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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03041999 PZ CITY OF SEBASTIAN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING MARCH 4, 1999 Chmn. Schulke called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: EXCUSED ABSENCE: ALSO PRESENT: Mr. Mathis Mr. Mahoney(a) Mr. Mather VCh. Pliska Ms. Vesia ANNOUNCEMENTS; Mr. Evely(a) Mr. Gerhold Mr. Barrett Chmn. Schulke Jan King, Growth Management Manager Richard Stringer, City Attorney Ann Brack, Recording Secretary Chmn. Schulke announced that Ms. Vesia is excused from tonight's meeting, and Mr. Evely will be voting in her place. He also welcomed a new Commission member, Mr. George Gerhold, who is taking the place of Mr. Thomas in the regular member position. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 'MOTION by Barrett/Pliska Move the approval of the minutes from last regular meeting, 2/18/99 Roll call: Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mathis - yes Mr. Mather - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes VCh. Pliska - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Chmn. Schulke - yes SEBASTIAN ZONING..& The vote.was 7- 0, Motion carded. PLANNING NEW BUSINESS: AA~ A. PUBLIC HEARINGS - Home Occupational Licenses: ~"--~;~a=~,~::~ :~;~/ ..... 1. 733 Periwinkle Drive- Jim Romig- Excavating Mr. Romig of the above address was present and was swom in at 7:03 pm, along with Jan King from staff, PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 4, 1999 There were twenty-three (23) notices of hearing sent, and there was one objection letter and no non-objection letters received. A copy of the objection letter was given to the applicant. Mr. Romig responded to the objection by noting that all of his equipment will be stored away from the city. Jan King gave staff presentation, and recommended approval, and reminded the applicant that this permit is for an address of convenience only, for mail, phone and general record keeping. Chmn. Schulke opened the public hearing at 7:08 pm. Arlene Westfhal who lives adjacent to Mr. Romig's address, inquired on how to keep the applicant conforming to the code after it has been approved. Ms. King noted that the City relies on neighbors and Code Enforcement officers for verification of compliance. Chmn. Schulke closed the public hearing at 7:10 pm. There was discussion on this issue and P & Z members asked questions of the applicant. MOTION by Mathis/Mather I make a motion that we approve the conditional use permit for a Home Occupational license for Excavating and Hauling business at 733 .Periwinkle Drive. Roll call: Mr. Mather - yes Mr. Barrett - yes VCh. Pliska - yes Chmn. Shulke - yes Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mathis - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes The vote was 7 - 0. Motion carried. 2. 617 Breakwater Terrace- Juan Duran - Lawn Maintenance Mr. Duran was present and was sworn in at 7:12 pm. There were thirty-three (33) notices of hearing sent, and we received one objection letter and no non-objection letters. A.copy of the objection letter was given to the applicant. Mr. Duran gave a brief presentation and noted that he understood all of the requirements and limitations associated with this license in a residential area. Jan King gave staff presentation and recommended approval. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 4, 1999 Mr. Duran noted that he has no equipment athis home, as itis all stored in the County. Chmn. Schulke opened and closed the publiohearing at 7:18 pm, as there was no public input. MOTION by Pliska/Gerhold I'll make a motion that we approve Home Occupational License for Sebastian Riverside Landscaping Contractors, applicant Juan Duren, Lawn Maintenance, 617 Breakwater Terrace. Roll call: VCh. Pliska - yes Chmn. Schulke - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes Mr. Mather - yes Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mathis - yes Mr. Barrett - yes The vote was 7 - 0. Motion carded. 3. 221 Mensh Avenue - Mary Morrison - House Cleaning Ms. Mary Morrison of the above address was present and was sworn in at 7:20 pm. There were thirty-four (34) notices of headng sent, and we received no objection or non- objection letters. Jan King gave staff presentation and recommended approval. Chron. Schulke opened and closed the public headng at 7:22 pm as there was no public input. MOTION by Mather/Barrett I make a motion that we approve Mary Mordson, 221 Mensh Avenue, for aHome Occupational license for residential cleaning service. Roll call: The vote was Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mathis - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes Mr. Mather - yes Mr. Barrett - yes VCh. Pliska - yes Chmn. Schulke - yes 7 _ 0. Motion carded. 