Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingDripping Springs, TX · October 23, 2018
Minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes
October 23, 2018 at 6:30 p.m.
A Regular Meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission was held Tuesday, October 23, 2018 beginning
at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 511 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, Texas.
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL at 6:30 p.m.
Commission Members present were:
Mim James, Chair
James Martin, Vice Chair
John McIntosh
Michael Lavengco
Evelyn Strong
Martin Garza
Commission Members absent were:
Kim Hubbard
City Staff/Appointed Officials present were:
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
Planning Director Jason Lutz
City Engineer Chad Gilpin
Planning Assistant Amanda Padilla
City Attorney Laura Mueller
With a quorum of the Commission present, Chair James called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair James led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
III. PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
Floor open to discussion on any subject. No action may be taken by law. Citizens wishing to
speak shall do so after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may establish a time limit as
necessary.
No one spoke during Presentation of Citizens.
IV. MINUTES
Discussion and Possible Action of:
A. Discuss and Consider Approval of the September 25, 2018 Regular Planning & Zoning
Commission Meeting Minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission October 23, 2018
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A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to approve the September 25, 2018 Regular
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes. Commissioner Lavengco seconded the
motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
V. BUSINESS
Discussion and Possible Action on Zoning, Conditional Use Permits, Subdivision, Site
Development, Signage, Variances, Special Exceptions, Waivers and other matters:
A. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-
0028: Final Plat on Creek Road in Dripping Springs, Texas Lots 1-4 Cypress Fork
Rach Subdivision. Applicant, Jen Paisely, P.E.
1. Presentation – no presentation given
2. Staff Report
Jason Lutz presented the staff report. Staff recommends postponement of the item.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. SUB2018-0028: Cypress Fork Ranch Final Plat
A motion was made by Commission Garza to postpone the item to the next Planning
& Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 27, 2018. Vice Chair Martin
seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
B. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-0034:
Replat of Lot 1B, Lot 1E and 1F, Block A, Resubdivision No. 3 of North Belterra
Commercial Subdivision. Applicant, Harrison M. Hudson
1. Presentation – no presentation given
2. Staff Report
Chad Gilpin presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of
the item with the following conditions:
1. Applicant address and clear remaining Staff comments before November 14,
2018.
2. Applicant obtain approval from Hays County.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. SUB2018-0034 North Belterra Commercial Replat Lot 1B, 1E and 1F, Block A
Planning & Zoning Commission October 23, 2018
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A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of
SUB2018-0034: Replat of Lot 1B, Lot 1E and 1F, Block A, Resubdivision No. 3 of
North Belterra Commercial Subdivision with staff recommendations, and the condition
that the applicant address all staff comments prior to the Mayor’s signature.
Commissioner Garza seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
C. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-0035:
Replat of Lot 2C, Block B, Resubdivision No. 3 of North Belterra Commercial
Subdivision. Applicant, Harrison M. Hudson
1. Presentation – no presentation given
2. Staff Report
Chad Gilpin presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of
the item with the following conditions:
1. Applicant address and clear remaining Staff comments before November 14,
2018.
2. Applicant obtain approval from Hays County.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. SUB2018-0035: North Belterra Commercial Replat Lot 2C, Block B
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of
SUB2018-0035: Replat of Lot 2C, Block B, Resubdivision No. 3 of North Belterra
Commercial Subdivision with staff recommendations, and the condition that
recommendations are met before the Mayor’s signature. Commission Garza seconded
the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to hear Business Item F out of order, and before
Business Item D. Chair James seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
F. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-0041: Plat
Vacation Located on Belterra Village Way in Dripping Springs, Texas, Belterra Phase
2, Section 5B, Block C, Lot 1. Applicant, Harrison M. Hudson
1. Presentation – no presentation given
2. Staff Report
Chad Gilpin presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of
the item with the following conditions:
1. Applicant address and clear remaining Staff comments before November 14,
2018.
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2. Applicant obtain approval from Hays County.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. SUB2018-0041 Belterra Phase 2 Plat Vacation Section 5B, Block C, Lot 1
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of
SUB2018-0041: Plat Vacation Located on Belterra Village Way in Dripping Springs,
Texas, Belterra Phase 2, Section 5B, Block C, Lot 1 with the staff recommendations
and the condition that recommendations are met before the Mayor’s signature.
