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ZBA approves variances to allow four-lot replat on Armstead Avenue, 8–1 vote
Summary
The board approved four variances (8–1) allowing a replat into four single-family lots at 1822 Armstead Avenue, granting small reductions to lot width and area and a marginal increase to density; staff said the plan matches neighborhood pattern and the property was rezoned to SF‑6 in January 2026.
The Grand Prairie Zoning Board of Adjustments approved a set of variances on Feb. 16 to allow a single lot at 1822 Armstead Avenue to be replatted into four detached single‑family homes in a Single Family‑6 district. The motion carried 8–1.
Planning staff described four variances: a slight increase in maximum density (requested 8.79 units/acre vs. required 8.7), reduction of interior lot widths to about 49 feet (required 50 feet) and a corner lot width reduction (requested 49 feet vs. required 55 feet), and a reduction in minimum lot area to 4,958 sq ft (required 5,000 sq ft). Staff said surrounding lot areas range from about 4,298 sq ft to more than 10,000 sq ft and concluded the proposal is compatible with the neighborhood; the site was rezoned to Single Family‑6 in January 2026.
Board members asked for clarification on the rezoning history and why older, smaller lots exist in the area; staff explained many nearby homes predate current zoning standards. After brief discussion the board closed the public hearing and approved the variances by an 8–1 vote.
The applicant must replat the property as shown on the proposed site plan and meet all other UDC requirements; staff emphasized replatting and typical subdivision procedures will follow the board’s decision.
