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ZBA26-0003-SEU-2810 Rainforest Ct PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE ZBA26-0003 Dear Property Owner: A request for Special Exception Uses have been filed with the Board of Adjustment of the City of Southlake. Special Exception Use to Zoning Ordinance No. 480, as amended, Section 44.12(6), for a reduction in the required setback from property lines for a residential accessory building, on property described as Lot 7, Block 1, Rainforest Addition and located at 2810 Rainforest Court. The purpose of this request is to seek approval of an approximately 690 square foot outdoor kitchen. If you wish to register your views on the matter, you may complete and send the enclosed Notification Response Form to the Planning & Development Services Department. You are encouraged to follow the requested action through final approval because changes are often made during the review process. Please note that this letter and its attachments constitute written notice about the proposed Special Exception Use. Please contact the Planning and Development Services Department if you have any questions at (817) 748-8621. CITY OF SOUTHLAKE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1400 Main St.; Suite 310 Southlake, TX 76092 Phone: (817) 748-8621 www.cityofsouthlake.com Zoning Board of Adjustment Thursday, April 16, 2025 6:30 PM Town Hall Council Chambers 1400 Main Street Southlake, Texas Notification Response Form ZBA26-0003: Special Exception Use for 2810 Rainforest Ct. Meeting Date: April 16, 2026 Fill out: Owner: _____________________________ Address: ____________________________ City, State, Zip Code: __________________ PLEASE PROVIDE COMPLETED FORMS VIA MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERY BEFORE THE START OF THE SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING. Being the owner(s) of the property so noted above, are hereby in favor of opposed to undecided about (circle or underline one) the proposed application referenced above. Space for comments regarding your position: ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ Signature: _______________________________________ Date: ______ Additional Signature: _______________________________ Date: ______ Printed Name(s): _____________________________________________ Must be property owner(s). Otherwise contact the Planning Department. One form per property. Phone Number (optional): ______________________________________ Direct questions and mail responses to: City of Southlake Planning & Development Services Notification Response 1400 Main St; Ste 310 Southlake, TX 76092 Phone : (817) 748-8621 2810 RAINFOREST CT. POOL NEW OUTDOOR LIVING STRUCTURE (COVERED PATIO, OUTDOOR KITCHEN / LOUNGING) 15' UTIL. ESMT. CONCRETE DRAINAGE CHANNEL S00°56'14''E 136.12 S36° 3 3' 2 8'' E 3 2 7. 7 4 S89°03'46''W 170.00N00°56'14''W 443.19 7.5' D R G. & U. E. DRIVEWAY GARAGE GAS METER ELECTRIC METER GAS LINE TO GRILL & FIREPLACE ELECTRIC LINE TO OUTDOOR LIVING STRUCTURE 27'-3"117'-11" L1.00 SITE PLAN SCALE: NOT TO SCALEBROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.18 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION - The comprehension of the information included within these documents is fully the responsibility of the builder and/or the assigned project management team. - Any information that any party feels needs clarification must contact Outdoor Dynamics prior to any work on the project. Any work that commences without clarification shall indemnify Outdoor Dynamics for said work. SCALING AND INFORMATION - There shall be no direct scaling from this or any Outdoor Dynamics design documents. - All Outdoor Dynamics dimensioned values shall be followed. - All inquiries for dimensions or other information shall be sent to Outdoor Dynamics prior to any work on the project. BASE DOCUMENT STATEMENT - All information in these documents has been referenced from documents produced and supplied by others. - Outdoor Dynamics is