HomeMy WebLinkAboutZBOA Decision 09/22/1998 TO: ZBOA Members
FROM: Linda Taylor
DATE: August 31, 1998
RE: Variance request, 1906 DeSota
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The Thaxtons are requesting that a variance be granted for their pool and
storage building to be less than 10' from the rear property line.
This office respectfully requests that this variance'be denied.
§ 7 FRIENDSWOOD CODE
3. Area and height exceptions.
Ck-Io. (l,-- 3 ( A),tu-746 A-1 ��l7
"a. Single story unattached accessory buildings or
structures less than twenty feet (201 ) in height, as
measured from the adjacent grade to the highest point of
any portion of such building or structure, may be located
in required rear yards in residential districts provided
they' are set back not less than five feet (51 ) from any
interior side lot line, twenty feet (201 ) from any side
lot line adjacent to a side street, And -ten feet (101 )
from any rear lot line. "
of ten feet, such height to be m a ed to the lowest eave adjacent to the appli-
cable side property line,to
t y ar located not less than ten feet from the rear
pro er�ty line sl one aldi oval.foo of setback for each foot in heig)6thes ciexcess o en et,'such h 'ght be easured to the wad cent to the rearprop rty e; ah orbarn,t rkar line-oes not adjoin pro erty us d or res ted by tl i cetoa re
use. Provided fuqher the total c ula ve ea of all floor space of all accessory
buildings and-stfuc res on a lot s not ex ed one-half of the floor space area
of the ground floc of the main building on such lot.
�0 b. A building or structure may not exceed two (2) stories-, except, building's e
or structures located in SFR Districts may have two and one-half(2-1/2)
stories provided there are no livinp,quarters located within the top one-half 1,
(1/2) story.
c. interior siae yards snail not be required for abutting properties,in the same
zoning district if both properties are developed as a unit under a common devel-
opment plan.
d. When individual attached townhouses or condominiums are to be sold separately,
there shall be no minimum lot area requirements provided that the total land
area of the project,including the land on which the units are located and the land
held in common ownership by the unit owners,is equal to the total minimum land
area required per dwelling unit or lot in the district in which the project is
located.
e. The height regulations of this section shall not apply to belfries,chimneys,church
spires,conveyors,cooling towers,elevator bulkheads,fire towers,storage towers,
flagpoles, monuments, ornamental towers or spires, cranes, construction equip-
ment, smokestacks, stage towers and scenery lofts, tanks, water towers, ham
radio and television antennas, [and] microwave 'relay, radio and television trans-
mission towers.
Supp. No. 1, Rev. CDC:38
cc: DMc 7-B•n•Aa P'EFmING .9/22/98
at 7: 00 P.M.
FRIENDSWOOD ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
REQUEST FOR HEARING
Wo-1+e r K , Pa-tt'. .
NAME: 1 PHONE: Uj�-,�qLO ' 60( A p
ADDRESS: iG0.5
ADDRESS OF SUBJECT PROPERTY:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lo+ C�- T-�1 o(, )
RECORDED SUBDIVISION PROPERTY IS INi I_S�IO ��+TIeS , �Vr,,+IQn
UNDER WHAT ORDINANCE ('NUMBER AND SECTION) IS APPEAL BEING MADE?: L_ ` ; �t�
PRINTED NAME OF OWNER:
DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE:
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DATE & TIME RECEIVED: 0 ' 5 f — q Q 11 -1010
SEEKING VARIANCE FOR: A(_Cr ftc- �S� I Cj�I2LrC!Z�IS
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CHAIRMAN: DATE.
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ORDINANCE NO. E-85-2
BEARINGS BASED ON RECORDED PLAT:
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NOTE: THE SURVEYOR HAS NOT VERIFIED THE FINISHED FLOOR ELEVATION.
*Subject To: Deed Restrictions and/or zoning ordinances 01994, PRESLEY SURVEYING Co., INC.
