To: Aaron Rector, City Manager
From: Sarah Hensley, Director of Development Services
Subject:
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider an ordinance approving a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for an existing 1,750 square-foot accessory structure and carport, on .86 acres, located on the east side of Oakwood Drive, approximately 580 feet northwest from the intersection of Bancroft Road and Oakwood Drive, legally described as Lot 5, Block 3 of the One Thousand Oaks Addition, zoned Single-Family 36,000 square-foot lot size or greater (SF-36) and addressed 1016 Oakwood Drive. Brad Robert, Southern Customs, Applicant. Chris Munro, Owner. (SUP-2511-0051)
Background:
The property was platted in 1973 and the main home was built in 1978.
The Applicant requests a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for an existing 1,750 square-foot accessory building and carport that was constructed in 2025.
In February 2025, the Applicant submitted a building permit application for a residential detached accessory structure with a site plan showing a 25’ x 45’ new building (total of 1,125 square-feet). During the review process, staff did not realize the grading plan submitted showed a 25’ x 70’ building (total of 1,750 square-feet) or that the Applicant intended to have a carport attached to the front of the structure.
In June 2025, the structure passed final inspection by the city, but the carport had not yet been added.
In July 2025, Code Compliance received a complaint of work being done on a carport without a permit. When the property was inspected, the carport addition on the front of the structure was under construction and the property owner and contractor were notified of the SUP requirement.
An SUP is required for exceeding 1,200 square-feet for any accessory structure in the SF-36 zoning district. An SUP is also required for a detached carport in the SF-36 zoning district, and to allow the square footage of the accessory structure to exceed 50% of the main home.
Site Design:
The site plan shows the structure is located behind the existing home and conforms to the setback requirements of the SF-36 zoning district.
The structure was constructed on a new concrete slab that is approximately 160 feet from the front property line and abides by all setback requirements for the SF-36 zoning district.
Elevations:
The structure is constructed of ash gray metal and cedar columns with stone bases. The building and roof colors match the aesthetics of the existing home.
UDC Section 9.06 (A)(9) states that the maximum height of an accessory building shall not exceed fifteen feet (15') unless approved by a SUP for additional height.
The average height of the structure is approximately 14 feet, 6 inches.
Existing structures:
The main home is approximately 3,362 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 1,750 square-foot accessory building is more than 50% of the size of the primary dwelling.
Request:
1. An SUP to construct an accessory structure that exceeds 1,200 square-feet in the SF-36 zoning district.
2. An SUP for a detached carport in the SF-36 zoning district.
3. An SUP for the combined square footage of accessory buildings on the lot to exceed 50% of the main structure.
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 February 12, 2026, the City mailed 20 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 February 24, 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.