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Carrollton Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting - December 7, 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission — Thursday, December 7, 2023
BodyCarrollton, Texas
SessionPlanning and Zoning Commission
DateThursday, December 7, 2023
StatusFILED
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Speaker numbers apply only to this recording. Names come from transcript evidence. “Possibly” marks uncertain attribution.

Speaker 1

0:01

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.

0:03

Um, if you would please silence your cell phones or other devices at this time.

0:07

I'm calling this meeting to order.

0:09

It's about 6 33 p.m.

0:11

December 7, 2023.

0:13

It's for the meeting of the planning and zoning commission of the city of Carrollton.

0:17

The commission consists of nine members, of which seven are present.

0:21

There are two commissioners absent, Commissioner Doyle and Commissioner Yarborough.

0:26

Um the Commission has final authority on certain items and an advisory role on others.

0:34

In the case of advisory items, the commission's recommendation for denial will be considered by the city council if the applicant makes a written request in accordance with city ordinance.

0:45

The commission conducts its business in accordance with the posted agenda, copies of which are in the lobby outside the these chambers.

0:54

In accordance with the state open meetings act, the planning and zoning commission is restricted from discussing or taking actions on items that are not listed on the agenda.

1:04

Approval of a subdivision plat or replat is required by state law if the plat meets all applicable provisions of state law in the city of Carrollton's ordinances.

1:16

A plat is deemed approved by operation of law if no action to approve or deny a plat by the planning commission is taken within 30 days after a plat meeting.

1:26

All requirements is filed.

1:29

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

1:36

If you wish to comment on any agenda item, please complete an appearance card located on the table at the entrance to the city council chambers.

1:46

The items on the agenda under the heading public hearing will be considered individually beginning with the case presentation.

1:54

After any questions from the commission or staff and the applicant, the commission will provide an opportunity for individuals to speak on this on the case.

2:05

When it is your time to speak, please come forward to the podium.

2:09

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

2:14

When everyone has had the opportunity to speak, the applicant will be given an opportunity to make a brief closing comment.

2:22

At that time, there will be no further opportunities for public testimony on that item.

2:28

The public hearing portions of the cases considered tonight are intended to be an opportunity for the public to be heard by the commission.

2:37

It is not an opportunity for the commission to respond to public testimony or answer questions from the public.

2:45

After the case presentations and public testimony period is completed, the commission will conduct any discussion and action as appropriate.

2:54

Thank

Unassigned speaker

2:55

you.

Speaker 1

3:56

This is case number PLRP 2023-111, Ken Park addition, lots 1R, 2R, and 3R, block A.

Unassigned speaker

4:08

Is

Speaker 1

4:09

there anybody in the audience with comments for the consent agenda that would like to come forward at this time?

4:19

If not, are there any of the commissioners that have any comments about the consent agendas items or would like to have the consent agenda item number two pulled for consideration at this time or wish to make a motion?

4:37

Yes, Commissioner Foster.

Speaker 2

4:39

Um I make a motion that we approve the consent agenda.

4:44

Items number one minutes and then item number two, replat of Kim Park Edition.

Speaker 1

4:52

Yes, Commissioner Powell.

4:54

I second the motion.

Unassigned speaker

5:00

So the motion was made by Commissioner Foster and seconded by Commissioner Powell to approve the consent agenda items for one and two.

Speaker 1

5:04

Is there any additional discussion on the motion before we move to a vote?

5:10

Okay.

Unassigned speaker

5:11

Then

Speaker 1

5:12

let's move to a vote.

5:28

There we

Unassigned speaker

5:28

go.

Speaker 1

5:32

Okay, the agenda items consent agenda items passed unanimously with Commissioner Doyle and Commissioner Yarbrough being absent.

5:51

So now we will proceed to the public hearing portion of the agenda, starting with item number three, which is to hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending the zoning to establish a special use permit for an automobile or light load truck sales used with outdoor vehicle inventory displayed on an approximately 0.5 acre track zone, LI Light Industrial District and located at 1206 Tappen Circle and approximately 210 feet east of Upfield Drive, amending the official zoning map accordingly.

