HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-09-05AGENDA
CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS
REGULAR BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS MEETING
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 1985 AT 6:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
413 MAIN STREET
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. OATH OF TRUTH
III. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Board of Zoning Adjustment to Elect a Vice Chairman and Secretary
IV. OLD BUSINESS
A. Board of Zoning Adjustment to consider BZA85-15 Submitted
by Crow Development.
B. Board of Zoning Adjustment to consider BZA85-38 submitted
by Mr. Terry Williams.
V. NEW BUSINESS
A.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
to BZA85-50 Submitted by Mr.
relative
to BZA85-41 Submitted
by Mr.
Thomas A. Denz and
K. Board of
Ms. Sherie Lang and consideration of same.
conduct
B.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
consideration of same.
relative
to BZA85-42 Submitted
by Ms. Kathie Livengood and
consideration of same.
C.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-43 Submitted
by Mr.
Tim Lancaster of
Dellwood
Development and consideration of
same.
D.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-44 Submitted
by Mr.
Greg Steers of Fox
and Jacobs, Inc. and consideration of same.
E.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-45 Submitted by
Evans Birmingham
Williamson and consideration of same.
F.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-46 Submitted
by Mr.
Darrell Griffin and
consideration of same.
G.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-47 Submitted
by Bedford Blue Haven Pools
and consideration of same.
H.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-48 Submitted by Mr.
Bob Shelton of
Expressway Investments and consideration of same.
I.
Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-49 Submitted
by Orion
Joint Venture and
consideration of same.
J. Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-50 Submitted by Mr.
Ken Taylor for
Banyon and Westwood Properties
and consideration
of same.
K. Board of
Zoning Adjustment to
conduct
a public hearing
relative
to BZA85-51 Submitted
by Kaker
& Ware, Inc. and
consideration of same.
L. Board of Zoning Adjustment to conduct a public hearing
relative to BZA85-52 Submitted by Mr. Gil Traverse and
consideration of same.
M. Board of Zoning Adjustment to conduct a public hearing
relative to BZA85-53 Submitted by Weekly Homes, Inc. and
consideration of same.
VI. Board of Zoning Adjustment to consider an amendment to By-Laws
relative to limiting number of cases for monthly public
hearing.
VII. Miscellaneous Reports and/or Discussion.
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Director of Contl�oity Development
4 1 NO .. M-2
The Board of Zoning Adjustment of the City of Grapevine, Texas met in
regular session at 413 Main Street in City Council Chambers September 5,
1985 at 6:00 P.M., with the following persons present to wit:
Doug Lamb Chairman
Bill Waldrip Member
Ron Troy Member
Garry Tischler Member
Gerald Thompson Member
constituting a quorum, with Kay Gilliam, First Alternate, absent and
John Ferguson, Second Alternate, absent; and the following City Staff
present:
H. T. (Toamy) Hardy Director of Community Development
Joy Carroll Administrative Aide
Adrienne Leonard Attorney, City Attorney's Office
Jim Van Treese Assistant Building Official
Mary Peddycoart Secretary
Also present were Ted Ware, City Council representative for the Board of
Zoning Adjustment and Richard Atkins, Planning and Zoning representative
for the Board of Zoning Adjustment.
1
10AM
Chairman Lamb called this regular session of the Board of Zoning
Adjustment to order at approximately 6:00 P.M., and announced that the
Oath of Truth would be issued to the individuals present and wishing to
speak as their prospective cases cam before the board. The Oath will
be issued to these individuals one at a time.
The first order of business for the Board of Zoning Adjustment was the
election of Officers for that Board. At this time, Chairman Lamb made
a motion to nominate Bill Waldrip as Vice-Chairman of the Board of
Zoning Adjustment. This motion was seconded by Ron Troy and prevailed
by the following vote:
Ayes: Lamb, Troy, Tischler, Waldrip and Thompson
Nays: None
Chairman Lamb then called for a motion to nominate a Secretary for the
Board of Zoning Adjustment. A motion was made by Gerald Thompson to
nominate Ron Troy as Secretary of the Board of Zoning Adjustment. This
motion was seconded by Bill Waldrip and prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Thompson, Waldrip, Lamb, Tischler and Troy
Nays: None
At this point, Chairman Laub explained the procedures of the meetings,
and advised that after next month the City Staff will give their
recommendations on each case considered by the Board of Zoning
Adjustment.
