2001-09-04 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TOWN HALL, 1400 MAIN STREET
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS
MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 4, 2001
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Rick Stacy; Mayor Pro Tem W. Ralph
Evans; Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Patsy DuPre. Members: Greg Standerfer, Rex Potter
[arrived at 6:45 p.m.] Tom Stephen and Keith Shankland.
CITY STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Billy Campbell; Assistant to the City Manager
John Eaglen; Director of Finance Sharen Elam; Director of Community Services Kevin
Hugman; Senior Comprehensive Planner for Community Services Chris Carpenter;
Director of Economic Development Greg Last; Director of Public Works Pedram
Farahnak; Assistant to the Public Works Director Valerie Bradley; Senior Engineer
Charlie Thomas; Director of Planning Bruce Payne; Senior Planner Dennis Killough;
Senior Planner Ken Baker; Director of Human Resources Harold Cates; Director of
Public Safety Rick Black; Manager of Building Services Malcolm Jackson; Manager of
Technical Services Gary Gregg; City Attorney Debra Drayovitch; and, City Secretary
Sandra L. LeGrand.
WORK SESSION: Mayor Rick Stacy called the Work Session to order at 5:46 p.m.
The work session is audio and videotape recorded for future reference. Copies are
available from the Office of the City Secretary.
■ During the work session, agenda items were discussed and the following items
were moved to the consent agenda: Item #8 -E, Ordinance No. 809, 1 reading;
Item #10 -A, Resolution No. 01 -036, Appointments to Crime Control and
Prevention District Board.
The work session ended at 5:58 p.m.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Agenda Item #1 -A, Call To Order
Mayor Rick Stacy called the Regular City Council meeting to order at 5:58 p.m. The City
Council meetings are video and audio tape- recorded for future reference and copies are
available upon request from the Office of the City Secretary.
Agenda Item #2 -A, Executive Session
Mayor Rick Stacy advised the audience that the City Council would be going into
Executive Session pursuant to the Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072,
551.073, 551.074, 551.086, to seek legal advise from the City Attorney; to deliberate
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regarding real property matters; to deliberate regarding a prospective gift; to deliberate
regarding personnel matters; to deliberate regarding security devices; and /or to
deliberate regarding economic development negotiations.
Council adjourned into executive session at 5:59 p.m.
Council returned to open session at 7:00 p.m.
Agenda Item #2 -B, Action Necessary /Executive Session
No action was taken as the result of the executive session.
Agenda Item #3, Invocation and Pledge to the Flag
Councilmember Keith Shankland gave the Invocation tonight, while Mayor Stacy led the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Agenda Item #4 -A, Mayor's Report
Mayor Stacy made the following announcements during the Mayor's Report:
■ Metroport Cities Partnership will be going to Austin on September 26 and
September 27 to make a presentation to the Texas Department of Transportation
regarding F.M. 1938 expansion. Those attending from Southlake Council and
staff include: Mayor Stacy, Mayor Pro Tem Evans, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
DuPre, Councilmembers Rex Potter and Tom Stephen. Staff attending includes:
City Manager Billy Campbell and Director of Economic Development Greg Last.
✓ September 26 at 10:00 a.m. will be the Ribbon Cutting for the Southlake Public
Library. Director of Community Services Kevin Hugman reported that the Grand
Opening will be held in Mid - November, with a theme of "Watch Use Grow."
✓ A second FY2001 -2002 Budget work session will be held on September 11
beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Town Hall.
Councilmember Rex Potter asked staff to do a presentation to Council prior to them
going to Austin, regarding F.M. 1938. It was noted that the presentation would be held
during the Regular City Council meeting on September 18.
Councilmember Patsy DuPre stated she visited the Public Works facility on Continental
Boulevard and was impressed with staff and the care they have taken of City equipment.
She encouraged other Councilmembers to take the time to visit the facility.
Agenda Item #4 -B, City Manager's Report
During the City Manager's Report, Director of Economic Development Greg Last
reported on the groundbreaking ceremony held for the new Verizon Wireless facility on
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August 16, 2001. Last stated the facility will help define the S.H. 114 Corridor and will
be very impressive. Verizon plans to open their facility in August 2002 with 400
employees. Mayor Stacy commented that he appreciates Greg and his information.
Agenda Item #4 -C, SPIN Report
The SPIN report was made by Roger Hutton, SPIN #11 Representative, 1900 Shady Oaks
Drive, Southlake. Mr. Hutton reviewed the SPIN meetings that have been taken place
during the past few weeks and noted the meetings that are being planned including
September 10, whereby SPIN #3 and #5 will hold a meeting at the Senior Activity Center
to discuss Hardy Estates; September 13, the City staff will hold a SPIN meeting making
presentations on the Land Use Plan Update; and on September 22, a Citywide SPIN
meeting will be held to discuss the Aventerra zoning. Mr. Hutton thanked the City
Council for the action taken on the Verizon Wireless project.
Agenda Item #4 -D, Library Report
Bret Burford, a Library Board member, made the monthly Library Report commenting on
the September 26 Ribbon Cutting to take place at 10:00 a.m., stating that at that time a
citizen could apply for a library card. He noted they are receiving shipments of books on
a weekly basis and that they are moving forward toward a 44 -hour week opening, which
will take place in November.
Agenda Item # 5, Consent Agenda
Mayor Stacy stated that all items listed below are considered to be routine by the City
Council and will be enacted with one motion. There will be separate discussion of items
unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed
from the general order of business and considered in its normal sequence.
5 -A. Approval of the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on August 21,
2001.
The minutes were approved as presented.
5 -B. Resolution No. 01 -058, Establishing one election precinct for the city for use on
the November 6, 2001, Local Option Election.
Chapter C of Chapter 42 of the Texas Election Code authorizes municipalities to
establish election precincts for municipal elections. The election precinct
established by this resolution will not divide a county election precinct except as
necessary to follow the city's boundaries. The election precinct created shall
comprise all of the Tarrant and Denton County precincts located within the City
of Southlake to the extent they are located within the city limits of the City of
Southlake and will include:
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Tarrant County Precincts: 3470, 3039, 3040, 3286, 3359, 3526, and 3529.
Denton County Precinct: 401
This single election precinct will be for use only in the November 6, 2001, Local
Option Election.
5 -C. Item intentionally left blank.