Commissioner Lavengco seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
D. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-0036:
Replat of Lot 3I, Block B, Resubdivision No. 3 of North Belterra Commercial
Subdivision. Applicant, Harrison M. Hudson
1. Presentation – no presentation given
2. Staff Report
Chad Gilpin presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of
the item with the following conditions:
1. Applicant address and clear remaining Staff comments before November 14,
2018.
2. Applicant obtain approval from Hays County.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. SUB2018-0036 North Belterra Commercial Replat Lot 3I, Block B
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of
SUB2018-0036: Replat of Lot 3I, Block B, Resubdivision No. 3 of North Belterra
Commercial Subdivision with the staff recommendations and the condition that
recommendations are met before the Mayor’s signature. Commissioner Lavengco
seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
E. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-0040:
Preliminary Plat for the Caliterra Subdivision Located at FM 150 and Ranch Road 12
(Legal Description: ABS. 415 Phillip A. Smith Survey 22) for 190 residential
lots. Applicant, Bill E. Couch
1. Presentation – no presentation was given
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2. Staff Report
Jason Lutz presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends postponement
of the item indefinitely.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. SUB2018-0040: Caliterra Subdivision Preliminary Plat
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to postpone the item indefinitely.
Commissioner Garza seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
G. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendations Regarding three variance
requests for 505 Old Fitzhugh Road located in the City of Dripping Springs, Texas,
Abstract 0415 Philip A Survey, 7.38 Acres, Hays County, TX. The variance requests
are: (1) an encroachment into the front and side yard building setback to allow
construction on an existing slab; (2) a 25' side yard setback for new construction; and
(3) a request for the 80 foot building separation requirement be reduced to no less than
the separation requirements found in the current building and fire codes. Applicant,
Rafael Varela
1. Presentation
James Kissling, Principal of Kissling Architecture, Inc., presented the item. Mr.
Kissling’s presentation is on file. The development will be mixed-use, restaurant and
retail.
2. Staff Report
Jason Lutz presented the staff report which is on file. Should the applicant decide to
have tasting as part of the land use, they will need to apply for a Conditional Use
Permit. Staff recommends approval with the following conditions:
1. Staff finds that due to the irregular lot shape and the existing floodplain located
on the property, that there is a hardship that affects the property.
2. Staff also finds that the alteration between zoning districts along Old Fitzhugh
Rd creates a unique circumstance where land uses and setbacks are inconsistent
from property to property.
3. Staff recommends approval of the requested variances with the following
conditions:
a. That variance request #1 be granted only for reconstruction on the
existing slab
b. That a Certificate of Appropriateness be obtained regarding the
proposed site plan.
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3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. Variance Requests
a. Request #1: An encroachment into the front and side yard building setback to
allow construction on an existing slab.
b. Request #2: A 25' side yard setback for new construction.
c. Request #3: A request for the 80 foot building separation requirement be reduced
to no less than the separation requirements found in the current building and fire
codes.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval
of three variance requests for 505 Old Fitzhugh Road located in the City of
Dripping Springs, Texas, Abstract 0415 Philip A Survey, 7.38 Acres, Hays
County, TX. The variance requests are: (1) an encroachment into the front and
side yard building setback to allow construction on an existing slab; (2) a 25' side
yard setback for new construction; and (3) a request for the 80 foot building
separation requirement be reduced to no less than the separation requirements
found in the current building and fire codes with staff recommendations.
Commissioner Garza seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
H. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding a Proposed
Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the City of Dripping
Springs, Texas and TF Arrowhead LP (aka Arrowhead Ranch). Applicant, Adib
Khoury
1. Presentation
Adib Khoury with Starwood Land Advisors presented the item. Mr. Khoury’s
presentation is on file.
2. Staff Report
Jason Lutz presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of
the item.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. Amended and Restated Development Agreement
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Commissioner Garza asked the applicant why the density is higher, for which the
applicant stated that they had purchased more land they are trying to maintain the initial
density.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of a
Proposed Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the City of
Dripping Springs, Texas and TF Arrowhead LP (aka Arrowhead Ranch).
