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West University Place Public Works Department
To: The Zoning Board of Adjustment
From: Chris Guess, Planning and Zoning Administrator
Date: November 21,2024
Re: Staff Report for Docket 2024-0008,3733 Arnold Street
Applicant's Request:
A public hearing regarding an application for a Variance from the City's Zoning Ordinance, Appendix A,
Article 7A. Section 7A-101, Table 7A-3, Open & Pervious Area, Note 4, to allow the applicant's front yard
area to alternate from the required landscape and vegetation standards. The applicant has submitted a
conceptual plan utilizing an alternate pervious surface (pervious pavers and Blackstar gravel) in lieu of
natural vegetation or landscaped area.
Background Information:
A variance has been requested for a single-family home to allow alternative front yard landscaping and
vegetation standards that differ from those specified in the Zoning Ordinance. Specifically, the applicant
seeks to use Blackstar gravel and pervious pavers to meet the minimum front yard pervious area requirement.
The Zoning Ordinance requires that 50% of the front yard area of a lot located in the Single-Family district
remain pervious. Furthermore, it stipulates that all pervious areas in the front yard must consist of natural
vegetation or landscaped areas designed to receive rainwater and allow it to pass through or be absorbed.
The conceptual plan submitted by the applicant includes a circular driveway design, which would satisfy the
minimum pervious area requirement through the use of pervious pavers and Blackstar gravel. However, the
applicant requires a variance for this concept to qualify as an acceptable landscaped area. Additionally, the
applicant has indicated that the variance is necessary to implement the circular driveway design, which they
believe will "relieve street congestion and parking issues and facilitate maneuvering and egress from their
property."
If this variance request is approved, further modifications to the current concept would need to be made prior
to City approval. Specifically, changes would need to be made to the position of the existing driveway
approach/apron to meet the current criteria for a circular driveway design.
Appendix A, Article 7A. Section 7A-101, Table 7A-3, Open & Pervious Area, Note 4.
All pervious areas in a front yard must be natural vegetation or landscaped area that receives rainwater and
allows it to pass through or be absorbed. Artificial turf may be used in lieu of grass for landscaped areas,
provided it is a natural green color that is consistent with the character of the neighborhood. Final approval
of artificial turf shall be subject to the approval of the Administrative Official.
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West University Place, TX 77005
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Variance Request:
The ZBA may not issue or modify a Variance unless all of the following circumstances are present:
1) The ZBA has made all findings and determinations required by state law for the granting of a
variance. A "special condition" or "hardship" that is self-created, personal or based only on financial
reasons is not sufficient to support the issuance of a variance.
2) The ZBA has made any additional findings and determinations required by a specific provision of this
section which relates to the variance.
3) The variance has been reduced to writing and includes any conditions prescribed by the ZBA or
required by this section for the variance in question.
The ZBA may approve, deny or approve with conditions a variance.
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West University Place, TX 77005
713-662-5830
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APPLICATION TO THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE
CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS ("CITY")
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Address of site: 3733 Arnold Street, Houston, TX 77005
Legal description of the site:
Sunset Terrace, Block 1, Lot 13, Section 7, Harris County
Applicant: Manmeet (Mani) and Sabina Walia
Address: 3733 Arnold St., Houston, TX 77005
Contact: sabinadugal@gmail.com; 832-800-4035
Phone: Fax: Email:
Decision or Action Requested(check one or more and provide requested data):
( )Appeal. Hear and decide an appeal from an order, requirement, decision or determination made
by the Administrative Official.
• Is the official's action in writing?( )Yes; ( )copy is attached. ( )No, but the action appealed is as follows:
• When was the action taken? Note: Appeals must be filed within a reasonable time. Please explain any
delay below:
• Exact zoning ordinance section(s) involved:
• Grounds for appeal:
( ) Special Exception.
• Exact zoning ordinance section that authorizes the special exception:
• Exact wording of special exception requested:
( X )Variance. - -
Table 7.3:Open&Pervious pervious area Front yard.minimum 50%See Note 7
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Other Data. Are there drawings or other data? ( )No ( Y)Yes(list items here and attach them)
- Proof of ownership
- Written Narrative Description
- Survey with site plan
-Front elevation rendering and pictures
-Pervious paver technical specifications and supporting information
Attached. The applicant has read the State and City regulations attached.
