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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-30-2020 PZ AgendaCMOF SEBASITPLAN HOME OF PELICAN ISLAND 1225 MAIN STREET m SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958 TELEPHONE (772) 589-5518 ■ www.cityofsebastion.org AGENDA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION THURSDAY, JULY 30, 2020 — 6:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA ALL AGENDA ITEMS MAYBE INSPECTED IN THE OFFICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA or r.chofsebasr, 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND/OR AGENDA MODIFICATIONS Modifications and additions require unanimous vote of members. Deletions do not apply. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular meetings of June 18, 2020 & July 16, 2020 6. QUASI-JUDICIAL and PUBLIC HEARINGS None 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None 8. PUBLIC INPUT Public Input on items other than on the printed agenda, is five minutes, however, it can be extended or terminated by a majority vote of members present 9. NEW BUSINESS A. Review of Proposed 2040 Comprehensive Plan Elements — Goals, Objectives, and Policies & Updated Data and Inventory Analysis: - 1. Land Use Element - 2. Transportation & Mobility Element - 3. Housing Element a. Power Point Presentation by Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc b. Discussion facilitated by Consultant and Staff c. Public Input d. Next Steps 10. COMMISSIONERS MATTERS 11. CITY ATTORNEY MATTERS 12. STAFF MATTERS 13. ADJOURN DUE TO HEALTH CONCERNS REGARDING CORONAVIRUS, ALTERNATIVE METHODS WILL BE IN PLACE FOR THE PUBLIC TO PROVIDE INPUT REGARDING THIS MEETING. INTERESTED PARTIES MAY CONTACT THE CITY AT 772- 388-8226 OR E-MAIL QUESTIONS AT COSTVPCOSTV.CITYOFSEBASTIAN.ORG OR MAY VISIT THE CITY'S WEBSITE AT http://www.citvofsebastian.orgjpublic-input-methods. However, the public is advised to check the City website for up-to-date information on any changes to the manner in which the meeting will be held and the location. 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All government meetings in City Council Chambers will be broadcast live on COS -TV Comcast Channel 25 and ATT UVerse Channel 99 and streamed via the city website — www.cilvolsebastiar . unless otherwise noticed and rebroadcast at a later date — see COS -TV Channel 25 for broadcast schedule 2 E 3 CITY OF SEBASTIAN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES JUNE 18, 2020 Call to Order -- Acting Chairman Roth called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. Present: Mr. Roth Mr. Christino (a) Mr. Simmons Mr. Qizilbash Ms. Kautenburg (a) Mr. Hughan Mr. Carter Mr. Alvarez Not Present: Mr. Reyes -- Excused Also Present: Ms. Dorri Bosworth, Planning Manager Lisa Frazier, Community Development Director Mr. Mike Vaudo, Kimley Horne Mr. Manny Anon, City Attorney Present Via Zoom Technoloav: Ms. Janet Graham, Technical Writer Ms. Mara Schiff, Indian River County School Board liaison, was not present. 4. Announcements and/or Agenda Modifications ad IC _C 0ca _ ~ a �. G O caV �� co o o� c ch N -2' ¢ Acting Chairman Roth announced that all of the commissioners may not be seen on camera tonight because of the coronavirus seating requirements and keeping the six-foot spacing. There are three Commission members sitting in front of those on the dais. This evening Mr. Reyes is excused. Voting in his place will be Mr. Christino. Present via Zoom is Technical Writer, Janet Graham. 5. ADDroval of Minutes -- June 4. 2020 Mr. Roth asked if any of the commissioners had any changes or comments on the Minutes of the Meeting of June 4, 2020. Hearing none, Mr. Roth called for a motion to approve the Minutes of June 4, 2020 as presented. A Motion to accept the Minutes of the meeting of June 4, 2020 as presented, was made by Mr. Carter, seconded by Mr. Hughan, and approved unanimously via voice vote. 6. Quasi -Judicial and Public Hearings -- None PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 2 MINUTES OF MEETING OF JUNE 18, 2020 7. Unfinished Business -- None 8. Public Input Mr. Roth called for public input, either in person or via Zoom. Dr. Graham Cox, 1213 George Street, Sebastian. He stated he has several comments on the Comprehensive Plan. He asked if he could make those comments during the discussion of the Comprehensive Plan elements. Mr. Roth said he would be able to do that. 9. New Business A. Public Input Review of Proposed 2040 Comprehensive Plan Elements -- Goals, Objectives, and Policies and Updated Data and Inventory Analysis 1. Introduction -- Ms. Frazier made an introduction regarding the Comprehensive Plan and what is to be discussed this evening. She introduced Mr. Mike Vaudo of Kimley- Horn. He has been working in conjunction with staff for many months on this Plan. He will give a presentation on each element on this evening's agenda. He will stop after each element for the commission members as well as for the public to have discussion and to give input. A. Power Point Presentation by Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. B. Discussion Facilitated by Consultant and Staff C. Next Steps Mr. Vaudo gave some background on the Comprehensive Plan process. The City's existing Plans from 2009 went through some updates through the EAR process. The goal is to update this Plan by September 2020. He explained that a comprehensive plan is a set of policies that is the City's guiding vision through 2040. It