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MINUTES OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS
HELD ON JANUARY 24, 1989
A REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City
of The Colony, Texas was called to Order at 7:35 p.m. at City Hall
5151 North Colony Blvd. with the following Members in attendance:
AGNES FOSTER CHAIRPERSON
EARL BRANTLEY MEMBER
JAMES VANDERBERG MEMBER
ROY MARIN MEMBER
BILLY OWENS MEMBER
with Member Doss absent due to business, however, a quorum was
established. Also in attendance were Bob van Til, Administrative
Staff Planner; Dick WEaver, Councilman; Tommy Turner, Public
Works Director; Judy Shirk, REcording Secretary: at this time
the following items weue discussed:
* 1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 13, 1988 MEETING.
At this time Chairperson Foster asked that a correction be
made in the minutes. She (Foster) did not appoint anyone
to serve on the Landscape Ordinance. She did mention that
Member Blake (still on the Commission at this time) and
Member Matin were interested. I With the correction noted,
Member Vanderberg made a motion to approve the minutes of the
December 13, 1988 meeting. Member Branttey seconded the
motion and it carried with all Members voting aye.
2. CITIZEN,?INPUT.
Several citizens came forward with concerns regarding North-
Pointe Phase II and the possibility that the Commission may
consider opening Twitty and the Alley behind Turner.
Marlene Poole
5640 Twitty
Ms. Poole informed the Commission that she (Marlene) had
recieved a call from the Mayor in regards to this concern.
Mayor Amick had requested that she attend this meeting and
talk to the Commission. Ms. Poole stated that the Northpointe
Phase II had been approved by the City Council but with the
stipulation that Twitty remain closed. The Commission does
not have the authority to change this decision during this
Final Plat phase.
Wanda Pazage
5644 Twitty
Ms. Pazage does not want Twitty opened. If this street is
opened it will creat a Minneaplis freeway.
Carol S~th
5557 Turner
Ms. Smith does ~not want the alley behind Turner opened to
through traffic from the Northpointe Phase II area.
Mr. Small
~56§2 Tucker
Mu. Small stated that he does concur with the planning as it
is now and he thanked Fox & Jacobs for being available to
talk to the residents regarding this item.
Cathy Bock
North Colony Blvd.
Ms. Bock stated that Fox & Jacobs doesn not care if the
alley or the street are closed or not. They will work with
the City and the residents tomake sure that the addition is
done properly.
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With no further comments from the residents on th~s item
Chairperson Foster moved on the next agenda item.
3. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE APPLICATION MAKE BY
LEWISVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT TO AMEND ORDINANCE
465 (JANUARY 5, 1987) TO RELOCATE THE PROPOSED SCHOOL SITE
NORTH ON ETHERIDGE DRIVE BETWEEN HOWARD AND DURBIN STREETS.
Chairperson Foster informed the Commission that sence L.I.
S.D. had withdrawn their request for the change in site that --
the Commission does not have any further action to be
taken on this item.
4. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE COLONY NUMBER 28 PHASE III
FINAL PLAT.
Mr. Steve Stolte of Fox & Jacobs addressed the citizens and
the Commission. Mr. stolte informed the Commission that
they (F&J) had planned a site for a Fire Station or possibly
a Day Care Facility, but that the residents wanted t~ area
residential so this is what F&J will do at this time.
Member Brantley asked about lots 1 thru 36, south of North
Colony Blvd., is that t ten (10) feet building line or
deeper through this area?
Mr. van Til answered that he believed it is a ten (10 feet
building line.
Member Brantley stated that he did not want the houses out of
line with the existing fences.
Mr. van Til said that he would check into this and see what
the exact building line is in this area south of North Colony ~A
Blvd. It may be twenty (20) feet after all.
Mr. stolte stated that the houses are built five (5) feet
off of the property line toward the inside of the lot. With
this five (5) feet addition the houses should not stick out
from the fences.
Chairperson Foster stated that there were fences on the
drainage easement.
Mr. van Til informed the Commission that these fences were
not encrouching on the easement.
Member ,Brantley stated that no permenent structures can be
placed on any utility easements.
Mr. Stolte advised the Commission that they can be placed on
drainage easements.
At.this time Chairperson Foster asked for a motion in regards
to this item.
Member Brantey made a motion to recommend approval of the
Fianl Plat for Phase III of the Colony #28 with the stipulation__
that the building lines for the houses south of North Colony
Blvd. be checked into. Member Owens seconded the motion
and it carried with the following roll call vote:
Ayes A~i present
Noes None
5. REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION OF NORTHPOINTE PHASE II,FINAL PLAT
At this time Mr. van Til took the floor to give a brief
history of Northpointe to the residents and the Commission
Members who were not serving at the time this Phase was
brought before the Commission.
Application was made in August of 1986.
Planning & Zoning had a~work session regarding this m~tter
on November 5, 1986 and a regular session on December 12, 1986.
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During these sessions sixteen (16) items were asked to be
taken care of. The Ney items that were requested during
these meetings were:
1. Twitty street be opened.
2. Two (2) additional feet be added to the alleyway on
west side of subdivision. The Commisison preferred
this to a double alleway.
On December 15, 1986 the Cit~:Council approved the~.preliminary
ptatls~ating that Twitty street would remain closed and
they (City Council) appointed two (2) Councilpersons to come up
with:a~te~nativeiaccesses to this area.
January 5, 1987 the Councilpersons report that they cannot
find any alternative routes into this area. However, agree-
ments were made that the alley be re-routed to the south.
A letter recieved from Joe Luciano, F&J, onlDecember 4, 1988
stated that no alley connections will be made behind the
Smith residents home on Turner.
NORTHPOINTE PHASE I SOUTH OF NORTH COLONY BLVD. AND EAST OF
MORNINGSTAR.
Final Plat: October 1987
Planning & Zoning approval on January 26, 1988
City Council approval on February 1, 1988
After the approval of this Phase design standards in the City
cha~g6d.
Drainage criterian were made to conform at time of
development.
Other items, alleys, roads, R.O.Wi were teft,~as approved
on preliminary plat.
At this time Mr. Steve Stolte stated that the Final Plat
concurs with what was set up by City Council and maintains
this new criteria.
Mr. Joe Luciano informed the Commission that the duel alley
had been eliminated and that the alley R.O.W~ was widened
by two (2) feet.
There will be an access from North Colony Blvd. to Turner
through the Northpointe Phase II addition.
Member Brantley asked why the boundaries on North Pointe
Drive had changed? This street use to curve more, it's now
flater.
Mr. Truman Edminister answered that the new criteria in the
new city codes called for a wider radius. In order to cover
this new radius they had to lengthen the rOad~,
Chairperson Foster asked what the average square footage of
homes will be in this area?
Mr. Stolte: they will be from 1350 to 2135.
The Commission asked about electric utilities.
Mr. Stotle stated that Texas Utilities will be putting in
power lines to service this area.
Chairperson Foster asked the time limit for Phase III and
IV?
Mr. Stolte: It will be about this same time next year.
Chairperson Foster asked about a possible Fire Station ~he
City is moving it's main Station to Blair Oaks and South
Colony Blvd. in the near future and this will effect the
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the response time to this area. The response time will be
greater.
Mr. Stolte: They (F&J) have set aside forty (40) acreas
in the Northpointe additon for a park, school or if the
city would like a Fire Station.
Chairperson Foster asked what will take the place of the
guard rail at the end of Twitty?
Mr. Stolte: the post will be removed from this area and
fences from the new addition will run along this area.
Chairperson Foster asked about the street names. Will they
be taken care of before t~e'~final plat is registered?
Mr. Stolte'informed the Commission that the plat will not
be signed unless the street names are addressed.
With no further questions or discussion regarding this matter
Chairperson Foster asked for a motion.
Member Brantley made a the motion to recommend approval of
the Final Plat for Northpointe Phase II consisting of 34.060
acrea tract with the stipulation that the building lines for
homes south of North Colony Blvd. be checked into to insure
that these homes do not stick out from the fences.
Member Vanderberg seconded the motion and it carried with the
following roll call vote:
Ayes All present
Noes None
At this tim~ , before adjourning, Chairperson Foster informed the
Commislson that Cathy Bock was presented with a plaque from the
City Council at'the January 9, 1989 meeting. This plaque was for
her dedication and service to the Planning & Zoning Commission.
Chairperson Foster also nominated Members Marin and Vanderberg to
work on the Landscape Ordinance.
With no further business Member Brantley made a motion to adjourn
the meeting. Member Vanderberg seconded and the motion carried
with all Members voting aye.
Adjourn 8:45 p.m.
* Correction: Add that citizen Marlene Poole did state that Mayor
Amick had asked:her to come before the Commission
on his behalf.
Member Brantley amended his motion of The Northpointe
Phase III, The Colony #28 to read:
Member Brantley made a motion to recommend approval
of the Final Plat for Phase III of The Colony #28.
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CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
FEBRUARY 9, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES:
Notice is hereby given of a REGULAR SESSION'Of the Planning &
Zoning Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas to be held on
the 14th day of February 1989, at City Hall, 5151 North Colony
Blvd., at which time the following items will be discussed:
1. Approval of the minutes of the January 24, 1989 meeting.
2. Citizen Input.
3. PUBLIC HEARING as requested by Angelina Velez, to have the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map of the City of
The Colony, Texas amended so as to give a location directly
to the west, and contiguous to 4750 South Colony Blvd., suite
120 a Specific Use Permit for the sale of beer, wine and liquor
for on-premise consumption (expansion of existing resaurant).
