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 approximately 625 square-foot carport addition to an existing 1,210 square-foot accessory structure, on 1.43 acres, located on the north side of Barbara Lane, approximately 767 feet northwest from the intersection of Barbara Lane and Rufe Snow Drive, legally described as Lot 1, Block A of the Harris Addition, zoned Single-Family 36,000 square-foot lot size or greater (SF-36) and addressed 811 Barbara Lane. Bobbi and Alan Van Reet, Applicant/Owner. (SUP-2511-0050)
Background:
The property was platted in August 2003.
The Applicant requests a Specific Use Permit (SUP) to be allowed to retain a 625 square-foot addition to a previously permitted 1,210 square-foot structure.
The Applicant received a permit in 2022 for a 1,185 square-foot structure (MISC22-0150). According to the site plan submitted for the current SUP request, the total built square-footage ended up being 1,210 square-feet. This structure was composed of a 600 SF enclosed space, with an additional 610 square-foot patio.
In October 2025, a Stop Work Order was issued for expanding the structure without a permit. The unpermitted addition is approximately 25 feet by 25 feet (625 square-feet).
The extended structure is proposed to be used for weather protection for hobbies, agricultural equipment, and for vehicles. Because the additional structure can be used as shelter for vehicles, it is considered a carport.
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.
Site Design:
The proposed site plan calls for the structure to be located behind the existing home and will conform to the setback requirements of the SF-36 zoning district.
The structure was constructed on an existing concrete slab that is approximately 237 feet from the front, 17 feet from the west side property line, and 18 feet from the rear property line.
Elevations:
The requested addition is proposed to match the materials of the original structure. The structure is constructed of metal tubing and roof.
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 13 feet; measured from the average of the base plate and the peak (16 feet) of the roof.
Existing structures:
The main home is approximately 3,824 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. An SUP for a detached carport in the SF-36 zoning district.
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 December 31, 2025, the City mailed 10 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.
Alternatives:
The Planning and Zoning Commission has the following options when considering Specific Use Permit requests:
• 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 February 3, 2026.