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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZBA 1993-07-15 Minutes MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHlAND HillS, TEXAS July 15, 1993 - 7:30 p.m. CAll TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Tom Duer at 7:30 p.m. ROll CAll PRESENT Chairman Members Tom Duer Robert Skinner Billy Cypert Perry Christensen Bill Schopper Steve Pence Clayton Husband Steve Ingham Jim Grant Building Official PZ Coordinator ABSENT CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF JUNE 17, 1993 Mr. Schopper made the motion to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded by Mr. Christensen, and the motion carried 4-0, with Chairman Duer abstaining due to absence at the previous meeting. 1. BA 93-19 Request of Daniel Hartz for a variance from the Zoning Ordinance No. 1874 on Lot 14, Block 9, Crestwood Estates, to allow a nonconforming accessory building. This property is located at 7808 Redwood Court. Mr. Daniel Hartz, 7808 Redwood Court, came forward to speak. He stated he was unaware of the requirements regarding accessory buildings. Mr. Hartz presented a picture of the building to the Board. Mr. Skinner asked if he had utilities in the building. Mr. Hartz stated there are sleeves underground for future electrical lines, but no plumbing. Chairman Duer asked what his intended use of the building was. Mr. Hartz stated he would use it for a weight room and for storage. He stated it is a well-constructed building. Mr. Skinner asked what type of foundation it was on. Mr. Hartz stated the foundation was made of 2x6 boards covered with plywood. Chairman Duer asked how long he had lived at this property. Mr. Hartz stated five years. Chairman Duer asked how long ago the building was completed. Mr. Hartz stated approximately 1-1/2 years. ZSA Minutes - Page 2 15 July 1993 Mr. Skinner asked which way the 2x6 runners on the foundation of the building run. Mr. Hartz stated they run from side to side. Mr. Schopper stated one of their concerns was that the building could possibly be moved over away from the side property line. He stated the timbers are running in the right direction for that purpose. He stated the building is large enough to kick-in the brick requirement. He asked if it is possible to add brick veneer to the exterior. Mr. Hartz stated that would require a concrete slab foundation to be poured so the brick would have a footing to sit on. Chairman Duer asked if the building was too large to move. Mr. Hartz stated it is very large. He stated the building is four feet off the property line. Chairman Duer asked if there have been any complaints from the neighbors. Mr. Husband stated no. Mr. Christensen asked if there were two buildings on the property, would he have to meet the masonry requirement. Mr. Husband stated if the buildings were under 200 square feet, they would be exempt from the masonry requirement. Chairman Duer stated that all accessory buildings, regardless of size, require permits to prevent these types of problems from occurring. Mr. Cypert stated the six foot side yard requirement also kicks-in when the building is over 200 square feet. He stated if the building were less than 200 square feet, it could be set back only three feet from the property line. Chairman Duer asked the Board if the fact that the buitding was four feet off the property line would cause any serious problems. Mr. Husband stated he did not think this building would cause any serious problems to the adjoining properties. Mr. Skinner asked if the house was sold, would the mortgage company allow the nonconforming building. Chairman Duer stated if they approve this request, that will cover any future owner of the property. Mr. Schopper asked if there were any easements running down that side of the property. Mr. Husband stated the only easement across the rear of the property, and the building does not encroach that easement. ZBA Minutes - Page 3 15 July 1993 Chairman Duer asked if Mr. Hartz has had any complaints from neighbors about rain water runoff from the building onto other property. Mr. Hartz stated no. Mr. Christensen asked if there were any pilings under ground that support the building. Mr. Hartz stated the building sits on hadite blocks. Mr. Schopper asked if he put any stain on the building. Mr. Hartz stated it has been stained and water sealed. Mr. Schopper made a motion to approve BA 93-19. The motion was seconded by Mr. Skinner, and the motion carried 5-0. Mr. Cypert reminded Mr. Hartz to obtain the necessary permits when he does decide to add electrical outlets to the building. Mr. Pence stated that the permit for the building will still need to be obtained. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. 7 ~ Þ,.-/" Dr. Tom Duer, Chairman MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS August 19, 1993 - 7:30 p.m. