Case Number:
BOA-19-10300096
Applicant:
Frederic D Wile
Owner:
Frederic D Wile
Council District:|1010|Location:
306 Callaghan Avenue
Legal
Description:
The North 80.04 feet Lot 2, Block 3, NCB 721
Zoning:
"RM-4 H AHOD" Residential Mixed Lavaca Historic Airport Hazard Overlay District
Case Manager:
Dominic Silva, Senior Planner
Request
A request for 1) a 4' 6" variance from the 5' side and rear setback, as described in Section 35-516, to allow a detached storage shed to be 6" from the side and rear yard property line, and 2) a 2' 6" variance from the 3' requirement for projecting architectural features, also described in Section 35-516, to allow an overhang to be 6" from the side and rear property lines.
Executive Summary
The subject property is located at 306 Callaghan Avenue within the Lavaca Historic Neighborhood. The primary structure is built circa 1910 following the Folk Victorian style; the primary structure measures less than 1,200 square feet, as does all other similar primary structures within the area.
The applicant requests a variance for a shed that was partially constructed prior to stopping work. The shed measures 140 square feet and thus does not require a permit. The owner has gone before HDRC and has obtained a Certificate of Appropriateness for the shed.
Staff notes the accessory structures within the historic district generally follow historic setbacks closer to property lines and narrow rear yards. The entire block, including the properties adjacent to the subject property, feature accessory structures closer to the property lines. The accessory structure is not noticeable from the public right-of-way.
Code Enforcement History
No Code Enforcement history exists on the property.
Permit History
Permits are not needed for a shed under 300 square feet.
Subject Property Zoning/Land Use
Existing Zoning
Existing Use
"RM-4 H AHOD" Residential Lavaca Historic Airport Hazard Overlay District
Single-Family Dwelling
Surrounding Zoning/Land...
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