Item 5 - Staff Report and ExhibitsCase No.
ZBA25-0004
S T A F F R E P O R T
April 17, 2025
CASE NO: ZBA25-0004
PROJECT: 703 Chaucer Ct – Variance for Setback
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY: Michael and Kate Douglas are requesting a Variance to Zoning Ord. No. 480, Section
14.5.d, as amended, requiring a rear yard of not less than 35’, provided that the lot is
fronting on a cul-de-sac, on property described as Lot 9, Block 2, Cambridge Place
Phase I and located at 703 Chaucer Ct, Southlake, Tarrant County, Texas. Current
Zoning: “SF-20A” Single Family Residential District. SPIN Neighborhood #8.
REQUEST: The purpose of this request is to seek approval for a Variance to Ordinance No. 480,
as amended, Section 14.5.d requiring a rear yard of not less than 35’, provided that
the lot is fronting on a cul-de-sac, to add a cabana that will be attached to the principal
structure. The request is a reduction of the setback from 35’ to 20’ from the property
boundary. The existing pergola structure was constructed around 2003 (based on
aerial photography) and is approximately 25’ from the property line.
ACTION NEEDED: 1) Conduct a Public Hearing
2) Consider Approval of Requests
ZBA ACTION: March 27, 2025; A motion was made to table (5-0) the case to the April 24, 2025
meeting.
ATTACHMENTS: (A) Background Information
(B)Vicinity Map
(C)Surrounding Property Owners Map and Responses
(D)Plans and Support Information
STAFF CONTACT: Cyndi Cheng (817) 748-8269
Jennifer Crosby (817) 748-8195
Department of Planning & Development Services
Case No. Attachment A
ZBA24-0009 Page 1
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
OWNER: Michael and Kate Douglas
PROPERTY SITUATION: 703 Chaucer Court
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 9, Block 2, Cambridge Place Phase I
LAND USE CATEGORY: Medium Density Residential
CURRENT ZONING: “SF-20A” Single Family Residential District
HISTORY:
• The property was annexed in 1956 (Ordinance No. 45).
• Final Plat (ZA95-123) for Cambridge Place was filed in May 1996.
• A building permit for new residential home was granted in February
1997.
• A pool permit was issued in 2002.
WATER & SEWER: The property is served by a 6” water line in Chaucer Ct. and a 6” sewer line to
the west of the property.
STAFF COMMENTS: The application and exhibits are provided in this Staff Report.
To authorize in specific cases variances from the terms of this ordinance as
will not be contrary to the public interest, where due to special conditions, a
literal enforcement of the provisions of this ordinance would result in
unnecessary hardship and where the spirit of the ordinance is observed and
substantial justice is done. A variance shall not be granted by the Board of
Adjustment except in accordance with the following:
1) That special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar
to the land, structure, or building involved and which are not
applicable to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same
district;
2) That literal interpretation of the provisions of this ordinance would
deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other
properties in the same district under the terms of this ordinance;
3) That the special conditions and circumstances do not result from
the actions of the applicant;
4) That granting of the variance requested will not confer on the
applicant any special privilege that is denied by this ordinance to
other lands, structures, or buildings in the same district.
Case No. Attachment B
ZBA25-0004 Page 2
Case No. Attachment C
ZBA25-0004 Page 1
SURROUNDING PROPERTY OWNERS MAP & RESPONSES
Responses: F: In Favor O: Opposed To U: Undecided NR: No Response
SPO
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Owner Zoning Physical Address Acreage Response
1 DAVIDSON, LISA SF20A 701 MANCHESTER CT 0.29 NR
2 GP LAND 1 LTD SF20A 2050 MIRACLE POINTE
DR
0.03 NR
3 KINSLOW FAMILY TRUST SF20A 2054 MIRACLE POINTE
DR
0.39 O
4 MOORE, NEIL SF20A 703 MANCHESTER CT 0.10 NR
5 YING FAMILY TRUST SF20A 705 MANCHESTER CT 0.00 NR
6 SMITH, KARL N SF20A 701 CHAUCER CT 0.52 F
7 MCCONNELL, GREG SF20A 700 CHAUCER CT 0.37 NR
8 MEAGHER, EDWARD SF20A 2058 MIRACLE POINTE
DR
0.47 NR
9 MCBRIDE, DUSTIN SF20A 702 CHAUCER CT 0.33 NR
10 MCGREE, TARA SF20A 2101 MIRACLE POINTE
DR
0.68 NR
11 SANKARALINGAM, SUBRAMANIAN SF20A 2105 MIRACLE POINTE
DR
0.08 NR
12 GUMM, TRACY HEATHER JAFFER SF20A 704 CHAUCER CT 0.42 NR
13 JEFFREY AND DIANE EBERHART
FAM
SF20A 705 CHAUCER CT 0.45 NR
14 CLERC, ALEXANDRE SF20A 2802 BROOKSHIRE DR 0.12 NR
15 CASEY, STEVEN SF20A 2800 BROOKSHIRE DR 0.34 NR
From:noreply@civicplus.com
To:Dennis Killough; Jennifer Crosby; Melissa Burnett; Wayne Powell; Ryan Firestone; Cyndi Cheng
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Planning & Zoning Case Input Form
Date:Tuesday, March 18, 2025 2:50:07 PM
Planning & Zoning Case Input Form
Project Name 703 Chaucer Court Variance
Planning & Zoning
Case Number
ZBA25-0004
Project Location 703 Chaucer Court
I am:In Favor
Comments /
Explanation
We are in favor of the variance requested by The Douglas Family
at 703 Chaucer Ct.
(Section Break)
First Name Susan
Last Name Smith
Address 701 Chaucer Ct, Southlake, TX 76092
Phone Number
(Optional)
8172471935
City Southlake
State TX
Zip 76092
Disclaimer
This form is to provide feedback on planning & zoning-related requests. Your
comments are placed in the related case file as a matter of public record and
forwarded to the Planning & Zoning Commission and City Council if action is
required by these bodies. Your submission of this form shall not be considered a
formal protest under Section 211.006(d) of the Texas Local Government Code
unless your signature is uploaded and submitted with this form.
***Please note any forms submitted after four P.M. on the meeting date may not
be recorded until the following business day.***
Disclaimer
Acknowledgment
Yes, I understand
Signature (For Formal
Protests)
Variance Notification Response Form.docx
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Case No. Attachment D
ZBA25-0004 Page 1
SUPPORTING EXHIBITS