4. Consideration and recommendation regarding the PUBLIC HEARING
as requested by Angelina Velez for a Specific Use Permit for
the expansion of her restaurant to an 2030 square foot area
adjacent and contiguous suit, for the sale of beer, wine and
liquor for on-premise consumption.
5. GENERAL DISCUSSION:
a. Rezoning requirements
b. Presentation by Mr. Earl Brantley.
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed on
the posting board outside of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on the
9th day of February, 1989.
Patti Hicks, City Secretary
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS
HELD ON FEBRUARY 14, 1989
A REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City
of The Colony, Texas was called to Order at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall,
5151 North Colony Blvd. with the following Members in attendance:
AGNES FOSTER CHAIRPERSON
EARL BRANTLEY MEMBER
BOB DOSS MEMBER
BILLY OWENS MEMBER
ROY MARIN MEMBER
JAMES VANDERBURG MEMBER
with these Members in attendance a quorum was established. Also in
attendance were Bob van Til, Administrative Staff Planner; Dick
Weaver, Councilman; Judy Shirk, Recording Secretary; at which time
the following items were discussed:
1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 24, 1989 MEETING.
At this time Chairperson Foster asked that a statement made by
citizen Marlene Poole be added into the minutes. Ms. Poole
stated that Mayor Amick had asked her to come before the
Commission on his behalf.
Member Brantley asked that his motion regarding Northpointe
Phase III, The Colony #28 be amended to read as follows:
Member Brantley made a motion to recommend approval of the
Final Plat for Phase III of The Colony #28.
Member Vanderburg made a motion to approve the minutes with
these corrections. Member Matin seconded the motion and it
carried with all Members voting aye. Member Doss did abstain
from voting due to not being at the January 24, 1989 meeting.
2. CITIZEN INPUt.
Council Weaver informed the Commission that at the ~ast Council
meeting the Council voted to open Twitty Street and eliminate
Alley J. ~his item will be brought back before the Council
at the next meeting for further discussion and another vote.
3. PUBLIC HEARING AS REQUESTED BY ANGENLIN VELEZ TO HAVE THE
COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF
THE COLONY, TEXAS AMENDED SO AS TO GIVE A LOCATION DIRECTLY
TO THE WEST AND CONTIGUOUS TO 4750 SOUTH COLONY BLVD., SUITE
120 A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR THE SALE OF BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR
FOR ON-PREMISE COMSUMPTION(EXP~NSION OF EXISTING RESTUARANT.)
Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to open the Public
Hearing. Member Doss so moved. Member Matin seconded and the
motion carried with all Members voting aye.
With no questions for the Commission or citizens Chairperson
Foster asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing. Member
Brantley so moved. Member Doss seconded. The motion carried
with all Members voting aye.
4. CONSIDERATION AND RECOMMENDATION REGARDING THE PUBLIC HEARING
AS REQUESTEDBY ANGELINA VELEZ FOR A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR
THE SALE OF BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR FOR ON-PREMISE CONSUMPTION
FOR THE EXPANSION OF HER RESTAURANT TO AN 2030 SQUARE FOOT AREA
ADJACENT AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE EXISTING SUITE.
Member Vanderburg made a motion to recommend approval of the
request made by Ang~lina Velez to have the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance and Zoning Map of the City of The Colony, Texas
amended so as to give a 2030 square foot area adjacent and
contiguous to existing suite a Specific Use Permit for the sale
of beer,wine and liquor for on-premise consumption. Member
Brantley seconded and the motion carried with the following
roll call vote:
Ayes Ail present
Noes None
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5. GENERAL DISCUSSION:
a) rezoning requirements
b) presentation by Mr. Earl Brantley
At this time Chairperson Foster brought up some points regarding
the Twitty Street problem. Ms. Foster informed the Commission
that they do have the right to recommend any.action they feel
necessary to the City Council at any time they feel it is
necessary to do so. They cannot over-rule the Council but.they
can recommend a change if they feel the need.
a) Re-zoning Requirements:
Mr. van Til:
Re-zoning requirements are the same as zoning requirements.
They are-applicaiton for zoning and the hearing before the
Commission.
Mr. van Til asked the Commission if they would like to have
traffic studies, invironmental impact, impact analysis, financial
impact statements in the application?
Member Vanderburg asked if having the developer do a traffic
study, because of cost, would this be detremental to new
development?
Member Doss asked if this would hold up development if the
developer is required to do a traffic study?
Mr. vna Til stated that the traffic studies could be set up
to depend on the type of business and the size of the area to be
zoned or re-zoned.
Chairperson Foster stated that it could be a requirement and that
certain areas would not have to supply certain criteria, depending
on size of area and/Or type of business.
Member Matin felt that this information is needed and should
the developer have a problem with this they(developer) should
come before the Commission to have any part of the application
waived.
Member Doss asked how Staff and the Commission know that the
traffic study is accurate?
Mr. van Till checks the study with the City's engineers to
varify the studies accuracy.
Member Brantley stated that guidelines could be established
regarding a traffic study statedg what is required in this area
of the application.
Mr. van Till stated that he does tell any developer that comes
in for an application to go ahead and do a traffic study, if one
has not already been done, just in case the Commission may feel
that the area to be zoned may warrant one,and the Commission
may not approve the application without one.
Member Owens suggested that the application have a waiver for
certain studies so that the developer can fill out this
portion and then Mr. van Till and the Commission can decide if
the waiver is valid for the project the developer has in mind.
Member Marin stated that a traffic study depends a lot on the
type of business not just the size of the area.
Mr. van Til informed the Commission that these studies will[I
give the city a lot of information than the city can obtain on
it's own.
Member Owens suggested that if a traffic study has already been
done and it is ser for a re-zoning that the re-zoning should
not require another study.
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Chairperson Foster asked Mr. van Til to check with other
city's zoning and re-zoning requirements and b~ing the information
back to them as soon as possible.
Mr. van Til will check into city's with forty (40) or fifty (50)
thousand population and then.~the Commission can pick and choose
what requiremetns will fit the City of The Colony's needs.
b) Presentation by Member Brantley.
Member Brantley expressed a desire that the plats should be
more explicit in their rendition of the area being plated.
Plats should show R.O.W. and building lines in relationship
to the contiguous area.
At this time Member Brantley and the Commission looked over
two (2) different plats. Member Branttey showed the Commission
the problems that can occur when they do not show R.O.W and
building lines. Member Brantley stated that if the information
is not shown on the plat it needs to be sent back to be done
properly.
Member Owens asked who checks the plats when they are brought
in to the City? Does the staff actually go out into the field
and look it over?
Mr. van Til answered that he checks the plats.
Member Owens stated that Mr. van Til should be able to answer
all of the Commissioners questions at the time of the plat
review.
Member Vanderburg stated that the Commission should be able
to rely on the staff for all the answers pertaining to the plat
and that the plat should have all the correct information on
it at the time of review.
Mr. van Til explained the process by which the staff reviews
the plats.
Discussion followed.
With no further discussion Chairperson Foster asked for a
motion to adjourn the meeting. Member Owens so moved. Member
Marin seconded and the motion carried with all Members voting
aye.
Adjourned 8:40 p.m.
g~s Foster, Chairperson Judy Shirk, Recording Secretary
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CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
FEBRUARY 23, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES~
Notice is hereby given of a REGULAR SESSION of the Planning &
zoning Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas to be held on
the 28th day of February, 1989, at City Hall, 5151 North Colony
Blvd., at which time the following items will be discussed:
1. Review and Consideration of a site plan submitted by Braum's
Ice Cream, Inc. for a store to be located on the South east
corner of Chowning Circle and Main Street (F.M. 423).
2.~ Citizen Input.
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed on
the posting board outside of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on
the 23rd day of February, 1989.
Patti Hicks, City Secretary
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MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS
HELD ON FEBRUARY 28, 1989
A REGULAR SESSION of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the
City of The Colony, Texas was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at
City Hall, 5151 North Colony Blvd. with the following members in
attendance:
Agnes Foster, Chairperson
Roy Marin, Member
Robert Doss, Vice-Chairperson
Billy Owens, Member
with Members Vanderburg and Brantley absent due to business and
being out of the City, however, a quorum was establishes. Also
in attendance were Bob van Til, Administrative Staff Planner and
Judy Shirk, Recording Secretary. At this time, the following
items were addressed:
1. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF A SITE PLAN SUBMITTED BY BRAUM'S
ICE CREAM STORE, INC. FOR A STORE TO BE LOCATED ON THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF CHOWNING CIRCLE AND MAIN STREET (F.M.
423)
Mr. Mickey Nowell, engineer, was in attendance representing
Braum's Ice Cream Store, Inc.
Chairperson Foster had several questions regarding the site
plan from a list of conditions that Mr. van Til had placed in the
packets for this meeting. The questions and responses are as
follows:
A. Handicapped Spaces - Are they now being provided?
Mr. Nowell said there will be two located at the front
entrance to the store.
B. Will the easements be labeled?
Mr. Nowell stated the abandoned, as well as the approved
easements will be shown on the revised site plan. The ingress
and egress and fire lanes will be shown also.
C. Engineering plans to be shown to staff should indicate
fire hydrants and drainage.
Mr. Nowell said those items would be on the plans, noting
they have to be approved by the State Highway Department before
being submitted. Nowell did say the waterlines will be drawn
after the Highway Department has approved them.
D. Will you be putting in a sidewalk along FM 423?
Mr. Nowell stated this is not possible due to objections
from the Highway Department. Mr. Nowell said the Highway
Department will be widening FM 423 at a later date and there is a
drainage swell in that area designated for the sidewalk.
E. Will there be an irrigation system located in the
landscaped area?