not responsible for the accuracy of these documents. - All parties utilizing Outdoor Dynamics documents shall confirm information with Outdoor Dynamics and the other professionals involved in creating base documents prior to any work commencing on the project. GENERAL NOTES INTENT AND LIMITS OF DOCUMENTS - The intent and limit of these documents is to communicate the proposed design intent of the finished product and to guide the construction manager to a successful completion of a quality project. - Unless otherwise noted, this packaged is not intended to represent or be interpreted as engineering for this project. - Geological and structural engineer’s recommendations supersede and have priority over the information contained in these documents. - Any recommendation that is incongruent or conflicts the information within these documents shall be brought to the attention of Outdoor Dynamics immediately. No work shall take place until all information within these documents is agreed and congruent to Outdoor Dynamics satisfaction. ALTERATIONS - No changes or alterations shall be made to the information contained within these documents unless made by Outdoor Dynamics. - In the event any alterations are made, no matter how insignificant, Outdoor Dynamics shall be indemnified from any and all liability pertaining to that or resulting from these changes. - Immediately following completion and/or submittal to any public agency (utility, building department, etc…), all alterations shall be signified via a standard revision notation. - Outdoor Dynamics is responsible for completing any revisions and delivering them to all applicable parties. OUTDOOR LIVING STRUCTURE VENTLESS GAS FIREPLACE R E S I D E N C E EXISTING POOL 15' UTIL. ESMT. L2.00 CONCEPT LAYOUT SCALE: 1/8" = 1'BROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.18 0 8 16 244 RESURFACED POOL DECKING R E S I D E N C E POOL 15' UTIL. ESMT. (0") (+6") FLAGSTONE PAVING STEP NEW COPING CHANGE ORIENTATION OF HARDSCAPE TO BE SQUARE WITH FIERPLACE CHANGE ORIENTATION OF HARDSCAPE TO BE SQUARE WITH FIERPLACE (+18") WATER FEATURE WALL RAISED WOOD DECK (+6") STEP FLUSH WOOD DECK CUTOUT FOR EXITING TREE (0") (0") L3.00 HARDSCAPE LAYOUT SCALE: 1/8" = 1'BROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.18 0 8 16 244 L4.00 KITCHEN LAYOUT SCALE: NOT TO SCALEBROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.18 FRIDGE NEW SUB PANEL POWER BURNER GRILL & BURNER TV NEW SWITCHES FOR CEILING FAN & CAN LIGHTS ELECTRIC LINE FROM MAIN PANEL L5.00 ELECTRICAL PLAN 0 4 8 122 SCALE: 1/4" = 1'BROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.18 SYMBOL KEY ITEM DESC. OUTLET (GFCI/WP WHERE NOTED) POWER & LIGHTING LEGEND SWITCH CAN LIGHT CEILING FAN W/ DOWN ROD, LENGTH T.B.D. NOTE: All scheduled equipment subject to finalization with the homeowner. Final selections may vary and all provisions for power, switching, and dimming installation shall be per manufacturer specifications & local governing codes. CONCRETE PIER 12" ROUND PIER SHAFT W/ 3 #5 REBAR. PIER TO EXTEND BELOW RETAINING WALL & POOL OR UNTIL ROCK IS CONTACTED. CRUSHED CONCRETE STRUCTURAL FILL OR SI0ILAR FIRE PLACE FOOTING 1'- 6"7'- 3 1316"1'- 6"3'- 4 34"1'5'- 1316"1' - 6 " 1'10'10'1' - 6 "1'- 6"7'- 3 1316"1'5'- 1316"11 3 4"6'- 8 7 8" 4' - 3 "4'-3"1'1'7'- 9 1316"6'-3"3'- 78"3'- 9 1 2"2'1 7 ' - 1 111 6 "2'- 2 1516"1'- 3 4"7'- 9 1316"A B DETAIL "A"SCALE : NOT TO SCALE 2-#4'S, TOP & BOTT. W/ #3 TIES @ 16" O.C.1'-6"1' DETAIL "B"SCALE : NOT TO SCALE 2-#4'S, TOP & BOTT. W/ #3 TIES @ 16" O.C.1'-6"3' 0 4 8 122 S1.00 FOUNDATION PLAN SCALE: 1/4" = 1'BROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.19 Gose & Associates (F-17526) 113 East 8th Avenue Stillwater, OK 74074 405.743.4907 Project: SD25-053 01/08/2026 2" x 8" RAFTERS & CEILING JOISTS @ 16" O.C. (9AULTED CEILING) SEE RIDGE STRAP DETAIL 2" x 10" RIDGE BEAM NOTE : ALL FRAMING LUMBER TO BE SYP #2 GRADE OR BETTER RAFTER CLIPS WELDED TO BEAM AND BOLTED TO RAFTER S2.00 WOOD FRAMING PLAN SCALE: 1/4" = 1'BROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.19 0 4 8 122 1. All supporting framing to meet the requirements of UBC and IRC grade of lumber used. Minimum #2 SYP or greater. 