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1. Call to Order / Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
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Prosper Planning & Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting
Prosper Town Hall
Council Chambers
250 W. First Street, Prosper, Texas
Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 6:00 p.m.
Commissioners Present: Chair Brandon Daniel, Vice Chair Damon Jackson, Secretary Josh
Carson, Sekou Harris, John Hamilton, Matthew Furay, and Glen Blanscet.
Staff Members Present: David Hoover, AICP (Director of Development Services), Suzanne
Porter, AICP (Planning Manager), Dakari Hill (Senior Planner), Jerron Hicks (Planner), and Trey
Ramon (Planning Technician)
2. Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Election of Officers
Commissioner Hamilton made a motion to nominate Chair Brandon Daniel as Chair. The motion
was seconded by Commissioner Jackson. The motion was carried unanimously by a vote of 7-0.
Commissioner Hamilton made a motion to nominate Commissioner Damon Jackson as Vice
Chair. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Sekou Harris. The motion was carried
unanimously by a vote of 7-0.
Commissioner Hamilton made a motion to nominate Commissioner Josh Carson as Secretary.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Sekou Harris. The motion was carried unanimously
by a vote of 7-0.
CONSENT AGENDA
4a. Consider and act upon the minutes from the October 15, 2024, Planning & Zoning
Commission regular meeting.
4b. Consider and act upon a request for a Site Plan for Office Warehouses on Prosper
Business Park, Block B, Lots 9-11, on 5.7± acres, located on the northeast corner
of Mike Howard Lane and Safety Way. (DEVAPP-23-0138)
4c. Consider and act upon a request for a Final Plat of Prosper Business Park, Block
B, Lots 9-11, on 5.7± acres, located on the northeast corner of Mike Howard Lane
and Safety Way. (DEVAPP-23-0141)
4d. Consider and act upon a request for a Site Plan for an Amenity Center on Windsong
Ranch Phase 6E Addition, Block X, Lot 3, on 1.9± acres, located on the northwest
corner of Bridges Drive and Verdin Street. (DEVAPP-24-0018)
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4e. Consider and act upon a request for a revised Site Plan of the Silo Park Addition,
Block A, Lots 3111 and 3R2, located on the northeast corner of McKinley Street and
Broadway Street. (DEVAPP-24-0104)
4f. Consider and act upon a request for a Replat of Silo Park Addition, Block A, Lots
3R1 and 3R2, located on the northeast corner of McKinley Street and Broadway
Street. (DEVAPP-24-0078)
4g. Consider and act upon a request for a Site Plan for a Middle School on Prosper
Middle School No. 7 Addition, Block A, Lot 1, on 36.9± acres, located on the west
side of Legacy Drive and 1,555± feet north of Prosper Trail. (DEVAPP-24-0102)
4h. Consider and act upon a request for a Final Plat of Prosper Middle School No. 7
Addition, Block A, Lot 1, on 36.9± acres, located on the west side of Legacy Drive
and 1,555± feet north of Prosper Trail. (DEVAPP-24-0100)
4i. Consider and act upon a request for a Site Plan of a Town Park in Windsong Ranch,
Phase 7B, Block E, Lot 12, on 7.7± acres, located on the northwest corner of
Sandhills Lane and Good Hope Road. (DEVAPP-24-0105)
Commissioner Blanscet made a request to pull Items 4b, 4c, 4d, 4g, and 4h from the Consent
Agenda for further review.
Commissioner Hamilton made a motion to approve Items 4a, 4e, 4f, and 4i. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Carson. The motion was carried unanimously by a vote of 7-0.
For Item 4b, Mr. Hill informed the Commissioners that an amendment will be presented at a later
date to allow a setback reduction.
Commissioner Blanscet asked if the buildings north of the property have the same setback that
is being requested. Mr. Hill responded that the buildings do not have the same setback and that
the reason for this request is so the to provide screening from Atmos to the east when driving on
Mike Howard Lane.
Commissioner Harris asked why this plan is being approved before the amendment rather than
together. Mr. Hill stated that this will be the last phase of the development and that the building
permit will be held until the amendment is approved. Mr. Hoover provided further explanation for
the timeline and details about the project.
Commissioner Blanscet made a motion to approve Items 4b and 4c. The motion was seconded
by Commissioner Jackson. The motion was carried unanimously by a vote of 7-0.
For Item 4d, Commissioners expressed concerns and asked questions regarding the parking for
the development and the differences to the parking arrangement along Bridges Drive in
comparison with Toliver Drive and Verdin Street.
Staff explained that the parking on Bridges Drive is different from Toliver Drive and Verdin Street
due to it being a wider road. The parking has been approved by Engineering and Fire Staff. There
is currently no set parking ratio for this use, but staff wanted as much parking as possible. Parking
is permitted along public streets.
Commissioner Blanscet made a motion to approve Item 4d. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Furay. The motion was carried unanimously by a vote of 7-0.
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For Item 4g, Commissioners and Staff discussed the type of screening placed between schools
and residential development. Staff explained that typically, a living screen is applied between a
public school and a residential development.
Commissioner Jackson made a motion to approve Item 4g and 4h. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Furay. The motion was carried unanimously by a vote of 7-0.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
No comments were made
REGULAR AGENDA
5. Conduct a Public Hearing and consider and act upon a request to rezone 20.1±
acres on Collin County School Land Survey 12, Abstract 147, Tracts 8 & 10 from
Agricultural and Commercial Corridor to Planned Development —Commercial
Corridor, located on the northwest corner of Dallas Parkway and First Street.
