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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZmin2004-09-07PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING September 7, 2004 The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Anna held its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 7, 2004, at 7:30 p.m., at the Community Room of the Texas Star Bank, located at 402 W. White Street (FM 455), Anna, Texas, to consider the following items. Call to order. Meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm by Chairman John Rattan. 2. Roll Call and Establishment of Quorum. Attendees included Jon Hendricks, David Crim, Chairman John Rattan, John Curiel and alternate, Bethany Jablonski. Commission member Duane Hayes and alternate Anthony Geer were not in attendance. 3. Staff briefing. No comments. 4. Consider recommendation regarding final plat for West Crossing, Phase 1. Mr. Tipton gave a brief review of West Crossing. There was only one change in the plat with regards to the amenity center. Maurice Schwanke brought up the issue of easements in a letter from engineer Tim Morris. Changes have been made in accordance with requests. Motion to approve final plat for West Crossing, Phase 1 by John Curiel, seconded by Jon Hendricks. All in favor. 5 -aye 0 nay 0 abstained 0 opposed Motion Carries 5. Consider recommendation regarding preliminary plat for Davis/Primrose tract. Nathan Thompson represented Don Collins. Three variances were requested- a) Request all utilities not be shown on plat, b) Request 2 ft topo contours, c) Request 120 ft right of way, instead of 130 ft in subdivision ordinance. Motion to approve recommendation regarding preliminary plat for Davis/Primrose tract by David Crim, seconded by John Curiel. All in favor. Minutes 09-07-04.doc Page 1 of 4 4 aye 0 nay 0 abstained 1 opposed (Hendricks) Motion Carries 6. Consider recommendation on annexation request by Centurion American Development Group, Inc., for a 185 acre tract in the R. Whitaker Survey, Abstract 1011, and the S. Moore Survey, Abstract 627, tract located on the northeast corner of North Powell Parkway (SH 5) and CR 376. Jim McManus gave an overview of the future planned development. Consideration was taken with regards to trails, lot sizes and square footage. Chairman John Rattan asked if a "living screen" could possibly replace the solid walls proposed. Developer stated that the wall helps buffer the area against noise, etc., due to the 4 -lane road. A Home Owners Association could also be responsible for upkeep of certain areas. Waterline easement and railroad was discussed. Motion to approve annexation for a 189.45 acre tract in the R. Whitaker survey by Bethany Jablonski, seconded by Jon Hendricks. All in favor. 5 aye 0 nay 0 abstained 0 opposed Motion Carries Consider recommendation on a zoning request by Centurion American Development Group, Inc., for Planned Development Single Family Residential zoning for a 185 acre tract in the R. Whitaker Survey, Abstract 1011, and the S. Moore Survey, Abstract 627, tract located on the northeast corner of North Powell Parkway (SH 5) and CR 376. Lee Lawrence dispensed a copy of the proposed zoning ordinance to commission members. The planned zoning is for single-family residential uses. The property is actually 185 acres with an additional 4 acres over the railroad track. This zoning tracks the SF60 of zoning ordinance. Section "C" criteria, minimum lot width 50 ft, depth 120 ft, minimum lot area 6000, the average lot size is 6700 and dwelling size is 1200 sq. ft. The SF60 has a higher standard. Two amenity centers and the trails would be the responsibility of the Home Owners Association. Home Owners Association to be maintaining screening walls, issue of building permits and 50' easement. Jon Hendricks concerned with perimeter sidewalks, but was advised that this is covered in the ordinance. Also concerned with street, traffic and trees. Motion to approve the zoning request by Centurion American Development, Inc. with revisions being made which include 780 lots, no units fronting thoroughfares, amenity center, 25% of houses must be 1600 sq. ft or larger, 10% at 1200 sq ft., 90% at 1400 sq. ft. or larger, perimeter sidewalks by Commission member Jon Hendricks, seconded by member John Curiel. All in favor. 5 aye 0 nay 0 abstained 0 opposed Motion Carries Consider recommendation regarding annexation of property owned by Anna Independent School District, said property consisting of 58.34 acres located in the Minutes 09-07-04.doc Page 2 of 4 Martin Moore Survey, Abstract No. 649, property being located at the northwest corner of CR 370 and CR 369. Motion to approve annexation of property owned by Anna ISD by Commission member David Crim, seconded by Alternate member Bethany Jablonski. All in favor. 5 aye 0 nay 0 abstained 0 opposed Motion Carries 9. Consider recommendation regarding ordinance amending City of Anna Subdivision Regulations (Ordinance No. 2000-01) establishing requirements for dedication and construction of thoroughfares and perimeter and approach streets. Motion to approve amendment of Ordinance No. 2000-01 by Commission member John Curiel, seconded by Commission member David Crim. All in favor. 5 aye 0 nay 0 abstained 0 opposed Motion Carries 10. Consider action as desired regarding request by Ms. Molly Young regarding historic zoning and native green street planting. Molly Young, resident of 2512 Margaret Lane, gave a brief review of the desire to zone, develop and preserve the historic areas of Anna, specifically around the Fourth Street area. Low maintenance native green planting would also be beneficial. A handout was dispensed regarding this perspective zoning. In comparison to the City of McKinney, they have a large historical zoning area, but in Anna, there is a limited center of town. It is not large, but has older residential areas. Even with re -development of the area, if we keep the old historical style, we can preserve an old historic town center. Maintenance and upkeep sometimes an issue, property owners would have to comply. No Action. 11. Discuss request by A & H Investments regarding redevelopment issues along W. Fourth Street in downtown Anna. Motion to table request by A & H Investments regarding redevelopment on W. Fourth Street by Commission member David Crim, seconded by Commission member John Curiel. All in favor. 4 aye 0 nay 1 abstained (Hendricks) 0 opposed Motion Carries 12. Staff report/update on current projects. No comments. 13. Video presentation — Community of Choices. Minutes 09-07-04.doc Page 3 of 4 No Video presentation. 14. Citizen comments and other presentations. No comments. 15. Discussion of other issues as desired by members of PZC. No comments. 16. Adjourn. Motion to adjourn by Commission member David Crim, seconded by Commission member John Curiel. All in favor. 5 aye 0 nay 0 abstained 0 opposed Motion Carries dlr�l�l . Chairman John Rattan Minutes 09-07-04.doc Page 4 of 4