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12-21-1994 '-" ....., CITY OF EDGEW A TER LAND DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATORY AGENCY REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 21,1994 Chairman Fazzone called to order the regular meeting of the Land Development and Regulatory Agency at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 21, 1994 in the Community Center of City Hall. ROLL CALL Members present were Mr. Masso, Ms. Lichter, Mr. Moncure, Mr. Garthwaite, Mr. Hildenbrand and Chairman Fazzone. Ms. Agrusa was recorded absent. Also present at the meeting were Mark P. Karet, Director of Community Development, Krista A. Storey, City Attorney, and Sondra M. Pengov, Recording Secretary. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of November 30, 1994 were presented for approval. Mr. Masso moved to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Mr. Moncure. The motion CARRIED 4-0. OLD BUSINESS: None at this time. NEW BUSINESS: SD-9401 - Mr. Luis Geil. authorized a!!ent for property located at U.S. Hi!!hwav #1 and Roberts Road. is reauestin!! subdivision approval. Chairman Fazzone asked Mr. Karet for a presentation of the request. Mr. Karet said this request is for a preliminary plat approval. He said once a preliminary plat is approved, this is the first step in creating a subdivision. Mr. Karet said after a preliminary plat approval is granted the applicant will be required to develop construction drawings for the improvements. After the improvements are in place then final plat will come back to the LDRA and then go on to the City Council. Mr. Karet reminded the Board that approval of the plat does not approve the overall plan. Mr. Karet concluded, saying that the plat meets the requirements of the codes and staff recommends approval of the preliminary plat. Ms. Lichter asked whether the acceptance of the plot plan will also be an acceptance of the usage. Mr. Karet said no, preliminary plat approval addresses the lot configuration only. .... .., Chairman Fazzone, Ms. Lichter, and Mr. Karet briefly discussed a traffic impact study on the subject property. Mr. Karet explained that because the plat was submitted prior to January 1 st, no study was required. He said the site plans for the development of each lot my require a study. There being no additional discussion, Chairman Fazzone entertained a motion, Mr. Moncure moved to accept the preliminary plat, seconded by Mr. Garthwaite. The motion CARRIED 6- O. SE-9402 - Coronado Paint Companv - Joe D. Martin, authorized agent for Coronado Paint Company, requested a special exception to the 26 foot height limitation in the 1-2, Heavy Industrial District. Chairman Fazzone asked Mr. Karet to give his presentation. Mr. Karet said the applicant plans to add a 34,902 square foot addition that will be 29.9 feet high to their existing warehouse at 308 Old County Road. He said the established height limitation is 26 feet high. Mr. Karet said, based on the five criteria, the Department of Community Development supports the applicant's request and does not see any cause to impose conditions upon the grant. Mr. Moncure asked if the 29.9 feet height is measured from the grade level or floor level. Mr. Karet replied it is measured from the finished floor level. Joe. D. Martin Mr. Martin said he is available for questions. Mr. Martin said the request is to provide for higher rack space. Chairman Fazzone announced that this is a public hearing. Larry Westfall. 143 W. Ocean Avenue expressed his concern with property values, water supply for a sprinkler system, and would like to see some type of economic development plan as things progress. Mr. Westfall asked if there is a plan for water retention on the east side of the property. Mr. Martin replied that there is no need for water retention at that location at this time. Mr. Westfall also said there should be concern for safety problems regarding the school children. Chairman Fazzone asked Mr. Westfall if he objected to the requested height increase, of which Mr. Westfall replied no. Diana Miller. 148 W. Ocean Avenue voiced her objection to the height increase and also asked if the addition will be for the storage of more paint. Mr. Karet said yes. Mr. Martin described the improvements for fire flow that will serve to prevent the spread of fire. Land Development and Regulatory Agency Regular Meeting '-' ..., December 21, 1994 Page -2- Mr. Garthwaite asked what type of fire protection will be installed. Mr. Martin explained that overhead sprinklers as well as in rack type extinguishers are planned. Mr. Moncure asked the public if anyone had concerns with aesthetics, of which there was no reply. There being no more discussion, Chairman Fazzone closed the public hearing. Mr. Masso moved to approve the request for height increase based on the five criteria being met, seconded by Mr. Moncure. The motion CARRIED 6-0. SP-9406 - Coronado Paint Comoanv - Joe D. Martin, authorized agent for Coronado Paint Company requested site plan approval for the expansion of an existing warehouse. Chairman Fazzone asked Mr. Karet for his