05.08.2025 ZBA Agenda Packet
TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB
MEETING AGENDA
ZONING BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENT
1 Trophy Wood Drive
Trophy Club, Texas 76262
May 8, 2025 6:00 PM Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM
PUBLIC COMMENT(S)
This is an opportunity for citizens to address the Board/Commission on any matter pursuant
to Texas Government Code Sec. 551.007. The Board/Commission is not permitted to
discuss or take action on any presentations made concerning matters that are not listed on
the agenda. Presentations are limited to matters over which the Board/Commission has
authority. Speakers have up to three (3) minutes or the time limit determined by the
Presiding Officer. Each speaker must have submitted their request to speak by completing
the Speaker’s Form or may email tdixon@trophyclub.org
REGULAR ITEMS
1. Case ZBA-25-003 Triple Crown Estates Lot 6 Block A
Conduct a public hearing and consider action regarding a request made by Charles
Jeppesen, on behalf of the property owner, Moda Homes, LLC, for a variance to Section
14.02.151(f)(6), dept of the rear yard setback, to reduce the rear yard setback from 25
feet to 15 feet on a piece of property to be platted as Lot 6, Block A of Triple Crown
Estates. The property is approximately 26,255 square feet out of the Mary Medlin Survey,
Abstract No. 832, Town of Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas. Case ZBA-25-003
2. Consider approval of the February 20, 2025, Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting
minutes. (A. Santos)
ADJOURN
The Board/Commission may convene into executive session to discuss posted items as
allowed by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 through 551.076 and Section
551.087.
Notice is hereby given that a quorum of the Town of Trophy Club Town Council may be in
attendance at this meeting. The Town Council will not deliberate or take any action.
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CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the Notice of Meeting was posted on the bulletin board at the Town Hall
for the Town of Trophy Club, Texas, in a place convenient and readily accessible to the general
public at all times on the following date and time: May 2, 2025, at 2:25 PM, and said Notice of
Meeting was also posted concurrently on the Town’s website in accordance with Texas
Government Code Ch. 551 at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled time of said meeting.
/s/ Matt Cox
Matt Cox, Director of Community Development
If you plan to attend this public meeting and have a disability that requires special needs,
please contact the Town Secretary’s Office at 682.237.2900, 48 hours in advance, and
reasonable accommodations will be made to assist you.
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
COMMUNICATION
MEETING DATE: May 8, 2025
FROM: Matt Cox, Director of Community Development
AGENDA ITEM: Case ZBA-25-003 Triple Crown Estates Lot 6 Block A
Conduct a public hearing and consider action regarding a request made by
Charles Jeppesen, on behalf of the property owner, Moda Homes, LLC, for a
variance to Section 14.02.151(f)(6), dept of the rear yard setback, to reduce
the rear yard setback from 25 feet to 15 feet on a piece of property to be
platted as Lot 6, Block A of Triple Crown Estates. The property is
approximately 26,255 square feet out of the Mary Medlin Survey, Abstract
No. 832, Town of Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas. Case ZBA-25-003
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: Moda Homes, LLC is requesting approval of a variance to the 25-
foot depth of rear yard setback to construct the home drawn on a pie-shaped, cul-de-sac lot
(see diagram). With the unique shape of the lot, it is difficult to achieve the side-load garage
and drive design that the customer is looking for. The proposed setback of 15-feet would allow
for this design to be constructed within existing side yard setbacks.
Reference diagram
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Section 14.02.151(f), R-15 Single-Family District regulations of the Town’s Zoning Ordinance
provides the following area regulation:
“(6) Depth of rear yard. 25 feet minimum .”
The applicant has noted he does not have direct knowledge of other properties in the
neighborhood with identical circumstances or issues. He also noted that as this issue is due to
the unique shape of what will be platted as Lot 6, the lots that will be platted as 1-5 do not
anticipate similar issues.
Exhibit A shows the location of the property via an aerial map. Exhibit B includes the
applicant’s proposed final plat for the entire parcel of land in Denton County with the
identification number 68432. Exhibit C is the application information included in this
report. Exhibit D illustrates the public hearing letter and area of notification.
Zoning Board of Adjustment Authority:
Section 14.02.405(h) of the Trophy Club Code of Ordinances authorizes the Zoning Board of
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Adjustment to consider and allow waivers to the depth of rear yard requirements as a Special
Exception. The language from the ordinance reads:
“The Zoning Board of Adjustment shall have the following powers":
1. To hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement,
decision or determination made by an administrative official of the town in the
enforcement of this ordinance.
2. To hear and decide special exceptions to the terms of this ordinance upon which the
board is required to pass under this ordinance, if any.
3. To authorize upon appeal in special cases, such variances from the terms of this
ordinance as will not be contrary to the public interest, where, owing to special
conditions, the literal enforcement of the provision of this ordinance will result in
unnecessary hardship, so that the spirit of this ordinance shall be observed and
substantial justice done.
4. To permit in any district such modification of the requirements of the district
regulations as the board may deem necessary to secure an appropriate development of
a lot where adjoining such lot on two (2) or more sides there are lots occupied by
buildings which do not conform to the regulations of the district.
Public Hearing Notices:
Notice of the Public Hearing was published in the Fort Worth Star Telegram and notices mailed
to property owners within 200 feet of the request. At the time of staff report and agenda
packet preparation no responses in favor or in opposition have been received.
