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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-10-29 MINUTES ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS OCTOBER 29, 1991 The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustments was called to order by Chairman Patrick Sims at 5:36 p.m. , in the Council Chambers of the Euless Municipal Building. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Sims. The Invocation was given by David Massey. MEMBERS & STAFF PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT Patrick Sims Jim Huneycutt Martin Case David Massey Kerry McCombs Daniel Grant (alternate) Bill Pasteur (alternate) Rod Tyler, Assistant Director of Development Linda Lux, Staff Secretary VISITORS Scott Sandlin Ray Patterson Cal Whitfield Bill Page Damon Irby Jim McKanna I. CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF J. B. SANDLIN HONES FOR A VARIANCE TO THE REQUIRED 25' STREET FRONT AND 25' SIDE YARD REQUIREMENTS. Chairman Sims explained the rules governing a public hearing and opened the hearing for a variance to the required front and side yard set backs at 2200 Jonathan Court. Mr. Scott Sandlin, 5137 Davis Boulevard, Fort Worth, Texas, represent- ing J. B. Sandlin Homes, advised that Lot 19, Block 2, in the Park Hill Addition, (2200 Jonathan Court), being a corner lot on a cul de sac, requires 25' set backs on two sides. Mr. Sandlin stated that due to the configuration of the lot, he is requesting that the front building line be modified to 18' along Jonathan Court and the side to 21' from Jonathan Drive. He also advised that there was a retaining �., wall in the rear yard for the preservation of trees which required the house to be set a minimum of 25' from the rear property line. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS. OCTOBER 29, 1991 - PAGE TWO I. (cont.) CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF J. B. SANDLIN HOMES FOR A VARIANCE TO THE REQUIRED 25' STREET FRONT AND 25' SIDE YARD REQUIREMENTS. Mr. Sandlin advised the members that he is planning on purchasing the house which will be a two-story home with 2,300 square feet. He stated that there are three or four lots which have not yet been sold. Chairman Sims asked for further opponents/proponents. There being none, he closed the public hearing and called for discussion among the board members. Mr. Grant moved to approve the request in accordance with the new site plan presented tonight with the 18' building line along Jonathan Court and a 23.6' side line and allowance of the fireplace to encroach into the side setback and that the west side setback comply with City codes. Mr. Massey seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messers. Sims, Grant, Case, Massey and Pasteur Nays: Mr. McCombs Chairman Sims declared the motion carried. II. CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF FEDERAL SIGN FOR A VARIANCE TO THE SIGN ORDINANCE. Chairman Sims opened the public hearing for a sign variance for Mid-Cities Pawn, Kwik Pantry located at 803 South Industrial Boule- vard. Mr. Damon Irby, 3015 Avenue E East, Arlington, Texas, representing Federal Sign, was present to request a sign variance for the Mid- Cities Pawn, Kwik Pantry, which is located at 803 South Industrial Boulevard. Mr. Irby stated they plan to remove the Kwik Pantry Sign, remodel the present Cellular Phone sign and add to it the gasoline pump island price signs. He stated that this will enhance the appearance of the sign and property as well. Mr. Irby advised that this request would make the height 8' over the maximum permitted height and would also increase the sign area 58 square feet over the maximum permitted area. However, would eliminate two signs, the existing Kwik Pantry Sign, 80 square feet and the gasoline pump island signs thus reduce the degree of nonconformity. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS. OCTOBER 29. 1991 - PAGE THREE II. (cont.) CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF FEDERAL SIGN FOR A VARIANCE TO THE SIGN ORDINANCE. Mr. Mike Lindsey, 13101 Preston Road #303, Dallas, Texas, was in the audience and advised the members that he is the property owner and hopes the variance is granted as this would enhance the appearance of the property. Chairman Sims asked for further opponents/proponents. There being none, he closed the public hearing and called for discussion among the board members. Mr. Case moved to approve the request as presented. Mr. Massey seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messers. Case, Massey, Sims, Grant and Pasteur Nays: Mr. McCombs Chairman Sims declared the motion carried. III. CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF ESTELLE MASONIC LODGE #582 FOR A VARIANCE TO ALLOW EXPANSION OF A LAWFULLY EXISTING NON-CONFORMING BUILDING. Chairman Sims opened the public hearing for a variance to a lawfully existing non-conforming use in a residential district located at 401 North Ector Drive. Mr. Ray Patterson, Building Committee Chairman, representing Estelle Masonic Lodge #582, stated that they are requesting a variance to allow for expansion of the Masonic Lodge. They presently have 287 members and the lodge is still growing. He stated that the additional classrooms are needed for the lodge members to study in. The building was not designed for residential purposes and to remodel it for residential purposes would not be cost efficient due to structural problems. The site is bounded by the elementary school, high school, City complex and Post Office and is only 2.2 acres. These factors make this a very poor site for residential use. Chairman Sims asked for further opponents/proponents. There being none, he closed the public hearing and called for discussion among the board members. ... ZONING BOARD OF ADJMISTIMEM OCTOBER 29. 1991 - PAGE FOUR III. (cont.) CONSIDER IHE REQUEST OF ESTELLE MASONIC LODGE #682 FOR A VARIANCE TO ALLOW -EXPANSION OF A LAWFULLY EXISTING 1O1-CONFORMING BUILDING. Mr. Grant was concerned with "prolonging the life of the building" by allowing the expansion. He stated that the ordinance states that the Board may approve the enlargement of a nonconforming use when such an enlargement would not tend to prolong its life. If the expansion were not granted and the lodge continued to grow they would eventually outgrow the building and have to move out. At that time the use would be brought into compliance with the ordinance. However, should the expansion be granted it would be longer before the lodge could outgrow the building thus, prolonging the life of the use at this site. There being no further discussion, Chairman Sims called for a motion. Mr. Massey moved to approve the request as presented. Mr. McCombs seconded the motion and the vote was as follows: Ayes: Messers. Massey, McCombs, Sims and Pasteur Nays: Messers. Grant and Case Chairman Sims declared the motion carried. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m. -- ter, ; Chairman Patrick Sims /ljl:minutes/10-29-91 .zba