From
Monica Espinoza, Executive Assistant
Title
Z200903/CP200901 - Zoning Change/Concept Plan - Springs at Grand Prairie Multi-Family (City Council District 2). Zoning Change and Concept Plan for a multi-family development with a proposed density of 15 dwelling units per acre on 18.97 acres. Tracts 1, 2, and 2.6, C D Ball Survey, Abstract No. 1699, City of Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, zoned PD-29 and PD-288, within the SH-161 and I-20 Corridor Overlay Districts, and generally located north and west of Sara Jane Pkwy. (On September 28, 2020, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of this request by a vote of 7-0).
Presenter
Savannah Ware, AICP, Chief City Planner
Recommended Action
Approve
Analysis
SUMMARY:
Zoning Change and Concept Plan for a multi-family development with a proposed density of 15 dwelling units per acre on 18.97 acres. Tracts 1, 2, and 2.6, C D Ball Survey, Abstract No. 1699, City of Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, zoned PD-29 and PD-288, within the SH-161 and I-20 Corridor Overlay Districts, and generally located north and west of Sara Jane Pkwy.
PURPOSE OF REQUEST:
The purpose of the request is to rezone the subject property to a Planned Development District to facilitate a multi-family development on 18.97 acres. The existing zoning districts allow apartments. This request will bring the property under a single zoning district.
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-377 |
Undeveloped (Multi-Family Site Plan Approved) |
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South |
PD-29 |
Undeveloped |
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West |
PD-265A; PD-353 |
Undeveloped; Multi-Family Residential |
|
East |
PD-288 |
Undeveloped |
PROPOSED USE CHARACTERISTICS AND FUNCTION:
The applicant is proposing a Planned Development District for multi-family development on 18.97 acres. The concept plan depicts 12 residential buildings and one clubhouse building, two pet parks, a pool, internal open space, garages and carports. The development will have a single gated entry off Sara Jane Pkwy and an emergency access only point of access off Sara Jane Pkwy.
CONFORMANCE WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
The 2018 Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Map (FLUM) designates this location as High Density Residential. The proposal is consistent with the FLUM designation.
ZONING REQUIREMENTS:
The applicant is proposing a base zoning district of Multi-Family Two with some modifications.
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Table 2: Development Characteristics and Standards Comparison |
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Standard |
Appendix W |
Proposed |
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Max. Density |
18 |
18 |
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Min. Living Area (Sq. Ft.) |
600 |
525 |
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Max. Number of Single Bed Units |
60% |
60% |
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Lot Area (Sq. Ft.) |
12,000 |
12,000 |
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Lot Width (Ft.) |
100 |
100 |
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Depth (Ft.) |
120 |
120 |
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Garages (% of Total Spaces) |
30% |
27.8% |
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Carports (% of Total Spaces) |
20% |
20% |
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Perimeter Fence Type |
Wrought Iron w/ Masonry Columns |
Wrought Iron w/o Masonry Columns |
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Perimeter Fence Height (Ft.) |
6 |
5 |
RECOMMENDATION:
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval with staff conditions by a vote of 7-0.
The Development Review Committee (DRC) recommends approval with the following conditions:
1. The proposed development shall meet the requirements in Appendix W; and
2. Any variances shall be evaluated with the Site Plan when finalized building elevations are reviewed as part of the request.
Body
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND MAP TO REZONE 18.975 ACRES OF LAND OUT OF THE CHARLES D. BALL SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 1699 AND THE WILLIAM H. BEEMAN SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 1236, CITY OF GRAND PRAIRIE, DALLAS COUNTY, TEXAS, FROM PLANNED DEVELOPMENT-29 AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT-288 TO A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR MULTI-FAMILY USE; SAID ZONING MAP AND ORDINANCE BEING ORDINANCE NUMBER 4779 AND PASSED ON NOVEMBER 20, 1990, REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND TO BECOME EFFECTIVE UPON ITS PASSAGE AND APPROVAL.
