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Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Summary: April 3, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission — Thursday, April 3, 2025

BodyCarrollton, Texas

SessionPlanning and Zoning Commission

DateThursday, April 3, 2025

StatusFILED

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Speaker 1

0:02

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.

0:04

Sorry for the little bit of delay.

0:06

Takes a little time to go through all of those comment cards and get them sorted for all the appropriate agenda items so that we can be a little more efficient as the meeting starts.

Unassigned speaker

0:18

So

Speaker 1

0:18

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

Unassigned speaker

0:24

And

Speaker 1

0:24

I'm calling this meeting to order at 6 40 p.m.

0:27

on April 3rd, 2025 for the meeting of the planning and zoning commission of the City of Carrollton.

0:33

This commission consists of nine members, all of whom are present tonight.

0:38

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

0:43

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

0:55

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

1:02

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

1:13

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

1:24

A plat is deemed approved by operation of law.

1:28

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.

1:39

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

1:46

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.

1:56

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

2:05

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

2:15

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.

Unassigned speaker

2:23

And

Speaker 1

2:23

I will let you know now your time limit will be three minutes, and there is a light on that podium that'll be green while you're speaking, and it will turn red when your three minutes is up.

2:33

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

2:40

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

2:45

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

2:53

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

3:03

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

3:12

Thank you.

3:26

Okay.

3:27

Also, the Royal Palm Agenda item is has been withdrawn.

3:34

So if anyone has come to speak on the Royal Palm agenda item, you can leave now.

3:40

You do not need to stay.

4:14

NRP.

4:16

Is there anybody in the audience at this time who would like to come forward who may have comments for the considerate or consent agenda items tonight?

4:28

If not, are there any commissioners that have any comments about the consent agenda items or wish to make a motion?

4:48

Yes, Commissioner Doyle.

Speaker 2

4:50

Mr.

4:50

Chairman, I move that we accept the minutes and the other consent item as presented.

Unassigned speaker

4:57

And that's with the corrections on the minutes that we noted in the briefing session.

Speaker 2

5:02

Yes, sir.

Speaker 1

5:03

Thank

Unassigned speaker

5:04

you.

Unassigned speaker

5:06

Yes,

Speaker 1

5:06

Commissioner Kramer.

Speaker 3

5:08

Thank you, Mr.

5:08

Chairman.

5:09

I second that motion.

Speaker 1

5:10

Thank you, Commissioner Kramen.

5:12

So a motion was made by Commissioner Doyle and seconded by Commissioner Kramer to approve the two consent agenda items for tonight.

5:20

Is there any additional discussion on the motion by the commissioners before we move to a

Unassigned speaker

5:24

vote?

Unassigned speaker

5:28

Okay,

Speaker 1

5:28

then let's move to a vote.

5:39

The motion passes unanimously.

Unassigned speaker

5:56

So

Speaker 1

5:57

now let's proceed proceed to the next public agenda item number three for the public hearing, which is to hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending the zoning to establish a special use permit to allow a tattoo parlor on approximately 0.9579 acre track zone PD 045 for the local retail district and located at 1016 West Trinity Mills Road.

6:25

That's suite 128.

6:28

Amending the official zoning map accordingly.

6:31

This is case number PLSUP 2024-196 tattoo parlor and our case coordinators, Ms.

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Summary of Proceedings

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Summary: April 3, 2025

The Carrollton Planning & Zoning Commission met on April 3, 2025, at City Hall. The briefing session began at 6:00 PM, followed by the regular meeting called to order at 6:40 PM (noting a slight delay from the posted 6:30 PM) and adjourned at 9:34 PM. All nine commissioners were present. The commission addressed a consent agenda and held public hearings for 12 items (one withdrawn), culminating in votes on special use permits and a major text amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO).

Consent Calendar

Approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes with noted corrections.
Approved the Final Plat for NRP Jackson Road Addition (Case PLFP 2025-043).
Motion by Commissioner Doyle, seconded by Commissioner Kramer. Passed unanimously.

Public Comments & Testimony

Item 3 (Tattoo Parlor): One public comment card was submitted in opposition, but no one came forward to speak.
Item 4 (Claw Mania Kingdom Arcade): No members of the public spoke in favor or opposition.
Item 5 (SUP-417 Amendment): No public testimony was given.
Item 7 (B&B 1011 Park Ave): Four comment cards were received in opposition, and two in favor. No members of the public spoke in chambers.
Item 9 (B&B 1842 Castille Dr): Multiple comment cards were received. Jennifer Stone (1902 Castille Dr) spoke in favor, expressing a desire for community redevelopment. David Graham (1840 Castille Dr), the direct neighbor, stated he could not oppose the application but noted he would not prefer a B&B next door. Three speakers in opposition cited concerns over parking, transient guests, and neighborhood character.
Item 10 (STR 3109 Silverado Dr): A petition with 64 signatures was submitted in opposition. John Castaldi (President, Indian Springs HOA) argued the use violates deed restrictions and city zoning, calling it a commercial hotel. Helen Smith voiced safety concerns for children at adjacent Kent Elementary. Mary Forbes (VP, Indian Springs HOA), Robert Case, Roseanne Housman (directly across the street), and Jim Klein all spoke against the STR, citing disruption to community fabric, safety, the property's proximity to a playground, parking issues, and potential for parties.
Item 11 (STR 1804 Chamberlain Dr): Five cards were submitted in opposition, but no public speakers came forward.
Item 12 (Text Amendments): Ed Green from Building Inspection spoke in support of the amendments, noting they address enforcement issues.

