11-30-1998BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING
November 30, 1998
The Schertz Board of Adjustment convened in regular session on Monday November
30, 1998, at 6:30 p.m. in the Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz
Parkway, Schertz, Texas. Those present were as follows:
Board of Adjustment Ci Staff
Earl Hartzog, Chairman Steve Simonson,
Kathy Hill, Alternate Asst. City Manager
Anita Clark Mary Ybarra
Jim Harris Planning Secretary
Peggy Brown
Joyce Briscoe, P & Z ex-officio
Members Absent Others Present
Ted Duigon, (late arrival 6:50 p.m.) Joey Evans,
4338 Shallow Water
#1 Call to Order:
Chairman Hartzog called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Chairman Hartzog reported that Ted Duigon is running late due to traffic, Kathy Hill, will
sit in as alternate.
#2 Approval of Minutes: Regular session of September 28, 1998.
Chairman Hartzog asked for any comments or corrections to the minutes.
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Jim Harris stated that on page three in the last sentence delete the word "when" to
"within".
Chairman Hartzog suggested that the time of arrival be placed if any member is late to
any said meeting.
With no further corrections, Jim Harris moved to approve the minutes for September 28,
1998, as amended. Anita Clark seconded the motion and the vote was as follows:
Ayes: Earl Hartzog, Peggy Brown, Katy Hill, Jim Harris, and Anita Clark
Motion carried.
#3 Public Hearing: To receive citizen input on a request from Joey Evans, 3024
Greenshire Dr., for a Special Exception to the Zoning Ordinance to reduce the 20' rear
yard building setback form 20' to 16' to allow a large single story home to be built.
Chairman Hartzog stated that the purpose of the public hearing is to receive comments
from interested citizens. The Board of Adjustment will take all of the comments into
consideration in its decision. After the public hearing is closed there will be no other
comments taken.
Chairman Hartzog asked for staff input.
Steve Simonson stated that in accordance with the city ordinance 7 letters were sent
out to property owners within a 200' radius of said property. Of the letters sent out three
(3} letters were received in favor, none were received opposed to the request.
Steve Simonson stated that the house is single story on a lot with a slight curve. In
building the size house wanted it would encroach 4' into the 20' rear yard building
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setback. Steve Simonson added that there are no utility easements involved with this
request.
Earl Hartzog asked for staff input from the Planning and Zoning representative, Joyce
Briscoe. He was advised that the Planning and Zoning Commission could not see a
problem and recommended approval.
With no further discussion, Earl Hartzog closed the public hearing at 6:35 p.m.
#5 Consider and Take Appropriate Action: On the above Special Exception
request from Joey Evans, 3024 Greenshire Dr.
Earl Hartzog asked if there any questions or comments.
With no further discussion, Jim Harris moved to approve the request from Joey Evans,
3024 Greenshire Dr., for a Special Exception to the Zoning Ordinance to reduce the 20'
rear yard building setback form 20' to 16' to allow a large single story home to be built.
Peggy Brown seconded the motion that carried unanimously.
#7 GENERAL DISCUSSION:
Kathy Hill:
Kathy commented she was glad to be present.
Peaav Brown:
Peggy had no comments.
Jim Harris:
Jim asked if there were any meetings planned for the month of December, and was
advised that there are plans for a meeting before the end of the year. Jim wanted to
wish everyone a Merry Xmas and Happy New Year if the Board does not meet.
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Anita Clark:
Anita mentioned that the tree lighting is scheduled for Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Santa will
be present and refreshments are planned. Anita added that the City decorations look
great.
Joyice Briscoe:
Joyce mentioned that the Planning and Zoning Commission is working on strengthening
the tree ordinance for the City. It has been an ongoing concern that Gary Wallace has
undertaken. The document will be introduced to the P & Z Commission for review and
recommendation, and forwarded to City Council for their consideration.
Steve Simonson added that public hearings would be held sometime in January of
1999.
Steve Simonson:
Steve mentioned that the request for the Centurion Mini Storage on FM3009 withdrew
the request. They also cancelled the purchase contract with Barshop.
Steve reported that there are several changes to UDC that will come about at the first of
the year. These are necessary changes that would help the City in future development.
For instance, the change to the tree ordinance will help the city protect the treed areas
in future development. For example, re-planting trees in areas where trees are removed
or damaged.
Steve mentioned that a new subdivision (Woodbridge) is starting construction behind
Woodland Oaks Subdivision, which will finally bring Woodland Oaks Dr. out onto
Schertz Parkway. Steve also mentioned that the signal light has been activated
(flashing for awareness) at Woodland Oaks Dr. and FM3009. Another item to report is
that Oak Trail Subdivision has stated construction behind Oak Forest.
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Steve reported that Unit 3 of Forest Ridge Subdivision has been approved and would be
starting construction soon. When complete it will have approximately 300 + basic units
in the gated community. The original master plan shows that Wiederstein Road will be
used as an emergency exit gate to be used only under emergency situations.
Wiederstein Road is intended to have a 42' roadway from the where the road starts out
to the end of the developer's property, which is 300' short of FM3009.
Steve pointed out that Tri-County Business Park & Industrial Park is breaking ground for
new development. If you haven't had a chance to drive out there, you should. Steve
commented that Tri-County Business Park is home to different type of businesses
offering good opportunities for employment.
#8 ADJOURNMENT:
Chairman Earl Hartzog adjourned the meeting at 7:10 p.m.
Board of Adjustment Chairman, City of Schertz
ATTEST:
Planning Secretary, City of Schertz
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