Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Review and Approval of an application for Conditional Use with No New Construction submitted by property owners, Vincent & Vanessa Reyda and applicant, Arlene Bauer to establish a Dwelling Rental offering lodging for less than six (6) months; with a minimum of thirty-one (31) days at 3034 Windward Drive, Unit 1305, Fort Pierce, FL. The property is zoned Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential Zone (R-4A). Parcel ID: 2507-888-0017-000-2.
 

• The applicant is requesting review and approval of a Conditional Use to operate a Dwelling Rental located at 3034 Windward Drive, Unit 1305. The subject condo unit is approximately 1,659 gross square feet with two (2) bedrooms and two (2) baths.
• The condo unit is within Ocean House Condominiums which is located within the Ocean Village Community. Ocean Village is a gated planned-community that is nestled on approximately 120 acres with approximately 3,500 feet of beach frontage. Ocean Village offers 24-hour security; a Par-3 9-Hole Executive Golf Course; Tennis Courts; Heated Swimming Pools; Jacuzzi; Sauna; Fitness Center; Card Room; Library with wi-fi; and clubhouses.
• The proposed Conditional Use will offer lodging of less than six (6) months with a minimum stay of 31 days to guests.

The proposed use presents the provision for short-term lodging accommodations to the general public, representing a limited commercial use that is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood, and is generally consistent with the City’s Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan with appropriate restrictions. Therefore, Staff recommends APPROVAL with the following six (6) conditions:
 
1)            The property manager for the dwelling rental shall be available at all times to resolve complaints or violations of city code. Said manager shall reside in St. Lucie County and shall be registered with the City of Fort Pierce.
 
2)            Guide booklets (available from Code Enforcement) shall be provided to renters regarding local rules and public service resources, to minimize conflicts.
 
3)            The applicant shall file for and obtain St. Lucie County and City of Fort Pierce Business Tax Licenses within 30 days of Conditional Use approval.
 
4)            There shall be a limitation of no more than no two (2) vehicles at the site.
 
5)            The City of Fort Pierce Business Tax License number shall be included on all advertising.
 
6)            The maximum occupancy of the home shall ensure compliance with City Code Section 8.5-43. - Required space in dwelling units, based upon the size of each unit.
 

• Approval with alternate conditions
• Denial

Vennis Gilmore, Planner

Technical Review Committee