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The next order of business was for the Board of Zoning Adjustment to
conduct a public hearing relative to BZA85-15 request for off-premise
signs submitted by Crow Development.
Chairman Lamb declared the public hearing open.
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September 5, 1985
Page 2.
As there was no one present to speak on behalf of Crow Development, and
no other parties indicated an interest in speaking, either for or
against, Chairman Izidb asked for a motion to close the public hearing
portion of this case. A motion was made by Ron Troy to close the public
hearing. The motion was seconded by Gerald Thompson, and prevailed by
the following vote:
Ayes: Troy, Thompson, Lamb, Waldrip and Tischler
Nays: None
There followed a brief discussion between the members of the Board, at
which time a motion was made by Garry Tischler to deny this requested
variance, which was seconded by Bill Waldrip. The motion prevailed by
the following vote:
Ayes: Tischler, Waldrip, Lamb, Thompson and Troy
Nays: None
The next case for public hearing was BZA85-43 - Mr. Terry Williams. Mr.
Williams is asking for a variance to the "R-20" requirements in order to
develop three lots at 17,800± square feet rather than the required
20,000 square feet. The property is located at 3217 Pool Road and is
adjacent to Wind Mill Estates.
At this time, Chairman Lanb opened the public hearing on this case.
Mr. Tom-ay Hardy spoke reiterating the purpose of this variance request,
and further mentioning that this case had been tabled from the August 1,
1985 regular session of the and of Zoning Adjustment in order to give
the applicant and the developers of Wind Mill Estates ample time to
reach an agreement with regard to deed restrictions.
Mr. David Spalding, one of the developers of Windmill Estates was issued
the Oath • Truth • Chairman Lamb, and spoke to advise that he and had
been in contact with Mr. Williams, but as both had been extremely busy,
the question of deed restrictions had not been completely resolved. Mr.
Spalding then requested that this case be tabled again. Chairman Lmb
then asked Mr. Spalding if he thought thirty (30) more days would be
enough for them to reach an agreement. To this, Mr. Spalding answered,
to
yes
As there was no one else expressing a wish to speak, and no
correspondence had been received by the City Staf f since this case was
tabled, Chairman Lamb asked for a motion to close the public hearin#,
portion of this case. A motion was made by Gerald Thoupson to close the
public hearing. This motion was seconded by Ron Troy, and prevailed by
the following vote:
Ayes: Thompson, Troy, Lamb, Tischler and Waldrip
Nays: None
Board of Zoning Adjustment
September 5, 1985
Page 3.
After a brief period of discussion among the board members, a motion to
table this case until the October 3, 1985 regular session was made by
Gerald Thompson. This motion was seconded by Ron Troy and prevailed by
the following vote:
Ayes: Thompson, Troy, Lamb, Waldrip and Tischler
Nays: None
Wi i TIMQMINJIM
The next order of business for the Board of Zoning Adjustment was to
conduct a public hearing on BZA85-41- Dentz/Ixang. Mr. Tommy Hardy spoke
and outlined the reason for this request for variance for an exception
to sideyard setback requirements. The house in question is located at
2831 Creekwood Court and has been there for approximately five (5)
years. This house is 2.4 feet into the required sideyard, and this
encroachment was discovered at the time a recent survey was done.
As there was no one present representing this case, and no one
indicating a desire to speak, Chairman Lamb asked for a motion to close
the public hearing portion of this case. A motion was made by Garry
Tischler to close the public hearing, which was seconded by Gerald
Thompson. The motion prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Tischler, Thompson, Lamb, Troy and Waldrip
Nays: None
There then followed a brief discussion by the Board with regard to this
variance request, at which time, a motion was made by Ron Troy to grant
this variance as requested. This motion was seconded by Bill Waldrip,
and prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Troy, Waldrip, Lamb, Thompson and Tischler
Nays: None
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Chairman Lamb declared the public hearing portion of this case open, at
which time, Mr. Tommy Hardy outlined for all present the purpose for
this request for variance to the front setback at 1320 Cable Creek or
Lot 3, Block 1 of Cable Creek Estates. At this time, Chairman Lamb
issued the oath of Truth to Kathee Livengood, who was representing this
case. She stated that this request for variance was initiated at the
request of the mortgage company because this dwelling is approximately
three (3) feet into the front setback.
