10/02/25 - Board of Adjustment

The City of Stephenville Board of Adjustment held a special meeting on October 2, 2025, primarily focused on reviewing and approving variance applications related to property setbacks for carport constructions and residential building modifications. The board addressed multiple cases, including Walter Laam's request to extend a carport into the setback area to accommodate handicap access, Nancy Barnhart's variance for a carport construction within the setback but not extending into the city right-of-way, and Danny Phillips' requests for setback reductions to build a handicap-accessible house. Each application was discussed with consideration of GIS mapping, property surveys, and community input, followed by unanimous approvals. The meeting emphasized adherence to procedural rules, the importance of timely attendance, and ensuring that construction does not encroach on public right-of-ways.