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Planning commission conditionally approves minor plat at 1130 West Bullock pending building permit
Summary
The commission conditionally approved a minor plat that would split 1130 West Bullock into two lots, provided the owner submits a building permit to convert an accessory structure into a conforming single‑family dwelling meeting SF7.5 standards.
The Henson Planning Commission on April 8 conditionally approved a minor plat to divide 1130 West Bullock into two lots, with the condition that the property owner submit a building permit to convert an existing accessory structure on the proposed Lot 2 into a conforming single‑family dwelling that meets SF7.5 development standards.
Planning staff explained the request arises because the accessory structure on the southeast corner of the parcel was built when the property was a single lot. Subdividing the parcel would, as currently configured, create a parcel with an accessory structure without a main building — a nonconformity that the zoning code addresses. “Per section 28 dot 52 dot 1, accessory structures are not allowed to be permitted without a main building or a primary use,” planning staff said, and staff proposed conditional approval to allow the owner to submit the necessary building permit to bring the accessory structure into conformance.
Staff told the commission the proposed lots meet SF7.5 dimensional requirements: Lot 2 is 60 feet wide (meeting the 60‑foot minimum width), depth and overall lot area meet the 7,500‑square‑foot minimum, and both lots have access to public water and sewer. Other departmental reviews will still be required when a building permit is submitted.
A commissioner moved to conditionally approve the minor plat with the requirement that the owner submit a building permit to convert the accessory structure into a conforming single‑family dwelling; the motion carried.
Planning staff said the conditional approval is intended to promote redevelopment while avoiding creation of a long‑term nonconforming parcel. If the property were to be offered for sale, staff said, the approach would differ because conditional filing in advance of conversion could create complications for buyers. The applicant will still need to secure all required permits and clear reviews from building and other departments before the plat is filed and developed.