is expressed in goals, objectives and policies. Those goals, objectives and policies are supported by the data, inventory and analysis in the back of each element. A comprehensive plan is not the land development regulations. To be clear, the goals, objectives and policies in a comprehensive plan are not the setback requirements, height limits, etc. Once this process is completed, the City will then go on to updating the land development regulations. Based on the agenda, this meeting tonight is to discuss the introduction to the Plan, the Infrastructure Element, the Governance and Implementation Element, and the Public Schools Element. He described the general process that was used in updating the Plan as is listed in the Introduction. Mr. Roth called for questions/comments by the commissioners as well as members of the public regarding the Introduction. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 3 MINUTES OF MEETING OF JUNE 18, 2020 Dr. Cox commented on the Public Engagement Process section of the Introduction. He reviewed that at the meeting of this Commission on June 4th, members of the public showed attended, but he suggested staff do a more thorough job in getting people to comment on this Plan. He suggested a 60-minute video to run on the public information TV channel explaining the elements. Ms. Frazier stated that anyone from the public can send to her department comments regarding the proposed Plan. That can be done at any time during this process, not just tonight. She also asked Dr. Cox to send her department an email with his comments, as his audio was not completely clear over Zoom. There being no further public input, Mr. Roth moved on to the next item on the agenda. 4. Infrastructure Element -- Mr. Vaudo described what this element entails: meeting needs for potable water, wastewater, solid waste, and stormwater drainage. It establishes the level -of -service standards for these services and ensuring that capacity is available to support new development. Wastewater and solid waste capacity are determined by Indian River County Utilities. The data inventory analysis was updated using the best available city and county data. Things like the City's existing stormwater master plan was looked at as well as existing and proposed septic -to -sewer conversion programs. Goals, objectives and policies are proposed that support the implementation of those things. He described some proposed changes that are contained in the Goals, Objectives, and Policies. His group looked at how they could streamline the plan to make it more user friendly. He stated it was very important in discussions with the City to implement and reference the City's Coastal Resiliency Plan and to add references to that Plan into this element, especially as it relates to the adaptive capacity of the City to maintain critical infrastructure in the case of sea level rise, flooding scenarios, etc. The City showing its intention to prepare for natural disasters and emergencies is also laid out, which includes dealing with pandemics and epidemics as well. Also incorporated in this element is supporting the affordability of high-speed internet, which is an important factor in livability. This draft policy is supporting septic -to -sewer conversion within the City and supporting existing and proposed plans to do so. There is also a policy supporting the City's forthcoming update to the stormwater master plan. He then called for discussion from the commissioners. Mr. Qizilbash inquired about the design criteria for this level of service and who is in charge of that, and who will decide the scale of the service. Mr. Vaudo replied that in relation to potable water, wastewater, and solid waste, the City is maintaining the County level of service for those particular services. Mr. Qizilbash also voiced concern regarding annexation of properties --who is in charge of deciding what is suitable for that area if the facilities are not available and the capacity is less, and the population growth is more. Ms. Frazier replied that when a development comes in, the developer/engineer will have to prove to the City that it can meet the level of service, and the capacity is available. They then get a capacity certificate from Indian River County stating that they have now PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 4 MINUTES OF MEETING OF JUNE 18, 2020 reserved so much for their development. If a developer puts its reservation in with the County and pays for it, now it is set aside for that development. The County is to look at the land use for that particular area and determine capacity when they are doing future growth of a plant, future expansions of a plant or make some other modifications. Mr. Christino commented that last year during the annexation hearing there was a difference of opinion with the County regarding the plans for the density of that project where they clearly stated that the capacity did not exceed the limit. That needs to be coordinated ahead of time before it is decided on how many units can be set within the City and make sure that we coordinate that properly. Ms. Frazier stated that the County did not say they did not have capacity; they have available capacity. However, they do not want to allocate it for changes in land use because they have already done their build - out analysis based on existing land use, and they want to allocate it for some other developments, not new ones. The capacity is available. Mr. Christino