Item 9A
Department of Planning & Development Services
S T A F F R E P O R T
March 28, 2012
CASE NO: ZA12-021
PROJECT: Plat Revision for Lots 12BR1 and 12BR2, Block 1, Cedar Oaks Estates Addition
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY:
McDermott-Lange Investments, L.L.C. and Brice and Michelle McKane are requesting
approval of a plat revision for Lots 12BR1 and 12BR2, Block 1, Cedar Oaks Estates
Addition, being a revision of Lot 12B, Block 1, Cedar Oaks Estates Addition, an
addition to the City of Southlake, Tarrant County, Texas on approximately 5.851 acres
located at 1525 and 1535 Oak Ln. SPIN # 5
REQUEST:
The applicant is requesting approval of a plat revision for Lots 12BR1 and 12BR2,
Block 1, Cedar Oaks Estates Addition to create two platted residential lots of record
from one platted lot that has been subdivided by metes and bounds into two tracts of
land. Proposed Lot 12BR1 is a vacant 4.85 acre tract and proposed 12BR2 is a 1 acre
tract with an existing home built in 1983. The ± 5.85 acres appears to have been
subdivided by metes and bounds to allocate 1 acre around the homestead in
approximately 1983. The remaining 4.85 acres appears to have changed ownership in
2007 as a result of a tax foreclosure. Both tracts have since changed ownerships. The
current owners of the two tracts are proposing the replat to comply with subdivision
regulations with the intent of constructing a new residence on the Lot 12BR1.
VARIANCE
REQUESTS:
1)Subdivision Ordinance No. 483, Article VIII, Section 8.01(A), as amended, requires
that all lots front on a public or private street. The applicant is requesting a waiver of
this requirement to allow Lot 12BR1 as shown on the proposed plat (see pp. 1 and
Applicant proposes access through an access easement
2 of Attachment C).
recorded in Volume 7564, Page 1932 Deed Records, Tarrant County, Texas.
2)Subdivision Ordinance No. 483, Article VIII, Section 8.01(K), as amended, prohibits
panhandle lots. The applicant is requesting a waiver of this requirement to allow Lot
12BR1 as shown on the proposed plat (see pp. 1 and 2 of Attachment C). Section
8.01 of the Subdivision Ordinance is included at the end of Attachment A for
reference.
Case No.
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ACTION NEEDED: 1) Consider approval of the plat revision
ATTACHMENTS:
(A) Background Information
(B) Vicinity Map
(C) Variance Request letter
(D) Plans and Support Information – Link to PowerPoint
(E) Plat Review Summary No. 3 dated March 28, 2012
(F) Surrounding Property Owners Map and Responses
(G) Full Size Plans and Copy of Easement
STAFF CONTACT:
Dennis Killough (817) 748-8072
Case No.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
OWNERS/APPLICANTS:
McDermott-Lange Investments, L.L.C. and Brice and Michelle McKane
PROPERTY SITUATION:
1525 and 1535 Oak Ln.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
Lot 12B, Block 1, Cedar Oaks Estates Addition
LAND USE CATEGORY:
Low Density Residential
CURRENT ZONING:
SF-1A Single Family Residential District
HISTORY:
- A zoning change from “AG” Agricultural District to “A-3” Single Family
Residential District was approved onFebruary 27, 1979.
-A final plat for Cedar Oaks Estates was filed April 12, 1979.
-A plat showing (replat) for Lots 12A and 12B, Block 1, Cedar Oaks Estates
was approved and filed July 1983.
-The property was given the “SF-1” Single Family Residential District zoning
designation with the adoption of Zoning Ord. No. 334 in 1986.
-The property was given the “SF-1A” Single Family Residential District zoning
designation with the adoption of Zoning Ord. No. 480 in 1989.
WATER & SEWER:
The proposed Lot 12BR2 is serviced by a 6-inch water line and an 8-inch
sanitary sewer line in Oak Ln. The proposed utility plan shows the 6-inch water
line extended to provide service to Lot 12BR1 with a fire hydrant added on that
lot. An existing 10” sanitary sewer line that runs across the proposed Lot
12BR1 will provide service to that lot.
