2013-06-10 Meeting Report (The Garden District - Southlake Town Square)
SPIN MEETING REPORT
CASE NO.
ZA13-011
PROJECT NAME:
The Garden District Southlake Town Square
SPIN DISTRICT:
SPIN #8
MEETING DATE:
June 10, 2013; 7:00 PM
MEETING LOCATION:
1400 Main Street, Southlake, TX
Training Rooms 3A 3B
TOTAL ATTENDANCE:
Thirty-three (33)
SPIN REPRESENTATIVE(S) PRESENT:
Matt Shurly (#8) and Vic Awtry (#7)
APPLICANT(S) PRESENTING:
Larry Corsin, Cooper & Stebbins; et al five (5)
STAFF PRESENT:
Lorrie Fletcher, Planner I
STAFF CONTACT:
Richard Schell: (817)748-8602 or rschell@ci.southlake.tx.us
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Property Situation
The property is located at Southlake Town Square; generally the northeast corner of
East Southlake Boulevard and Carroll Avenue.
Development Details
The original concept plan was approved in May 2011 130 Condominiums, 10
Brownstones and 2.4 acres of open space.
In February 2013; the applicant proposed the following revised concept plan to SPIN:
28 Brownstones in 3 configurations
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7 Custom Villa Homes (6 detached)
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83 Garden District Residences in 5 buildings
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2.2 acres of open space
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Amenities to include:
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Sidewalks
Landscape
River bend stream / meditation area
Spanish steps common area
Pet playground
Currently, the applicant is requesting a revised concept plan to include:
33 Brownstones in 3 configurations
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100 Garden District Residences in 4 buildings
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± 3 acres of open space
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Exhibits presented at SPIN:
QUESTIONS / CONCERNS
What is the ratio of 1 2 3 bedrooms?
40 40 20% total
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How many Brownstones?
33
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1500 square feet was approved by City Council in 2011
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What was the density in 2011 plan?
Minimum square footage of 1500; no more than 25% of total can be 1500 square
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feet
What about parking?
80 parking spaces; we are currently over parked by 600 parking spaces for
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Southlake Town Square. The parking garages are underutilized.
What is the price point?
$325 - $350 per square foot
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Will these be owner occupied or leased?
These will be sold. We have no holding company or comps in this area.
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People own and rent property throughout the city
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Why is the construction so expensive?
It is Cooper & Stebbins quality expectation and commitment made from the
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beginning
There are two different housing products. Is the condo HOA different from the
Brownstones?
The HOA(s) can set rules that protect value. We are discussing the best
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approach regarding the HOA.
According to your new plan, Summit Avenue no longer dead ends and is now a through
street. We are concerned about 1709 cut through. There is a safety concern and may be
increased traffic from those seeking parking.
You have made good comments I love the concept. There is a great need for condos.
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as guarantees by the applicant. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to follow the case through the Planning and Zoning
Commission and final action by City Council.