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City planner Enrique described the pavilion as a modest outdoor seating structure with multiple food kiosks and communal seating designed to complement the brewery and an emerging pickleball facility on the site. Staff said the addition advances the Stonegate district goals in the comprehensive plan by creating a local gathering place and by encouraging placemaking and compatible mixed uses.

Staff noted the proposal meets the city’s outdoor-seating requirements and includes appropriate walkway spacing, fencing and compliance commitments for the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission where applicable. Enrique said the addition will affect a drainage swale but the applicant has agreed to reroute stormwater to avoid impacts; final engineering will be reviewed as part of the building and public-works permitting process.

Mark Cohen of CenterPointe Commercial Properties, the applicant, said the pavilion is intended to create a “food-alley” atmosphere that will feed Turning Point customers and attract more pedestrian activity to the shopping center. Cohen described the concept as an incubator-style environment for local food operators and said it is part of a broader plan to revitalize the center and attract complementary tenants.

Commissioners praised the proposal as an early implementation of the Stonegate district plan. Commissioner Roger Galenstine said the project “completely matches up to the new master plan and those concepts.” After brief discussion of operational details and drainage mitigation, the commission approved the SUP and will forward the recommendation to City Council.

Staff reminded the commission that building permits, detailed engineering and any required TABC coordination for alcohol service will be addressed during subsequent permitting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Bedford - Planning & Zoning Commission","oneSentenceSummary","The commission unanimously recommended approval of a specific-use permit to add an outdoor pavilion with food kiosks and seating at 1313 Brown Trail, aligning with the Stonegate district concept in the city comprehensive plan; staff said drainage and TABC compliance will be handled during permitting.","taxTitle","Bedford, Tarrant County, Texas","taxId",50915,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6504592,"Commission approves 40-space vehicle-storage lot after drainage and screening review",993,3486000,4479000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5587765-468e5c3dbe2c6839df81ef8a8048e145&start=3486&end=4479","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5587765-468e5c3dbe2c6839df81ef8a8048e145/thumbnail_3486000.jpg","/articles/6504592/Bedford/Tarrant-County/Texas/Commission-approves-40-space-vehicle-storage-lot-after-drainage-and-screening-review","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6504592-ed05fc64953733f70fd3defdd8f5b860/orig.mp4?Expires=1770422129&Signature=KQg3cH8xWfVd2qTa3m6AlTjaeV93B~SaL2Bx62Kb1QZfYxqfROInxTpjO7JcoztbkNoHOR31OFYNwBqD~8rLXHjpqglAtOMCIbopcWEUv9glYjuCctgOAFWqqynvATwZ2RdkN34j2f5tniaZmc1Leb1fSD9OpDBngnFDJWdiI07FXoOGlp9rWNKZAvBsh79qo8s1clFroC6RH6zvuZleKi7Djvz9FrznZxC219u7TxNA6stup1zgyFD~VQlEHizt5qG~s8iBUFa6Npd~V6vYZa~96Oo1rqxJUl0KgZE7slk~odO8y7FCvDNNWeBDWueAop8Mxp8xnGLQVkMBf4FRjQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission on Aug. 14 voted to recommend City Council approve a specific-use permit (SUP25-5) to construct a 40-space vehicle parking lot on two vacant lots at 2721 and 2725 Renee Drive, with engineering conditions to address drainage.

City planner Enrique summarized the proposal: the 0.49-acre site would be developed with 40 parking spaces to provide off-street storage and screen vehicles associated with an adjacent automotive repair business that fronts Harwood Road. Access would be provided through an existing driveway at 2801 Renee Drive; the applicant proposes a 6-foot privacy fence, interior landscaping and a detention pond on the south portion of the site.

Enrique said engineering reviewed the plan and flagged an outfall concern because the proposed detention/discharge currently would drain to an unimproved section of Renee Drive; engineering review and a public-works permit will be required to resolve drainage before a building permit is issued.

