06 - Boards & Commissions - Minutes & ReportsItem No. 6
REGULAR MEET1YVG
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
I JJ GEOR(E WRIGHT HOMES
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4hVUTF,S OF AJqvj7 2022
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Stevesmid) Comjilissiollorof the Board ol'Coinmissione.rs (Phone)
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to the InotAiriv.
3. C'itiZCqN' YON111) G-)L:,,ed wid closed "ith no one 11re';cIlt it) ,Tweak.
4. Appi-cival of ille Mint-Ics front. Marcin 15. 1-022. meeting. M inutes of 1 he meeting were
,ippro't LdMth a motion mWe bvklr. Smith and seconded b\ '_iris. Wilson. PasnA 3-0,
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vouchers v, ith I I voucher,; e "ut. looking for places. Vub tic Flousjll-svacmcies with I St ing in
this wuck,
b. Batik statements, balance shvot,-,,., and {graphs .tear Nlaroh'2022 through April 2022 were given to
the `ioarcl. Baiik staTamtmv; with ending balances jjir See 8
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C.Kequ;sr for Wai" -r of the Cit\'s portion ofyhtVTLOT has 1 -wen approi, tA by the City Council
wail, it,,! s-tooo. Rcriminitig Pli Lo I, has Nxii paid W The 01\.
d. Nls.'R,,A:xt advi\wd ilic Pkiard. ofproNems at Booker r NNashingtoit. A large grourp (if people
tray t. teliallis") hak-c ;."IdL the parking loo ,treel beside the CommunItY Ceatcr their neNh 'hang cavi"
:pct'. -1 hey art, taking tip timant parkiw spaces. blocking the streer. and leaving artless f(jr the
vlai11wDaj1L-,C Nfial it-, iJeiu) up. M-,. I'Uahart personalty NveiTt to there and asked there to not httrtg
twirl then, flw,, left but raturried that They are cominuousl) hanging out there during the
NNeekand pan Ms. RutharL Tia, also called the Police but to no aN, ail. Ms. Rutbart has
ions p(-t,.;d ;'o- no rarking, no 4m:slwsing,ete. This is not Ms-RuThart asked for
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,;uggcit�-ons '-om the Board, N,6- W it,, n -aiggc.Nted calling the Cits Attoimev, M.s. flarris. , .
Wilson lsu stmiA that --he Avould I.A. to the Chief (yf Police and mentimed that it is a eruct free
&)tje ju.,, io it !)eijigI to thuchooll JO Given."").
c. M-,. Rnth3il told ,I,e Board -that nQ%v roof-, Nvould li: put on.6 buildiDgS it Booker .T`
\Npshin-vinllomob a ti iv Nvry near fiu-1 tire ai i d that thi• pai,11tilig of the exit: rior of Those 6
vo)uld be soon a , v% ell.
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2U-' 1-%11v 11),0111,: 1 .it Motion mad,; by Nts, W il.,on and qeeon&d by Mr. Smith. 'Motior.
passed 3-0
021-016 Budao ReN itiiovi FY F 06 ','0.'2-022 Motion made bN4.q. NVil,;on and sveouded b�
Mr. *411, Votim jv;iod.34
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wilsoll''Motioll pa—ed I -o.
8, Mr. lhyneen,-,kod -h,- Wanylhing needod to be added to the next agoida. After
no one ratil icd, %I r. i 4a, ac, asked for a motion lbr adjourommit. I lic motion -,vas made b_N Mr
Smith and ,ccondcd b) 14,. Wilson. 'Ootion passed 34nic mouting was adjoumcd in 1:21 }int.
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CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1.07 EAST KAUFMAN
PARIS TEXAS
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1. The meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission was called called to order at
5:30p.m. by Chairman Chad Lindsey.
Commissioners Present: Chad Lindsey, Tylesha Ross -Mosley, Francine Neeley, Michael
Mosher, Sims Norment
Commissioners Absent: Austin Anthony
2. Citizens' forum.
(Persons desiring to address the Planning and Zoning Commission must limit their presentation to no more than two
minutes. Unless an item is posted on the Agenda, the Texas Open Meetings Act prohibits the Commission from
responding to any comments other than to refer the matter to a future agenda, to an existing policy, or to a staff person
with specific factual information. Claims against the City, Council Members, or employees, as well as individual personal
appeals are not appropriate for citizens' forum.)
The citizen's forum was declared open. With no one speaking, the forum was declared
closed.
3. Approve minutes from the meeting of April 04, 2022.
A motion to approve the minutes for the April 04, 2022 meeting was made by Clifton
Fendley, seconded by Tylesha Ross -Mosley. Motion carried 6-0.
