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Home My WebLink About03152001 PZ CITY OF SEBASTIAN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING MARCH 15, 2001 Chairman Mather called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. ~ PRESENT: VC Vesia Mr. Smith Mr. Barton(a) Mr. Rauth(a) Mr. Barrett Mr. Mahoney Ms. Carbano Chmn. Mather EXCUSED ABSENCE: ALSO PRESENT: Mr. O'Donnell Tracy Hass, Growth Management Director Jan King, Growth Management Manager Rich Stringer, City Attorney Ann Brack, Recording Secretary Joe Barczyk, Councilman ANNOUNCEMENTS: Chmn. Mather welcomed Councilman Barczyk to the meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: (2/15/01) MOTION by Barrett/Carbano I'll recommend that we approve the minutes of February 15, 2001. A voice vote was taken. 7 - 0, motion carried. 0LD.BU$1NES~ None NEW BUSINESS: A. Quasi-Judicial Hearing - Site Plan Review - Wisher Controls II - Main Street - CG Zoning Randy Mosby, Mosby & Associates, 2455 14th Ave., Vero Beach, FL, Engineer representing the applicant, was present, and along with Tracy Hass was sworn in by the Chairman at 7:02 pm. There was no ex parte communications reported. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 15,2001 Randy Mosby, representing Rick Wisner, gave a presentation and offered to answer any questions. Tracy Hass gave staff presentation noting that the APA standards for parking would require eight (8) parking spaces at this site, He also addressed the landscaping required for this site. Chmn. Mather opened and closed the public hearing at 7:12 pm, as there was no public input. In summary, staff recommended approval, MOTION by Vesia/Barrett i make a motion that we approve the site plan for Wisnsr Controls at Main Street, Sebastian. Roll cell: VC Vesia - yes Mr, Barrett - yes Mr. Smith - yes Mr. Mahoney - yes Mr. Barton(a) - yes Ms. Carbano - yes Chmn. Mather - yes The vote was 7 - 0, Motion carried, B. Public Hearing - Recommendation to City Council - Comprehensive Plan Amendment- Land Use Map Change - Davis 80 Acre PUD.L.2 (County) to MDR - Medium Density Residential Randy Mosby, Mosby & Associates, was present representing the applicant and has already been sworn in. He gave a presentation mentioning annexation of this site into the City of Sebastian. He noted that this site covers items B, C, & D on the Agenda tonight. He also commented that if City Council does not annex this property into the City, all issues before the P & Z Commission tonight become null and void. Randy proceeded to explain the conceptual plan which establishes density. He noted that none of the details are defined in the conceptual plan. Tracy Hass gave staff presentation noting that the conceptual plan, land use and Zoning designation are the issues before this Commission tonight. He also indicated that an annexation study is about to be done for the City of Sebastian, and at this time, the County is in favor of all of its enclaves being annexed into the City. He also spoke of the possible extension of Fleming Street, and wetlands that are on the site. Staff recommended approval with the two conditions in the staff report plus a third condition as follows: 3. The property owner shall dedicate Fleming Street extension right-of-way during platting phase, PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 15, 2001 On a procedural note, Chron. Mather commented that Items B., C., and D,, were all discussed together, and Arty. Stringer indicated that each item should be voted upon separately. Mr, Barrett requested that a ~ be added, - namely that the existing mobile home on that property be removed prior to construction if it is 'accepted for annexation. Randy Mosby agreed that all existing structures would be removed prior to construction. There was some discussion on lot size. Mr. Mahoney commented that this project is a gmat project, but sees a problem with access to the site. Mr. Mosby responded that he can design around th~S, but has no details yet. Atty, Stringer noted that these details have not been'addressed as yet, but felt it can be worked out. Tracy Hass also addressed this issue and assured Mr. Mahoney that residents will be notified, and this issue will be worked out. Mr, Mosby again noted that at this point, the conceptual plan is all that is at issue. Details of the design will come later and be presented for approval or disapproval. Mr. Mahoney again commented that this is a good plan, but was dissatisfied that some detailed questions could not be answered. Chmn. Mather opened the public hearing at 7:50 pm, Tut Connelly of Kildare Dr. in Sebastian spoke on this project, Ray