OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FORT PIERCE CITY PLANNING BOARD HELD ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2018, IN FORT PIERCE CITY HALL, COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 NORTH US HIGHWAY 1, FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA.
- Present:
- Jovona Parker; Michael Broderick; Bob Burdge; Brian Paul; Frank Creyaufmiller, Chairman
- Absent:
- Tim O'Connell; Gloria Johnson-Scott
- Staff Present:
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- Benjamin Bryan , Interim City Attorney
- Rebecca Grohall , Planning Director
- Rebeca Guerra , Assistant Planning Director
- Vennis Gilmore , Planning Analyst
- Brandon Creagan , Planner
- Alicia Rosenthal , Executive Assistant
Ms. Johnson-Scott and Mr. O'Connell called in with reasonable excuses for not attending.
Motion was made by Michael Broderick, and seconded by Jovona Parker to approve the minutes from the November 13, 2018 meeting.
- AYE:
- Bob Burdge, Brian Paul, Jovona Parker, Michael Broderick, Chairman Frank Creyaufmiller
Passed
This item was moved to the January 8, 2019 Planning Board meeting.
Mr. Gilmore gave an overview of the application.
Nancy Rayborn, Real Estate Broker, stated she would fufill the role of the property manager. Ms. Rayborn explained the HOA regulations for rentals is twice per year and more than 60 days but the owner wants a 90 day to 6 month tenant.
Ms. Grohall stated that if the rental is longer than 6 months, it would be regular rental.
Mr. Broderick suggested the Planning department consider that the applicant provide a property management contract to the city.
No one spoke against the application.
Motion was made by Michael Broderick, and seconded by Jovona Parker to forward a recommendation to approve the request with the following conditions:
1) The maximum occupancy ensures 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.
6) Include the City of Fort Pierce Business Tax License number on all advertising.
- AYE:
- Brian Paul, Jovona Parker, Michael Broderick, Bob Burdge, Chairman Frank Creyaufmiller
Passed
Mr. Gilmore gave an overview of the application.
Mellissa Allison, Property Manager, stated she would be assiged to the rental.
No one spoke against the application.
Motion was made by Jovona Parker, and seconded by Brian Paul to forward a recommendation to approve the request with the following conditions:
1) The maximum occupancy ensures 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.
6) Include the City of Fort Pierce Business Tax License number on all advertising.
- AYE:
- Jovona Parker, Michael Broderick, Bob Burdge, Brian Paul, Chairman Frank Creyaufmiller
Passed
This item was moved to the January 8, 2019 Planning Board meeting.
Chairman Creyaufmiller expressed that he had the opportunity to visit with Mr. Wilson.
Mr. Creagan gave an overview of the application and answered questions from the Board on property violations, asphalt millings, landscape hedge, fencing and irrigation.
Gregg Boggs, Applicant Representative, explained that the millings were removed on December 11, 2018 and that a Cocoplum hedge grows 4-8 feet in height. Mr. Boggs stated the property is secured with a gate and the plan is to have temporary irrigation. Mr. Boggs said the vehicle storage is for overflow and additional car storage for the Cars Unlimited business only and no service work will be performed.
Ms. Grohall stated that the irrigation plan is required at the time of building permit.
Board discussion ensued on landscaping and screening around the entire location.
Motion was made by Bob Burdge, and seconded by Michael Broderick to forward a recommendation to the City Commission for approval of the request as presented with the following conditions
1. A lighting plan or photometric survey that demonstrates compliance with City Code 22-60 (j)(1)(a) must be submitted with the building permit.
2. Provide a 5 foot wide concrete sidewalk along South 3rd Street. This sidewalk shall extend to the limits of the property.
3. At time of Building Permit submittal, the applicant shall provide detailed drawings complete with sidewalk and driveway construction information.
4. Ensure that all outstanding Code or Building Department violations are resolved prior to the submittal of the building permit for site improvements.
5. The Cocoplum hedge extend around the total perimeter of the property.
- AYE:
- Michael Broderick, Bob Burdge, Brian Paul, Jovona Parker, Chairman Frank Creyaufmiller
Passed
Mr. Creagan gave an overview of the application.
Tom Cooper, Architect and Applicant Representative, provided background for the proposed house and stated the home location was moved back 10 - 15 feet to the west.
Steve Weaver, Adjacent Property Owner, voiced his concerns with the distance of the house from the street and the design in accordance with City of Fort Pierce code 22-58 and 22-59 and he also stated the application was incomplete.
