Quasi-Judicial Hearing (waived) - Review and approval of an application for a Conditional Use with No New Construction, submitted by Property Owner, Tom Kennedy and Applicant, Coldwell Banker Paradise to operate a Dwelling Rental, offering lodging for less than six (6) months with a minimum rental period of one (1) month, at 50 Southstar Drive, Fort Pierce, FL.  The property is zoned R-4A, Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential Zone (Parcel ID 2507-713-0020-000-7).
 

• The applicant is requesting the review and approval of a Conditional Use to operate a Dwelling Rental at 50 Southstar Drive, 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 2,164 square feet, containing three (3) bedrooms, three (3) bathrooms and traditional support rooms. There is driveway for parking of two (2) vehicles.
• The property 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 property is zoned Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential Zone (R4-A). The property is located north of Southstar Drive;  between Southpointe Drive and Windward Drive. The site is surrounded by single family residences and condominiums to the north, east and west.
   

Approve with the following conditions:

1) The maximum occupancy of the home does not exceed six (6) 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