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Tom Duer at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT Chairman Members Tom Duer Robert Skinner Perry Christensen Jim Grant Bill Schopper Steve Pence Clayton Husband Steve Ingham Building Official PZ Coordinator ABSENT CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF JULY 15, 1993 Mr. Skinner made the motion to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded by Mr. Christensen, and the motion carried 4-0, with Mr. Grant abstaining due to absence at the previous meeting. Chairman Duer stated that the Board's rules are a little different than normal in that four affirmative votes are required to approve a variance. 1. BA 93-17 Reconsideration of the request of Richard Hlinko for a variance from the Zoning Ordinance No. 1874 on Lot 10, Block 2, Valley Park Estates, to vary from the minimum square footage requirement in the R-1 district. This property is located at 6509 Valley View Drive. Chairman Duer opened the Public Hearing and called for those wishing to speak in favor of the request to come forward at this time. Ms. Jill Lancaster, 7717 Brandi Place, came forward to speak. She stated she is the purchaser of the lot. She stated the first request was denied. She stated the proposed size at that time was 1 ,861 square feet. Ms. Lancaster stated that the size has been increased to 1 ,917 square feet. She stated she has the plans with her for the Board to review. She stated the builder, Loy McDonald, is also here and can answer any questions. Chairman Duer stated the Board would have to keep the plans if she submits them for review. Mr. Husband stated they would not necessarily need to keep the building prints since they will be submitted when an application for a building permit is filed. He stated they would keep a copy of the prints at that time. There was general discussion regarding the floor plan and house layout. Board member Billy Cypert joined the Board at 7:46 p.m. He stated he would serve as the alternate member since the other members have already heard input in the case. Ms. Lancaster stated the house is entirely brick except for a small ZBA Minutes - Page 2 19 August 1993 portion of the patio wall. Chairman Duer asked if a side or rear entry garage is required in the R-1 district now. Mr. Husband stated yes. Mr. Cypert asked if the 2,000 square foot minimum was livable area, or does it include garages and porches. Mr. Pence stated it is air-conditioned area. Chairman Duer asked what was the estimated range of house sizes in this neighborhood. Mr. Pence stated anywhere from 1 ,800 to 2,000 square feet. Chairman Duer asked if the majority was over or under 2,000 square feet. Mr. Pence stated probably under 2,000 square feet. Ms. Lancaster stated the lot itself does not meet the minimum square footage required in the R-1 zoning district. Mr. Husband stated the Ordinance allows a legal non-conforming lot to be used provided all the required setbacks can be met. Chairman Duer asked if the minimum lot size in the R-1 district was 13,000 square feet. Mr. Husband stated yes. He stated that would be a minimum lot size if the person were subdividing the land to create new lots. There being no one else wishing to speak in favor of the request, Chairman Duer called for those wishing to speak against the request to come forward at this time. Ms. Pam Cartwright, 6516 Valley View Drive, came forward to speak. She stated she has lived there for four years, and built a house of 2,077 square feet. She stated when she came here she was against the request, but she has seen the plans and do not have any problem with her house. Ms. Cartwright stated her concern was will the next person to request this in the area be granted the same thing. Chairman Duer stated they would have to come before the Board for each individual lot. He stated the Board can tie the variance to a specific floor plan. Mr. Christensen stated she would be notified of any future requests. Ms. Cartwright asked if the Board sets precedents in approving cases like this. Chairman Duer stated each case is considered individually on its own merits. He stated the Board does not set precedents. ZBA Minutes - Page 3 19 August 1993 Mr. Schopper stated they had already turned this request down once. Mr. Skinner asked Ms. Cartwright to show him where her house was on the map. Mr. Joel Allen, 6508 Valley View Drive, came forward to speak. He stated he was concerned about the lower square footages, but the house is fine in his opinion. Chairman Duer asked Mr. Allen how large his house was. Mr. Allen stated right at 1 ,900 square feet. Mr. Skinner asked how long he has lived there. Mr. Allen stated ten years. There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairman Duer closed the Public Hearing. Mr. Cypert stated his support for the request. He stated he offered a compromise at the previous hearing that was not accepted. He stated this house would be an excellent addition to the area. Chairman Duer stated he has a hard time requiring that the house conform to R-1 regulations when the lot does not even conform. He stated if they approve the request it will be tied to the floor plan. Mr. Schopper made the motion to approve SA 93-17 subject to the updated floor plans showing the square footage at 1,917 square feet and the new garage configuration. The motion was seconded by Mr. Skinner, and the motion carried 5-0. 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