Case Number:
A-16-082
Applicant:
Cheryl R. Mijangos
Owner:
Alberto and Cheryl Mijangos
Council District:|1313|Location:
138 W. Mariposa Drive
Legal Description:
Lots 15 & 16, Block 10, NCB 9014
Zoning:
"R-4 AHOD" Residential Single-Family Airport Hazard Overlay District
Case Manager:
Logan Sparrow, Senior Planner
Request
A request for 1) a two foot variance from the required five foot rear setback, as described in Section 35-371(b)(7), to allow an accessory dwelling unit to be built three feet from the rear property line and 2) a two foot variance from the required five foot side setback, also described in Section 35-371(b)(7), to allow an accessory dwelling unit to be built three feet from the side property line.
Executive Summary
The subject property is located at 138 W. Mariposa Drive, approximately 466 feet west of Oran Drive. The property owner tore down an old garage that was built in 1941, per Bexar County records. They wish to replace the old garage with a new accessory dwelling unit and wish to place it in the location of the former garage. The proposal would place the accessory structure three feet from the rear and side property lines. The Unified Development Code requires that accessory dwelling units must be located at least five feet from the side and rear property lines. A two foot variance is required for each setback to allow for the proposed project.
During field visits, staff noted that accessory dwelling units and detached garages are common within the neighborhood. Several homes, including those immediately across the street, benefit from similar designs. As a result, the property owner will not benefit from a reduction not similarly enjoyed by others in the neighborhood.
Subject Property Zoning/Land Use
Existing Zoning
Existing Use
"R-4 AHOD" Residential Single-Family Airport Hazard Overlay District
Single-Family Dwelling
Surrounding Zoning/Land Use
Orientation
Existing Zoning District(s)
Existing Use
North
"R-4 AHOD" Re...
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