Quasi-Judicial Hearing (waived) - Review and approval of an application for a Conditional Use with No New Construction, submitted by Applicant, Coldwell Banker Paradise to operate eleven (11) Dwelling Rentals, offering lodging for less than six (6) months with a minimum rental period of one (1) month, at 2400 S. Ocean Drive, Fort Pierce, FL.  The properties are zoned R-4A, Hutchinson Island Medium Density Residential Zone (Parcel ID(s) 2507-888-0014-000-1, 2507-888-0017-000-2, 2507-888-0020-000-6, 2507-888-0020-000-6, 2507-888-0063-000-9, 2507-888-0056-000-7, 2507-888-0051-000-2, 2507-714-0024-000-8, 2507-714-0022-000-4, 2507-714-0017-000-6, 2507-714-0007-000-3, 2518-666-0045-000-9).
 

• The applicant is requesting the review and approval of a Conditional Use to operate a Dwelling Rentals at 2400 S. Ocean Drive – Golf Lodge 204, 405, 500, 602, 606 and Ocean House 1006, 1016, 1030, 3028, 3034, 3040, to offer lodging of less than six (6) months and a minimum of one (1) to guests.  The subject properties consist of condominiums.  The condo structures contain two (2) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms and traditional support rooms. Ocean Houses have one (1) designated parking spot per home along with designated guest parking.
• The properties are all 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 properties are located near the northeast corner of S. Ocean Drive and Blue Heron Blvd.; south of Coconut Drive. The site is surrounded by single family residences to the north, vacant property to the south and west, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east.

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