To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Amber Washington, Planner I
Subject:
Title
PUBLIC HEARING: Consider requests for Specific Use Permits (SUPs) to allow the property owner to convert approximately 750 square-feet of an existing 1,500 square-foot accessory structure into an Accessory Dwelling Unit on 2.14 acres, on the west side of Buckner Lane, approximately 600 feet northwest of the intersection of Buckner Lane and Shady Grove Road, legally described as Lot 2, Block A of the Boyer Addition, zoned Single-Family lots 36,000 square-feet or greater (SF-36), and addressed as 8605 Buckner Lane. Randy McAlister, Owner/Applicant. (SUP-23-0020).
Background:
A 1,500 square-foot accessory structure has been on the property since at least 2004 according to historic aerials. The Applicant requests an SUP to allow conversion of approximately 750 square-feet of the structure into an apartment for his son and daughter-in-law. The Accessory Dwelling Unit will comprise 1 bedroom and 1.5 baths.
Two additional SUPs for consideration include an SUP for the existing accessory structure to be more than 1,200 square-feet, and for both accessory structures on the property (approximately 1,950 square-feet combined) to be in excess of half the square footage of the main dwelling unit (2,452 square-feet).
Site Design:
The property is approximately 2.14 acres. According to the Keller Unified Development Code, ADUs are permitted by an SUP on lots with a minimum of 1.5 acres. The existing 1,500 square-foot accessory structure sits behind the main dwelling unit as also required by the UDC.
Materials and Plans:
The proposed ADU structure has a siding exterior and shingled roof that complements the main dwelling unit. The structure will not be expanded to accommodate the requested conversion.
A registered sanitarian is conducting a site survey and conversion to an aerobic septic system for the main house and ADU. All work being performed will be completed by licensed professionals.
Summary:
Section 8.02 (F)(2) of the UDC states that when considering a SUP request, the Planning and Zoning Commission 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 June 29, 2023 the City mailed out 30 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 not received any support or opposition to this 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 August 1, 2023.
Supporting Documents:
§ Aerial and Zoning Maps
§ Staff Attachment - Application and Supporting Documents