Elissa Ghezzar, Owner, stated the home is a small footprint with a minimalist design. Ms. Ghezzar stated they were looking for a clean look and the area doesen't warrant million dollar homes.
Ms. Grohall stated the item can be tabled and once the Planning department receives and reviews the balance of the drawings, the item would go back to the Technical Review Committee and then be rescheduled for the February Planning Board meeting.
Motion was made by Bob Burdge, and seconded by Jovona Parker to table the application.
- AYE:
- Bob Burdge, Brian Paul, Jovona Parker, Michael Broderick, Chairman Frank Creyaufmiller
Passed
Ms. Guerra gave an overview of the application.
Tod Mowery, Applicant Representative from Redtail, gave a presentation on the Church and stated the original propasal was part of the Oak Alley Planned Development in 2003. Mr. Mowery stated a 7,200 square foot church site is being relocated from Savannah Ridge Elementary school. Mr. Mowery answered questions from the Board on church utilization and traffic.
Mike Menard, Architectonic, was available for questions from the Board
Pastor Tim O'Carroll explained he would like to add a youth ministry night and after school mentorship.
Motion was made by Bob Burdge, and seconded by Jovona Parker to recommend approval of the request as presented, subject to two (2) Conditions of Approval:
1. Provide a lighting plan or photometric survey that complies with City Code 22-60U)(1)(b).
2. Provide bicycle parking at a rate of 1 bicycle space per 10 motor vehicle spaces pursuant to City Code 22-60(f)(1)(a). Please follow the design, location, and size requirements of City Codes 22- 60(f) (1)(b )-(d). The required number of bicycle spaces would be 11 according to the parking spaces provided on the Site Plan.
- AYE:
- Brian Paul, Jovona Parker, Michael Broderick, Bob Burdge, Chairman Frank Creyaufmiller
Passed
Mr. Creagan gave an overview of the application and answered questions from the Board on the number of storefronts, transit availability, bike fix it station, curb cuts, dumpster enclosure, pedestrian access and deceleration lane.
David Baggett, Applicant Representative from Engineering Design and Construction, stated they had a Pre-Application meeting with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and trip generation, traffic, driveways and curb cuts were discussed. Mr. Baggett said there will be two points of entry into the shopping center. Mr. Baggett answered questions from the Board on traffic safety, deceleration lanes and a cross easement agreement.
Craig Mason, Applicant, elaborated on the Pre-Application meeting with FDOT and stated the traffic study includes all the potential uses on the site; Cumberland Farms, medical development and retail development. Mr. Mason stated they had a meeting with the Harbour Isle residents and a pedestrian walkway was added to purely serve the residents and adding another drvieway is out of their hands because it is being handled by FDOT. Mr. Mason said he would be willing to further the discussion with the residents to address their concerns.
Diane Barbaret, Harbour Isle Resident, provided the Board with a handout addressing the concerns of several Harbour Isle residents.
Rob Robertson Harbour Isle Resident, voiced his concerns on proper cleanliness of the retail center and he showed pictures of solutions for an enclosed trash receptacle.
Annette Rudd, Harbour Isle Resident, suggested that the colors and roofing of Harbour Isle Shoppes mimic Harbour Isle.
Bobby Malatesta, Harbour Isle Resident, provided a handout to the Board detailing the health and safety cncerns for the proposed Harbour Isle Shoppes.
Board discussion ensued regarding an additional meeting with the developer and residents regarding their concerns.
Pat Delvechhio, Harbour Isle Board Member, stated the Board is not actively involve with the discussion and they have not taken a position at this time.
Chairman Creyaufmiller stated he was surprised that the Harbour Isle's Associations aren't being represented at the meeting.
Ms. Grohall stated, from the beginning of this project staff encouraged the applicant to work with the Harbour Isle group and it seems the applicant fufilled the request.
Mr. Broderick asked if the Planning Department can work with the development team to address the residents concerns.
Motion was made by Bob Burdge, and seconded by Jovona Parker to forward a recommendation of approval to the City Commission with the following conditions.
1. A six (6) foot wall or opaque fence is constructed on the property line that borders the residential component of Harbour Isle. The landscaping that is currently on this property line must also stay in place.
2. A bike fix it station be included.
- AYE:
- Jovona Parker, Michael Broderick, Bob Burdge, Brian Paul, Chairman Frank Creyaufmiller
Passed
Ms. Grohall thanked the interim City Attorney, Judge. Bryan, for his steadfast guidance and she stated that a new City Attorney, Peter Sweeney, has been chosen and will be starting the beginning of January.
Mr. Bryan stated he was pleased to have the opportunity to work with the City.