2. All framing connections and splices to comply with the current UBC and IRC for framing sizes and spacing. 3. Place ceiling joists bridging with proper strutted supports in compliance with UBC and IRC allowable rafter spans. 4. Typical rafter spacing: 16" o.c. unless otherwise noted 5. All roof hips, valleys and ridges to be a minimum of 1 size larger than the rafter size. 6. Roof sheathing to be APA rated, exterior grade (OSB or Plywood) with a maximum span of 24" with a minimum thickness of 5/8". Install sheathing with the longest dimension perpendicular to the rafters. FRAMING ACCESSORIES 1. Face mount hangers or top flange hangers shall be used for joist and beams where they do not rest on approved load bearing surfaces. 2. Rafter clips (Simpson Strong-Tie H3 or equal) shall be used to attach rafters to plates at all exterior walls wherever rafters are not parallel and nailed to ceiling joists at the top plates. FRAMING NOTES Gose & Associates (F-17526) 113 East 8th Avenue Stillwater, OK 74074 405.743.4907 Project: SD25-053 01/08/2026 POOL 6" x 10" x 5 16" HSS STEEL BEAM 1 1 2" WIDE STEEL ANCHOR PLATE 4'- 10"5'- 1 38"14'- 4 58"25'- 4"A 6" x 6" x 5 16" HSS STEEL POST ANCHOR POINT 4'- 10"14'- 4 5 8"5'- 1 3 8" 25'- 4" 6" x 6" x 5 16" HSS STEEL POST 6" x 10" x 5 16" HSS STEEL BEAM SADDLE WELDED T<P TO POST & BEAM STEEL ANCHOR PLATE W/ MECHANICAL FASTENING TO CONCRETE 8'- 7"9'-5"S3.00 STEEL FRAMING PLAN 0 4 8 122 SCALE: 1/4" = 1'BROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.18 Gose & Associates (F-17526) 113 East 8th Avenue Stillwater, OK 74074 405.743.4907 Project: SD25-053 01/08/2026 POOL A A B B 3'- 12"WOOD GABLED CEILINGRIDGE BEAM SEE DETAIL IN SHEET S2.00 SHINGLES 4'-11 12"1'- 6"5'-5 12"8'14'-2"RAFTER & CEILING JOIST FIREPLACE VENEER FIREBOX A ELEVATION SCALE: 1/2" = 1' WATER FEATURE WALL 6" X 6" STEEL POST 6" X 10" STEEL BEAM S4.00 ELEVATIONS SCALE: NOT TO SCALEBROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.18 0 2 4 61 POOL A A B B 3'- 12"WOOD GABLED CEILING RIDGE BEAM SEE DETAIL IN SHEET S2.00 SHINGLES 4'-11 12"1'- 6"5'-5 12"8'14'-2"RAFTER & CEILING JOIST FIREPLACE VENEER FIREBOX B ELEVATION SCALE: 1/2" = 1' WATER FEATURE WALL 3'5'6" X 6" STEEL POST 6" X 10" STEEL BEAM S4.01 ELEVATIONS SCALE: NOT TO SCALEBROWN RESIDENCE2810 RAINFOREST CT.SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092DATE: 2025.12.18 0 2 4 61 Benjamin and Susanna Brown 2810 Rainforest Ct Southlake, TX 76092 joey.2810home@gmail.com 214-783-7521 Date: February 23, 2026 Zoning Board of Adjustment City of Southlake 1400 Main Street, Suite 460 Southlake, TX 76092 Dear Members of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, I am writing to formally request a variance from the 40-foot rear setback requirement outlined in the SF-1A zoning district for my property located at 2810 Rainforest Ct., Southlake, Texas. This variance is necessary to allow for the construction of a modest outdoor kitchen and living space in my backyard, which would otherwise be unduly restricted by the current setback regulation. I believe this request meets the criteria for a variance under Texas Local Government Code Section 211.009, as it addresses a unique hardship imposed by the strict application of the zoning ordinance, promotes the general welfare of the community, and maintains the spirit of the zoning regulations. The purpose of the 40-foot rear setback, as I understand it, is to preserve adequate space between neighboring properties, ensuring privacy and preventing overcrowding. However, a review of similar properties in my immediate neighborhood reveals that this requirement has not been uniformly enforced or applied in practice. Numerous homes under the same SF-1A zoning have constructed accessory structures, such as poolhouses, patios, and outdoor living areas, well within the 