Commissioner Lavengco seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
5. Parks Master Plan – no action taken on this item
6. WWTP Agreement – no action taken on this item
I. Public Hearing, Reconsideration, and Consideration of Recommendation regarding
DA2018-0004: Belterra Commercial Development Agreement 2nd Amendment: A
proposed Second Amendment to the Belterra Commercial Development Agreement
between the City of Dripping Springs and ERG Belterra, Ltd, Belterra Lot 1B, Ltd,
Belterra Lot1C-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 1E-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 1F, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2A,
Ltd, Belterra Lot 2C, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2D, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2E, Ltd, Belterra Lot
3F-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3J-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3C, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3E-1, Ltd,
Belterra Lot 3H, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3D, Ltd, and Belterra Hospitality, LLC; Amending
the First Amendment to the Belterra Commercial Development Agreement between
the City of Dripping Springs and Crescent Beltterra TX, LLC entered into on or
around September 13, 2016; and Providing for the Following: Allowing up to 70' in
Height for Hotel Use Only on Parcels A and C; Allowing up to 65' for Multi-Family
Use Only on Parcels A and C; Allowing Building Construction Materials to be Wood,
Metal, or Any Other Material as Allowed by the Current Fire and Building Codes; a
Change in Land Use to Allow for up to One (1) Automotive Repair Facility on Parcel
C; Length of Building to Exceed 200ft up to 275ft for Parcels A and C; Allowing
Accessory Structures to be Located within Building Setbacks; Utilization of a Refuse
Valet Service in Lieu of the Zoning Ordinance Requirement for Multi-Family
Buildings to be Located within 250ft of a Refuse Facility; and Allowing up to 27 Units
per Acre for Multi-Family Use. Applicant, Daniel Campbell, Endeavor
1. Presentation
Daniel Campbell, Principal with Endeavor Real Estate Group, gave a presentation on
the item which is on file.
2. Staff Report
Jason Lutz presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends
reconsideration of the item, and approval of the item with specification of height for
parcels.
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3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. DA2018-0004: Belterra Commercial Development Agreement Amendment No. 2
A motion was made by Commissioner Garza to reconsider the recommendation
provided by the Planning & Zoning Commission on September 25, 2018, striking items
a, d, e and f, and reconsidering items b, c, g and h listed on the agenda and for the
allowance of: up to 65' height for Multi-family site; alternate construction materials as
allowed by building & fire codes; refuse valet service in lieu of requirement for multi-
family structures to be within 250' of refuse facility; and, 27 units per acre in density
for DA2018-0004: Belterra Commercial Development Agreement 2nd Amendment.
Vice Chair Martin seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
a. Allow up to 70' height for Hotel site
b. Allow up to 65' height for Multi-family site
c. Allow alternate construction materials as allowed by building & fire codes
d. Allow 1 Auto Repair Facility
e. Allow the multi-family structures to be greater than 200' in length (up to 275') –
no action taken
f. Allow accessory structures to be located in building setback lines
g. Allow refuse valet service in lieu of requirement for multi-family structures to be
within 250' of refuse facility
h. Allow 27 units per acre in density
A motion was made by Commissioner Garza to recommend approval of DA2018-
0004: Belterra Commercial Development Agreement 2nd Amendment: A
proposed Second Amendment to the Belterra Commercial Development
Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and ERG Belterra, Ltd, Belterra
Lot 1B, Ltd, Belterra Lot1C-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 1E-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 1F, Ltd,
Belterra Lot 2A, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2C, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2D, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2E,
Ltd, Belterra Lot 3F-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3J-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3C, Ltd, Belterra
Lot 3E-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3H, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3D, Ltd, and Belterra Hospitality,
LLC; Amending the First Amendment to the Belterra Commercial Development
Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and Crescent Belterra TX, LLC
entered into on or around September 13, 2016; and Providing for the Following:
Allowing up to 70' in Height for Hotel Use Only on Parcels A and C; Allowing up
to 65' for Multi-Family Use Only on Parcels A and C; Allowing Building
Construction Materials to be Wood, Metal, or Any Other Material as Allowed by
the Current Fire and Building Codes; a Change in Land Use to Allow for up to
One (1) Automotive Repair Facility on Parcel C; Length of Building to Exceed
200ft up to 275ft for Parcels A and C; Allowing Accessory Structures to be
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Located within Building Setbacks; Utilization of a Refuse Valet Service in Lieu
of the Zoning Ordinance Requirement for Multi-Family Buildings to be Located
within 250ft of a Refuse Facility; and Allowing up to 27 Units per Acre for Multi-
Family Use, with the condition of an allowable maximum height of sixty-five feet
(65’) for Multi-Family site on parcels C and A, and an allowable maximum height
of forty-five feet (45’) for Multi-Family site on parcels C and E; and with the
condition that the that an exhibit depicting the building locations on the site be
included as an attachment. Commissioner Lavengco seconded the motion which
carried unanimously 6 to 0.
J. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding a Conditional Use
Permit Application for Use of a Mobile Food Trailer as a Commercial Kitchen that
will Compliment the Use of the Historic Roberts House as a Restaurant at 310 Old
Fitzhugh Road. Applicant, Jon Thompson, J Thompson Professional Consulting, LLC
1. Presentation
Jon Thompson with J Thompson Professional Consulting presented the item and was
available for questions from the Commission.
2. Staff Report
Jason Lutz presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of
the item with the following conditions:
1. That the mobile food truck be considered part of the main structure in regard to
determining allowable signage for the property. That the structure and truck
adhere to the City’s adopted sign code at the time of permitting.
2. That the CUP only be approved/valid for the current owner based on the
proposed site plan.
3. That the mobile food truck dispose of the associated waste from the kitchen via
pump and haul or other method and not be connected to the City’s sewer
system.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. CUP2018-0005: Allow a Mobile Food Trailer as a Commercial Kitchen
Chair James expressed concern regarding amplified sound.
A motion was made by Commissioner Garza to recommend City Council approval of
a Conditional Use Permit Application for Use of a Mobile Food Trailer as a
Commercial Kitchen that will Compliment the Use of the Historic Roberts House as a
Restaurant at 310 Old Fitzhugh Road with staff recommendations, and the condition
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that the Conditional Use Permit be removed when the use is no longer needed. Vice
Chair Martin seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
K. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding Springs Provisions
Sign Variance Request to Allow Two Projecting Signs to Have Less than 6 inches of
Space Between the Rows of Lettering for Signs to be Located at 300 A Mercer Street,
Dripping Springs, TX 78620. Applicant Jon Thompson
1. Presentation
Applicant Jon Thompson was available for questions from the Commission.
2. Staff Report
Michelle Fischer presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval
of the item.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. Variance to Allow Two Projecting Signs to Have Less than 6 inches of Space Between
the Rows of Lettering
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of a
Springs Provisions Sign Variance Request to Allow Two Projecting Signs to Have Less
than 6 inches of Space Between the Rows of Lettering for Signs to be Located at 300
A Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, TX 78620. Commissioner Lavengco seconded the
motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
L. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding Dunkin' Donuts
Sign Variance Request to Allow a Menu Board at 166 Hargraves Dr., Austin, TX
78737. Applicant Lisa Sherwood, Dunkin' Donuts
1. Presentation – no presentation was given
2. Staff Report
Michelle Fischer presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval
of the item with the condition that the canopy with speaker be painted to match the
menu board which is brown in color.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. Variance to Allow a Menu Board
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A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of
Dunkin' Donuts Sign Variance Request to Allow a Menu Board at 166 Hargraves Dr.,
Austin, TX 78737 with staff recommendations, and the condition that there is only one
(1) sign for this location. Commissioner McIntosh seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 6 to 0.
M. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding Jeff Coffman Realty
Sign Variance Request to Allow a Monument Sign to Exceed the Maximum Height
and Signable Area Allowed for a Sign to be Located at 27401 Ranch Road 12, Dripping
Springs, TX. Applicant Jon Thompson
1. Presentation
Applicant Jon Thompson was available for questions from the Commission.
2. Staff Report
Michelle Fischer presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval
of the item with the condition that no other permanent business signs requiring a sign
permit be allowed on the property.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. Variance to Allow a Monument Sign to Exceed the Maximum Signable Area Allowed
5. Variance to Allow a Monument Sign to Exceed the Maximum Height Allowed
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of Jeff
Coffman Realty Sign Variance Request to Allow a Monument Sign to Exceed the
Maximum Height and Signable Area Allowed for a Sign to be Located at 27401 Ranch
Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX with staff recommendations. Commissioner Garza
seconded the motion which carried 5 to 1, with Commissioner Strong abstaining.
N. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding Cottages at Belterra
Village Sign Variance Request to Allow a Subdivision Entrance Sign to be Located in
the Right-of Way at the intersection of Belterra Village Way and Bright Valley Way,
Lot 1, Block B, The Cottages at Belterra Village Phase II. Applicant Austin Evetts
1. Presentation
Marissa McKinney, Principal with Coleman and Associates, presented the item.
