10-25-18 Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment

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Board member Hoot stated that the purposes of the Lomax area was to preserve agriculture and was not in favor of this proposal. Chairman Rothermel explained that traditionally residents in this area have been opposed to smaller lots. In this case,the fact that no opposition to this proposal had been brought to staff, maybe the historic opposition was no longer there. b. Applicant Presentation Jeff and Adrienne Feller, 8900 Red Bluff Rd. Pasadena,TX explained that there family owns the lot and currently resides in a home on the eastern half. Mrs. Feller's father is ill and needs a caretaker close by to help. They hoped to subdivide the property in order to build a home for themselves on the western half acre in order to be close by. c. Public Comments Kathy Watkins, 1910 Lomax School Rd. stated that she was opposed to this request. She has concerns that this could lead to additional requests for subdivision of other large lots in the area. Walter H.Weaver Jr. 10430 N L St. stated that he is a nearby neighbor and is in favor of this proposal. Bill Bentley 10106 Wilmot Rd. discussed what went on at the past council meeting and explained how council voted 5-3 to approve but could not overcome Planning and Zoning Commissions recommendation to deny. Chairman Rothermel closed the public hearing at 6:24 p.m. d. Question and Answer Chairmen Rothermel had mixed emotions but was possibly okay with it since it was located adjacent to R-1. Board members Warren, Pool, and Crittenden agreed with Member Hoot in that they had no opposition to the request. Board members Warren, Hoot, and Crittenden are opposed to the request to allow for a smaller lot size. Motion by Phillip Hoot to approve Special Exception#18-94000003. Second by Charles Crittenden. Motion Carried. Ayes: None. Nays: Members Warren, Hoot Crittenden, and Chairman Rothermel Motion to approve failed, 0-4