To: Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Alexis Zimmerman, Planner II
Subject:
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PUBLIC HEARING: Consider a request for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for an existing approximately 1,452 square-foot accessory structure located in front of the main home, on 2.891 acres, located on the north side of Bancroft Road, approximately 423 feet northeast from the intersection of Bancroft Road and Bourland Road, legally described as Lot 1, Block A of the TNT Dean Addition, zoned Single-Family 36,000 square-foot lot size or greater (SF-36) and addressed 537 Bancroft Road. Todd and Christina Dean, Applicant/Owner. (SUP-2510-0043)
Background:
The property was platted in April 2024.
The Applicant requests a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to complete construction of an approximately 1,452 square-foot detached accessory building.
The subject building is a replacement of an old metal building that, according to historic aerial imagery, has been on the property at least 20 years. The property owners demolished the original structure to the foundation and began rebuilding without a permit. After a stop work order was issued, they retroactively applied for a building permit.
An SUP is required for exceeding 1,200 square-feet for any accessory structure in the SF-36 zoning district.
The partially remodeled structure is in the same location of the previous building. Since that location is in front of the main home, the Applicants have also requested a variance to allow it to remain there.
Site Design:
The proposed site plan calls for the structure to be located in front of the existing home and will conform to the setback requirements of the SF-36 zoning district.
The structure is proposed to be constructed on an existing concrete slab that is approximately 67 feet from the front and 18 feet from the west side property line.
UDC Section 9.06 (5) states that detached accessory buildings shall be prohibited in front of the main building. The Applicants request a variance to allow the structure to remain in front of the main home.
Elevations:
The requested structure is a replacement of a previously demolished accessory building in the same location. The structure is proposed to be constructed of natural stone wainscoting to 40”, with a metal roof and walls, painted to match the main 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 proposed structure is approximately 11 feet 6 inches; measured from the average of the base plate and the peak (13 feet) of the roof.
Existing structures:
The main home is approximately 9,662 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. There are no other accessory structures on the lot. The square-footage of the proposed structure is less than 50% of the square-footage of the main structure.
Request:
1. An SUP to construct an accessory structure that exceeds 1,200 square-feet in the SF-36 zoning district.
2. A variance to allow the structure to remain located in front of the main home.
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 November 13, 2025, the City mailed 24 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 8 letters and 2 emails of support, and 4 emails of opposition from property owners outside of the 200’ buffer, in response to this request.
Alternatives:
The Planning and Zoning Commission has the following options when considering Specific Use Permit requests with variances:
• 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, this Specific Use Permit application will be scheduled for City Council action on December 16, 2025.