Section 14.02.405, Zoning board of adjustment, subsection (f) Meetings states that all matters
before the board of adjustment on matters of appeal, variance, special exception, or other
matter as specified by ordinance, shall be held as a public hearing in accordance with the
provisions of section 14.02.406, Public Hearings. Contradicting requirements for a public
hearing will be processed with the most restrictive regulations.
BOARD REVIEW/CITIZEN FEEDBACK: N/A
FISCAL IMPACT: N/A
LEGAL REVIEW: N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Exhibit A - Property Location Aerial Map
2. Exhibit B - Proposed Final Plat
3. Exhibit C - Application and Hardship Information
4. Exhibit D - 200-foot Notification Letter and Map
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ACTIONS/OPTIONS:
A concurring vote of four (4) members of the Board of Adjustment is necessary for approval of
the variance/special exception request. Staff recommends approval of the variance to encroach
rear setback as presented.
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ZBA-25-003 Page 3 of 8
Exhibit A - Property Location Aerial Map
ESRI
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ZBA-25-003 Page 4 of 8
Exhibit B - Proposed Final Plat for Parcel 68432
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ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
COMMUNICATION
MEETING DATE: May 8, 2025
FROM:
AGENDA ITEM: Consider approval of the February 20, 2025, Zoning Board of Adjustment
meeting minutes. (A. Santos)
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
BOARD REVIEW/CITIZEN FEEDBACK:
FISCAL IMPACT:
LEGAL REVIEW:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. ZBA Meeting Minutes 02.20.2025
ACTIONS/OPTIONS:
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Town of Trophy Club
Meeting Minutes
Zoning Board of Adjustment
1 Trophy Wood Drive
Trophy Club, Texas 76262
February 20, 2025 6:00 PM Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM
Chairperson Bowman called the February 20, 2025, Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting to order at 6:00 PM
and announced a quorum.
Board Members Present:
Steve Bowman Chairperson
Doug Harper Board Member
Steven Boedeker Board Member
Aaron Ross Board Member
Jonathan Poole Board Member – Alt.
Daniel Parham board Member – Alt.
Board Members Absent:
Reid Burley Board Member
Staff Present:
Matt Cox Director of Community Development
Alicia Santos Sr. Administrative Assistant
CITIZEN PRESENTATIONS
Citizens are allowed four (4) minutes to address the Board regarding an item over which the Board has policy or
oversight authority as provided by Texas law, the ethics order, or other policy order.
Chairperson Bowman asked if there were any public requests to speak. No public requests were submitted.
REGULAR SESSION
1. Case ZBA-25-001 (2 and 4 Troon Drive)
Conduct a public hearing and consider action regarding a request made by homeowner Greg Stoltzman
for a variance to Section 14.02.035 (c)(3)(A)(B)&(C), Fencing, retaining walls and screening of the Town’s
Zoning Ordinance to allow for a fence to be constructed parallel to and within 20 feet from an existing
fence along the rear property line at 2 and 4 Troon Drive, Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas. (Matt Cox,
Community Development Director)
Matt Cox advised the board that the homeowner/applicant had decided to pull the variance request from
tonight’s agenda.
2. Case ZBA-25-002 (47 Sonora Drive)
Conduct a public hearing and consider action regarding a request made by Michael Conklin for a variance
to Section 14.02.156(f)(6), Depth of rear yard in the R-8 Single Family District regulations of the Town’s
Zoning Ordinance to allow for an attached patio cover in the 20-foot rear yard setback at 47 Sonora Drive,
Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas. (Matt Cox, Community Development Director)
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Chairperson Bowman opened the public hearing at 6:02 PM
Matt Cox presented the staff report and was available for questions. The applicant is present and available for
questions.
Applicant Greg Stoltzman was presented and was available for questions.
Chairperson Bowman asked if there were any public requests to speak. There was no one to speak in favor or
opposition.
Chairperson Bowman closed the public hearing at 6:09 PM
Chairperson Bowman motioned for discussion and/or concern. ZBA members discussed procedural questions.
Board Member Harper moved to recommend approval, with a second by Board Member Poole. Chairperson
Bowman called for a vote. The motion passed 5-0.
3. Case ZBA-24-005 (2848 Iris Drive)
Conduct a Public Hearing and consider action regarding a request made by Drees Custom Homes LLP for
a fence to be extended along the side of the property to the building line/at the property line of the said yard
adjacent to a side street at 2848 Iris Drive, Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas. (M. Cox).
Chairperson Bowman opened the public hearing at 6:51 PM.
Matt Cox presented the staff report and was available for questions. The applicant is present and available for
questions.
Applicant Mike Davis with Drees Homes presented and was available for questions.
Chairperson Bowman closed the public hearing at 6:55 PM.
Chairperson Bowman motioned for discussion and/or concern. ZBA members discussed procedural questions.
Board Member Harper moved to recommend approval, with a second by Board Member Boedeker. Chairperson
Bowman called for a vote. The motion passed 5-0.
4. Take appropriate action regarding the December 5, 2024, Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting
minutes (A. Santos).
Chairperson Bowman motioned for discussion and/or concern. ZBA members discussed procedural questions.
Board Member Harper moved to recommend approval, with a second by Board Member Boedeker. Chairperson
Bowman called for a vote. The motion passed 5-0.
ADJOURN
Chairperson Bowman motioned to adjourn the meeting at 6:13 PM.
___________________________ ___________________________
Chairperson Bowman Alicia Santos
Zoning Board of Adjustment Sr. Administrative Assistant
Town of Trophy Club, TX Town of Trophy Club, TX
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