Signature of applicant: SA IMF( � Date: 10-30-24
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For Staff Use only Date filed:\\0)0\--\ Date heard. 1\ ;� Docket#: vN
Forrr,ZBA-102
Variances Requested:
Exact zoning ordinance section from which a variance is requested:
Zoning Ordinance,Appendix A,Article 7, Section 7101, Table 7-3, Note 7
"All pervious areas in a front yard must be natural vegetation or landscaped area that
receives rainwater and allows it to pass through or be absorbed."
Exact wording of variance requested:
Variance to utilize pervious pavers in combination with black star gravel for 17% of front
yard in lieu of natural vegetation or landscaped area to satisfy the minimum 50%front yard
pervious area requirement.
To the extent necessary,Applicant further seeks the following variance:
Exact zoning ordinance section from which a variance is requested:
Zoning Ordinance,Appendix A,Article 7, Section 7101, Table 7-5a,"Parking, driveways,
etc.,"Pavement, Required Type See Note 4
"The administrative official may approve other pavement designs and materials if the
pavement designs and materials will provide equal or better durability and satisfy the
requirements of pervious pavement related to water runoff."
Exact wording of variance requested:
Variance to the extent necessary to utilize pervious pavers in combination with black star
gravel for limited portion of driveway as shown in attached site plan.
Proof of Ownership
City Utility Statement
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City cif �;.�� Service Ao."-ss Statement Date Due Date
West University MANMEET S.WALIA 25529180826 3733 ARNOLD ST 10/25/24 11/20/24
Place SABINA D.WALIA
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SEWER SOLID WASTE
$67.27 $39.38
Service Period:
08/31/24 TO 09/30/24 ''?
AMOUNT DUE:
$159.34 ADJU.ST ME ,rS �E_- BALANCE FORWARD
-$72.98 $35.00 -$2.54
USAGE HISTORY('Usage in 100o Gallons)
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RETURN THIS PORTION OF BILL WITH PAYMENT.DO NOT SEND CASH. DO NOT USE PAPERCLIPS OR STAPLES.
City of West University Place
C+ry of 3800 University Boulevard CURRENT CHARGES BALANCE FORWARD AMOUNT DUE
West University West University Place,TX 77005 $161.88 -$2.54 $159.34
Place 713-662-5824
DUE BY: 11/20/24 AMOUNT PAID
ACCOUNT INFORMATION IF PAID AFTER: i 11/20/24 $175.27
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 25529180826
SERVICE ADDRESS: 3733 ARNOLD ST Additional Information on Reverse
If Paying by Check Remit to
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3733 ARNOLD ST WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE,TX 77005-2802
HOUSTON TX 77005-2003
25529180826 0015934
Written Narrative Description
Homeowners Manmeet(Mani)Walia and Sabina Walia ("Homeowners") seek variance(s)
from the Zoning Ordinances to be approved by the Zoning Board of Adjustment("ZBA") as
described further below to utilize pervious pavers for portions of a circular driveway in the
front yard of 3733 Arnold Street.
A circular driveway is desired by the homeowners to relieve street congestion and street
parking and to facilitate maneuvering and egress from their property. There is considerable
traffic on this block of Arnold, potentially due to the location of a stop sign at the corner of
Edloe and Arnold. It is the only other stop sign between Sunset and Rice, and is about
halfway in between the two, so it may be the cause for a number of cars to turn onto Arnold
to access Auden. In addition, during business hours there are a considerable number of
cars or trucks parked along both sides of the street, which in combination with the traffic
make egress from the house, and from the block, particularly challenging, along with the
reduced number of parking spaces along the street in proximity to their home.
A second curb cut on the applicable lot is permissible pursuant to the zoning ordinances;
however, a circular driveway as depicted in the attached site plan would result in an
incremental 17% non-vegetative coverage over the 50% limit outlined in the ordinances.
This overage would be accomplished by the use of 100% pervious pavers that have been
studied and approved to effectively allow for 100% stormwater drainage and runoff and
that do not adversely affect the underlying water table. The specific pavers are discussed
in the article below(which is also attached hereto).
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liminatingor reducing_urban_drainage_
Beyond approval by the City of Houston,the use of pervious pavers have been approved by
TXDOT in projects,' along with other states,2 as low-impact, environmentally sound 100%
pervious paving material. Additional information regarding the pervious pavers is attached
hereto. The pavers are also ADA-compliant.
