Item 6C - PresentationSpecific Use Permit for a Residential Solar
Energy System- 1601 Regal Oaks Drive
Item 6C ZA18-0042
ZA18-0042
Owner/
Applicant: K. Wayne Lee
Request: Approval of a Specific Use Permit for a Residential Solar
Energy System totaling approximately 525 square feet
and located on the rear side of the roof.
Location: 1601 Regal Oaks Drive
Future Land Use
Zoning
Aerial View
Southlake
Westlake
Proposed Solar Panel Layout
Solar Panels Total: 30
Solar Panel Details
Site Photographs
View from Regal Oaks Dr.
View from Tuscan Ridge Cir.
View from Randol Mill Ave.
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Site Photographs
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Looking North
Looking Southwest
Planning & Zoning Commission
October 18, 2018; Approved (5-0) as presented,
subject to the Staff Report dated October 12, 2018
and the Specific Use Permit Review Summary No. 2,
dated October 9, 2018.
Questions?
45.17 SPECIFIC REGULATIONS FOR SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS (As amended by Ordinance No. 480 -WWW)
The purpose of this section is to establish standards for Solar Energy Systems. A Solar Energy System shall be
approved by City Council through the Specific Use Permit process and may be subject to other requirements as
deemed necessary.
RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Ground Mounted Systems:
Front Yard: No system shall be located forward of the principal building on the lot.
Side and Rear: No system shall be located less than ten (10) feet from any side or rear property line.
Roof Mounted Systems:
Height: No system shall be installed greater than six (6) inches between the panel and roof.
ALL ZONES
No solar energy system shall be constructed upon a lot until a building permit has been issued or principal use
has actually been commenced.
A line of sight analysis will be required in addition to the applicable submittal requirements under Section 40
(Development Plans and Site Plans) of the City of Southlake Zoning Ordinance.
City Focus Areas: Safety &
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Managemen
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Infrastructur
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Quality
Developme
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The PDS Department will promote rational, economical, and environmentally efficient use of land that allows Southlake to grow and
develop in a manner that preserves the quality of life, ensures protection of the natural environment, promotes economic
prosperity, and maintains the health and safety of the community.
C1 Achieve the highest
standards of safety & security
C3 Provide attractive & unique
spaces for enjoyment of
personal interests
L6 Foster positive
employee engagement
PDSC3 Promote public awareness/understanding of
and participation in the planning process (C6)
PDSB2 Provide data and geographical
information that is accurate, informative,
easily communicated and obtainable (B6)
PDSL1 Provide a solutions oriented, well-trained, customer
oriented and certified workforce (L3)
PDSB1 Manage, oversee and
communicate/educate the public on
entitlement, permitting and inspection
process (B4)
B4 Provide high quality services
through sustainable business
practices
PDSF1 Provide high value services through the efficient
management of resources (F1)
C6 Enhance sense of community by
providing excellent customer service
and citizen engagement opportunities
L1 Ensure our people understand
the strategy and how they
contribute to it
PDSC2 Develop, manage and communicate planning
efforts to support the City’s vision and address the
Citizen Survey results (C3)
PDSL2 Build a positive, productive and engaged workforce
that supports the City’s mission and strategic goals (L6)
PDSF2 Comply with adopted financial controls and ensure
fiscal accountability at all levels (F4)
PDS CRITICAL BUSINESS
OUTCOMES
PDSCBO1 – Develop & adopt 2035
plan elements & implement
recommendations from the 2030
and 2035 plan elements (CBO5)
PDSCBO2 – Implement efficiency
improvements identified in the 2015
LEAN Process Improvement exercise
(CB03)
PDSCBO3 – Effectively communicate
development related information
(capital projects, agendas, processes
and projects) (CBO2 & 3)
B6 Optimize use of
technology
F1 Adhere to financial management
principles & budget
F4 Establish and maintain
effective internal controls
City Corporate Objectives
Serve Our Customers
Provide Financial Stewardship
Promote Learning & Growth
Manage the Business
PDSC1 Provide guidance and resources for the orderly and cost
efficient development of the City that is attractive, safe and consistent
with the comprehensive plan (C1)
PDSB3 Utilize volunteers in a manner that assists
in the management of the business but provides
an educational or learning benefit to the
participant(B4/C5)
C5 Promote opportunities
for partnerships & volunteer
involvement
PDSL3 Create a formalized training and mentoring
program to ensure smooth succession planning (L6)
CITY CRITICAL BUSINESS
OUTCOMES
CBO5 – Improve quality of life through
progressive implementation of
Southlake’s Comprehensive Plan
recommendations.
CBO3 – Engage in thoughtful planning
to ensure continued high quality
development that is integrated well
into the current built environment.
CBO2 – Enhance mobility through
aggressive traffic management
initiatives and capital project
implementation.
PDSB4 Engage in strategic foresight to
anticipate, evaluate and address future
challenges and opportunities that my impact
the City and department (B4)