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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZmin2020-12-07MINUTES PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION December 7, 2020 The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Anna held a meeting at 7:00 p.m. on December 7, 2020, at 111 N. Powell Parkway, Anna City Hall, to consider the following items. Call to Order and Establishment of Quorum The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present were Wayne Barton, Alonzo Tutson, Donald Henke, Nick Rubits, Brent Thomas, and Latoya Grady. Staff present were Ross Altobelli, Lauren Mecke, Olivia Demings, and Kevin Johnson. 2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Commissioner Barton gave the invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Citizen Comments: At this time, any person may address the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding an item on this meeting agenda that is not scheduled for public hearing. Also, at this time any person may address the Commission regarding an item that is not on this meeting agenda. Each person will be allowed up to three (3) minutes to speak. No discussion or action may be taken at this meeting on items not listed on this agenda, other than to make statements of specific factual information in response to a citizen's inquiry or to recite existing policy in response to the inquiry. Tom Plunket, 917 Calder Court, Anna, TX, thanked the commission members for volunteering. He stated that this is the 41" apartment complex, technically, for Anna and is not far from others that have already been approved. Is this what Anna needs today? I don't think this is what Anna needs at this time. New schools will need to be paid for. Do we want to be known as the apartment and truck stop town? Mr. Plunket added as a veteran, he wished to acknowledge the anniversary of Pearl Harbor, which occurred on December 7, 1941. 4. Location Map Consent Items 5. Consider/Discuss/Action to approve minutes of the November 2, 2020 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. 6. Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation regarding the Anna 455 Addition, Block A, Lots 4 — 6, Preliminary Plat. Applicant: Jonathan Kirby, Kimley-Horn 7. Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation regarding the Anna Ranch, Phase 1, Final Plat. Applicant: Jamie Marcoux, LJA Engineering 8. Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation regarding the Anna Business Park, Block A, Lots 1 — 14, Concept Plan. Applicant: Kyle McCullah, 5G Studio Industrial, LLC A motion was made by Commissioner Henke seconded by Commissioner Grady to approved consent items 5-8. The vote was unanimous. Page 1 of 6 9. A) Conduct a public hearing to consider public comments to rezone 341± acres consisting of multiple tracts of land generally located on the east and west sides of future Ferguson Parkway, north of Hackberry Drive and south of Mantua Road from Agricultural (AG), Planned Development 507-2010, & Planned Development 285-2006 to Planned Development Mixed -Use (PD-MU). The planned development district will include the following zoning districts with modified development standards Restricted Commercial (C- 1), Single Single -Family Residence-60 (SF-60), and Single -Family Residence - Zero lot line homes (SF-Z). Applicant: David Kalhoefer, Peloton Land Solutions Ross Altobelli, Director of Development Services, gave a brief presentation and answered questions from the commission. This zoning request contains multiple tracts of land. Contained within the area is Rosemond Parkway, which will be a future major collector and provide an east -west traffic flow for the development. All property owners within 200ft of these properties were notified of the zoning change request. The majority of these homeowners were located in West Crossing, other subdivisions include Meadow Vista and Shadow Bend. The developer is proposing to dedicate land to the school that will work in conjunction with dedication from neighboring landowners. There is a key feature of a lagoon associated with the zoning request. The site is just under two acres, which will allow them to activate the entire water body. There will be a public component to the lagoon, which will open the amenity to all Anna neighbors. The applicant is proposing a dedication of a north -south green belt, as well as, creating 10ft wide trails and golf cart parts to connect the two properties and amenities without having to drive. The PD stipulations include a private lagoon with public access, the dedication of the land for a future Anna ISD site, and the dedication of the green belt, which will be presented to the Parks Board and City Council. They are prohibiting some commercial uses due to proximity to single-family homes. The blue lagoon will serve as a community gathering space with the allowed commercial uses for entertainment and restaurants. Ornamental fencing will be provided for properties adjacent to green space. The variations to the zoning requirements are a four-story height allowance for multifamily, SF-60 and SF-Z rear yards will be reduced to 20ft to allow for a larger building footprint. There will be significant parking around the lagoon for the public to