In addition to using 100% permeable, commercial-grade pavers,the homeowners have
sought to use aesthetically pleasing and environmentally conscious ground coverage of
black star gravel over the pavers, as well as enhanced softscape (green vegetation)to
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2 In addition to Texas,the state of Oregon has approved the use of these pavers,as shown in the attached letter.
complete the design plan. A front elevation rendering showing the green vegetation on
each side of the new proposed front-yard plan (i.e.,the north, east, and west property lines,
other than the curb cuts themselves, are all bordered by vegetation). The homeowners
submit that this appears consistent with the conditions required of a substantively similar
variance request recently approved by the ZBA in Docket No. 2023-0012. The rendering,
along with design-inspiration pictures from Houston-area homes is attached hereto.
Execution of the homeowners'plan would require the following variance:
Variance of Zoning Ordinance,Appendix A, Article 7, Section 7101,Table 7-3, Note 7,which
requires that"All pervious areas in a front yard must be natural vegetation or landscaped
area that receives rainwater and allows it to pass through or be absorbed." As described
above,the proposed pervious pavers would pass-through 100% rainwater; however, a
variance is required to allow the use of these pavers for an incremental 17%front-yard
coverage above the allowed coverage in the ordinance.
In addition,the homeowners'plan would also require a specific approval, or to the extent
necessary,the following variance:
Variance of Zoning Ordinance,Appendix A, Article 7, Section 7101, Table 7-5a, "Parking,
driveways, etc.,"Pavement, Required Type See Note 4, which provides that"The
administrative official may approve other pavement designs and materials if the pavement
designs and materials will provide equal or better durability and satisfy the requirements of
pervious pavement related to water runoff." Homeowners request said approval provided
in Note 4 of Table 7-5a, or to the extent necessary,variance of Table 7-5a, Pavement,
"Required Type,"in order to accomplish the plan described herein.
In summary, Homeowners are committed to achieving a design that is environmentally
conscious,does not contribute adversely to stormwater runoff issues, and is aesthetically
designed and maintained to match the Georgian-style single-family home associated with
the proposed plan. Homeowners believe they have commissioned a design that achieves
these goals.
On a personal note,this is Homeowners'second home in West University Place,where
they are active members of the community, including multiple years of participation in the
Halloween Dash 5K, serving on the Board of West U Piranhas, conferring with Mayor
Sample on the desire to reduce single-use plastics, and are deeply appreciative of the
efforts of the Zoning Board and commitment of the City to environmentally conscious and
best-building practices. It is Homeowners'goal to comport with the spirit of the City's
objectives,while maintaining the appeal of the single-family residential zone of this block
of Arnold Street.
Site Plan
—EXISTING DRIVEWAY TO
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/ ® c` THE BEARING SHOWN HERE ARE ASSURED THIS
T • 1_ _ REPRESENTATION.S SURVEYORS DES'
END FNC. I,'f...:1--POOL 1 e� INTERPRETATION SF RECORD INFORMATION.
POST �� —- THIS SURVEY MEETS THE CURRENT STANDARDS OF
N fi5'01'15 E ~ y2• 08; 'HE TEXAS SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL SURVEYORS
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_——— J STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATION=0R 4 CATEGORY
LOT 12 WEST 60.00'•5° FND_FNC. IA. CONDITION II SURVEY
us LOT 13 1 LN fi5'24 58•E THE SETBACKS AND EASEMENTS SHOWN ON THIS
FLOOD INFORMATION 6 0.91' DRAWING ARE'HE BEST INTERPRETATION OF THE
FIRM:45201C PANEL 0880 L SUNSET TERRACE SECTION SIX LOT 14 SURVEYORS BASED ON'HE INFORMATION AVAILABLE
REV.DATE:0018/2007 (VOL. 17, PG. 39) TO uS AT THE TIME OF'HE DRAWING.
