Administrative Review Board
Regular MeetingFarmington, NM · December 7, 2017
Agenda
A G E N D A
Administrative Review Board
City Council Chambers
800 Municipal Drive, Farmington, NM
December 7, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
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1 Call Meeting to Order
2 Approval of the Agenda
3 Approval of the Minutes from the November 9, 2017 Meeting 39
4 Petition No. ARB 17‐77 – a request from Rose Kartchner, represented by 1
Cheney‐Walters‐Echols, for a variance from the requirements of UDC Sec
2.8 for the SF‐10 Single Family Residential district, to allow the side yard
setback to be 2.3 feet instead of the required 5 feet due to the irregular
shape of the front yard for property located at 2712 Harvard Dr.
(Teri Clashin)
5 Petition No. ARB 17‐80 – a request from Joe Lloyd for a variance from (1) 15
the requirements of UDC Sec. 2.8 to allow for a 18 foot front yard setback
in the required 30 foot front yard setback in the LNC, Local Neighborhood
Commercial District for property located at 1501 E. 20th Street (Durango
Joe’s). (Helen Landaverde)
Business from:
Floor:
6 Chairman:
Members:
Staff:
7 Adjournment
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ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW BOARD
Petition ARB 17-80
Variance to allow for an 18 foot front yard setback in the required 30 foot front yard
setback in the LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District
December 7, 2017
DESCRIPTION OF PETITION
Petition No. ARB 17-80 is a request from Joe Lloyd for a variance to allow for an 18
foot front yard setback to the required 30 foot front yard setback in the LNC, Local
Neighborhood Commercial District. The property is legally described as:
All of Tract 1, and the North 10 feet of an abandoned alley adjacent to and
adjoining said Tract 1 on its South side, in Block 2, of the Cole
Subdivision, in the City of Farmington, San Juan County, New Mexico.
Otherwise located at 1501 East 20th Street
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant .......................... Joe Lloyd
Representative ................ Joe Lloyd
Property Owner ............... 2LS Group Holdings, LLC
Location of Property ....... 1501 East 20th Street (P8003969/R0031875)
Nature of Petition………..The applicant is requesting a variance to allow for an 18
foot front yard setback in the LNC, Local Neighborhood
Commercial District.
Applicable Regulations... City of Farmington Unified Development Code (UDC):
Pursuant to UDC 2.8 Density and dimensional standards the
required front yard setback in the LNC District is 30 feet.
Zoning .............................. LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District
Existing Use ..................... Commercial
Surrounding Zoning……. North: OP, Office Professional
South: SF-7, Single-family Residential
East: LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District
West: LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District
Surrounding Land Use… North: Commercial
East: Commercial
South: Residential
West: Commercial
Public Notice……………..Publication of Notice of this petition appeared in the Daily
Times on Sunday, November 19, 2017. Adjoining property
owners were sent notice by certified mail on Wednesday,
November 15, 2017, and a sign was posted on the property
on Tuesday, November 22, 2017.
Staff .................................. Helen Landaverde, Associate Planner
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BACKGROUND
The applicant is requesting a variance to the front yard setback to allow for the
expansion of an existing uncovered patio for a Durango Joe’s coffee establishment in
the LNC District. The applicant proposes to extend the existing uncovered patio by eight
(8) feet. The subject property is a corner lot with double-frontage. The existing patio is
approximately 32 feet away from the north front property line. The patio encroaches six
(6) feet into the required front yard, permitted under Section 2.8.3(C)(d)(2) and it is
located 26 feet from the north front property line. The applicant is requesting to reduce
the north front yard setback from 30 feet to 18 feet for the expansion of the existing
patio to provide additional outdoor seating for patrons.
San Juan County Tax Assessor’s records show that the size of the property is 0.42
acres (19,411.860 sq. ft.). The Durango Joe’s coffee establishment occupies 1,024 sq.
ft. of the property and has a drive through service. Pursuant to UDC 2.8.1 Density and
dimensional standards the minimum front yard setback is 30 feet in the LNC, Local
Neighborhood Commercial. The uncovered patio encroaches six (6) feet into the
required 30 foot front yard (north front property line), permitted under Section
2.8.3(C)(d)(2). Other buildings in the area are approximately 30 feet away from the front
property line and are mostly commercial uses without drive through services. The sizes
of the properties in this area range from 0.3 acres to 1.37 acres.