2. Staff Report
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Michelle Fischer presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval
of the item with the following conditions:
1. The owner of the sign shall be responsible for altering or relocating the sign if
required by utility, roadway, or landscaping maintenance or improvements;
and,
2. If the sign is damaged, the owner shall repair or remove it within 60 days.
3. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
4. Variance to Allow a Subdivision Entrance Sign to be Located in the Right-of-Way
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to recommend City Council approval of
Cottages at Belterra Village Sign Variance Request to Allow a Subdivision Entrance
Sign to be Located in the Right-of Way at the intersection of Belterra Village Way and
Bright Valley Way, Lot 1, Block B, The Cottages at Belterra Village Phase II with staff
recommendations. Commissioner Lavengco seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 6 to 0.
O. Discuss An Ordinance Replacing Chapter 26 of the Dripping Springs Code of
Ordinances; Amending Allowed Signs, Policies, and Procedures for Signs in the City
Limits and Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
1. Staff Report
Laura Mueller presented the staff report which is on file.
2. Public Hearing
No one spoke during the Public Hearing.
3. Discussion (no action to be taken)
Chair James request that billboards be addressed in the ordinance and expressed overall
concern regarding enforcement. Chair James feels this is a good ordinance.
Vice Chair Martin expressed concerns regarding setbacks and clarification for zoning
districts.
P. Discussion, and Consideration of Approval regarding the 2019 Planning & Zoning
Commission Meeting Calendar to include rescheduling of certain meetings falling on
City Holidays
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1. Staff Report
Jason Lutz presented the staff report. The Commission needs to change meetings
occurring on or near City observed holidays.
2. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
By unanimous consent the Commission changed the following meeting dates:
1. November 26, 2019 meeting to November 20, 2019
2. December 24, 2019 meeting to December 18, 2019
VI. REPORTS OF AGENCIES, COMMISSIONS, AND STAFF (no action to be taken)
A. Planning & Development Department Monthly Report - Jason Lutz
VII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Dripping Springs has the right to adjourn
into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matter as
authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney),
551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts
and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices),
and 551.086 (Economic Development). The Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of
Dripping Springs may act on any item listed in Executive Session in Open Session or move any
item from Executive Session to Open Session for action.
The Commission did not meet in Executive Session.
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. November 13, 2018 - Regular City Council Meeting, 5:30 PM Workshop/6:30 PM
Meeting
B. November 20, 2018 - Regular City Council Meeting, 6:00 PM
C. November 27, 2018 - Regular Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, 6:30 PM
IX. ADJOURN
A motion was made by Vice Chair Martin to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Lavengco
seconded the motion which carried unanimously 6 to 0.
This regular meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
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Agenda
City of Dripping Springs
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 6:30 PM
City Hall, 511 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, Texas
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL at 6:30 p.m.
Commission Members
Mim James - Chair James Martin - Vice Chair John McIntosh
Kim Hubbard Michael Lavengco Evelyn Strong
Martin Garza
City Staff/Appointed Officials
City Administrator Michelle Fischer
Deputy City Administrator Ginger Faught
Planning Director Jason Lutz
City Engineer Chad Gilpin
Planning Assistant Amanda Padilla
City Attorney Laura Mueller
IL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ill. PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
Floor open to discussion on any subject. No action may be taken by law. Citizens wishing to
speak shall do so after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may establish a time limit
as necessary.
IV. MINUTES
Discussion and Possible Action of:
A. Discuss and Consider Approval of the September 25, 2018 Regular Planning &
Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
V. BUSINESS
Discussion and Possible Action on Zoning, Conditional Use Permits, Subdivision, Site
Development, Signage, Variances, Special Exceptions, Waivers and other matters:
A. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-
0028: Final Plat on Creek Road in Dripping Springs, Texas Lots 1-4 Cypress Fork
Rach Subdivision. Applicant, Jen Paisely, P.E.