Mr. Nowell said there will be, however, it is not indicated
on the plans because a licensed landscape architect must draw
those plans. Chairperson Foster said she would like to see those
plans and Mr. Nowell stated he will provide a copy for her.
Member Doss asked if the drive-through route will be both
an ingress/egress route. Mr. Nowell stated it will be designated
an entrance on one end and an exit on the other end.
Member Doss asked if it would be possible to move the drive-
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through window to the rear of the building. Mr. Nowell advised
it would not because this is also the pick up area.
Chairperson Foster asked how far the fence will continue.
Mr. Nowell said the fence will continue all the way along the
site. Chairperson Foster also asked if the fences at the
resident's property and Braum's property will butt up against
each other. Mr. Nowell said the resident's fence is on the
property line and the Braum's fence will butt up against it,
noting there will not be any space between them.
Chairperson Foster asked if the radius of the drive-through
will create a problem with getting in and out of the area. mr.
Nowell said this drive-through has a fifteen foot (15') radius,
which is more than adequate.
At this time, Chairperson Foster opened the floor for
questions from the residents.
Ms. Felicia Herby, 4713 Chowning Cir., stated that she is
not happy with the idea that motorists will be using Chowning
Cir. as a turn around to get back onto F.M. 423 and asked if
anything can be done about that. Member Doss told Ms. Herby
there is no solution to that problem. Mr. Nowell informed the
Commission that there really is not a lot of drive-through
business at a Braum's and that he doesn't feel that this is going
to create a traffic problem for anyone in the area. Mr. Nowell
said motorists using the pick-up can exit onto Chowning, turn
left and get out onto 423 in this manner, going on to say the
drive-through can be stripped to insure that motorists will
follow it to the Chowning exit. Nowell said motorists will not
have to drive into the cul-de-sac to turn around.
Chairperson Foster asked if signs have been designed to
follow the City's code. Mr. Nowell said they will comply,
stating Braum's is also going to have signs marking entrances and
exits at the site. Member Doss noted this is a good idea.
Member Owens informed the Commission there is a through
street (Witt Drive) a block down on 423 that motorists can turn
on to which intersects Knight Drive; Knight then intersects N.
Colony Blvd. Motorists can use this route to get back to 423 if
they need to.
Ms. Leslie Shaw, 4713 Chowning said the cul-de-sac she lives
on is very small and she does not want the extra traffic that the
store will bring. She said the traffic will use Chowning to turn
around in, stating it is already used by motorists wanting to
turn back south on 423, noting the median does not let them and
there is no U turn allowed at this location.
Member Doss informed the Commission that he had driven down
the alley on Chowning and it was blocked at both ends; a pile of
gravel blocked one end and a tree blocked the other end. He
asked who is responsible for taking care of this problem.
Chairperson Foster said she thinks the Public Works Dept. of the
City is responsible and asked if the alley is on Braum's
property. Bob van Til said it is but a common access agreement
has signed.
Chairman Foster said the residents on Chowning had been
given the option of closing Chowning Circle at 423 and opening it
at the other end, giving the residents access out of their
property in another direction and then re-zoning this property as
residential.
At this time there was a lengthy discussion regarding the
concerns of the Commission on this site plan. During the
discussion the following concerns and suggestions were made by
the Commission:
1. Traffic not being able to make a U-turn at the median on 423,
causing motorists to use Chowning Circle as a turn around.
2. Make the drive going out of the site at Chowning as an exit
drive only.
3. This site may generate an excessive amount of traffic onto
423, thus creating a traffic problem on 423 and Chowning Circle.
4. Possibility of moving north exit closer to the end of the site
at the north so that motorists can make a left turn onto 423. Mr.
Nowell informed the Commission this would not comply with City
Codes.
5. Member Doss asked if the building could be placed at an angle
on the site so that traffic could flow better within the area.
Mr. Nowell said this would place the back of the building facing
motorists and this not a good business move. Member Doss also
felt the size of the site is creating the traffic problems plus
the median on 423 does not allow the motorists to turn back south
after coming out of the Braum's site. Member Doss felt he could
not approve this site plan without further study or options on
locations of the entrance and exits.
6. Close the last cut to the north going onto 423 and make the
south cut an entrance and the only exit cut on Chowning. Mr.
Nowell pointed out that a possibility of backing up traffic on
Chowning may occur using that plan. Member Doss stated that he
does not like the flow of traffic within the site plan, stating
there is too much cross traffic with entrance and exits as they
are presented.
7. Move the exit on Chowning closer to 423. Mr. Nowell stated
this will make a very sharp turn for motorists leaving the drive-
through.
After further discussion Chairperson Foster asked if there
were any other questions regarding this item. Chairperson Foster
did ask if the lighting will be directed toward the site and no
onto the residential area. Mr. Nowell stated the lighting will
be directed toward the site and there will be shields on the
lights.
Member Owens asked if the light at the back of the property
could be lowered to ensure that this will not shine on any
residences. Mr. Nowell said it can and would not be a problem as
it is only lighting the drive.
Member Doss asked if there is a place set up at the back of
the building for delivery trucks to unload. Mr. Nowell said
there will be a 12' by 8' pad for these trucks to unload and that
the drive-through is still usable.
Chairperson Foster asked for a motion. There being no
motion, Mr. van Til approached the Commission and stated that the
site plan has been reviewed and that all of the Commissioners
concerns had been discussed at this review, noting this site is
the most feasible for Braum's and the City, and that all items of
this site plan do meet the design criteria for the City. Mr.
van Til went on to say the Commission may make recommendation to
approve or disapprove at this time or they can table the item if
they desire.
Chairperson Foster informed the Commission of the meeting
she attended with Mayor Amick, Councilmen Harris and Weaver, Bill
Hall, City Manager, Braum's representatives, and residents of
Chowning Circle. Chairperson Foster stated that during this
meeting the citizens were given some options and that it appears
from the meeting the citizens have not decided on either of those
options; closing the alley, closing the street to the west and
opening it to the east. A brief discussion followed.
At this time Member Doss moved to recommend denial of the
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site plan submitted by Braum's Ice Cream Store, Inc. to be
located on the southeast corner of Chowning Circle and Main
Street (F.M. 423). Member Marin seconded the motion, which
carried with the following roll call vote:
Doss - Aye, Owens - Aye, Marin - Aye, Foster - No.
With no further business to address, Member Doss moved to
adjourn the meeting and Member Owens seconded the motion which
carried with all members voting Aye.
Chairperson Foster adjourned the meeting at 9:50 p.m.
APPROVED:
~~ Chairperson
ATTEST:
Judy Shirk, Recording Secretary
CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
APRIL 20, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES:
Notice is hereby given of a WORK SESSION of the Planning & Zoning
Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas to be held on the
26th day of April, 1989 at City Hall, 5151 North Colony Blvd.,
at 7:30 p.m. at which time the following items will be discussed:
1. Introduction of new Commissioner Mr. Dewayne Snider.
2. Approval of the munites of the February 14, 1989 and the
February 28th, 1989 meetings.
3. WORK SESSION:
a. Vehicle Parking Restrictions;
Private and Public.
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed on
the posting board outside of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on the
20th day of April 1989.
Patti Hicks, City Secretary
755
~INUTE$ OF T~E PX~ING & ZONING CO~I$SION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS
HELD ON APRIL 26, 1989
A WORK SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of
The Colony, Texas was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall,
5151 N. Colony Blvd., with the following Members in attendance:
Agnes Foster Chairperson
Earl Brantley Member
Bob Doss Vice-Chairperson
Billy Owens Member
James Vanderburg Member
Dewayne Snider Member
with Member Marin absent, however, a quorum was established. Also
in attendance were Dick Weaver, Councilman; Bob van Til, Administra-
tive Staff Planner; Mike Russell, Inspections Director; Judy Shirk,
Recording Secretary; at which time the following items were dis-
cussed:
1. INTRODUCTION OF NEW PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSIONER, MR. DEWAYNE
SNIDER.
Mr. Snider told the Commission a little about himself. He is
married, has three children, graduated from Iowa State in 1981
and has been a project architect for eight years. At this time
each Member introduced themselves to Mr. Snider and welcomed
him to the Commission.
2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 14, 1989, AND THE
FEBRUARY 28, 1989 MEETINGS.
Chairperson Foster asked if there were any corrections or addi-
tions to the minutes of the February 14, 1989 meeting?
With no corrections or additions Member Vanderburg made a motion
to approve the minutes as written. Member Brantley seconded and
the motion carried with all Members voting aye.
Chairperson Foster asked if there were any corrections or addi-
tions to the minutes of the February 28, 1989 meeting?
With no corrections and no additions Member Doss made a motion
to approve the minutes as written. Member Owens seconded and
the motion carried with all Members (Member Brantley abstained
due to not being at the February 28, 1989 meeting) voting aye.
3. WORK SESSION:
Vehicle Parking Restrictions;
Private and Public
Chairperson Foster asked Mr. van Til to go over this item with
the Commission.
Mr. van Til: Mr. Russell of the Inspections Department has asked
that the Commission consider eliminating any reference to vehicles
used in the definitions for home occupation in the zoning code,
section 10, page 1470, and that section 13-103 (2) be changed
to read "...except panel trucks and pick-up trucks not exceeding
a one (1) ton gross registered carrying capacity."
The reason Mr. Russell is asking for these changes is that there
is a conflict of meaning and this has created an enforcement
problem for Mr. Russells' Department.
