To: Aaron Rector, City Manager
From: Alexis Russell, Planner II
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider an ordinance approving a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for an existing 1,080 square-foot detached accessory structure, with a variance to encroach the rear setback, on approximately 0.91 acres, on the south side of Summer Breeze Court, approximately 1,780 feet southwest from the Summer Lane and North Pearson Lane intersection, legally described as Lot 31, Block 2 of the Summer Ridge Estates Addition, zoned Single-Family 36,000 square-foot lot size or greater (SF-36) and addressed 1401 Summer Breeze Court. Matthew and Jordan Fleetwood, Owner/Applicant. (SUP-2503-0015)
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Background:
In November 2024, a Stop Work Order was issued to the property for construction of an accessory structure without a permit.
In January 2025, the Applicant submitted a building permit for the structure. During staff review, it was determined that the structure encroached the rear setback, and that the structure would require approval of a Specific Use Permit (SUP). The SUP requested is to allow the total square-footage of all accessory structures on the property to exceed 50% of the square-footage of the existing home.
The Applicant requests this SUP with a variance to complete construction on an approximately 1,080 square-foot detached accessory structure to be used for storage, boat coverage, and to protect the existing well.
Site Design:
The structure is located behind the main home, approximately 10 feet north from the south property line, which will encroach the rear setback by 5 feet.
UDC Section 8.04 (2)(g)(2) restricts the maximum square footage of a detached accessory building in SF-36 to 1,200 square feet unless approved by a SUP. The Applicant is requesting a 1,080 square-foot structure.
Elevations:
The proposed structure will be composed of metal. The average height of the structure will be 13 feet at roof ridge, which will meet the UDC maximum average height allowed by right.
Existing structures:
According to the Applicant and the Tarrant Appraisal District, the main home was built in 1985 and is approximately 2,323 square-feet.
There are two existing detached accessory structures on the 0.91-acre property:
1. Well shed, that will be removed if this SUP request is approved.
2. Detached carport (289 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 a SUP. If the SUP is approved, the combined square-footage of accessory structures on the property will be 1,369 square-feet, which is more than 50% of the main structure.
Variances requested:
The Applicant requests a variance with this SUP request to encroach the rear setback by 5 feet.
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 April 10, 2025, the City mailed out 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 posted on the site.
Staff has received two letters of opposition from within the 200’ buffer, and one letter of support, in response to this SUP request.
Opposition within the 200’ buffer totals 24.3%, so a supermajority vote has been triggered.
Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At the April 22, 2025, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, Commissioners recommended approval of the SUP request by a vote of 5-2.
Alternatives:
The City Council has the following options when considering a Specific Use Permit:
• 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.