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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAmended Final Plat - Westchase Village Subdivision, Section OneRK DATE: January 23, 2002 TO: Planning Commission FROM: Stephen C. Richardson, Planning Manager SUBJECT: Consider the Amended Final Plat of Westchase Village Addition, Section One with a variance to the 25 foot front yard building setback for Lots 1-8, Block 1. FILE: Amended Final Plat - Westchase Village Subdivision, Section One The Planning Manager recommends approval of the amended Final Plat of Westchase Village Addition, Section One and a variance to the front yard building setback from 25 feet to 20 feet for Lots 1-8, Block 1. This 4.21 acre subdivision received preliminary plat approval on December 4, 2000. The final plat for this subdivision was filed for record on November 9, 2001, The purpose of this amending plat is to alleviate a lot depth condition shown on the final plat. A discrepancy in survey information in Gladys West, Section One was found after approval of the preliminary plat. Street and utility construction drawings were unfortunately based upon the preliminary plat dimensions resulting in lot depths less than what Nichols Development would like. An additional 5 feet will be allocated for the rear yards. Streets and utilities have been completed and approved. Granting of the variance would be for Lots 1-8, Block 1, The development for the next section of Westchase Village (to the north) would incorporate a curve in the right-of-way of Sunflower similar to the one between Gladys West, Section One and Westchase Village. This would allow the 20 foot front yard building setbacks to align themselves with the normal 25 foot setbacks on the next section. This amended final plat was sent to all interested parties. No objections have been received. Exhibits are attached. Fittz ♦ Shipman Ulf December 19, 2001 City of Beaumont 901 Main Street Beaumont, Texas 77704 Attention: Stephen C. Richardson, AICP Planning Director Reference: Amended Plat Westchase Village Section One Dear Mr. Richardson: Consulting Engineers and Land Surveyors This subdivision consists of Lots 1-8, Block 1, Lots 1-6, Block 2 and Lots 1-4, Block 3. This is a 4.21 acre tract which is north of the existing Gladys West Subdivision, Section One. We have extended Sunflower Lane to the north. The Nichols Development Company plans to develop an additional 76 acres farther north. The purpose of amending the subject plat is to alleviate a lot depth condition shown and approved on the preliminary plat but is reduced on the final recorded plat. Referring to Section 24-30 of the subdivision regulations "variances, exceptions and appears", Fittz & Shipman, Inc. on behalf of our client Nichols Development Company respectfully requests a variance on the 25 foot front yard building setback to 20 feet for Lots 1-8, Block 1. Section 30-25 B.I. requires a 25 foot front yard setback for lots in the residential districts. The difference in lot depths along the west side of Sunflower are 120 feet on the preliminary plat to 112.25 feet on the final recorded plat. The depth shown on the preliminary plat is based on earlier survey information based on Gladys West Subdivision Section one and found to be in error. Nichols was not the original developer. Street and utility construction drawings were unfortunately based upon the preliminary plat dimensions resulting in lot depths not usable to accommodate Nichols Development Company desire to build quality affordable houses with nice backyards for neighborhood gatherings and in -ground swimming pools. An additional 5 foot will be allocated for the rear yards. Streets and utilities have been completed and approved. The granting of a variance for the front yard building setbacks for Lots I through 8, Block I to 20 feet would allow Nichols Development Company to proceed with their quality home construction. The variance would not be detrimental to the public safety, health or welfare or be injurious to other property. We were not able to purchase additional land, which abuts the 8 lots to the west, Rejection of the variance would incur a severe hardship to the developer, 1405 Cornerstone Court,• Beaumont, Texas 77706 e (409) 832-7238 o fax (409) 832-7303 The development of the next section of Westchase Village (to the north) would incorporate a curve into the right-of-way of Sunflower similar to the one between Gladys Wes Section One and Westchase Village, This would allow the 20 foot front yard building setbacks to align themselves with the normal 25 foot setbacks on the next section (see attached Exhibit "A"), Therefore, the variance request applies to only Lots I through 8, Block 1, and will not be applicable to any other properties. This proposal will in no way cause a significant divergence to the provisions of the zoning ordinance or the comprehensive plan. Your acceptance of the amended final plat will be appreciated. Sincerely, FITL! j n R. W� r JRHJrIp I ,ompany I. i - DISHMAN FUTURE DEVELOPMENT VILLAM SEC110N ON AX q FUTVRE DELAWARE P=w PLUX VICINITY MAP NTS AMENDED PLAT OF MIESTICHAS"M VILLACG4 I E SECTION ONE LOTS 1 THROUGH 8, BLOCK 1 LOTS 1 THROUGH 6, BLOCK 2 LOTS 1 THROUGH 4, BLOCK 3 OUT OF THE HEZEKIAH WILLIAMS SURVEY, A-56 AWADDITION TO THE CITY OF BEAUMONT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS A SUBDIVISION OF 4.21 ACRES OF LAND DEVELOPER: NICHOLS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, INC. PE.M. 1� MEM,bEwj i GENERAL INFORMATION/PUBLIC UTILITIES Muller-1,191 I 94TV-111 I =01 EXISTING ZONING: PROPERTY SIZE: EXISTING LAND USES: SURROUNDING LAND USES: NORTH: Vacant land (futureresidential development) EAST: Church SOUTH: Residential WEST: Vacant land COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: OTHER PHYSICAL FEATURES: Fittz and Shipman, Inc. Nichols Development Company, Inc. N. Major Drive, north of Bluebonnet RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling - Highest Density) and RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District 4.21 acres Vacant and single family residential "C" - Minimal flooding SURROUNDING ZONING: RM-H (Residential Multiple Family Dwelling -Highest Density) and RS (Residential Single Family Dwelling) District RS RM-H and RS Neighborhood Growth Unit This is part of a 78 acre tract to be developed by the Nichols Development Company. STREETS: Sunflower Lane is a local street with a 50'wide right-of-way with a 28' wide pavement. Deer Chase Drive is a local street with a 50' wide right-of-way with a 28'wide pavement, WATER: Storm sewers lie in the streets and in casements that empty into the DD#6 retention pond located behind and east of Gladys West Subdivision, Section One. A 6" water line has been extended from the existing line in Sunflower. GENERAL INFORMATION/PUBLIC UTILITIES continued SANITARY SEWER A 6" sanitary sewer line has been extended SERVICE: from the existing line in Sunflower, FIRE PROTECTION: Fire protection is provided by Station #9, 7010 Gladys Avenue, ADEQUACY OF SERVICE: Services are adequate.