6.a) Case #233268 – 748 Muirfield Cove – Request approval of multiple variances to allow an accessory structure to encroach into the required setbacks and to allow an accessory structure to not be constructed in a like manner to the principal building.
Property Owner/Applicant: John Frank Barton Living Trust (Rodney Cornelison)
Project Planner: Josh Hankins
My husband and I have lived in Crosswind since 1991. It has been a very desirable neighborhood. I am concerned about the obtrusive building which is in violation of several codes. We have building codes for a reason. We need to enforce the codes and not grant exemptions. What will be coming next? The building needs to be removed immediately.
I oppose any variance requests. This structure is quite hideous and should have to be removed as it does not match the house nor neighborhood. Even if it were moved to the proper distances from the property line it would still be an eyesore.
We have lived in this neighborhood for 20+ years and it has been an aesthetically pleasing and highly desired community. This is evidenced by the continuing increase in property values in our neighborhood. The structure in question is so large and out of place that it disrupts the beauty of the area and must be expected to affect the property values for the area. I adamantly oppose any variance for this structure. It must be brought into compliance with all covenants and code.
Anne Smith, 791 Autumn Winds Dr., Collierville. I am totally opposed to allowing this homeowner to add yet another structure to his yard. The first one that is already there, does not follow the Collierville building codes, and was, I understand, not permitted in the first place. The structure does not fit the expected codes in the neighborhood. It should not have ever been allowed, and the owner should be required to remove it, and certainly should not be allowed to build another structure.
I oppose granting all variance requests. The structure is clearly too close to neighboring properties, and as it is not constructed or finished “in a like manner to the principal building,” it is an eyesore and doesn’t blend in with the rest of the neighborhood. I, and many other fellow Crosswinds residents have always had to abide by Collierville building codes when adding on to our homes, and I respectfully ask that the same standard be applied to our neighbor.
I oppose granting a variance for setback from property line. The structure is definitely so large it disrupts and devalues the adjacent property. I would not like to look at a structure that large and that close to my property everytime I tried to enjoy my backyard and pool. Why was the build allowed to continue even after the code officer informed them they were out of compliance? Again I oppose the setback code variance request.
We moved to Collierville because of the overall aesthetic and we appreciate that code enforcement is prompt & thorough in keeping our city beautiful. This structure is an eyesore and should not be allowed in our neighborhood. The owner should have to follow the codes as the rest of us do. If this structure is allowed to stand as-is, we as a city are opening the door to having buildings like this pop up all over—perhaps in your backyard. Would you want to see this outside your window?
My husband and I have lived in Crosswind since 1991. It has been a very desirable neighborhood. I am concerned about the obtrusive building which is in violation of several codes. We have building codes for a reason. We need to enforce the codes and not grant exemptions. What will be coming next? The building needs to be removed immediately.
I oppose any variance requests. This structure is quite hideous and should have to be removed as it does not match the house nor neighborhood. Even if it were moved to the proper distances from the property line it would still be an eyesore.
We have lived in this neighborhood for 20+ years and it has been an aesthetically pleasing and highly desired community. This is evidenced by the continuing increase in property values in our neighborhood. The structure in question is so large and out of place that it disrupts the beauty of the area and must be expected to affect the property values for the area. I adamantly oppose any variance for this structure. It must be brought into compliance with all covenants and code.
Anne Smith, 791 Autumn Winds Dr., Collierville. I am totally opposed to allowing this homeowner to add yet another structure to his yard. The first one that is already there, does not follow the Collierville building codes, and was, I understand, not permitted in the first place. The structure does not fit the expected codes in the neighborhood. It should not have ever been allowed, and the owner should be required to remove it, and certainly should not be allowed to build another structure.
I oppose granting all variance requests. The structure is clearly too close to neighboring properties, and as it is not constructed or finished “in a like manner to the principal building,” it is an eyesore and doesn’t blend in with the rest of the neighborhood. I, and many other fellow Crosswinds residents have always had to abide by Collierville building codes when adding on to our homes, and I respectfully ask that the same standard be applied to our neighbor.
I oppose granting a variance for setback from property line. The structure is definitely so large it disrupts and devalues the adjacent property. I would not like to look at a structure that large and that close to my property everytime I tried to enjoy my backyard and pool. Why was the build allowed to continue even after the code officer informed them they were out of compliance? Again I oppose the setback code variance request.
We moved to Collierville because of the overall aesthetic and we appreciate that code enforcement is prompt & thorough in keeping our city beautiful. This structure is an eyesore and should not be allowed in our neighborhood. The owner should have to follow the codes as the rest of us do. If this structure is allowed to stand as-is, we as a city are opening the door to having buildings like this pop up all over—perhaps in your backyard. Would you want to see this outside your window?