From
Chris Hartmann
Title
S181009A - Site Plan - Creekside at Grand Prairie (City Council District 4). Amendment to Site Plan originally approved as Luxe at Grand Prairie consisting of 315 multi-family units for the purpose of increasing unit count to 318 units and expanding the overall building footprint by 25,153 square feet. 23.387 acres in the Memucan Hunt Survey, Abstract No. 757, City of Grand Prairie, Tarrant County, Texas (plat approved as Lot 1, Block 1, Creekside at Grand Prairie Addition). Zoned PD-378 in the IH-20 Corridor Overlay District, generally located south of Bardin Rd. approximately 700 feet east of the intersection of Bardin Rd. and S Great Southwest Pkwy. The consultant is Jason Pyka, Manhard Consulting and the owner is Igor Krivoruchko, Luxe at Grand Prairie. (On February 24, 2020, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of this request by a vote of 9-0).
Presenter
David P. Jones, AICP, Chief City Planner
Recommended Action
Approve
Analysis
SUMMARY:
Amendment to Site Plan originally approved as Luxe at Grand Prairie. 23.387 acres in the Memucan Hunt Survey, Abstract No. 757, City of Grand Prairie, Tarrant County, Texas (plat approved as Lot 1, Block 1, Creekside at Grand Prairie Addition). Zoned PD-378 in the IH-20 Corridor Overlay District, generally located south of Bardin Rd. approximately 700 feet east of the intersection of Bardin Rd. and S Great Southwest Pkwy.
PURPOSE OF REQUEST:
The purpose of the request is to increasing unit count from 315 to 318 units and to expand the overall building footprint by 25,153 square feet.
ADJACENT LAND USES:
The following table summarizes the zoning designation and existing use for the surrounding properties.
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Table 1: Adjacent Zoning and Land Uses |
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Direction |
Zoning |
Existing Use |
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North |
PD-250 |
Retail Commercial |
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South |
PD-50 |
Single-Family Residential |
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West |
PD-30; PD-44 |
Undeveloped; Bank; Retail Commercial |
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East |
PD-30; PD-372 |
Undeveloped; Industrial |
HISTORY:
• June 4, 2019: Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Preliminary Plat for Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, MBC GSW Bardin Addition, consisting of one commercial lot and one multi-family lot.
• June 19, 2018: City Council approved Planned Development No. 378 (Lux Grand Prairie) consisting of Multi-Family uses.
• February 3, 2020: Planning and Zoning Commission approved a Final Plat for Lot 1, Block 1, Creekside at Grand Prairie Addition.
SUMMARY OF USES:
The Site Plan depicts six residential apartment buildings with 318 units along with a leasing office and clubhouse. Although this is an increase of 3 units and approximately 25,000 square feet of building area, the layout and density of the buildings and residential units substantially complies with the approved Concept Plan.
DENSITY AND DIMENSIONAL STANDARDS:
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Table 2: Conformance with Residential Development Standards |
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Standard |
PD-378 Standard |
Approved Plan |
Proposed Plan |
Meets? |
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Max Density |
14.13 du per acre |
13.47 du per acre |
13.59 du per acre |
Yes |
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Unit Mix |
1 bed = 59% |
1 bed = 59% |
1 bed = 59% |
Yes |
|
|
2 & 3 bed = 41% |
2 & 3 bed = 41% |
2 & 3 bed = 41% |
|
|
Frt Setback |
45 feet |
45 feet |
45 feet |
Yes |
|
Rear Setback |
60 feet |
60 feet |
60 feet |
Yes |
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Side Setback |
25 feet |
25 feet |
25 feet |
Yes |
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Max Ht |
3 story/50 feet |
3 story/36 feet |
3 story/37 feet |
Yes |
ACCESS:
One full access point is shown to Bardin Road. The full access will align with existing Sgt. Greg L. Hunter Lane. A second point of access will also be provided from Bardin.
BUILDING DESIGN:
Buildings are shown with a mix of Fiber Cement siding, stucco, and applied stone in earth tone colors, which meets the masonry recommendations of Appendix W and are substantially similar to the approved Site Plan. Horizontal and vertical articulation are shown, and the building utilize a hipped roof with architectural shingles. Maximum height has increased from 36 to 37 feet, which is still under the maximum height of 50 feet per standards of PD-378.
AMENITIES:
The applicant will provide amenities per the requirements of the PD. Amenities include:
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Table 3: Proposed Amenities |
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Fitness Center |
Swimming Pool |
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Pool Cabana |
BBQ Grill |
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Outdoor Game Area with Trellis |
Playground |
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Walking Trail |
2 Dog Parks |
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Business Center/Wifi Café |
Yoga Room |
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Party Kitchen |
Club Room with Covered Patio |
RECOMMENDATION:
The Development Review Committee (DRC) recommends approval of the proposed Site Plan with the condition that the developer dedicate easement along the east and north property boundaries for a future public trail to be constructed by the City.