6:28

This is case number PLSUP 2023-110 used auto sales online.

6:36

Our case coordinator tonight is Mr.

6:39

Michael McCauley.

Mike McAuley · Speaker 3Inferred

6:41

Thank you, Mr.

6:42

Chairman, members of the commission.

6:43

I'm Mike McAuley,

Unassigned speaker

6:45

the

Mike McAuley · Speaker 3Inferred

6:45

planning department.

6:46

As you mentioned, this is an application for a special use permit

Unassigned speaker

6:50

at

Mike McAuley · Speaker 3Inferred

6:50

the subject site where the special use permit is to be considered to allow a used car dealership basically on this property with outdoor vehicle inventory being displayed.

7:05

Here's the front of the building.

7:09

Well kept as you can see here on this site.

7:29

Another view of

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Transportation Safety█████████14%
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Parking Management██3%
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Summary of Proceedings

Carrollton Planning & Zoning Commission Briefing and Regular Meeting - December 7, 2023

The Carrollton Planning & Zoning Commission convened on December 7, 2023, at 6:33 p.m. in Council Chambers. Seven of nine commissioners were present. The meeting included a consent agenda, two public hearings, and other business items.

Consent Calendar

  • Minutes: Approved the November 2, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously.
  • Replat of Kim Park Addition (PLRP 2023-111): Approved a replat of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block A, an approximately 0.813-acre tract on the west side of North Denton Drive, west of Cotton Street, to modify property lines for Lots 1R, 2R, and 3R, Block A. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Item 3 – Used Auto Sales Online (PLSUP 2023-110):

    • Applicant (Sylvia Condado): Representing Perfect Motor Cars, she expressed willingness to limit vehicle display to indoor storage only, stating the business is online-based with delivery/pickup. Repairs are performed off-site at 1411 Westway Circle. She noted that the site can accommodate the operation without outdoor inventory.
    • Public Opponent (Stanford Friend): Owner of adjacent and nearby properties (1204 Tappan Circle, etc.), he opposed the use due to concerns about overflow parking onto his property, uninvited visitors, and uncertainty about property boundaries shown on the map.
  • Item 4 – Wisdom Academy Private School (PLZ 2023-115):

    • Applicant (Luke Franz): Representing Wisdom Academy, he requested approval with staff-recommended stipulations. He stated that the school will start with approximately 75 students and grow to a maximum of 285 over 7–10 years. No bus service is planned; traffic mitigation includes staggered drop-off/pick-up times.
    • Public Support: Multiple appearance cards were submitted in favor; no one spoke in opposition.

Discussion Items

  • Item 3 – Used Auto Sales Online: Commissioners discussed staff’s initial recommendation for denial due to potential visibility of outdoor inventory after a future street extension (Fourth Street). After applicant offered to keep vehicles indoors, staff clarified they would support indoor-only display with modified stipulations. Commissioner Overholt noted that a new opaque fence could screen outdoor vehicles, but the applicant’s concession made that unnecessary. The commission ultimately moved to approve with indoor-only storage and removal of the outdoor screening requirement (stipulation 2B).
  • Item 4 – Wisdom Academy: The commission reviewed the proposed amendment to PD-122 to allow a private school (Pre-K through 12th grade, up to 285 students). Discussion included traffic impacts: a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) was submitted and approved by transportation engineering. Commissioners raised concerns about left-turn difficulties onto Josie Lane, especially during peak hours. The TIA addresses these by recommending extended queuing at Arbor Creek for U-turns. A stipulation was added requiring decorative wrought-iron perimeter fencing (instead of masonry) to preserve existing mature vegetation on the west property line.
  • Other Business:
    • The commission agreed to change the July 4, 2024 meeting to Wednesday, June 26, 2024, due to the holiday.
    • Staff reported on recent City Council actions, including unanimous approval of Texas Car One (auto sales on Broadway), Dallas Billiards (Old Denton Road), L Plaza (Josie Lane/Parker Road), and three text amendments (historic preservation, airport map update, dwelling units).