Mr. Hardy further stated that a member of the City Staff was present at
the time stakes were set, and also believed them to be right at the
time. Chairman Lamb then asked if anyone else wished to speak.
As there was no one else present wishing to speak with regard to this
request, Chairman Lamb asked for a motion to close the public hearing on
this case. A motion was made by Bill Waldrip to close the public
hearing. The motion was seconded by Ron Troy and prevailed by the
following vote:
Ayes: Waldrip, Troy, Lamb, Tischler and Thompson
Nays: None
A period of discussion by the board members followed, and at that time a
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September 5, 1985
Page 4.
motion was made by Ron Troy to grant this variance as requested. This
motion was seconded by Garry Tischler and prevailed by the followint
vote:
Ayes: Troy, Tischler, Lamb, Waldrip and Thompson
Nays: None
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The purpose of this public hearing is to consider variances to Grapevine
Zoning Ordinance 82-73, Sect. 17.D.5 (prohibiting alleys to encroach
into the required 25 foot rear yard) and Sect. 17.G.1 (30 foot front
setbacks). Mr. Tommy Hardy spoke and noted that this plat had been
approved one (1) year ago as Ridgecrest Addition, Block 5.
At this point in the public hearing, Mr. Tim Lancaster, 1025 Oak Hurst,
Grapevine, Texas and representing Dellwood Developers was issued the
Oath of Truth by Chairman Lamb. Mr. Lancaster explained that the new
ordinance would make it impossible to build on these lots, using his
deed restrictions, as the buildable area would be greatly reduced.
There was discussion between Mr. Lancaster and the members of the Board
• Zoning Adjustment regarding the exact variances requested as well as
the number of lots already sold. Mr. Hardy noted that lots 8,9,10,17,18
and 19 are zoned for 3 and 4 unit apartments. At the end of this
discussion it was noted at Mr. John LeDene of Gladcorp, Corporation
wished to address the Board. Chairman Larrb issued the Oath of Truth to
Mr. LeDene who then spoke in favor of this addition.
As there appeared to be no one else wishing to speak either for or
against this variance request, Chairman Larrb called for a motion to
close the public hearing on this case. A motion was made by Garry
Tischler to close the public hearing portion of BZA85-43. This motion
was seconded by Gerald Thompson and prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Tischler, Thompson, Lamb, Waldrip and Troy
Nays: None
The meting was then turned over to the Board of Zoning Adjustment for
further discussion. After a brief period of discussion, Bill Waldrip
stated that as he sees it this is a case of being caught between
changes, and that he could see evidence of hardship. A motion was then
made by Bill Waldrip to grant these variances as requested, with a
second to that motion from Ron Troy. The motion prevailed by the
following vote:
Ayes: Waldrip, Troy, Lamb, Thompson and Tischler
Nays: None
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The next case for public hearing was BZA85-44, presented by Fox and
Jacobs who are requesting a temporary variance for Lot 2, Block 5 of the
Town Park Addition in order to use this lot as a temporary storage yard
for their building supplies. At this time, Mr. Mike Sloan,
representing Fox and Jacobs was issued the Oath of Truth by Chairman
Lamb. Mr. Sloan explained that this particular lot is adjacent to their
construction trailer. As Fox and Jacobs are both developers and the
only builders in this subdivision, they are requesting this storage
compound in order to stock pile their materials. This lot is on
Heritage Drive, which is a in thoroughfare through this subdivision.
Mr. Sloan further explained that this would be a temporary area used
only until all homes are completed.
At this point in the public hearing, Richard Atkins, Chairman • the
Planning and Zoning Commission asked Mr. Sloan why that particular lot (on
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September 5, 1985
Page 5.
Heritage) was chosen, and why chain link fence. Mr. Sloan again advised
that this lot was chosen as it is adjacent to their construction
trailer. He will agree to put up a screening fence on the Heritage side
of this lot, but did request that a gate for deliveries be installed.
Mr. Sloan was asked what the alternatives would be to this fenced yard.
