Quasi-Judicial Hearing (waived) - Review and approval of an application for a Conditional Use with No New Construction, submitted by Applicant, Michael McLeod to operate a Dwelling Rental, offering lodging for less than six (6) months with a minimum rental period of one (1) month, at 808 Atlantic Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL.  The property is zoned R-3, Single-Family Moderate Density Zone (Parcel ID 2410-706-0021-000-5).
 

• The applicant is requesting the review and approval of a Conditional Use to operate a Dwelling Rental at 808 Atlantic Avenue, to offer lodging of less than six (6) months and a minimum of one (1) to guests.  The subject property consists of a single-family residence.  The single-family structure is a one-story single family home with a finished floor area of 1,326 square feet, containing two (2) bedrooms, one (1) bathroom and traditional support rooms. There is driveway for parking as well as a one (1) car garage in the rear; with access from the alleyway in the rear. There is On-Street Parking as well, along Atlantic Avenue.
• The neighborhood that the subject property is located in is historic; therefore several homes have no front-yard driveway but instead in the rear yard. The property is located within the Sample Oaks historic district. The property is zoned Single-Family Moderate Density Zone (R-3).

• The property is located near the northwest corner of Atlantic Avenue and S. 8th Street; south of Orange Avenue. The site is surrounded by single family residences to the south, east and west. Properties to the north of the subject site are commercial. There is a sidewalk along the 50 feet of frontage along Atlantic Avenue frontage of the subject property.

Approve with the following conditions:

1) The maximum occupancy of the home does not exceed four (4) individuals; ensuring 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.
 

Approval with alternative conditions
Denial

Vennis Gilmore, Planning Analyst

Technical Review Committee