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CASE NO.: OV Q34
DATE SUBMITTED: 1 1 3/1N-P
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION • J
Planning e'r Development Services
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION
MINIMUM SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:
I/ Filing Fee of $150.00.
✓ pplication completed in full.
Additional materials may be required of the applicant such as site plans, elevation drawings, sign details
and floor plans. The Zoning Official shall inform the applicant of any extra materials required.
Date of Preapplication Conference: Phone Conference with Lance Simms 31 October 2006
APPLICANT/PROJECT MANAGER'S INFORMATION (Primary Contact for the Project):
Name Gregory K. Taggart, RPLS
Street Address 2551 Texas Avenue S., Ste. A City College Station
State TX Zip Code 77840 E-Mail Address mdgcstxyahoo.com
Phone Number (979) 693-5359 Fax Number (979) 693-4243
PROPERTY OWNER'S INFORMATION:
Name Glenn A. Wyant, Managing Partner
Street Address 2101 Harvey Mitchell Parkway City College Station
State TX Zip Code 77840 E-Mail Address waycoolspamcop.net
Phone Number (979) 218-7085 Fax Number (979) 776-8482
LOCATION OF PROPERTY:
Address 2101 Harvey Mitchell Parkway
Lot 1, 17, 31 Block 12, 10, 11 Subdivision Southwood Section 26, Volume 310, Page 687
Description if there is no Lot, Block and Subdivision Doux Chene Apartments — 11.19 Acres
Action Requested: (Circle One) Setback Variance Appeal of Zoning Official's Interpretation
Parking Variance Special Exception
Sign Variance Other
Current Zoning of Subject Property: R-6/C-1
Applicable Ordinance Section: 7.2 — Parking space requirements and aisle widths
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GENERAL VARIANCE REQUEST
The following specific variation from the ordinance is requested:
Requesting a variance to UDO section 7.2 (1) Reduce the number of spaces required fromJ12 spaces to
the existing 623 spaces—an adjustment o1,,89 spaces (2)Allow for minimum aisle widths in non-fire lanes
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of 13', as already exist.
This variance is necessary due to the following special conditions:
Special Condition Definition: To justify a variance, the difficulty must be due to unique circumstances
involving the particular property. The unique circumstances must be related to a physical characteristic of the
property itself, not to the owner's personal situation. This is because regardless of ownership, the variance will
run with the land.
Example: A creek bisecting a lot, a smaller buildable area than is seen on surrounding lots, specimen trees.
Note: A cul-de-sac is a standard street layout in College Station. The shape of standard cul-de-sac lots are
generally not special conditions.
The current parking has existed for almost 30 years at this location; we are merely seeking approval of
the existing condition. The parking is not in compliance with the UDO, and due to existing site geometry, it
cannot be brought into compliance without extensive reconstruction, demolition or use changes.
The unnecessary hardship (s) involved by meeting the provisions of the ordinance other than financial
hardship is/are:
Hardship Definition: The inability to make reasonable use of the property in accord with the literal
requirements of the law. The hardship must be a direct result of the special condition.
Example: A hardship of a creek bisecting a lot could be the reduction of the buildable area on the lot, when
compared to neighboring properties.
The site was constructed under old standards. The existing 623 spaces do not meet the requirements of the UDO,
and the existing geometry of the site makes it impossible to comply. The bank which has underwritten the loan
is requiring a "cure" of the non-compliance; failure to do so may result in revocation of the loan. Such would create the
hardship of inability to acquire another mortgage and severely impact the marketability of the site
The following alternatives to the requested variance are possible:
1) Demolish buildings equivalent to 45 bedrooms (90 parking spaces) to bring site into compliance for count.
2) Demolish 2 tennis courts, the basketball court and pool area to build approximately 78 parking spaces,
and remove 10 spaces worth of bedrooms to bring site into UDO compliance for parking count.
This variance will not be contrary to the public interest by virtue of the following facts:
The site has existed "as-is" for almost 30 years without having access or parking problems. There
has been no injury to public interest for 30 years, and granting a variance to cover this unique
circumstance will not injure the public in any way. Please see accompanying letter.
The applicant has prepared this application and certifies that the facts stated herein and exhibits attached
hereto are true, correct and complete.
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