Loading...
Item 8 - Narative, Plat & Plans www.grihadesigns.com contact@grihadesigns.com +1-737-206-9472 Date: August 18th, 2025 To: City of Southlake Planning & Zoning Commission City of Southlake City Council 1400 Main Street Southlake, TX 76092 Subject: Waiver Request – Flag Lot at 410 Shady Lane, Southlake, TX Dear Commissioners and Councilmembers, On behalf of the property owner, I respectfully submit this request for a waiver from the prohibition on flag lots as outlined in Ordinance 483, Section 2.K. The proposed subdivision satisfies the waiver conditions and represents the most appropriate subdivision solution for this property. Ordinance Reference Per Ordinance 483, Section 2.K, residential panhandle (flag) lots are generally not permitted. However, the ordinance allows the approving authority to grant a waiver if one or more of the following conditions are met: a. Topographical, environmental preservation or other severe physical constraints prevent conventional subdivision and the panhandle lot appears to be the best solution to subdivision of lands; b. The panhandle lot arrangement is a temporary one in which the panhandle will disappear and the ultimate access will be provided by conventional means; and/or c. The proposed lot(s) will not have an adverse effect upon surrounding properties. www.grihadesigns.com contact@grihadesigns.com +1-737-206-9472 Basis for Waiver Request 1. No Adverse Impact The subject property is an existing unplatted lot. The proposed replat into a flag lot configuration will not create adverse impacts on the surrounding properties. 2. Constraints of Conventional Subdivision If subdivided conventionally, the lot would yield two elongated parcels (~110 ft x 450 ft each), which would only barely satisfy the 100-foot minimum width requirement. This layout would be functionally inefficient, visually awkward, and inconsistent with the overall planning goals of the area. 3. Best Solution for Site Conditions The proposed lot layout offers a balanced and practical subdivision solution, preserving the neighborhood's character and ensuring an aesthetically pleasing configuration. This satisfies the intent of Ordinance 483, Section 2.K.1 and 2.K.2. Based on the above, we believe the proposed subdivision meets the criteria set forth in Ordinance 483, Sections 2.K.1 and 2.K.2, and provides the best subdivision solution for the property with no adverse impact on surrounding properties. Accordingly, we respectfully request approval of this waiver to allow the proposed lot configuration. Thank you for your consideration. We are available to provide additional documentation or answer any questions. Respectfully submitted, Ashim Gajurel Founder | CEO, Griha Designs & Engineering ashim@grihadesigns.com | 737-206-9472 Final Plat of 2.45 Acres out ofthe S. Freeman Survey, Abst.No. 525 in Tarrant County,TexasDate: 05/22/2025SITELOCATION PRIVATE DRAINAGE EASEMENTCIVILCONSTRUCTIONDRAWING SETPROJECT:CLIENT:DRAWING ISSUE:DRAWN BY:contact@grihadesigns.comJOB NUMBER:CHECKED BY:SCALE @ 24"X36":PROJECT MANAGERAGTX FIRM: 26779 These plans provide essential construction details required forcompleting the structure. It is the responsibility of the builderor project authority to review and verify the plans. Any errors,discrepancies, or omissions must be reported to the designerbefore starting construction or making purchases. Allapplicable federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, andrestrictions take precedence over these plans and must bestrictly followed. The drawings, designs, and relateddocuments are the exclusive property of Griha Designs &Engineering and are protected by U.S. and internationalcopyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or useof these materials, in whole or in part, without prior writtenconsent is strictly prohibited.© Copyright, GRIHA DESIGNS & ENGINEERINGS 2025SOUTHLAKERESIDENCE410 SHADY LN, SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092ASHIM GAJURELASCALE: 1/2"=1'-0"POST DEVELOPMENT DRAINAGE PLANSITE LEGENDEXISTING CONTOURPROPERTY LINEFLOW ARROW360.5'FLOW DIRECTIONPRAKHAR SHRESTHA15403508.18.2025