To: Aaron Rector, City Manager
From: Kalvin Eddleman, Planner I
Subject:
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider an ordinance approving a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for an approximately 1,883 square-foot accessory structure, on approximately 11.24 acres, located on the north side of Barbara Lane, approximately 1,350 feet west from the intersection of Barbara Lane and Rufe Snow Drive, legally described as Lot 5A, Homesite, of the Black Addition, zoned Single-Family 36,000 square-foot lot size or greater (SF-36) and addressed 715 Barbara Lane. Douglas Stamps, Applicant/Owner. (SUP-2607-0022)
Background:
The Applicant requests a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for an 1,883 square-foot barn with an approximate average height of 18 feet 2 inches.
The proposed structure is to be used for storage and a workspace to support the associated agricultural activities.
There are two 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.
Site Design:
The proposed site plan shows the structure is located behind the main home and will conform to the setback requirements of the SF-36 zoning district.
Elevations:
The applicant has stated that the barn will be a fully framed and finished structure that has been designed to complement the architectural character and quality of the main home. Elevation renderings are included in the attached applicant packet.
Existing structures:
The existing home on the property is intended to be demolished. The new main home will be approximately 5,980 square-feet. The UDC states that the combined area of all accessory buildings on a lot shall be less than 50% of the main structure, unless approved by an SUP. The proposed 1,883 square foot structure is less than 50% of the square-footage of the main structure.
Request:
1. An SUP for the proposed accessory structure 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. The proposed average height is approximately 18 feet 2 inches.
Summary:
Section 8.02 (F)(2)(a) 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 July 30, 2026, the City mailed 23 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 also posted on the site.
Staff has received no public opinion letters in response to this request.
Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At the August 11, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, Commissioners unanimously recommended approval of the SUP request as presented.
Alternatives:
The City Council has the following options when considering Specific Use Permit requests:
• Approve as submitted.
• Approve with modified or additional condition(s).
• Table the agenda item to a specific date with clarification of intent and purpose.
• Deny.