To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Kalvin Eddleman, Planner I
Subject:
Title
Consider a request for a special exception to the City of Keller Unified Development Code, Article 9, Development Standards, Section 9.05 - Sign Regulations for two attached wall signs for Creekside Pet Care Center, a Veterinarian Clinic in an existing 16,346 square-foot building, located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Davis Boulevard and Bear Creek Parkway, legally described as Lot 1R, Block A of the Hance Creekside Addition, zoned Commercial (C), and addressed as 8830 Davis Boulevard. James Nevonen, Applicant. Hance Properties LLC, Owner. (UDC-2503-0001)
Background:
Creekside Pet Care Center is a 24/7 emergency pet care facility located at 8830 Davis Boulevard. The building currently has attached signs on both the western and northern elevations.
The UDC sign code states that one attached sign per building elevation or lease space elevation visible from a public street or with a public entrance is permitted. Attached wall signs must be located a minimum of 1 foot from the edge of the lease space elevation.
The Applicant is requesting a special exception to allow two additional signs on the corners of the western elevation of the lease space.
Sign Size and Material:
The Applicant proposes two identical signs on the corners of the northwestern and southwestern corners of the front elevation facing Davis Boulevard. The signs will be red and white illuminated channel letter cabinet signs. Each sign is a total of 24 square feet.
Land Use:
North: Retail/Commercial (RTC)
East: High-Density Single Family (HD-SF)
South: Retail/Commercial (RTC)
West: Retail/Commercial (RTC)
The subject property is zoned Commercial (C), and designated Retail/Commercial (RTC) on the city’s Future Land Use Plan (FLUP).
Special Exceptions Requested:
1. The Applicant is requesting a special exception to UDC Section 9.05 (D.6) Table 2 - Attached Signs Wall Signs to allow for two attached signs on the western elevation of the building.
2. The Applicant is requesting a special exception to UDC Section 9.05 (D.6) Table 2 - Attached Signs Wall Signs to allow for the proposed signs to be located less than 1 foot from the edge of the lease space elevation.
Summary:
Section 9.05 (B)(4)(a) of the UDC, lists criteria for approval of a special exception.
1. Whether the requested exception will not adversely affect public safety,
2. Whether the requested exception will not adversely affect surrounding properties,
3. Whether the requested exception will be in harmony with the spirit and purpose of this sign code,
4. Whether special conditions exist which are unique to the applicant or property,
5. Whether the requested exception demonstrates increased quality and standards, and
6. Whether the requested exception will be aesthetically appropriate in the area.
Citizen Input:
A UDC special exception does not require a public hearing. The public will have an opportunity to speak on this agenda item at the “Persons to Be Heard.”
Alternatives:
The Planning and Zoning Commission has the following options when considering a UDC special exception request:
• Recommend approval as submitted (with requested special exception).
• Recommend approval with modified or additional condition(s).
• Table the agenda item to a specific date with clarification of intent and purpose.
• Recommend denial.
City Council Action:
If the Planning and Zoning Commission takes action and makes a recommendation on this agenda item, then this UDC special exception application will be scheduled for City Council action on May 6, 2025.
Supporting Documents:
• Aerial and Zoning Maps
• Staff Attachment - Applicant Packet