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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZBA 1972-11-21 Minutes . . . CALL TO ORDER OATH OF OFFICE ROU, CALL CONSIDERATION OF IvIINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING BA 72-7 , ~ 11llJUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD AT THE CITY HAU" 41.01 :r.rORGAN CIRCLE, TUEADAY NOm1BER 21, 1972 The meeting of the Board of Adjustment was called to order by Chairman, H.B. Helton at 7:35 P.M. Oath of office was a.dministered to Mr. Denver L. Mills, as a new member of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, by City Attorney, Mr. Tim Truman. PRESENT: Chairman: Secretary: Mr. H.B. Helton Dr. E.K. Hahn Mr. Jay Jones Mr. Denver L. Mills CITY STAFF PRESENT: City Manager lvi.E. Riddle City Attorney Tim Truman Director of Public Works Allen Bronstad City Clerk Betty Terrell ABSENT : Mr. Leslie A. Trotter Mr. Jay Jones moved, seconded by Mr. Mills, that the minutes of the previous meeting be approved as written. Motion carried 4-0. Request of }~. Jerry W. Biesel for a variance from the City of North Richland Hills Zoning Ordinance No. 179 on 7.35 acres out of the W.C. Newton Survey, Abstract 1182, and the S. Richardson Survey, Abstract 1266, for a "Specific Use" for Mobile Home Park, Store, Service Station, Etc. JACK PRICE - ATTORNEY - D.H. MCDONALD --FOR Mr. Jack Price, Attorney came forward to represent Mr. McDonald and Mr. Biesel in this request. He stated this property had been non conforming since 1962. }~. McDonald came forward stating the road construction on this property began in 1960. He said the bank account was opened at Haltom City State Bank in 1966, and easements were given to the electric company in December, 1966. He pointed out to the board a plat plan was filed October 11, 1971 with the City Inspector. This property was not in the City of North Richland Hills at the time, but a percolation test was run to determine the distance between the mobile homes. 14r. McDonald pointed out that about three years ago the first mobile homes were installed. Store license were applied for October 27, 1971, and on October 27, 1971 they were selling gasoline at this location. ~ . The second watertap was installed September 3, 1970 with an outlet every 40 feet. Mr. }fcDonald stated the City of North Richland Hills had the electricity turned off because of the non-conforming use, this being after the annexation of the property. 1v1R. DON CLARK - Mr. Clark came forward, stating he was a general contractor, and had done work at the subject location. He stated he poured the slab where the service station now exist, and other work at the location. 14r. Helton asked why there was no inspection on the job, and it was stated at that time the property was not in the City, but in the County. Mr. Clark said he had his own travel trailer at the time he was doing the work, and for the space for his trailer and the electric bill, he paid $25.00 per month. MR. DENNIS YOUNG - . Mr. Young came forward stating he owned property joining the property in question. He said he moved there in November of 1967. He said there was a small well on the property, and prior to November, 1971 the gas tanks were installed, slab poured, two mobile homes on the property, and two septic tanks. He pointed out the others were filled with trash, but a percolation test had been made. City 1.fana.ger, Mr. M.E. Riddle, stated he went by the subject property in November, 1971, and there were two mobile homes visable at this time. A new concrete slab had been poured, using chicken wire for the reinforcement, in the slab. There were three gasoline pumps, raw sewage, water lines on top of the ground, and electric lines on top of the ground. The slabs being for the two trailers, and one for the store. There was no electric power to the two trailers at the time this property was annexed. In early l1a.rch, 1972 the electric power was cut off to the temporary pole only. 1vfr. Riddle pointed out the County has not certified the percolation test for the amount required for lateral lines, etc. 1-1RS. JOHN SHIVERS - AGAINST . Mrs. Shivers stated they owned 70 acres joining this property in question, and if this was granted, it would depreciate their property. She pointed out to the members the area did not need any more mobile