HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/05/80 P&Z MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
OF THE
CITY OF THE COLONY
HELD ON
AUGUST 5, 1980
A REGULAR MEETING was held on August 5, 1980; acting Chairman
Judy Oaks called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m., with the
following members present:
Judy Oaks Acting Chairman
Jim Quevreaux Member
Jeff Zimmerman Member
Frank Henry Member
and with Chairman Kerry Schuck not in attendance at this time;
however, a quorum was established. Chairman $chuck did arrive
during Agenda Item number one.
1. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ZONING CHANGE REQUEST ON
TWO ACRES OF LAND LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER
OF SOUTH COLONY BOULEVARD AND CAMEY ROAD.
Member Henry moved that the hearing be opened. Seconded by
Member Quevreaux the motion was passed by the following roll
call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
Mrs. J. V. Eberhart, owner of the two acres, stated that the
property had been unilaterally annexed into the City of The
Colony with an agricultural zoning. She stated, that the
property has the present use as follows: Pizza Inn Restaurant;
Larry's Family Drive-Thru Restaurant; one portable office
structure used as a Real Estate office; and Morgan Buildings
located on the back of this land displayed for sale. Mrs.
Eberhart told the commission that in discussions with the City
staff, it was determined that light commercial zoning would
best fit the present needs of this property. Member Oaks asked
exactly how much of this property was undeveloped. Mrs.
Eberhart replied approximately one acre. Member Zimmerman asked
what development plans the Eberhart's might have at this time.
No definite plans have been made, Mrs. Eberhart advised the
commission. At this time, Harry Hunsicker co-owner and developer
of The Colony Square Shopping Center and Peter's Colony Shopping
Center spoke against this zoning and recommended that the zoning
be lowered to a more restrictive General Retail Classification.
At this time Chairman Schuck had arrived at the meeting and stated
that he was against the possibility of bringing in more Morgan
Buildings into that area and felt they would distract from the
esthetic harmony of this predominately commercial property. Member
Henry, explained to Mrs. Eberhart that the commission was dealing
with, at this time, the unknown and must base their desicsion on what
they felt was best for the future development of that area. Mrs.
Eberhar.t told the commission that she had been advised by her
attorney to seek this zoning to protect the existing acreage.
There followed a lengthy discussion of the uses of light commercial
zoning vs the general ~etail zoning. The commission stated their
hesitancy in recommending light commercial zoning at this time.
There being no further comments for or against this zoning change
request Member Henry then moved to close the hearing. Seconded
by Member Quevreaux the motion was passed by the following roll call
vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
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After a brief discussion Member Zimmerman moved that the
Planning and Zoning Commission recommend that this parcel
be zoned General Retail. Seconded by Member Quevreaux,
the motion was passed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
2. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED SIGN ORDINANCE.
Janice Carroll, City Secretary, pulled from the files the
attorneys legal opinion regarding this proposed sign ordinance.
After reviewing this legal opinion it was agreed by the
Commission that they would meet in a work session August 19th
to further study and review this ordinanance. Chairman Schuck
so moved. Member Quevreaux seconded the motion, and the motion
was passed on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
3. OTHER MATTERS THAT COME BEFORE THE BOARD.
Judy Oaks stated at this time that Chairman Schuck had been
serving as acting Chairman for a considerable length of time
and moved that he be appointed permanent Chairman for Planning
and Zoning. The motion was seconded by Member Quevreaux; however,
prior to voting, member Oaks withdrew her nomination. After a
brief discussion Member Henry moved that the commission appoint
Judy Oaks based on her qualifications and experience. Seconded
by Member Schuck the motion was passed by the following roll call
vote:
Ayes: All members voted yes
Noes: None ~
Abstentions: Member Oaks ~
There being no further action to be taken by the commission
Member Quevreaux moved to adjourn. Seconded by Member Henry
the motion was passed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
Chairman Oaks adjourned the'meeting.~at 9:~30 p.m.
Janice Carroll, Zoning Secretary
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