At this time Mr. Russell, Inspections Department Director ex-
plained to the Commission the problem that this contradiction
is creating. He (Mr. Russell) stated that the actual definition
of a home occupation or not has caused some confusion as to
allowing a vehicle, not allowed by home occupation, to park on
a lot. It is very difficult to prove a home occupation exists
because the city does not require licensing of businesses in
the city.
Mr. van Til explained as: if a pick-up truck or panel truck
is not associated with a home occupation, it can be parked on
a lot or tract, if it is associated with a home occupation
the vehicles cannot be parked on the lot or tract.
Member Doss asked why the parking in home occupation was set
up this way in the first place?
Mr. van Til stated that he thinks it may have been to keep
the residential areas looking like residential areas and not
have panel trucks or pick-up trucks marked with the business
names parked in the driveways.
Member Doss asked what the weight of these vehicles will do
to the driveway if the parking of these vehicles is stricken
for the zoning code?
Mr. van Til stated nothing, these alleys are set up for trash
trucks which weigh a lot more.
At this time some discussion followed.
Member Owens made amotion to recommend to eliminate all reference
to parking used in home occupation of the zoning code and that
Section 13-103 (2) be changed to read "...except panel trucks
and pick-up trucks with a registered gross carrying capacity
of 2,000 pounds."
Member Doss seconded the motion and it carried with the following
roll call vote: Earl Brantley, Yes; Bob Doss, Yes; James Vander-
burg, Yes; Billy Owens, Yes; Dewayne Snider, Yes; Agnes Foster,
Yes.
At this time Chairperson Foster asked that a General Discussion be
held.
LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE:
Member Vanderburg stated that they have been meeting and that
the committee is compiling information from other city's in
regards to their Landscape Ordinances. When they have compiled
the information and have put it together they will bring it
before the Commission.
BRAUMS:
Chairperson Foster informed the Commission that this item is
still on hold. Braums has not gotten back with the City
Council as of yet.
LISD:
Mr. van Til stated that he has been in touch with LISD and things
are coming along.
423:
423 is designated to be a four (4) lane road in about twelve
(12) months. These four (4) lanes will be to the bridge.
At this time Member Brantley informed the Commission that he will
not be putting in for re-appointment to the Commission. Member
Brantley thanked everyone and told them that he has enjoyed working
with all of them.
The Commission thanked Mr. Brantley for his time and dedication to
the Commission and that they will all miss him.
With no further business Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to
adjourn the meeting.
Member Doss so moved and Member Brantley seconded. The motion
carried with all Members voting aye.
Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Agnes Foster, Chairperson Judy Shirk, Recording Secretary
CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
MAY 3, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PARITES:
Notice is hereby given of a REGULAR SESSION of the Planning &
Zoning Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas to be held on
the 9th day of May, 1989 at City Hall 5151 N. Colony Blvd. , at
7:30 p.m. at which time the following items will be discussed:
1. Approval of the minutes from the April 26, 1989 Work Session.
2. WORK SESSION:
Aspects of site plan review and the role of the Commission.
This meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present.
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed
on the posting board outside of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on
the 4th day of May, 1989.
Patti Hicks, City Secretary
753
CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
MAY 18, 1989
TO ALL-!NTERESTED~P~RTtES:
Notice is hereby given of a REGULAR SESSION of the Planning &
Zoning commission of the City of The Colony, TExas to be held on
May 23rd 1989, at City Hall, 5151 N. Colony Blvd., at 7:30 p.m.
at which time the following items will be discussed:
1. Introduction of Ms. Kay Corrales; new recording secretary
for the Planning & Zoning Commission.
2. Citizen Input.
3. Approval of the minutes of the April 26, 1989 meeting.
4. PUBLIC HEARING as requested by the City of The Colony to
amend the code of Ordinances Appendix A-Zoning, sections
10-300 (14) and 13-103 (2) relating to Vehicle Parking
Regulations.
5. Review and Consideration of a request made by the City of
The Colony to amend the code of Ordinances Appendix A-Zoning
Sections 10-300 (14) and 13-103 (2) relating to Vehicle
Parking Regulations.
6. PUBLIC HEARING as requested by the City of The Colony to
amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map of
the City of The Colony, Texas so as to change zoning on a parcel of
land located in the T. Wilson Survey, ADstract 1352, containing
apprcximately 122 acres from Single Family Classification
to a Business Park Classification.
7. Review and Consideration of a request by the City of the
Colony to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and
Zoning Map of the City of The Colony, Texas so as to change zoning
on parcel of land located in the T. Wilson Survey, Abstract
1352, containing approximately 122 acres from Single Family
Classification to a Business Park Classification.
8. PUBLIC HEARING as requested by the City of The Colony to amend
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map of the
City of the Colony, Texas so as to change the zoning on a
parcel of land located in the Samuel E. Hayes Survey, Abstract
648, more specifically; The Colony 31, Block 113, Lots 10, 11,
12 to a Duplex Classification and The Colony 31~ Block 113,
Lots 8, 9 and Block 112, Lots 11,12, 13 to a Single Family
Classification from a General Retail Classification.
Review and Consideration of a request by the City of the
Colony to amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and zoning
Map of the City of The Colony, Texas so as to change zoning
on a parcel of land located in the Samuel E. Hayes Survey,
Abstract 648, more specifically; The Colony 31, Block 113,
Lots 10, 11, 12 to a Duplex Classification and The Colony
31, Block 113, Lots 8, 9 and Block 112, Lots 11,12,12 to a
Single Family Classification from a General Retail Classification.
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that ~he above notice of meeting was p~&ced
on the posting board outs6ide of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on
the 19th day of May, 1989.
Patti Hicks, City Secretary
753
HINUTES OF THE PL~-NING & ZONING COI~I$$ION
OF THE CItY OF THE COLONY,
]~E~.r) ON [fAY 23, 1989
A REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of The Colony,
Texas, was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 5151 North Colony Blvd.,
with the following Members in attendance:
Agnes Foster Chairperson
Robert Doss Vice-Chairperson
Billy Owens Member
Dewayne Snider Member
Roy Marin Member
with Member Vanderburg absent due to a previous engagement, however, a quorum
was established. Also in attendance were Bill Hall, City Manager; Dick Weaver,
Councilman; Tommy Turner, Director of Public Works; Mike Russell, Inspections
Director; Bob van Til, Administrative Staff Planner; Judy Shirk, former Record-
ing Secretary; Kay Corrales, Recording Secretary; at which time the following
items were discussed:
1. INTRODUCTION OF NEW PLANNING & ZONING RECORDING SECRETARY, KAY CORRALES.
2. CITIZEN INPUT
None at this time.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 26, 1989 MEETING.
Chairperson Foster asked if there were any corrections or additions to
the minutes of the April 26, 1989 meeting?
Member Owens noted a correction to be made on Page 2, Paragraph 7, 1,000
lbs. should be 2,000 lbs. Vice-Chairperson Doss made a motion to approve
the minutes with this noted correction. Member Owens seconded and the
motion carried with all Members voting aye.
4. PUBLIC HEARING AS REQUESTED BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY TO AMEND THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES APPENDIX A-ZONING, SECTIONS 10-300 (14) AND 13-103 (2) RE-
LATING TO VEHICLE PARKING REGULATIONS.
Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to open the Public Hearing. Vice-
Chairperson Doss so moved. Member Marin seconded and the motion carried
with all Members voting aye.
At this time, Mr. Russell, Inspections Department Director, explained to
the Commission the problem that Section 10-300 (14) is creating. He (Mr.
Russell) stated that the actual definition of a home occupation and de-
ciding whether a vehicle such as a truck or pick-up truck is act-
ually associated with a home occupation or not has caused some confusion
as to allowing a vehicle, not allowed by home occupation, to park on a
lot. It is very difficult to prove a home occupation exists because the
City does not require licensing of businesses in the City. If a pick-
up truck or panel truck is not associated with a home occupation, it
can be parked on a lot or tract, if it is associated with a home
occupation the vehicles cannot be parked on the lot or tract.
With no questions for the Commission or citizens, Chairperson Foster asked
for a motion to close the Public Hearing. Vice-Chairperson Doss so moved.
Member Owens seconded. The motion carried with all Members voting aye.
5. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES APPENDIX A-ZONING SECTIONS 10-300 (14) AND 13-103
(2) RELATING TO VEHICLE PARKING REGULATIONS.
Member Owens made a motion to recommend to eliminate all reference to
parking used in home occupation of the Zoning Code and that Section 13-103
(2) be changed to read "...except panel trucks and pick-up trucks with a
registered gross carrying capacity of 2,000 lbs."
Vice-Chairperson Doss seconded the motion and it carried with the following
roll call vote: Bob Doss: Yes; Roy Marin: Yes; Billy Owens: Yes; Dewayne
Snider: Yes; Agnes Foster: Yes.
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6. PUBLIC HEARING AS REQUESTED BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY TO AMEND THE COM-
PREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY,
TEXAS, SO AS TO CHANGE ZONING ON A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE T. WILSON
SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1352, CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 122 ACRES FROM SINGLE FAMILY
CLASSIFICATION TO A BUSINESS PARK CLASSIFICATION.
Vice-Chairperson Doss so moved to open the Public Hearing and Member Owens seconded.
Bob van Til stated the reasons for changing the zoning are: the old single
family zoning allows for smaller lots and smaller homes; to make the pro-
perty conform to the surrounding zoning of business park, therefore alle-
viating the apparent "spot zoning"; the possibility of an adverse effect
on the traffic flow on FM 423; additional property zoned as business park
can possibly enhance the probability of non-residential development in that
area.
With no questions for the Commission or citizens, Chairperson Foster asked
for a motion to close the Public Hearing. Vice-Chairperson Doss so moved.