The applicant proposes to expand the existing uncovered patio by eight (8) feet (8’ x
29’= 232 sq. ft.) to allow for an additional 8-10 seating spaces for patrons. Presently, the
Durango Joe’s has seven tables with 14 seats inside and three patio tables with six
seats; totaling 20 seats. There are 19 marked parking spaces for the current use on the
property, which meets the off-street minimum parking requirements (1.0 per 3 seats =
6.66 parking spaces, 2 spaces minimum). The proposed patio expansion will increase
Durango Joe’s seating to 30 seats and requires a minimum of 10 parking spaces. There
is sufficient off-street parking for the current use and for the proposed patio expansion.
The exisitng drive through service currently meets the vehicle stacking standards of the
UDC Section 5.2.9 with aisle widths of approximately 20 feet for 60 degrees angle
parking (one-way) and 24 feet for 90 degree angle parking.
Table 1. Minimum Number of Spaces
ACTIVITY TYPE MINIMUM STACKING SPACES MEASURED FROM
Restaurant drive-through 6 Order box
B. Size. Stacking spaces must be a minimum of nine feet by 20 feet in size.
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C. Location. Stacking spaces may not impede on- or off-site traffic movements or
movements into or out of off-street parking spaces.
Table 2. UDC Parking Diagram Dimensions
There are two existing curb cut entries to the property. The applicant is in the process of
expanding the parking area in the rear yard; however, the access drives and internal
circulation will remain the same.
Pursuant to UDC 5.4.4 Fence and wall location and height the maximum fence height
on the front property line is three feet, rising evenly to a maximum of 54 inches (4.5 feet)
at setback line, and thereafter a maximum of six feet. With the approval of this variance,
an 18-foot front yard setback to the north property line would allow for a six-foot tall
fence and/or wall at the setback line. However, a six-foot tall fence structure at the
setback line would not be in character with the area. The applicant has expressed that
he would like to maintain the existing height of the patio wall; a four-foot tall stucco wall.
The LNC District has a 30 foot front yard setback and the fence height may be
increased over three feet (36 inches) at the front property line by 0.60 inches per foot,
which would allow for a maximum wall height of 3’ 9/12” which is only 1.2” inches taller
than allowed.
Farmington’s Complete Streets Program core value Aesthetics encourages “building
facades, building forms, appropriately scaled streetscaping that is pleasing in
appearance and welcoming to residents and visitors alike” (Farmington Metropolitan
Planning Organization, 2016: 6) and the Complete Streets Advisory Group (CSAG) call
attention to creating spaces that “extend the public realm and create outdoor dining
experiences” (ibid, 2016: 8). Also, Complete Streets core value Economic Vitality
promotes urban street elements such as outdoor patio seating that can provide spaces
to “encourage locals and tourists to linger and shop” (Farmington Metropolitan Planning
Organization, 2016: 7).
The applicant is requesting a variance to front yard setback on the north only from 30
feet to 18 feet for the expansion of the existing uncovered patio to provide additional
outdoor seating for patrons.
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ANALYSIS
Variance Criteria – Section 8.12.4, UDC
A variance may be granted only where a literal enforcement of the Code provisions
would result in unnecessary hardship for a particular property. In order to grant a
variance, the ARB must make a positive finding of fact concerning each of the following
or, if a positive finding of fact cannot be made that the ARB specifically describes the
circumstance that would outweigh the strict requirement for a positive finding of fact and
determine the variance will not be a public detriment:
1. That special conditions and circumstances exist, which are peculiar to the
land, structure or building involved and are not applicable to other lands,
structures or buildings in the same district; and, furthermore, that they are
not self-imposed, self-created or otherwise the result of actions by the
applicant.
The subject property is unique. Properties in this area are mostly commercial
uses and meet the 30 foot front yard setback for the LNC district; however, the
subject property is the only commercial use with a drive through service. The
subject property is small for a commercial use (0.42 acres), the requirements for
off-street parking, vehicle staking areas and internal circulation limit potential
improvements to the property.