comments. Mr. Karet said the site plan is for an addition to store finished product. Mr. Karet stated that staff had worked through some very technical issues, particularly the fire protection system. Mr. Karet also made reference to the impact of traffic and said Coronado Paint Company is re-configuring the traffic flow and will be changing the hours for their truck delivery to avoid conflicts. Mr. Karet concluded saying all staff comments had been addressed and recommends approval of the site plan. Mr. Garthwaite asked the total lot coverage for all the buildings. Mr. Karet said the entire site at the time of the completion of all phases will have less lot coverage than allowed. Ms. Lichter questioned waste and environmental concerns. Mr. Karet replied that these concerns were addressed in detail. He said the building in itself is a container in the event of leakage or fire. Mr. Karet also said the truck wash facility doesn't commingle runoff with storm water. Mr. Karet made reference to a letter he received from the Department of Environmental Protection that explained an agreement (with Coronado Paint Co.) to install a vacuum system to "clean up" the soil. Mr. Karet said there are monitoring wells provided to examine the groundwater for contaminants. Mr. Martin made reference to soil contamination and the requirements of the Department of Environmental Protection. He said the proposed building is designed around the monitoring wells and the storm water improvements have been devised to isolate any ground contamination or product mixing with water runoff. Mr. Martin also explained that the loading docks will be moved from their present location so as to avoid the problem of "sticking out" into the road. Land Development and Regulatory Agency Regular Meeting December 21, 1994 Page -3- "-'" ,..." Ms. Miller questioned whether there would be more extensive traffic use of Ocean Avenue. Mr. Karet said this will be monitored and appropriate repairs will be made by Coronado Paint Company. Some members of the Board questioned fire protection, traffic involved, and the width of the street. Mr. Karet commented that all these concerns had been addressed by staff and that all requirements have been met. Mr. Masso then moved to accept the site plan request in accordance with staffs recommendation, seconded by Mr. Garthwaite. Motion CARRIED 6-0. Chairman Fazzone called for a recess at 8:10 p.m. Chairman Fazzone resumed the meeting at 8:20 p.m. SP-9405 - All Florida Plumbin2 & Electrical Supplv Corporation - Richard Beazley, authorized agent, requested site plan approval for the expansion of an existing building at 1103 S. Ridgewood Avenue. Chairman Fazzone asked Mr. Karet for staffs comments. Mr. Karet said the request is for a 200 square foot expansion to an existing building. Mr. Karet said that staff comments have been addressed and approval of the site plan is recommended. Upon reviewing the site plans, the Board had no questions or comments, consequently, Mr. Garthwaite moved to approve the site plan based on staffs recommendation, seconded by Ms. Lichter. The motion CARRIED 6-0. DISCUSSION ITEMS: A. Community Director's Report Mr. Karet made reference to the Land Development Code handout. Mr. Karet said the City Council adopted the new fee schedule for development related fees at their December 19, 1994 meeting. He also wished every one a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. B. Chairman's Report Chairman Fazzone mentioned the Economic Development meetings he was invited to attend. He said they were relative to the business climate analysis and actual linkages studied. Land Development and Regulatory Agency Regular Meeting December 21, 1994 Page -4- ~ ...., He said the meetings were to get an overview of the business climate and the strengths and weaknesses of the City. Chairman Fazzone then wished a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to everyone. c. Agency Member Reports Mr. Hildenbrand wished a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. Ms. Lichter said she felt the Board should keep in mind the integrity of the public when hearing agenda items. Mr. Hildenbrand asked if an applicant meets the code requirements, why does the application have to come before the LDRA Board? Mr. Karet explained that current regulations require approval of the LDRA Board. He said the new Land Development Regulations will not require certain site plans as well as other applications to be heard by the LDRA. Mr. Masso wished everyone Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Mr. Moncure commented that the public be made aware of the Board responsibilities. He also wished Happy Holidays to everyone Mr. Karet recommended that the words "public hearing" be added to the agenda on appropriate items. ADJOURNMENT: There being no additional business to come before the Board a motion was made and approved to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by: Sondra M. Pengov, Recording Secretary Land Development and Regulatory Agency /SMP Land Development and Regulatory Agency Regular Meeting December 21, 1994 Page -5- c:\ldralminutes\122194