To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Ethan Flanders, Planner I
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP), for a 4,800 square-foot accessory structure, on 6.4 acres, located on the south side of Shady Grove, approximately 240 feet west from the intersection of Shady Grove Road and Keller Smithfield Road, legally described as Lot 9 of the Estes Farm Tracts Addition, zoned Single-Family 36,000 square-foot lot size or greater (SF-36) and addressed 7230 Shady Grove. Bradley Harville, Applicant. Charles Dombeck, Owner. (SUP-2510-0040)
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Background:
The applicant is requesting an SUP to construct a 4,800 square foot accessory structure for the purpose of storing automobiles, livestock feed, and agricultural equipment. In the SF-36 zoning district, an SUP is required for accessory structures that exceed 1,200 square feet in total size.
There are three SUP triggers for the proposed structure:
1. An SUP to exceed 1,200 square feet in the SF-36 zoning district.
2. An SUP for the height of the structure to exceed an average of 15 feet tall.
3. An SUP to allow the total square-footage of all accessory structures on the property to exceed 50% of the square-footage of the existing home.
Structure Location:
The concept plan submitted by the Applicant indicates that the structure will be located on the southern portion of the property, situated wholly behind the main residence.
The Applicant intends to meet all other UDC guidelines and setbacks for the SF-36 zoning district.
Elevations:
The accessory structure will be composed of metal roofing and siding. The structure will feature a 60-foot by 60-foot enclosed interior footprint, with an additional 60-foot by 20-foot lean-to covered area extending off the southern side. The average height of the structure will be 21-feet.
Existing Structures:
According to the Tarrant Appraisal District, the main home is approximately 5,990 square feet.
There are five existing detached accessory structures on the 6.4-acre property:
1. Existing Shed (1,750 square-feet)
2. Existing Shed (200 square-feet)
3. Existing Pool Shed (100 square-feet)
4. Existing Hay Barn (400 square-feet)
5. Existing Hay Barn (120 square-feet) Used solely for agricultural purposes, so it does not apply toward the maximum number of structures allowed.
The UDC states the combined area of all accessory buildings on a lot shall be less than 50% of the main structure, unless approved by an SUP. If this SUP request is approved, the total square-footage of the accessory structures will be more than 50% of the square-footage of the main home.
If this SUP request is approved, then there will be 6 accessory structures on the property, with 5 counting towards the maximum allowed. The Applicant is requesting a variance to allow for more than 2 accessory structures on the lot.
Surrounding Land Use Designations:
North: Medium-Density Single Family (MD-SF)
East: Low-Density Single Family (LD-SF)
South: Low-Density Single Family (LD-SF)
West: Low-Density Single Family (LD-SF)
Requests:
1. An SUP for an accessory structure to exceed 1,200 square feet in the SF-36 zoning district. The proposed structure is 4,800 square feet.
2. An SUP for the height of the structure to exceed an average of 15 feet tall. The proposed average height is 21 feet.
3. An SUP to allow the total square-footage of all accessory structures on the property to exceed 50% of the square-footage of the existing home.
4. A variance to allow for more than 2 accessory structures on the property.
Summary:
Section 8.02 (F)(2) of the UDC states that when considering a SUP request, the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council shall consider the following factors:
1) The use is harmonious and compatible with surrounding existing uses or proposed uses;
2) The activities requested by the applicant are normally associated with the permitted uses in the base district;
3) The nature of the use is reasonable and appropriate in the immediate area;
4) Any negative impact on the surrounding area has been mitigated; and
5) That any additional conditions specified ensure that the intent of the district purposes are being upheld.
Citizen Input:
On November 13, 2025, the City mailed out 40 letters of notification for this Public Hearing to all property owners within three-hundred feet (300’) of the subject site. A public hearing notice sign was posted on the site.
Staff has received no letters of support or opposition in response to this SUP request.
Alternatives:
The Planning and Zoning Commission has the following options when considering a Specific Use Permit:
§ Recommend approval as submitted.
§ Recommend approval with modified or additional condition(s).
§ Table the agenda item to a specific date with clarification of intent and purpose.
§ Recommend denial.
City Council Action:
If the Planning and Zoning Commission takes action and makes a recommendation on this agenda item, then this Specific Use Permit application will be scheduled for City Council action on December 16, 2025.