Plat of a Replat of Block 5 , North Wedgewood Subdivision was approved as presented with an additional fire hydrant to be installed by the developer along the Lingleville Hwy. frontage to meet State Board of Insurance requirements . Mr. Currier is now presenting the Final Plat of Block 5 , North Wedgewood Subdivision for approval. The improvement plans for Block 5, North Wedgewood Subdivision have been reviewed and approved by the Public Works Department. The Planning & Inspections Staff has reviewed the Final Plat of a Replat of Lot 1, Block 5, North Wedgewood Subdivision and determined that it complies with the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance and recommends approval as presented. PZ-88-12-03 44- STAFF REPORT REFERENCE : Thomas Christopher Wier Name of Applicant/Owner Site Development Plan Part of Lot 2 , Block 70, City Addn. and Part of Lot 2 , Block 74, City Addn. Location of Property in Question Christhopher Wier, • owner, of the above referenced property is submitting a site development plan for consideration. The City of Stephenville Subdivision Ordinance, Article V-E- (12) states site plans shall be filed with the City for approval by the Commission and City Council as required by the Zoning Ordinance. The property consists of a 47 . 73 acre tract and has a B-2 "Secondary and Highway Business District" zoning classification. Mr. Wier has submitted an application to rezone 8 . 95 acres to a B-4 "Private Club District" zoning classification. Mr . Wier proposes to develope the property with a 36 ,000 square foot arena which seats /100 people and an adjacent 9 , 000 square foot restaurant and club . A 40 ,000 square foot horse barn is proposed on the south side of the property . A 2 , 400 square foot convenience store is also proposed on the south side of the property. The existing residence located on the southeast corner of the property will be remodeled and additional area added to the building. This building will have 2 ,400 square feet of retail lease space when completed. A golf driving range and pro shop will be located on the northeast side of the property. The Planning & Inspections Staff has reviewed the Site Development Plan and noted the followong items for review: WATER: The developer is proposing to make a tap on an existing 16 inch City water line located on the site to serve the proposed development . Since this would be a private water line, a water meter would need to be installed at the City 's easement line. The developer is proposing to install a fire hydrant at point "B" . Buildings "F" and "G" would be served from an existing 3/4" water main located on S . Graham Street. Both structures will be served by one water meter. Buildings "H" and "I" will be served from an existing 3/4" water main. The proposed layout by the developer will provide water service to the proposed development and would provide a fire hydrant . The proposed plan does not meet the City Utility Extension Policy or the State Board of Insurance Standards for fire protection. 1. PZ-88-12-03 The City' s Utility Extension Policy (12/04/73) requires water and sewer lines be installed across property lines in every instance . This provides for water service lines to be extended to areas beyond the proposed project for future developments . The State Board of Insurance Standards require fire hydrants be spaced so all structures are no further away in a direct line than 500 feet and that fire hydrants be spaced along a water main every 300 feet in a mercantile, industrial and heavily congested residential area. According to the State Board of Insurance , non-recognized water mains or fire hydrants have serious effects on the cost of fire insurance for structures served by them. The structures are classified as unprotected and for them the Key Rate is $1 . 00 . The Key Rate of the city or town is also quite likely to be higher as a result of non-recognized mains and hydrants , depending on their percent of the total , and where located. There is therefore a double penalty for non-recognized mains and hydrants . A non- recognized water main or fire hydrant is one that is not owned and maintained by the City. SEWER: The developer is proposing to ask the City Council to construct a sewer main from an existing sewer main and extend it to his property line along with a lift station. The developer would construct a private line from this point to serve buildings "C" , "D" , "E" and "F" . He proposes to serve buildings "G" , "H" and "I" with septic tanks . The Utility Extension Policy of the City of Stephenville requires the developer pay for off-site construction costs of utilities and therefore the developer would need to request a variance to the Utility Extension Policy