TO PLANTATION HOMES EXCLUSIVELY and is NONTRANSFERABLE LEGEND:
U.E. UTILITY EASEMENT
This survey meets the minimum technical standards as promulgated by the Texas Board of A.E. AERIAL EASEMENT
Professional Land Surveying. The Surveyor has not abstracted subject property. B.L. DRAINAGE EASEMENT
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title report provied by STEWART Title company, G.F. No. 91200314 S.S.E. SANITARY SEWER
1905 DeSota
Friendswood, TX 77546
August 31, 1998
City of Friendswood
Planning and Zoning Committee
Friendswood, TX
Dear Committee Members:
I am requesting a variance to the building code that restricts building a structure within ten feet
of the property line for the purpose of installing a swimming pool in my back yard_ The size of
my pool is approximately 35 feet by 14 feet and will be install within five feet of the property
line. This installation will not infringe on the utility easement which is five feet.
My need for this pool is not just recreational; it is also needed for health reasons. I have a long
history of high cholesterol (well over 200) and heart problems are prominent in my family.
Under my doctor's instruction, I manage this problem by maintaining a vigorous exercise
program, and diet. Until December 1997 I jogged four.miles per day, four days per week. In
December, I sustain a knee injury that was later diagnosed through a MRI as a small meniscus
cartilage tear. My doctor informed me that 1 needed to change my exercise to something that is
either low or no impact and he recommended swimming.
In January and February of this year we started making plans for installing a pool. A building
permit was submitted in March and was turn down because the pool would have been within ten
feet of the property line. Because of the timing, we could not submit this request until April;
consequently, the construction could not have started until May. We did not wish to have this
construction going on during the summer months. We also considered building only a nine foot
wide pool in order to stay ten feet off the property line; however, this is not an acceptable
solution due to safety reasons. A person could easily suffer a serious head or neck injury should
they dive into the pool from the side if it was only nine feet wide. Even though we plan on
carefully supervising the activities around our pool, the risk is too great.
Based upon the health and safety reasons listed above and the fact that there are a significant
number of existing pools in our subdivision built within ten feet of the property line I would
greatly appreciate you approving this request.
Sincerely,
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Kenny Thaxton
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MEMORANDUM ��,� 61 M
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TO: Linda Taylor
Building Official
FROM: Kimberley Mic e n
City Attorney
DATE: September 3, 1998
RE: Setbacks for Swimming Pools
You have asked me to clarify my response of April 18, 1998, regarding the
required setbacks for swimming pools in the Friendswood Ordinances.
As I stated in that memo, I agree that swimming pools are included within the
scope of the ordinance's definition of"accessory structure." The last paragraph of my
memo stated that a permit applicant who disagreed could appeal that interpretation to the
Zoning Board of Adjustment. Perhaps I was not very artful in my choice of words; let
me elaborate on what options an individual, who is unsatisfied by the city's position, has.
I believe there are two ways in which an applicant can apply to the Board for relief.
The first alternative would be to apply for a variance. In order for a variance to be
granted, the applicant would have to meet the requirements of the city's ordinance:
1. a variance would not be contrary to the public interest,
2. a literal enforcement of the ordinance would result in unnecessary hardship,
3. the spirit of the ordinance would be preserved, and
4. substantial justice would be done.
City of Friendswood Code of Ordinances, Appendix C, §l I.B. A variance is a last resort,
and should be granted in order to prevent a constitutional Baking of someone's property,
that is, generally, when they are left with no use of'the property. Since the applicant
would still have a home, and other possible recreational types of uses on the property, it
is doubtful the conditions for a variance could be met.
09/04/98 10:4E OLSON & OLSON 4 2E1 996 3260 N0.051 P003i00e
The other alternative would be to appeal the city's interpretation of the definition
of "accessory structure." The ordinance requires the following standards be met in
evaluating such cases:
l. a reasonable difference of interpretation as to the.intent of the regulations
exists,
2.. the interpretation will not grant a special privilege to one property inconsistent
with others similarly situated, and
3. the decision is in the public's interest and consistent with spirit of the zoning
regulations.