stated the capacity would exist, but it was unfair for that one project to eat up that large a percentage of the available capacity for the entire county. Mr. Roth stated that that is a concern that he has had also, that once you're in, you have it. But clearly he doesn't believe that to be the case. The capacity appeared to be there, but by different accounts it was not. He does not believe that is fair. That is why he brought up the question about meeting with the different groups and trying to make sure that there is a fair and equitable resolution, and it's not someone there with their thumb on the scale tipping it one way when they should not be doing that. Ms. Kautenburg states she has concerns about solid waste. In reading the draft, she notes that the objectives are clear. She would presume that obtaining those objectives is related to things that the City Council would put into place. Her concerns are about solid waste regarding removal being voluntary in the City. She states she has seen issues where the dumping of solid waste takes place on any available vacant lot --and that is not a recent problem --that has been a problem over many years. She is of the opinion that the City should step forward and say $35.00 a quarter is reasonable for anyone. She believes that if waste were picked up at every home, there would be a whole lot less dumping. She also has a concern about the handling of hazardous waste and storage at transfer facilities. She questions if that responsibility could be directed toward the entities that sell those hazardous waste items. A small fee is paid by the user for the proper disposal of those items. Her question is whether that problem reverts to the City Council to take care of those issues. Ms. Frazier stated her understanding of Ms. Kautenburg's question is that the City should beef up some of the City's policies regarding disposals -- illegal disposals and hazardous waste disposals --and the policy could state that: "We shall explore the need to insure the proper disposal either of illegal dumping or hazardous materials by incurring a fee." After the Comprehensive Plan is done, staff takes it and comes up with a policy and a resolution that says the City should assess fines PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 5 MINUTES OF MEETING OF JUNE 18, 2020 for this. Then it goes to City Council. Ms. Kautenburg stated she gets concerned about having lofty objectives without having specific paths to reach them. Mr. Christino agreed with Ms. Kautenburg's concerns. He believes that the cost of recycling/garbage pickup here is extraordinarily low. He thinks it should be part of the future plan with development ahead on the horizon and existing problems that he sees. He believes it should be in the new Comp Plan that the City is going to require homes in the City to contract with Waste Management. That includes everything --yard pick-up, bulk pickup, recycling, etc. Mr. Carter's concern is on septic -to -sewer conversion. He considers it to be one of the most important issues over the next decade and further. He suggested something more robust in the City's Comprehensive Plan to address that issue. Not all the areas of Sebastian are addressed in this proposed Comprehensive Plan. He thinks that is something that needs to be considered sooner rather than later. This is affecting the quality of water in the river and the public's overall health. Ms. Frazier understood him to believe an additional policy should be included talking about the areas that currently do not have sewer available and saying that the City shall pursue other avenues. Mr. Carter stated that is his belief. Mr. Roth seconded that idea. That is a major concern that he has had all along. He feels this should be recommended to Council. People need to connect to the sewage, and the City needs to come up with a way to do it. He inquired if there is a map of the existing sewer lines in the City. Ms. Frazier stated yes, there is. Mr. Roth addressed the subject of solid waste level of service. He asked if the numbers in the proposed Plan were taken from recent data. Mr. Vaudo stated that that data was provided by Waste Management as of a month or so ago. So their capacity could be expanded. Ms. Kautenburg asked if the Super Fund is still available. Ms. Frazier stated she is not sure, as those were federal dollars for cleanup. Ms. Frazier stated there was a study for the County regarding ranking of areas within the County where they rate the different hot spots in the County that were contributing more pollutants than other areas based on septic. Putting sewer into these areas is incredibly expensive. Until the City comes up with some other alternatives, it will be very difficult to put everyone on sewer. She also reiterated that new developments within the City have to connect to the sewer line if they are within 500 feet of the sewer line. Mr. Christino stated that the approximate 2,000 lots in the City have been platted for many years. They fall below the 2012 flood elevation maps. So the practice is to bring in several truckloads of fill. However, in the neighborhoods that utilize swales to remove stormwater, there is a steep grade to a lot of these lots. These neighbors fertilize, and these septic systems, if they are failing, accelerate the flow of the wastewater into these culverts. Perhaps there is a way to engineer the lots so that they level off more gradually PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 