5 -D. Authorize the Mayor to execute a professional services agreement with Carter &
Burgess for N -4 sewer design.
The N -4 sewer interceptor is located within N -4 watershed and stretches from
S.H. 114 just north of Town Square and ends at an 18" recently constructed sewer
main on North Kimball Avenue. The N -4 sewer interceptor is planned for
construction along West Ones Branch Creek and consists of approximately 4,500
feet of 12" and 15" sewer pipe. The service area of N -4 water shed is 258.3 acres
and bounded approximately on the north by Highland Street, on the south by S.H.
114, on the west by Carroll Avenue and on the east by North Kimball Avenue.
After preparation of basic engineering and cost data, the approximate pro -rated
cost per parcel of land was calculated and a meeting was arranged with the
impacted property owners. During this meeting, the staff made a comprehensive
presentation about all aspects of planning, design and construction and cost of the
N -R sewer interceptor. As of this date, 88% of the property owners have
expressed a commitment to share the cost of construction of the N -4 sewer
interceptor. The required funds to complete the professional services are $68,100.
The Finance Department has confirmed that necessary money for this project is
available from the funds allocated for the S -7 sewer interceptor that was
completed earlier this year.
5 -E. Approval of Change Order No. 1 with SRO General Contractors, Inc., for the
installation of sidewalks along Carlisle Lane, from Rainbow Street to South
Carroll Avenue, and along East Continental Boulevard from South Carroll
Avenue to South Hollow Drive.
The Council awarded the contract on the construction of intersection
improvements at South Carroll Avenue and East Continental Boulevard on April
3, 2001, to SRO General Contractors, Inc. That construction is now underway.
Residents in the Cambridge Place Addition and the South Hollow Addition have
requested that the City construct sidewalks along Carlisle Lane from Rainbow
Street to South Carroll Avenue and along East Continental Boulevard from South
Carroll Avenue to South Hollow Drive to provide pedestrian access for children
walking to the new elementary school on South Carroll Avenue and East
Continental Boulevard. The City staff designed these two sections of sidewalk
and requested a construction price from the contractor. The sidewalk along East
Continental Boulevard is part of the Master Trail System and, therefore, will be
six feet wide. The contractor has provided a price of $26,750 for the sidewalk
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along Carlisle Lane and $22,504 for the cost of the trail along East Continental
Boulevard for a total of $49,254. The original plans for this project include a
section of trail along the west and south side of South Carroll Avenue from East
Continental Boulevard to the new elementary school, and a sidewalk along the
north side of South Carroll Avenue from Carlisle Lane to Bordeaux Drive, where
a cross walk is planned across South Carroll Avenue to the new elementary
school. Approval of this Change Order will increase the project cost of $49,254
for a total of $833,176.10. $350,652 is available from South Carroll Avenue and
East Continental Boulevard street reconstruction.
5 -F. Ordinance No. 292 -B, 1st Reading, Establishing times and places for the meetings
of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Ordinance No. 292 establishes that the Planning and Zoning Commission shall
meet on the Thursday following the first and third Tuesday of each month,
provided that the Thursday does not fall on a city holiday. The Ordinance states
that four members of the Planning and Zoning Commission shall constitute a
quorum for the transaction of business. Ordinance No. 292 -A indicates that the
Planning and Zoning Commission would meet at 667 North Carroll Avenue,
therefore, making it necessary to change this ordinance. This ordinance is
basically a clean up of the Ordinance.
5 -G. Ordinance No. 807, 1 Reading, Abandoning a portion of the public right -of -way
for T.W. King Road within the Clariden Ranch Addition (formerly known as
Crown Ridge Addition, Phase IB).
The final plat for Crown Ridge Addition, Phase IB, located at the southwest
corner of Bob Jones Road and T.W. King Road, was approved on June 8, 2000.
The re- alignment of T.W. King Road from Bob Jones Road approximately 478
feet to the south was included in the final plat. The new alignment for this section
of T.W. King Road has been constructed and traffic has been diverted to the new
roadway. All existing utilities located within the old section of T.W. King Road
have been relocated to the new T.W. King Road right -of -way. It was understood
at the time the final plat was approved that when the new T.W. King Road was
platted in Crown Ridge Addition and Phase IB was completed, the old alignment
of T.W. King right -of -way would be abandoned. The developer is requesting that
the City abandon the old right -of -way of T.W. King Road from Bob Jones Road
to approximately 478 feet south. The area of right -of -way to be abandoned
contains approximately 23,182 square feet.
5 -H. Approval of Library Study Rooms Use Policy.
The Library Committee recently developed the study room use policy. Library
staff members reviewed the policy information provided by the Committee and
have not recommended any modifications. The two public study rooms would be
available on a first come, first served basis. They are capable of seating up to four
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people and patrons wishing the use them must sign in at the front desk and present
a current Southlake Public Library card. Patrons using the study rooms must abide
by the library code of conduct policy and are forbidden from adhering items to the
walls. The proposed study room use policy, in its entirety, gives clear direction
on the appropriate use of the study rooms and assists staff in providing consistent
oversight.
5 -I. Approval of Library Exhibits and Display Cases Policy.
The policy dictates that the library will limit the use of its exhibit spaces to library
produced exhibits prepared by staff to reflect topics of interest to visitors. The
library may borrow items from individuals, local organizations groups, or
businesses and may credit the lender. No library space will be available for
unsolicited exhibits. The library will take reasonable care of the display items but
will not provide insurance to over the items and assumes no responsibility in the
event of loss, theft, or damage. The proposed policy, in its entirely gives clear
direction and consistent guidance on the appropriate use of the exhibits and
display cases within the library.
5 -J. Approval of Library Handouts and Bulletin Boards Policy.
The policy states that the library may act as a distribution point for handout
materials for public awareness from non - profit groups, community groups,
educational /governmental agencies, and library handouts. Handouts of a
commercial nature will not be accepted. Final authority for all handouts and
bulletin board announcements will rest with the Library Administrator, and
approved announcements will be marked "Approved for Posting", dated, and
initialed. When space is limited, priority is given to the library, City government,
and local organizations in that order. The proposed policy, in its entirety gives
clear direction and consistent guidance to staff regarding the appropriate use of
handouts and bulletin boards within the library.
5 -K. Approval of Library Programs Policy.