ZONE:"SHADED X&AE" BLOCK 2
THIS SURVEY S BASED ON A TITLE COMMITMENT
FLOOD INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREON IS BASED ON REPORT ISSUED BY FIRST AMERICAN TITLE
SCALING THE LOCATION OF THE SUBJECT TRACT ON GUARANI'COMPANY GF NO.220'9553 ISSUED ON
THE FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS.THE INFORMATION 06/30/22
SHOULD BE USED TO DETERMINE FLOOD INSURANCE
RATES ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED TO IDENTIFY SPECIFIC THERE EXIST A H._ &A CO EASEMENT AS
FLOODING CONDITIONS.WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE RECORDED IN CLERK'S FILE NO 200901,3553,
FOR THE F.I.R.M.'S ACCURACY. HARRIS COUNTY.TEXAS.
I, DAVID E.KING. JR ,a Registered Professional Land Surveyor in the Stole of Texas, LAND TITLE SURVEY
do hereby certify to VERITAS TITLE PARTNERS.L.P.
and ROCKET MORTGAGE. LLC ISAOA JOB NO.. 2207035426 jNO.' REVISION I DATE
that the above map is true and correct according to on actual field survey,made by me or under my supervision, DATE: 07/O8/22
of the property shown hereon or described by field notes accompanying this drawing.I further
certify that all easements and rights-at-roy of which I have been advised are shown hereon and that,except A PROVECd1". DEK I
as shown,there are no apparent visible encroachments,no apparent visible overlapping of improvements and
no apparent discrepancies or conflicts in the boundary lines,as of the date of the field survey.
Borrower/Owner: MINMEET WALLA AND SABINA WALIA .-" -
Address: 3733 ARNOLD ST.. HOUSTON. TX 77005 OF No. 220I9553 N'gE,O.j.
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subdivision in Harris County Texas,according to the mop or plot thereof,recorded ,
in Volume 17,Page 56 of the Map Records of Harris County,Texas. I'DAVID E. KING, JR-.•
SUBJECT TO RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS AND/OR EASEMENTS RECORDED IN: PROPERTY PHOTOGRAPH ��Ip� 62l2
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infiltration rates.The TRUEGRID system relies on the ability of the void space within the surface material
and the sub base to receive, store, and infiltrate water into the underlying sub soils.The aggregate sub
base provides a temporary"reservoir", receiving the inflow from the surface pavement layer and
providing temporary storage while the water is discharged to the sub grade through infiltration or
released to surface discharge through a sub drain system.
TRUEGRID Permeable Pavers are designed to provide design professionals with an eco-friendly
alternative to concrete and asphalt and other impervious surfaces.
Similar systems have been used in Europe for over 40 years and have been highly effective and accepted
as a better alternative to impervious surfaces. TRUEGRID improved upon this concept and developed a
stronger, more durable, USA made version that can handle any load and rigors concrete can
handle....while being 100%permeable.
TRUEGRID has been honored as one of two winners,from hundreds of green technology products
considered,to receive grants support for education from entities including the U.S. Department of the
Interior and the U.S. Department of Energy.These grants were awarded to TRUEGRID to promote and
educate others on the benefits of TRUEGRID as an eco-friendly alternative to concrete and asphalt.
TRUEGRID was chosen due to its low impact development properties, its stormwater maintenance/high
permeability qualities, high load capacities, long life expectancy-no maintenance performance and 100%
post-consumer recycled material composition.
The value of the TRUEGRID systems includes:
Runoff volume reduction/elimination is achieved when TRUEGRID is placed over in situ soils
and a defined volume of the water passing through the pavement is infiltrated into the soil
subgrade below.
Peak runoff rate reduction is achieved when the volume of water passing through the TRUEGRID
surface is "detained"for a defined period of time within the pavement cross-section and the open
graded aggregate sub base beneath the pavement.The effective infiltration rate for the watershed
is increased by trapping the water in the permeable surfaces and effectively increasing the time of
concentration in the catchment area.
Pollutant removal.Specific field data on the reductions of pollutant concentrations by various
permeable pavements are limited. However, reductions in the concentrations of total suspended
solids and associated constituents,such as metals, oils, and greases appear to be relatively high.
The fact that all permeable pavements significantly reduce the average annual runoff volume
makes them very effective in reducing pollutant loads reaching the receiving waters. Infiltration
of storm water runoff through the pavement surface will provide a degree of suspended solids
removal followed by additional removal of colloidal solids and soluble pollutants in the aggregate
sub base and sub soils.Sorption of metals to colloidal solids and within the pavement void matrix
is another removal function. Soluble organic pollutants adsorbed within the pavement void
matrix and the open graded aggregate sub base will be exposed to biodegradation over time.
