09-15-16 Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission

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Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting September 15, 2016 SCUP, Humphries Secondary Dwelling Unit Zoning Land Use bƚƩƷŷ R-3, High Density Residential Pelican Bay Townhomes {ƚǒƷŷ R-1, Low Density Residential Existing house at 2715 Crescent Drive ĻƭƷ R-1, Low Density Residential Existing House at 136 Crescent View 9ğƭƷ N/A Galveston Bay Notification Requirements: Staff finds that the public hearing notification requirements outlined in Section 106-171 were performed in accordance with all applicable code provisions, including the following: notice in a newspaper of general circulation at least 15 days prior to the hearing; written notice mailed to owners of real property within 200 feet of the site within 10 days of the hearing; sign posted on the site within 15 days of the hearing. as required by state law. At the time this staff report was drafted, four response letters were received all in support of the request (see Exhibit C). Analysis: residential use table (Section 106-331) allows for secondary dwelling units in the R-1 district through consideration of a Special Conditional Use Permit. Although the - in-The following are a number of considerations staff analyzed as part of this application: Use. There is currently a trend across the country to allow for secondary dwelling units on lots as mother-in-law suites. There have been approval of similar requests in the City in the past few years. Secondary dwelling units provide that ability while providing some privacy and separation through detaching the structure. The use of this site will remain single family detached residential, however the applicant is requesting consideration of this SCUP to allow for construction of a separate structure that will house family and guests on special occasions. Building Permit. Because this is residential development, a certified site plan is not required. However, the applicant will be required to submit all applicable information as part of the required building permit application. The proposed secondary dwelling will be required Ordinance and will be reviewed at the time of building permit review. 2