The Programs Policy provides that adult and youth programming will be
developed and presented by the library or co- sponsored by the library in
conjunction with other community organizations. Library programs will be open
to anyone wishing to attend and no attendance fees may be charged. Space
restrictions or program requirements may limit the number of people who can
attend and preference will be given to residents of Southlake. All persons
attending library programs are expected to adhere to the library's policy on patron
conduct. The proposed policy, in its entirety, gives clear direction and consistent
guidance to staff in regards to library programming.
5 -L. Ordinance No. 480 -368, 1 Reading (ZA 01 -039) Rezoning and Site Plan for
Secure Source, Inc.
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The applicant withdrew this item on August 29, 2001.
5 -M. Resolution No. 01 -056 (ZA 01 -073), Specific Use Permit for the sale of alcoholic
beverages for off - premise consumption per Zoning Ordinance No. 480, Section
45.1 (1) and Section 45.6, on property legally described as portions of Lots 1 & 2,
Block B, Commerce Business Park, being 3.029 acres.
At the request of the applicant, this item was a table to the September 18 City
Council meeting, continuing the public hearing to that date. The second reading
of the ordinance for zoning will also be held on September 18, 2001; therefore,
the items will be finalized at the same meeting.
8 -E. Ordinance No. 809, 1st Reading, Amending Ordinance No. 717 and 717 -B, and
Chapter 18, Article III, Section 18 -79 of the Southlake City Code; designating the
speed limit within Princeton Park Addition as 25 mph.
Staff has been working with the Homeowners' Association to investigate and
reduce the speeding concerns in the Princeton Park Addition. The City Engineer
has received a petition of request from Princeton Park property owners for the
City Council to consider reducing the speed limit in Princeton Park Addition to 25
mph. The petition includes signatures of 71% of the property owners in Princeton
Park. This is the similar speed limit reduction that has been done in several
subdivisions throughout the City. On October 6, 1998, the City Council passed an
ordinance lowering the speed limit to 25 mph in the Timberlake Addition, which
lies directly to the west of Princeton Park Addition. The two subdivisions are
connected by Parkcrest Drive. Princeton Park Addition abuts White Chapel
Boulevard on its east side. The Princeton Park Addition does experience traffic
traveling from the Timberlake Addition to White Chapel Boulevard. If the speed
limit were reduced to 25 mph, it would provide for a uniform speed limit
throughout these two closely related subdivisions.
10 -A. Resolution No. 01 -036, Appointments to Crime Control and Prevention District
Board.
During the executive session tonight the City Council appointed the following to
serve on the Crime Control and Prevention District Board of Directors: Pam
McCain, Frank Pittman, Martin Schelling and Lou Ann Heath. The terms of these
board members are for two years, ending in September 2003.
Motion was made to approve the consent agenda as presented, including: #5 -A, as
presented; Item #5 -B, #5 -D, as presented; Item #5 -E, #5 -F, 1 reading; #5 -F, 1 reading;
#5 -G, 1 reading; #5 -H, as presented; #5 -I, as presented; #5 -J, as amended, adding
handouts of a political nature to "Handouts of a commercial nature will not be accepted,
and, deleting the sentence, "Final authority for all handouts and bulletin board
announcements rests with the Library Administrator "; Item #5 -K, Item #5 -L, withdrawn
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by the applicant; Item #5 -M, tabled to September 18, City Council meeting at the request
of the applicant, with the public hearing being continued to that date; Item #8 -E, 1st
reading; and Item #10 -A, appointments to the Crime Control and Prevention District
Board, naming Pam McCain, Frank Pittman, Martin Schelling and Lou Ann Heath.
Motion: DuPre
Second: Standerfer
Ayes: DuPre, Standerfer, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #6, Public Forum
Jay McClure, Botanical Technology, engineer at Bob Jones Park Project. Mr. McClure
stated that 011 July 15 the restroom /concession building was consumed by fire. He stated
his company offered to go forth at their own expense to get the job completed, however,
they cannot control the general contractor. The general contractor has legal concerns.
They are asking the City Council to help them finish the project on schedule. At this time
the Park project has come to a halt.
Mayor Stacy asked the Director of Public Works and Director of Community
Services to go out of the room with those present regarding this issue and try to
come to some solutions.
Agenda Item #7 -A, Ordinance No. 810, 1 Reading, Annual Budget for FY2001 -002
and approving the revised budget figures for FY 2000 -01
Director of Finance Sharen Elam presented information related to the Annual Budget for
FY 2001 -002 and approving the revised budget figures for FY2000 -01. This ordinance
formally sets the budget for FY2001 -02 and amends the budget for FY2000 -01. The
ordinance requires two readings, so the budget will not be finalized until the second
reading on September 18, 2001. The next budget work session is scheduled for
September 11, 2001. Changes may be made between the two readings and a list of
comments /suggested changes is included with the memo for Council review. Elam stated
also incorporated is a list of anticipated capital projects for FY2001 -02.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Councilmember Rex Potter asked what it would take to increase the reserve fund to 17 %?
He added he is not comfortable with the 15% reserve fund.
Councilmember Patsy DuPre stated staff was very conservative last year and then were
able to come forward at mid -year.
Councilmember Tom Stephen stated he wants staff to look at the fees charged for
inspections.
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Mayor Stacy stated he thinks it is best be as lean as possible and lower the taxes.
Motion was made to approve Ordinance No. 810, 1 Reading.
Motion: Standerfer
Second: DuPre
Ayes: Standerfer, DuPre, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #7 -B, Ordinance No. 811, 1 Reading, Tax Levy Ordinance
Director of Finance Sharen Elam presented Ordinance No. 811, 1 Reading, Tax Levy
Ordinance, noting this ordinance formally sets the tax rate at $.422 per $100 valuation for
FY 2001 -02. It requires two readings, so the tax rate will not be finalized until the
second reading of September 18, 2001. Changes may be made to the rate between the
two readings. After the second reading, the rate is given to Tarrant County who will
apply the rate to the appraised values as of January 1, 2001, and generate tax statements.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Motion was made to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 811, Tax Levy
Ordinance, with the tax rate remaining at $.422 per $100 valuation.
