06-27-13 Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting

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Zoning Board of Adjustment Minutes of May 23, 2013 Page 2 of 3 Public hearing notices were mailed to 23 property owners located within 200' of the subject tract. The City received four responses to the mail out, all in favor of granting the variance. B. Proponents The applicant, Fred Beck of 307 South Iowa, was sworn in by Chairman Maltsberger. Mr. Beck has plans to construct a commercial grade carport for his large Chevrolet Silverado pick-up. His home was built in 1945 with a garage that is not large enough to house the pick-up. As an employee of the City of Deer Park Planning & Development Department, he understands the City's position in needing to follow the rules. In speaking with his neighbors, none have expressed objection to the carport. C. Opponents There were no opponents. D. Proponents Rebuttal There were no rebuttals. Motion by T.J. Walker to approve Variance Request #13-93000001 to allow construction of a carport encroaching two feet (2') into the required side yard setback at 307 South Iowa Street. Second by Rod Rothermel. Motion carried. Ayes: George Maltsberger, T.J. Walker, Rod Rothermel, and Sherman Moore (Alt 2) Nays: None Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read from Section 106-196 of the Code of Ordinances: Appeals from the Board of Adjustment. 4. Administrative Reports Mr. Malik reported progress on home construction in the Lakes at Fairmont Greens subdivision and the possibility of soon having a builder for the Retreat at Bayforest North subdivision located along S. Broadway. 5. Board comments on matters appearing on agenda or inquiry of staff regarding specific factual information or existing policy. Sherman Moore inquired about recent activity at Spencer Highway/Main @ SH 146. Mr. Malik was unaware of any plans. 6. Adjourn Chairman Maltsberger adjourned the meeting at 6:17 p.m.