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Regular Council Meeting January 28, 2019 Page 4 Mr. Godwin explained the applicant requested a zoning change from Commercial to Commercial with a Specific Use Permit for self -storage. He further explained that the applicant currently operates a carwash on this lot, which she plans to close and convert into a storage facility. Mr. Godwin said the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval, as did staff. Mayor Clifford opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak in support or opposition of this zoning change, to please come forward. With no one speaking, Mayor Clifford closed the public hearing. A Motion to approve the zoning change was made by Council Member Trenado and seconded by Council Member Pilgrim. Motion carried, 6 ayes — 0 nays. 16. Conduct a public hearing, discuss and act on ORDINANCE NO. 2019-006: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS, AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 1710 OF THE CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS, AS HERETOFORE AMENDED, BY AMENDING SECTIONS 13, "ACCESSORY BUILDING REGULATIONS," TO ADD SECTION 13-102, "REGULATIONS FOR ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS;" TO AMEND SECTION 22 TO ADD A DEFINITION OF ACCESSORY RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS; PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A PENALTY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Godwin said Section 13 of the Zoning Ordinance regulates accessory buildings within the City, but prohibited accessory dwelling units in residential areas. He also said that the Planning and Zoning Commission discussed allowing accessory dwellings in residential areas but with certain restrictions. He explained the ordinance addressed lot size, zoning districts, setbacks, utility and metering restrictions, site planning, building lines, maximum height, structure size, building materials, driveway placement and parking. Mr. Godwin said the Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommended approval of the ordinance. Mayor Clifford opened the public hearing and asked for anyone wishing to speak in support or opposition of this item, to please come forward. With no one speaking, Mayor Clifford closed the public hearing. Council Member Portugal inquired if there was a limit to the number of accessory buildings that could be on a single property. Mr. Godwin explained that the size of the accessory could be no more than 35% of the size of the primary dwelling. Council Member Portugal asked how the City was going to enforce item 14. Mr. Godwin said staff would have to take the word of the people, as to whether or not those residing in the accessory dwelling were related to the residents in the primary residence. Council Member Pilgrim wanted to know if the 35% included a shop or garage. Mr. Godwin said it did not, but included only living space. Council Member Pilgrim also inquired about the accessory dwelling being located a minimum of fifteen feet from the primary dwelling, and said there were several accessory buildings on Church Street