Motion: DuPre
Second: Standerfer
Ayes: DuPre, Standerfer, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item # 7 -C, Ordinance No. 480 -LL, 2 " Reading, Outside Storage and
Screening
Director of Planning Bruce Payne presented Ordinance No. 480 -LL, noting on June 12,
2001, staff held a work session with City Council to review proposed changes to the
outside storage regulations. The City Council approved of staff changes; however, the
Council requested that staff add a provision that would allow some seasonal merchandise
To be stored outside without screening. Also, the Council instructed staff to meet with
the business owners most directly affected by the proposed regulations. Mr. Payne
outlined the changes that were made to the ordinance. A copy of the memorandum from
Mr. Payne dated September 1, 2001, is hereby attached to the minutes of this meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Motion was made to approve Ordinance No. 480 -LL, 2 Reading.
Motion: Potter
Second: Standerfer
Ayes: Potter, Standerfer, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, DuPre, Stacy
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Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #7 -D, Ordinance No. 803, 2 " Reading, Public Art Policy
Senior Comprehensive Planner with Community Services Chris Carpenter presented
Ordinance No. 802, for second reading, noting the only substantive changes to this item
since the first reading is those suggested and approved by the City Council on August 21,
2001. The changes include:
(1) Section VII "Funding " - appropriating an amount for public are up to
one percent (1 %) of the approved Capital Improvements Plan projects
for that fiscal year.
(2) Section VIII (B)- adding wording that the artist shall execute a waiver
of liability agreement for the City.
Councilmembers suggested taking out the one percent (1 %) as noted above and add
"assessment."
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Motion was made to approve Ordinance No. 803, 2 " Reading, as amended, In Section
V11(A)(1), remove the wording "one percent (1%)" and leave in the language
"assessment" to reflect the range of funding possible (i.e. "not exceeding one percent
(1 %) that is previously established in Section V11(A).
Motion: DuPre
Second: Standerfer
Ayes: DuPre, Standerfer, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #7 - E, ZA 01 - 068, Site Plan for Bank One
ZA 02 -068, Site Plan for Bank One, on property proposed as Lot 2, Block 1, Gumm
Scifres Addition, and being legally described as a portion of Tract 2 and Tract 2B2 in the
John Freeman Survey, Abstract No. 529, and being 1.45 acres.
Senior Planner Dennis Killough presented this item stating this property is located on the
southeast corner of West Southlake Boulevard (F.M. 1709) and Village Center Drive.
The purpose of this request is to get approval of a Site Plan in order to build a bank. The
plan proposes a 3,949- square foot bank with four drive - through lanes. The Planning and
Zoning Commission approved this plan on August 9, 2001, subject to the site plan review
summary, specifically excluding any requested variances. The City Council asked the
applicant to table the item and re- evaluate the design on August 21, 2001. The plan
before Council proposes a pitched roof canopy and shows a change in the exterior
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building material from primarily EIFS (exterior insulating finish system) or artificial
stucco to brick and stone with a small amount of EIFS. A color rendering and letter
addressing the changes was given to Council in their packets.
Councilmember Greg Standerfer stated it may not be the best bank building in Southlake,
but the applicant did everything the City Council asked them to do.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Motion was made to approve ZA 01 -068, Site Plan for Bank One, subject to the Site Plan
Review Summary No. 5, dated August 31, 2001, and provided they use colored stone and
brick.
Motion: Standerfer
Second: DuPre
Ayes: Standerfer, DuPre, Potter, Evans, Stephen, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #7 -F, Ordinance No. 480 -373, 2 " Reading (ZA01 -065)
Ordinance No. 480 -373, 2' Reading, (ZA01 -065) Rezoning on property legally
described as a portion of Tract 1A, Jesse G. Allen Survey, Abstract 18, being 15.47 acres.
Current zoning is "AG" Agricultural District with a requested zoning of "SF -1A" Single
Family Residential District.
Senior Planner Dennis Killough presented for second reading Ordinance No. 480 -373,
noting the property is located on the north side of West Southlake Boulevard (F.M. 1709)
approximately 400' west of West Jellico Circle. The purpose of this request is to change
the zoning to allow for a single - family residential development. The requested zoning is
"SF -1A." A plan is not required for this zoning change.
The City Council approved the preliminary plat proposing 16 lots (Case ZA01 -067) on
August 21, 2001. There have been no changes regarding this request since it last
appeared before the City Council.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Applicant, Paul Spain stated the plat shows 14 lots, not the 16 lots as noted earlier.
Motion was made to approve ZA 01 -065, Ordinance No. 480 -373, 2' reading.
Motion: DuPre
Second: Standerfer
Ayes: DuPre, Standerfer, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7- vote
Agenda Item #7 -G, Ordinance No. 480 -374, 2 " Reading
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Ordinance No. 480 -374, 2 Reading (ZA01 -066), Rezoning and Concept Plan for Lots 1
and 16, Park Meadows Court, on property legally described as a portion of Tract 1A,
Jesse G. Allen Survey, Abstract No. 18, and being 3.64 acres. Current zoning is "AG"
Agricultural District with a requested zoning of "0-1" Office District.
Senior Planner Dennis Killough presented this case noting the property is located on the
north side of West Southlake Boulevard (F.M. 1709), approximately 400' west of West
Jellico Circle. This request is associated with cases ZA01 -065, and ZA01 -067. The
purpose of this request is to receive zoning and concept plan approval for four office -
building sites on two lots (two buildings on each lot). The following variances were
requested on the plan that appeared before the Planning and Zoning Commission:
• Driveway spacing along Southlake Boulevard on both lots
• Commercial drives onto local streets where other access is available
• Driveway stacking depth on all driveways
• A 12' width reduction in the required bufferyard along F.M. 1709 due to
R.O.W. dedication for a deceleration lane.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval on August 9, 2001,
subject to the concept plan review summary, specifically denying all requested variances.
Prior to the first reading by the City Council, the applicant revised its plan to eliminate all
variance requests except for driveway stacking depth on the driveways accessing both
lots. The City Council approved the first reading on August 21, subject to the review and
did not address the requested stacking variances.
Applicant, Paul Spain, was present to answer questions of Council.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Motion was made to approve Ordinance No. 480 -374, 2 °a reading, for Lots 1 -16, Park
Meadows Court, subject to the Concept Plan Review Summary No. 5, dated August 31,
2001; allowing the two variances as shown.