Key Outcomes

  • Consent Agenda: Approved unanimously (7-0) with Commissioner Doyle and Commissioner Yarborough absent.
  • PLSUP 2023-110 (Used Auto Sales): Approved 7-0 with adjusted stipulations: indoor vehicle display only (removal of outdoor inventory and associated screening requirements). Forwarded to City Council on January 9, 2024.
  • PLZ 2023-115 (Wisdom Academy): Approved 7-0 with staff recommendations plus an additional stipulation for decorative wrought-iron perimeter fencing. Forwarded to City Council on January 9, 2024.
  • Meeting Date Change: Approved moving the July 4, 2024 meeting to June 26, 2024.

Meeting Transcript

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Um, if you would please silence your cell phones or other devices at this time. I'm calling this meeting to order. It's about 6 33 p.m. December 7, 2023. It's for the meeting of the planning and zoning commission of the city of Carrollton. The commission consists of nine members, of which seven are present. There are two commissioners absent, Commissioner Doyle and Commissioner Yarborough. Um the Commission has final authority on certain items and an advisory role on others. In the case of advisory items, the commission's recommendation for denial will be considered by the city council if the applicant makes a written request in accordance with city ordinance. The commission conducts its business in accordance with the posted agenda, copies of which are in the lobby outside the these chambers. In accordance with the state open meetings act, the planning and zoning commission is restricted from discussing or taking actions on items that are not listed on the agenda. Approval of a subdivision plat or replat is required by state law if the plat meets all applicable provisions of state law in the city of Carrollton's ordinances. A plat is deemed approved by operation of law if no action to approve or deny a plat by the planning commission is taken within 30 days after a plat meeting. All requirements is filed. The public may comment on all items listed on the agenda for planning and zoning commission consideration. If you wish to comment on any agenda item, please complete an appearance card located on the table at the entrance to the city council chambers. The items on the agenda under the heading public hearing will be considered individually beginning with the case presentation. After any questions from the commission or staff and the applicant, the commission will provide an opportunity for individuals to speak on this on the case. When it is your time to speak, please come forward to the podium. Please give your name and address for the record and make your comments to the commission. When everyone has had the opportunity to speak, the applicant will be given an opportunity to make a brief closing comment. At that time, there will be no further opportunities for public testimony on that item. The public hearing portions of the cases considered tonight are intended to be an opportunity for the public to be heard by the commission. It is not an opportunity for the commission to respond to public testimony or answer questions from the public. After the case presentations and public testimony period is completed, the commission will conduct any discussion and action as appropriate. Thank you. This is case number PLRP 2023-111, Ken Park addition, lots 1R, 2R, and 3R, block A. Is there anybody in the audience with comments for the consent agenda that would like to come forward at this time? If not, are there any of the commissioners that have any comments about the consent agendas items or would like to have the consent agenda item number two pulled for consideration at this time or wish to make a motion? Yes, Commissioner Foster. Um I make a motion that we approve the consent agenda. Items number one minutes and then item number two, replat of Kim Park Edition. Yes, Commissioner Powell. I second the motion. So the motion was made by Commissioner Foster and seconded by Commissioner Powell to approve the consent agenda items for one and two. Is there any additional discussion on the motion before we move to a vote? Okay. Then let's move to a vote. There we go. Okay, the agenda items consent agenda items passed unanimously with Commissioner Doyle and Commissioner Yarbrough being absent. So now we will proceed to the public hearing portion of the agenda, starting with item number three, which is to hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending the zoning to establish a special use permit for an automobile or light load truck sales used with outdoor vehicle inventory displayed on an approximately 0.5 acre track zone, LI Light Industrial District and located at 1206 Tappen Circle and approximately 210 feet east of Upfield Drive, amending the official zoning map accordingly. This is case number PLSUP 2023-110 used auto sales online. Our case coordinator tonight is Mr. Michael McCauley. Thank you, Mr.

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