access the amenity without creating a parking burden. The zoning meets the Strategic Plan Principles of community and family, beautiful communities, housing opportunities, and a fun community for all. Staff recommends approval as it is in conformance with the Compressive Plan and tenants of the Strategic Plan. The public hearing opened at 7:27 p.m. Chairman Tutson read the names of the citizens who submitted opposition letters: Scott Lacey, Ben Smith, Teresa Zeller, Tony Zeller, Stacie Bartlett, Matthew Szambelak, Steve Petit, Chris Groseclose, Tom Puckett, Dr. Jennifer Edwards, and Jill Addison -Needles. Steve Leonard, Leonard Investments, Plano, TX, was present as applicant and gave a brief presentation. We put higher uses close to the high school with direct access to Rosemond and Highway 75 and put larger lot sizes next to existing homeowners. The lagoon will set the development apart. Staff is working with us and other developers to construct Rosemond. We have visited several other lagoon facilities across the nation. Our facility will be approximately two acres of surface water and will have a resort feel and look to it. Capacity will be around 2,000 people a day, this is standard across the county. There will be an on -site restaurant at the north end of the lagoon that will be open to the public year- round. There will also be a fitness facility and resort type entertainment. There will be a day fee for the public and HOA fees will include year-round access for residents. The lagoon will be staffed full time. We will focus on HOA and public activities. We will have an open space, as well as, a second story overlook restaurant available as event space. Page 2 of 6 The entire lagoon site will be surrounded by a six-foot wrought iron fence and require key cards for resident access. The multi -family will be urban garden style three story apartments, with rights to go to four depending on market. This would allow for a premium view and the ability to add a commercial component to the ground floor. There is a maximum unit count of 600. Commissioner Henke asked if it would be all surface parking. Mr. Leonard replied that yes, parking would be surface. Mr. Altobelli commented that the applicant has agreed to do a center load product with 5ft on each side of the lot to address concerns. Commissioner Henke confirmed with the applicant that the water is filtered freshwater. Filling up the lagoon will be coordinate over time as to not overload the system. Commissioner Grady asked if another location had been considered. Mr. Leonard responded that we need land mass to get the proper unit count. We have looked at other areas and all roads led to this site. Mr. Altobelli added that staff worked with the applicant to incorporate design elements and lots on the greenway will be orientated to the greenway. There will be a considerable amount of access and parking. This will open the feature to anyone. Scott Lacey, 321 Bankhurst Dr, Anna, Texas, asked if the apartments would be government subsidized or luxury style. Mr. Leonard replied that it will be market rate. We must have value to make the lagoon amenity feasible. Mr. Lacey asked about the security of the site. Mr. Leonard stated that the multi family will be fenced and gated, the lagoon is also fenced and there will be staff. Everyone will be protected. Mr. Altobelli added that there is a requirement of a 6ft masonry fence between the multifamily and the school. Corrine Tate, 103 Eastbrook Dr., Anna, TX asked how the evaporation loss would be controlled. Mr. Leonard clarified that once the lagoon is filled it will be mostly maintenance, we will have to put back in the water lost to evaporation. The public hearing closed at 7:54 p.m. Commissioner Grady stated that she lives in West Crossing and is concerned is about security. With reading these opposition letters I see that people are afraid and people don't want this. Mr. Leonard responded that the site plan will provide more detail on this. At this point we are trying to secure zoning. We can address security very similarly to any other site. Page 3 of 6 Mr. Altobelli added that next to West Crossing will be single family lots. Intensive uses will be located next to the high school. The SF-60 lots will match the surrounding lots. Commissioner Grady asked if the price point would match that of West Crossing. The applicant responded that the average price is $320,000. Commissioner Rubits asked how many public parking spaces would be provided. David Kalofher, 11000 Frisco Street, Suite 400, Frisco, TX commented that we are including a 350-space parking area, just for the lagoon. There will be walking paths and trails to the public amenities. We are also providing an 8ft hike and bike trail to the northwest. Mr. Altobelli stated that this will expand the D.R. Horton buffer that was previously approved. Mr. Leonard added that that pedestrians and the ability for golf carts to travel on pathways will cut down on car parking. Commissioner Henke clarified with staff that the golf carts would remain on paths only and proper safety language would be created. Commissioner Rubits asked for clarification on what amenities will be paid for vs. free. The applicant stated that the HOA dues will give residents access. The