Motion: Standerfer
Second: DuPre
Ayes: Standerfer, DuPre, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: Potter
Approved: 6 -1 vote
Agenda Item #7 -H, ZA01 -085, Site Plan for First American Bank
ZA01 -085, Site Plan for First American Bank, on property legally described as Lot 1,
Block 61, Timarron Addition, Phase 5, O.W. Knight Survey, Abstract No. 899, being
1.46 acres. Current zoning is "PUD" Planned Unit Development District.
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Senior Planner Dennis Killough presented this site plan stating, this property is located at
the southwest corner of East Southlake Boulevard and Byron Nelson Parkway. This
property is part of the Timarron RPUD and has "0-1" Office District uses permitted. The
site plan proposed a 5,355- square -foot bank building with six drive- through lanes. There
are no new curb cuts proposed onto adjacent public streets. However, a variance is
requested for driveway stacking depth from the Byron Nelson R.O.W. to the first
driveway centerline intersecting the common access drive along the south property line
(130' is required by ordinance; 49' is provided). The Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval (6 -0) on August 23, 2001, allowing the requesting stacking
variance.
Applicant, Cliff Weisinhauss, President of First American Bank. The applicant was
present to answer questions of Council.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Motion was made to approve ZA01 -085, Site Plan for First American Bank; subject to
the Site Plan Review Summary #2, dated August 3, 2001, allowing the variance
requested.
Motion: DuPre
Second: Standerfer
Ayes: DuPre, Standerfer, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #7 -I, Resolution No. 01 -059, (ZA01 -088), Specific Use Permit for
Genghis Grill Restaurant
Resolution No. 01 -059 (ZA01 -088), Specific Use Permit for sale of alcoholic beverages
for on- premise consumption per Zoning Ordinance No. 480, Section 45.1 (1), and Section
45.6, on property legally described as a portion of Lot 3, Block 1, Gateway Plaza.
Senior Planner Dennis Killough presented Resolution No. 01 -059, stating this site is
located at the northwest corner of East Southlake Boulevard and Gateway Drive, on the
west side of Anemia's Mexican Restaurant. He stated there are no unresolved issues
related to this request.
Applicant, Kevin Forseman, 2970 East Southlake Boulevard, Southlake, Manager of
Genghis Grill. Mr. Forseman stated that Southlake would be their fourth location. He
noted the bar sales equal 10% of the total sales for the restaurant. He indicated that they
have no plans on having a patio for dining at this location.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during the public hearing.
Motion was made to approve the Specific Use Permit for Genghis Grill Restaurant, with
the permit tied to the term of the lease.
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 4, 2001 Page 13 of 20
Motion: Standerfer
Second: Shankland
Ayes: Standerfer, Shankland, DuPre, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #7 -J, ZA01 -064, Site Plan for Darden Square, Phase II
ZA01 -064, Site Plan for Dardan Square, Phase II, on property legally described as Lot 7,
Hiram Granberry, No. 581 Addition, being 0.735 acres. Current zoning is "C -2" Local
Retail Commercial District.
Senior Planner Dennis Killough presented this site plan for approval, noting this site is
located at the northwest corner of East Southlake Boulevard just east of Lake Crest Drive
and is the lot west of Dana's Studio of Dance. The current zoning on the property is "C-
2" Local retail Commercial District uses. This plan proposes a 4,400 square -foot
building to expand Dana's Dance Studio and will house a small dance equipment retail
shop. A variance is being requested for driveway stacking depth (50' is required; 35" is
provided) and staff recommendation is relocate some parking spaces aligned with the
entrance. To relocate the spaces the applicant would need to push the building toward
Southlake Boulevard and locate the spaces in the rear, putting more parking spaces near a
residential property. The applicant has not done this at the request of the adjacent
property owner.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval (6 -0) on August 23, 2001,
subject to the review granting variance for stacking and removing three parallel spaces on
the south side, creating a 28' buffer yard to be adequately landscaped and allowing a one -
space reduction in parking.
Applicants, Scott and Dana Bailey, owners of the building. Mr. Bailey stated they have
700 Southlake families attending dance classes. The peak time at the location is 5:45
p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Mr. Bailey stated they have planned for the second building, a Pro -
Shop, that will sell dancewear to the students. The building will not generate as much
traffic as the dance studio itself.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Bobby and Stephanie Chesbro, residents to the rear of the property. Mr. Chesbro stated
they are pleased to have Dana as a neighbor. He stated when the property was originally
developed and for the past three years, they have been under the understanding that the
building would mirror the original building. He stated his main concerns. If he had
known this is what would come of the original agreement, he would never have agreed to
it. He wants to see 8' masonry fence and have them move the building forward to mirror
the same elevation as the first building. He also wants more landscaping on the plan.
He stated he would rather have the drive closer to his fence and not have parking spots
near the fence.
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 4, 2001 Page 14 of 20
Mayor Stacy asked the applicant and Mr. Chesbro to go talk about this and come
back later in the meeting with the acceptable plan.
This item will continue later in the meeting.
Agenda Item #7 -K, ZA01 -090, Revised Site Plan for Bicentennial Park
ZA01 -090, Revised Site Plan for Bicentennial Park, on property legally described as Lot
2R2, L.B.G. Hall Survey, Abstract No. 686. Current zoning is "S -P -1" Detailed Site Plan
District with "CS" Community Service District uses.
Senior Planner Dennis Killough stated there are no variances to this request.
Director of Community Services Kevin Hugman explained the need for the shade
structures at the park. He noted the plan proposes a shade structure northeast of the
playground area near the existing maintenance building in order to cover park
maintenance equipment. There are no unresolved issues with this request.
PUBLIC HEARING: No comments were made during this public hearing.
Motion was made to approve ZA01 -090, Revised Site Plan for Bicentennial Park, as
shown.
Motion: Standerfer
Second Stephen
Ayes: Standerfer, Stephen Evans, Shankland, DuPre, Potter, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #7 -L, Award of Bid to Sun Ports International for Shade Structures
Director of Community Services Kevin Hugman presented this item, noting this item is
related to the previous agenda item, ZA01 -090, Revised Site Plan for Bicentennial Park.