Member Marin seconded. The motion carried with all Members voting aye.
7. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY TO AMEND
THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY,
TEXAS, SO AS TO CHANGE ZONING ON THE PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE T. WILSON
SURVEY, ABSTRACT 1352, CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 122 ACRES FROM SINGLE FAMILY
CLASSIFICATION TO A BUSINESS PARK CLASSIFICATION.
Member Owens made a motion to recommend amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
and Zoning map of th~ City of The Colony, Texas, to change the z~ning on a
parcel of land located in the T. Wilson Survey, Abstract 1352, containing
approximately 122 acres from Single Family Classification to a Business Park
Classification.
Chairperson Foster asked if Centex had been contacted and if they had any
problems with the change. Bob van Til said they had been contacted and they
had no~ problem with the change.
Vice-Chairperson Doss seconded the motion and it carried with the following
roll call vote: Bob Doss: Yes; Roy Marin: Yes; Billy Owens: Yes; Dewayne
Snider: Yes; Agnes Foster: Yes.
8. PUBLIC HEARING AS REQUESTED BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY TO AMEND THE COMPRE-
HENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS,
SO AS TO CHANGE THE ZONING ON A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SAMUEL E.
HAYES SURVEY, ABSTRACT 648, MORE SPECIFICALLY; THE COLONY 31, BLOCK 113,
LOTS 10, 11, 12 TO A DUPLEX CLASSIFICATION AND THE COLONY 31, BLOCK 113,
LOTS 8, 9 AND BLOCK 112, LOTS 11, 12, 13 TO A SINGLE FAMILY CLASSIFICATION
FROM A GENERAL RETAIL CLASSIFICATION.
Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to open the Public Hearing. Vice-
Chairperson Doss so moved. Member Marin seconded and the motion carried
with all Members voting aye.
Mr. Bill Hall, City Manager requested to speak. Mr. Hall spoke of the
controversy this item has generated and the pros and cons about the ex-
isting zoning there now. We have had 4 or 5 different options, many are
not agreeable with the City, as well as with the residents. In pursuit of
an end result to put the zoning into proper perspective, and to allow the
citizens to enjoy the living conditions they have enjoyed in the past, I
have talked to the City Attorney and asked him to research all aspects of
the existing law to determine any other options we have not addressed.
The attorney called back with an option he feels will serve the purpose
of the residents and will allow the City to draw the property into proper
zoning. Our attorney was called out of town, therefore, I cannot present
the option to you tonight. It is a legal matter and I would prefer to
have the attorney present. It will require the City to contact each res-
ident, we will need each resident to agree to all the terms, the option
will have no impact on your zoning, and what you enjoy now will remain
the same. I think you will find this agreeable. Therefore Mr. Hall
requested the Planning & Zoning Commission for a continuation of the
Public Hearing to June 13, 1989, and table Stem #9 on the agenda until that
date also.
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7 0
The following notices were received by mail:
FOR: Evelyn Crenshaw, 7009 Knight St., The Colony, Texas 75056
Andrew Baldorsky, The Colony Car Wash, 1013 Ridgeview Circle,
Carrollton, Texas 75006
AGAINST: Maria Rangel, 7024 Elm St., The Colony, Texas 75056
John M. Shaw, 4713 Chowning Circle, The Colony, Texas 75056
Nanette Ricco, 4708 Chowning Circle, The Colony, Texas 75056
Felecia Scaife (Clay), 4715 Chowning Circle, The Colony, Texas 75056
William Coppenbarger, 7005 Knight Dr., The Colony, Texas 75056
Nicholas Ricco, 1039 Stemmons Frwy, Suite 306, Carrollton, Texas 75006
Felecia R. Hervey
4715 Chowning Circle
The Colony, Texas 75056
I have lived at 4715 Chowning Circle for 6 years. When I purchased my home,
Fox & Jacobs nor the City told me what type of zoning I was in. You can
eliminate some of the comments about sitting on a gold mine, Braums will
change our lifestyle drastically. I have attended many meetings of the
City Council and Planning and Zoning, meetings with the mayor and private
meetings attempting to reach a conclusion to where we are not standing
in the City's way or have the City overlook us. The heavy traffic will down-
grade my land - it's ok to do that, but rezone. We were there first, some type
of consideration should be shown to the residents.
Leslie Shaw
4713 Chowning Circle
The Colony, Texas 75056
Recognized - had nothing to say at this time due to Mrs. Hervey's statement.
Edith Schmidt
4750 Wagner Drive
The Colony, Texas 75056
Ms Schmidt had a complaint about the noise problem due to the car wash, lo-
cated close to her home, she wondered if a fence could be constructed to
help obscure some of the noise. Ms Schmidt did not understand what the agenda
item dealt with, however, after Vice-Chairperson Doss explained the reason
for having the zoning changed to single family, based on the location of the
property adjacent to the property to be rezoned, she was in favor of rezoning.
Nick Ricco
4706-4712 Chowning Circle
The Colony, Texas 75056
Mr. Ricco feels as if the City Council meetings and Planning & Zoning meetings
are dragged out week, after week, after week in hope of wearing down the resi-
dents, so they will finally get tired of coming to all the meetings. Mr. Ricco
offered a solution, to either zone the area all retail or all residential. Mr.
Ricco requested the Planning & Zoning Commission to withdraw the present zoning
request.
Chairperson Foster stated that the Planning & Zoning Commission did not try to
drag the meetings on and on, they try to expedite items whenever possible, but
want to be sure every person is heard and every avenue explored to reach the
right conclusion.
Vice-Chairperson Doss stated the City is making every effort to work with the
residents and wants everything to be ironed out.
Discussion followed.
With no further questions or discussion, Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to
continue the Public Hearing until June 13, 1989. Member Owens so moved. Vice-
Chairperson Doss seconded. The motion carried with ali Members voting aye.
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9. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY TO AMEND
THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF THE
COLONY, TEXAS, SO AS TO CHANGE ZONING ON A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE
SAMUEL E. HAYES SURVEY, ABSTRACT 648, MORE SPECIFICALLY; THE COLONY 31,
BLOCK 113, LOTS 10, 11, 12 TO A DUPLEX CLASSIFICATION AND THE COLONY 31,
BLOCK 113, LOTS 8, 9, AND BLOCK 112, LOTS 11, 12, 13 TO A SINGLE FAMILY
CLASSIFICATION FROM A GENERAL RETAIL CLASSIFICATION.
Vice-Chairperson Doss made a motion to table this item to June 13, 1989.
Member Owens seconded. The motion carried with all Members voting aye.
GENERAL DISCUSSION:
Chairperson Foster stated she attended a Work Shop on Braums and they did
change from 2 driveways to 1 on Chowning Circle. It has not been approved
by the City Council yet.
With no further business, Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to adjourn the
meeting.
Member Marin so moved and Member Snider seconded. The motion carried with all
Members voting aye.
Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Kay
~~oster, Chai~rso~-- -- ~or~s, Recording Secretary
762
CITY OF THE COLOI~IY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
~ 8, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Notice is hereby given of a REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission
of the City of The Colony, Texas, to be held on June 13th, 1989, at City Hall,
5151N. Colony Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. at which time the following items will be
discussed:
1. Approval of the minutes from the. May 23, 1989 regular meeting.
2. Citizen input.
3. Continuation of a PUBLIC HEARING from the May 23, 1989 regular meeting
as requested by the City of The Colony that the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance #61 and the Zoning Map of the City of The Colony, Texas, be
amended so as to give property generally located in the Samuel E. Hayes
Survey, Abstract 648, more specifically; The Colony 31, Block 113, Lots
10, 11, 12 to a Duplex Classification and The Colony 31, Block 113, Lots
8, 9 and Block 112, Lots 11, 12, 13 to a Single Family 4 Classification.
A change from General Retail Classification.
4. Review and Consideration of a request made by the City of The Colony
to have the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance #61 and the Zoning Map of
the City of The Colony amended so as to give property generally located
in the Samuel E. Hayes Survey, Abstract 648, more specifically; The Colony
31, Block 113, Lots 10, 11, 12 to a Duplex Classification and The Colony
31, Block 113, Lots 8, 9 and Block 112, Lots 11, 12, 13 to a Single Family
4 Classification. A change from General Retail Classification.
5. General Discussion:
A. Chairmanship of the Commission.
B. Update of the proposed L.I.S.D. elementary school.
C. Update on proposed landscape ordinance.
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed on the posting
board outside of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on the 9th day of June, 1989.
Patti Hicks, City Secretary
NINOTE$ OF TIlE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY
~:Lr~ ON JIJNE 13, 1989
The REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of The Colony,
Texas, was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 5151 North Colony Blvd.,
with the following Members in attendance:
Agnes Foster Chairperson
Robert Doss Vice-Chairperson
Billy Owens Member
Roy Marin Member
James Vanderburg Member
with Member Snider absent, however, a quorum was established. Also in attendance
were John Hill, City Attorney; Dick Weaver, Councilman; Jeff Ball, The Colony
Leader; Bob van Til, Administrative Staff Planner; Kay Corrales, Recording Secre-
tary; at which time the following items were discussed:
1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE MAY 23, 1989 REGULAR MEETING.
Vice-Chairperson Doss made a motion to approve the minutes. Member Marin
seconded and the motion carried.
2. CITIZEN INPUT
None at this time.
