08-25-16 Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment

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Planning Technician Cramer finished by bringing attention to the public responses received by the City. First, the sent in by the owner of Shaterra Properties at 410 E. Fairmont Parkway stating he was against the variance as it would reduce visibility to his strip center as well as visibility for those entering and exiting.The letter also stated that no hardship existed for the property to require a variance. Second, a letter sent by La Porte ISD in support of the variance b. Applicant Presentation Chairman Rothermel swore in the applicant Shane Klinkerman.The applicant echoed the sentiments from staff's presentation. c. Public Comments There were no public comments. Chairman Rothermel closed the public hearing at 6:07 PM. d. Question and Answer There was no question and answer Motion by Doug Martin to approve Variance Request 16-93000006, a request by Pastor Shane Klinkerman on behalf of the First Assembly of God Church for a tract of land located at 316 E. Fairmont Parkway legally described as Blocks 1112 and 1113 of the Town of La Porte Subdivision.The applicant is seeking approval of a variance to allow for a new building to be placed 10'from the front property line, contrary to the provisions of Section 106-343(a) of the Code of Ordinances that requires a minimum front setback of 20' in a General Commercial zone. Second by Chester Pool. Motion Carried. Ayes: Rod Rothermel,T.J.Walker, Nettie Warren, Chester Pool, Doug Martin Nays: None Assistant City Attorney Clark Askins read from Section 106-196 of the Code of Ordinances: Appeals from the Board of Adjustment. 5. A public hearing to receive public input on Variance Request 16-93000007, a request by Bayway Homes for tracts of land legally described as Lots 1-8, Block 108 and Lots 24-32, Block 107,Town of La Porte Subdivision.The applicant is seeking approval of multiple variances as follows: 1. A side setback of 5'for Lot 32, Block 107 and Lot 1, Block 108;contrary to the provisions of Section 106-333(a)of the Code of Ordinances that requires a minimum side setback of 20'for a townhouse/quadraplex project. 2. A density of 12.5 units per acre;contrary to the provisions of Section 106-333(a) of the Code of Ordinances that allows a maximum of 10 units per acre for townhouse/quadraplex projects.