40-foot setback—often as close as 20 feet from the rear property line. These existing developments demonstrate that variances or interpretations allowing reduced setbacks are common and have not resulted in any discernible negative impacts on neighboring properties or the overall character of the area. To support this point, I have included photographic evidence of several comparable properties in the neighborhood. These images, annotated with measurements and property line notations, clearly illustrate structures that encroach upon or exceed the setback requirement without compromising neighbor relations or property values. Approving my variance would simply align my property with these established precedents, promoting equity and fairness in the application of zoning rules. Figure 1: Annotated aerial image of South Rainforest Ct, Blue represents property lines, red represents the 40’ setback line, and yellow represents 40’ vector lines. Outdoor structure at 800 Simmons Ct. approximately 30 feet from rear property line. Proposed structure at 2810 rainforest shown. 2820 Rainforest and 820 Simmons appear to cross the setback. Google Earth Figure 3: Annotated aerial image of 2375 Raintree Drive showing main structure on the property line. Source: Southlake Interactive Zoning Map Figure 4: Annotated aerial image of 2745 Raintree Drive showing main structure over the setback line. Source: Southlake Interactive Zoning Map Figure 5: Annotated aerial image of 2820 Rainforest Drive showing main structure over the setback line. Source: Southlake Interactive Zoning Map Furthermore, the proposed outdoor kitchen and living space will not be visible to any neighboring properties, mitigating any potential concerns about aesthetics or privacy. My rear property line is bordered by a dense, natural wooded area featuring tall mature trees, thick underbrush, and an extensive vine system that forms a natural barrier. This vegetation eƯectively screens the backyard from view, ensuring that the structure remains private and unobtrusive. Figure 6: Image of 2810 Rainforest Ct showing thick tree line on rear property line. Figure 7: Aerial image of 2810 Rainforest Ct showing proposed structure location nestled within the thick tree coverage. Source: Southlake Interactive Zoning Map. Site surveys and additional photographs can be provided upon request to confirm the opacity and permanence of this natural screening. Granting this variance would not only alleviate the unnecessary hardship on my property but also allow me to enhance its overall quality and value. The planned outdoor space will incorporate high-quality materials, energy-eƯicient features, and landscaping that complements the existing environment, ultimately improving the aesthetic and functional appeal of the lot. This improvement aligns with Southlake's commitment to fostering well- maintained, family-oriented residential areas and will contribute positively to the neighborhood's prestige without altering its character. In contrast, denying the variance would force a redesign that underutilizes the available space, potentially leading to a less eƯicient and less valuable property improvement. I have no Homeowners Association (HOA) governing my property, so there are no additional restrictions or approvals required beyond the City's zoning process. I am committed to complying with all other applicable building codes, permitting requirements, and inspections to ensure the project meets or exceeds safety and quality standards. I kindly request that this variance be considered at your earliest available meeting and would welcome the opportunity to discuss the details in person or provide any additional documentation. Thank you for your time and consideration of this request. I look forward to your positive response and the chance to contribute to the continued excellence of our Southlake community. Sincerely, Benjamin and Susanna Brown CC: Tyler McClure / Outdoor Dynamics Enclosed: Outdoor Dynamics Sealed Construction Docs.