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Commission recommends approval of temporary dwelling permit for 715 Barbara Lane
Summary
The Keller Planning & Zoning Commission voted 7–0 to recommend a specific-use permit allowing the existing 2,101 sq ft home at 715 Barbara Lane to be used as a temporary dwelling during construction of a new ~3,600 sq ft residence; the existing home must be removed within six months of final inspection and the matter goes to City Council on Jan. 6, 2026.
The Keller Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a specific‑use permit that would allow the existing 2,101‑square‑foot house at 715 Barbara Lane to be used as a temporary accessory dwelling while the property owner builds a new primary residence.
City staff told the commission the applicant plans a new single‑family home of about 3,600 square feet and requested permission to occupy the current house for up to two years while construction proceeds; the existing dwelling would be removed within six months of the new home's final building inspection. Staff said the city mailed 10 notifications to property owners within 300 feet of the site and had received no written opposition (staff presentation, SUP-2511-0049).
During the hearing, commissioners asked about occupancy, enforcement and the process for any needed extensions. Staff explained that while a building official can extend a building permit, any extension of an SUP would require returning through the SUP process and approval by the council. Staff also said noncompliance after an approved SUP would be handled as a zoning/code case and could be resolved in municipal court if necessary.
The applicant (recorded in the transcript as the speaking party) said a family member who is a builder will remain on site to manage the construction while the applicant’s immediate family plans to move into the new house once it is complete. "They just enjoy being there, raising the chickens and enjoying that, while they're on‑site to manage the project," the applicant said during questioning.
Commissioner John Scott moved to approve the recommendation and Michelle Sandoval Cabanas seconded; the motion passed 7–0. The commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to the Keller City Council for final consideration on Jan. 6, 2026.
Authority and next steps: The commission considered Section 8.02(f)(2)(a) of the Unified Development Code in its recommendation. If the council approves the SUP, the applicant would proceed to building‑permit review and must remove the existing structure within six months of the new home’s final inspection per the conditions described by staff.