WHEREAS, the owners of the property described herein below filed application with the City of Grand Prairie, Texas, petitioning an amendment of the Zoning Ordinance and map of said city so as to rezone and reclassify said property from its classification of Planned Development-29 and Planned Development-288 to a Planned Development District for Multi-Family Use; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission of Grand Prairie, Texas, held a public hearing on said application on September 28, 2020, after written notice of such public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission on the proposed rezoning had been sent to owners of real property lying within 300 feet of the property on which the change of classification is proposed, said Notice having been given not less than ten (10) days before the date set for hearing to all such owners who rendered their said property for City taxes as the ownership appears on the last approved City Tax Roll, and such Notice being served by depositing the same, properly addressed and postage paid, in the City Post Office; and
WHEREAS, after consideration of said application, the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Grand Prairie, Texas voted 7 to 0 to recommend approval to the City Council of Grand Prairie, Texas, of the request that the hereinafter described property be rezoned from its classification of Planned Development-29 and Planned Development-288 to a Planned Development District for Multi-Family Use; and
WHEREAS, Notice was given of a further public hearing to be held by the City Council of the City of Grand Prairie, Texas, in the City Hall Plaza Building at 6:30 P.M. on October 13, 2020, to consider the advisability of amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission, and all citizens and parties at interest were notified that they would have an opportunity to be heard, such Notice of the time and place of such hearing having been given at least fifteen (15) days prior to such hearing by publication in the Fort Worth Star Telegram, Grand Prairie, Texas, a newspaper of general circulation in such municipality; and
WHEREAS, all citizens and parties at interest have been given an opportunity to be heard on all the matter of the proposed rezoning and the City Council of the City of Grand Prairie, Texas, being informed as to the location and nature of the use proposed on said property, as well as, the nature and usability of surrounding property, have found and determined that the property in question, as well as, other property within the city limits of the City of Grand Prairie, Texas, has changed in character since the enactment of the original Zoning Ordinance from its classification of Planned Development-29 and Planned Development-288; and, by reason of changed conditions, does consider and find that this amendatory Ordinance should be enacted since its provisions are in the public interest and will promote the health, safety and welfare of the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1. THAT Ordinance Number 4779, being the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Grand Prairie, Texas, showing the locations and boundaries of certain districts, and said Zoning Ordinance and Map having been made a part of an Ordinance entitled:
“AN ORDINANCE AMENDING IN ITS ENTIRETY CHAPTER 28 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS, AS PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THE 20TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1990, TOGETHER WITH ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO AND ENACTING A REVISED ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AND PROVIDING FOR ZONING REGULATIONS; CREATING USE DISTRICTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN…”
and passed and approved November 20, 1990, as amended, is hereby further amended to rezone from its classification of Planned Development-29 and Planned Development-288 to a Planned Development District for Multi-Family Use; as described and depicted in Exhibit A - Boundary Description.
SECTION 2. THAT the purpose of this planned development is to establish appropriate restrictions and development controls necessary to ensure predictable land development, safe and efficient vehicular and pedestrian circulation, compatible uses of land and compliance with appropriate design standards.
SECTION 3. THAT the following shall apply to development in the Planned Development District:
A. Development shall generally comply with Exhibit B - Concept Plan and Exhibit C - Conceptual Building Elevations.
B. Multi-Family Development:
1. Multi-family development shall comply with the use and development standards for Multi-Family Two (MF-2) District and Appendix W: Residential Development Standards in the Unified Development Code, as amended.
2. 14 units may be constructed with a minimum living area of 525 sq. ft. The remaining units shall have a minimum living area of 600 sq. ft.
3. The perimeter fence shall be a minimum of six ft. in height.
4. Any additional variances shall be evaluated with the Site Plan when finalized building elevations are reviewed as part of the development request.
5. Participation in the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program shall be mandatory.
SECTION 4. THAT a Site Plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City Council prior to the issuance of any building permits.
SECTION 5. THAT it is further provided, that in case a section, clause, sentence, or part of this Ordinance shall be deemed or adjudged by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, then such invalidity shall not affect, impair, or invalidate the remainder of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6. THAT all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are specifically repealed.
SECTION 7. THAT this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS, this the 13th day of October, 2020.
Ordinance No. 10919-2020
Zoning Case No. Z200903/CP200901
Planned Development No. 405