Mr. Sloan advised that without this storage area, the building materials
would have to be stored on each lot. They are planning on building 144
homes in this subdivision, 6 to 8 at a time. They feel that having that
much building material out, there would be a problem with thefts. There
was further discussion regarding the screening fence on Heritage, and it
is the consensus of the board that there be no access on Heritage.
As there were no other persons present wishing to speak either for or
against this case, Chairman Lamb called for a motion to close the public
hearing portion of this case. A motion was then made by Gerald
Thompson, and seconded by Bill Waldrip to close the public hearing. The
motion prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Thompson, Waldrip, Lamb, Troy and Tischler
Nays: None
Chairman Lamb declared the public hearing closed, and there followed a
short period of discussion among the members of the Board of Zoning
Adjustment. The members were in agreement that they would have no
problem with this fenced storage yard, as long as the access was only on
the Willowood side and that the Heritage side was completely screened.
They further mentioned that this would apply only to subdivisions where
the developer was also the only builder. There followed more discussion
regarding regulation of time limit for this fenced storage yard. All
are in agreement that this storage area would be completely removed when
95 percent of houses have been started. Mr. Sloan was in agreement with
this.
As there was nothing further to discuss, Chairman Lamb asked for a
motion regarding this variance. A motion was made by Garry Tischler to
grant this variance with the following exceptions: that the fenced
compound be 50' X 701, chain link fence, except on the Heritage side
where they would install a solid wood fence. This fencing would only
have gates on the Willowood side, and further, that this compound would
be removed when 950 of the homes were started. This motion was seconded
by Gerald Thompson and prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Tischler, Thompson, Lamb and Troy
Nays: Waldrip
The next case for public hearing before the Board of Zoning Adjustment
is BZA85-45 - Evans/Birmingham/Williamson. Mr. Tommy Hardy spoke and
advised that the purpose of this variance request was for exceptions to
landscaping requirements, accessory to principal use requirements and
parking requirements. This case was heard by the Board at the July 11,
1985 regular meting and the original requests for landscaping and
parking were denied, primarily due to the large difference in the amount
of required parking and the number or parking spaces as presented by the
applicant. At the time this request was denied, the applicants were
invited to rework their site plan with the City Staff, and to then come
back in.
Chairman Laub declared the public hearing open and asked if anyone
wished to speak with regard to this variance request. Mr. John Evans
and Mr. Allen Birmingham were at this time issued the Oath of Truth by
Chairman Lamb. Mr. Evans spoke first advising that they had located a
lot for additional parking on Barton Street (behind the subject
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September 5, 1985
Page 6.
property) . This lot would raise the number of parking spaces to 46
spaces in all. Chairman Lamb asked Mir. Evans why they still do not
have an adequate amount of parking spaces. Mr. Evans answered that they
were unable to locate any more land for additional parking. He further
advised that the contract on the lot on Barton Street is subject to
their obtaining a variance.
Chairman Lamb asked if anyone else present wished to speak either for or
against this variance request. At this time, Mr. Richard Atkins,
Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission spoke and advised that he
was against this request for variances as, in his opinion, these
variances are being requested due to financial /economic hardship. Also
expressing a wish to speak were Julie Fisher and John Mayfield. Both
were issued the Oath of Truth by Chairman Lamb. John Mayfield, a
resident and businessman in Grapevine spoke in favor of more business in
the community, and added a statement relative to the importance of
parking to a restaurant. Mr. Mayfield then asked the applicants how the
customers would get from the Barton Street parking lot to the restaurant
located at Main Street and Northwest Highway. He reinforced his
statement regarding parking by reminding all present that there are many
customers who arrive alone, or in other words a one (1) man vehicle.
These automobiles can really add to a parking problem.
Mr. Evans again spoke and reinterated that his group was trying to build
something in order to incorporate the existing stone gas station which
has been at the corner in question for years. Would like to have a
structure that would more or less be a gateway to the downtown area.
