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08-10-2016 104 City of Edgewater Ede Riverside Drive Edgewater,FL 32132 ec�y oe EDGEWATER Meeting Minutes Planning and Zoning Board Wednesday,August 10,2016 6:30 PM Council Chambers 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Card called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present 6- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright and Michael Eichhotn Excused 1 - David Tyree Also Present 2- Development Services Director Darren Lear and Senior Planner Bonnie Brown 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Regular Meeting-July 13,2016 A motion was made by Mr. Wright, second by Mr. McIntosh, to approve the minutes of July 13,2016. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes: 6- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright,and Michael Eichhotn Excused: 1 - David Tyree 4. OLD BUSINESS-PUBLIC HEARING a. CPA-1608 - Beyel Brothers Inc., applicant, requesting an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for property located at 4115 S. Ridgewood Avenue This item was continued to the October 12, 2016 meeting at the request of the applicant. This Planning Item was continued. Present 8- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright,Michael Eichhom,Development Services Director Darren Lear and Senior Planner Bonnie Brown Excused 1 - David Tyree b. RZ-1606- Beyel Brothers Inc., applicant, requesting an amendment to the Official Zoning Map for property located at 4115 S. Ridgewood Avenue This item was continued to the October 12, 2016 meeting at the request of the applicant. This Planning Item was continued. City of Edgewater Page I Printed on 811612016 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes August 10, 2016 5. NEW BUSINESS-PUBLIC HEARING a. AN-1607 -Rajesh Ailani, owner, requesting annexation of 7.34± acres of land located at 190 Godfrey Road Mr. Lear provided a staff report and recommendation. He indicated that he next two items were for the same property. Chairman Card opened and closed the public hearing as there were no comments from the public or Board members. A motion was made by Mr. Andrejkovics, second by Mr. McIntosh, to send a favorable recommendation to City Council for the annexaton of 7.34± acres of land located at 190 Godfrey Road. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes: 6- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright,and Michael Eichhorn Excused: 1 - David Tyree b. CPA-1609 - Rajesh Ailani, owner, requesting an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map to include 7.34± acres of land located at 190 Godfrey Road as Medium Density Residential Mr. Lear provided a staff report and recommendation. Chairman Card opened and closed the public hearing as there were no comments from the public or Board members. A motion was made by Mr. McIntosh, second by Mr. Andrejkovics, to send a favorable recommendation to City Council for the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map to inlcude 7.34± acre of land located at 190 Godfrey Road as Medium Density Residential. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes: 6- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright,and Michael Eichhorn Excused: 1 - David Tyree C. RZ-1607 - Rajesh Ailani, owner, requesting an amendment to the Official Zoning Map to include 7.34± acres of land located at 190 Godfrey Road as R-3 (Single Family Residential) Mr. Lear provided a staff report and recommendation. Chairman Card opened and closed the public hearing as there were no comments from the public or Board members. A motion was made by Wright, second by McIntosh, to adopt Planning Item No. RZ-1607. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: City of Edgewater Page 2 Printed on 8/16/2016 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes August 10, 2016 Yes: 6- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright,and Michael Eichhorn Absent: 1 - David Tyree d. VA-1610 - John A. Ingles, requesting variances from Section 21-50.02 and 21-41.04(a) of the Land Development Code to construct a single family residence on property located at 158 Azalea Road. Mr. Lear provided a staff report and recommendation. Chairman Card opened and closed the public hearing as there were no comments from the public or Board members. A motion was made by Mr. McIntosh, second by Mr. Andrejkovics, to approve the variances from Section 21-50.02 and 21-41-04(a) to allow a front setback of 25-feet; east side setback of 8-feet and rear setback of 25-feet from the mean high water line for property located at 158 Azalea Road.. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes: 6- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright,and Michael Eichhorn Absent: 1 - David Tyree e. VA-1609 - Florida Shores Truck Center requesting a variance from Section 21-450.02 (a), (b), (d) and (c) and 21-61-11 (b) and (d) of the Land Development Code Mr. Lear provided a staff report and recommendation. Chairman Card opened the public hearing. Ray Webb, Kenco Signs, representing the owner. Mr. Webb addressed the hardships for visibility of the sign due to the bridge on S.R. 442 as well as the grade of the road being significantly higher than the subject property. He stated they were currently allowed to have three (3) 48-square foot signs, they would like to have one(1) 96-square foot sign, which will have landscaping around the base. There were no comments from the public. There was discussion regarding the specifics of the sign. Mr. Webb specified that