4. 541 Perch Lane - Maria H. Rios - Constr, Cleaning/Landscaping Mada Rios, 541 Perch Lane, Sebastian, was present and was swom in by the Chairman at 7:24 pm. Mr. Robert Humeston, 561 Quarry Lane, Sebastian was also sworn in at this time. .PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 4, 1999 There were thirty-eight (38) notices of hearing sent, and there was one objection and no non-objection letters received. A copy of the objection letter was given to the aPPlicant. The letter of objection was discussed. Jan King gave staff presentation, noted that the applicant will keep her cleaning supplies in her utility room, and indicated that her personal lawn mower is being used in the business, but will be kept in the storage shed, with P & Z approval. Chmn. Schulke opened the public hearing at 7:30 pm. Bob Humeston, 561 Quarry Lane, was present and inquired about future acquisition', of larger equipment and possibly adding employees. Ms. Rios responded that if her business increases, she would rent a storage unit for the equipment. Jan King read from the Code and explained what is required for utility trailers, etc: in reference to a Home Occupational License, so that all parties would know what is required. She also noted that no employees are allowed to come to :.the .home for business, and the home is used only for mail, record keeping, and telephone; Mr. Humeston pointed out that Ms. Rios is not permitted to keep cleaning .items in the storage shed, but she would be permitted to have a fourteen foot (14') utility :trailer on the property. He then noted that after receiving the information provided at this: meeting, he has no objection. Chmn. Schulke closed the public hearing at 7:35 pm. There was consensus of the Commission members that the personal lawn mower of Ms. Rios may be stored in the storage shed. MOTION by Pliska/Mather I'll make a motion that we approve.the Home Occupational Ucense for Maria Helena Rios, at 541 Perch Lane, for Helen's House Cleaning .and Landscaping. Roll call: Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mather - Yes Mr. Gerhold - yes VCh. Pliska - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Chmn. Schulke - yes-- Mr. Mathis - yes The vote was 7 - 0. Motion carded. 4 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 4, 1999 B. Public Hearing - Model Home Permit - Passage island Homes - Collier Club - 779 Collier Club Drive Mr. Brian Adams, 7410 30t~ Ct., Vero Beach, was present representing the.applicant, and was sworn in by the Chairman at 7:38 pm. There were six notices of headng sent, and no objection or non-objection letters were received. Mr. Adams gave a brief presentation on the model home in the Collier Club PUD. Jan King gave staff presentation and recommended approval. Chmn. Schulke opened and dosed the public hearing at 7:40 pm, as there was no public input. MOTION by Mather/Barrett I make a motion that we approve the Passage Island home for Model Home on Collier Club Drive. Roll call: Mr. Mathis - yes Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mather - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes VCh. Pliska - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Chmn. Schulke - yes The vote was 7 - 0. Motion carded. Accessory Structure Review - Section 20A.$.7.D.7 - 1. 90 Joy Haven Drive - 24' x 24' detached garage - Ken Burgess Mr. Ken Burgess of the above address was present and gave a brief presentation and noted.his intention to use this accessory structure for a hobby woodworking 'shoP; and to store an old truck that he plans to restore. Jan King gave staff presentation. It was established that Mr. Burgess obtained a unity of title for this lot, and the measurements meet all code requirements. There was discussion on the color, and Mr. Burgess suggested that it might be better to finish it in an earthtone shade since it is shielded with so many trees and growth. He indicated he could either match his house, or use an earthtone, whichever the Board desires. VChmn. Pliska recommended that whichever color is decided, that a condition be included that the building must be painted within sixty (60) days from completion. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 4, 1999 MOTION by Mather/Barrett I make a motion that we approve the accessory structure for Kenneth & Elizabeth Burgess on 90 Joy Haven Drive. Discussion: Mr. Pliska made an amendment: I'd like to have the condition that the color of the building be done and completed within sixty (60) days after final inspection. "So moved" by Mr. Mather and seconded by Mr. Barrett. Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mathis - yes Mr. Mather - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes VCh. Pliska - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Chmn. Schulke - yes The vote was 7 - 0. Motion carded. 2. 101 Aldea Drive - 40' x 30' storage shed - Jeff & Michelle West Jeffrey West, 101 Aldea Ddve, Sebastian, was present and gave a brief presentation about the use of this structure for hunting equipment, different machinery, etc, He wants to get everything out of his garage and into this accassory structure. He noted that he has unity of title and release of easement. Jan King gave staff presentation, noted that the height is within an inch of the height.'of the main house structure. Mr. West commented that the matedal used .on.this storage building requires a six, (6) month weathering pedod and then may be sprayed with a self-etching ~prirner.so the paint will adhere. Ms. King noted that the ten (10) foot door is included in this P & Z review. Mr. West commented that there is a one hundred (100) foot buffer behind the location of this structure, and behind that is the Wabasso Cemetery. The issue of the number of trees was discussed. VCh. Pliska suggested that the applicant might want to dress up the front of the building with some vegetation, even though it is not required. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 4, 1999 MOTION by Mather/Mathis I make a motion that we approve: Jeff and Michette West, at 101 Aldea:Drive for accessory structure. MOTION TO AMEND by Pliska/Barrett I would like to make an amendment to that motion, that, since the technical for painting the building, the building has to be up for at least six (6) months, so I'll make an amendment' that, by the end of the seventh '(7th) month after final inspection, that that building be completely be painted, Roll call on amendment:. VCh. Pliska - yes Chron. Schulke - no Mr. Gerhold - yes Mr. Mather - yes Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mathis - yes Mr. Barrett - yes The vote'was 6 - 1. Motion to amend carried. Roll call on .the motion: Mr. Mather - yes Mr. Barrett -'yes VCh. Pliska - yes Chmn. Schulke - no Mr. Evely(a) -yes Mr. Mathis -yes' Mr. Gerhold - yes The vote was 6 - 1. Motion carded, MERIt[IERS MATTERS: There was.discussion and the suggestion was made to have a public heedng and make it a conditional use for an accessory structure over a certain size, as well as ,. requiring landscaping. Reviewing the maximum size of an accessory structure, was .also discussed, There was also discussion about the new Land Development Code and new. changes that seem to be needed. Atty. Stringer gave information on the status of'the LDC. He noted that this P & Z Commission sits as the'Local Planning Agency, and as such, would be involved in discussions of changes to the LDC. It was suggested that any suggestions that P & Z Commission members have relating to the discussion on the above mentioned accessory structure review be submitted to staff to be assembled and put on the agenda for full discussion and consideratiOn. Chmn. Schulke asked staff to review the code covering the buffer requirement to the rear of the recently approved Fischer Self-Storage units on U.S. 1. He mentioned a change that City Council made to that code which removed the requirement to bufferthe rear of such a structure when it abutted a railroad track. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 4, .1999 ATTORNEY MATTERS: Atty. Stringer gave information on a system for moving P & Z decisions or suggestions to City Council via the Growth Management Director, He.also noted that the ~warrant study at the .Barber Street Sports Complex and Fire Station, suggested by this Board, was presented to City. Council, and the study will be done. He then spoke of "Quasi-judicial Procedures", and reviewed the process. He noted-that this is the process that was followed at tonight's meeting. He requested that parties, that will testify in each case be sworn in as the case comes before the Commission. The strict time limits ware removed from the process, but Atty. Stringer commented that .if an unusually large number of people want to testify, a motion may be made for time. limits to be imposed for that instance, He also advised that each person to testify .should state his/her name and address for the record before being sworn in. There was further discussion on the above mentioned warrant study at Barber Street. The "Green Book" was referred to which stipulates volume criteria for such traffic signals. Chmn. Schulke adjourned the meeting at 8:48 pm. AB)