01-27-1999
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CITY OF EDGEW ATER
Planning and Zoning Board
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, January 27,1999
6:30 p.m.
Chairman Masso called to order the regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Board at 6:30
p.m., January 27, 1999, in the Community Center, 102 N. Riverside Drive, Edgewater, Florida.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Mr. Zeese, Mr. Ogram, Mr. Ridner, Mr. Azzarello, Mr. Hildenbrand and
Chairman Masso. Mr. Garthwaite was record excused. Also in attendance were Lynne plaskett,
Director of Planning, Nikki Clayton, City Attorney, Carl Gosline of the Gosline Company and
Sandra M. Pengov, Board Coordinator.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion ;as made by Mr. Zeese to approve the minutes of October 27, 1998 and seconded by
Mr. Ogram. Motion CARRIED 6-0.
NEW BUSINESS
AN"-9802 - Robert Howard, AIA, (authorized agent) for the Diocese of Orlando,
requested tlze annexation of .28+ acres, located at 111 N. Cory Drive into the City
of Edgewater.
Chairman Masso inquired whether Board members had visited the site or spoke with anyone
regarding the request. None of the Board members had spoken to anyone, although two members
visited the site.
Chairman Masso asked for staff comments. Ms. plaskett said the applicant, St. Gerard's
Church, has recently received approval of a site plan to build a new sanctuary on 38Lacres,
currently within the City. The Diocese also owns the parcel and structure located to the south of
the 38 .:!:. acres at 111 N. Cory Drive. The structure houses an office for the church. The new
development will encompass approximately 9 acres of the 38 acres. The Diocese is requesting the
incorporation of the N. Cory Drive parcel to continue the use until the new facility is built.
Ms. plaskett said the proposed property is compact and contiguous to the existing City
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boundaries. The current zoning will remain in place until such time as the comprehensive plan is
amended. The property is serviced with City water and a private septic tank. Ms. plaskett said
there is no negative impact associated with the request. she concluded saying Staff recommends
the Board find the request in conformance with the comprehensive plan and a favorable
recommendation be forwarded to the City Council.
Chairman Masso asked the applicant for any comments.
Mr. Robert Howard, AlA, 602 W. Indian River Boulevard, introduced himself and said he would
be happy to answer any questions from the Board.
Chairman Masso asked the Board for their comments. Mr. Zeese questioned the exact location
of the property and inquired as to when the church would be built. Mr. Howard explained the
subject annexation is south of the proposed church property and the construction will take place
after the permit from St. John's River Water Management District is secured and other obstacles
resolved.
Mr. Ogram asked if the neighbors in the vicinity of the proposed annexation approve of the
request. Mr. Howard replied, no negative comments had been received.
There being' no additional comments from the Board, Chairman Masso entertained a motion.
Mr. Zeese moved to recommend approval of the annexation to the City Council, seconded by Mr.
Hildenbrand. The motion CARRIED 6-0.
Election of Officers
Nominations for Chairman
Chairman Masso nominated Mr. Garthwaite as Chairman, seconded by Mr. Hildenbrand.
There being no additional nominations a vote was taken. Motion CARRIED 6-0.
Nominations for Vice-Chairman
Mr. Hildenbrand nominated Mr. Masso as Vice-Chairman, seconded by Mr. Zeese.
Again, there were no additional nominations. Motion CARRIED 6-0.
OLD BUSINESS
Review and Discussion of "Draft" Land Development Code
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Ms. plaskett introduced Mr. Gosline and he explained he had addressed previously received
comments and would be happy to answer any questions.
The Board discussed several issues of which the sign regulations were discussed at length. Mr.
Gosline said he would incorporate the Boards suggestions and do further research.
Ms. Clayton suggested arranging meetings to include outside groups and other interested citizens
before the City Council approves the new Land Development Code.
Chairman Masso said it was the consensus of the Board to accept the document with the new
suggested changes and t hold meetings with the public as suggested.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. Community Director's Report
Nothing at this time.
B. Chairman's Report
Chairman Masso thanked the Board for their support.
C. Agency Member's Report
Nothing at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no additional business to come before the Board, a motion was made and approved
to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Minutes respectfully submitted by:
Sondra M. Pengov, Board Coordinator
Planning and Zoning Board
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