4. Public hearing to consider and take action regarding the petition of the City of Paris for a
Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Commercial (C) to Low Density Residential
(LDR) in the City of Paris, City Block 170-C, Lots 14-C, 14-D, 14-E, 17, 18,13A, 13,
12, 11, 14-B, PT of 14, 16, 2-1, being located at 2520,. 2510, 2350, 2340, 2330, 2320,
2310, 2296, 2286, 2530, 2640, 2710 and 2280 SE 3rd Street, Newberry Addition CB 167,
Block 167, Lot 4, being located at 2705 SE 3rd Street, City Block 167, Lot 3B and 5,
being located at 2400 BLK and 2735 SE 3rd Street- LCAD #'s 100434, 100439, 101536,
70336, 70937, 70742, 70739, 71188, 71599, 71393, 100436, 106759, 71625, 119215,
71892, 71884 and 71893.
The public hearing was declared open. With no one speaking the public hearing was
declared closed.
A motion was made by Francine Neeley, seconded by Tylesha Ross -Mosley to approve the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Motion carried 6-0.
5. Public hearing to consider and take action regarding the petition of Donald Wilson on
behalf of Sunrise Ministries Intl Church for a change in zoning from a Neighborhood
Service District (NS) to a Commercial District (C) in the City of Paris, Block 249, Lot 35-
A, located at 3055 Clarksville Street- LCAD 17987.
The public hearing was declared open. With no one speaking the public hearing was
declared closed.
A motion was made by Clifton Fendley, seconded by Sims Norment to approve the zoning
change. Motion carried 6-0.
6. Public hearing to consider and take action regarding the petition of Donald Wilson on
behalf of Sunrise Ministries Intl Church for a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a Self-
Storage/Mini-Warehouse in the City of Paris, Block 249, Lot 35-A, located at 3055
Clarksville Street- LCAD 17987.
The public hearing was declared open. The commission declared the public hearing to be
held over to the June 6t' P&Z meeting in order for the applicant to provide requested plans
and operating data. No action was taken.
7. Public hearing to consider and take action regarding the petition of Geneva Knight for a
change in zoning from a Light Industrial District (LI) to a One -Family Dwelling District
No. 2 (SF -2) in the City of Paris, Block 50, Lot 2, located at 1155 W. Cherry Street.
Public hearing was declared opened. With no one speaking the public hearing was declared
closed.
A motion was made by Sims Norment, seconded by Clifton Fendley to approve the zoning
change. Motion carried 6-0.
8. Consideration of and action on the Preliminary Plat of the Offutt North Main Addition, Lot
1, Block A, LCAD Property ID 15035, located at 423 N Main Street.
A motion was made by Clifton Fendley, seconded by Michael Mosher to approve the
Preliminary Plat with the following noted conditions:
1. The approval certification shall be added to the Preliminary Plat pursuant to
the City's Subdivision Ordinance Section IV (14) to read as follows:
"Chairman, Cifv oLParis Planning and Zoning Commission"
2. An accurate boundary survey of the property shall be provided on the final plat,
with bearings and distances referenced to survey lines and established
subdivisions, with complete and accurate field notes of said boundaries
pursuant to the City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V. (7) regarding the
fourth paragraph, "...a distance of 35.08 feet to a Y2 " iron pin found for
corner... "
3. The approval certificate shall be rewritten on the final plat pursuant the City's
Subdivision Ordinance, Section V (14) Approval Certifications as follows:
i. "Chairman, Ci , o( Paris Planning and Zoning Commission "
U. The undersigned, the City Clerk of the City of Paris, hereby certifies that
the foregoing final map or plat of the Lot 1 Block A Offutt North Main
Addition to the City of Paris was submitted to the City Council on the
day of___, , (continued) "
iii. "Witness my hand this day of A.D. 2022"
iv. "City Clerk, City of Paris Texas"
4. Locations of proposed lots, streets, alleys, easements, parks, building setback
lines (both front and side streets), minimum finished floor elevations for each
lot in the subdivision and other features requested by the City Engineer shall
be revised on the Final Plat pursuant to the City's Subdivision Ordinance,
Section V. Final Plat (8).
5. A utility easement shall be added to the Final Plat prior to release for final
recording if required by a franchise utility.
6. The preliminary building site plan shall be revised, or a variance obtained,
prior to release of the final plat for recording and any issuance of a building
permit.
Motion carried 6-0.
9. Consideration of and action on the Final Plat of the Offutt North Main Addition, Lot 1,
Block A, LCAD Property ID 15035, located at 423 N Main Street.
A motion was made by Sims Norment, seconded by Michael Mosher to approve the final
plat with the same noted conditions. Motion carried 6-0.
10. Consideration of and action on the Preliminary Plat of the Goodrum Addition, Lots 1 and
2, Block A, LCAD Property ID 15807 and 15808, located in the 500 Block of SE 1611
Street.
A motion was made by Clifton Fendley, seconded by Michael Mosher to approve the
preliminary plat with the following noted conditions:
1. Variances shall be approved by the Paris Board of Adjustment as a condition of
Preliminary and Final Plat approval prior release of the Final Plat for recording
and issuance of any building permits.
2. Per the City's Zoning Ordinance, Appendix Illustrations, 4. Corner Lot: The
setback on the southern end of Lot 2, Block A needs to be a front yard setback,
which is 25' in this zone.
a. The Developer shall modify the plan to include this larger setback, or
apply/provide a variance from the City.
