Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes - 08/08/2001M
MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
Augm-4 2 "n
PRESENT:
David Rhone, Chairman
Cliff Berg
L. 0. Nelson
Lin Purtle
Bill Rowland
Rusty Sons
Ken Birck
J. C. Bradberry
Steve Seese, Planning Administrator
Paul Stillson, Planner
ABSENT:
Susan Wood Reeves
Danny Richardson
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Rhone at 2:00 p.m.
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No one from the audience wished to address the Commission.
•Members
• Alternate #1
• Alternate #2
• Staff
Ill. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Bradberry a motion to approve minutes from the June 13 th and July 11 th meetings as
submitted., Mr. Birck seconded the motion. Both sets of minutes were passed with a
unanimous vote in favor.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
Public Aearing on Preliminary Plats
The Planning & Zoning commission recommended approval of the following plats
subject to the Standard Conditions of Approval for Final Plats and Replats and any
specific conditions listed below:
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Recommend approval subject to standard conditions and any specific conditions for
Ifinal plats listed below:
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• Submit water and sewer plans to Utilities Engineer; water plans to the Fire
Marshall; and street, sidewalk and drainage plans to the Director of Public
Works. Drainage plans must be complete enough to include impact on
surrounding property and include detention facilities as required by Director of
Public Works.
• Coordinate street lighting plan with Director of Traffic and Transportation, if
underground electric utilities are to be provided.
Note: Approval of a plat does not imply development of property in violation of
the Zoning Ordinance.
1. Belair Addition, Unit Nine (August'01)
a. Note the building limit line In Kell in Block 7 will be 25 feet for multifamily
development or 15 feet for single family or duplex uses.
b. Provide location map.
c. The boundary of Lot 28, Block 8 does not follow the boundary of the general
commercial zoning of that area. A rezoning may be required if general
commercial uses are planned.
d. Extend water and sewer to serve all lots. (PUBLIC WORKS)
e. Construct internal streets in accordance with City standards. (PUBLIC
WORKS)
f. Comply with stormwater detention ordinance. (PUBLIC WORKS)
g. Any drainage improvements must comply with City design criteria. (PUBLIC
WORKS)
h. Transition taper to connect 50 ft. — 60 ft. street. Do not chop it off with a
short taper. (TRAFFIC)
Note: Contact Jack Murphy (Parks Dept. 761-7901) concerning the possibility of
providing a connection for the residents of Belair to the planned Park trail
along the railroad right-of-way.
2. Bluebonnet Park Addition (August'01)
a. Add location map.
b. Label areas that have been platted,
c. Extend water and sewer to serve all lots. (PUBLIC WORKS)
d. Construct all internal streets in accordance with City standards. (PUBLIC
WORKS)
e. Comply with stormwater detention ordinance. (PUBLIC WORKS)
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f. Drainage improvements shall be in accordance with City design criteria -
(PUBLIC WORKS)
3. Ranch Estates, Lots I-C, I-D, 1-E and Lots 2-A, 2-B, 2-C, Block 2 (August
01)
a. Lots are served by water. (PUBLIC WORKS)
b. Lots must be served by approved sewerage system. (PUBLIC WORKS)
c. Comply with stormwater detention ordinance. (PUBLIC WORKS)
d. Comply with curb and gutter requirements. (PUBLIC WORKS)
Public Hearing on Final Plats
Provide utility and drainage easements as required by utility companies and th
Director of Public Works. i
• Submit water and sewer plans; street; sidewalk; and drainage plans to the
Director of Public Works and water plans to the Fire Marshall. Drainage plans
must be complete enough to include impact on surrounding property and include
detention facilities as required by Director of Public Works.
• Coordinate street lighting plan and provide utility easements as required by the
Director of Traffic and Transportation, if underground electric utilities are to be
provided.
Recommend approval subject to standard conditions and any specific conditions list
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1 Belair Addition, Unit Four, Lots 25-A, 25-B and 25-C, Block 21 (August'01)
a. Provide utility slips.
