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Council Approves Variance Allowing Rebuild at 11373 W. Flamingo; Conditions Include Frontage Improvements and Demo Permit
Summary
Council approved a variance to maximum lot size in the RS6 zone to allow demolition and reconstruction at 11373 West Flamingo Avenue, finding the lot’s pre‑existing configuration and site history create practical difficulty; approval included standard conditions (frontage improvements, compliance with building codes and demo permits).
The council approved a variance requested by Cassandra Hernandez to allow a rebuilt home on 11373 West Flamingo Avenue that otherwise would have to meet current maximum lot‑size rules in the RS6 zone.
Staff (Damian Snodgrass, Associate Planner) explained the variance criteria and noted the property’s history and lot split. Planning staff recommended conditions of approval requiring compliance with city codes and policies, frontage improvements (curb, gutter, sidewalk), and that the applicant obtain a demolition permit and meet Title 4 building regulations prior to any new structure.
The applicant explained the existing home is dated and that demolition and replacement without the variance would create a practical hardship given the pre‑existing lot lines. The applicant and staff clarified there is a newer home on an adjacent flag lot and that easements and access arrangements will be required; the applicant agreed to dedicate required easements and to comply with conditions.
Council closed public testimony, moved to approve the variance with the recommended conditions and recorded a roll‑call vote in favor.
What happens next: The applicant must obtain the required demo permit, complete frontage improvements and, when ready, submit building permits for the replacement structure. Staff will verify compliance with the variance conditions at permitting.