City Council approved a mid -year budget amendment of $35,000 for capital
improvements to the Bicentennial Park maintenance yard. The improvements requested
were to expand the yard area and configuration to enhance equipment ingress /egress and
to construct shade structures along the perimeter areas to protect parks maintenance
equipment from weather. The bid received is within the budgeted amount. Sun Ports
International is currently installing shade structures over the baseball field bleachers part
of an approved SPDC capital project. Staff recommends award of the bid to Sun Ports
International in the amount of $23,834 plus a five percent contingency for a total project
budget of $25,037.
Motion was made to approve the award of bid to Sun Ports International in the amount of
$25,037.
Motion: Standerfer
Second: DuPre
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 4, 2001 Page 15 of 20
Ayes: Standerfer, DuPre, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Mayor Rick Stacy stepped down for Item #8 -A
Agenda Item #8 -A, Ordinance No. 480 -372, 1 Reading (ZA01 -072)
Ordinance No. 480 -372, 1 Reading (ZA01 -072) Rezoning and Site Plan for Quik Trip
on property legally described as portions of Lots 1 & 2, Block, Commerce Business Park,
being 3.029 acres. Current zoning is "I -1" Light Industrial District and "S -P -1" Detailed
Site Plan District, with a requested zoning of "S -P -1" Detailed Site Plan District with "C-
2" Local Retail Commercial District uses to include Gas Station with Convenience Store.
Dennis Killough, Senior Planner, stated this property is located at the southwest corner of
Southlake Boulevard and Commerce Street /Gateway Drive. A zoning change is proposed
to "S -P -1" with "C -2" uses to include a gas station and convenience store having
approximately 4,900 square -foot and 12 gas pump islands. The applicant is requesting
variances to the following:
• Horizontal articulation on a portion of the north building facade required
by Ordinance No. 480, section 43.9c1d, under the provisions of Ordinance
No. 480, Section 43.9b;
• Pitched roof on the convenience store building, required by Ordinance No.
480, section 32.9c1b, under the provisions of Ordinance No. 480, section
43.9b;
• Pitched roof on the pump canopy, required by SUP Gas Station
Regulations, Ordinance No. 480, Section 45.10. A mansard type roof
system is proposed as a regulation under the provisions of Ordinance No.
480, section 31, "S -P -1" Detailed Site Plan District.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval (6 -1) on July 19, 2001,
allowing the variances as requested. Commissioner Muller dissented noting a concern
for traffic.
Applicant, Brenda McDonald, 800 Parkers Square, Suite 260, Flower Found. Ms.
McDonald stated they have had two SPIN meetings and two Planning and Zoning
Commission meetings and at the P & Z meeting, there was no opposition from property
owners.
Ms. McDonald stated Quik Trip has 350 stores in 9 states. They are currently expanding
into the DFW area with 12 stores. She stated the corporation has a commitment to its
employees. They do not believe in selling adult magazines in their stores. The traffic
engineer presented information regarding the additional trips that will be made if the
store is approved. It was noted that this use would give an alternative on the south side of
F.M. 1709. It was established that there is not another gasoline station for six miles on
the south side of the street. This store will not sell diesel fuel to trucks; therefore, no
large trucks will be coming to the store.
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 4, 2001 Page 16 of 20
Council adjourned to recess at 10:35 p.m.
Council returned to open session at 10:44 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Carolyn Morris, 403 St. Charles Court, Southlake. Ms. Morris stated her issues of
concern, noting that her #1 issue is location. Southlake does not need a mega gas station
on F.M. 1709. It would create a traffic hazard and the turning patterns will increase in
number of vehicles and that is a major issue. Ms. Morris stated that it is not uncommon
at 11:00 a.m. to have traffic backed up to Kimball Avenue. Another issue she explained
is the image it will present to Southlake. Is this the image we want in Southlake?
Commerce is not a through street. Maybe someday in the future it might be, but it is not
at this time. This gas station is premature to build in Southlake. Another issue is
compliance to City ordinances. She stated, "I don't think a business would want this type
of business across the street from them. Let's upgrade our image, not downgrade it."
Bob Walker, 1404 Chelsea Circle, Southlake. Mr. Walker stated he is opposed to a gas
station in that location. He questioned this location, noting that Southlake has six or
seven gas stations on F.M. 1709. He stated that this would be the largest gas station in
Southlake. He encouraged Quik Trip to find a site on S.H. 114. He stated another issue
is the architecture and suggested changes are needed.
Public hearing closed.
Brenda McDonald stated they would have a problem with Austin Stone on the canopy
supports.
Councilmember Rex Potter stated he does not feel this is the kind of business Southlake
should have at the entrance to the City. Councilmember Keith Shankland agreed with
Potter stating he feels this would be a mistake to approve this use on this site. He stated
he commends Quik Trip for the kind of business that it is and wishes they could find
another location.
Councilmembers Patsy DuPre, Greg Standerfer, and Tom Stephen all feel that this use is
well suited for this location and that it is a much - needed use at this end of town on the
south side of F.M. 1709.
Motion was made to approve Ordinance No. 480 -372, 1 Reading, subject to the
following conditions:
o Subject to the Site Plan Review Summary #1 dated July 13, 2001
o Granting a variance on the roof top by allowing the HVAC units
o Substituting Austin Stone for supports on the canopy
o Increasing the buffer plantings
o Meeting or exceeding the artists rendition
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 4, 2001 Page 17 of 20
Motion: Standerfer
Second: DuPre
Ayes: Standerfer, DuPre, Stephen, Evans
Nays: Potter, Shankland
Approved: 4 -2 vote
Mayor Stacy returned to the Council table
Agenda Item #7 -J, Continued
Director of Planning Bruce Payne reported on the compromise that was made between
the property owners and the property owners to the rear of the property in question.
Public Hearing Closed.
Motion was made to approve ZA01 -064, Site Plan for Darden Square, Phase II, subject to
the Site Plan Review Summary No. 3, dated August 18, 2001, allowing the requested
driveway stacking depth variance, eliminating parking spaces directly in front of the
building, move the building forward, move the handicap parking space to the rear, move
green space to the rear, and allow a 3 space reduction in the required parking.
Motion: Standerfer
Second: DuPre
Ayes: Standerfer, DuPre, Potter, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #8 -B, Ordinance No. 480 -376, 1 Reading (ZA01 -083)
Ordinance No. 480 -376, 1 Reading (ZA01 -083) Rezoning and Concept Plan on property
legally described as Lot 5R7, Block 3, Cimmaron Acres, and being 2.176 acres. Current
zoning is "C - 2" Local Retail Commercial District with a requested zoning of "0
Office District.