Discussion Items

Item 3 (Tattoo Parlor): Staff recommended approval with an additional stipulation limiting the tattoo parlor to a specific 308 square foot portion of the suite, as opposed to the entire suite, ensuring the remainder remains retail. Commissioner Foster voted against, raising health concerns due to proximity to a frozen food retail store within the same suite.
Item 4 (Claw Mania Kingdom Arcade): The applicant described the family-oriented claw machine business featuring a trade-up system using Kingdom Coins (no cash value). Staff noted the necessary base zoning from O-2 to retail was approved by City Council just prior, clearing the path for the SUP.
Item 5 (SUP-417 Amendment): The city-initiated amendment sought to remove an expired 2018 expiration date on an existing used car dealer SUP, aligning it with others in the Skylane Drive Light Industrial corridor. Commissioners discussed the outdoor display of vehicles and landscaping conditions.
Item 7 (B&B 1011 Park Ave): The applicant shared his family's story of financial hardship after a death and job loss. Staff clarified that a B&B owner must reside on the property but is not required to be physically present when guests are staying.
Item 9 (B&B 1842 Castille Dr): The applicant lives in one of four bedrooms and proposed renting the other three. Parking access is from the alley. The floor plan submitted to the city must be accurate and is enforceable. Commissioner Kramer felt the location was inappropriate for a B&B due to parking and proximity to a main street. The motion passed 5-4.
Item 10 (STR 3109 Silverado Dr): The applicant's daughter stated the house was for future family use and income for education. Strong opposition centered on deed restrictions (which staff clarified are not city-enforceable), safety of Kent Elementary students, and the transient nature of guests. The motion to approve failed 1-8.
Item 11 (STR 1804 Chamberlain Dr): The applicant outlined a complex plan to live at his mother's nearby house while renting this one, and vice versa. Staff clarified this plan was not currently permissible as the mother's property lacked proper permits. Commissioner Foster expressed concern about the applicant's strategy. Commissioner Overholt urged judging the case on its own merits. Passed 7-3.
Item 12 (Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments): Staff presented a comprehensive overhaul, including removal of the abandoned HI district, allowing residential lofts in Historic Square, shifting uses like oil extraction to LI via SUP, updates to NAICS codes, and modifications to parking requirements. Commissioner Overholt questioned the shift of oil extraction (including fracking) to the LI district. Staff confirmed the SUP process ensures City Council oversight. Passed unanimously.

Key Outcomes

Item 3 (Tattoo Parlor): APPROVED (8-1). Forwarded to City Council with a stipulation limiting the parlor to 308 sq. ft.
Item 4 (Claw Mania Kingdom Arcade): APPROVED (unanimous). Forwarded to City Council.
Item 5 (SUP-417 Amendment): APPROVED (unanimous). Expiration date removed. Forwarded to City Council.
Item 6 (Royal Palm STR): WITHDRAWN by applicant before the meeting.
Item 7 (B&B 1011 Park Ave): APPROVED (unanimous). Forwarded to City Council.
Item 8 (Briarwood STR): CONTINUED (unanimous) to the May 1, 2025 Planning & Zoning meeting.
Item 9 (B&B 1842 Castille Dr): APPROVED (5-4). Commissioners Overholt, Foster, Kramer, and Herman dissented. Forwarded to City Council.
Item 10 (STR 3109 Silverado Dr): DENIED (1-8). The applicant has 10 days from the April 3 hearing to appeal to the City Council.
Item 11 (STR 1804 Chamberlain Dr): APPROVED (7-3). Commissioners Yarborough, Foster, and Wendrell dissented. Forwarded to City Council.
Item 12 (Zoning Text Amendments): APPROVED (unanimous). Forwarded to City Council for final adoption.
Staff Reports: The Director reported the City Council approved the Downtown Master Plan on April 1st. Council also denied several previously recommended STRs. Items forwarded from this meeting will go to the City Council meeting scheduled for May 6, 2025.

Meeting Transcript

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Sorry for the little bit of delay. Takes a little time to go through all of those comment cards and get them sorted for all the appropriate agenda items so that we can be a little more efficient as the meeting starts. So if you would at this time please silence your cell phones or other devices at this time. And I'm calling this meeting to order at 6 40 p.m. on April 3rd, 2025 for the meeting of the planning and zoning commission of the City of Carrollton. This commission consists of nine members, all of whom are present tonight. This commission has final authority on certain items and advisory role on others. In the case of advisory items, the commission's recommendations 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 these chambers. In accordance with the state open meetings act, the planning and zoning commission is restricted from discussing or taking action on items that are not listed on the agenda. Approval of a subdivision or plat 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 the 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 of staff and the applicant, the commission will provide an opportunity for and 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. And I will let you know now your time limit will be three minutes, and there is a light on that podium that'll be green while you're speaking, and it will turn red when your three minutes is up. 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 questions from the public or answer questions from the public or testimony. After the case presentations and public testimony period is completed, the commission will conduct any discussions and actions as appropriate. Thank you. Okay. Also, the Royal Palm Agenda item is has been withdrawn. So if anyone has come to speak on the Royal Palm agenda item, you can leave now. You do not need to stay. NRP. Is there anybody in the audience at this time who would like to come forward who may have comments for the considerate or consent agenda items tonight? If not, are there any commissioners that have any comments about the consent agenda items or wish to make a motion? Yes, Commissioner Doyle. Mr. Chairman, I move that we accept the minutes and the other consent item as presented. And that's with the corrections on the minutes that we noted in the briefing session. Yes, sir. Thank you. Yes, Commissioner Kramer. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I second that motion. Thank you, Commissioner Kramen. So a motion was made by Commissioner Doyle and seconded by Commissioner Kramer to approve the two consent agenda items for tonight.

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