homes, and there was an existing mobile home park to the north of the subject property. ~~ffi. JJJ1 CARSON - AGAINST ~ . Mr. Carson came forward in protest of granting this request. He stated he owned property adjoining the subject property. Mr. Carson said he had one mobile home on his property, but it would be moved apP:rox:i.ma.tely January of 1973. He stated he had decided to sell his property to developers, and did not want additional mobile homes in the area. 1-ffi.. ERICI\: HnL - AGAINST - NOT WITHIN 200 FEET IIJr. Hill stated he lived in the area and had to comply with the City codes, but was very glad to do so. He stated the area was a good choice for development, and mobile homes should be kept in the area they were zoned for. MR. CECIL lŒl1P - AGAINST - NOT IN CITY LIMITS Mr. Kemp came forward stating he owned property on the East side of Precinct Line Road, this being across the road from the subject property. He stated he was not in the City of North Richland Hills, but had put approximately 25 years of work into his property, and was in opposition of this request. Þffi.. GALE QUANZ - AGAINST - NOT \ýITHTIJ 200 FEF;'!' . Mr. Quanz came forward in protest of this request. He stated a trailer park would create a hazard. He pointed out to the members that with the septic systems in the area, the homes had been having trouble having to add additional lateral lines. 1{r. Quanz pointed out that with this request being granted, it would not upgrade the area, but would jeopardize it. MR. J.J. BELL - AGAINST Mr. Bell stated that at one time they were selling one half acre tracts with the promise of utilities and etc. All lost their down payments. He said the property owners adjoining did not like the conditions of this property in question. MR. BILL RIPPY - AGAINST 1{r. Rippy stated he purchased property in the area in 1945, and at the time the tanks were installed they were about to float out of the ground after the hard rains. He stated he had now sold the property he had previously owned across the road. MR. ALBERT W. ~10RRIS - AGAINST . Mr. Morris stated being an adjoining property owner, he was in opposition to this request. He pointed out to the members of the board, the slab was run around midnight in a hurry before the City annexed the property, and the septic system was not adaptable for the area. ~ . :MRS. LINDA BARNES - AGAllJST Mrs. Barnes came forward stating they bought property in the area in 1970, and were promised there would be no more mobile homes in the area. MRS. RONALD NOm1AN - AGAINST Mrs. Norman stated she was in opposition of this request. She also stated they did not need any more mobile homes in the area, and the septic system was not acceptable to the area. . }~. Helton asked Mr. McDonald if he had any rent receipts for the trailers, or receipts for revenue from the sale of gasoline. He replied he did not have anything with him, as he only sold gas a tew days after the Open For Business sign was put up approximately October 27, 1971. Recess was called by Mr. Helton to discuss this request with the members of the board. This being at 9: 15 P.M. After the discussion, the meeting was called back to order at 9:35 P.M. Mr. Helton (repeated) the application as stated, but pointed out this request was for Non Conforming Use prior to the annexation to the City of North Richland Hills. Mr. Jay Jones moved, seconded by Dr. Hahn, to DENY this Non Conforming Use as designated. Continuity not shown to the members, and evidence as produced the same. There also being no records presented as a business, or receipts for tax records. Motion carried 4-0. All members present voting to deny this request. OLD BUSINESS: None NEVi BUSINESS: Dr. Hahn asked that a letter be sent to the members of the Zoning Commission from the Board of Adjustment members up- on having Mr. Palachek as their new member. He pointed out it was a wise choice from the previous experience Þfr. Palachek has had. This being their gain, and the Board of Adjustment loss. . ADJOURNMENT : l1otion to adjourn this meeting was made by Dr. Hahn, seconded by Mr. 1-tills. ~1otion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned ~ . 9:50 P.M. November 21, 1972. - , CHAIRMAN, ZONlNG BOARD OF JUSTMENT r------ ~ ....- // 'C'- .," . / J;J , y==?A¿9æ~¿ C~ / /_. .( SECRETARY, ZONING BOARD OF ADJUS~1ENT . .