Senior Planner Dennis Killough stated this property is located on the north side of West
Southlake Boulevard, east of Pearson Lane and west of West Jellico Circle. This is City -
owned property and it being brought forth for the purpose of down zoning the property
from "C -2" Local Retail Commercial to "0-1" Office District. The concept plan
proposes two office buildings totaling approximately 18,350 s.f. A variance is being
requested for stacking depth, since 75' is required and 42.5' is provided. The Planning
and Zoning Commission approved this item on August 23, 2001, subject to Concept Plan
Review Summary No. 1, dated July 13, 2001.
Motion was made to approve ZA01 -083, subject to Concept Plan Review Summary No. 1
dated August 23, 2001, granting the variance on stacking depth as requested.
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 4, 2001 Page 18 of 20
Motion: Standerfer
Second: Stephen
Ayes: Standerfer, Stephen, Potter, Evans, Shankland, DuPre, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote
Agenda Item #8 -B, Ordinance No. 480 -375, 1 Reading (ZA01 -078), and ZA01 -079
Plat Revision
Ordinance No. 480 -375, 1 Reading (ZA01 -078) Rezoning and Concept Plan on property
legally described as Lot 10, Block 1, Southlake Estates, being 1.805 acres. Current
zoning is "SF -1A" Single Family District and the request is for "SF -30" Single Family
Residential District. ZA01 -079, Plat Revision on property legally described as Lot 10,
Block 1, Southlake Estates, being 1.8 acres.
Senior Planner Dennis Killough presented Ordinance No. 480 -375, 1 Reading, noting
that this property is located at the southeast corner of Shady Oaks Drive and Love Henry
Court. The current zoning on the property is "SF -1A ". The applicant is requesting "SF-
30" on the south 0.79 acres of the 1.85 acre lot. The purpose is to subdivide the lot to
build a home for the owner's son.
Phyllis Benton, owner of the property. Ms. Benton's son Brian was present and spoke on
behalf of his mother Phyllis Benton. He stated they would like to subdivide the property
so that he can build a home on the 0.85 acre tract of land, which will front on Shady Oaks
Drive. He indicated when asked that there were not deed - restrictions of record on the
property. [Councilmembers indicated that the city cannot follow deed - restrictions, they
can only follow City Ordinances and Codes].
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Rick Fuller, 570 Love Henry Court, Southlake. Mr. Fuller stated he is requesting that
City Council table this request in order to give the other property owners in Southlake
Estates an opportunity to get additional information. He also requested a SPIN meeting
be held regarding this action.
Francis Nathan, 535 Love Henry Court, Southlake. Mr. Nathan expressed concerns with
subdividing a lot within an existing subdivision. He stated he feels notification should be
given to each property owner within the subdivision.
Bob Harty, 455 Love Henry Court, Southlake. Mr. Harty stated he is also requesting this
item be tabled to allow the property owners in Southlake Estates time to look into more
information regarding subdividing this lot into two lots.
Motion was made to table Ordinance No. 480 -375 and ZA01 -079 (Plat Revision) to the
September 18, 2001, City Council meeting.
Motion: Potter
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 4, 2001 Page 19 of 20
Second: Shankland
Ayes: Potter, Shankland, Stephen, Evans, Shankland, DuPre, Stacy
Nays: None
Approved: 7 -0 vote to table
Agenda Item #12, Adjournment
Mayor Rick Stacy adjourned the Regular City Council meeting of September 4, 2001, at
12:30 a.m.
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MEMORANDUM
September 1, 2001
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Bruce Payne, AICP, Planning Director
SUBJECT: Ordinance No. 480 -LL- Outdoor Storage and Screening Amendments.
REQUESTED ACTION: Consider proposed Ordinance No. 480 -LL regarding provisions for
outdoor storage and screening.
BACKGROUND:
1999 - The Original Outside Storage regulations were in Section 38
of Ordinance 480. City Council determined that the rules (for non-
residential areas) were vague and did not address shopping carts,
vending machines, or facades of outside storage screening areas.
Also, the regulations assumed the presence of a primary building on
site. City Council instructed staff to revise the outside storage
regulations to address these concerns.
2/15/00 - Ordinance 480 -HH was approved by City Council. The
revisions to the Outside Storage Regulations required a SUP for all
Outside Storage (45.11) in a non - residential area and added shopping
cart storage into the Accessory Use Section (34.1). Regulations
included a provision for the amortization of non - conforming uses.
The regulations required that after February 22, 2001, no outside
storage or display that is not in conformity with Ordinance 480 -HH
shall be allowed unless a specific use permit is approved for such use.
2/20/01- The Planning staff raised a number of questions and
concerns to City Council regarding the outside storage regulations as
adopted (Ordinance 480 HH). Staff believed that the literal
application of the regulations exceeded the City Council's intent and
could possibly result in litigation. More specifically concerns about
the Outside Storage regulations included the following:
• Requires that all outside storage areas (existing and future) be
granted a specific use permit by City Council. Staff estimated
that there are approximately 50 operations in the City that do
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not conform to the current ordinance regulations in terms of
outside storage.
• Outside storage areas located within the corridor overlay zone
are subject to the same screening regulations as areas located
outside the corridor overlay zone.
• General construction activities such as road construction and
commercial construction are required to be screened.
• Outside storage areas on sites with and without principal
buildings are subject to the same screening requirements.
• Outside storage is considered an individual use as opposed to a
characteristic of a use.
• Amortization provisions.
• Limits the types of materials that can be stored in a retail garden
center to only those listed specifically in the ordinance. Many
materials typically stored in a retail garden center are not
allowed.
• Does not allow vendors associated with approved city festivals
(i.e. Art in the Square) to sell or store goods.
• No provisions for variances from the ordinance are provided.
• Does not allow vending machines to be located outdoors (i.e. city
parks).
Based on staff's concerns, the City Council declared a 180 day
extension on the amortization deadline to bring all outside storage
areas in the City into compliance. The City Council also instructed
staff to revise the outside storage regulations to address the issues
raised.
3/2001 to 5/2001- Staff revised the outdoor storage regulations. The
issues that staff focused on addressing in the revision included:
• Existing uses with outside storage versus new uses with outside
storage.
