Item 6ECITY OF
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Department of Planning & Development Services
STAFF REPORT
November 25, 2013
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PROJECT: Specific Use Permit for Non -Residential Solar Energy System and Carport
EXECUTIVE
SUMMARY: Dr. Timothy M. Huckabee, of Huckabee Dental, is requesting approval of a Specific
Use Permit for a Non -Residential Solar Energy and carport located at 505 W.
Southlake Boulevard, on approximately 0.9 acres. SPIN #10
DETAILS: Dr. Timothy M. Huckabee is requesting approval of a Non -Residential Solar Energy
System and a Non -Residential Carport consisting of solar energy system panels,
approximately 2,496 square feet in area, on a proposed carport structure
approximately 12-feet in height. The solar panels will be located on the roof of the
proposed carport and will be installed existing parking spaces immediately behind
the dental office building. The carport structure is approximately 104 feet in length,
23 feet in width, and 12 feet in height. The solar energy system panel area will
provide 33,600 watts of solar power.
Variances
Due to some of the existing conditions on site the applicant is requesting some
variances to carport development regulations due to the unique nature of this
request.
1) Carport Roof: Section 45.11 (Specific Use Permits) of the City's Zoning
Ordinance requires that the roof of a detached carport shall be pitched and
constructed with the same materials as the roof of the principal building. Since
solar panels are being proposed on the roof, the applicant would like a variance
to this requirement.
2) Carport Maximum Number of Spaces and Size: Section 45.11 (Specific Use
Permits) of the City's Zoning Ordinance requires that the maximum number of
spaces that may be covered by a carport shall not exceed six (6) spaces.
However, where a carport is not visible from a public right-of-way orfrom single-
family residential property, the Planning and Zoning Commission may
recommend and the City Council may approve an increase in the number of
spaces allowed in a carport. The minimum size of each space shall be 9' by 20'.
Since the parking space are existing (9'x18' in size) and the carport would be to
the rear of the building and out of view of residential properties the applicant
has requested a variance to this requirement.
3) Carport Building Materials: Section 45.11 (Specific Use Permits) of the City's
Zoning Ordinance requires that all exterior fagades and any exposed structural
support columns of a carport shall be constructed with the same or similar
materials as the principal building. However, such building materials shall
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exclude the use of cement, concrete tilt wall and other masonry materials of
similar characteristics. The applicant has requested a variance to this
requirement due to its lack of visibility of any roadway.
This item was tabled at the November 19, 2013 City Council meeting at the
applicants request in order to evaluate some other potential options on placement
of the solar panels. As of this date on this staff report, no modifications have been
presented to staff.
ACTION NEEDED: 1) Conduct Public Hearing
2) Consider Specific Use Permit Approval Request for a Non -Residential Solar
Energy System and a Non -Residential Carport
ATTACHMENTS: (A) Background Information
(B) Vicinity Map
(C) Plans and Support Information — Link to PowerPoint Presentation
(D) Surrounding Property Owners Map
(E) Surrounding Property Owners Responses
(F) Resolution No. 13-042
STAFF CONTACT: Ken Baker (817) 748-8067
Daniel Cortez (817) 748-8070
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
OWNERS: Dr. Timothy M. Huckabee
APPLICANT: Dr. Timothy M. Huckabee
PROPERTY SITUATION: 505 W. Southlake Boulevard
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Granberry, H. #581 Addition; Lot 6R
LAND USE CATEGORY: Medium Density Residential
CURRENT ZONING: 0-1 Office District
TRANSPORTATION
ASSESSMENT: This request does not affect traffic on or around the property and will not
eliminate any parking spaces.
TREE PRESERVATION: The proposed solar panels are to be installed on the roof of a proposed
carport; no trees will be affected by the request.
PLANNING & ZONING
COMMISSION ACTION: November 7, 2013; Approved (6-0) subject to the Staff report dated
November 1, 2013 noting that the variances to the carport type of roof (#1)
and the carport number of spaces and size (#2) be granted but denying the
carport building materials variance (#3) and requiring the structural support
columns to be of a masonry material to match the existing building.
CITY COUNCIL ACTION: November 21, 2013; Tabled (7-0) until the next regularly scheduled City
Council meeting.