if the City is to construct and pay for the off-site sewer line and lift station. The Subdivision Ordinance requires all subdivisions be provided with an approved sewage disposal system and where the subdivision is inside the city limits it shall be connected to the city sanitary sewer system. If a portion of the property is to be served by a septic tank system as proposed by the developer a variance from the Subdivision Ordinance would be required. The Utility Extension Policy requires water and sewer lines be installed across property lines in every instance. The developer wishes to request a variance from this policy. STREETS : The proposed development abuts Hwy. 108 (S . Graham Street) on the east and U. S . 377-67 (South Loop) on the south. The developer has applied to the Texas Highway Department for one 45 foot driveway approach on U. S . 377-67, one 45 foot , two 30 foot driveway approaches and to widen an existing drive from 12 foot to 30 foot on Hwy. 108. The Texas Highway Department has approved these driveway approaches and improvements contingent upon concurrance with proper authorities of the City of Stephenville . 2 . _ _ PZ-88-12-03 EASEMENTS : The developer has not indicated any easements on the site plan. Easements will be needed to serve the property with electric service. DRAINAGE : All proposed structures within the 100 year flood plain will require flood protection Thy elevating to 1 foot above the flood plain elevation. The horse barn and arena may be wet flood proofed by having openings in walls which would allow flood water to pass through or will have to be elevated to 1 foot above the flood plain. Detention will not be required as the site drains directly into the flood plain. A grading plan will need to be submitted with application for building permit . The Planning & Inspections Staff' s review of the Site Development Plan indicates the developer is requesting the following variances to the Subdivision Ordinance and Utility Extension Policy . 1. Water and sanitary sewer lines to be installed to furthest property line. 2. A portion of the property to be served by a septic tank system rather than connect to the City sewer system. 3. Developer is requesting the City of Stephenville pay for off-site construction costs of a sewer main and lift station. 4. Proposed fire hydrant and hydrant location do not meet State Board of Insurance requirements . 3 . _ . PZ-88-12-04 MEMORANDUM DATE December 8 , 1988 TO Planning & Zoning Commission Members FROM : Betty Chew,Planning & Inspections Coord. SUBJECT : Continuation of Rezoni **************41***4*************************k******************* Mr. Chris Weir is requesting the Planning & Zoning Commission .continue consideration of his application to rezone from B-2 "Secondary and Highway Business District" to B-4 "Private Club District" , 8 . 95 acres of Lot 2 , Block 74, City Addition , as provided in SECTION XXII-2. 10-B of the Zoning Ordinance : PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION RULES OF PROCEDURE 2 . 10 MOTIONS : B. A motion to approve any matter before the Commission or to recommend approval of any request requiring Council action shall require two-thirds (2/3) favorable votes of the members present . When fewer than all the members are present for the voting and when all motions to recommend on a given application fail to carry two-thirds (2[3) votes , consi eration ot the application shalle continued to the next regular meeting upon motion carried by a majorrty of those present . Provided further that no request or application shall be continued under this rule beyond the next regular meeting; failure of the Commission to secure two-thirds (2/3) concurring votes to approve or recommend approval at said next regular meeting shall be recorded in the minutes as a denial of the proposal under this rule . If motion is made and carries the Planning & Zoning Commission . would continue consideration of the zoning application at the January 19, 1989 meeting. PZ-88-12-04 e December 2, 1988 City of Stephenville Stephenville, TX 76401 Attention: Betty Chew - Reference: Request for removal of Thomas Christopher Weir Development project from the city council agenda, for re-hearing at next city planning and zoning meeting. Dear Mrs. Chew: We are requesting that the above referenced project be taken off the agenda for council meetingand scheduled for re-hearing at the next planning the next city _ werenot present to vote and zoning meetingbecause all the members of the P & Z g at the last meeting. We feel that if all the members are present the project will have a better chance to go to the city council with a positive recommendation. Thank you. Sincerely, Zve Chris Weir By John Rocka Mgr. 1- L- µi