City of Baytown, TX
09/10/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 09/10/2024 18:00
3306 Fox Drive - Subdivision Variance
Requested Action
A request for a subdivision variance to allow for reduced lot frontage on an improved public right-of-way for proposed Lot 2, 1.18 acres, located at 3306 Fox Drive, Harris County, Texas 77521.
Applicants
- Heather Henicke
- H & H Professional Land Services, Inc.
Subject Area
Located at 3306 Fox Drive, legally described as 2.18 acres situated in the Benjamin Barrows Survey, Abstract 123 and the east half of lot 6, block 2, Cedar Bayou Estates, ETJ, Harris County, Texas.
Parcel(s) Information
- Current Use: Rural Residential in the ETJ
- Proposed Use: Residential
- Future Land Use Plan: Low Density Residential
Background
The subject property is located within the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) of the City of Baytown. The property, located on the south side of Fox Drive, was previously platted as part of the Cedar Bayou Estates in 1949. The applicant is proposing a two (2) lots subdivision replat of the original tract. Lot 1 meets the minimum requirements set forth in the Unified Land Development Code (ULDC). Lot 2 is a proposed flag lot with a lot frontage of twenty-six (26) feet. The applicant is requesting a variance from the ULDC, Article IV, Division 9, Subdivision III, Section 4.105, which requires each lot to have a minimum street frontage of 50 feet on an improved public right-of-way for a subdivision development.
Typical Zoning Process
Application is submitted
The property owner or their representative submits a formal application and begins the zoning process.
Application is advertised
The zoning request is advertised in accordance with state and local requirements. This typically includes mailing notices to neighbors, posting signs on the property, creating a project Newsflash on the City's website and advertising it in the newspaper.
Public Hearing and Recommendation
Planning and Zoning Commission holds a Public Hearing and votes on a recommendation to City Council. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing.
Final Public Hearing & Action
City Council holds the final Public Hearing and votes the final decision. Anyone can sign up to speak at the Public Hearing. This is the final step.
Contact Project Manager
Tim Chi
Planner II, City of Baytown
Phone: 281-420-5338
Important Dates
- Public Hearing (Planning & Zoning Commission) - March 9, 2024 (Meeting Agenda and Minutes)
- Online City Council Comment Period Closes - March 2024
This item was approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission on March 19, 2024.