STAFF COMMENTS: A specific use permit shall automatically expire if a building permit is not
issued and construction begun within six (6) months of the granting of the
specific use permit or if the use shall cease for a period of six (6) months.
Due to the limited nature and scope of the request, no review has been
provided.
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Plans and Support Information
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Address:
505 W. Southlake Boulevard
Southlake, Texas
Property Owners:
Dr. Timothy Huckabee
Scope of Work:
Installation of 33,600 watts solar panels system with approximately 2,496 square
feet of solar panels on a carport structure.
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Details of the Solar Energy System and Carport
Huckabee Dental
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Views of the Front and Rear of the Property
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O Huckabee Dental
Timothy M. Huckabee, DDS PA & Assoc
505 W. Southlake Boulevard
Southlake, Texas 76092
817.329.4746
www.dfwdental.com
Cosmetic Mayor John Terrell November 21, 2013
Dentistry Alison Ortowski, Assistant City Manager
Southlake City Council
1400 Main Street
Southlake, TX 76092
Quality Dear Mayor, City Manager, and City Council,
Service
I learned yesterday that the Council has rejected my plans for the solar panel installation at my
building located at 505 West Southlake Boulevard and has suggested the install be redesigned
and placed on the roof.
Comfortable I've spent the last two months planning and designing this installation_ Anyone investing in
Atmosphere solar power is essentially prepaying their electricity for the next 14 years, so it is important to
design and build the most efficient and long lasting structure_ As designed, the current plan
would provide approximately 70% of my future electrical needs. Redesigning the system would
eliminate the efficiencies planned for both the angle and the southern exposure necessary and
would reduce the produced electricity to 25-30% of my needs. For these reasons, I'm unwilling
high-tech to make these changes.
Facility
There seems to be issues with what has been described as the "carport" structure. Please
understand that this is an engineered solar installation, not a cheap or flimsy carport. I should
add that the structure would not be visible to anyone other than my employees and tenants that
park on the south side of my building.
Health
Conscious When we originally spoke to Planning and Zoning, they indicated that Southlake was excited to
have solar/green projects. However, after months of design, when the Council is presented with
an efficient, attractive, and hidden project, we are asked to build something inefficient, visible,
less reliable, and at higher cost_ The city may want to reevaluate if they are truly committed to
solar/green installations.
Families
Welcome I've enclosed with this letter an artist's rendering of the completed solar project as well as some
photographs of carports to show those are totally different designs and installations. I'm
certainly open to ideas and suggestions that would be mutually beneficial for my needs and
those of the city. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Restorative Regards,
Implants V l A� a_
Timothy M. Huckabee, DDS
Preventative Enclosures
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Surrounding Property Owners
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Haynie Partners Ltd
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475 W Southlake Blvd
0.73
NR
3.
Bank Of The Ozarks
SP1
600 W Southlake Blvd
1.05
NR
4.
Lake Crest Homeowners Assoc
SF20A
100 Lake Crest Dr
0.48
NR
5.
Lake Crest Homeowners Assoc
SF20A
405 W Southlake Blvd
0.12
NR
6.
Lake Crest Homeowners Assoc
SF20A
401 W Southlake Blvd
0.24
NR
7.
Sweeney, Kevin J Etux Brenda G
SF20A
100 Clear Lake Ct
0.49
NR
8.
Ghali, Fred Elias Etux Tessa
SF20A
102 Clear Lake Ct
0.45
NR
9.
Lindberg, John Etux Stephanie
SF20A
200 Canyon Lake Dr
0.67
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10.
Southlake Oaks Llc
C2
500 W Southlake Blvd
2.53
NR
11.
Southlake Oaks II Llc
C2
450 W Southlake Blvd
2.19
NR
12.
Southlake Ventures
SP2
521 W Southlake Blvd
2.52
NR
13.
Southlake Ventures
SP2
515 W Southlake Blvd
0.09
NR
14.
Southlake Ventures
SP2
515 W Southlake Blvd
0.02
NR
15.
Southlake Ventures
SP2
515 W Southlake Blvd
0.04
NR
16.
Southlake Ventures
SP2
515 W Southlake Blvd
0.07
NR
17.
Southlake Center For Plastic
SP2
521 W Southlake Blvd
0.14
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18.
