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Carrollton Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting - January 7, 2021

Planning and Zoning Commission — Thursday, January 7, 2021
BodyCarrollton, Texas
SessionPlanning and Zoning Commission
DateThursday, January 7, 2021
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Speaker 1

0:01

Ladies and gentlemen,

Unassigned speaker

0:02

I

Speaker 1

0:03

call this meeting to order at 7 07 p.m.

Unassigned speaker

0:07

This

Speaker 1

0:07

is the January 7th, 2021 meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Carrollton.

0:13

This commission consists of nine members.

0:16

We have one member absent this evening, Commissioner Darby Merriman.

0:20

This commission has final authority on certain items and advisory role on others.

Unassigned speaker

0:26

In

Speaker 1

0:26

the case of advisory items, our recommendation for denial will be considered by the city council if the applicant appeals our decision in accordance with city ordinance.

0:37

We conduct our business in accordance with the opposite agenda, which can be found on the City of Carleton's website under the planning department's planning and zoning commission page.

0:47

In accordance with the State Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission is restricted from discussing or taking action on items not listed on the agenda.

0:57

The public may comment on items listed on the agenda for planning and zoning commission consideration.

1:04

All the items on the agenda under the heading public hearings will be considered individually, beginning with the applicant's case presentation.

1:13

After any questions from the commission or staff or the applicant, we will ask if there is anyone present who would like to speak on the case.

Unassigned speaker

1:23

If

Speaker 1

1:23

you wish to speak on an item, please raise your hand on Zoom.

1:27

If you're using your tablet or computer.

1:30

If you are joining us by phone, please dial star nine if you wish to speak.

1:37

When is your opportunity to speak?

1:39

Please give your name and address for the record and make your comments to the commission.

1:45

When everyone has had the opportunity to speak, we will allow the applicant to make any closing comments.

1:53

At that time, we will close the public hearing,

Unassigned speaker

1:56

and

Speaker 1

1:56

there will be no further opportunities to speak except at specific direction of the commission.

2:03

Since the commission is intended to listen, they generally do not reply to public comments.

2:10

After the public hearing is closed, the commission will conduct any discussion and action as appropriate.

2:18

The first item of business is agenda item number one, approval of the minutes of the December 3rd, 2020 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.

2:28

Does anyone have anything on the minutes?

2:42

First Vice Chair Chadwick.

Speaker 2

2:46

Thank you, Mr.

2:47

Chair.

2:48

I move that we approve the minutes with the stipulations or with the changes that were made in the previous meeting for uh the planning and zoning commitment commission that was on December 3rd, 2020.

Speaker 1

3:10

Thank you.

3:11

First Vice Chair Chadwick.

3:14

Is there a second on this motion?

3:23

Motion was made by first Vice Chair Chadwick, seconded by Commissioner Powell

Unassigned speaker

3:28

to

Speaker 1

3:28

approve agenda item number one approval of the December 3rd, 2020 minutes with changes made in the work session.

3:38

We're going to do this by roll call vote.

3:41

Uh so when I call your name, uh say yes or no to indicate whether you're for or against the agenda item.

3:49

First Vice Chair Chadwick.

Speaker 2

3:52

Yes.

Speaker 1

3:54

Commissioner Carpenter.

3:57

Yes.

3:58

Commissioner Diamond.

Speaker 3

4:02

Yes.

Speaker 1

4:04

Commissioner Powell.

4:08

Yes.

4:11

Vice Chair Dennell.

Speaker 4

4:14

Yes.

Speaker 1

4:16

Commissioner Taylor.

Speaker 3

4:19

Yes.

Speaker 1

4:21

Commissioner Romo.

Speaker 3

4:23

Yes.

Speaker 1

4:25

And I also vote yes.

4:29

Agenda item number one passes unanimously eight to zero.

4:38

Next item on the agenda is agenda item number two.

4:42

Case number PLSUP 2020-161.

4:47

Kids play child care.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Zoning And Land Use██████████████████████████████30%
Procedural████████████████████████████28%
Public Safety███████████████████████23%
Parking Management██████6%
Traffic Management█████5%
Public Works████4%
Public Engagement██2%
Code Enforcement██2%
Summary of Proceedings

Carrollton Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting - January 7, 2021

The Carrollton Planning and Zoning Commission held a telephonic statutory meeting on January 7, 2021, via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The briefing session began at 6:15 p.m., and the regular meeting was called to order at 7:07 p.m. and adjourned at 7:58 p.m. Eight of nine commissioners were present (Commissioner Darby Merriman absent). The agenda consisted of a consent item, three public hearings, and staff reports.

Consent Calendar

  • Minutes: The commission unanimously approved the December 3, 2020 meeting minutes with changes made during the work session. Motion by First Vice Chair Chadwick, seconded by Commissioner Powell. Passed 8-0.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Kids Play Child Care (Opposition):
    • Naveena Konatala (1009 Paradise Cove) expressed concerns about noise from the outdoor play area without a buffer wall, decreased property values, safety and health risks of a daycare adjacent to a doctor's office during the pandemic, traffic congestion on Old Denton Road, parking spillover from the doctor's office, and long operating hours.
    • Amy Trout (1017 Paradise Cove) highlighted disruptions to remote learning, traffic and foot safety hazards, parking shortages, and the lack of clear boundaries between the daycare and the neighborhood.
  • Subdivision Ordinance Amendments (Comment):
    • Al Overhol (2216 Ridgewood) requested stronger code enforcement to require utility companies to bury temporary cables left in easements and alleys.

