HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-7361 Staff AnalysisFebruary 24, 2003
ITEM NO.: 7
File No.:
Owner:
Address:
Description:
Zoned:
Z-7361
Robert J. Belk
8816 Ranch Blvd.
Lot 260, Cypress Point Addition
R-2
Variance Requested: A variance is requested from the area
provisions of Section 36-254 to allow a new
single family residence with a reduced rear
yard setback.
Justification:
Present Use of Property:
Proposed Use of Property:
STAFF REPORT
A. Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
B. Staff Anal sis:
The applicant's justification is presented in
an attached letter.
Undeveloped lot
Single family residential
The R-2 zoned lot at 8816 Ranch Blvd. is currently undeveloped. The
property owner proposes to construct a new two-story single family
residence on the site. The proposed residence meets all of the minimum
required building setbacks, with the exception of the northeast corner of
the structure which is located approximately 10 feet from the rear property
line. Section 36-254(d)(3) of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires a
minimum rear yard setback of 25 feet. Therefore, the property owner is
requesting a variance from this ordinance standard. The property owner
cites the lot's configuration, including a 30 foot front building line, as the
primary reason for needing the variance.
February 24, 2003
Item No.: 7
Staff is supportive of the variance request. Staff feels that the requested
variance is very minor in nature, as only approximately 200 square feet of
the proposed residence's footprint encroaches into the required rear yard.
Additionally, the property to the north is occupied by a small lake
(floodplain and floodway) and a railroad right-of-way. It is unlikely that this
property will ever be developed. The proposed rear yard setback variance
should have no adverse impact on the adjacent property or general area.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested rear yard setback variance,
subject to compliance with the proposed site plan.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT: (FEBRUARY 24, 2003)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented
the item and a recommendation of approval.
The applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as recommended by
staff by a vote of 4 ayes, 0 nays and 1 absent.
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