Staff recommended that a masonry screen wall requirement be waived because the residential lot to the south is undeveloped and there is roughly a 30-foot separation (including the detention area) plus a 20-foot landscape buffer. The commission discussed long-term maintenance of fencing and drainage; staff said commercial property maintenance remains the owner's responsibility and code enforcement can require repairs if needed.

Jared Strobel of HC Engineering, speaking for the applicant, said the lot’s purpose is to move stored vehicles out of public view and provide secure storage behind a fence.

A motion to approve SUP25-5 as presented carried; the commission recorded one abstention and the remainder voted in favor. Commissioners and staff noted that any construction will require subsequent engineering permits and that access easements must be recorded before issuance of a civil permit.","The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a specific-use permit for a 40-space vehicle parking lot on Renee Drive, noting engineering conditions on stormwater outfall and accepting a waiver of a masonry screen wall because of a 30-foot separation and proposed landscaping.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6504597,"Commission backs indoor-amusement permit for gift shop with five coin machines",1307,2144000,3451000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5587765-468e5c3dbe2c6839df81ef8a8048e145&start=2144&end=3451","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5587765-468e5c3dbe2c6839df81ef8a8048e145/thumbnail_2144000.jpg","/articles/6504597/Bedford/Tarrant-County/Texas/Commission-backs-indoor-amusement-permit-for-gift-shop-with-five-coin-machines","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6504597-ff7c1758bcf33ec098d96e8b5363f1d4/orig.mp4?Expires=1770422129&Signature=bxjmbKzC9tY7eaIC34YfuzL4czk4sirmK8zolOIeUPnj2iMh~pVYwj6-z~kNgwNHesYCYd6Lsf8sGIrzsdvJf61a2pcP4HsQGDEtrcLzzGsSe3aqVwvy4vXBNxiRsKOAVICYrOK3U1R~qDkwzBdEEmdr0~0LodBmUZopHGyVaR4gGmvo~7Fh820eK-Qc3Eefh0-PnJXbO7HWjBcAI6P4QMayJaDaM6ng3YxbaCBeuvC~pn0RgVse32OUmrX~FNDCpc3kU6sXoThHAdNfZAihGJY1DOnU9t2kHmw7E-PTr259WywwPugn~~GK0J42VLCkw9wJLoZ2Y~aUo4IbPa7p7w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission on Aug. 14 recommended that City Council approve a specific-use permit (SUP25-8) to allow five coin-operated machines at Paris Gifts, a retail gift shop proposed for 3225 Harwood Road, Suite F.

City planner Enrique explained the proposed use: the suite currently has a certificate of occupancy for retail and would add five coin-operated machines, which triggers the city’s definition of an indoor amusement center. The application listed one on-site employee and proposed daily hours of 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Shauna, representing Paris Gifts and owner George Garcia, told the commission the machines are intended to provide a brief activity for shoppers’ companions and would be monitored; she said the owner already has a state permit for the machines and would enforce the state’s age requirement. “He has been issued the state permit as well as these stickers for each machine,” she said.

Commissioners asked staff about parking calculations. Enrique said the site plan shows 39 parking spaces; the retail requirement would be 33 spaces, and the proposed mix of retail with the accessory amusement machines is being treated as an accessory use. He noted that if the location were treated purely as an indoor-amusement use, the parking ratio would change and could require more spaces.

Several commissioners expressed concern about hours and the proximity of LD Bell High School. One commissioner suggested limiting closing times to 9 p.m. to match other businesses; others noted that later hours can serve residents who finish shifts later and that time-limited conditions are enforceable. Commissioners also discussed the risk of teenagers from the nearby school attempting to use the machines; the applicant said IDs would be required for machine use.

After discussion, the commission moved and seconded approval of SUP25-8 as presented. The motion passed and the item will be forwarded to City Council for final approval.