3. Per the City's Zoning Ordinance, Section 9 Area Regulations, subsection
301(1): In the (2F) zoning districts the minimum lot depth for residential uses
shall be in accordance with the following schedule: 100'
a. The Developer shall modify the plan to reorient thefront" of the
proposed building in Lot 2 to face south, or apply/provide a variance from
the City to waive this requirement.
Motion carried 6-0.
11. Consideration of and action on the Final Plat of the Goodrum Addition, Lots 1 and 2,
Block A, LCAD Property ID 15807 and 15808, located in the 500 Block of SE 16th
Street.
A motion was made by Michael Mosher, seconded by Tylesha Ross -Mosley to approve
the final plat with the following noted conditions:
1. A utility easement shall be added to the Final Plat prior to release for
final recording, if required by a franchise utility.
2. Comments 1 & 2 from the Preliminary Plat notes withstanding.
3. Per the City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V. Final Plat (8): location
of proposed lots, streets, alleys, easements, parks, building setback lines
(both front and side streets), minimum finished floor elevations for each
lot in the subdivision and other features required by the City Engineer in
review of the preliminary plat, to be shown on the final plat.
a. The Developer shall include the finished floor elevation of
proposed structures
4. Per the City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V. Final Plat. Existing
utilities, buildings, drives shall not be shown for sake of clarity.
5. Per the City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V Final Plat (14): The City
Clerk of the City of Paris certificate shall be corrected as follows
b. In the signature block of the City Clerk, the title shall read "City
Clerk City of Paris, Texas"
6. Per the City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V. Final Plat (15):
Certification that all taxes and fees have been paid.
c. The Developer shall include certification that all taxes and fees
have been paid. The City shall verify this.
Motion carried 6-0.
12. Consideration of and action on the Preliminary Plat of the PUD 92 Addition, Lots 1 and 2,
Block A, LCAD Property ID 15357 and 15358, located at 714 and 722 NE 1st Street.
(Withdrawn by applicant)
13. Consideration of and action on the Final Plat of the Michaels 195 Addition, Lot 1, Block
A, LCAD Property ID 50140, located at 5040 FM 195.
A motion was made by Chad Lindsey, seconded by Tylesha Ross -Mosley to approve the
final plat with the following noted conditions:
1. The Final Plat shall show the locations ofproposed lots, streets, alleys,
easements, parks, building setback lines (both front and side streets), minimum
finished floor elevations for each lot in the subdivision and other features
requested by the City Engineer including the:
a. The Finished Floor minimum elevation shall be shown
b. Easements shall be extended to the property line
c. Rear yard setback lines shall be shown
Pursuant to the City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V(8).
2. The preliminary plat shall be resubmitted with revisions from previous
comments prior to release of the Final Plat for recording and issuance of a
building permit.
Motion carried 6-0.
14. Consideration of and action on the Final Plat of the Hill 48 Addition, Lot, 1, Block A,
LCAD Property ID 14122, located at 1269 Graham Street.
A motion was made by Clifton Fendley, seconded by Michael Mosher to approve the
final plat with the following noted conditions:
1. The number of lots and blocks, shall be shown in accordance with a systematic
arrangement:
a. The "lot 1 " notes are duplicated and confusing. Clam these notes.
b. Block A shall be noted on the plan.
Pursuant to the City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V. Final Plat (5).
2. An accurate boundary survey of the property, with bearings and distances
referenced to survey lines and established subdivisions, with complete and
accurate field notes of said boundaries shall be shown with the Point of
Beginning being indicated on the plat as written in the field notes pursuant to the
City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V. Final Plat (7).
3. Locations of proposed lots, streets, alleys, easements, parks, building setback
lines (both front and side streets), minimum finished floor elevations for each lot
in the subdivision and other features requested by the City Engineer
a. The Finished Floor minimum elevation shall be shown.
b. The Side and Rear side setbacks of the lot shall be indicated as such on
15.
the plan.
c. The north 25' building line should not cross the shown 5' utility
easement.
d. The 10' utility easement shall extend to the western bounds of the
property.
e. The reference for the 50' ROW on Graham St and 13th St NW, the
Spencer Addition, is not related to this location and is not
acceptable. The dedication of the 50' ROW must be found, or the
limits and centerline of the streets shall be located on the plan, and
then a 25' offset of the centerline shall be shown. If this offset is
not on the property edge, additional dedications shall be provided.
Pursuant to the City's Subdivision Ordinance, Section V. Final Plat (8).
4. The approval certificate shall be rewritten pursuant to the City's
Subdivision Ordinance, Section V. Final Plat (14).
Motion carried 6-0.
Request items for fixture agendas.
No request at this time.
16. Adjournment.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:00p.m.
APPROVED THIS 6h DAY OF JUNE 2022
Chairperson
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PARIS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MONTHLY MEETING
Board Members Present:
Josh Bray, Chairman
Curtis Fendley, Vice Chairman
Chase Coleman, Secretary/Treasurer
Stephen Terrell
Erik Roddy
Mark Homer
Ex -Officio Members Present:
Paris City Council Chambers
107 East Kaufman St.
Paris, Texas 75460
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
5:30 O'CLOCK P.M.