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Jason Lutz)
3. Public Hearing
4. SUB2018-0028: Cypress Fork Ranch Final Plat
B. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-0034:
Replat of Lot lB, Lot tE and IF, Block A, Resubdivision No. 3 of North Belterra
Commercial Subdivision. Applicant, Harrison M Hudson
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Chad Gilpin)
3. Public Hearing
4. SUB2018-0034 North Belterra Commercial Replat Lot 1B, IE and IF, Block A
C. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-003S:
Replat of Lot 2C, Block B, Resubdivision No. 3 of North Belterra Commercial
Subdivision. Applicant, Harrison M. Hudson
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Chad Gilpin)
3. Public Hearing
4. SUB2018-0035: North Belterra Commercial Replat Lot 2C, Block B
D. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-0036:
Replat of Lot 31, Block B, Resubdivision No. 3 of North Belterra Commercial
Subdivision. Applicant, Ha"ison M. Hudson
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Chad Gilpin)
3. Public Hearing
4. SUB2018-0036 North Belterra Commercial Rep lat Lot 3I, Block B
E. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-0040:
Preliminary Plat for the Caliterra Subdivision Located at FM 150 and Ranch Road
12 (Legal Description: ABS. 415 Phillip A. Smith Survey 22) for 190 residential lots.
Applicant, Bill E. Couch
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Chad Gilpin)
3. Public Hearing
4. SUB2018-0040: Caliterra Subdivision Preliminary Plat
F. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding SUB2018-
0041: Plat Vacation Located on Belterra Village Way in Dripping Springs, Texas,
Belterra Phase 2, Section SB, Block C, Lot 1. Applicant, Ha"ison M. Hudson
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Chad Gilpin)
3. Public Hearing
4. SUB2018-0041 Belterra Phase 2 Plat Vacation Section SB, Block C, Lot 1
G. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendations Regarding three variance
requests for 505 Old Fitzhugh Road located in the City of Dripping Springs, Texas,
Abstract 0415 Philip A Survey, 7.38 Acres, Hays County, TX. The variance requests
are: (1) an encroachment into the front and side yard building setback to allow
construction on an existing slab; (2) a 25' side yard setback for new construction;
and (3) a request for the 80 foot building separation requirement be reduced to no
less than the separation requirements found in the current building and fire codes.
Applicant, Rafael Varela
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Jason Lutz)
3. Public Hearing
4. Variance Requests
a. Request #1: An encroachment into the front and side yard building setback to
allow construction on an existing slab.
b. Request #2: A 25' side yard setback for new construction.
c. Request #3: A request for the 80 foot building separation requirement be reduced
to no less than the separation requirements found in the current building and fire
codes.
H. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommnedation Regarding a Proposed
Amended and Restated Development Agreement between the City of Dripping
Springs, Texas and TF Arrowhead LP (aka Arrowhead Ranch). Applicant, Adib
Khoury
l. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Jason Lutz)
3. Public Hearing
4. Amended and Restated Development Agreement
5. Parks Master Plan
6. WWTP Agreement
I. Public Hearing, Reconsideration, and Consideration of Recommendation regarding
DA2018-0004: Belterra Commercial Development Agreement 2nd Amendment: A
proposed Second Amendment to the Belterra Commercial Development Agreement
behveen the City of Dripping Springs and ERG Belterra, Ltd, Belterra Lot lB, Ltd,
Belterra LotlC-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot lE-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot lF, Ltd, Belterra Lot
2A, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2C, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2D, Ltd, Belterra Lot 2E, Ltd, Belterra
Lot JF-1, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3J-l, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3C, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3E-1, Ltd,
Belterra Lot 3H, Ltd, Belterra Lot 3D, Ltd, and Belterra Hospitality,
LLC; Amending the First Amendment to the Belterra Commercial Development
Agreement between the City of Dripping Springs and Crescent Beltterra TX, LLC
entered into on or around September 13, 2016; and Providing for the Following:
Allowing up to 70' in Height for Hotel Use Only on Parcels A and C; Allowing up to
65' for Multi-Family Use Only on Parcels A and C; Allowing Building Construction
Materials to be Wood, Metal, or Any Other Material as Allowed by the Current Fire
and Building Codes; a Change in Land Use to Allow for up to One (1) Automotive
Repair Facility on Parcel C; Length of Building to Exceed 200ft up to 275ft for
Parcels A and C; Allowing Accessory Structures to be Located within Building
Setbacks; Utilization of a Refuse Valet Service in Lieu of the Zoning Ordinance
Requirement for Multi-Family Buildings to be Located within 250ft of a Refuse
