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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05191997 RIVER CITY OF SEBASTIAN RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, MAY 19, 1997 Chairman Collins called the meeting to order at 7:03 P.M. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: APPROVAL OF' MINUTES: ANNOUN(~EMENTS: OLD BUSINESS: Chnm. Collins Mr. Bennett Mr. Smith Ms. Corum Mr. Wild Mr. Thompson Mr, Moore Mr. Chapm Robert Massarelli, Community Development Director Tracy t-Lass, Planner II Ann Braek, Recording Secretary Nono Non~ DISCUSS PROPOSED RIVERFRONT DISTRICT URBAN CODE. Mr. Massarelli did a review of the physical location of the sub-areas within the Riverfront District and their uses. He noted borrowing liberally fi-om the City of Stuart and their Urban Code. He also noted that he is also using other infomlafion from the Stuart Code to incorporate into Architectural Standards. He stated that the purpose of the Urban Code is to maintain, enhance, or create a look or a feeling within a neighborhood. He then proceeded with his presentation and referred to copies of the proposed Urban Code for the Riverfrom, which had been provided to all members. The sub-areas within the Riverfront Distric~ are as follows: Type I - Intense Commercial Type II - Low Intensity Residential/Commercial Type III - Resort Type IV - Downtown Type V - Medium Intensity Residential/Commercial Type VI - Waterfront After explaining the uses intended in each sub-area, Mr. Massarelli noted that staff feels that this would be an effective way of preserving the character of these individual areas. V~ Chrnn. Smith asked if the proposed uses for each sub-area are less restrictive than at the present time. Mr. Massarelli responded that proposed uses are more restrictive and give more protection to current residential property owners. There yas discussion on the sub-area boundaries and if any flexibility should be considered for expanding a sub-area. Mr. Mc (1). Al', At this accor~ There V this Urt ure suggested that a section labeled "Intent" be transferred from page three (3) to page one members agreed. point, the proposed Urban Code was discussed page by page, and changes noted ~y. tpm suggested that this Riveffront Committee be included in the Administrative Section to ~xivities quarterly, or as needed. Them was discussion on this issue and Mr. Massarelli that this issue would be recommended to City Council. ,as discussion to include a tree survey in Section C.l.c., and using a "definitions" page for ,an Code. The nfl, Excepti would back, Maximl roof we of Seba the buff explair~ ct it~n for discussion was item E., apphcations for a Riverffont District Urban Code an, and whether City Council, Board of Adjusunent, or Plamm~ and Zoning Commission tear these requests. It was determined that this section would be postponed and brought ~er further consideration. an building height was discussed at k~,th, The subjects of widow's walks, donners, and lis to hide equipment were also discussed. Mr. Massarelli stressed the ~ that the people ~ have made it clear that thirty-five (35) feet is the maximum heish~ they will accept for dings in the Riveffront area. He also suggested including, m the final report, a section ng the effect of a thirty-five (35) foot hdght on the rooftrees. Harry Thomas of Balboa Street spoke of the average character of u.s. 1, and opined that the thirty-fi~e foot building height should be kept on the riverfront. , Chairm~m Collins explained the mtentior~ of this Committee to make U.S. 1 different than everywhere else as it goes through Sebastian. Mr. M busines~ will be theme, A cons( Ms. Mi tssarelli explained that the ,'Old Florida Fishing Village" theme can't be applied to ~es already established, but as new developmem and redevelopment takes place, this theme applied. He noted that site plans being brought in now are willingly cco_fo~ to this n U,S. 1 as well as other places, asus of members agreed to ~md the meeting for a half hour. :key Groepler asked about colors in this District. The Committee members explained that i determined what colors were unacceptable, but had not made the decision as to what RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 19, 1997 colors would be recommended. Thc Committee finished their discussion at the bottom of page eight (8) of the Riverfront District Urban Code. ~plrrBLIC COMMENT: None CHAIRMAN M~,,,,,,,TTERS: Chmn. Collins asked for updates on the Sidewalk issue, and some of th~ ordinances, at the next meeting. MEMBE ,RS MAT'rERS: Ms. Corum m~ntioned the issue of colors for the Riverfront District. Mr. Massarelli suggested listing the prohibited colors; listing some encouraged colors; but he is at a loss to come up with colors that are wanted. He also noted to Ms. Conun that he had received the Code of Ordinances from Veto Beach. Mr, Moore asked about having a workshop meeting to iron out the issues of colors a~d building height. STAFF MATTERS: Mr. Massarelli gave a notice of men who came to the office and offered a style of beach with advertising. The Committee members indicated ~a~ they were not interested in advertising m the Riverfront District. He also noted that he is working with Commumty Coach for kiosks in the City in various places including the Riveffront area. He suggested that architectural style could be used on these kiosks to make them blend with the "Old Florida Fishing Village" theme, Chnm. Collins adjourned the meeting at 9:40 P.M. (5/27/97 AB) City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET [] SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (407) 589-5330 [] FAX (407) 589-5570 SEBASTIAN RIV, ERFRONT COMMITTEE, MINUTES OF MEETING HELD APPROVED AT MEETING HELD THOMAS H. COLLINS, CHAIRMAN . CoRA.Pi, SECRETARY E. ANN BRACK, RECORDING SECRETARY RCMAS · WP eo"N City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET 0 SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (407) 589-5330 0 FAX (407) 589-5570 AGENDA RIVERFRONT COMMITTEE MONDAY, MAY 199 1997 7:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None 4. ANNOUNCEMENTS. 5. OLD BUSINESS: Discuss proposed Riverfront District Urban Code. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT. 7. CHA RMAN MATTERS. 8. MEMBER MATTERS. 9. STAFF MATTERS. 10.ADJOURNMENT. Next Scheduled Meetings?: Monday June 9, 1997 @ 7:00 Monday June 23, 1997 @7:00 ANY PERSON WHO DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTER WILL NEED A RECORD OF TILE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONYAND EVIDENCE UPON WHICHAPPE4L IS TO BE BEARD. SAID APPEAL MUST BE FLLED WITH TINE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE WIT1D7V TEN DAYS OF TRE DATE OF ACTION. (286.0105 FS) IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABIIJ= ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THIS MEE712VG SHOULD CONTACT ME CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT (407)-589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR TO T ZUS MEET TNG. T"1 City of Sebastian 1225 MAIN STREET ❑ SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (407) 589-5330 ❑ FAX (407) 589-5570 PUBLIC MEETING The Riverfront Committee of the City of Sebastian, Indian River County, Florida, will hold their regular meeting on Monday, May 19, 1997 at 7:00, in the City Council Chambers. Dawn M. Corapi, Secretary Riverfront Committee 2E1W NOTE: IF ANY PERSONS DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE ON THE ABOVE MATTERS, HE/SHE MAY NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND FOR SUCH PURPOSES, HE/SHE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY IN EVIDENCE ON WHICH THE APPEAL IS BASED. NOTE: IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), ANYONE WHO NEEDS A SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION FOR THIS MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR AT 589-5330 AT LEAST 48 HOURS INADVANCE OF THE MEETING.