MINUTES
Staff Present:
Maureen Hammond, Executive Director
Chris Stout, Economic Development Associate
Stephen Kelly, Executive Assistant
Leal Counsel:
Casey Gain, PEDC Attorney
Paula Portugal, City Mayor Guests Present:
Grayson Path, City Manager Robert Vine, Assistant City Manager
Reginald Hughes, Mayor Pro Tem/City Council Liaison
Pam Anglin, President PJC
Call to Order
Mr. Bray called the monthly meeting of the Paris Economic Development Corporation to order at 5:30 p.m. on
May 17th, 2022.
Invocation
Mr. Erik Roddy gave the invocation.
Welcome and O enin Remarks
Mr. Bray opened by thanking everyone in attendance, including City Council and Staff, for being present during
tonight's board meeting.
Citizens' Input
Mr. Bray invited those present to speak during Citizens' Input. No one came forward and the Citizens' Input was
closed.
Discuss and Consider Aroyal of the Minutes of the Re .ular Meetin held A 01 19 2022
Mr. Bray asked for discussion and approval of the minutes.
Mr. Fendley made a motion to approve the April 19, 2022, minutes. Mr. Roddy seconded the motion.
Vote was 6 -ayes to 0 -nays
PEDC Board Meeting Minutes
Tuesday; May 17, 2022
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Discuss and consider approval ofmthme Aril_2022 financial statements
Mr. Coleman reported on financials for April 2022. He stated that for the month of April, total assets were at
$8,590,947. Roughly $2.7 million of it was in cash, $2.1 million in investments, $300,000 in taxes receivable, and
$3.4 million was in the industrial park. Total liabilities were $2,452,660 from a loan with the City of Paris. This
left a net position of approximately $6,138,287 million.
He noted that the line item titled "industrial incentives" totaling $1,391,550 is understated due to the recent
addition of Blossom Aerospace. This adjustment will bring the amount to an estimated $1,500,000 and will be
reflected on next month's financials.
Mr. Coleman resumed discussion on the income statement, stating total revenues for the month were $126,657
and expenses were $42,805, leaving a net position for the month of $79,457 after the interest deduction.
He closed by stating sales tax revenues were slightly down and referenced that in prior years April has never
been a high generating month for sales tax. There were no items of concern, and everything is within budget.
Mr. Coleman concluded by stating that we are continuing to have a strong year financially.
Mr. Terrell briefly inquired if the current April's sales tax was higher than last year's revenue. Mr. Bray and Mr.
Coleman confirmed that it was with a brief discussion. No additional questions followed.
Mr. Terrell made the motion to approve financials for the month of April. Mr. Homer seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 -ayes to 0 -nays
Review and Discuss re ort from executive director. Maureen Hammond,
Branding/Identity Project: Ms. Hammond reported that North Star conducted their familiarization tour and
interviews in Paris, Texas, from May 9th through May 12th. In total there were 10 focus groups with an average of
10 people per group. The groups consisted of Young Professionals, City Council, PEDC Board, Lamar County
Chamber Board, Business Community, Primary Employers, Realtors/Developers, City/PEDC/Chamber Staff, and
the Ministerial community. Several one-on-one interviews took place between focus groups to include nearly
30 community leaders and citizens. Ms. Hammond added that North Star reported interviews with a total of
approximately 100 people and noted that they felt very welcomed during their visit and had an impactful trip.
She concluded her report by thanking the board for the time they contributed to participating in the interviews
and for making the branding/identity project a priority.
Policy Review Committee: Dr. Hashmi, Mr. Homer, Mr. Roddy, and Ms. Hammond have completed review of the
operating standards and have determined the committee needs more time to evaluate the document and
ensure it is consistent with other internal policies. The committee plans to meet within the next 45 days with
final review within a couple months.
RFP for Lot Clearing and Cleanup of PEDC Sites: Request for bids were sent out on April 24th for the newly
acquired land next to Kimberly-Clark. Two bids were received in response to our request. Ms. Hammond noted
that staff needs time to evaluate the bids and will present a recommendation to the board in June.
Mr. Roddy inquired about shredding land maintenance at Gene Stallings Industrial Park. Ms. Hammond
responded that due to delays resulting from rains, the local company hired intends to complete work at
Northwest Industrial Park first and will start Gene Stallings Park afterwards for routine upkeep.
No additional questions followed these updates.
PEDC Board Meeting Minutes
Tuesday; May 17, 2022
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Convene into Executive Session:
1) Pursuant to Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to (1) discuss or deliberate regarding commercial or
financial information that the governmental body has received from a business prospect that the governmental
body seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the territory of the governmental body and with which the
governmental body is conducting economic development negotiations; or (2) to deliberate the offer of a
financial or other incentive to a business prospect described by Subdivision (1), to wit:
• Project Athens
2) Pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code: 1) to deliberate the appointment, employment,
evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee: or 2) to hear a complaint to
charge against an officer or employee. Personnel.
