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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/11/2012 P&Z MINUTES CITY OF THE COLONY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 11, 2012 After determining that a quorum was present, the Platming and Zoning Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas convened into regular session which was held on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at 6:30PM in the City Council Chambers located in City Hall, 6800 Main Street, The Colony, Texas, at which time the following items were addressed: Board Members Present: Brian Wade, Chairman; Richard Bambury; Karen Hames; and Shannon Hebb. Board Members Absent: Cesar Molina Jr., Eddie McCormick, Debbie Morrison Staff Present: Mike Joyce, AICP, Development Services Director; Brooks Wilson, AICP, Senior Planner; Gordon Scruggs, Engineering Director; Ed Voss, City Attorney; Brian McNuelty, Recording Secretary 1.0 CALL REGULAR SESSION TO ORDER Chairman Wade called the meeting to order at 6:30 Pm. 1.2 Citizen Input No citizen input was received. 2.0 CONSENT AGENDA 2.1 Consider approval of the minutes of the August 14, 2012 Regular Session. It was moved by Commissioner Hames to approve Item 2.1 as presented, seconded by Commissioner Hebb. Motion carried (4-0). 3.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS 3.1 Z12-0002, Planned Development District No. 27 Conduct a public hearing, discuss and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a zoning change on a tract of land totaling approximately 12.88 acres, generally located at the southeast corner of Blair Oaks Drive and Memorial Drive, from a Business Park (BP) zoning district to a Planned Development (PD-27) district; providing the permissible uses and development standards thereof. Ms. Wilson presented the staff report. Commissioner Hebb asked to explain the difference between a Business Park zoning district and a Planned Development. Ms. Wilson answered Business Park zoning does not allow outdoor or indoor recreation facilities. Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission September 11, 2012 Page 2 of 4 Dominick Crespo, 9400 North Central Expressway, Suite 1616 Dallas, Texas, representing Top Golf, offered to answer any questions from the commissioners. Commissioner Hebb asked if the complex would be similar to the Top Golf in Allen in terms of topography. Mr. Crespo answered that the grading will depend on the site drainage and the engineering analysis of the property. He added that the exterior elevations will be improved and the number of golfing bays will be increased compared to Allen. Commissioner Hebb asked about the lighting on site. Mr. Crespo answered that the proposed lighting will illuminate the trajectory of the golf balls in flight. Commissioner Hebb asked is there going to be special screening on which advertising may be placed. Mr. Crespo answered that any additional features on the screening, such as graphics, would add weight that would exceed the proposed wind load. Ms. Wilson added that signage on fences is not allowed by the City's Sign Ordinance. Commissioner Hebb asked about employment opportunities. Mr. Crespo answered that on Friday nights at the Allen facility we have 100-125 associates, from managers to bay hosts to event planners. Top Golf is a growing company with many career opportunities for employees to move up through the ranks. Commissioner Hebb asked if Top Golf is a seasonal business. Mr. Crespo answered that it is a year-round business, with heaters in winter and misters in summer to keep the attendees comfortable. Chairman Wade asked what kind of retail will be included. Ms. Wilson responded they will have a restaurant with on-premises alcohol sales and a pro shop. Mr. Crespo added that Top Golf has brand items for sale and a first class restaurant is planned. Chairman Wade asked staff if a site plan has been submitted. Ms. Wilson responded that staff has not received a site plan submittal. Chairman Wade asked about the concept plan included in the zoning request. Chairman Wade asked about the "dashed" area within the parking lot. Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission September 11, 2012 Page 3 of 4 Ms. Wilson responded that the original plan called for a miniature golf course in that location, which is not going to be included as part of Phase 1. Mr. Crespo added that 60% of Top Golf customers are not golfers, but rather families and business people who are looking for a place to meet and have fun. Commissioner Hebb asked if the site plan will be forthcoming. Ms. Wilson answered that the site plan and associated plat will be submitted soon. The tract currently has a preliminary plat that has been approved. Commissioner Harries asked if Top Golf is going to ensure that a certain percentage of employees would be residents of The Colony. Mr. Crespo answered that Top Golf is an equal employment opportunity company. Chairman Wade opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward to speak. Chairman Wade closed the Public Hearing. It was moved by Commissioner Bambury to approve Items 3.1 as presented, seconded by Commissioner Hebb. Motion carried (4-0). 3.0 PUBLIC HEARING 3.2 SI12-0013 Revisions to the Schedule of Land and Uses Matrix Conduct a public hearing, discuss and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding revisions to Section 10-100, Use of Land and Buildings of Appendix A, Zoning Ordinance, specifically the use, "Eating place with beer, wine and liquor" to: 1. Allow by right in the Office (0-1 and 0-2), Shopping Center (SC), General Retail (GR), Commercial (LC and HC), Industrial (I), and Business Park (BP) zoning districts in lieu of an approval of a Specific Use Permit (SUP); and, 2. Not allow this use in the Multiple Family (M-1, M-2, M-3, and M-4) zoning districts. Mr. Joyce presented the staff report. Commissioner Hames thanked staff for finding the error. Commissioner Hebb stated that the ordinance, when changed, would continue to allow on- premises alcohol sales in restaurants. Mr. Joyce responded affirmatively. Ms. Wilson added that this change would allow restaurants that wish to serve alcoholic drinks to their customers to avoid the Specific Use Permit (SUP) process. Chairman Wade opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward to speak. Chairman Wade closed the Public Hearing. Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission September 11, 2012 Page 4 of 4 It was moved by Commissioner Hames to approve Items 3.2 as presented, seconded by Commissioner Bambury. Motion carried (4-0). There being no further questions or discussion, Chairman Wade adjourned the meeting at 6:54 p.m. C a e, Chairman " 6-~t' a Jri'aer2JNuelty' Actin) Recording Secretary