Halloran, 754 S. Fischer Circle, Sebastian spoke of his misconception of this site being a designated wetland. He also spoke of his concern for construction and pre- construction access to this site. Mr. Mosby did not have answers to these questions at this point. He repeated that this information is not required at this conceptual stage and he is not prepared to provide it. Chmn, Mather closed the public hearing at 7:59 pm, Staff summarization was to recommend approval. B. MOTION by Smith/Vesia I'll make a motion we accept the site plan review/recommendation to City Council the Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Land Use Map Change- Davis 80 Acre PUD, plus the four (4) conditions in the staff report as amended. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 1,5, 2001 Roll call: VC Vesia - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Mr. Smith - yes Mr, Mahoney - no Mr. Barton(a) - yes Ms. Carbano - yes Chmn. Mather - yes The vote was 6 - 1, motion carried, C. MOTION by Barrett/Carbano I'll make a recommendation that we recommend to City Council it be rezoned from A-I to PUD-R with the four (4) conditions previously stated. Roll call: VC Vesia - yes Mr, Barrett - yes Mr. Smith - yes Mr. Mahoney - no Mr. Barton(a) - yes Ms. Carbano - yes Chmn. Mather - yes The vote was 6 - 1, motion carried. D. MOTION by Smith/Barrett I'll make a motion that we recommend to City Council the PUD Conoeptual Development Plan - Davis 80 Acres PUD with the four (4) conditions as amended by staff. Roll call: VC Vesia - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Mr. Smith - yes Mr, Mahoney - no Mr. Barton(a) - yes Ms, Carbano - yes Chmn, Mather - yes The vote was 6 - 1, motion carried. Mr. Mosby noted that Mr, Mahoney stated that he was in favor of this project yet he voted no on all motions and he would like to know why. Mr, Mahoney responded that he didn't feel some things have been addressed, C~HAI,,R, MAN M, ATTERS,:. =None MEMBERS MATTERS: Ms. Vesia inquired about the canvas awning sitting on U.S.#1, and Tracy Hass noted that the contractor and owner responded that it will be moved by the end of the week. Ms, Vesia then inquired about the lights along the bike path along CR-512, whether we pay for them whether they are lighted or not because a lot of them are not lighted. It was noted that the City pays whether they are lighted or not. 4 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 15, 2001 She then asked about the setback for the metal building by Fischer's storage unit and it was noted that a far. de will be installed on it. She then asked about the monument sign at the old Food Town or Town Star store on CR-512 (the Bagel shop). Trcy responded that the permit has not been applied for as yet. Melissa's temporary signs were also addressed and Code Enforcement will be asked to check these. Ms. Vesia then suggested that since there is a water shortage, could a mor torium be placed on the landscaping requirement until the problem eases. She noted that Counties south of us are instituting temporary regulations on this issue. The 30-day allowance to water in our City was noted. Mr. Smith asked about the site plan expiration date of 2006 for Sembler, when there is normally a one-year maximum. Trcy responded that a complicated developer's agreement was entered into by a previous Council and this cannot be changed. There was a brief discussion on this subject. Mr. Mahoney noted that about eight loads of aggregate was dumped along the edge of the Indian River in an area behind Pelican Pub about a year ago. The person has just recently dumped about six loads of dirt in the same spot which Mr. Mahoney assumed would also be pushed into the river. He was advised to call Code Enforcement or DEP. DIRECTOR ,.M,.A. TTERS: Trcy provided information on the landscaping at the new Publix center on South U.S.#1. He noted that steps are being taken to bring it up to code. There was some discussion on this item. Tracy noted that the quality of the present trees is not adequate. ATTORNEY MATTER~; Atty. Stringer made a conjecture about Kildare Drive in reference to the Davis 80 Acre PUD to let all present realize that many traffic alternatives are being considered. There was also a brief discussion about the color of the paint used on Mel Fischer's Museum. Tracy indicated that a possibility exists that a letter may go out to all businesses in the Riverfront District informing them of the need to comply with exterior regulations. The cupola on K & H Plaza was discussed, as was the color of the new Eagles Club on Barber Street. Chmn. Mather adjourned the meeting at 8:20 pm. (3/21/01 AB)