City of Friendswood Code of Ordinances, Appendix C, §11.A. The Board would hear
evidence about what did or did not constitute an accessory structure, evaluato the
ordinance terms and other evidence, and make their determination according to these
standards. The purpose of requiring consideration and findings based on these staa¢ard
is to prevent the Board from usurping legislative functions, and to protect the city from
challenges of spot zoning or preferential treatment. This is not an opportunity for the
Board to rewrite the terms of the ordinance based on whether they think the ordinance
should be written differently, or whether the regulation should or should not, as a matter
of policy, be applied differently. If the Board considers a policy change desirable, that
recommendation should be forwarded through the appropriate avenue.
On a related matter, I understand that a request for a variance on the side yard
setback for a pool was posted and heard at the August meeting, but was approved as an
appeal, ess
wherein the Board overrode the city's interpretation of the term "accory
structure." In my opinion, the Board must act on the matter that is presented to ftra.,
that is, what has been noticed and published in accordance with the Zoning Act, Tsx.
Loc. Gov'T CODE Ch. 211, and the Open Meetings Act, TEx. GOV'T CODE Ch. 551. If
an item is noticed and posted on the agenda as a variance,the Board must hear and docile
it as a variance. If notice has been sent out in preparation for the meeting, and the
applicant wishes to amend their request to seek an interpretation, the city may Assess
another application fee from that applicant. Early information to an applicant to help
them evaluate their options, as you and I have discussed, may assist in preventing thu
from happening, and I have attached a draft of an information sheet to this memorandum.
Please let me know what you think, and if you have questions, I'll be happy to answer
them.
p Mayor
HAROLD L WHITAKER
City of Friendswood Couaeiimemtm
xnmw HAMCATB
910 South Friendswood Drive JERRY MUCSSON
TOM MANISON
Friendswood,Texas 77546-4856 IUM BRIZENDINE
_ (281) 996-3270 ALINE DICKEY
MEL MEASELES
A Fax: (281)482-1634
City Manager
RONALD E COX
FAX TRANSMISSION city Secretary
DELORIS McM17.1E,TYLKC.
DATE: 9/23/98 NO. OF PAGES:
TO: KIM MICKELSON FAX NO.: (.713) 759-0343 _
OLSON & OLSON (71.3) 759-0696
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Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Adjustment
June 23, 1998
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the City
of Friendswood which was held at City Hall on June 23, 1998 at 7:00 P.M.
with the following members present constituting a quorum:
Chairman William Hal Taylor
Regular Member David O'Brien
Regular Member Gary Yokum
Regular Member Ann Talbot
Alternate Member Gary Harris
Alternate Member Thomas Rives
B.O.A. Secretary Linda Thornton
Building Official Linda Taylor
Chairman Hal Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. .
Chairman Taylor appointed Thomas Rives as a voting member for this meeting.
Chairman Taylor, called a public hearing to order to receive public input
regarding Harsh Kumar's request for and Administrative Review for property
located at 806 Falling Leaf,all of Lot 4, Section 5, Greenbriar Subdivision,
Galveston County, Texas to determine if the Administrative Official has made
an error in the interpretation of the City of Friendswood City Code,
Appendix C-Zoning, Section 7.Q.3 .b.
Discussion followed with Harsh Kumar explaining the request.
Discussion followed with Building Official Linda Taylor giving justification
for her interpertation of a 2 1/2 story residential structure.
Hearing no further input the Public Hearing was closed.
Discussion followed as to Living Quarters verses Living Area. The consensus
of the Board was that living quarters includes bath, sleeping, eating and
living areas, a subset of these four (4) areas.
* David O'Brien made a motion to grant the variance at 806 Falling Leaf,,
that attic living area is limited to one (1) 3/4 bathroom only for the
main residence and garage. No additional plumbing in the attic area for a
kitchen, etc.
