To: Mark Hafner, City Manager
From: Amber Washington, Planner I
Subject:
Title
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider an ordinance approving a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to sell used goods and merchandise at County Line Records in an existing 1,211 square-foot structure on .17 acres located on the west side of South Elm Street, at the intersection of South Elm Street and Hill Street, legally described as Lot 13R2, Block 10 of Keller City Addition, zoned Old Town Keller and addressed 148 S. Elm St. Francis Moser, Owner, Rodney Holder, Applicant. (SUP-23-0019).
Background:
The Applicant is relocating his family-owned business, County Line Records, from Decatur to Keller with plans to establish the area’s only “nostalgic and vintage” record store in the Old Town Keller zoning district.
While the sale of used goods and merchandise requires approval of a Specific Use Permit, the Applicant also intends to sell new items. Customers will be able to find CDs, 8-track tapes, cassettes, and vinyl records from different musical eras.
The business also offers record players, speakers, headphones, vinyl accessories, musical memorabilia, and vintage T-shirts.
Site Design:
The most recent tenant of 148 S. Elm was retail store “Pickled Pink Boutique.” The existing building will not need to be structurally remodeled or expanded for the business. To contribute to the walkable, family-friendly atmosphere in OTK, the Applicant plans to add a couple of picnic tables and lawn games outside for shoppers to enjoy.
Parking:
Parking in Old Town Keller is shared. There are seven spaces on the north side of the lot along Hill Street.
As part of the upcoming improvements to Elm Street, 53 shared parking spaces will be available for public use.
Employees:
There are three employees including the Applicant.
Hours of Operation:
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday; Closed on Sundays.
The Applicant will also host themed “Vinyl Nites” during normal business hours.
Summary:
Section 8.02 (F)(2) of the UDC states that when considering a SUP request, the City Council shall consider the following factors:
1) The use is harmonious and compatible with surrounding existing uses or proposed uses;
2) The activities requested by the applicant are normally associated with the permitted uses in the base district;
3) The nature of the use is reasonable and appropriate in the immediate area;
4) Any negative impact on the surrounding area has been mitigated; and
5) That any additional conditions specified ensure that the intent of the district purposes are being upheld.
Citizen Input:
On June 1, 2023, the City mailed out 30 letters of notification for this Public Hearing to all property owners within three-hundred feet (300’) of the subject site. A public hearing notice sign was posted on the site.
As part of his submittal, the Applicant supplied a list of 67 area residents and business owners in support of the SUP.
Staff has received a support of the business from a former Keller resident, as well as a letter of support from the property owner.
Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At the June 13, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, Commissioners unanimously recommended approval of the SUP as presented.
Alternatives:
The City Council has the following options when considering a Specific Use Permit:
§ Approve as submitted.
§ Approve with modified or additional condition(s).
§ Table the agenda item to a specific date with clarification of intent and purpose.
§ Deny.