Across the street is a shopping center with several properties that are from 0.67
acres to 1.35 acres in size. To the east, the property is 0.52 acres. The applicant
is requesting approval to reduce the north property line front yard setback from
30 feet to 18 feet for the expansion of the existing uncovered patio to provide
additional outdoor seating for patrons.
This criterion IS met.
2. That a literal interpretation of the provisions of the Code would deprive the
applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same
district under the terms of the Code.
The literal interpretation of the provisions of the UDC would deprive the applicant
of the rights commonly enjoyed by other property owners in the area. Properties
in this area are mostly commercial uses. The applicant’s property is the only
commercial use with a drive through service. The property is smaller for a
commercial use (0.42 acres). The requirements for off-street parking, vehicle
staking areas and internal circulation limit potential improvements to the property.
The proposed expansion to the uncovered patio would allow the applicant to
provide additional seating for patrons and maintain the design of the building.
This criterion IS met.
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3. The applicant demonstrates that the request is a minimum easing of the
Code requirements, making possible the reasonable use of the land,
building or structure.
The requested variance is a minimum easing of the UDC. The applicant is
requesting approval to reduce the north property line front yard setback from 30
feet to 18 feet for the expansion of the existing uncovered patio to provide
additional outdoor seating for patrons. The requested variance is a reasonable
use of the land and it is consistent with the surrounding area. The proposed patio
extension is relatively small and will add 232 sq. ft. and will not make a
significant visual impact. Also, the requested variance promotes Farmington’s
Complete Streets Program Aesthetics and Economic Vitality by creating spaces
that would “encourage locals and tourists to linger and shop” (Farmington
Metropolitan Planning Organization, 2016: 7) and “extend the public realm and
create outdoor dining experiences” (ibid, 2016: 8).
This criterion IS met.
4. That the granting of the variance is in harmony with the general interest,
the general purpose and intent of the Code, and is not injurious to the
neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to the public welfare.
The requested variance to reduce the north property line front yard setback from
30 feet to 18 feet is in harmony with the general interest, the general purpose
and intent of the Code. The proposed front yard setback of 18 feet for the north
property line does not significantly obstruct visibility. The applicant is proposing to
improve and enhance the integrity of the site by creating a community space that
will encourage aesthetics and economic vitality in the area.
This criterion IS met.
5. That the proposed variance will not permit a use not otherwise allowed in
the underlying district.
Granting this variance will not allow a use not otherwise allowed in the LNC,
Local Neighborhood District. The use is commercial and it is an allowed use in
this district.
This criterion IS met.
6. That no nonconforming use of neighboring lands, structures or buildings in
the same district and no permitted use of lands, structures or buildings in
other districts has been or shall be considered grounds for the issuance of
a variance.
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Non-conforming uses or buildings on other properties are not used to justify the
requested variance.
This criterion IS met.
7. That the applicant would suffer an unnecessary hardship if the variance
requested were denied.
The applicant would suffer an unnecessary hardship if the variance were denied.
The applicant’s property is small for commercial purposes (0.42 acres). The
current internal circulation system along with the existing off-street parking limits
potential improvements to the property and adhering to the UDC requirements
would prevent the applicant from making improvements and development on the
subject property.
This criterion IS met.
CONCLUSION
The Community Development Department concludes that approval of ARB 17-80 is
appropriate. The request is a minimum easing of the code and it would be in harmony
with the general purpose and intent of the code, and would not be injurious to the
neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to the public welfare.
RECOMMENDATION
The Community Development Department recommends approval of Petition ARB 17-
80 from Joe Lloyd for a variance to allow an 18 foot front yard setback to the required
30 foot front yard setback for the north property line at 1501 East 20th Street in in the
LNC, Local Neighborhood Commercial District and subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant must apply for building permits.
2. The patio wall and/or other fence structures in the north front yard must not
exceed a maximum of four feet at the 18-foot front yard setback.
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Photos of subject property
Picture of front yard
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Measurement of proposed patio
expansion
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PLANNING MEMO COMMENTS SUMMARY
ARB 17-80 1501 E. 20TH ST-DURANGO JOES
Deadline: 11/1/17
City of Farmington Departments
CD Complete Streets concepts, including bicycle and
pedestrian amenities such as providing bicycle
racks and providing areas for dining outdoors,
should be encouraged throughout Farmington.