TREE PRESERVATION:
All existing trees shown to be preserved on the City Council approved Tree
Conservation Plan must be preserved and protected during all phases and
construction of the development.
PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION:
March 22, 2012; The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended
approval (6-0) granting the requested variances subject to the findings in the
Staff Report dated March 15, 2012 and that an access easement is
documented or provided.
STAFF COMMENTS:
Plat Review Summary No. 2 dated March 15, 2012 is attached.
Section 8.01(K) of Subdivision Ordinance No. 483, as amended is below:
K. Residential panhandle lots, also known as flag lots, shall not be
permitted.
1. However, the approving authority may waive this
requirement if it finds that one or more of the following
conditions are satisfied and the requirements of
subsection 2 are met:
a. Topographical, environmental preservation or
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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
affect upon surrounding properties.
2. Additionally, the approving authority shall not consider a
waiver of this requirement unless the following conditions
must be met:
a. The area and width of the buildable area of the lot
must comply with the underlying zoning
regulations. The panhandle portion of the lot is
not to be included as part of the required minimum
lot area;
b. The length and width of the panhandle section of
the lot must provide for or exceed the minimum
emergency access and fire protection standards
of the adopted City codes; and
c. The location of the panhandle lot conforms to the
City’s Driveway Ordinance, No. 634, as amended.
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PLANS AND SUPPORT INFORMATION
VARIANCE REQUEST LETTER
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PLAT REVISION
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PLAT REVIEW SUMMARY
ZA12-021Three03/28/2012
Case No.: Review No.: Date of Review:
Plat Revision – Lot 12BR1 and Lot 12BR2, Block 1, Cedar Oaks Estates Addition
Project Name:
ENGINEER: SURVEYOR:
Keith Hamilton, P.E. John D. Zimmerman, PE, RPLS
Hamilton Duffy, PC 908 W. Main St.
8241 Mid-Cities Blvd. Arlington, TX 76013
North Richland Hills, TX 76182 Phone: 817-461-0188
Phone: 817-268-0408
CITY STAFF HAS REVIEWED THE ABOVE REFERENCED PROJECT RECEIVED BY THE CITY ON
03/28/12 AND WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS. THESE STIPULATIONS ARE HEREBY
MADE CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AMENDED BY THE CITY COUNCIL.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED FURTHER CLARIFICATION, PLEASE CONTACT RICHARD
SCHELL AT (817) 748-8602.
1. Provide minimum finish floor elevations a minimum of two feet above the 100 year base flood
elevation. The Min. F.F. should be approximately 626.0. This is based on the FEMA FIS panel
284P that shows the Water Surface elevation to be approximately 624.0 at the limit of detailed
study. Two (2) feet of freeboard is required. Therefore Min F.F. should be 626.0. If the study
performed shows different data, please provide supporting information.
2. The following changes are needed regarding the proposed lotting:
a. Section 8.01 Lotting Requirements: Every residential lot shall abut on a public street.
(Variance Requested)
b. Section 8.01 Lotting Requirements: Residential panhandle lots, also known as flag
lots, shall not be permitted. However, the approving authority may waive this
requirement if it finds that one or more of the following conditions are satisfied and the
requirements of subsection 2 are met:
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;
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
The proposed lot(s) will not have an adverse effect upon surrounding properties.
(Variance Requested)
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Tree Conservation/Landscape Review
Keith Martin
Landscape Administrator
Phone: (817) 748-8229
E-mail: kmartin@ci.southlake.tx.us
TREE CONSERVATION COMMENTS:
1. Please indicate on the submitted Tree Conservation Plan which trees will be removed (Red), Which
Trees will be preserved (Green), and which trees might be marginal (yellow).
* The property has approximately 80% - 100% tree cover and based on the size of the property the
proposed development would not conflict with the existing tree cover preservation requirements.
Public Works Review
Steve Anderson, P.E.
Civil Engineer
Phone: (817) 748-8101
E-mail: sanderson@ci.southlake.tx.us
GENERAL COMMENTS:
1. Provide all necessary easements for water, sanitary sewer and drainage. Easements shall be 15’
minimum and located on one lot – not centered on the property line.
2. Label utilities as “Public” or “Private”.
* Use the City of Southlake GPS monuments whenever possible.