Adsorption and ion exchange occur as storm water travels through the unsaturated (vadose) zone
below the aggregate base and reduce the particulate and dissolved pollutant loading to the
groundwater(saturated zone).Permeable pavement can be used to provide ground water recharge.
Some data suggest that asmuch as 70%to 80%of annual rainfall will go toward ground water recharge
(Gburek and Urban,1980).A third study by Brattebo and Booth (2003) indicates that many trademarked
permeable paver systems effectively reduced concentrations of motor oil, copper, and zinc.
Furthermore,the study found that almost all precipitation that fell on the permeable pavers infiltrated
even after 6 years of daily use as a parking area.
Reduces Heat Island Effect. Heat Island Effect occurs in areas such as a city and industrial sites that have
consistently higher temperatures than surrounding areas because of greater retention of heat.This
retention of heat is due to buildings,concrete, and asphalt.
Using TRUEGRID in these"hot spot"areas for pathways, parking lots, driveways, roofs...etc., reduces the
absorbability of solar rays and thus helps steady and cool the natural environment.
High load bearing capacity.TRUEGRID is designed with the highest load capacities of any grid system and
can withstand significant structural loads. TRUEGRID provides a stable and continuous load-bearing
surface throughout parking areas.
TRUEGRID will add to LEED Credits in the following categories.
• Water Efficiency
• Innovation & Design
• Sustainable Sites
• Indoor Environmental Quality
• Materials& Resources
• Energy&Atmosphere
Sub-base considerations for storm water detention
Crushed aggregate meeting ASTM No. 57 is commonly used for open-graded sub bases along
with ASTM No.2 to No.4.These materials are widely available and they are recommended
for most TRUEGRID Permeable Paver applications.These materials will have a nominal porosity
(volume of voids/total volume of base)over 0.32 and a storage capacity in the void space
(volume of voids/volume of aggregate)approaching 40%.A 40%void space provides 0.4
cubic feet of storage capacity for each cubic foot of aggregate (the volume of the base will
need to be 2.5 times the volume of water to be stored).
Chart A: Permeable Base
AASHTO#57 permeable sub base material defined as:
Sieve Size Percent Passing
mm In. #57 Typical
37.5 1-1/2 100 100
25 1 95-100 97
19 3/4 75
12.5 1/2 26-60 45
9.5 3/8 25
4.75 #4 0-10 5
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City of Houston: Houston Public Works
"Infrastructure Design Manual"
Approval of Pervious Pavers
City of Houston Recognizes TRUEGRID as Beneficial in
Eliminating or Reducing Urban Drainage Fees
USA-English
NEWS PROVIDED BY
SSD Fair Marketing
Nov12,2014,01:00 ET
Houston,Texas(PRWEB) November 12,2014--The City of Houston's Planning and Development Services Division has
recognized TRUEGRID,an eco-friendly alternative pavement system,as effective for residential areas in reducing or
eliminating drainage costs where in-situ soil drains at.5"or more per hour,according to the City of Houston's Department
of Public Works and Engineering's Infrastructure Design Manual.The TRUEGRID permeable pavement system allows for
natural drainage as an alternative to use of a drainage system with a variety of public and private applications.
The system is made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic and is then filled with
either soil and grass...
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TRUEGRID's permeable pavement system is designed to replace asphalt pavements with a porous honeycomb-style grid
system which allows water to flow through it directly into the ground,where contaminants become trapped in the soil as
water enters into the groundwater system.The system is made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic and is then
filled with either soil and grass,gravel or porous asphalt,allowing water to escape through to the ground beneath.
Because of the variety of ways that TRUEGRID's permeable pavement system can be filled, it can be used to create more
natural-looking driveable areas or can appear to emulate a traditional street.The TRUEGRID system has been shown
capable of handling 6880 psi when left unfilled,but capable of far more resistance and even heavy highway usage when
filled, making it a suitable alternative to asphalt paving on streets and highways as well as residential driveways.
The City of Houston's Planning Division recognized that because TRUEGRID interacts directly with groundwater,there is
no need to construct separate drainage system if the soil in place drains at.5"or more per hour. If the soil naturally drains
at that rate, per the City's recommendation,a separate drainage system for a residential property is no longer required. It
should be noted that the actual drainage of the in-situ soil should be determined prior to installation.
