SUBJECT
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Preliminary consideration of the plat of The Coves at Winfield, Phase 9, and the granting of a variance to increase the maximum dead-end street length of the proposed street, Valor Drive, from 500 feet to approximately 700 feet, pursuant to Section 3-2 J. of the Subdivision Ordinance. The intent is residential.
PL-141-2026
District VI - Cm. Dr. Tyler King
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
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BACKGROUND
APPLICANT: Charco Land Sales
ENGINEER: Mesquite Engineering
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Location: Southeast of Champions Parkway and Inspiration Parkway intersection
Size: Approximately 23.49 acres, more or less
Proposed Development: 75 lots
Current Zoning: R-1 (Single Family Residential District)
Council District: District VI - Cm. Dr. Tyler King
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff does not support the requested variance as there is no undue hardship that deprives the owner from the reasonable use of the land and no unusual physical characteristics exist.
APPROVE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING COMMENTS:
Planning:
1. The proposed length of Valor Drive is approximately 776 feet, more or less. Pursuant to Section 3.2. J. of the Subdivision Ordinance, permanently designed dead-end streets shall not exceed 500 feet in length. If the Planning and Zoning Commission does not grant the requested variance, please revise the street length to comply with this requirement.
2. The proposed continuous street length of Independence Way is approximately 1,541 feet, which exceeds the maximum permitted length of 1,000 feet for local residential streets pursuant to Section 3.2.N.2.a of the Subdivision Ordinance. If the intent is to exceed this standard, coordinate with the Traffic Department and provide documentation demonstrating compliance with Section 3.2.N.3.a. regarding approved traffic calming devices for consideration by the Planning and Zoning Commission pursuant to Section 3.2.N.1.a. of the Subdivision Ordinance. Otherwise, r...
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