Chairman Bray convened the Board into Executive Session at 5:38 p.m.
Reconvene into Open Session and Consider Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session
Chairman Bray reconvened the Board into Open Session at 5:51 p.m.
Discuss and Consider Action on Project Athens
Mr. Fendley made the motion to approve the Performance Agreement for Project Athens with suggested
corrections on page four as discussed during Executive Session. Mr. Coleman seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 -ayes to 0 -nays.
Discuss Future A enda Items
No future agenda items were brought forward to discuss.
Ad iou rn
Mr. Roddy made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Coleman seconded the motion.
Vote was 6 -ayes to 0 -nays
Mr. Bray adjourned the meeting at 5:53 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
June 22, 2022
Stephen Kelly
Executive Assistant
Paris Economic Development Corporation
Minutes
Traffic Commission
City of Paris
The Traffic Commission met on Tuesday December 07, 2021 at 5:15 P.M. in the
Municipal Courtroom with the following members present:
1. John Darst
2. Tony Clark
3. John Eyler
4. Lloyd Fry
Absent: Wendell Moore, Michael Ellis, and Sandi Kear
The city staff was represented by Asst. Chief Randy Tuttle.
John Eyler called the meeting to order at 5:15pm. A quorum was established with
four members present.
Mr. Eyler then moved to item #2 regarding approval of minutes from October 05,
2021 meeting. Mr. Clark made a motion to approve the minutes and it was
second by Mr. Darst. Motion passed 4-0.
Mr. Eyler then moved to item #3 regarding discussion and possible action
concerning installation of a temporary speed zone on NW Loop 286. Mr. Tuttle
informed members that the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) had
recently awarded a contract for road construction on the NW Loop and TXDOT
had made a request that the speed limit in the construction area be lowered from
60 mph to 50 mph. TXDOT representative Austin Shatto informed members that
TXDOT had awarded Highway 19 Construction the project to overlay the
westbound lanes on NW Loop 286 from approximately Campbell Soup west to
19th NW (FM 79). Mr. Shatto said one lane will be overlaid while the other lane is
left open for traffic with a_ barrier between lanes. Once one lane is -completed
traffic will be rerouted to that lane and the other lane will be completed. Mr.
Shatto estimated the project should take about eight to nine months to complete
with work expected to begin around the end of December or first of January. Mr.
Shatto stated the speed zone will be between N. Main (US 271) and 19th NW
(FM 79). After discussion Mr. Darst made a motion to recommend council adopt
an ordinance to temporarily lower the speed limit from 60 mph to 50 mph during
this construction. A second was made by Mr. Fry and the motion passed 4-0.
Mr. Eyler them oved to item #4 regarding old business. There was none.
Mr. Eyler then moved to item #5 regarding future agenda items. There was none.
At 5:23pm Mr. Clark made a motion to adjourn the meeting. A second was made
by Mr. Darst and motion carried 4-0.
Chairperson: __ tom-' Date: _'"'.
SPECIAL MEETING
MINUTES
CITY OF PARIS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
CITY OF PARIS - CITY HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS CONFERENCE ROOM
PARIS TEXAS
TUESDAY JUNE 7TH 2022
12:00 O'CLOCK P.M.
1. The Board ofAdjustment meeting was called to order by RuthAnn Alsobrook at 12:01 p. m.
The following members were present: RuthAnn Alsobrook, Larry Walker, William
Sanders, Chris Fitzgerald, Jerry Haning, David Hamilton and Sequoia Bruce.
Also present were Andrew Mack, Stephanie Harris, Mayor Portugal and concerned
citizens.
2. Approval of minutes from previous meeting. (May 3, 2022)
Motion was made by William Sanders, seconded by Larry Walker to approve minutes for the May
3, 2022 meeting. Motion carried 5-0.
3. Continue public hearing to consider and take action on the petition of Alex Kozel,
regarding a S' front yard setback variance to the City of Paris Area Regulations, Section
9-501(1) on Lot 7, Block B, of the Hilltop Subdivision, Parcel 404917.
Motion was made by Larry Walker, seconded by Jerry Haning to recuse himself from items 3 and
4. Motion carried 5-0.
Motion was made by RuthAnn Alsobrook, seconded by William Sanders to appoint alternate
David Hamilton. Motion carried 4-0.
Andrew Mack, Director of Planning & Zoning, presented case to the board. Mr. Mack stated that
the two properties before the board were platted with an insufficient lot depth. that does not
require a variance, but it does not allow sufficient room for the minimum rear yard setback;
therefore the applicant is requesting the front yard variance so the rear yard setback can be met
and allow sufficient separation from neighboring properties. Lastly, staff recommends approval
based on the findings for both properties.
There was discussion amongst the board and Mr. Mack about parking requirements.
Ms. Alsobrook continued the public hearing.
No one else spoke in favor or opposition of the request.