Enrique noted that, independent of zoning approval, registration of coin-operated machines and submission of state licensing information are administrative steps required through the city secretary’s office under Chapter 14 of the city code.","The commission voted to recommend approval to City Council of an SUP allowing five coin-operated machines at Paris Gifts (3225 Harwood Road), triggering indoor-amusement regulations and registration with the city; commissioners discussed parking and late closing hours before approving.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6504603,"Bedford commission approves driving-school permit with on-site driving banned",1955,139000,2094000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5587765-468e5c3dbe2c6839df81ef8a8048e145&start=139&end=2094","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5587765-468e5c3dbe2c6839df81ef8a8048e145/thumbnail_139000.jpg","/articles/6504603/Bedford/Tarrant-County/Texas/Bedford-commission-approves-driving-school-permit-with-on-site-driving-banned","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6504603-87cac4620a4a618f8a8095077d01e7a7/orig.mp4?Expires=1770422129&Signature=VIpPag0tWHfIqizcxihgqIfD~US2qYNg2yu8slYB7uXejBPE1p4bClfK5xDSgp5HY8bLyco0FBG2xBKBUqJ7p7WJWE4pYCXRsLrXLkk5hJ0DUwvtZxMOAL6Y6KjiP5nAc50PiNNzmYw~5yh-jLR9XotxA80uVmxP8pjDns6bxH1oC~n0OX3UlwTWR7zTFC1xN3wspfWft8qysY6nk97r1XoniDUQ31jYv2lWN2WyXE4AJZH5LEWHbu5DpPIzGQLmNGc--5zf9Q9eH0v3K2UXrZnXyxLyuXUXc--G0qCB5wvTpeLRtNvnNgv0zZEpirAykl8JuLTxIacZnB1hgH-vBg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Bedford Planning and Zoning Commission on Aug. 14 recommended that the City Council approve a specific-use permit for a driving school at 2901 Martin Drive, Suite D, with a condition barring on-site driving instruction and testing.

The permit, filed as SUP25-10 for a driving school proposed in a 1,180-square-foot suite at Harwood Oaks Shopping Center, was approved with the condition that the location be used only for classroom instruction and indoor testing. The motion passed unanimously.

City planner Enrique (staff) told commissioners the applicant proposed two employees, classroom hours Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and a small parallel-parking area on the southern portion of the lot. He said the proposed use is typical for the strip center and that no exterior building changes were planned.

Applicant MD Rahman said his business model relies primarily on classroom instruction and on-road training. “My name is MD Rahman,” he told the commission; he said he operates a second school in Irving and that much of the behind-the-wheel instruction would be conducted off-site in quieter areas. He said the on-site parallel parking would be used largely for brief, state-required test maneuvers.

Commissioners raised safety concerns about the proposed parallel-parking area between two entrances on Harwood Road and about overlapping school pick-up and drop-off times at the nearby Meadow Creek Elementary School. Commissioner Tom Jacobson pressed the applicant on whether classes and driving could be scheduled to avoid school traffic; the applicant said he would schedule road tests during lower-traffic windows and that instructors maintain dual controls in training vehicles.

Several commissioners noted enforcement challenges if the commission allowed on-site training in the tight lot. Chair Bruce Emery said the commission could approve the SUP with a stipulation that no driving training or testing be performed on the property; commissioners discussed that classroom use and indoor testing could continue.

A motion to approve SUP25-10 limited the site to classroom instruction and indoor testing; the motion carried with all commissioners voting in favor. The commission recorded no votes against or abstentions and will forward the recommendation to the City Council for final action.

The commission’s approval leaves operational details to city administrative processes and to any state testing rules; staff noted that off-site driving practice and testing locations must meet state requirements and that scheduling will be used to reduce overlap with school traffic.","The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a specific-use permit for a driving school at 2901 Martin Drive but limited the site to classroom instruction and indoor testing; behind-the-wheel training and on-site parallel-parking testing were required to occur off-site.","actionData","errors"]

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