2. Bluebonneft Park Addition, Section Four, Lots 15-24, Block 1(August'01)
a. Provide utility slips.
b. Lots are served by sanitary sewer. (PUBLIC WORKS)
c. Extend water to all lots. (PUBLIC WORKS)
d. Construct street in accordance with City standards. (PUBLIC WORKS)
e. Comply with stormwater detention ordinance. (PUBLIC WORKS)
3. Burlington Call Field Industrial District, Block 6, Lot I -F (August'01)
a. Provide utility slips.
b. Comply with stormwater detention ordinance. (PUBLIC WORKS)
4. Park Place Subdivision, Block M, Replat (August'01)
a. Provide utility slips.
b. Comply with stormwater detention ordinance. (PUBLIC WORKS)
5. Fountain Park, Section 21 -B, Block 18, Lot 30-A (Minor)
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6. West Side Addition, Lots 17-A & 18-A, Block 6, Replat (Minor)
a. Provide utility slips.
Note: Lot 18-A has a limited buildable area. The zoning ordinance requires a
1 0-foot buffer rear setback along the north line of the property.
7. Woodland Creek Addition, Block 2, Lots I -A & 2-A (Minor)
a. Provide utility slips.
Mr. Bradberry made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Mr. Berg seconded t
motion. The Consent Agenda was approved with a unanimous vote in favor. I
V1. REGULAR AGENDA
Chairman Rhone announced that item #4, Case 01-33; item #8, Case C 01-37; and item
#9, Case 01-38 would be moved to the front of the Regular Agenda. He then
introduced Mr. Clark who explained about the moratorium placed by City Council on
future arcades. He further commented that the City's Legal Department has determined
that Section 5905 is in conflict with state law; he recommended the conditional use
process not be acted upon. The ordinance is not enforceable and future owners of
eight liner arcades are not required to pursue the conditional use procedures as long as
all other applicable laws within the City are met. Applicants for these arcades should
check with staff in order to comply with all the necessary requirements for establishing
new businesses in the City.
Chairman Rhone stated the three arcade cases are not required to be heard. Mr. Clark
stated the applicants should check with City staff regarding the details of their
operations. Chairman Rhone stated Cases 01-33, 01-37, and 01-38 would be removed
from this agenda.
1. Notification Replat
Lots I-B and Lot 2, Block 2, Ranch Estates into Lots I-C, I-D, I-E, 2-A, 2-B,
and 2-C, Block 2. Ranch Estates
Cartwright Road
This preliminary plat was approved in February, 2000. Since over a year has passed
and no further platting has occurred, the plat has expired. The owner is reapplying t4
have the plat re -approved for an additional year. Section 212.015 (c) of the Loca.'
Government Code requires public notification for any replat that:
1. Within the past five years had zoning limiting the area to single family or duplex use
and,
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2. Will remove any covenants or deed restrictions on a property.
The notification includes all of the owners of the lots or lands immediately adjoining the
area covered by the proposed replat, and extending 200 feet from that area, but within
the original subdivision.
Staff recommends re -approval of this plat.
Twelve surrounding property owners were notified of this request. None (0) replied in
favor and four (4) or 30.0% were opposed.
Mr. Birck made a motion to approve this replat. Mr. Sons seconded.
Mr. Michael Detrick, applicant, stated that he was a real estate broker and this plat is
being resubmitted because of its inactivity for the previous twelve month period.
2. Notification Replat
Belair Addition, Unit Four, Lots 25-A, 25-B, and 25-C, Block 21
4922 & 4920 Del Rio Trail
The property owner has proposed to replat Belair Addition,Unit Four, Lots 25 and 26,
Block 21, an addition to the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, into Lots 25-A, 25-B and 25-C,
Block 21. When this plat is filed, three lots will exist where there previously were two.
The addresses of the affected properties are: 4922 & 4920 Del Rio Trail.
Section 212.015 (c) of the Local Government Code requires public notification for
certain replats that increase the number of lots and:
1. Within the past five years had zoning limiting the area to single family or duplex use
or,
2. Will remove any covenants or deed restrictions on a property.
The notification includes all of the owners of the lots or lands immediately adjoining the
area covered by the proposed replat, and extending 200 feet from that area, but within
the original subdivision.
Staff recommends approval of this request subject to the following standard conditions.
1. Provide utility approvals.
Twenty-eight surrounding property owners were notified of this request. Six (6) or
21.453% replied in favor and none (0) were opposed.
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Mr. Seese stated that this proposed property of three lots was created from two lots on
the original plat.
The plat was approved with a unanimous vote in favor.
3. Carport in Front Setback
4100 Wrangler Drive
Case 01-32
Mr. Nelson made a motion to approve this carport request. Mr. Birck seconded the
motion.
