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Carrollton Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting - February 6, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission — Thursday, February 6, 2025

BodyCarrollton, Texas

SessionPlanning and Zoning Commission

DateThursday, February 6, 2025

StatusFILED

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Speaker 1

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Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.

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Uh, if you would please silence your cell phones and other devices at this time.

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I'm calling this meeting to order at about 6:33 p.m.

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February 6, 2025, for the meeting of the planning and zoning commission of the city of Carrollton.

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This commission consists of nine members, eight of whom

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are

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present tonight, with one commissioner being absent, that's committed commissioner Willanine Martin.

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

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

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

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

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Approval of a subdivision plat or replat is required by state law.

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The

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plat meets all applicable provisions of state law and the city of Carrollton's ordinances.

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A plat is also 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 meeting.

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All requirements is filed.

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

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

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

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

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When it is your time to speak, please come forward

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to

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Thank

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you.

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The

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first order of business is to hear public comments for the four consent agenda items tonight.

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Um

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if

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there's anyone who would like to come forward and has any public comments that they would wish to make.

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Number one is case number PLFP 2024-189, SABA edition lot one block A.

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And uh comment there is that the dedication of right-of-ways necessary and appropriate.

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Next one is uh case number PLRP 2024-194, Henry Butts edition, lots 2R, block 1, and Henry Butts edition phase three, lot to four block A.

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The last one is a replet of the Carrollton Commerce Center Lot 7R-B1 block C.

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That's PR PLRP 2024-198.

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Carrollton Commerce Center Lots 1 and 2 block D.

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Thank

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you, Commissioner Overholt.

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Yes,

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Commissioner Herman.

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Thank

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you, Mr.

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Chairman.

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I'd like to second that motion.

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Thank you, Commissioner Herman.

Speaker 1

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So the motion was made by Commissioner Overholt and seconded by Commissioner Herman to approve the four consent agenda items.

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Just make sure you you indicate that the two cases have uh with the proportionality statement in there.

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He did that.

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Okay.

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He

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did say that.

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I heard

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him

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say it.

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Well, just mention it in the motion.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting

Zoning And Land Use█████████████████████████████████████████████49%

Short Term Rentals████████████████████22%

Procedural████████████13%

Public Safety████████9%

Community Engagement████4%

Engineering And Infrastructure███3%

Summary of Proceedings

Carrollton Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting - February 6, 2025

The Carrollton Planning & Zoning Commission held a regular meeting on February 6, 2025, with 8 of 9 members present (Commissioner Willanine Martin absent). The meeting began at 6:33 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The Commission considered a consent agenda, four public hearings, and received staff reports.

Consent Calendar

The Commission unanimously approved four consent items: minutes from January 2, 2025; a final plat for SABA Addition (Case No. PLFP 2024-189); a replat of Henry Butts Addition Phase 3 (Case No. PLRP 2024-194); and a replat of Carrollton Commerce Center (Case No. PLRP 2024-198). The right-of-way dedications in items 2 and 3 were found necessary and proportional.

Public Hearings

Item 5: SDG Springs – SUP for Fabricated Metals Manufacturing (Case No. PLSUP 2024-197)

Staff recommended approval for a special use permit to repeal PD-160 and allow fabricated metal product manufacturing at 1416 Westway Circle. The applicant, Mita Martin, stated the business would produce springs for garage doors due to tariff changes and would use two machines for heating, bending, and coating metal. No public testimony was offered. The Commission unanimously voted to approve the SUP and closed the public hearing. The case will be forwarded to City Council on March 4, 2025.

Item 6: 3925 Brazos Drive Short-Term Rental (Case No. PLSUP 2024-187)

The applicant, Jesus Inguanzo, sought a special use permit for a short-term rental at his former residence, which he plans to manage personally while living in the neighborhood. Staff recommended approval with stipulations, including a modified occupancy limit of seven individuals (increased from six) due to an adjustment in bedroom square footage. Two code issues were noted (a patio cover without a building permit), which would need correction before registration. Public comments: one card in support and four in opposition, though the applicant noted the opposition comments focused on long-term rental issues rather than this property. The Commission approved the SUP by a vote of 5-3 (Commissioners Overholt, Foster, and Yarborough opposing); Commissioner Martin absent. The case will proceed to City Council on March 4, 2025.
The applicant addressed concerns about noise monitoring, minimum stays, screening, and management. He stated plans to install noise decibel monitors and exterior surveillance cameras and outlined a target market of insurance claims and executive housing.