3. CONTINUATION OF A PUBLIC HEARING FROM THE MAY 23, 1989 REGULAR MEETING AS
REQUESTED BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY THAT THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE
#61 AND THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS, BE AMENDED SO AS TO
GIVE THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED IN THE SAMUEL E. HAYES SURVEY, ABSTRACT
648, MORE SPECIFICALLY; THE COLONY 31, BLOCK 113, LOTS 10, 11, 12 TO A DUPLEX
CLASSIFICATION AND THE COLONY 31, BLOCK 113, LOTS 8, 9 AND BLOCK 112, LOTS
11, 12, 13 TO A SINGLE FAMILY 4 CLASSIFICATION. A CHANGE FROM GENERAL RETAIL
CLASSIFICATION.
Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to continue the Public Hearing. Vice-
Chairperson Doss so moved. Member Vanderburg seconded and the motion carried.
At this time, Bob van Til, Administrative Staff Planner, made a statement:
On May 23rd of this year the City made a request to the Commission to rezone
Chowning Circle to Single Family from General Retail. The reason for this re-
quest was the use of this property was not compatible with General Retail,
which was zoned General Retail in 1978. This was basically illegal, non-
conforming use of this property and was in violation of the City Code. The so-
lution that the City sought at the time was to rezone the property from Gener-
al Retail to 2 residential zones. As requested in the past, both non-conform-
ing uses of the property resolved violation of zoning. We had some resistance
in the process. The City kept in touch with the City attorneys prior to the
Public Hearing and during the process, to get their legal opinion as to what
the liability would be for the City. We had two options: (1) to rezone the
property (2) offer the owners a letter of understanding or agreement with the
information. The Commission made a motion to continue the Public Hearing so
that the letter could be prepared and let the staff be aware. The letter has
explained the limitations of the usage of the property. For instance, non-
residential zoning would not allow the property owners to receive building
permits. To make sure the property owners understood by signing this letter.
Letters were delivered to the city on the 7th of June and hand delivered to
the residents of Chowning Circle and one faxed to a property owner. Property
could remain zoned General Retail only if they clearly indicated to the City
that they understood the limitation of the zoning not being compatible to
the use of the resident's property. Signing the letter would indicate to the
City that the residents understood all restrictions applied to them, if the
City did not rezone the property.
Consequently, the staff recommended to the Commissioners that the residents
on Chowning Circle who have signed the letter, recommend to the City Council
that the property remain General Retail. Seven letters were sent out, five
letters were returned, three of those from Ricco owned properties. Mr.
Hill, with the City Attorney's office, is with us tonight with another
option.
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Mr. John Hill
3527 University
Dallas, Texas
Because this property was zoned prior to construction, it is in fact illegal
and non-conforming use. The City recommended leaving it General Retail. The
City could not issue any kind of building permits for additions, etc., if
this property was zoned General Retail. The City had two options: (1) leave
zoned General Retail (2) make the property conforming - rezone to a residen-
tial district, the City would have the authority to issue permits to them.
The City of the Colony has the same power as the Texas Legislature, except
where the Legislature has restricted the City. Example: if the City annexed
a piece of property illegally, that would fall under the jurisdiction of the
Legislature. The Legislature can say The Colony did this illegally, but they
could validate it and say it was a lawful act. With the same respect to zon-
ing, a City has complete control over rezoning in the City limits.
The 3rd option is: for the C{ty of The Colony to declare an illegal, invalid,
conforming use exists today on Chowning Circle and declare it to be valid.
The homeowners could continue to have the same rights as other homeowners in
The Colony for permits and still remain General Retail.
There is a negative side, a neighbor could open up a retail store next to them,
if the site plan was approved.
Member Owens asked, "The City Council can make this conforming uses in General
Retail and Residential? If the owner sells as General Retail, the buyer comes
before the City Council or Planning & Zoning Commission to be approved and
meet criteria?"
M~ Hill answered, "Any site plan to develop tract as General Retail has to be
approved."
Chairperson Foster stated, "The City Council, as the legislative party, can
declare their homes to leave as General Retail and declare conforming valid
uses and residential, if something does happen, they still have residential
rights. But General Retail still comes before the Planning & Zoning Commis-
sion."
After a short discussion, Vice-Chairperson Doss stated he was not convinced
the City Council can change an illegal, non-conforming to conforming without
a change in the zoning itself.
The discussion continued with the following persons and their comments:
Nanette Ricco
4708 Chowning Circle
The Colony, Texas
"Will we get this in writing?"
Mr. Hill, "Yes maam, it will be in an ordinance."
Leslie Shaw
4713 Chowning Circle
The Colony, Texas
It is not illegal, yet it is non-conforming, but since I did not zone the
property that way, there should be some kind of law to leave it General Retail.
Chairperson Foster polled the residents present as to their feelings on this
new option. Mr. & Mrs. Shaw - preference is to leave it all General Retail.
Mr. & Mrs. Hervey, 4715 Chowning Circle - leave it as conforming General Re-
tail. Nanette Ricco - I would go for the third option. Ms. Ricco also
stated, that in reference to the middle paragraph of the letter: our insur-
ance would not respond if we did not restore our structure, nor would they
pay for demolition, but the mortgage company would hold us liable for our
payment. It's just not fair.
Nanette Ricco stated her father would prefer the last option.
A short discussion followed.
With no questions for the Commission or citizens, Chairperson Foster asked
for a motion to close the Public Hearing. Vice-Chairperson Doss so moved.
Member Owens seconded. The motion carried.
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4. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST MADE BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY TO HAVE
THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE #61 AND THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF THE
COLONY AMENDED SO AS TO GIVE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED IN THE SAMUEL E. HAYES
SURVEY, ABSTRACT 648, MORE SPECIFICALLY; THE COLONY 31, BLOCK 113, LOTS 10, 11,
12 TO A DUPLEX CLASSIFICATION AND THE COLONY 31, BLOCK 113, LOTS 8, 9 AND BLOCK
112, LOTS 11, 12, 13 TO A SINGLE FAMILY 4 CLASSIFICATION. A CHANGE FROM GENERAL
RETAIL CLASSIFICATION.
Chairperson Foster asked if there were any recommendations. Vice-Chairperson
Doss stated~ again, he was very resistant to the City reforming use and still
believes non-conforming. Chairperson Foster asked Mr. Hill if other cities had
done this. Mr. Hill stated the City of Grapevine rezoned the entire city and
Trophy Club had done the same thing.
Member Owens made a motion not to change the property generally located in the
Samuel E. Hayes Survey, Abstract 648, more specifically; The Colony 31, Block
113, Lots 10, 11, 12 to a Duplex Classification and The Colony 31, Block 113,
Lots 8, 9 and Block 112, Lots 11, 12, 13 to a Single Family 4 Classification
from a General Retail Classification, but ask that the City Council consider
adopting the option the City Attorney presented to us tonight. The option be-
ing: for the City of The Colony to declare an illegal, invalid, non-conforming
use exists today on Chowning Circle and declare it to be valid. The homeowners
would continue to have the same rights as other homeowners in The Colony for
permits and still remain General Retail. Member Marin seconded the motion and
it carried with the following roll call vote: Bob Doss: No; James Vanderburg:
Yes; Roy Marin: Yes; Billy Owens: Yes; Agnes Foster: Yes.
5. GENERAL DISCUSSION
A. CHAIRMANSHIP OF THE COMMISSION.
Need to consider yourself or another person before the next meeting to
put the name on the agenda, for Chairperson.
B. UPDATE ON THE PROPOSED L.I.S.D. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
Primary issues: widening of Ethridge, extension and widening of North
Colony, elimination of Sparks Road, and the utilities(water & sewer).
C. UPDATE ON PROPOSED LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE.
Member Vanderburg, Member Marin, Kip Milliron and Bob van Til are com-
paring ordinances of other cities. Putting a rough draft together now.
Should have final draft soon.
With no further business, Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to adjourn the
meeting.
Member Vanderburg so moved and Member Marin seconded. The motion carried with
all Members voting aye.
Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
~.~"? Ag~f~ Foster, Ch--airperson Kay ~or~l~s, Recording Secretary
767
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY
HELD ON JUNE 27, 1989
The REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of
The Colony, Texas was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 5151
N. Colony Blvd., with the following Members in attendance:
Agnes Foster Chairperson
Robert Doss Vice-Chairperson
Lewis Jue Member
Dewayne Snider Member
James Vanderburg Member
with Members Marin and Owens absent, however, a quorum was established.
Also in attendance were Rick Harris, Councilman; Dick Weaver, Council-
man; Tommy Turner, Public Works Director; Bob van Til, Administrative
Staff Planner; Kay Corrales, Recording Secretary; at which time the
following items were discussed:
1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE JUNE 13, 1989 REGULAR MEETING.
Vice-Chairperson Doss made a motion to approve the minutes. Mem-
ber Vanderburg seconded and the motion carried.
2. CITIZEN INPUT
Dick Weaver
4940 Hackney
The Colony, TX
Rick Harris is now liaison for the City Council. From now on I am
simply a citizen the same as any other citizen.
Chairperson Foster thanked Mr. Weaver for his input and criticism.
Chairperson Foster introduced Councilman Rick Harris as the new
liaison.
Mr. Harris stated that he does not usually come to meetings unless
specifically asked to attend, because he wants the Commission to
act independently of the City Council and not be influenced by the
City Council. I will attend occasionally, but not all the time un-
less you have a purpose for my presence. Such as not understanding
an approval of a site plan by the City Council, before it has come
to Planning & Zoning. As liaison for the City Council, I will be
here to answer any questions, but not to direct you.
3. NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF CHAIRPERSON AND VICE-CHAIRPERSON OF
THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION.
