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ZBA approves front-yard carport at 1129 Indian Hills Drive with reduced size and setback conditions
Summary
After questions about measurements and sidewalk/property-line differences, the board approved a revised carport for 1129 Indian Hills Drive: the applicant agreed to a smaller footprint (~600 sq ft) and a 2-foot front setback instead of the original request.
The Zoning Board approved a front-yard carport at 1129 Indian Hills Drive after the applicant and staff agreed to conditions that reduced the structure’s size and adjusted the setback.
Planner June advised the board that the applicant’s drawing listed 625 square feet (25x25), but measurement conventions (property line versus sidewalk) can change the calculation; staff noted a 500-square-foot carport would not need variance while a 625-square-foot structure required relief combined with other accessory structures. Applicant Rolando Trevino, who said he lives at 1129 Indian Hills Drive, told the board the carport’s main purpose is to protect vehicles from hail and that he wanted the cover to match the driveway. "Mainly, it's just to prevent from hail damage for our vehicles," Trevino said.
Commissioners expressed concern about an overly small setback and measurement imprecision; several suggested tabling the case to clarify exact distances. The applicant agreed to reduce depth/size so the carport would be approximately 600 square feet and accepted a 2-foot front setback. A motion to approve with those conditions passed. Staff will finalize the site measurements and the applicant must secure building permits that reflect the revised dimensions.
Actions: Board approved ZBA26030014 with conditions: reduced footprint (~600 sq ft) and a 2-foot front setback (vote recorded in favor by a majority of present members).