public will purchase day passes. Commissioner Rubits asked if there were any concerns from the fire chief about the four- story height. Mr. Altobelli responded that there was no concern. Commissioner Rubits asked if wells were allowed on residential or commercial sites. Mr. Altobelli clarified that all regulations would be followed in regards to water access. Mr. Leonard added that they will work with Public Works to not overload the system. Commissioner Rubits and Mr. Leonard confirmed that the lagoon and a portion of the multifamily are in phase one of the project. Commissioner Rubits also clarified with staff that across from the SF-Z is a major thoroughfare in between this zoning and Meadow Vista, which has an SF-60 base zoning. Commissioner Barton asked the status of similar lagoon developments in the area. Mr. Leonard responded that the development in Weston will be smaller and have less amenities and will to City Council the next day (12/08/2020) and we hope to begin excavation before Christmas. The Forney location will go to City Council at the end of December to receive final zoning approval for 355 acres. Commissioner Barton pointed out that the zoning would need to include the rights for a two-story restaurant and should limit the four-story apartments to the buildings interior to the lagoon. Page 4 of 6 Commissioner Barton confirmed with the applicant that Megatel would be the only builder on the site and suggest that if there were to be food trucks, include a plan for electric, water, sewer connections and bring in luxury restrooms. Commissioner Barton added that he would like to include a timeline on any gravel parking lot. Chairman Tutson voiced the sentiment that there has been some concern over the years over multifamily units and crime. This was mentioned in some of the opposition letters and want to mention some of facts and data to go along with that. There was a study done in 2017 by the University of Arkansas asking if there was direct correlation between multifamily units and crime. The results showed there was no correlation. Harvard University also concluded there was no direct correlation in 2007. A blog post entitled Do Apartment Building Affect the Property Values of Surrounding Single -Family Communities found that they increased property values. There was a similar finding the 2019 article entitled Common Multifamily Myths Debunked. I wanted to present non -partisan information to dispel the myths of multifamily and crime. It is also not the case that multifamily equates to subsidized housing. We do not have diversity of housing for young adults and senior citizens. My concern is 600 units is a lot of units and I am hoping in good faith that it does not come out to 600 units. I agree that the four-story should be limited to the interior buildings. I believe this area is a good location for high density. Mr. Leonard elaborated for the commission that the property owner will be subsidizing the cost of the lagoon operation. There is not an intent to raise HOA dues. The volume of housing will offset the need for higher dues. Commissioner Rubits added that the correlation with crime comes down to the issue that the crime was already there. A development like this won't let the apartments take a downturn because of the cost of the Lagoon. I have faith that they are not bringing down property values. We are not putting these by existing homes. This is a good place for apartments. Commissioner Grady added that she agreed with the research, there is no correlation between crime and apartments. We can use more places that are affordable. It is a beautiful development with the lagoon amenity and we need something like this for the kids to do. Mr. Altobelli clarified that the added stipulations were as follows: four-story apartments would be allowed internally, adjacent to the Lagoon. C-1 zoning would allow for two story. The temporary parking would be allowed for a maximum of two years from the approval of the building permit for the temporary parking lot. B) Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation regarding the request to rezone 341± acres consisting of multiple tracts of land generally located on the east and west sides of future Ferguson Parkway, north of Hackberry Drive and south of Mantua Road from Agricultural (AG), Planned Development 507-2010, & Planned Development 285-2006 to Planned Development Mixed -Use (PD-MU). (Director of Development Services Ross Altobelli) A motion was made by Commissioner Rubits seconded by Commissioner Henke to recommend approval of the zoning change as amended by the Commission. The vote passed five to one, with commissioner Grady voting no. C) Consider/Discuss/Action on a recommendation regarding the Concept Plan, Anacapri, associated with the rezoning request. Page 5 of 6 A motion was made by Commissioner Barton seconded by Commissioner Thomas to recommend approval of the concept plan. The vote passed five to one, with commissioner Grady voting no. 10. Adjourn A motion was made by Commissioner Rubits seconded by Commissioner Grady to adjourn the meeting. The vote was unanimous. The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m. ATTEST: Alonzo Tutson Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman Page 6 of 6