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Request for Buffer Waiver: U&B Property Management

Original title: U&B Property Mngt. - Minor Site Plan - 000619 - Waiver to Minor Site Plan in Review Parcel #: 9007-0100-20 # WaiverPIR-000898-2026 Abshier Engineering LDC 6.8.6.J Buffers CODE states J. Required buffer types between land uses.(1) Specialized Commerce Districts include a mix of both commercial and industrial land uses, therefore, buffer requirements shall apply only to lots on the perimeter of the district. (2) Buffer installation and maintenance shall be provided concurrently with the development of the more intense land use, with the following deviations:(a)When a new but less intense land use is developed adjoining a pre-existing developed site with a higher intensity use, the new use is subject to providing the required land use buffer.(b)When a new but less intense land use is responsible for providing the required land use buffer, the developer may reduce the required buffer by one buffer type with acknowledgement of the buffer reduction clearly noted on the development plan.(c)The development of an individual single family residence or duplex is exempt from providing the required buffer. (3) In interpreting and applying the provisions of buffers, development is classified into categories shown in Table 6.8-1. (4) Table 6.8-2 provides the type of buffer required between a proposed use and an existing use, or in the absence of an existing use. APPLICANT requests not to install buffer because the rear of the building is approximately 225' from the rear property line with existing trees in between. The lot backs up to a large County retention pond. The rear property line is approximately 290' from Maricamp the nearest street.

June 22, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This request determines whether the developer must spend resources to install a physical between their property and the adjacent county retention pond, potentially setting a precedent for how land use codes are applied to similar commercial sites.

Who is mentioned in the record

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U&B Property Mngt.

The applicant is seeking relief from a regulatory requirement to install a buffer.

Development Review Committee

The committee is responsible for evaluating the waiver request against existing land development codes.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 22, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

U&B Property Management is requesting a waiver from local land use requirements to install a zone at their property located at parcel 9007-0100-20. The applicant argues that existing trees and a nearby county retention pond provide sufficient separation from surrounding areas.

Key Facts

  • The applicant is requesting a waiver to bypass the requirement to install a land use buffer.
  • The subject property is located at parcel 9007-0100-20.
  • The applicant cites a 225-foot distance between the rear of the building and the rear property line as justification.
  • The applicant notes the presence of existing trees between the building and the property line.
  • The property is adjacent to a large county retention pond.
  • The rear property line is approximately 290 feet from Maricamp street.
  • LDC 6.8.6.J governs buffer requirements, including specific rules for Specialized Commerce Districts.
  • Current code allows for buffer reduction by one type under specific conditions, but not total elimination unless exempt.
  • The request is filed under number WaiverPIR-000898-2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a land use buffer?
A is a required area of land, often containing vegetation or fencing, designed to separate different types of land uses (such as commercial and residential) to mitigate impacts.
Why does the applicant want to skip the buffer?
The applicant claims that the existing distance (225 feet), existing trees, and the presence of a county retention pond already provide sufficient separation.

Why It Matters

This request determines whether the developer must spend resources to install a physical between their property and the adjacent county retention pond, potentially setting a precedent for how land use codes are applied to similar commercial sites.

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Buffer Waiver Justification

The applicant is attempting to use natural features (retention pond and existing trees) as a substitute for mandated man-made buffers.

Connected Entities

locationMaricampThe nearest street to the property.Map →
organizationU&B Property Mngt.The applicant requesting the waiver.Map →
organizationAbshier EngineeringThe engineering firm associated with the site plan.Map →
other9007-0100-20The parcel number for the subject property.Map →
organizationDevelopment Review CommitteeThe body reviewing the waiver request.Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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