About TRUEGRID:
TRUEGRID is a leader in the permeable paving industry providing factory wholesale direct pricing for both residential and
municipal applications.TRUEGRID has a nationwide footprint and specializes in the delivery and construction of
permeable paving systems which both improve groundwater quality while reducing long-term drainage costs.TRUEGRID
is based in Houston,Texas.TRUEGRID products are made in the United States. For more information,contact TRUEGRUD
at 1-855-355-GRID.Their website is http://www.truegridpaver.com
Matthew Burns,SSD Fair Marketing, http://www.fairmarketing.com,+1 (206)769-7281, pr@serversidedesign.com
State of Oregon Approval letter
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Oregon Department of Transportation
Construction Services
c • 800 Airport Road SE
" Kate Brown,Governor
Salem,OR 97301-4798
Phone:(503)986-3000
Fax:(503)986-3096
June 30, 2022
Airlite Plastics DBA Truegrid Pavers
Attn: Dustin Guist
6110 Abbott Dr.
Omaha,NE 68110
ODOT#5416
RE: Product: Truegrid Pro Plus
Category: Porous Paver-Medium Duty; 01011.11
Your product was submitted for review to the Product Evaluation Group of the Oregon Department of
Transportation(ODOT)with the following conclusions:
In reviewing your product,we have determined that it is suitable for the use listed.
We are adding your product to our Qualified Products List(QPL) for the category listed. It will appear on the
next edition of the QPL in January or July each year.
This product approval is based on the submittal made at this time. Changes or modifications to the product,
however minor, nullify this approval. You are expected to furnish the product for use on each project with the
same features and options as included in our review.
We will keep your information on file for future review. Please keep us advised on any changes regarding this
product so that we may keep our records current.
If you.have any questions,please call me at the Materials Laboratory: 503-986-3059.
Sincerely,
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Dean Chess
Product Evaluation Coordinator
cc: ODOT Lu Saechao
City of
West University
Place Public Works Department
NOTICE OF ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING
The Zoning Board of Adjustment ("ZBA") of the City of West University Place, Texas ("City") will hold a public
hearing in the Municipal Building, 3800 University Boulevard, City of West University Place, Texas 77005, during a
meeting set to begin at 6:30 p.m. on November 21, 2024. The hearing may be recessed and continued to a ZBA
meeting set to begin at 6:30 p.m. on December 19,2024. The purpose of the hearing is to provide an opportunity for
all persons to be heard in relation to the following matter:
Address of the site: 3733 Arnold St.,Houston,TX 77005
Legal Description: LT 13 BLK 1,SUNSET TERRACE SEC 7 OF WEST UNIVERSITY,
Harris County,TX
Docket Number: 2024-0008
Applicant: Manmeet(Mani)and Sabina Walia
Action Requested: Request a variance of 17% of the font yard area to alternate from the
natural vegetation or landscaped area requirement. (Appendix A;
Article 7A. RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT — SPECIFIC
REGULATIONS; Table 7A-3: Open&Pervious Area;Note 4.)
Additional Details: A single-family home has requested a variance of 17% of the front yard area
to alternate from the required landscaped and vegetation standards. The
applicant has submitted an alternate pervious surface (pervious pavers and
blackstar gravel) in lieu of natural vegetation or landscaped area.
Applicable regulations include the City's Zoning Ordinance, Code of Ordinances, Chapter 211 of the Texas Local
Government Code and the rules of the ZBA. The application is available on the city's website at www.westutx.gov.
Additional details on such matters, as well as the applicable regulations are also available for public inspection in the
Public Works Center, 3826 Amherst, West University Place, 77005. Any person interested in such matters should
attend the hearing.
If you plan to attend this public meeting and you have a disability that requires special arrangements at the meeting
please contact the Public Works Director at 713-662-5846 in advance of the meeting. Reasonable accommodations
will be made to assist your participation in the meeting. The Municipal Building is wheelchair accessible from the
West and Southwest entrances and specially marked parking spaces are available in the Southwest parking area.
Signed: Brett Cast,Assistant Public Works Director,for the ZBA posted and mailed on or before November 11,
2024.
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bcast@westutx.gov
713-662-5845
3826 Amherst St. www.westutx.gov
West University Place, TX 77005
713-662-5830
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