Seconded by Ann Talbot.
Motion approved unanimously.
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* Ann Talbot made a motion to approve the minutes from the May 26, 1998
meeting.
Seconded by Hal Taylor.
Motion approved unanimously.
Motion was made and approved to adjourn at 7:55 p.m. .
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Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Ajustment
July 14, 1998
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the City
of Friendswood which was held at City Hall on July 14, 1998 at 7:00 p.m.
with the following members present constituting a quorum:
Chairman William Hal Taylor
Regular Member Ron Decker
Regular Member Gary Yokum
Regular Member David O'Brien
Alternate Member Tracy Goza
Alternate Member Gary Harris
Alternate Member Thomas Rives
Community Development
Director Mike Hodge
Building Official Linda Taylor
B.O.A. Secretary Linda Thornton
Chairman Hal Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. .
City Attorney Kim Mickelson, gave a presentation on and discussion of
powers and duties of the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Motion was made and approved to adjourn at 8:45 p.m.
William Hal Tayl r
Chairman
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Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Adjustment
August 25, 1998
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the City
of Friendswood which was held at City Hall on August 25, 1998 at 7:00 p.m.
with the following members present constituting a quorum:
Chairman William Hal Taylor
Regular Member Ron Decker
Regular Member David O'Brien
Regular Member Ann Talbot
Alternate Member Tracy Goza
Alternate Member Marsha Standridge
Building Official Linda Taylor
B.O.A. Secretary Linda Thornton
Members Gary Yokum, Gary Harris and Tommy Rives were absent from this
meeting.
Chairman Hal Taylor called the regular session to order at 7:00 p.m. .
Assistant City Secretary, Linda S. Thornton administered the Oath of Office
to appointed Alternate Member Marsha Standridge.
Chairman Taylor, appointed Alternate Member Tracy Goza, as a Regular voting
member for this meeting.
Chairman Taylor, called a public hearing to order to receive public input
regarding request by James T. and Margaret F. Feaster, for a variance at
1904 LaSalle, Lot 20, Block 3, Section 3, Mission Estates Subdivision,
Galveston County, Texas, for building a covered patio structure which is
tied into the house roof in the rear yard 11' from the rear property line
instead of the required 251 . Friendswood City Code, Appendix C-Zoning,
Section 7.Q.2 .
Discussion followed with James T. Feaster explaining the variance request
and hardship being smaller lot size.
Renee Baker, President of Mission Estates Home Owners Association, P.O. Box
2023, Friendswood, Texas, spoke for the variance.
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Discussion followed with Building Official Linda Taylor explaining her
interpretation of the variance request.
Hearing no further input the Public Hearing was closed.
*David O'Brien made a motion to deny variance at 1904 LaSalle, Lot 20,
Block 3, Section 3, Mission Estates Subdivision, Galveston County, Texas.
Seconded by Ron Decker
Motion approved unanimously.
Chairman Taylor, called a public hearing to order to receive public input
regarding Michael R. and Deborah A. Richardson at 1910 LaSalle, Lot 23,
Block 3, Section 3, Mission Estates Subdivision, Galveston County, Texas,
for an accessory structure (Swimming Pool) setback from the rear property
line of 5' instead of the required 101 . City of Friendswood Code, Appendix
C-Zoning, Section 7.Q.3 .
Discussion followed with Deborah Richardson reading her letter for a
variance to the Board and submitted her letter to the Board Secretary,
Linda Thornton. Mrs. Richardson also explained the hardship is that
Michael Richardson is an insulin dependent diabetic patient that needs a
pool for exercise purposes as requested by his doctor.
Renee Baker, President of Mission Estates Home Owners Association, at P.O.
Box 2023, Friendswood, Texas, spoke for the variance.
Discussion followed with Building Official Linda Taylor giving her
justification of her interpretation of the variance request.
Hearing no further input the Public Hearing was closed.