(ZONE-24-0007)
Mr. Hill explained that this item was tabled at the previous Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
and Town Staff is requesting Item 5 to be tabled indefinitely to allow additional time for the
applicant to finalize their request.
Chair Daniel removed the item from the table and closed the public hearing for Agenda Item 5.
Commissioner Hamilton made a motion to table item 5 indefinitely. Commissioner Harris
seconded the motion. The motion was carried unanimously by a vote of 7-0.
6. Conduct a Public Hearing and consider and act upon a request to rezone 120.5±
acres on Collin County School Land Survey 12, Abstract 147, Tract 45 from Planned
2 Page 3 of 3 Development-44 (Single Family & Retail) to a Planned Development
with Single Family and Retail uses, located on the southeast corner of Legacy Drive
and Frontier Parkway. (ZONE-24-0013)
Mr. Hill presented the case, detailing the additions and revisions being made from the existing
Planned Development-44 to create a new Planned Development.
Chair Daniel removed the item from the table.
Commissioner Jackson asked questions and clarifications regarding lot sizes and whether the
lots would be considered high density. Mr. Hill explained that while the lot sizes are smaller those
identified for Medium Density areas per the Comprehensive Plan, the total density is within the
recommend allowance for Medium Density.
Commissioner Blanscet asked if there would be any residential or commercial changes with the
architectural standards from Planned Development-44. Mr. Hill as well as Mr. Hoover explained
that the current architectural standards in Planned Development-44 cannot be enforced. These
standards cannot be enforced until the new Planned Development is created.
Chair Daniel opened the public hearing.
Clint Richardson presented the proposed development on behalf of the applicant. Items that were
discussed between the applicant and Commissioners included the allocation of certain lots to
have porches, lot sizes, density and home sizes.
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Chair Daniel closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Hamilton stated he was in favor of the proposal and proposed changes.
Commissioner Harris expressed that minimum requirements are important to maintain; however
he is in support of moving forward. He expressed concerns about the commercial component.
Commissioner Carson stated he is not in favor of the residential component that is being
proposed. He expressed support for the commercial component.
Commissioner Jackson stated he echoes the sentiments of Commissioner Harris and
Commissioner Carson and is not in favor of larger homes with less space and is not in favor of
the proposal.
Commissioner Blanscet stated he was in favor of the proposal and proposed changes.
Commissioner Furay stated he was not against the proposal but asked Town Staff if this proposal
needs to be tabled so the changes can be made by the developer and presented to the
Commission at a later time. Mr. Hill informed Commissioner Furay that the changes can be made
through the motion.
Chair Daniel stated he was in favor of the changes that have been presented.
Commissioner Blanscet made a motion to approve Item 6 subject to the following changes:
• Type C lots will be added at a minimum of 12,000 square feet and minimum number of 40
lots.
The maximum number of Type A lots will be 150.
• The maximum lot coverage will be modified from 45% to 50%.
• The description of the wall being built between the commercial and residential
developments will be placed by the first development to be built.
• The minimum number of Type B lots will be removed.
Commissioner Hamilton seconded the motion. The motion was carried by a vote of 4-3 with
Commissioner Harris, Commissioner Carson, and Commissioner Jackson in opposition.
7. Conduct a Public Hearing and consider and act upon a request to rezone 5.7± acres
on George Horn Survey, Abstract 412, Tract 2 from Agricultural to Planned
Development —Retail, located on the west side of Custer Road and 470± feet south
of Frontier Drive. (ZONE-24-0017)
Mr. Hill presented the item and informed the Commissioners that two letters of opposition were
received.
The Commissioners and Staff discussed the types of retail allowed on the north side of the
development, the type of screening required adjacent to the surrounding residential uses, and the
objection submitted by Rhea's Mill Baptist Church.
Chair Daniel opened the public hearing.
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Mr. Oelfke, the applicant, presented the proposal and answered questions from the Commission.
He indicated that the use is a private school for four- and five -year -olds that would be open during
the week only. There would be 64 students and 10 staff members. Mr. Oelfke explained that
there will be no all -parent events. Pick-up and drop-off was discussed, and it would take 15-20
minutes. The hours of operation will be between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. with pick up and drop
off times before and after these times. It would not conflict with the day care drop off and pick up
times with the day care at the church to the south. Mr. Oelfke explained they will abide by the
Town's requirements regarding animals on the property.
There was discussion regarding the type of screening between this property and adjacent
properties. Staff recommended a living screen on the property proposed to be developed for the
school. There are a considerable number of existing trees on the site. It was discussed whether
a solid living screen is needed. Mr. Hoover explained that the living screen will not be a
requirement if the Commissioners modified the requirement.
Chair Daniel closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Harris made a motion to approve Item 7. Commissioner Furay seconded the
motion. The motion was carried by a vote of 6-1 with Commissioner Hamilton in opposition of the
living screen and not the development.
Chair Daniel requested that Staff review the screening requirements more so that they can be
addressed at the Town Council meeting.
8. Review actions taken by the Town Council and possibly direct Town Staff to
schedule topic(s) for discussion at a future meeting.
Mr. Hill informed the Commissioners of past Town Council actions and upcoming cases for
Planning & Zoning Commission consideration. Commissioners and Staff discussed procedures
for the work sessions and regular meetings.
Commissioner Carson stated he will not be present at the November 19, 2024, meeting.
Commissioner Hamilton requested that a dialogue be made about living screens as well as
parking for pickleball courts.
Commissioner Harris made a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by
commissioner Jackson. The motion was carried unanimously by a vote of 7-0.
Adjourn.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:33 p.m.
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Trey Ramon, Planning Technician
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