07-28-05 Regular Meeting and Public Hearing Meeting of the La Porte Zoning Board of Adjustment MInutes

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Staff Report October 27,2005 Special Exception Permit Request #SE 05-002 ReQuested by: Kathryn Aguilar, property owner ReQuested for: TRS IB & 2B; Block 49; Sylvan Beach First Subdivision Location: 405 Bayshore Drive Zoning: Low Density Residential (R -1) Back2round: According to the City's current zoning map, the property in question is zoned as Low Density Residential (R-l). A single-family dwelling is a "permitted" use in this zone. At this time, the property is lying vacant. An aerial survey of the subject property identifies a house. This house was demolished on October 29,2004 as a dangerous building under Article VIII; Section 82-471 of the City of La Porte; Code of Ordinances, as amended by Ordinance #04-2700. The current owner of the property has submitted a Special Exception request for a reduction in the standard front yard and rear yard setbacks due to the irregular shape of the lot. The front lot line is abutting the Sylvan Beach Park and Galveston Bay. The applicant would like to move a house from 216 Jefferson to 405 Bayshore Drive. According to the applicant, the subject house was built in the 1930s, is in excellent condition, and has some unique and antique features. The house dimensions are set at 54'x 32'. The subject lot is large enough to contain the house, but of irregular size. Lot lines are 56' & 39' in the rear to the West, 95' in front to the East, 81' to the North, and 73' to the South adjacent to 16' public alley. The applicant has provided a copy of the recent property survey in this regard (see Exhibit A). In accordance with the ordinance, the standard front, rear, and side yard setbacks are 25', 15', and 5' respectively. The applicant's desired placement of the house will encroach upon these setbacks. In addition to the placement of the house on the property, stairs and porches will be added to the house in the front and rear yards. The owner desires to elevate the house at least 10' from the ground for flood protection and to enjoy a scenic view of the water front across the street.