the digital portion of the sign will meet the Land Development Code requirements. Chairman Card referenced a letter from Scott L. and Vicky S. Porter in opposition of the request (attached). Mr. McIntosh asked if they considered reducing the height of the pedestal. Mr. Webb stated a portion of the pedestal would not be seen. He added that the height of road and the swale impeded visibility of the sign. Mr. McIntosh suggested putting the sign at the end of the property and lowering it. Mr. Webb stated it would be too far from the entrance of the property. City of Edgewater Page 3 Printed on 8/16/2016 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes August 10, 2016 Mr. Eichhorn asked what type of business it was, what type of clientele were they trying to reach with the sign. Charles Aldridge, owner, stated they do a lot of work on motor homes including repairs and parts and they do hydraulic hoses. He stated they do a lot of marketing but they would like for individuals driving by know the type of work they do. He felt the bridge would block the sign if it was placed at the end of the property and would prefer to have it closer to the entrance. Mr. Webb reiterated that the property is below the grade of the road. Mr.Aldridge discussed further the reason for proposed location of the sign. Mr. Lear asked if both existing signs would be removed. Mr. Webb responded that they would. Mr. Lear stated they could have three (3) signs and they are condensing to one. He also added that for RV service you have to go to at least Ormond Beach. Mr. Aldridge stated the company in Ormond sends a lot of work to them, he stated there really is nothing close by. Mr. Kennedy stated there was basically a difference of seven (7) feet and four (4) of those feet was getting the sign back up to grade. Mr. Webb stated that was correct. Mr. Webb reiterated that they were removing the pole sign and giving up two additional signs that would be allowed on the property. Mr. Wright asked why three feet from the property line. Mr. Aldridge explained and Mr. Lear clarified that the sign would be behind the fence. Chairman Card stated in 18 years of living here he had no clue what they did there. He felt the sign would not accomplish what they were looking for. Mr. Aldridge stated he felt there was no wasted money on advertising. Mr. Wright asked why the size of the sign. Mr. Webb explained it was for readability. Chairman Card stated he had concern with the size of the sign. Mr.Andrejkovics stated he liked the sign and felt it was tasteful. He felt it served a purpose. Mr. Kennedy stated that in addition two signs were being removed and felt they were meeting the City half-way. Mr. Webb discussed the architectural design of the sign increasing the overall size. Mr. Lear suggested possibly requesting they lower the sign three feet to compensate for the swale, he added that was just something to consider. Chairman Card asked if they would consider that. Mr. Webb felt it would take away from the overall value of what they were doing. He added that with how and where it will be constructed it actually will only be 11 feet tall. Mr. Aldridge stated he would give up any future additional signs and have only one sign on the property to have this one approved. Mr. Lear stated that would be a good compromise. City of Edgewater Page 4 Printed on 8/16/2016 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes August 10, 2016 Mr. Wright was concerned with the brightness of the message sign. Mr. Webb explained how the LED's worked and could reduce the brightness at night. Mr. Kennedy clarified the two points they wanted to include in the motion. Mr. Lear stated they were only one sign permitted and lit at 60%at night. There being no further discussion Chairman Card closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Mr. Kennedy, second by Mr. Andrejkovics, to approve the variance VA-1609 Florida Shores Truck Center requesting a variance from Section 21-450.02 (a), (b), (d) and (e) and 21-61-11 (b) and (d) of the Land Development Code with the stipulation that this will be the only sign on the property and the owner agrees to adjust the percentage of LED's to no greater than 60% during nighttime. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes: 6- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright,and Michael Eichhorn Absent: 1 - David Tyree f. CPA-1610 - The City of Edgewater requesting an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Element (CIE) and the Capital Improvement Program(CIP). Mr. Lear provided a staff report and recommendation. Chairman Card opened and closed the public hearing as there was no comment from the public or Board members. A motion was made by Mr. McIntosh, second by Mr. Wright, to send a favorable recommendation to City Council for the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvements Element (CIE) and the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).. The MOTION was APPROVED by the following vote: Yes: 6- George Kennedy,Robert McIntosh,Pat Card,Robert Andrejkovics,Paul Wright,and Michael Eichhorn Absent: 1 - David Tyree 6. OTHER BUSINESS None at this time. 7. DISCUSSION ITEMS a. Development Services Director's Report Mr. Lear reported to the Board that Jiffy Lube has started construction and the Lineman's College was ready also. b. Chairman's Report Chairman Card thanked the Board for their support over the last few months. City of Edgewater Page 5 Printed on 8/16/2016 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting Minutes August 10, 2016 