Requested Action
The applicant is requesting a variance from the Unified Land Development Code, Article II, Division 3, Section 2.10 Land use Conditions, condition A44, to reduce the open space setback from any adjacent non-residential uses from 20 feet to 11 feet.
Applicant(s)
- Nidia Alvarado
Subject Area
417 West Main Street
Background
The applicant is proposing to build a residential dwelling (duplex) on the subject property (Lots 4, Block 4, Jones subdivision) measuring approximately 4,200 square feet (42 feet by 100 feet). The request is to place the proposed duplex eleven(11) feet from the east side of the property line. The Unified Land Development Code (ULDC) states that “New dwelling units are allowed in Mixed use (MU) zoning district where the residential lot provides an open space setback of 20 feet from any adjacent, existing non-residential use.
Typical Zoning Process
Application is submitted
The property owner or their representative submits a formal application and begins the zoning process.
Application is advertised
The zoning request is advertised in accordance with state and local requirements. This typically includes mailing notices to neighbors, posting signs on the property, creating a project Newsflash on the City's website and advertising it in the newspaper.
Public Hearing and Recommendation
Planning and Zoning Commission holds a Public Hearing and votes on a recommendation to City Council. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing.
Final Public Hearing & Action
City Council holds the final Public Hearing and votes the final decision. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing. This is the final step.
Contact Project Manager
Lamyaa Salem
Planner II, City of Baytown
Important Dates
- Public Hearing (Board of Adjustment) - June 14, 2022 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
This application was approved by the Board of Adjustment on June 14, 2022.