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CALL TO ORDER
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CONSIDERATION OF
MINUTES OF
AUGUST 18, 1994
1. BA 94-24
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE
CITY OF NORTH RICH LAND HillS, TEXAS
September 15, 1994 - 7:30 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Tom Duer at 7:35 p.m.
PRESENT
Chairman
Members
Dr. Tom Duer
Billy Cypert
Bill Schopper
Robert Skinner
Clayton Husband
Steve Pence
Gregory Arrington
Jim Grant
Perry Christensen
Planner
Building Official
Plans Examiner
ABSENT
Mr. Skinner made the motion to approve the minutes as presented. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Cypert. The motion carried 4-0.
Chairman Duer stated that the State law requires four affirmative votes for a variance request
to pass, regardless of the number of members in attendance. He stated the Board consists of
5 voting members and 2 alternate members.
Request of Tipton Housewright for a variance from the Zoning Ordinance No. 1874 on a
portion of Block 18, Clearview Addition, to vary from the parking requirements. This
property is located at 5150 Davis Boulevard.
Chairman Duer opened the Public Hearing and called for those wishing to speak to come
forward at this time.
Mr. Tipton Housewright, Wills Point, came forward to speak. He stated the store is out of
storage space, and he would like to add about 1,400 square feet to the rear of the store. He
stated the manager of the store does not believe additional parking will be required. He
stated the manager does not anticipate an increase in business or adding employees. Mr.
Housewright stated extra storage space would reduce the number of deliveries to this store.
Chairman Duer asked if there has been any written correspondence regarding this request.
Mr. Husband stated no.
Mr. Skinner asked if the addition has been designed.
Mr. Housewright stated no, but upon approval of the variance they will submit for the
req u i red perm its. He stated they bought the bu i Id i ng in 1986.
Chairman Duer asked if the showroom floor was going to increase in size.
Mr. Housewright stated no.
Chairman Duer asked how much of the parking lot is used during the most busy times at the
store.
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Mr. Housewright stated he is not sure, but the times he is at the store the parking area is
never full. He stated the busiest time is probably early in the morning since Glidden caters
toward professional painters and contractors.
Mr. Skinner asked how many employees are at the store.
Mr. Housewright stated there are probably six, three in the showroom and three in the
stockroom.
Mr. Husband explained the parking regulations and space requirements from the Zoning
Ordinance.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairman Duer closed the Public Hearing.
Mr. Schopper stated additional parking spaces may confuse the issue.
Mr. Skinner stated there are three entrances on the Clark Street side of the building.
Mr. Cypert stated they may be better leaving the lot like it is, and if the owner needs
additional spaces he can add them later.
Mr. Pence stated parking is allowed next to a building provided no required exits are
blocked.
Mr. Husband stated staff was unaware that the building was metal, and the Board might
consider allowing the addition to match the existing building since the building is on a high-
profi Ie street.
Mr. Cypert made the motion to approve BA 94-24 subject to allowing the addition to the
building to match the existing building. The motion was seconded by Mr. Schopper. The
motion carried 4-0.
Mr. Skinner asked about the status of the storage building variance that was denied on Grove
Street.
Mr. Husband stated Mr. Voyles applied for a permit to brick the structure. He stated no
work has been done at this time, but the file will come up every thirty days to see if work has
been done. He stated at the end of a year, the permit will expire, and staff could refer the
matter back to the Board.
Chairman Duer asked what type of action they could take.
Mr. Husband stated the Board could set a time limit for which the building would have to be
completed or removed.
Mr. Skinner stated if no work has been done in a year, this matter needs to be brought back
to the Board for further action.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
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Dr. Tom Duer, Chairman