Discussion Items

  • PLSUP 2020-161: Kids Play Child Care (2324 Old Denton Road):

    • Staff (Molly Coryell) presented the request for a Special Use Permit for a 20-child daycare in a PD-203 (O-2) district. The proposal includes a 1,400 sq ft outdoor play area. Staff recommended approval, citing adequate parking and low traffic impact.
    • Applicant Belgen Axis Selfic supported the application, citing 18 years of experience and small-group operational plans.
    • Commissioner Denal/Vice Chair Dennell questioned enforcement of potential parking overflow. Staff (Tom Hammonds) responded that the 20-child limit minimizes demand, street parking is legal, and the city can restrict parking near intersections.
    • Outcome: Motion by Commissioner Carpenter, second by Vice Chair Dennell. Approved 8-0. Forwarded to City Council.

  • PLSUP 2020-163: Trinity Mills Operating Room/MRI Expansion (NWC Trinity Mills & McCoy):

    • Note of Discrepancy: The published agenda describes the purpose of this amendment as allowing for an "Operating Room Expansion." However, the staff presentation and transcript of the public hearing consistently refer to it as an "MRI Expansion."
    • Staff (Molly Coryell) requested approval of the amended SUP 413 to revise conceptual plans. A new stipulation requires a mountable curb at the northwest portion of the property to deter cut-through traffic from McCoy to Rayford roads while maintaining emergency vehicle access. Landscaping is also planned.
    • No public testimony was given.
    • Outcome: Motion by Vice Chair Dennell, second by First Vice Chair Chadwick. Approved 8-0. Forwarded to City Council.

  • PLZT 2020-125: 2020 Subdivision Ordinance Text Amendments:

    • Staff (Lauren Shapiro) presented five city-initiated amendments: (1) delegating authority for altering or abandoning separate instrument easements from City Council to the City Manager/Designee; (2) removing obsolete (T) Tri-Plex and (F) Four-Plex zoning references; (3) requiring easements for water, sewer, and drainage to be dedicated by plat rather than separate instrument unless the City Manager/Designee determines otherwise; (4) removing the word "Temporary" from sidewalk waiver provisions; (5) adding a definition for "Conveyance Plat."
    • First Vice Chair Chadwick praised the staff for streamlining processes.
    • Outcome: Motion by First Vice Chair Chadwick, second by Commissioner Powell. Approved 8-0.

Key Outcomes

  • Kids Play Child Care (Item 2): Special Use Permit approved. Forwarded to City Council for final decision.
  • Trinity Mills OR/MRI Expansion (Item 3): Special Use Permit amendment approved with revised staff stipulations, including a mountable curb. Forwarded to City Council.
  • Subdivision Ordinance Amendments (Item 4): Text amendments approved.
  • Next Steps: Staff reported that items from previous P&Z meetings are scheduled for the January 12, 2021 City Council meeting.

Meeting Transcript

Ladies and gentlemen, I call this meeting to order at 7 07 p.m. This is the January 7th, 2021 meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Carrollton. This commission consists of nine members. We have one member absent this evening, Commissioner Darby Merriman. This commission has final authority on certain items and advisory role on others. In the case of advisory items, our recommendation for denial will be considered by the city council if the applicant appeals our decision in accordance with city ordinance. We conduct our business in accordance with the opposite agenda, which can be found on the City of Carleton's website under the planning department's planning and zoning commission page. In accordance with the State Open Meetings Act, the Planning and Zoning Commission is restricted from discussing or taking action on items not listed on the agenda. The public may comment on items listed on the agenda for planning and zoning commission consideration. All the items on the agenda under the heading public hearings will be considered individually, beginning with the applicant's case presentation. After any questions from the commission or staff or the applicant, we will ask if there is anyone present who would like to speak on the case. If you wish to speak on an item, please raise your hand on Zoom. If you're using your tablet or computer. If you are joining us by phone, please dial star nine if you wish to speak. When is your opportunity to speak? Please give your name and address for the record and make your comments to the commission. When everyone has had the opportunity to speak, we will allow the applicant to make any closing comments. At that time, we will close the public hearing, and there will be no further opportunities to speak except at specific direction of the commission. Since the commission is intended to listen, they generally do not reply to public comments. After the public hearing is closed, the commission will conduct any discussion and action as appropriate. The first item of business is agenda item number one, approval of the minutes of the December 3rd, 2020 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Does anyone have anything on the minutes? First Vice Chair Chadwick. Thank you, Mr. Chair. I move that we approve the minutes with the stipulations or with the changes that were made in the previous meeting for uh the planning and zoning commitment commission that was on December 3rd, 2020. Thank you. First Vice Chair Chadwick. Is there a second on this motion? Motion was made by first Vice Chair Chadwick, seconded by Commissioner Powell to approve agenda item number one approval of the December 3rd, 2020 minutes with changes made in the work session. We're going to do this by roll call vote. Uh so when I call your name, uh say yes or no to indicate whether you're for or against the agenda item. First Vice Chair Chadwick. Yes. Commissioner Carpenter. Yes. Commissioner Diamond. Yes. Commissioner Powell. Yes. Vice Chair Dennell.

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