Twenty-six surrounding property owners were notified of this request. Eight (8) or
320.77% replied in favor and one (1) or 3.85% was opposed.
Mr. Loyd Alexander, applicant, was present. Mr. Alexander explained the carport was
constructed from metal posts, trimmed, gutters with concrete entrance.
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4. Carport in Front Setback
4103 Thomas Avenue
Case C 0 1 -34
Twenty-five surrounding property owners were notified of this request. Nine (9) 36.0%
replied in favor and none (0) were opposed.
Mr. Steve Gardner, representative for the applicant which is his father, explained that
due to a familial physically challenging situation, it would not be favorable for the carport
to be located in the rear of the property. He described the construction of the carport
and mentioned it would be located on the existing driveway.
The carport was approved with a unanimous vote in favor.
5. Manufactured Housing in SF-2
1603-05 31't Street
Case C 01 -35a
Applicant .... ................................. Danny Doan
Requested Action ............................ , Conditional Use Permit for a Manufactured Home
Location ....................................... 1603-5 31st Street
Existing Land Use ........... ........ Two vacant lots
Surrounding Land Uses & Zoning N: Residences, Vacant Lots, SF-2
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S: • Vacant Lots, SF-2
E: Residences, SF-2
W: Vacant land and Residences, SF-2
Commentary.
The applicant is requesting approval • a manufactured home • these two .•
platted vacant lots. The general neighborhood is made up of conventional homes,
vacant lots, and commercial uses along Holliday. Staff feels that a manufactured •
is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood recommends approval of this request.
Conformance with the Zoning Ordinance:
A manufactured home is a conditional use in a Single Family District. The applicant's
property must be replatted prior to the placement of the manufactured home as it will
cross a lot line.
Recommendation:
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Mr. Berg made a motion to approve this request. Mr. Bradberry seconded the motion.
Thirty-two surrounding property owners were notified of this request. Seven (7) or
21.88% replied in favor and none (0) were opposed.
The applicant was present.
The request for the manufactured home passed with a unanimous vote in favor of
approval.
6. Manufactured Housing in SF-2
672 Cartwright Road
Case C 01-36
Applicant...... .................... ........... Anthony Joe Biggers
Requested Action ........................ Conditional Use Permit for a Manufactured Home
Property ......................................... Proposed Lot I-C, Block 2, Ranch Estates
Location ......................................... 672 Cartwright Road
Existing Land Use ........................Vacant Lot
Surrounding Land Uses & Zoning N: Residence, SF-1
S: Vacant, SF-1
E: Residences, SF-1
W: Vacant land and Residences, SF-1
Commentary.
The applicant is requesting approval of a manufactured home on this tract in Ranch
Estates. This is currently • • a preliminary • approved February 2000. As the
approval • this • has lapsed, it is being submitted for re -approval.
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The general neighborhood is made up of conventional homes, mobile homes,
manufactured homes and vacant lots. Staff feels that a manufactured home is
compatible with the surrounding neighborhood recommends approval of this request.
Conformance with the Zoning Ordinance:
A manufactured home is a conditional use in a Single Family District. The applicant's
property must be platted prior to the placement of the manufactured home.
Recommendation:
Eight surrounding property owners were notified of this request. None (0) replied in
favor and one (1) or 12.5% was opposed.
VII. OTHER BUSINESS
1. Weather Shades
Section 5915 Weather Shades
There shall be allowed metal, cloth, canvas or similar such materials to be commercially
installed for weather -related protection over vehicle sales lots, playgrounds and other
approved situations under the following conditions:
A. All components associated with either the shade or supporting structure shall be
new materials at time of installation.
B. A metal frame shall be used to support the shades.
C. The minimum height of shades shall be seven feet as measured from grade to
the lowest point of the shade or supporting structure. The minimum height of
shades within 25 feet of a property line shall be 10 feet. The supporting structure
shall remain open on all sides.
D. No advertisements, logos, flags, pennants, lights or other such items shall be
attached or otherwise applied to either the shade or supporting structure.
Lighting intended for illumination under the shade shall be allowed if the light
source is not visible from a public street or adjacent property.
E. Individual shades shall be of a single color.
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F. Faded, torn or otherwise damaged shades shall be immediately repaired or
replaced. Repaired shades will resemble new shades.