Public hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by David Hamilton, seconded by Chris Fitzgerald to approve the 5' variance to
Section 9-501(1) of the Area Regulations to allow a 20' front yard versus the required 25' front
yard setback based on the following staff recommended findings. Motion carried 5-0.
STAFF RECOMMENDED FINDINGS
1. The request for variance is harmony with the general purposes and intent of Zoning
Ordinance No. 1710, as amended, and will not negatively impact the protection for the
adjacent surrounding property.
2. The request is to permit the new construction of residences which is not applicable with
regard to a non -conforming use. Triplexes are permitted by right in the MF -1 District.
There are special or unique conditions of restricted area for the lots as a result of the prior
plat approval of the land in the subdivision. This is not generally applicable to other parcels
of land in the same zoning district under new platting and development standards. This has
caused an unusual and practical difficulty to be in compliance with the provisions sought
here to be varied as a result of the original plat approval making it nearly impossible to meet
the front yard setback.
4. The hardship sought to be avoided is not the result of (a) the applicant's own actions (self-
imposed or self-created although unintentional), and (b) an economic or financial hardship.
The substandard parcels were created as a part of the original plat approval by the City and
initial subdivision developer.
The provisions of Zoning Ordinance No. 1710, and its amendments, that are sought to be
varied would deprive the applicant of the normal rights to use the property that is commonly
enjoyed by other properties in the same MF -1 Zoning District without approval and not
being required to fully comply with the front yard setback ordinance provisions.
4. Continue public hearing to consider and take action on the petition of Alex Kozel,
regarding a 5' front yard setback variance to the City of Paris Area Regulations, Section
9-501(1) on Lot 8, Block B, of the Hilltop Subdivision, Parcel 404918.
Ms. Alsobrook continues the public hearing.
No one spoke in favor or opposition of the request.
Public hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by William Sanders, seconded by David Hamilton to approve the 5' variance to
Section 9-501(1) of the Area Regulations to allow a 20' front yard versus the required 25' front
yard setback based on the following staff recommended findings. Motion carried 5-0.
STAFF RECOMMENDED FINDINGS
1. The request for variance is harmony with the general purposes and intent of Zoning
Ordinance No. 1710, as amended, and will not negatively impact the protection for the
adjacent surrounding property.
2. The request is to permit the new construction of residences which is not applicable with
regard to a non -conforming use. Triplexes are permitted by right in the MF -1 District.
There are special or unique conditions of restricted area for the lots as a result of the prior
plat approval of the land in the subdivision. This is not generally applicable to other parcels
of land in the same zoning district under new platting and development standards. This has
caused an unusual and practical difficulty to be in compliance with the provisions sought
here to be varied as a result of the original plat approval making it nearly impossible to meet
the front yard setback.
4. The hardship sought to be avoided is not the result of (a) the applicant's own actions (self-
imposed or self-created although unintentional), and (b) an economic or financial hardship.
The substandard parcels were created as a part of the original plat approval by the City and
initial subdivision developer.
5. The provisions of Zoning Ordinance No. 1710, and its amendments, that are sought to be
varied would deprive the applicant of the normal rights to use the property that is commonly
enjoyed by other properties in the same MF -1 Zoning District without approval and not
being required to fully comply with the front yard setback ordinance provisions.
5. Continue public hearing to consider and take action on the petition of Cheyney Bryan, on
behalf of Bill and Anita Roetcisoender, regarding a 13'7" lot depth variance to the City of
Paris Area Regulations Section 9-301(1) on Lot 2, Block A, of the Wells Bryan Addition,
Parcel 17934.
Motion was made by William Sanders, seconded by Jerry Haning to re -appoint Larry Walker to
the board. Motion carried 4-0.
Motion was made by Larry Walker, seconded by William Sanders to recuse Chris Fitzgerald
from item 5. Motion carried 4-0.
Motion was made by Jerry Haning, seconded by Larry Walker to re -appoint David Hamilton as
an alternate. Motion carried 4-0.
Mr. Mack, Director of Planning & Zoning, presented case to the board. Mr. Mack stated that this
variance is for lot depth for a minor lot division to allow a duplex to be built facing the opposite
street. He continued by stating that all required setback requirements would still be met. Lastly,
staff recommends approval of the variance with the condition that the fence on the adjoining lot
line to the west be replaced according to the current fence requirements.
There was discussion amongst the board and Mr. Mack about fencing requirements.
David Hamilton suggested omitting or correcting paragraph 2 in the staff recommended findings.
Mr. Mack informed the board of what corrections to be made.
Ms. Alsobrook continues the public hearing.
Staff Member, Paige Unger, makes note of input forms submitted as follows:
Wanda Tharp of 1880 E Washington, in opposition.
Karen Cashion of 1940 E Washington, in opposition.
Doris Hale of 1930 E Washington, in opposition.
Breona Black of 844 SE 19th St, in opposition.
Bridget Domengeaux of 855 SE 19th St, in opposition.
William Roetcisoender, property owner, in favor.
