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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/30/2010 P&ZMINUTES CITY OF THE COLONY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AUGUST 31, 2010 After determining that a quorum was present, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of The Colony, Texas convened into regular session which was held on Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at 6:30 PM in the City Council Chambers located in City Hall, 6800 Main Street, The Colony, Texas, at which time the following items were addressed: Board Members Present: Karen Hames, Chairperson; Deville Hubbard; David Terre; Eddie McCormick; Helene Parker; Debbie Morrison; and Brian Wade. Board Member Absent: None Staff Present: J. Michael Joyce, Development Services Director; Andrew Sheridan, Senior Planner; Brant Shallenburger, Construction Communication Facilitator/Legal Coordinator; Gordon Scruggs, Director of Engineering; Felicia Koppang, Development Services Coordinator; Ed Voss, City Attorney. 1 1.0 CALL REGULAR SESSION TO ORDER Chairperson Hames called the meeting to order at 6:32 Pm. 1.1 Citizen Input No citizen input was received. 2.0 CONSENT AGENDA 2.1 Consider approval of the minutes of the July 13, 2010 and August 10, 2010 Regular Sessions. It was moved by Commissioner Terre to approve Item 2.1 as presented, seconded by Commissioner McCormick, and unanimously carried (7-0). 3.0 PUBLIC HEARING 3.1 Conduct a public hearing, discuss and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding an application for a Site Plan for the modification of an existing retail business located at the southwest corner of South Colony Boulevard and Paige Road (SPI0-0005, Valero #2187, 5208 South Colony Boulevard). Mr. Sheridan presented the staff report. Commissioner Wade asked if a site plan is to be provided in order to better see what is being proposed for the property. Mr. Sheridan responded that the site plans were provided for the previous agenda, when there was not a quorum. Planning and Zoning Commission August 31, 2010 Page 2 of 4 Commissioner Wade asked what the applicant's reasoning was for the modifications of the existing location. Tom Buonanno with MSCS located at 5421 Brassway in Dallas, Texas, general contractor for the project, responded that the purpose is to allow for expansion at the gas pumps to have more room for customers and beautification of the property. Commissioner Wade asked if there needs to be additional right-of-way dedicated along South Colony Boulevard. Mr. Scruggs responded that South Colony Boulevard will remain four lanes divided; therefore no additional right-of-way dedication is required. Mr. Joyce continued in stating that due to the changes, the access drive is being moved further away from the intersection along South Colony Boulevard. Chairperson Hames opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward to speak in favor or opposition. Chairperson Hames closed the Public Hearing. It was moved by Commissioner Wade to approve Item 3.1, seconded by Commissioner Morrison and unanimously carried (7-0). 3.2 Conduct a public hearing, discuss and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a Site Plan for the modification of an existing retail business located at the northwest corner of North Colony Boulevard and Main Street (SPIO-0006, Valero #2375, 6801 Main Street). Mr. Sheridan presented the staff report. Commissioner McCormick asked if the entrance to the location is going to change off of Main Street. Mr. Sheridan responded that there were no changes in access to the site proposed, all changes to the site are internal. Commissioner McCormick asked how far back the pumps and canopy are on the proposed pad. Mr. Sheridan responded forty to fifty feet from the curb line of Main Street. Commissioner McCormick stated that he knows there is a large amount of boat congestion at this location on the weekends coming off of North Colony Boulevard and he could see the proposed pad possibly having the same congestion issues coming off of Main Street. Mr. Sheridan responded that the existing pump islands will not be removed, therefore with the additional gas pump islands, some of the congestion should be relieved. Planning and Zoning Commission August 31, 2010 Page 3 of 4 Commissioner Terre asked if the proposed canopy location, which is currently a grassy area, will be completely paved. Mr. Sheridan responded that the proposal is for the entire area to be completely paved. Chairperson Hames opened the Public Hearing. No one came forward in favor or opposition. Chairperson Hames closed the Public Hearing. It was moved by Commissioner McCormick to approve Item 3.2, seconded by Commissioner Morrison and unanimously carried (7-0). 3.3 Conduct a public hearing, discuss, and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding an amendment to Section 10 Use of Land and Buildings of Appendix A of the Zoning Ordinance and Chapter 6, Article VI, Food and Food Establishments, relating to the use of temporary or permanent Seasonal Snow Cone Establishments. (S110-0006, Seasonal Snow Cone Establishments/Zoning Ordinance Amendment) Mr. Joyce presented the staff report. Chairperson Hames asked if the snow cone facilities will be subject to health inspections. Mr. Joyce responded yes, a food handler test is required for all employees and inspections will occur at the start of each season. Commissioner Terre asked if the health score will be posted. Mr. Joyce responded affirmatively, as required by ordinance. Commissioner Wade asked if under definitions, April through September meant April lst through September 30tH Mr. Joyce responded yes. Commissioner asked for the dates to be included in the definitions. Mr. Joyce responded that the revision would be noted. Chairperson Hames opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Miguel Moreno spoke in appreciation to the City for allowing snow cone establishments to once again be allowed in The Colony. Commissioner Terre asked if Mr. Moreno owned the snow cone establishment that used to exist on Main Street. Mr. Moreno responded no, he owned the snow cone establishment that used to be located at Paige Road and South Colony Boulevard in the Nick's Grill & Bar parking lot. Planning and Zoning Commission August 31, 2010 Page 4 of 4 Chairperson Hames closed the Public Hearing. It was moved by Commissioner Terre to approve Item 3.2, seconded by Commissioner Parker and unanimously carried (7-0). There being no further questions or discussion, Chairperson Hames adjourned the meeting at 7:00 pm. f ZI Karen Hames, Chairperson Fel is oppa ec r 'ng Secretary