Vice-Chairperson Doss nominated Member Vanderburg as Chairperson
and Agnes Foster as Vice-Chairperson. Member Snider seconded the
nomination. Both accepted the nomination. The motion carried with
all Members voting aye.
4. INTRODUCTION OF MR. LEWIS JUE, RECENT APPOINTEE TO THE PLANNING
AND ZONING COMMISSION.
Member Jue told the Commission a little about himself. He was born
and raised in Houston, received a Mechanical Engineering Degree from
Texas A&M and was an engineer for 12 years, he is currently a State
Farm Insurance Agent.
Each Member proceeded to tell Member Jue a little about themselves.
5. WORK SESSION:
A. L.I.S.D. Elementary School Site
For the benefit of Member Jue, as a new Member of the Commis-
sion, Bob van Til explained the new school site plan.
The major issues the School District had to confront were: the
widening of Ethridge and extending N. Colony to the west; as
well as the drainage, which was redesigned to go west; and the
water and sewer.
A short discussion followed.
Chairperson Foster asked if there was any General Discussion. None at
this time.
With no further business, Chairperson Foster asked for a motion to ad-
journ the meeting.
Vice-Chairperson Doss so moved and Member Snider seconded. The motion
carried with all Members voting aye.
Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
AgneB ~oster, C~airperson Kay ¢Co~les, Recording Secretary
703
CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
OCTOBER 5, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Notice is hereby given of a REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning
Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas, to be held on October
10th, 1989, at City Hall, 5151 N. Colony Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. at which
time the following items will be discussed:
1. Approval of the minutes from the June 27, 1989 meeting.
2. Citizen input.
3. Review and consideration of a final plat as requested by Fox and
Jacobs (dba Centex Homes), of a 23.525 acre tract out of the D.C.
Bridges Survey, Abstract 84 and R.P. Hardin Survey, Abstract 611;
a 95 lot subdivision known as Northpointe Phase III.
4. Work session to discuss proposed amendment to the Code of Ordinances
of the City of The Colony, Appendix A-Zoning, Section 17-104, re-
lating to landscaping plans for a site plan.
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed on
the posting board outside of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on the
6th day of October, 1989.~/ ~'~ /~~ /~-~/" '~-J3
Patti Hicks, City Secretary
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY
HELD ON OCTOBER 10, 1989
The REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of
The Colony, Texas was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 5151
N. Colony Blvd., with the following Members in attendance:
James Vanderburg Chairman
Agnes Foster Vice-Chairperson
Lewis Jue Member
Robert Doss Member
Dewayne Snider Member
Roy Marin Member
with Member Owens absent, however, a quorum was established. Also
in attendance were Dick Weaver, Councilman; Truman Edminster and
Terry Mitchell of Dannenbaum; Tom Houser of Fox & Jacobs; Jeff Ball,
The Colony Leader; Bob van Til, Administrative Staff Planner; Kay
Corrales, Recording Secretary; at which time the following items were
discussed:
1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE JUNE 27, 1989 REGULAR MEETING.
Member Doss made a motion to approve the minutes. Vice-Chairper-
son Foster seconded and the motion carried.
2. CITIZEN INPUT
None at this time.
3. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF A FINAL PLAT AS REQUESTED BY FOX AND
JACOBS (dba CENTEX HOMES), OF A 23.525 ACRE TRACT OUT OF THE D.C.
BRIDGES SURVEY, ABSTRACT 84 AND R.P. HARDIN SURVEY, ABSTRACT 611;
A 95 LOT SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS NORTHPOINTE PHASE III.
Bob van Til: You may recall this is the 3rd of 4 phases for the
proposed Northpointe subdivision. The final plat was approved in
December 86, Phase I approved in February 88 and Phase II approved
in April 89, for a total buildout of approximately 434 homes.
The preliminary plat had some items that concerned us, most of
these have been worked out. We are primarily concerned with the
following items:
1. Traffic impact on Turner and N. Colony
2. Screening
3. Landscaping
Fox & Jacobs provided all the necessary notations and the require-
ments we have asked for, I see no problem with the company provid-
ing these requirements at this time. The third phase has gone
smoothly. There were some minor details, these were taken care of
on the plat and the plat does meet our criteria and requirements.
Staff recommends approval. One item is an alley on the west side
of the plat located outside the boundaries of the plat. The devel-
oper proposed to file under a separate document which needs to be
checked by the City Council as well as the plat. With the alley
being dedicated to the City, it will not propose any problems to
the City as far as keeping track of records in the future (as
clearly cross referenced on the plat as to volume and page). I
have no problems in passing this on to the Council.
Vice-Chairperson Foster asked how many homes are to be built?
Van Til answered 434.
Foster inquired as to how many have been built to this date?
Truman Edminster of Dannenbaum stated 130 in Phase I and 95 in
Phase II.
Van Til stated that an elaborate study related specifically to the
traffic impact on Turner and N. Colony was done by DeShazo, Stark
& Tang, when the plat was filed. The study showed we would not need
signalization until the turn of the century.
Member Doss wanted to know if there would be any kind of a fence
between the drainage easement(on the southwest side of the project)
and the alley behind the homes?
Van Til stated no fences except the ones behind the homes.
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Member Doss asked then there will be no fence between the alley
and the existing drainage channel?
Terry Mitchell of Dannenbaum, stated it has a curb on the channel
side of the alley, no fence, similar to the one in Phase I.
Vice-Chairperson Foster asked what size homes are these going to be?
Tom Houser of Fox & Jacobs, stated they would be building basically
the same size houses as in Phase I & II, an average size of 1800
sq. ft.
Vice-Chairperson Foster wanted to know the approximate number of
homes with 1800 sq. ft.
Mr. Houser said I can't tell you an exact number, I guess 18-19
homes on the average, similar to Phase I & II.
Chairman Vanderburg asked if the drainage easement was going to
be earth or cement?
Terry Mitchell of Dannenbaum stated the channel was improved, re-
graded, grassed and hydro-mulched in Phase I.
Vice-Chairperson Foster asked are you supposed to put up some type
of wall?
Terry Mitchell of Dannenbaum stated as far as we know Steve is
going to use the same type of wall as used in Phase I parallel
to N. Colony.
With no further questions, Member Doss made a motion to approve
the plat as requested by Fox & Jacobs, contingent on the separate
document being cross referenced by volume and page on the plat.
Vice-Chairperson Foster seconded the motion and it carried with
all Members voting aye.
4. WORK SESSION TO DISCUSS PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, APPENDIX A-ZONING, SECTION 17-104, RE-
LATING TO LANDSCAPING PLANS FOR A SITE PLAN.
Bob van Til stated that he decided to put this item into a Work
Session due to the fact that it will change (The Colony) zoning
laws. Roy Marin, James Vanderburg, Kip Milliron and myself have
been working on this ordinance for about 4 - 5 months. This has
required a lot of research and understanding of the law. It is
important that we have some type of control of landscaping in our
City. As an interim step, I am proposing that we amend Section
17-104 in the site plans requiring the zoning code to include TH,
MF 1,2,3,4, PH, 01,02, NS, SC, GR, LC, HC, I and BP districts,
all these zonings require some type of site zoning. And under
the proposed amendment it would give us the authority to require
some type of landscaping plans be submitted. This is an interim
step I would like to take before the overall ordinance is written.
The ordinance will encompass more comprehensive landscaping require-
ments, such as standards for trees, planting trees, density of
trees, everything you can expect to find in the progressive land-
scaping ordinance. As you can see in Section 17-104, it states
that all yard setbacks, parking areas, service and recreational
areas shall be landscaped with lawns, trees, shrubs, and other
plant materials and shall be permanently maintained in a neat
and orderly manner. This will do until we get the Ordinance com-
pleted, which will probably be early next year.
A discussion followed as to whether there would be a list of trees,
shrubs and flowers that grow well in our area. Van Til stated
there would be a list.
A discussion followed.
With no further business Chairman Vanderburg asked for a motion to ad-
journ the meeting.
Member Doss so moved and Vice-Chairperson Foster seconded. The motion
carried with all Members voting aye.
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m
~ames Vanderburg, Chairman Kay'-Co/r&le~,-Recording Secretary
772
CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
OCTOBER 20, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Notice is hereby given of a REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning
Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas, to be held on October
24th, 1989, at City Hall, 5151 N. Colony Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. at
which time the following items will be discussed:
1. Approval of the minutes from October 10, 1989 meeting.
2. Citizen input.
3. Work Session: Site plan approval procedure.
THIS MEETING WAS NOT CALLED TO ORDER DUE TO LACK OF A QUORUM.
Kay 'Co~les, Record[n-g Secretary
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed on
the posting board outside of City Hall~rior to 5:00 p.m. on the
20th day of October, 1989.~_~.~.! ~~~9
~a~i-Hicks, City Secretary
773
CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
OCTOBER 26, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Notice is hereby given of a SPECIAL SESSION of the Planning & Zoning
Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas, to be held on October
31st, 1989, at City Hall, 5151 N. Colony Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. at
which time the following items will be discussed:
1. Review and consideration of an 11.2 acre site plan as requested
by the Lewisville Independent School District for the construc-
tion of an elementary school district; located on the northwest
corner of North Colony Blvd. and Ethridge Drive.
