Title
Conduct a Public Hearing to Consider/Discuss/Act on the Request by Northstar Builders, on Behalf of the City of McKinney, for Approval of a Site Plan for an Indoor Athletic Facility (Plano Sports Authority), Being Fewer than 11 Acres, Located on the South Side of Eldorado Parkway and Approximately 920 Feet East of Alma Road
Summary
MEETING DATE: January 21, 2014
DEPARTMENT: Planning
CONTACT: Michael Quint, Director of Planning
Brandon Opiela, Planning Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
* Staff recommends approval of the proposed site plan with the following conditions:
1. The applicant satisfy the conditions as shown on the Standard Conditions for Site Plan Approval Checklist, attached.
2. The applicant receive approval of an evergreen living screen to screen the view of the proposed bay doors from Eldorado Parkway and Alma Road.
ITEM SUMMARY:
* The applicant is requesting approval of site plan for an approximately 106,000 square foot indoor athletic facility, Plano Sports Authority (PSA), on a portion of the City of McKinney's Gabe Nesbitt Community Park. The project is planned to be constructed in two phases. Phase 1, approximately 85,000 square feet, will feature 8 multi-sport courts, a soccer field, concourse area, office and meeting rooms, and a concession/dining area. Phase 2, approximately 20,000 square feet, will add 4 additional playing courts. The applicant has also requested approval of an evergreen living screen to screen the view of the bay doors on the west side of the building from Eldorado Parkway and Alma Road.
* The applicant has submitted a meritorious exception (14-001ME), which is being considered concurrently by the City Council.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* Please see attached City Council Staff Report
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
* N/A
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
* Because the proposed facility will be constructed on City of McKinney property ...
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