PLAT COMMENTS:
* Water meters and fire hydrants shall be located in an easement or in the ROW.
* All sewer lines in easements or ROW must be constructed to City standards
DRAINAGE COMMENTS:
1. The proposed house pad on Lot 12BR1 is between two drainage easements. The stream crossing that
will be required to get to the building pad will require a Hydrologic & Hydraulic Flood Study performed
by a registered professional engineer that shows no adverse effects either upstream or downstream of
this property.
2. The stream crossing will need to be designed/constructed to HS20 loading roadway standards.
3. A Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) will be required of FEMA for any development within the floodplain.
4. A Floodplain Development Permit will be required to be submitted to the City.
5. A 404 Permit may be required from the USACE.
* The discharge of post development runoff must have no adverse impact on downstream properties
and meet the provisions of Ordinance # 605.
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INFORMATIONAL COMMENTS:
* Submit 4 copies of the civil construction plans (22” X 34” full size sheets) and a completed
Construction Plan Checklist as part of the first submittal for review directly to the Public Works
Administration Department. The plans shall conform to the most recent construction plan
checklist, standard details and general notes which are located on the City’s website.
* A ROW permit shall be obtained from the Public Works Operations Department (817) 748-8082
to connect to the City’s sewer, water or storm sewer system.
* A Developer’s Agreement will be required for this development and may need to be approved
by the City Council prior to any construction of public infrastructure. Construction plans for
these improvements must be acceptable to Public Works prior to placing the Developer’s
Agreement on the City Council agenda for consideration.
* A separate bond will be required for the Maintenance Bond and bound only unto the City of
Southlake for a period of two years for all development projects. The Maintenance Bond
cannot be tied to the Performance and Payment Bond in any way.
* Any hazardous waste being discharged must be pretreated Ordinance No. 836.
* A “Certificate of Taxes Paid” indicating that there are no delinquent taxes owed on the subject property
from each taxing authority must be provided to the City prior to filing this plat in the County records. A
copy of this information may be obtained from the Tarrant county Tax Assessor/Collector’s Office
located at 100 E. Weatherford St. in Ft. Worth (across from the old red courthouse). There is a service
charge of $10 per account for this certificate. For more information contact the Assessor/Collector’s
office at 817-884-1186.
* We recommend this plat not be filed until the construction plans have been substantially approved.
This will ensure adequate easements and finish floor elevations.
* Please submit a revised blueline "check print" prior to submitting blackline mylars with original
signatures.
blackline
* Original signatures and seals will be required on two mylars prior to filing the plat. Mylars will
not be accepted if any erasures or original ink, other than signatures or seals, appear on the plat.
* A Developers Agreement is required prior to construction of any public infrastructure. The Developer's
Agreement for this addition should consider streets, drainage, park dedication requirements and fees,
off-site sewer extensions, off-site drainage and utility easements and impact fees.
* All access drives must meet the minimum standards for emergency vehicles.
* Denotes Informational Comment
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SURROUNDING PROPERTY OWNERS
SPO # Owner Zoning Land Use Acreage Response
100-Year Flood Plain, Low
Pennington, Gary Etux Kathryn SF1-A 4.37
1. NR
Density Residential
Manning, Michael N SF1-A Low Density Residential 1.56
2. NR
Demlow, John R Etux Carol G SF1-A Low Density Residential 1.03
3. NR
McDermott, Kevin M Etux Beth SF1-A Low Density Residential 1.22
4. NR
Murdock, Richard Etux Melissa SF1-A Low Density Residential 1.22
5. NR
McDermott-Lange Investments Ll SF1-A Low Density Residential 1.20
6. NR
100-Year Flood Plain, Low
King, Timothy SF1-A 5.44
7. NR
Density Residential
Smith, Christopher & D H (Trs) SF1-A Low Density Residential 2.27
8. O
Maggi, Deno T Etux Kristin A SF1-A Low Density Residential 1.49
9. NR
Weisner, Eric B SF1-A Low Density Residential 1.32
10. NR
Responses: F: In Favor O: Opposed To U: Undecided NR: No Response
Notices Sent:
Ten (10)
Responses Received:
One (1)
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PROPERTY OWNER RESPONSES
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