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Council approves rear-yard variance but denies side cover at 1510 Whispering Trail after fire‑access concerns (8–1)
Summary
The council granted a 5‑foot rear setback variance for 1510 Whispering Trail but rejected a side‑yard awning that council and the fire chief said would hinder emergency access; planning staff confirmed no building permit was obtained for the structure.
The Irving City Council voted 8–1 on March 26 to allow a five‑foot rear setback variance for a patio cover at 1510 Whispering Trail but denied a requested variance for a side awning that, council members and the fire chief said, would impede emergency access.
Why it matters: The decision balanced the applicant family’s request for shade and family accommodations against public safety concerns about zero‑lot‑line construction and access for fire and rescue…
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