Director – M. Holton
An extended patio could provide clearer
definition to the site's two (2) driveways along
20th Street, thereby eliminating potential
conflicts.
CD Addressing – Planning Division
CD Chief Building Official – D. Childers No comment
CD Long Range Planner
CD MPO – D. Garcia
CD Oil & Gas Inspector – L. Simms
CITY City Manager’s Office – J. Baird No comment
ELEC Customer Care Manager – L. Richardson
ELEC Electrical Engineering – L Aligarbes No conflict with the existing power line nearby.
ELEC T & D – R. Romero
FIRE Fire Captain – D. Doudy
FIRE Fire Marshall – B. Vega
LEGAL City Attorney – J. Breakell
LEGAL Deputy City Attorney – E. Wayne No comment
POLICE Code Compliance – TM. Romero No comment
POLICE Sergeant – P. Flores
PRCA C. Styron No comment
PW City Engineer – N. Westerling
PW Engineering – T. Sitta No comment
PW Streets Superintendent – C. Fuller
PW Traffic Engineer – C. Trask
PW Water/Waste Water – M. Tso No comment
Other Entities
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New Mexico Gas Company – L. Moore No comment
CenturyLink – K. Michael No comment
Enterprise Field Services
Comcast Cable – M. Johnson
CH2MHILL OMI – R. Rosen
Field Services
Farmington School District – C. Lyons
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MINUTES
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW BOARD
November 9, 2017 – 6:00 P.M.
The Administrative Review Board met in regular session on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at
6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 800 Municipal Drive, Farmington, New Mexico.
Members present Chair-Ireke Cooper
James Dennis
Jeff Johanson
Paul Martin
Lynn Scott
Members absent: None
Staff present: Teri Clashin
Mary Holton
Helen Landaverde
Cindy Lopez
Karen Walker
Ellen Wayne
Others addressing the Board: Matt Dodson
Charles Holmes
Callie Vanderbilt
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Cooper and there being a quorum
present the following proceedings were duly had and taken.
Approval of the Agenda
A motion was made by Board Member Dennis and seconded by Board Member Johanson to
approve the agenda. The motion passed unanimously by a vote of 5-0.
Approval of the Minutes from the October 5, 2017 Regular Meetings
Board Member Dennis made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 5, 2017 regular
meeting. The motion was seconded by Board Member Scott and passed unanimously by a vote
of 5-0.
Swearing in of Witnesses
All parties that wished to speak on behalf of any agenda item were sworn in by Karen Walker.
Petition No. ARB 17-76
Variance to the height of a fence in the front yard
Discussion of ARB No. 17-76 on November 9, 2017
Associate Planner Helen Landaverde presented the staff report for ARB 17-76, a request from
Tammy Bruyere, represented by Chris Haiby with Viking Security Fence, LLP, for a variance
from the requirements of UDC Section 5.4.4 Fence and wall location and height for SF-7 Single-
family Residential District, to allow for a 5’6” tall fence structure (2’6” tall retaining wall topped by
a 3’ tall picket fence) in the front yard setback for property located at 3500 Colgate Avenue.
A permit was issued on August 23, 2017 to the applicant for the replacement of a chain-link
fence on top of a retaining wall that is over three feet tall and less than six feet. However, the
replacement retaining wall was set back three feet from its original location. The applicant
proposes to build a three foot picket fence on top of the already built 2’6” foot tall retaining wall.
The combined height of the proposed fence structure would be 5’6”.
Ms. Landaverde stated that Pursuant to UDC 5.4.4 Fence and wall location and height the
maximum fence height on the front property yard setback and at the front right-of-way line is 3
feet, rising evenly to a maximum of 54 inches at setback line, and thereafter to a maximum of
six feet. The SF-7 District has a 25 foot front yard setback.
Research shows that the subject property is 0.2 acres and a portion of the property has a
sloped front yard. Other properties in the area have flat front yards, said Ms. Landaverde.