Their original plan was for a fast food restaurant or perhaps a gas
station. At this time, Chairman Lamb issued the Oath of Truth to the
architect for the applicants, Mr. Thompson Shutz. Mr. Shutz addressed
the questions regarding landscaping, stating that they had 10 percent •
more landscaping. He also briefly mentioned creating a walkway between
businesses with access from the parking lot on Barton Street. There
followed another short period of discussion. At this time, a Mr. Walt
Buster was issued the Oath of Truth and spoke briefly regarding the
parking situation at this site. Chairman Lamb then aske!. if there was
anyone else present wishing to speak. As there appeared to be no one
else wishing to speak, Chairman Lamb asked for a motion to close the
public hearing portion of this case. A motion was made by Gerald
Thompson to close the public hearing, to which a second was made by Ron
Troy. The motion prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Thompson, Troy, Lamb, Waldrip and Tischler
Nays: None
Chairman Lamb declared the public hearing on BZA85-45 closed, and opened
the discussion to the board.
After much discussion between the members and the applicants relative to
the number of required parking spaces, Mr. Evans advised the board that
there was no way that they could acquire additional parking spaces. He
also added that with reducing the seating in the restaurant (they would
like to keep 75 seats) thereby reducing the number of parking spaces
necessary - they would still be eleven (11) spaces short. Mr. Evans
then asked the board if they would .be willing to proceed this way to
avoid another hearing. There followed still more discussion between the
members.
At this point in the proceedings, Chairman Lamb asked for a motion.
Bill Waldrip made a motion to deny the variances as requested. This
motion was seconded by Garry Tischler, and prevailed by the following
vote:
Ayes: Waldrip, Tischler, Lamb, Thompson and Troy
Nays: None
Board of Zoning Adjustment
September 5, 1985
Page 7.
The Board of Zoning Adjustment was next to hold a public hearing for the
purpose of considering a variance to Section 15,6.1. and Section 15,G.2.
of the Grapevine Zoning Ordinance, with regard to front and rear setback
requirements. Mr. Hardy spoke to all present and advised that the
subject property is lot 42 in the Shore Crest Acres subdivision. At this
time, Chairman Lamb opened the public hearing and asked if anyone
present wished to speak either for or against this request for a
variance. Mr. Darrell Griffin, owner and applicant, expressed a desire
to speak. Chairman Lamb issued the Oath of Truth to Mr. Griffin, and
Mr. Griffin stated that the current ordinance for front and rear
setbacks could not be utilized as his lot depth was inadequate. He
further stated that his home would line up with the front setbacks of
the two existing homes on either side of his lot. These other hams
were build prior to the new ordinance. The front setback would be 251
as in the case of the other homes. The rear yard would be 20' with a
portion of the home extending into the rear yard causing a portion of
the rear setback to be only 101. Mr. Griffin is requesting for these
variances in order to build this home, which will be his residence.
Attached hereto, please find a letter from Mr. Griffin, a plot plan and
four statements signed by Mr. Griffin's neighbors indicating that they
have no objections to his building his hare in this manner. These
aforementioned documents were received by the Staff after the agenda
packets had been assembled and mailed. They will became a part of these
minutes and will be referred to as "Exhibit A".
As there appeared to be no one else wishing to speak, Chairman Lamb
asked for a motion to close the public hearing. A motion to close the
public hearing was made by Garry Tischler, and seconded by Ron Troy.
This motion prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Tischler, Troy, Lamb, Thompson and Waldrip
Nays: None
The public hearing was declared closed.
At this point there was a short period of discussion between the members
of the Board of Zoning Adjustment; after which a motion was made by Bill
Waldrip to grant this variance as requested. The motion was seconded by
Garry Tischler and prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Waldrip, Tischler, Lamb, Troy and Thompson
Nays: None
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The item for public hearing was BZA85-47, Bedford Blue Haven Pools. Mr.
Hardy spoke and advised that this existing pool located at 1805 Dunn, or
lot 2 block 2, built by this company is encroaching one (1' ) foot into
the rear utility easement. Mr. Hardy further stated that the City
Engineering Department has no problem with this encroachment into the
easement.
