The applicant is requesting the review and approval of a Conditional Use to operate Dwelling Rentals at 1931 & 1933 Crestview Drive, to offer lodging of less than six (6) months and a minimum of one (1) month to guests.  The subject property consists of an apartment duplex.  The apartment duplex structure contains two apartments each with (2) bedrooms, one (1) bathroom and traditional support rooms. The apartment duplex has designated two-car paved parking per unit. The property owner, Mr. Winter; is currently building a brand new single-family home at the corner of Crestview Drive and Fernandina Street in South Beach of Fort Pierce. Mr. Winter will live in one of the apartments and rent the other until his new home is complete. The brand new home is expected to be completed sometime in 2019. After completion of his new home; Mr. Winter will move out and began to rent both apartments in the duplex as dwelling rentals. The property is zoned Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential Zone (R4-A).
 

The proposed use presents the provision of limited transient lodging accommodations to the general public, representing a limited commercial use that is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood of this location, and is generally consistent with the City’s Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan with appropriate restriction therefore; Staff recommends the City Commission approve the request with the following conditions:
 
1) The maximum occupancy ensures compliance with City Code Section 8.5-43. - Required space in dwelling units, based upon the size of each unit;
2) Registration of the property manager accessible at all times, to resolve complaints or violations of City Code;
3) Issuance of guide booklets (available from Code Enforcement) for renters regarding local rules and public service resources to minimize conflicts; and
4) The applicant files for and obtains St. Lucie County & City of Fort Pierce Business Tax Licenses within thirty (30) days of Conditional Use approval.
5) Limit no more than 2 vehicles per unit.
 
The Planning Board has suggested adding the following conditions:
 
6) Include the City of Fort Pierce Business Tax License number on all advertising.
7) Register as a Certified Property Manager with St. Lucie County.

Approval with alternative conditions
Denial

Vennis Gilmore, Plannin Analsyt

Technical Review Committee