The applicant previously had a fence structure over three feet tall that consisted of a chain-link
fence on top of a retaining wall at the front property line. The previous retaining wall was
located along a sidewalk, and required guardrails. The replacement retaining wall was set back
3 feet and does not require guardrails. The applicant is requesting a variance to the retaining
wall and fence height to allow for a 5’6” tall fence structure within the front yard setback for
safety purposes to prevent children from falling off when they play in the front yard and to
improve the appearance of the neighborhood.
The requested variance is a minimum easing of the Code. The request is a reasonable use of
the land and is consistent with the surrounding area. The proposed fence structure is in
harmony with the general intent of the Code, and does not significantly obstruct visibility.
Staff recommends approval.
Board Member Dennis asked if the previous retaining wall and fence was legal nonconforming.
Planning Manager Cindy Lopez said it was legal nonconforming, but when the petitioner chose
to move the retaining wall back 3 feet, he now had to come into conformity or ask for a variance.
Chris Haiby, from Viking Fence Company, 639 Highway 170, said the retaining wall is actually 3
feet tall, and has a 36” drop. The retaining wall was moved back due to a meter can that had
limited access.
Mr. Dennis asked if the elevation of the yard increased when the retaining wall was moved
back. Michael Web, who resides at 3500 Colgate, said the elevation at the front of the yard was
matched to the elevation near the house to straighten out the slope of the yard. Mr. Web
showed the Board Members pictures of the front of his house with the new retaining wall.
Mr. Dennis asked why a fence was necessary in the front yard. Mr. Web said a fence would
help contain his dogs and his grandkids inside the yard. He said his insurance company
required a fence due to the 36 inch drop from the retaining wall.
Administrative Review Board Action of November 9, 2017
A motion was made by Board Member Dennis and seconded by Board Member Scott to
approve Petition No. ARB 17-76, a request from Tammy Bruyere, represented by Chris Haiby
with Viking Security Fence, LLP, for a variance from the requirements of UDC Section 5.4.4
Fence and wall location and height for SF-7 Single-family Residential District, to allow for a 5’6”
tall fence structure (2’6” tall retaining wall topped by a 3’ tall picket fence) in the front yard
setback for property located at 3500 Colgate Avenue.
AYE: Chair Cooper, Board Members Dennis, Johanson Martin, and Scott.
NAY: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
APPROVED 5-0
Reason for vote:
Board Member Martin said the fence structure was there before and the new structure is similar
to the old structure.
Board Member Johanson said the request was reasonable and there are issues with safety and
insurance.
Board Member Scott said the new structure is similar to what had been there before.
Chair Cooper stated the fence structure appeared to be in harmony with the neighborhood and
noted agreement with conditions 1-7 in the ARB Agenda Book which states reason for
agreement to allow the variance.
Petition No. ARB 17-68
Variance to the size of an accessory structure
Discussion of ARB No. 17-68 on November 9, 2017
Associate Planner Helen Landaverde presented a staff report for ARB 17-68, a remanded
request from Matt Dodson for a variance to allow: (1) a detached shop/storage building with a
second story, 4,000 square feet (40’x75’x2) and (2) a carport measuring 600 square feet
(40’x15’), totaling 4,600 square feet, to keep and repair multiple personal vehicles for property in
the SF-7 SMHAO, Single-family Residential District with a Special Mobile Home Area Overlay,
located at 455 Taylor Dr. The applicant is also proposing to install a wood shop on the second
floor.
The applicants’ property is larger than the required minimum lot size and larger than other
properties in the area. Lots vary in size from 0.12 acres to 0.33 acres. Accessory structures in
the area vary in size from 96 square feet to 840 square feet.
Pursuant to UDC Section 2.5B, stated Ms. Landaverde, accessory structures must be
subordinate to the principal use and structure. If the accessory structure is within the allowed
building footprint, it shall not exceed 2,000 square feet.
The applicant is proposing to construct within the allowed buildable footprint a two-story metal
shop/storage building that exceeds the size limitation by 230% for accessory structures.
Ms. Landaverde said the request is not consistent with the neighborhood, is not a minimum
easing of the code, will not be subordinate to the principle structure and is not in harmony with
the general purpose and intent of the code. Staff is recommending denial.