G. Once the use has discontinued operation, the shade, supporting structure and
associated appurtenances shall be removed.
H. The design of the mounting or installation of the shade shall meet all building
code requirements which include, but are not limited to foundation for supporting
structures, flame retardancy and/or resistance, within applicable flame spread
indices and electrical codes, wind loading, and other applicable codes. Prior to
the installation of a shade or supporting structure, the Department of Community
Development shall approve detailed engineering and site plans of the proposal
with conditions herein addressed.
Shades shall be installed and maintained according to manufacturer
specifications where such specifications are in accordance with conditions
herein.
J. No part of a shade or supporting structure shall interfere with the health, growth
or placement of landscaping.
K. Supporting structures and any shade overhang shall be placed a minimum of 10
feet from a property line.
L. Should manufacturer's specifications or building official require the installation of
ground -mounted guy wires, the area of the ground around the guy wire shall be
adequately marked or identified to prevent tripping or other injury. Guy wires
shall only be allowed for temporary uses and subject to Section 6600, and shall
not be allowed around open permanent playgrounds.
M. A building permit shall be required.
N. With the exception of the General Commercial zoning district, weather shades
shall only be allowed within non-residential zoning districts. An exception to this
provision may exist for playgrounds and similar approved situations.
Mr. Seese stated that the Building Inspections Dept. will be responsible for the
requirements concerning the structure's foundation. The current code requires an
engineered structure which will comply with standards for fire spreading, heat indices,
and wind loading.
Ms. Purtle asked if these shades could be located in residential areas; Mr. Seese
replied they could but not in the front setback.
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Mr. Berg made a motion to recommend approval to City Council to accept Section 5915
Weather Shades as part of the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Bradberry seconded the motion.
The recommendation passed with a unanimous vote in favor.
2. Recreational Vehicle Parks
Mr. Seese stated that the development of RV parks was under consideration when the
manufactured housing regulations were revised. Parks are currently only allowed in
RDD and called "trailer parks" or "trailer courts". With the advancement oftechnology,
the newer term is "RV parks". The basis for the formation of these regulations was
derived from the American National Standard Institute, the City's Public Works and
Health Departments, and the revision of current City policies and codes.
Mr. Berg made a motion to recommend approval to City Council to accept Section 5640
Recreational Vehicle Parks as part of the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Bradberry seconded
the motion. The recommendation passed with a unanimous vote in favor.
3. City Council Update
a. Appeal of Communication Tower at 4729 Jacksboro, Highway
The Airport Zoning Board of Appeals placed a limitation on the height of this tower. City
16 KIN Council approved the appeal of this case and denied the tower location.
b. Appeal of Communication Tower at 206 Indiana Avenue
This case was appealed to City Council to reverse the P&Z approval; Council upheld
this Commission's recommendation.
c. Amendment to Carport Ordinance
The carport ordinance was approved; P&Z can now approve carports with paved rear
accesses.
d. Moratorium on Eight Liner Arcades and Other Arcades Dispensing Tickets
A moratorium was placed on these arcades pending Council review.
4. Staff Comments/Discussion
Mr., Clark stated that the alternative members were moved to regular status; a new
alternative member was appointed.
5. Discussion of Items of Concern to Members of the P&Z Commission
Mr. Berg requested that his zoning ordinance be updated. Mr. Seese stated that new
books would be ready for all members soon.
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Mr. Seese reported that the moratorium on eight liners would be in effect for six months
4 or until the i 's regulations are approved by Council. Mr. Seese stated that this
Commission would review those regulations when they become ready.
Mr. Birck stated that he would like the Commission to review the construction and
design of carports so they would be more in line with the architectural design of the
house. Chairman Rhone stated that in areas where there are no carports, the
construction should be considered. Mr. Birck asked if staff could prepare the carport
customers for this procedure. Mr. Seese stressed consistency with design and
construction throughout the City. Mr. Birck stated he would like to see carports with
pitched roofs if the houses have pitched roofs; and the same for construction with
composition shingles. There was more discussion regarding the Commission's
responsibility, regulating the design and construction and costs to the citizens, and deed
restrictions. Councilor Burns reminded the Commission that the 200 foot notification to
surrounding property owners allows for citizens' input regarding neighborhood
situations, such as carports.
VII. ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 2:45 p.m.
David Rhone, Chairman
ATTEST:
Steve Seese, City Planning Administrator
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