Agenda Item # 12.a.
City Commission Regular Meeting
- Meeting Date:
- 01/21/2020
- Re
- Conditional Use - Andrews Dwelling Rental - 1180 Carlton Court Unit 102A
- Submitted For:
- Jennifer Hofmeister
SUBJECT:
Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Review and approval for an application for Conditional Use with No New Construction submitted by property owners Douglas & Elizabeth Andrews to establish a Dwelling Rental, offering lodging for less than six (6) months; with a minimum of thirty-one (31) days at 1180 Carlton Court, Unit 102A, Fort Pierce, FL. The property is zoned Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential Zone (R-4A), Parcel ID: 2401-620-0002-000-5.
SUMMARY:
- The applicant is requesting review and approval of a Conditional Use to operate a Dwelling Rental at Unit 102A of the Carlton Villas of Hutchinson Island Condominiums, located at 1180 Carlton Court. The subject condominium is a two-bedroom and two-bathroom condo unit. Each condo unit has one designated parking space, with additional guest parking spaces. The proposed Conditional Use will offer lodging of less than six months with a minimum stay of thirty-one days to guests.
- The property is located at the northwest corner of Carlton Court and Alhambra Street. The subject site is surrounded by multi-family housing to the north, south, east, and west. The property is zoned Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential Zone (R-4A).
RECOMMENDATION:
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.
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.
ALTERNATIVES:
•Approval with alternate conditions
•Denial
•Denial
RESPONSIBLE STAFF:
Vennis Gilmore, Planner
COORDINATED WITH:
Technical Review Committee
Fiscal Impact
OTHER INFORMATION:
Potential Increase in Ad-Valorem and Tourism Tax Revenue
Attachments
- staff presentation
- Staff Report & Supporting Documents
- Application Packet & Supporting Documents
- Affidavit of Mailing & Public Notice Certification
- Proof of Publication
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| City Manager | Nick Mimms | 01/15/2020 09:21 AM |
- Form Started By:
- Vennis Gilmore
- Started On:
- 01/09/2020 04:48 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 01/15/2020