Chairman Lamb issued the Oath of Truth to Will Dysen and Micky King,
representing Bedford Blue Haven Pools. These representatives stated
that the pool was already in the ground, and they noted that it would be
an extreme hardship to have to relocate this pool. They further stated
that all utilities to this property are in the front, and that the
easement in question has no utilities at this time. Chairman Lamb asked
if anyone else present wished to speak either for or against this
request. As there was no one wishing to speak, Chairman Laub called for
a motion to close the public hearing portion of this case. Gerald
Thompson made a motion to close the public hearing, which was seconded
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September 5, 1985
Page 8.
by Garry Tischler; and prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Thoupson, Tischler, Lamb, Troy and Waldrip
Nays: None
INSIMOM, - - 901219PEON
The next case for public hearing before the Board of Zoning Adjustment
was for a variance
• use a residence at 1500 Laguna Vista Way, Lot 12,
Block 8 or, the Dove Crossing subdivision for a model home and sales
office. It was brought to the Board's attention, by Tonny Hardy, that
this case had been heard • July 11, 1985; and the case was dismissed
for lackof prosecution. At this time, Mr. Bob Shelton was issued the
Oath of Truth by Chairman LaiTb. There followed a long period of
discussion between the applicant, staff, board menbers and the
representative from the City Attorney's Office with regard to rules of
the Board • Zoning Adjustment for reinstatement. At this point in the
meeting Chairman Lamb issued the Oath of Truth to Ted Ware who
questioned Mr. Shelton and the Board relative to reinstatement. Tomy
Hardy pointed out that this is not a request for reinstatement, but
rather a newly filed case for variance. He further stated that under
Section 68J, that if the board determines that this case can be heard,
then the case may be heard. After more discussion, it was decided that
the original decision of the Board of Zoning Adjustment on July 11, 1985
stands, and that the applicant may come in before the board prior to a
years tine if another piece of property in the subject subdivision is
altered or changed and ccmes before the Board of Zoning Adjustment. If
this does not occur, then the one (1) year limit stands. Relative to
this night's meting, Chairman Lamb stated that this case cannot be
heard and requested that the applicant's $100.00 fee be refunded.
This public hearing is for an application submitted by Orion Joint
Venture for Orion Place located on Dooley Street, and currently zoned
R-NT-2. Tommy Hardy introduced thIs application and stated that the
final plat was approved prior to the new zoning amendments, however, the
site plan has never been approved. At this time Chairman Lamb declared
the public hearing open and issued the Oath of Truth to Mr. John Powell
representing this case. Mr. Powell briefly explained the reasons for
this request for variance. At this point the Oath of Truth was
administered to Mr. Bill Lindsay, who spoke with regard to this request
for variance. As there was no one else present expressing a wish to
speak, Chairman Laub asked for a motion to close the public hearing
portion • this case. Gerald Thompson made a motion, which was seconded
by Ron Troy to close the public hearing. This prevailed by the
following vote:
Ayes: Thompson, Troy, Lamb, Waldrip and Tischler
Nays: None
The meeting was then turned over to the board for further discussion.
As there was much confusion at this point over what the applicant was
actually asking for in this request for variance, it was suggested at
this point • Tommy Hardy, that perhaps this case be tabled for further
study. A motion was made by Gerald Thompson to table this case until
the next meeting. This motion was seconded by Garry Tischler, and
prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Thompson, Tischler, Lamb, Troy and Waldrip
Nays: None
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September 5, 1985
Page 9.
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Tommy Hardy introduced the next case for public hearing, Mr. Ken
Taylor's request for variance to Ordinance 82-73 for Westwood and Banyan
subdivisions. Mr. Hardy pointed out that these two subdivision plats
had been approved prior to the new zoning amendments. The requested
variances are for buffer area, landscape and open space requirements.
There has not been a site plan approved for either of these
subdivisions, and the applicant is in the process of replating. Ernest
Lee, Partner in Westwood Development Company was sworn in by Chairman
Lamb and while speaking indicated that the replatting was due to the
fact that the City was requesting an additional 10 feet of right-of-way
on Hood Lane. Tommy Hardy again spoke and advised that the reason for
the replat was not for an additional 10 feet of right-of-way, but to
correct mistakes in the legal description of the plats. Chairman Lamb
asked if anyone else present wished to speak, and at this time, swore in
Marion Yeagel of Grapevine, who spoke against the variance requests.