Board Member Dennis said the building footprint is 2,000 square foot. He asked if the structure
would be allowed if it did not have a carport. Ms. Landaverde said it would not be permitted
because it would still be a 4,000 square foot structure with the second story.
Matt Dodson, who resides at 620 Gladeview Drive, stated that he has tremendously trimmed
down the size of the shop from his previous request. He said he plans to have a toilet, sink, and
microwave on the second floor, but the height of the roof on the second floor would not be very
tall with the 20 foot height restriction of the building. Mr. Dodson said the carport is intended to
protect his RV from the weather. He said the lot is surrounded by trees and the structure will
not affect the neighbors.
Mr. Dodson stated that he has spoken with neighbors on each side of the access to his property
and they were receptive to selling some of their property to him so that he could widen his
access. With a wider access, Mr. Dodson said, he could subdivide the property in the future.
Charles Holmes, a real estate agent with San Juan Realty at 624 E. Main Street, stated that a 2-
story shop would adversely impact the neighborhood. He said he was speaking on behalf of the
property owner of 411 Taylor who has an adobe structure that was built in 1910. Mr. Holmes
said adobe structures need sunlight and a 2-story shop would block the sunlight from 411
Taylor. Mr. Holmes said a large shop structure would negatively impact property values in the
neighborhood.
Calle Vanderbuilt resides at #7 Road 3598 and owns the house at 411 Taylor. She said she
and her husband bought the property because of the central location of the home. Ms.
Vanderbuilt said she believes a 2-story shop would negatively affect property values and would
block the sun from her home at 411 Taylor. She mentioned that the shop would not be
subordinate to the principle structure and felt it would be injurious to herself and to her property
rights. She asked the Board to deny the request.
Mr. Dodson said the home at 411 Taylor was too far from his property for a 2-story building to
block the sun and felt the adobe home would not be affected by his shop. Mr. Dodson said he
has 15 vehicles that he would like to put in the proposed shop. He mentioned he could bring all
of his vehicles to the property even without a shop. He said he could park them there and
nobody could do anything about it. Mr. Dodson said he encouraged the Board to pass his
petition.
Charles Holmes stated the only benefit for a 2-story industrial shop in the neighborhood would
be for the property owner. Mr. Holmes said that type of structure would become an issue in the
future when people want to sell their properties.
Board Member Dennis said the request is an easing of what had been presented previously and
that Mr. Dennis had supported. Mr. Dennis said he did not see the structure as a detriment to
the neighborhood and said it was a minor easing of the code.
Board Member Johanson said the petitioner has a large parcel of property and has now found
out that he can subdivide if he makes the access wider.
Board Member Scott said she drives past the area every day and the structure would be visible
from Auburn. She said a 2-story industrial structure would be detrimental to the area.
Chair Cooper said part of the discussion is that the proposed structure would be a minimum
easing of the code. It is not a minimum easing of the code with the second story and the
carport. There is no evidence that overturns the 7 criteria stated in the staff report.
Administrative Review Board Action of October 5, 2017
A motion was made by Board Member Martin and seconded by Board Member Scott to deny
Petition No. ARB 17-68, a request from Matt Dodson for a variance to allow: (1) a detached
shop/storage building with a second story, 4,000 square feet (40’x75’x2) and (2) a carport
measuring 600 square feet (40’x15’), totaling 4,600 square feet, to keep and repair multiple
personal vehicles for property in the SF-7 SMHAO, Single-family Residential District with a
Special Mobile Home Area Overlay, located at 455 Taylor Dr.
AYE: Chair Cooper, Board Members Johanson, Martin, and Scott
NAY: Board Member Dennis
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
DENIED 5-0
Business from the Floor: There was no business from the Floor.
Business from the Chair: There was no business from the Chair.
Business from the Members: There was no business from the Members
Business from Staff: There was no business from Staff.
Adjournment: The November 9, 2017 meeting of the Administrative Review Board was
adjourned at 7:06 p.m. with a motion by Board Member Martin that was seconded by Board
Member Scott by a vote of 5-0.
_________________________________ ________________________________
Ireke Cooper- Chair Karen Walker-Administrative Assistant
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