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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/06/77 P&Z MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION THE CITY OF THE COLONY DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS SEPTEMBER 6, 1977 State of Texas ) ) County of Denton ) The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of The Colony, Denton County, Texas convened in regular session, open to the public, at the offices of the Colony Municipal Utility District, the City of The Colony, Denton County, Texas at 7 p.m., Tuesday, September 6, 1977 and the roll was called of the members to wit: Mike Mansfield Chairman Cathy Bock Member Bob Brown Member Harry Hunsicker Member Art Welty Member Ail members were present with the exception of Harry Hunsicker. Chair- man Mansfield made note that his absence was excused to attend a pre- viously scheduled meeting. Also in attendance were Alderman Adams, Rick Chadwick, Ex Officio Member, Frank Graham & Wayne Thompson of Fox & Jacobs, and Janice Carroll, Secretary. The first agenda item was the approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of August 8, 1977. Cathy Bock moved that the minutes be approved as read. Bob Brown seconded the motion. The motion was passed by the following vote: Ayes: All members present voted aye Noes: None Minutes for the work session of August 17, 1977 were also presented for approval. Cathy Bock moved that the minutes be approved as read. Bob Brown seconded the motion. The motion was passed by the following vote: Ayes: All members present voted aye Noes: None The yearly Council Report was the second item considered by the Commis- sion members. Chairman Mansfield opened the discussion by asking Alderman Adams what information the Council needs in this report. Alderman Adams stated that this is essentially a progress report of past accomplish- ments and an outline as to next year's plans, building sights, etc. Chairman Mansfield replied that pertaining to future plans it is all included in the Master Plan. Alderman Adams answered that this comment should be in the progress report. The report should also include a report as to the absences of each member. This is only for the purpose of reappointment Alderman Adams emphasized. At this time Chairman Mansfield asked for volunteers to prepare this progress report. It was decided that Bob Brown and Chairman Mansfield would prepare the report. There followed a lengthy review of the Scottsdale Sign Ordinance. Cathy Bock was in charge of this. She stated that Frank Graham and Harry Hunsicker had assisted her in the study of this ordinance. Some of the major changes discussed by the Commission included the change of the title "Superintendent of Building" to "Building Inspector". There was a dis- cussion as to what the term "abandoned sign" signified. It was decided that although it was defined by the ordinance, it was not used and should be eliminated. It was brought out that a separate electrical permit is not -1- needed for a sign. Wayne Thompson interjected that he was of the opinion that if a major change was being made, such as from nonillumina- ting to illuminating, then it should be reinspected. Alderman Adams commented that the Section establishing a Development Review Board should be incorporated under the City's Architectural Review Board. Cathy Bock stated that they felt that all permit fees should be eliminated and one flat fee be established. Alderman Adams stated that the Council is in agreement with a flat fee. It was decided that the permit fee would be $3.00. It was considered to omit the requirement of sign plans; however, Thompson commented that descriptive plans are necessary for the city's protection and as a matter of permanent record. Relating to inspections, Frank Graham stated that it is not necessary to have more than one inspection source per house although the inspec- tion fee would be paid by Fox & Jacobs. The "Inspection Marking" section was deleted. Frank Graham further commented that he had been in contact with Wood Sign Company, and he will get a copy of the Dallas Ordinance passed in 1972 for the Commission's use. Cathy Bock related that Harry Hunsicker is asking permission to put up a triangle development sign. Frank Graham felt that further information and study was needed on develop- ment signs and temporary signs. There was a discussion of political signs, window signs, garage sale signs, and directional signs, etc. Chairman Mansfield stated that this whole section is open for further study, and it will be reviewed again when further information is available. Chairman Mansfield explained that the Ex Officio Members have asked to be excused from the actual workings of the Commission. This was agenda Item No. Two. The Commission was in agreement with this request. The planning of an Architectural Review Board was the third agenda item. Frank Graham mentioned that the Fort Worth Appeal Board was a good plan to study. The board is appointed from professional organizations. A brief discussion followed; however, no motions were made and no action was taken. Bob Brown requested that the Commission hold a work session on the follow- ing Tuesday at 7 p.m. The members agreed. It will be held at the Municipal Utility District building. Prior to adjournment, Chairman Mansfield requested that he turn the chair- manship over to Vice Chairman Welty according to the Commission's Rules of Procedure in order to make a statement for the minutes. Cathy Bock moved that according to the Rules of Procedure, the meeting be suspended from the regular order of business. Bob Brown seconded the motion. The motion was carried by the following vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None Art Welty, acting as Chairman, gave Mike Mansfield the floor. Mike Mansfield stated that on August 23, 1977, Art Welty was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Municipal Utility District, and it was discussed that there could possibly be a conflict of interest. The general opinion was that there was no conflict of interest. On the 23 of August, Art Welty was asked if he would resign, and he said yes; however, at this point in time, no reason for conflict of interest has been brought up. The Chairmanship was returned to Mike Mansfield. There being no further action to be taken, Cathy Bock moved that the meeting be ad- journed. Bob Brown seconded the motion. The motion was passed by the following vote: Ayes: All members present voted aye Noes: None Chairman Mansfield adjourned the meeting.. / j.~! Janice Carroll, Secretary -2 t