Kathryn Renee Snell Cohen of 917 SE 20th St, in opposition.
Staff member Paige Unger summarizes oppositions for board; neighbors are concerned with
additional duplexes being built, lot size, traffic and parking.
Cheyney Bryan of 2565 Clark Lane, explained that when the new owners purchased the property
they had the intention of splitting it since it was so large so they could accommodate another
duplex; half of the duplex they will occupy periodically and the other side will be leased out. Mr.
Bryan also explained that they are planning to build a fence that will exceed the minimum
requirements and please the neighbors.
There was discussion amongst the board and the applicant about fencing requirements.
Bridget Domengeaux of 855 SE 19th Street, explained that there are usually 5 cars at the existing
duplex and the parking is not sufficient because the tenants take turns parking in the grass. She
also explained that it is a high traffic area already and she is concerned that the duplex will make
it worse.
There was discussion amongst the board and Mr, Mack about parking requirements.
Wanda Tharp of 1880 E Washington, stated that there is currently a parking issue and is
concerned that the new duplex will make it worse.
There is discussion amongst the board, applicant and Mr. Mack about parking issues,
requirements and what will be done to resolve the concerns.
No one else spoke in favor or opposition of the request.
Public hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Larry Walker, seconded by David Hamilton to approve the variance to
Section 9-301(1) of the Area Regulations to allow a 86'5" lot depth versus the required 100' lot
depth based on the following staff recommended condition and findings. Motion carried 5-0.
STAFF RECOMMENDED CONDITION AND FINDINGS
Condition
1. A new privacy fence in accordance with the fence requirements in Section 4.11 Shall be
constructed around the new structure prior to final inspection of the dwelling once
constructed.
Findins
1. The request for variance is harmony with the general purposes and intent of Zoning
Ordinance No. 1710, as amended, and will not negatively impact the protection for the
adjacent surrounding properties.
2. The request is for approval of a minor lot division allowing a two-family dwelling to be
permitted on site. Duplexes are permitted by right in the 2F District.
3. There are special or unique conditions of restricted area for the existing lot, even though a
new plat approval of the land was just approved. This is not generally applicable to other
parcels of land in the same zoning district under new platting and development standards
where new lots are created. This has caused an unusual and practical difficulty to be in
compliance with the provisions sought here to be varied as a result of the original parcel
created making it impossible to meet the lot depth requirement.
4. The hardship sought to be avoided is the result of (a) the applicant's own actions (self-
imposed or self-created although unintentional), and (b) an economic or financial hardship.
The site however, can be divided and a structure built which can meet all lot setback and
parking requirements. There is a demonstrated need for additional decent, affordable
housing in the city and this variance for lot division depth approval will advance this stated
policy of the City Council under the 5 In 5 Infill Development Program.
5. The provisions of Zoning Ordinance No. 1710, and its amendments, that are sought to be
varied would deprive the applicant of the normal rights to use the property that is commonly
enjoyed by other properties in the same 2F Zoning District without approval and not being
required to fully comply with the lot depth ordinance provisions. Additionally although not
eligible for recent ordinance changes to existing non -conforming lots of record, the variance
is within the parameters of 75% of the minimum lot depth requirements for existing legal
non -conforming lots of record.
6. Public hearing to consider and take action on the petition of Cathy Goodrum regarding
variances to the City of Paris Area Regulations on Lot 1, Block A, of the Goodrum
Addition, Parcel 15808, sections as follows:
1) 9-102(1)-2950SF variance to lot size.
2) 9-201(1) -15' variance to lot width.
3) 9-301(1) -34'5" variance to lot depth.
4) 9-501(1) -2'9 "variance to front yard setback.
S) 9-701(1) -2' variance to rear yard setback
Motion was made by Larry Walker, seconded by William Sanders to dismiss alternate David
Hamilton and re -appoint Chris Fitzgerald to the board. Motion carried 4-0.
Mr. Mack, Director of Planning & Zoning, presented case to the board. Mr. Mack stated that he
has been working with the Goodrums on platting these lots and they had been approved with the
condition that the variances be approved. Mr. Mack continued that the lot where the proposed
single-family home is to be built is sub -standard in size and all other setbacks will be met.
Lastly, Mr. Mack stated that the city recommends approval of the variances based on the staff
findings and condition.
Mr. Mack makes note of a citizens input form that was submitted:
Lydia Caudle of 620 SE 17'h St, in opposition of the variances because they currently have
drainage issues and Mr. Mack had reached out to Public Works to have this looked into and this
is a separate issue than the variance request.
There was discussion amongst the board and Mr. Mack about drainage and street condition
concerns.
Ms. Alsobrook declared the public hearing open.
Staff member, Paige Unger, makes note of input forms submitted as follows:
Blaine Hall of 2054 Cleveland St, in opposition.
Sharon Reynerson of 579 SE 17'' St, in opposition.
Charles and Nancy Burton of 415 NE 32 Id St, in favor.
Lydia Caudle of 620 SE 17th St, in opposition.