• Regulation of uses located inside the corridor overlay district
versus uses located outside corridor overlay district.
• Amortization regulations
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• Sales of plant materials versus non -plant sales.
• Primary versus ancillary outdoor storage.
• Construction activity.
• Periodic markets.
6/12/01 - Staff held a worksession with City Council to review
proposed changes to the Outside Storage regulations. The changes
to the Outside Storage Regulations included:
• Eliminates the Special Use Permit process and requires all outdoor
storage areas to be indicated on the site plan, concept plan and/or
development plan along with elevations indicating screening
material and height.
• Regulations governing outdoor storage are distributed to the
Corridor Overlay, Screening, and Accessory Use sections.
• Uses with outdoor storage areas which are located within the
corridor overlay zone are subject to more stringent requirements
than uses located outside the corridor overlay zone.
• Removal of the amortization provisions of the existing outside
storage regulations.
• Provides variance provisions (approved by City Council).
• Does not treat outdoor storage as a use. Instead the focus is on
screening all materials associated with outside storage on a
consistent basis.
• Proposed new definitions include: 1) Primary Storage; 2)
Ancillary Storage; and 3) Screening Types (I, II, III).
• Allows outdoor vending machines to be stored at city parks
and at commercial locations provided that the vending
machines are not clearly visible from the R.O.W.
• Allows some seasonal merchandise to be stored outside without
screening.
6/29/01 -Staff presented the proposed changes to business owners and
store managers most directly affected by the proposed changes
(Businesses operations located in the corridor overlay that currently
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have or may have a need for outside storage). Forty (40) notices
were sent. Representatives from all the grocery store chains and most
of the bigger retail businesses were present at this meeting.
7/05/01 -The proposed ordinance was presented to the Planning and
Zoning (P &Z) Commission. Below is a summary of the P &Z
Commission's recommended changes along with a staff response to
those recommendations:
• The regulations as presented provided limits to the height and
amount of sidewalk area that could be covered by seasonal
display items; however, the regulations did not include bulk
limitations. The P &Z Commission recommend that staff develop
a type of bulk limitation (e.g. percentage of the front of a store
where seasonal displays could be stored).
Staff Response: Staff recommended that the storage area for
seasonal display not exceed 30% of the linear frontage of the primary
building. The language is provided on page 43 -11 of Attachment A
(Corridor Overlay Zones Section) and on page 39 -2 of Attachment B
(Screening Section). In addition, staff provided an exhibit showing
the allowable location of seasonal display items (See Attachment A-
Page 43 -23- exhibit G).
• The P &Z Commission recommended that staff prepare a non -
exhaustive list of examples of seasonal goods that are allowed to
be stored in front of the building without screening, as well as a
non - exhaustive list of examples of seasonal goods that are not
allowed. The purpose of this list is to give guidance to the zoning
administrator and businesses guidance in determining the type of
goods that could be stored in front of a business.
Staff Response: Staff developed a list of seasonal goods that may be
stored in front of the building without screening. The list was
primarily developed by visiting businesses in the corridor that are
currently storing display items outdoors and selected items that
appeared appropriate for seasonal display. Also, staff recommended
that goods associated with the various holidays such as pumpkins,
American flags, Christmas reefs, etc. be allowed. In addition, staff
developed a list of merchandise items which are not appropriate for
outdoor seasonal display. These items are generally items that are
purchased year around. However, staff did include swimming pools
and swing sets on the non - allowable list (See Attachment A, page 43-
10- item f- section iv and Attachment B, page 39 -2, bullet #1).
• The regulations as presented recommended seasonal goods not
be readily identifiable by type or product name from the adjacent
public right -of -way by reason of package labels, sale tag markers,
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signs or otherwise. The Planning Commission recommended that
this same language be applicable to adjacent residential property.
Staff Response: Staff included this language (See Attachment A,
page 43 -12 -1st bullet and Attachment B, page 39 -2 -7` bullet).
• The P &Z suggested that before businesses be allowed to display
seasonal goods, that they formally delineate on the ground where
the displays will be located (with a painted demarcation line,
etc.).
Staff Response: Staff recommended against requiring businesses to
delineate on the ground where seasonal storage is allowed. While a
painted demarcated line may be appropriate at a big box retail store,
requiring businesses in Town Square and other shopping centers to
paint lines on the sidewalks in front of the store would not be
aesthetically pleasing. Staff feels that the inspection department can
easily determine by a visual inspection if a business has exceeded its
allowable storage area.
• The P &Z requested that staff explore the possibility of allowing
lawn equipment and other machinery to be part of seasonal
displays.
Staff Response: Staff recommended that mechanical equipment
associated with lawn and garden maintenance be allowed in
conjunction with a promotional event. The equipment may not be
stored outside more than three (3) continuous days. Also, the
equipment must be removed and returned indoors at the end of the
business day.
7/17/01 - City Council approved extending the amortization deadline
to bring existing outdoor storage, display and screening into
compliance with Ordinance No, 480 HH an additional sixty (60) days
in order to allow the Planning and Zoning Commission more time to
review the proposed changes to the outdoor storage regulations.
8 /9 /01- Planning Commission reviewed the revise regulations which
incorporated their recommendations of 7/5/01. The Planning and
Zoning Commission recommend approval of Ordinance No. 480 -LL
(6 -0).
8/21/01 -City Council approved (6 -0) Ordinance No. 480 -LL, First
Reading on Consent.
FINANCIAL
CONSIDERATIONS: None
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LEGAL REVIEW: The City Attorney's Office has reviewed the proposed revisions to the
outside storage ordinance.
SUPPORTING
DOCUMENTS: The proposed changes to the ordinance are indicated on Attachments
A through F. Additions to the regulations recommended by staff are
indicated by gray shading. Additions to the regulations that were
recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission are indicated
by a gray shading and underline. Deletions to the regulations are
indicated by a strikethrough.
Attachment A- Proposed changes to Section 43- Overlay Zones
Attachment B- Proposed changes to Section 39- Screening
Attachment C- Proposed changes to Section 34 - Accessory Uses
Attachment D- Proposed additions to Section 4 - Definitions.
Attachment E- Proposed deletions to Section 45 -SUP
Attachment F- Proposed changes to Schedule of Permitted Uses
Attachment G- Ordinance No. 480 -LL
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