Majhor, Faith Etvir William R
RPUD
101 Springbrook Ct
0.42
NR
19.
High, Rayford III Etux Lauren
RPUD
103 Springbrook Ct
0.30
NR
20.
Berkland, Robt A Etux Leann
RPUD
105 Springbrook Ct
0.30
NR
Responses: F: In Favor O: Opposed To
Notices Sent: Twenty (20)
Responses Received: Two (2)
In Favor: One (1) Opposed to: None
U: Undecided
Undecided: One (1)
NR: No Response
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Surrounding Property Owner Responses
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Notification Response Form
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Meeting Date: November 7, 2013 at 6,30 PM
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PLEASE PROVIDE COMPLETED FORMS VIA MAIL, FAX OR HAND .DELIVERY
BEFORE THE START OF THE SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARING.
Being the owner) of the property so noted above, are hereby
in favor of opposedto undecided about
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�I ej proposed Specific Use Permit referenced abQ .
Space for commontts regarding your position:
Signature:
Additional Signature:
Printed Name(s): �" -
M ust be property owner(i) whose name(a) are printed at top.
Date: �F
Date:
contact the Pfanr►ing Department. One form per property.
Phone Number (optional):
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Meeting date: November 7, 2013 at 6:30 PU
Lindberg} John Etux StBphanie
200 Canyon Lake Dr
Southlake Tx, 76092
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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 apposed to urldecid about
(circle or underline one)
the proposed Specific Use Permit referenced above.
Space for comments regarding your position:
Signature:
Date: �!
Additional Signature: Date:
Printed Name(s):�-
Must be property owner(a) whm name(s) are printed at top, ffthevvise contact the Planning Department. One form per property.
Phone dumber (optional):
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RESOLUTION NO. 13-042
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT
FOR A CARPORT ON NON-RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY AND A
SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM ON NON-RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, LOCATED AT 501
W. SOUTHLAKE BOULEVARD, BEING DESCRIBED AS LOT 6R,
H. GRANBERRY NO. #581 ADDITION, SOUTHLAKE, TARRANT
COUNTY, TEXAS MORE FULLY AND COMPLETELY
DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A", AND AS DEPICTED ON THE
APPROVED SITE EXHIBIT ATTACHED HERETO AND
INCORPORATED HEREIN AS EXHIBIT "B" AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, a Specific Use Permit for carports on non-residential property and a solar
energy system on non-residential property has been requested by a person or corporation
having a proprietary interest in the property zoned as "0-1" Office District; and,
WHEREAS, in accordance with the requirements of Sections 45.1(33/45), 45.11 and
45.17 of the City's Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, the Planning and Zoning Commission and
the City Council have given the requisite notices by publication and otherwise, and have
afforded the persons interested and situated in the affected area and in the vicinity thereof; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council does hereby find and determine that the granting of such
Specific Use Permit is in the best interest of the public health, safety, morals and general
welfare of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS:
SECTION 1.
A Specific Use Permit is hereby granted for a carport on non-residential property and a
solar energy system on non-residential property located at 501 W. Southlake Boulevard, being
described as Lot 6R, H. Granberry No. #581 Addition, an addition to the City of Southlake,
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Tarrant County, Texas, according to the plat recorded in Cabinet A, Slide 3093, Plat Records,
Tarrant County, Texas, more fully and completely described in Exhibit "A", and as depicted on
the approved Site Exhibit attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit "B" and providing
an effective date, subject to the provisions contained in the comprehensive zoning ordinance
and the restrictions set forth herein. The following specific requirements and special conditions
shall be applicable to the granting of this Specific Use Permit:
1. Subject to ...
SECTION 2.
This resolution shall become effective on the date of approval by the City Council.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 3rd DAY OF DECEMBER, 2013.
CITY OF SOUTHLAKE
Mayor
ATTEST:
Alicia Richardson, TRMC
City Secretary
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Being property located at 501 W. Southlake Boulevard, being described as Lot 6R, H. Granberry
No. #581 Addition, an addition to the City of Southlake, Tarrant County, Texas, according to the
plat recorded in Cabinet A, Slide 3093, Plat Records, Tarrant County, Texas.
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RESERVED FOR APPROVED SITE PLAN
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