Bill Bell of 2054 Cleveland, spoke in opposition of these variances stating that this area has a lot
of drainage issues and believes the additional houses should not be built until drainage is
addressed.
Bill Goodrum of 233 CR 34954, stated with the new development of the lots it would encourage
the Public Works to address the issues more when there are people living in the area versus it
remaining vacant.
Charles Burton of 415 NE 32nd St, spoke in favor of the requests. Mr. Burton stated that he owns
a majority of the property in that area and has no issue with more of it being developed.
No one else spoke in favor or opposition of the request.
Public hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Chris Fitzgerald, seconded by Larry Walker to approve all variances 1-5 to
the Area Regulations to allow the addition to an existing garage to convert it to a single-family
home based on the following staff recommended findings. Motion carried 4-1 with RuthAnn
Alsobrook as the dissenting vote.
STAFF RECOMMENDED FINDINGS
The approval is based upon the following staff recommended findings of fact:
1. The request for variance is harmony with the general purposes and intent of Zoning
Ordinance No. 1710, as amended, and will not negatively impact the protection for the
adjacent surrounding property, provided there is no parking or driveway allowed along
Brame Street.
2. The request is to permit the new construction of residences which is not applicable with
regard to a non -conforming use. Duplexes and single-family residences are permitted by
right in the 2F District.
3. There are special or unique conditions of restricted area for the lots as a result of the prior
land division lot depth off of 16th Street. This is not generally applicable to other parcels of
land in the same zoning district under new platting and development standards. This has
caused an unusual and practical difficulty to be in compliance with the provisions sought
here to be varied as a result of the new plat approval required for a building permit and
making it impossible to meet the lot depth requirements and front yard setback on the
exterior side lot area.
4. The hardship sought to be avoided is not the result of (a) the applicant's own actions (self-
imposed or self-created although unintentional), and (b) an economic or financial hardship.
The substandard parcel lot depth was created as a part of the original land division approval
on NE 16th Street.
5. The provisions of Zoning Ordinance No. 1710, and its amendments, that are sought to be
varied would deprive the applicant of the normal rights to use the property that is commonly
enjoyed by other properties in the same 2F Zoning District without approval and not being
required to fully comply with the 25' exterior side front yard setback ordinance provisions.
7. Public hearing to consider and take action on the petition of Cathy Goodrum regarding
variances to the City of Paris Area Regulations on Lot 2, BlockA, of the Goodrum Addition,
Parcel 15807, sections as follows:
1) 9-301(1) -25'11 "variance to lot depth.
2) 9-602(5) -15' variance to side yard at a corner,
Ms. Alsobrook declared the public hearing open.
Staff member, Paige Unger, makes note of input forms submitted as follows:
Charles and Nancy Burton of 415 NE 32" St, in favor.
Lydia Caudle of 620 SE 17th St, in opposition.
Cathy Goodrum of 233 CR 34954, stated that this property does not have any drainage issues
and does not have to mow that frequently because the grass does not grow fast.
No one else spoke in favor or opposition of the request.
Public hearing was declared closed.
Motion was made by Larry Walker, seconded by William Sanders to approve both variances to
the Area Regulations to allow a 74'l " lot depth versus the required 100' lot depth and a 10' side
yard on a corner verses the required 25' side yard setback on a corner based on the following staff
recommended condition and findings. Motion carried 4-1 with RuthAnn Alsobrook as the
dissenting vote.
STAFF RECOMMENDED CONDITION AND FINDINGS
1. There shall be no driveway permitted or any vehicle parking allowed onto or along Brame St.
within the reduced minimum 10' setback area for lot 2.
The approval is based upon the following staff recommended findings of fact:
1. The request for variance is harmony with the general purposes and intent of Zoning
Ordinance No. 1710, as amended, and will not negatively impact the protection for the
adjacent surrounding property, provided there is no parking or driveway allowed along
Brame Street.
2. The request is to permit the new construction of residences which is not applicable with
regard to a non -conforming use. Duplexes and single-family residences are permitted by
right in the 2F District.
3. There are special or unique conditions of restricted area for the lots as a result of the prior
land division lot depth off of 16th Street. This is not generally applicable to other parcels of
land in the same zoning district under new platting and development standards. This has
caused an unusual and practical difficulty to be in compliance with the provisions sought
here to be varied as a result of the new plat approval required for a building permit and
making it impossible to meet the lot depth requirements and front yard setback on the
exterior side lot area.
4. The hardship sought to be avoided is not the result of (a) the applicant's own actions (self-
imposed or self-created although unintentional), and (b) an economic or financial hardship.
The substandard parcel lot depth was created as a part of the original land division approval
on NE 16th Street.
5. The provisions of Zoning Ordinance No. 1710, and its amendments, that are sought to be
varied would deprive the applicant of the normal rights to use the property that is commonly
enjoyed by other properties in the same 2F Zoning District without approval and not being
required to fully comply with the 25' exterior side front yard setback ordinance provisions.
8. Adjournment.
APPROVED THE 5"' DAY OF JULY, 2022.
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