Item 7: 1016 Thomas Place Short-Term Rental (Case No. PLSUP 2024-192)

The applicant, Juan Pena, requested a special use permit for a short-term rental at his primary residence, which he will use while traveling for work. He stated he maintains a home in Florida and travels abroad. He ensured compliance with all city ordinances and described plans to manage the property via his brother, a handyman, and a cleaner. Staff recommended approval; no code violations or police calls were reported. Public comments: three in favor and one opposed from the HOA. The Commission unanimously approved the SUP. The case will be forwarded to City Council on March 4, 2025.
Commissioner questions clarified that a minimum stay of three days is planned, noise monitoring devices will be installed, and the brother will serve as property manager.

Item 8: 1841 Arundel Drive Bed and Breakfast (Case No. PLSUP 2024-154)

The applicant requested a special use permit to operate a bed and breakfast at a single-family residence. Significant concerns were raised regarding code violations, including unpermitted electrical, plumbing, and structural modifications. Staff recommended denial due to these violations. The Fire Department objected to the proposed floor plan, citing unsafe access for emergency searches. Public testimony from two neighbors (Joel Munoz and Daniel Hoskins) opposed the application, alleging the property is currently being rented as multiple units without approval and does not function as a single-family home. Eight total public comments were received in opposition. A motion to approve the SUP with staff stipulations failed to pass (unanimous vote not achieved). The applicant has 10 days to appeal the denial to City Council.

Item 9: Just Pots Pottery – Amendment to PD-141 (Case No. PLZ 2024-149)

The applicant, represented by a team including Tommy Man, requested an amendment to Planned Development District 141 at 2121 Sandy Lake Road to allow approximately 127,000 square feet of outdoor display for a pottery and outdoor décor retail store. Staff recommended denial, citing high visibility from George Bush Turnpike and concern that allowing extensive outdoor display on an LR-2 zoned property would set a precedent, even though the use is unique and not comparable to standard retail. The applicant addressed previous concerns by adding 25 parking spaces (total 86) and providing a parking study. Public testimony was not offered. Commissioner Overholt expressed concerns about precedent. The Commission voted 7-1 (Commissioner Overholt opposing) to approve the amendment with staff stipulations. The case will be forwarded to City Council on March 4, 2025.

Other Business

Staff reports: Michael Shapiro summarized City Council actions on cases previously heard by the Commission, including approvals for Dallas Palms Event Center, the Josie Lane event center, and others. Notable denials included the Black Oak Drive and 4027 Red Maple short-term rentals, and the 1103 Pawnee short-term rental, which were overturned by the City Council after appeals. A case at 2706 Brookshire was continued to March 4, 2025.

Key Outcomes

Consent agenda items approved unanimously.
Item 5 (SDG Springs SUP) approved unanimously.
Item 6 (3925 Brazos STR) approved 5-3.
Item 7 (1016 Thomas Place STR) approved unanimously.
Item 8 (1841 Arundel B&B) denied; applicant has 10 days to appeal to City Council.
Item 9 (Just Pots Pottery PD amendment) approved 7-1.
Several cases from prior months were reported as denied by City Council despite P&Z recommendations.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:34 p.m.

Meeting Transcript

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Uh, if you would please silence your cell phones and other devices at this time. I'm calling this meeting to order at about 6:33 p.m. February 6, 2025, for the meeting of the planning and zoning commission of the city of Carrollton. This commission consists of nine members, eight of whom are present tonight, with one commissioner being absent, that's committed commissioner Willanine Martin. This 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 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 these chambers. In accordance with the state open meetings act, the planning and zoning commission is restricted from discussing or taking action on the items not listed on the agenda. Approval of a subdivision plat or replat is required by state law. The plat meets all applicable provisions of state law and the city of Carrollton's ordinances. A plat is also 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 meeting. All requirements is filed. The public may comment on the all all items listed on the agenda for planning and zoning commission consideration. If you do wish to comment on any agenda item, please complete an appearance card located on a table at the entrance to 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 of staff and the applicant, the commission will provide an opportunity for any and all individuals to speak on the case. When it is your time to speak, please come forward to the podium, 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 portion 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 discussions and actions as appropriate. Thank you. The first order of business is to hear public comments for the four consent agenda items tonight. Um if there's anyone who would like to come forward and has any public comments that they would wish to make. Number one is case number PLFP 2024-189, SABA edition lot one block A. And uh comment there is that the dedication of right-of-ways necessary and appropriate. Next one is uh case number PLRP 2024-194, Henry Butts edition, lots 2R, block 1, and Henry Butts edition phase three, lot to four block A. The last one is a replet of the Carrollton Commerce Center Lot 7R-B1 block C. That's PR PLRP 2024-198. Carrollton Commerce Center Lots 1 and 2 block D. Thank you, Commissioner Overholt. Yes, Commissioner Herman. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I'd like to second that motion. Thank you, Commissioner Herman.

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