Mr. Ken Taylor was then sworn in, and spoke briefly in favor of the
request. Also sworn in was Dan Jones a member of the Oak Grove
Homeowners Association, who read a letter from that association opposing
this request for variance. That letter is attached and is referred to as
"Exhibit B". Mr. Powell spoke to all regarding the hardship which
would result if the variances were denied. Richard Atkins then spoke
briefly and indicated his feelings that since there is so much confusion
with regard to why the replat, he would recommend tabling for further
study. Julie Fisher, previously sworn in, spoke against the granting
of this variance. At this point Chairman Lamb asked is anyone else
wished to speak either for or against this variance request. As no one
else indicated a desire to speak, Chairman Lamb asked for a motion to
close the public hearing portion of this case. A motion was made by
Bill Waldrip to close the public hearing, which was seconded by Ron Troy
and which prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Waldrip, Troy, Lamb, Thompson and Tischler
Nays: None
The case was then discussed by the members of the Board of Zoning
Adjustment. After much discussion, Bill Waldrip recommended that the
variance be denied. With further discussion, a motion was made by
Garry Tischler to table this request for variance until the October 3,
1985 meeting. This motion was seconded by Gerald Thompson, and
prevailed by the following vote:
Ayes: Tischler, Thompson, Lamb and Troy
Nays: Waldrip
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The next case for public hearing before the Board of Zoning Adjustment
was Kaker & Ware regarding a variance to Zoning Ordinance 82-73, Section
54 (Masonry) for the property located at 541 Industrial Blvd., or Lot 4R
of Grapevine Industrial Park. Chairman Lamb issued the Oath of Truth to
Mr. Ware who advised those present that the new building would not be
visible from the street and that the existing building do not have
masonry. Mr. Ware is asking that an exception be made to the 700
masonry requirement. Chairman Lamb asked if anyone else present wished
to speak either for or against this request. As no one else wished to
speak, Chairman Lamb asked for a motion to close the public hearing
portion of this case. A motion was made by Garry Tischler to close the
public hearing, which was seconded by Ron Troy and which prevailed by
the following vote:
Ayes: Tischler, Troy, Lamb, Waldrip and Thompson
Nays: None
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Ayes: Tischler, Thompson, Lamb, Troy and Waldrip
Nays: None
Ayes: Troy, Tischler, Lamb, Waldrip and Thompson
Nays: None
There followed a brief period of discussion between the members of the
boardir after which, a motion was made by Bill Waldrip to deny this
request, as he saw no hardship in this situation. The motion was
seconded • Ron Troy, and the motion failed for lack • 2/3 majority as
follows:
Ayes: Waldrip, Troy and
Nays: Thompson and TischAle
Another motion was made by Garry Tischler to grant this request for
variance. This motion was seconded by Gerald Thompson, and also failed
due to lack • oritv as follows:
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sale as single-family residences. Weekly Homes has agreed to post a
letter on the premises at all times. Ted Ware also spoke during this
portion of this public hearing. Chairman Lamb called for a motion to
close the public hearing, as it appeared no one else wished to speak.
A motion was then made by Garry Tischler to close the public hearing,
which was seconded by Gerald Thompson. This motion prevailed by the
following vote:
Ayes: Tischler, Thompson, Lamb, Waldrip and Troy
Nays: None
After a very brief period of discussion a motion to approve this
variance as requested was made by Gerald Thompson. This motion was
seconded by Garry Tischler, and the motion prevailed by the following
vote:
Ayes: Thompson, Tischler, Lamb, Troy and Waldrip
Nays: None
At this point in this meeting, Tam-ay Hardy recommended that a maximum of
ten (10) cases be used on each agenda (meting). After much discussion
between members of the Board of Zoning Adjustment, the consensus seemed
to be to keep as is and to not put a limit on the number of cases.
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Board of Zoning Adjustment to consider minutes of the following
meetings: March 28, May 28, June 6, June 27 and July 11, 1985.
After a review of the aforementioned minutes, a motion was made by Bill
Waldrip to approve all of the previously mentioned minutes as submitted.
This motion was seconded by Gerald Thompson, and prevailed by the
following vote:
Ayes: Waldrip, Thompson, Lamb, Tischler and Troy
Nays: None
Chairman Lamb declared the meeting adjourned at approximately 11:30 P.M.
PASSES AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS ON THIS THE 2nd DAY OF JANUARY _. 1986.
ATTEST:
Secretary
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