HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-7640 Staff AnalysisMAY 26, 2004
ITEM NO.: 8
File No.: Z-7640
Owner: Washam Construction Co.
Address: 3105 Mossy Creek Drive
Description: Lot 26, Block 7, Woodland's Edge Addition
Zoned: R-2
Variance Requested: A variance is requested from the area provisions of
Section 36-156 to allow a garage with a reduced front setback.
Justification: The applicant's justification is presented in an attached letter.
Present Use of Property: Vacant
Proposed Use of Property: Single-family residential
STAFF REPORT
A. Public Works Issues:
No Comments
B. Staff Analysis:
The R-2 zoned lot at 3105 Mossy Creek Drive is currently undeveloped.
The lot is mostly grass covered, with few mature trees. There is a 25
foot platted building line along the front property line.
The applicant proposes to construct a new two-story single family
residence on the lot. The applicant also proposes to construct a one-
story detached garage between the proposed house and the front
(north) property line. The proposed detached garage will be located
behind the platted building line and approximately 27 feet from the front
property line. A covered (unenclosed) breezeway will connect the
garage to the home. The proposed garage will be a side -loading
structure, and will have the same architectural design as the principal
structure.
Section 36-156(a)(2)c. of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires a
minimum front setback of 60 feet for accessory structures. Therefore,
the applicant is requesting a variance from this ordinance requirement.
MAY 26, 2004
ITEM NO.: 8 (Cont.
Staff supports the requested variance. Staff views the variance request
as relatively minor. If the garage were attached to the main structure by
way of heated and cooled space, no variances would be needed. Staff
feels that the covered breezeway will add to the appearance of the
structures being attached. Additionally, the curve of Mossy Creek Drive
at this location will lessen any visual impact the garage structure might
have on adjacent properties. The applicant has submitted a letter from
Rocket Properties, the Subdivision's architectural control, approving the
proposed detached garage construction. Staff feels that the proposed
detached garage structure will have no adverse impact on the adjacent
properties on the general area.
C. Staff Recommendations:
Staff recommends approval of the requested setback variance, as filed.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
(MAY 26, 2004)
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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