Building Official Linda Taylor submitted a memo from the City Attorney Kim
Mickelson, dated April 20, 1998, referencing Setbacks for Swimming Pools.
*Ron Decker made a motion to approve the variance at 1910 LaSalle, Mission
Estates Subdivision, as requested for the accessory structure 10' rear set-
back reduced to 5' as requested in the application, based on the referenced
paragraph about swimming pools, Section 8. J. 4, of the Zoning Ordinance
84-15.
2nd by Tracy Goza
Motion approved unanimously.
The Board based this approval on an administrative interpretation of
the ordinance that this pool is allowed in the required rear yard.
*Discussion followed to move June 23, 1998 minutes to September 22, 1998
meeting for approval.
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*Ron Decker made a motion to approve the minutes from the July 14, 1998
meeting.
Seconded by Hal Taylor
Motion Approved Unanimously.
Motion was made and approved to adjourn at 8:00 P.M. .
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Regular Meeting
Zoning Board of Adjustment
September 22, 1998
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the City
of Friendswood which was held at City Hall on September 22, 1998 at 7:00
P.M. with the following members present constituting a quorum:
Chairman William Hal Taylor
Regular Member Ron Decker (arrived 7:10)
Regular Member Gary Yokum
Regular Member David O'Brien
Regular Member Ann Talbot
Alternate Member Marsha Standridge
Alternate Member Gary Harris
Z.B.O.A. Secretary Linda Thornton
Building Official Linda Taylor
Members Tracy Goza and Thomas Rives were absent.
Chairman Hal Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. .
Chairman Taylor appointed Marsha Standridge as a voting member for this
meeting in place of Ron Decker.
Chairman Taylor, called the hearing to order to receive input regarding
Walter K. Thaxton's request for a variance for property located at 1905
DeSota, Lot 4, Block 3, Section III, Mission Estates Subdivision, Galveston
County, Texas, for accessory structures, Swimming Pool and Storage building
to be less than 10' from the rear property line. City of Friendswood Code,
Appendix C-Zoning, Section 7.Q.3.
Discussion followed with Walter K. Thaxton explaining his request and two
hardships: 1. small size lot; 2 . an injured knee. His doctor has
recommended a swimming pool for exercise.
Hearing no further input the Hearing was closed.
* Hal Taylor made a motion to grant the variance at 1905 DeSota, Lot 23,
Block 3, Section III, Mission Estates Subdivision.
Seconded by Gary Yokum.
Motion approved 4-1 with David O'Brien opposing.
* Gary Yokum made a motion to approve as corrected the minutes from the June
23, 1998 meeting.
Seconded by David O'Brien.
Motion approved unanimously.
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* David O'Brien made a motion to approve the minutes from the August 25,
1998 meeting.
Seconded by: Hal Taylor
Motion approved unanimously.
Motion was made and approved to adjourn at 8:00 p.m. .
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DATE SCHEDULE FOR ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
NAME OF APPLICANT: Walter K. & Patti D. Thaxton
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 1905 DeSata , Lt. 4, Blk. 3, Sect.. 3,
MISSION ESTATES S/D, Galveston .County, TX
REASON FOR VARIANCE: for a swimming bool and storage building
to be less than 10 ' from the rear property line.
PUBLIC HEARING .DATE: 9/22/98
Application received in City Secretary's Office 9/01/98
Date set for Public Hearing 9/2 2/9 8
by Zoning Board of Adjustment Chairman
Request tax office to furnish name of property 9/01/98
owners within 200 feet.
Notice published in official newspaper 9/02/98
14-10 days prior to hearing)
Letters mailed to property owners within 200 feet. 9/04/9 8
10 days prior to hearing)
Public Hearing Held 09/22/98
Decision made by the Zoning Board of Adjustment APPROVED
Applicant notified V E S
Motion : Hal Taylor
2ND : Gary Yokum
4-1 : David O'Brien Opposed
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