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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZBA 1992-07-30 Minutes CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF MAY 21, 1992 1. BA 92-09 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS JULY 30, 1992 - 7:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Tom Duer at 7:32 p.m. PRESENT: Chairman Members Tom Duer Mark Barfield Jeff Bunting Jim Kemp Barry LeBaron Steve Pence Clayton Husband Bill Cypert Steve Ingham Robert Skinner Director Comm Dev Building Official P&Z Coordinator ABSENT: Mr. Kemp made the motion to approve the minutes as written. The motion was seconded by Mr. Bunting, and the motion carried 4-0. Request of ITC Inc. to vary from the masonry requirement on Tract 8, Johns Addition. This property is located on the east side of Davis Boulevard, just south of the railroad tracks. Chairman Duer opened the Public Hearing and called for those wishing to speak to come forward. Mr. Steve Harriman, 1307 Crest Drive, Colleyville, came forward to speak. He stated he was representing lTC, Inc. He stated his client is seeking a variance from the masonry requirement on the two existing buildings. He stated the facility would be used for an RV storage lot. He stated the grounds would be reworked and surfaced, and a new security gate would be installed. Mr. Harriman stated the variance would allow for the complete restoration of the site. He stated that if the site were a high profile commercial area, masonry would probably be the best alternative. He stated the industrial nature of the area makes not using masonry a viable option. Chairman Duer asked what type of surface the storage lot would have. Mr. Harriman stated that it would be gravel, due to economics. He stated they have had conversations with City staff about fire lanes. Chairman Duer asked if there would be a problem with putting in a stockade type fence. He stated a stockade fence would be more aesthetically pleasing with the landscaping and give the property more privacy and security. Board of Adjustment 30 July 92 - Page 2 Mr. Harriman stated that a six-foot landscaped area was required by the City Council in lieu of a stockade fence. Chairman Duer stated that in similar cases the Board has asked for some type of landscaped barrier. Mr. Harriman stated the owners would consider a stockade type fence if it were economically feasible. Mr. Bunting asked if the Planning and Zoning Commission required ITC to put shrubbery out front. Mr. Harriman stated that the City Council required that, not the Commission. Chairman Duer stated that a see-through fence could invite vandalism of some very expensive recreational vehicles. Mr. Bunting asked how long the existing buildings have been vacant. Mr. Harriman stated approximately two years. Mr. Bunting asked what the prior use was. Mr. Harriman stated it was a storage yard for a communications company. Mr. Bunting asked since Mr. Harriman is planning to use the building for storage, like it was before, why he needs a variance. Mr. LeBaron stated that the building is now a non-conforming structure. He stated that the Zoning Ordinance requires a non-conforming structure that has been vacant for six months to be brought up to code. Chairman Duer asked for anyone else wishing to speak to come forward. There being none, he closed the Public Hearing. Mr. Bunting stated that since the building has been empty for two years, that it was once used for storage, and that the City Council has stipulated that there be some type of shrubbery, he has no problem with approving the variance as written. Mr. Barfield asked the Board for their comments for a ten to fifteen year time frame for the variance, as opposed to a permanent variance where the building would never be brought up to code. Chairman Duer asked Mr. Harriman if he knew what amount of expenditures it would take to improve the property. Mr. Harriman stated it would be in excess of $100,000. Board of Adjustment 30 July 92 - Page 3 Mr. Kemp asked what type of improvements would be made to the building. Mr. Harriman stated that some of the metal needs to be replaced, some iron needs to be treated, and some painting needs to be done. Chairman Duer stated that a time period for the building to come up to code is not a bad idea. Mr. Bunting stated that if were running a business, storing someone's expensive motor home, he would make sure that the building would last. Mr. Barfield stated that twenty years from now, RV storage may not be the highest and best use. Chairman Duer stated that as long as someone comes in under the six month time period, the variance would still remain in effect. He asked if the building was vacant for more than six months, do they have to come back before the Board. Mr. LeBaron stated that the Zoning Ordinance gives the Board the authority to limit this variance to this use. He stated that the Board may designate time limits, if appropriate. Mr. Barfield stated there needs to be some type of time frame. Chairman Duer stated that if they restrict it to this use, then if it shuts down, it reverts back to the old ordinance. Mr. Barfield asked if restricting the variance to RV storage would preclude them constructing new metal structures on the site. Mr. LeBaron stated the Board has the power to approve a variance on all present and future structures if desired. Mr. Barfield made the motion to approve BA 92-09 with the conditions that the variance apply only to existing structures, that the use be limited to RV storage, and that the variance expire 15 years from the date of approval. Mr. Kemp seconded, and the motion carried 4-0. 2. BA 92-10 Request of Lana Swensen to vary from the Zoning Ordinance #1080 on Lot 6A, Block 28, Fox Hollow Addition to allow a patio cover to extend beyond the side building line. This property is located at 7703 Sable Lane. Chairman Duer opened the Public Hearing and asked those wishing to speak to come forward. Board of Adjustment 30 July 92 - Page 4 Ms. Lana Swensen, 7701 Sable Lane, came forward to speak. She stated she is putting up patios and patio covers. She stated on the 7703 side the patio would extend two feet into the side yard. She stated the only entrance into the back yard is by the gate. She stated the upstairs window of the duplex next door looks directly down into the side window of 7703, which eliminates any privacy. Ms. Swensen stated there is a senior citizen living on that side, and that the patio cover would enhance his quality of life. Chairman Duer asked if the patio cover at 7701 already exists. Ms. Swensen stated yes. Chairman Duer asked what the distance was between the building and the property line. Ms. Swensen stated about eight feet. Mr. Kemp asked if the patio cover on this side is smaller than the one on the 7703 side. Ms. Swensen stated yes. Chairman Duer asked how far the duplex on the east was from the property line. Ms. Swensen stated it's about eight feet. Chairman Duer asked if the duplexes are situated where one side yard is larger than the other. Ms. Swensen said that they vary. Chairman Duer asked for anyone else wishing to speak to come forward. There being none, he closed the Public Hearing. Mr. Bunting made the motion to approve BA 92-10 as written. The motion was seconded by Mr. Kemp, and the motion carried 4-0. CITIZEN COMMENTS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned. 7. '----' Ch~n Tom Duer