2. Work Session: Site plan approval procedure.
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed on
the posting board outside of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on the
27th day of October, 1989. '~~' J -/~'~C~
Patti Hicks, City Secretary
774
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY
HELD ON OCTOBER 31, 1989
A SPECIAL SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of
The Colony, Texas was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 5151
N. Colony Blvd., with the following Members in attendance:
James Vanderburg Chairman
Agnes Foster Vice-Chairperson
Billy Owens Member
Lewis Jue Member
Robert Doss Member
Roy Marin Member
Dewayne Snider Member
a quorum was established. Also in attendance were Steve Gilbreth,
Civil Engineer for L.I.S.D.; Monte Zajicek, L.I.S.D. architect; Dick
Weaver, Councilman; Bill Hall, City Manager; Bob van Til, Administra-
tive Staff Planner; Tommy Turner, Director of Public Works; Kay Cor-
rales, Recording Secretary; at which time the following items were
discussed:
1. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF AN 11.2 ACRE SITE PLAN AS REQUESTED
BY THE LEWISVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE CONSTRUC-
TION OF AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT; LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST
CORNER OF NORTH COLONY BLVD..
Bob van Til made some comments as to the background of the case.
There were some offsite as well as site improvements. There
were three basic offsite requirements:
a. To expand Ethridge from the north part of the site to North
Colony expanded to a 60 ft. right of way, 4 lanes undivided.
b. To expand and extend North Colony to the west, this would be
expanded to a 80 ft. right of way, 4 lanes undivided.
c. To extend a 12 inch water line across the southern corner of
Ethridge to the very western edge of the site.
Some of the major issues we (the City)w~e dealing with on this
site were drainage and the alignment of North Colony Blvd..
a. Drainage was a very critical issue primarily because some
of the existing drainage is overloaded and could not handle
any more storm drainage. Drainage for the most part has
been addressed and staff feels comfortable with the site
plans presented tonight.
b. The alignment of North Colony Blvd. related to the original
offsite improvements by the Corp of Engineers. The Corp of
Engineers is now constructing a new alignment to Sparks Road
through Stewarts Creek Park. This will place the termination
point further to the east than we had originally planned on.
At this time Bob introduced Steve Gilbreth and Monte Zajicek
from L.I.S.D.
Bob van Til mentioned to the Commissioners that all the requirements
normally requested have been addressed and do meet City standards.
Vice-Chairperson Foster asked if the three pre-requisitions made
initially have been satisfied?
Bob van Til stated yes.
Vice-Chairperson Foster stated with the offsite drainage prob-
lems, how does the drainage relate to future additions?
Mr. Gilbreth of L.I.S.D. stated that the offsite drainage has
been designed for open development. The architects are making
stubs for the future(additions).
Vice-Chairperson Foster asked: Bob, you said whatever action we
take tonight this will not come back to the Planning & Zoning
Commissioners, will it basically be up to staff or engineers to
make sure this drainage problem meets City standards?
Bob van Til stated the only thing we have outstanding with drainage
is a y-inlet and sizing of storm drains on the site.
Vice-Chairperson Foster asked, does the Building Official approve
this also?
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Bob van Til stated yes. After Planning & Zoning approves a site
plan, it goes to Council. Any engineering items outstanding, the
building official, Water and Wastewater Depts. make sure these
are taken care of and they supervise the construction o~ any
utilities put in.
A discussion followed.
With no further questions, Vice-Chairperson Foster made a motion
to approve the site plan as requested by the Lewisville Indepen-
dent School District, contingent upon staff engineer and the In-
_ spection Dept. approval and that it is up to standards of The
Colony Construction Design Manual. Member Doss seconded the mo-
tion and it carried with all Members voting aye.
2. WORK SESSION: SITE PLAN APPROVAL PROCEDURE.
Bob van Til stated he would like to bring the Commissioners up
to date on site planning changes. I am not intending to change
any text in the ordinance, but I do intend to eliminate time con-
suming action in the plan approval process. We need to get back
to the basics and stress the conceptual site plan. You will find
in Section 17, Appendix A, Zoning Section of the Code Book, what
is expected of the Planning & Zoning Commissioners, Conceptual
planning is all that is required. Need to emphasize WHAT as
opposed to HOW. I want to re-emphasize this is not any thing
new, it is clearly outlined in the Code Book. This will bring
us back to basics and not slow us down. Bob van Til went over
each page separately(these were in'the Commissioners packets) to
make sure the Commissioners understood how the site plan process
works.
Mr. Hall made several statements in regard to evolution of the
site plan process and in his part of "getting back to basics".
So it's an evolved project to where we were, with one exception,
3 or 4 years ago we did not have the level of expertise we have
now. Policies and procedures have also changed.
A short discussion followed.
Member Owens stated this is great and this is the way it should
have been all along.
With no further business Member Owens made a motion to adjourn the
meeting and Vice-Chairperson Foster seconded. The motion carried
with all Members voting aye.
Meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
'~gh;s Fos~erF'~ice Chairperson Kay co,ales, Recording Secretary
77
CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
NOVF2~ER 9, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Notice is hereby given of a REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning
Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas, to be held on November
14th, 1989, at City Hall, 5151 N. Colony Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. at which
time the following items will be discussed:
1. Approval of the minutes from the October 10, 1989 and October 31,
1989 meetings.
2. Citizen input.
3. PUBLIC HEARING as requested by the City of The Colony, to amend
Appendix A-Zoning, Section 17-104, relating to the landscaping
requirements of site plans.
4. WORK SESSION: Future development of portions of Wynnwood Peninsula.
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed on
the posting board outside of City Ha~prior to 5:00 p.m. on the
10th day of November, 1989.~~~H j/ ~ .t~~S~t
Patti icks, Ci y ecre ary
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY
HELD ON NOVEMBER 14, 1989
The REGULAR SESSION of the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City
of The Colony, Texas was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall,
5151 N. Colony Blvd., with the following Members in attendance:
Billy Owens Member
Lewis Jue Member
Robert Doss Member
Agnes Foster Vice-Chairperson
Dewayne Snider Member
with Chairman Vanderburg and Member Marin absent, however, a quorum
was established. Also in attendance were Lynn Myer of Paul S. Un-
zicker; Rusty Nichols and Art Anderson representing Nichols Trusts;
Bobby Strief and Tommy Bain representing the Strief Capitol Corpor-
ation; George Blunski, Club Corp. of America; Bill Hall, City Mana-
ger; Dick Weaver, Councilman; Rick Harris, Councilman, Bob van Til,
Administrative Staff Planner; Kay Corrales, Recording Secretary; at
which time the following items were discussed:
1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM OCTOBER 10, 1989 AND OCTOBER 31,
1989 MEETINGS.
Member Doss made a motion to approve the minutes of October 10,
1989. Member Owens seconded and the motion carried. Member
Doss made a motion to approve the minutes of October 31, 1989.
Member Jue seconded and the motion carried.
2. CITIZEN INPUT
None at this time.
3. PUBLIC HEARING AS REQUESTED BY THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TO AMEND
APPENDIX A-ZONING, SECTION 17-104, RELATING TO THE LANDSCAPING
REQUIREMENTS OF SITE PLANS.
Member Doss made a motion to open the Public Hearing. Member
Snider seconded and the motion carried.
Bob van Til reviewed the work being done on the Landscaping
Ordinance. We have been working on the ordinance for the past
few months and hopefully it will be ready by the end of this year.
Until that time we need an interim step to enhance the present
landscaping requirements. I recommend a small amendment be made
to the existing code as follows:
that Section 17-104 be amended to include, specifically,
MF 1,2,3,4, PD, P, 01, 2, NS, SC, GR, LC, HC, I and BP districts.
This way when the site plans are presented for any of the above
listed districts, a site plan with landscaping must be included
before approval can be obtained.
A short discussion followed. With no further questions, Member
Owens made a motion to close the Public Hearing. Member Snider
seconded and the motion carried.
4. WORK SESSION: FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OF PORTIONS OF WYNNWOOD PENINSULA.
Lynn Myer stated that the development of Wynnwood Peninsula is
a great potential for the owners, CCA and the City of The Colony.
Mr. Myer showed slides of the land to be developed and maps of
the proposed Planned Development. Mr. Myer said that the con-
ceptual plan includes 468 acres to be zoned Planned Development.
Mr. Myer spoke on the following items: the square footage of the
homes to be built; the lot sizes; sites for a possible school
and church; a 9 hole private golf course and a 18 hole public
golf course(18 hole built on Corp land if a lease agreement is
worked out with the Corp, these courses will be on the flowage
easement); retirement housing; possible resort lodging; country
club and the flexibility to transfer density.
A discussion followed. With no further questions, Member Owens made
a motion to adjourn. Member Snider seconded and the motion carried.
Meetin~g adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
....... ~n,~i~ ~oster, ~ce-Chairperson Ma~ Co~ale~,'Reco~ding Secretary
CITY OF THE COLONY
DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS
NOVF~BER 16, 1989
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
Notice is hereby given of a JOINT MEETING of the Planning and Zoning
Commission and the City Council of the city of The Colony, Texas, to
be held on November 20th, 1989, at City Hall, 5151 N. Colony Blvd.,
at 7:30 p.m. at which time the following items will be discussed:
1. PUBLIC HEARING as requested by the Nichols Trust and Strief
Capitol Corporation to have the comprehensive zoning ordinance
%61 and the zoning map of the city of The Colony, Denton County,
Texas, amended so as to give properties generally located on
Wynnwood Peninsula and described as being in the BBB and CCR sur-
vey, Abstract 182, containing 187 acres and 182.79 acres; and be-
ing in the Thompson D. Luckett Survey, Abstract 752, containing
54.3 acres and 42.9 acres, a zoning change from an Agricultural
District to a Planned Development District for SF-3, SF-4, MF-3,
school church and recreational facilities.
2. Review and consideration regarding the above listed item.
CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting was placed
on the posting board outside of City Hall prior to 5:00 p.m. on
the 16th day of November, 1989.
Patti Hicks, City Secretary