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Gautier City Council Meeting - July 21, 2026
Published: Jul 21, 2026
Go City Council Grants Lot Width Variance for Lark Drive Development
The council approved a 19-foot 6-inch variance to lot width requirements in the R1 low-density single-family residential zoning district for a property on Lark Drive. The applicant, Kevin Carter, sought to divide three existing lots with a total width of 101 feet into five lots, each with a width of 60 feet 6 inches. The R1 district requires a minimum lot width of 80 feet at the building line and 40 feet on a public street. The planning commission recommended approving option two, which involves a 4.25-foot variance per lot to allow a lot width of 75.75 feet for four lots. The council approved this recommendation. [cite: 203-281]
Spanish Trail Baptist Church Granted Permit for New Sanctuary Construction
The council reviewed and approved a conditional use major permit for Spanish Trail Baptist Church to construct a new sanctuary building as an expansion of their existing church in the TCMU (Town Center Mixed-Use) zoning district. Churches require a conditional use permit for any construction, and since the church is expanding, they needed this permit to remain legal and conforming. The property is approximately three acres with an existing church. The planning commission recommended approval, and the council unanimously approved the permit. [cite: 283-357]
Go City Council Approves 60-Foot Variance for Accessory Structure
The council considered a request for a 60-foot variance for an accessory structure in front of the rear building line in an RE residential zoning district at 9025 Fairy Point Road. The applicant, Jeff Kerry, wishes to place an accessory structure in the side yard, which is not permitted in the RE district where accessory structures must be in the rear. The property has a complex history, including subdivision and a deed restriction that required reconfiguring the lot into a flag lot. The planning commission recommended approval of the variance based on unique property characteristics and existing easements. The council approved the variance. [cite: 361-427]
Go City Council Approves Support for Legacy Park Gateway Center Grant Application
The council approved a resolution supporting Legacy Park Gateway Center's application to the G Coast Restoration Fund for its project on Highway 57. Councilman Miner expressed concerns about the project's progress, noting that construction equipment had been removed and roofs were half-finished for two months, and questioned the need for city funds when millions were already allocated for infrastructure. He also raised concerns about the city prioritizing its own projects like Town Commons. Councilwoman Montgomery clarified that the $3.7 million mentioned was a TIF (Tax Increment Financing) and not direct funding, and that TIF funds are only disbursed if requirements are met. She explained that private developments and nonprofits also apply for GCRF funding and that the resolution simply shows city support for development within Gochce. Despite Councilman Miner's reservations, the resolution passed 4-2, with Councilman Jackson moving and Councilman George seconding. [cite: 664-935]
Variance for Lot Width Requirements on Lark Drive Under Consideration
The council considered a request for a 19-foot 6-inch variance to lot width requirements in the R1 low-density single-family residential zoning district located at Lark Drive. The applicant, Kevin Carter, seeks to divide three existing lots into five, with proposed widths of 60 feet 6 inches, which is less than the R1 requirement of 80 feet at the building line. The planning commission recommended approving option two, which would result in four lots with a width of 75.75 feet, requiring a 4.25-foot variance per lot. [cite: 203-246]
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