c. Agency Members' Report Mr. Wright gave a report on the recent Economic Development Board meeting and the STEM Program at Edgewater Elementary School. He stated the Chamber has a new website that will be up and running soon. He advised the Board that next year's Edgewater Expo was scheduled for March 25, 2017. There was discussion regarding bringing trade education to Southeast Volusia County. & ADJOURN There being no further business to discuss, the meeting adjouned at 7:37 p.m. City of Edgewater Page 6 Printed on 8/16/2016 From: Scott&Vicky To: Bonnie Brown Cc: Scott Porter Subject: Fwd:VA-1609—3220 W.Indian River Blvd Date: Tuesday,August 09,2016 3:50:45 PM Attachments: City of Edgewater-Obiection to sian variance VA-1609.odf ATT00001.htm Ms. Brown, As a follow up to our inquiry earlier this morning regarding the request for variance VA-1609—3220 W. Indian River Blvd, attached please find our letter to the City of Edgewater Planning and Zoning Board objecting to the granting of this variance. We understand that our letter will be incorporated into the agenda materials for consideration by the Planning and Zoning Board. Please confirm your receipt of our letter by return email. Thank you for your assistance in this matter. Scott Porter Scott L. & Vicky S. Porter 14211 Little Cypress Circle REC,EjVED P(ihn Beach Gardens, FL 33410 AUG 09 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES August 8, 2016 The Honorable Chair and Members of the Planning and Zoning Board c/o Bonnie Brown, Senior Planner City of Edgewater 104 N. Riverside Drive Edgewater, FL 32132-0100 Re: VA-1609 —3220 W. Indian River Boulevard Members of the Planning and Zoning Board: I am writing to the Planning and Zoning Board to object to the request from Florida Shores Truck Center for a variance from Section 21-450.02(a) and (b) of the Land Development Code to permit a 15-foot high, oversized sign with a 5 ft. by 10 ft. electronic billboard. I am also writing on behalf of my parents, Bill and Guineviere Porter, who are elderly and not able to attend your meeting, but also object to this type of oversized, electronic billboard. Together we are the owners of the thirty acre parcel at 3247 W. Indian River Boulevard, at the northeast corner of W. Indian River Boulevard and Cow Creek Road, and directly across W. Indian River Boulevard from the Truck Center. Our properties are not presently in the City of Edgewater, but it has always been our intent to join the City at a future date when the property is ready to be developed. As such, we have always had a strong desire to see the City of Edgewater grow, expand and prosper in a controlled and tasteful manner that will enhance the existing area and the City as a whole. In our collective opinion, the variance request for this oversized, electronic billboard sign that is before the Planning and Zoning Board diminishes the future development of W. Indian River Boulevard and the future of the City. W. Indian River Boulevard is the gateway to the City of Edgewater. Thousands of new residents in the planned Farmton and Restoration projects west of I-95 will travel W. Indian River Boulevard into the City. Is an oversized, electronic billboard sign for a Truck Center really the first impression that you would like every visitor to have of the City of Edgewater? We doubt it. We also doubt that the developers of Farmton and Restoration would consider this to be an enhancement of the area adjacent to their multi-million dollar projects. Who does this sign benefit? Clearly this flashing electronic billboard is not designed to inform the residents of the City, who are well aware of the Truck Center. This large, flashing electronic billboard is designed for one purpose, to attract the attention of transient trucks from I-95. How does this contribute to a beautiful Gateway to the City of Edgewater that will be inviting to families and visitors in the future? 1 Planning and Zoning Board City of Edgewater August 8,2016 The decision of the Planning and Zoning Board on this variance request will certainly have long- lasting impacts on the City. Allowing this large, flashing electronic billboard on W. Indian River Boulevard diminishes the beauty and aesthetics of the area forever. Once in place, it will likely never be removed and most likely will lead to a proliferation of oversized, similar electronic billboards. After allowing one electronic billboard such as this, would it be fair and reasonable to then deny the same opportunity to other businesses that will develop in the area? Is a collection of large, flashing, electronic billboard style signs a vision anyone would want for the Gateway to their City? We doubt it. In fact, consider whether this electronic billboard sign is something you would be proud to see on the City's website as representative of the Edgewater Community. Again,we doubt it. The Land Development Code rightly limited such oversized signs for a reason and certainly a great deal of thought was given to those limitations, future development and the City's future when the Code was adopted. Deviating from those thoughtful limitations by approving this variance, benefits only the Truck Center owner and not the residents, visitors or the future of the City. Thank you for the opportunity to share our thoughts on this proposed variance. In closing,we ask that you follow the existing Code and deny the request for a variance to allow the proposed oversized,electronic billboard sign. Sincerel , Scott L. Porter On behalf of Scott&Vicky Porter and Bill& Guineviere Porter 2