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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04011999 PZ CITY OF SEBASTIAN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING APRIL 1, 1999 (This meeting is being voice broadcast over Falcon Cable Channel 35.) Vice Chairman Pliska called the meeting to order at 7:01 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. ~ PRESENT: EXCUSED ABSENCE: ALSO PRESENT: Mr. Mahoney(a) VCh. Pliska Ms. Vesia Mr. Evely(a) Mr. Gerhold Mr. Barrett Mr. Mathis, Chmn. Schulke, and Mr. Mather Tracy Hass, Growth Management Director Jan King, Growth Management. Manager Rich Stringer, City Attorney Ann Breck, Recording Secretary ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mr. Evely(a) and Mr. Mahoney(a) will be voting in place of the excused members. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Barrett noted a discrepancy in the roll call of the previous meeting and the secretary will correct it. MOTION by Vesia/Barrett I make a motiOn that we approve the minutes of the regular meeting of March 18, 1999, as corrected. A voice vote was taken. 6 - 0 motion carded. NEW BUSINE$~$; A. PUBLIC HEARINGS - Home Occupational 1. 950 Fulton Way - Angel & Rebecca Ramirez - Citrus Hauling Ms. Rebecca Ramirez, 950 Fulton Way, Sebastian, was present, and along with Jan King, was sworn in by VChmn. Pliska at 7:05 pm. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES Of REGULAR MEETING OF'APRIL 1, 1999 Ms. Ramirez commented that she intends to use this residence for phone calls and storing records only. There were twenty-eight (28) notices of headng sent, and we received one (1) non- objection letter and no objection letters. Jan King gave staff presentation, noted that the applicants are aware that employees may not come to their home in any business related matter, and have agreed to store their work truck at a facility in Fallsmere. VChmn. Pliska opened and closed the public hearing at 7:08 pm. MOTION by Vesia/Gerhold I. make a motion that we approve the Home Occupational license for A. B. C. Enterprises, Angel and Rebecca Ramirez, 950 Fulton Way. Roll call: VChmn. Pliska - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Ms. Vesia - yes Mr. Mahoney(a) - yes Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes The vote was 6 - 0. Motion carried. 2. 101 Englar Drive - Herbert Giaechina - Gun Cleaning & Repairs Mr. Giacchina, 101 Englar Drive, was present and was swom in by VChmn. Pliska at 7:15 pm. There were twenty-two notices of hearing sent, and we received one (1) non-objection and no objection letters. Mr. Giacchina gave a presentation on his business and noted that them will not be any gun sales. His main priority is to have a web site to accommodate approximately 23,000 members of an association called uCowboy Shooters', to be able to check with. dealers and distributors for best prices. Jan.King gave staff presentation, noting that the web page is for informational purposes only, and does not present a problem. She noted that Linda Galley in the Clerk's Office has spoken with The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms about this issue and that office indicated that the applicant could pick up'firearms from customers, take them back to his home for repair, and deliver them back to the owners. The applicant', agreed with this finding, and staff 'recommended approval with these conditions. VChmn. Pliska opened the public hearing at 7:15 pm. Ms. Gloria Dusault, 107 Englar Ddve, Sebastian, was present and made inquiry about any customers coming to the applicants home, and also whether or not this address would be used in advertising. The applicant indicated that no customers will come to his PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 1, 1999 home and no advertising will be done. Ms. Duseult was satisfied with these answers. VChmn. Pliska dosed the public headng at 7:17 pm. Mr. Mahoney referred to page 407, number 12, of the Land Development Code book, and there was discussion of this use. Atty. Stringer, after reading this section, commented that in his opinion, the description in the Code book probably only referred to furniture or building repair or refinishing. Also discussed was the term "personal services", and it was determined that "personal services" is not usually defined to include gun repair. VChmn. Pliska mentioned notifying the Police Department, and the applicant responded that he has already notified them, as it is part of the requirements of the BUreau. of' ATF. MOTION by Vesia/Gerhold I make a motion we approve the. Home Occupational License for Herbert Giacchina, doing business as Herbs'Gun Repair, 101 Englar Ddve, Sebastian. Roll call: VCh. Pliska - yes Mr. Mahoney(a) - yes Ms. Vesia - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes Mr. Evely(a) - yes The vote was 6 - 0. Motion carried. B. Accessory Structure Review: 1. 393 Main Street - 35 X 16' Pool Room (This application was withdrawn as changes are' needed in the design.) 2. 182 Royal Palm Stm~ - 12 X 20' Carport - Walter & Marie Shields Mr. Walter Shields, 182 Royal Palm Street, Sebastian, was present and gave a brief presentation. He noted that he has unity of title for the adjacent lot. Jan King gave staff presentation and recommended approval. In response to a question from Mr. Mahoney, Mr. Shields explained the.manner in which he will anchor this structure to handle 100 MPH winds. MOTION by Barrett/Vesia I make a motion we approve Mr. Shields for his carport at 182 Royal Palm, Roll call: Mr. Evely(a) - yes Mr. Mahoney(a) - yes Mr. Gerhold - yes VCh. Pliska - yes Mr. Barrett - yes Ms. Vesia - yes PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 1, 1999 The vote was 6 - 0. Motion carried. MEMBERS MATTERS: Discussion - Accessory Structures VChmn. Pliska noted that accessory structures are posing a problem and the issue of size needs to be re-evaluated. Mr. Barrett suggested several changes in wording of the LDC. He also spoke., of "compatibility" with the main structure. VChmn. Pliska offered suggestions for determining a maximum size for accessory buildings. He also asked for input from Atty. Stringer about legalities. Atty. Stringer commented that, at be present, this P & Z Commission seems to 'have a lot of discretion in determining what is or isn't Compatible or in harmony. He'suggested that the code should probably contain some criteria on a maximu.m, s~, ~, contingent on the area available. He also Commented that the present 75% rule could probably be reduced. VChmn. Pliska noted that at present, a homeowner could put multiple accessory buildings on asingle lot as long as the total square footage stayed within the ~75%' rule. He also spoke on "compatibility" and "in harmony", referring to aluminum and vinyl siding. There was further discussion. The issue of 'building" versus "structure" was discussed. Mr, Barrett. suggested having a workshop to discuss this issue. There was discussion as to when a workshop meeting could be held. It was..determined that it should be as soon as possible. Mr. Hass requested that each Commission member make written comments and drop them off at the Growth Management Department pdor to the workshop; He also noted that he needs to have approximately two weeks to prepare for this workshop, It was agreed that staff would coordinate the .workshop with the Council schedule and Commission members schedules. DIRECTOR MATTERS: Sebastian Lakes- Wlnn Dixie Landscaping/Fence Mr. Hass gave an update on the landscaping at this site on CR 512. There was general discussion on this site, including a maintenance plan, and replacement of plants to the required opaque standing as stated in the Code. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 1, 1999 VChmn. Pliska recommended that the staff make an agreement with the owner of the Winn-Dixie site, that the amount and size of required shrubbery be agreed upon and planted, and then would be approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission, Mr. Barrett suggested proper maintenance should be stressed at the time of planting to prevent futura problems. VChmn, Pliska also suggested that the owner be given one year for all of the shrubbery to grow to required coverage, or he will have to reinstall the fence'. He noted that this may help to enforce the maintenance aspect. A consensus of the Board members was in agreement with the above mentioned suggestions. VChmn. Pliska adjourned the meeting at 8:16 pm.