Facility; and Allowing up to 27 Units per Acre for Multi-Family Use. Applicant,
Daniel Campbell, Endeavor
l. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Jason Lutz)
3. Public Hearing
4. DA2018-0004: Belterra Commercial Development Agreement Amendment No. 2
a. Allow up to 70' height for Hotel site
b. Allow up to 65' height for Multi-family site
c. Allow alternate construction materials as allowed by building & fire codes
d. Allow 1 Auto Repair Facility
e. Allow the multi-family structures to be greater than 200' in length (up to 275')
f. Allow accessory structures to be located in building setback lines
g. Allow refuse valet service in lieu of requirement for multi-family structures to be
within 250' of refuse facility
h. Allow 27 units per acre in desity
J. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding a Conditional Use
Permit Application for Use of a Mobile Food Trailer as a Commercial Kitchen that
will Compliment the Use of the Historic Roberts House as a Restaurant at 310 Old
Fitzhugh Road. Applicant, Jon Thompson, J Thompson Professional Consulting, LLC
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Jason Lutz)
3. Public Hearing
4. CUP2018-0005: Allow a Mobile Food Trailer as a Commercial Kitchen
K. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding Springs Provisions
Sign Variance Request to Allow Two Projecting Signs to Have Less than 6 inches of
Space Between the Rows of Lettering for Signs to be Located at 300 A Mercer
Street, Dripping Springs, TX 78620. Applicant Jon Thompson
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Michelle Fischer)
3. Public Hearing
4. Variance to Allow Two Projecting Signs to Have Less than 6 inches of Space Between
the Rows of Lettering
L. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding Dunkin' Donuts
Sign Variance Request to Allow a Menu Board at 166 Hargraves Dr., Austin, TX
78737. Applicant Lisa Sherwood, Dunkin' Donuts
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Michelle Fischer)
3. Public Hearing
4. Variance to Allow a Menu Board
M. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding Jeff Coffman
Realty Sign Variance Request to Allow a Monument Sign to Exceed the Maximum
Height and Signable Area Allowed for a Sign to be Located at 27401 Ranch Road 12,
Dripping Springs, TX. Applicant Jon Thompson
1. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Michelle Fischer)
3. Public Hearing
4. Variance to Allow a Monument Sign to Exceed the Maximum Signable Area Allowed
5. Variance to Allow a Monument Sign to Exceed the Maximum Height Allowed
N. Public Hearing, Consideration, and Recommendation Regarding Cottages at
Belterra Village Sign Variance Request to Allow a Subdivision Entrance Sign to be
Located in the Right-of Way at the intersection ofBelterra Village Way and Bright
Valley Way, Lot 1, Block B, The Cottages at Belterra Village Phase Il. Applicant
Austin Evetts
l. Presentation
2. Staff Report (Michelle Fischer)
3. Public Hearing
4. Variance to Allow a Subdivision Entrance Sign to be Located in the Right-of-Way
0. Discuss An Ordinance Replacing Chapter 26 of tbe Dripping Springs Code of
Ordinances; Amending Allowed Signs, Policies, and Procedures for Signs in the City
Limits and Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.
I. Staff Report (Laura Mueller)
2. Public Hearing
3. Discussion (no action to be taken)
P. Discussion, and Consideration of Approval regarding the 2019 Planning & Zoning
Commission Meeting Calendar to include rescheduling of certain meetings falling on
City Holidays
1. Staff Report (Jason Lutz)
2. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
VI. REPORTS OF AGENCIES, COMMISSIONS, AND STAFF (n o action to be taken)
A. Planning & Development Department Monthly Report - Jason Lutz
VII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Dripping Springs has the right to
adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any
matter as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with
Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts
and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about
Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic Development). The Planning and
Zoning Commission for the City of Dripping Springs may act on any item listed in
Executive Session in Open Session or move any itemfi"om Executive Session to Open Session
for action.
VIII.ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. November 13, 2018 - Regular City Council Meeting, 5:30 PM Workshop/6:30 PM
Meeting
B. November 20, 2018 - Regular City Council Meeting, 6:00 PM
C. November 27, 2018 - R egular Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting, 6:30 PM
IX. ADJOURN
All agenda items listed above are eligible for discussion and action unless otherwise specifically noted. Notice is
posted in accordance with Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes, Annotated. I certify that the above
notice ofmeeting lvas posted at City ofDripping Springs City Hall and website, www.cityofdrippingsprings.com on
the 19th day ofOctober 2018, at 3:45 p.m ..
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