6 MINUTES OF MEETING OF JUNE 18, 2020 than a steep drop, which allows waste or fertilizers to be absorbed into the soil instead of getting into the wastewater stream. Mr. Hughan stated his concern is not only the Indian River, but, as the water table rises, that puts the septic tanks and the drain fields probably in the first layer of the aquafer. He knows it will be an astronomical figure to get rid of the septic tanks. The septic -to -sewer problem is his biggest concern. Dr. Cox weighed in via Zoom. He has several points that he will send in an email tomorrow rather than prolong the meeting tonight. (SEE ATTACHED) 7. Governance & Implementation Element -- Mr. Vaudo explained that this element covers intergovernmental coordination and also addresses the City undertaking capital improvements as well. In the current Plan, this was actually two separate elements: The Intergovernmental element and the Capital Improvement element. In collaboration with City staff the nomenclature was changed a little bit. It also combined these two into one element. There is also a policy in this Plan that is supportive of the County's efforts in developing in the local service boundary agreement between the County and the municipalities in the County. Ms. Frazier emphasized the streamlining of the document so as not to have redundancy. Mr. Roth then called for discussion. Ms. Kautenburg addressed the subject of funding. She read the section regarding special assessments being levied against residents, agencies or districts that directly benefit from the service or facility. She used the example of sidewalks. Currently, the whole community pays for a sidewalk wherever it is, even if it is not in everyone's neighborhood. In her view, a special assessment would be levied against the property that receives the benefit. She questioned whether that item is new or is that something that has not been done. Ms. Frazier stated she will look into that. Mr. Christino agreed with Ms. Kautenburg. Mr. Roth suggested holding this subject in abeyance until there is clarification. Ms. Frazier suggested that when the Mobility element is addressed, perhaps the sidewalk issue can be added in that element. Mr. Christino addressed the roadways in the City. He states the roads are very narrow. He asked if there are any plans to widen the roadways. Ms. Frazier stated the standard for roadways in the City is 22 feet for two-way streets/roads. Mr. Christino feels the widening of the roads is a subject that needs to be addressed. Ms. Frazier stated that could be in the Transportation element, and widening roadways will be looked at, with consideration being given to bike lanes in new developments. Mr. Roth called attention to Section 7-1.3.4 of the draft Plan where it mentions automobile occupancy rates. He wonders if the wording should include vehicles other than automobiles. Mr. Vaudo stated that will be looked at. Mr. Roth also questioned Section 7-1.6.2 which he read. Ms. Frazier stated that what is described in that section is being PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 7 MINUTES OF MEETING OF JUNE 18, 2020 done continuously. He also called attention to Section 7-1.8. He hopes that it is carried out. Ms. Frazier reviewed Objective 7-1.2, which is the Land Use Intergovernmental Coordination. It was in the old document, but it never came to fruition. She wants to make sure it is still included in the document, which delineates the future of the County in cooperation with all of the municipalities. Mr. Roth and Mr. Christino think it is important that it be included. 8. Public School Facilities Element -- Mr. Vaudo described what this element entails. This reflects the five-year facilities work plan. This element is almost entirely derived from information provided by the School District. This element is no longer a requirement per State statute, but the City has chosen to move forward in showing that interest in further coordination with the School District. The information has been updated, and this information is consistent with the interlocal agreement that was adopted in 2008 as far as school facilities. There are no major changes in this from the existing version of this element in the current Plan. He then called for discussion. Mr. Roth suggested that the acronyms be defined in an index or glossary. Mr. Vaudo stated that, once they are close to a final draft, they will be creating a definition system that will list acronyms and definitions of common terms that are listed. He referred to "co - location and community focal point." He asked for the meaning of this phrase. Mr. Vaudo explained this describes the City working with the School District to locate other community amenities adjacent to or with the school, with the intent of making the school a focal point of the neighborhood. Mr. Roth also asked if the State funds charter schools. Ms. Frazier stated there is money that is allotted by the State and Federal Government. Mr. Anon stated that charter schools are created by the state, and they do fund them. Mr. Simmons stated it appears there was not a lot of coordination between the population projection and the number of students. Mr. Vaudo stated that data came from the School District. He will follow up on that. Mr. Christino shared Mr. Simmons' concerns regarding the projection of number of students. Mr. Qizilbash addressed the burden to the school system because of new development. He wondered how that will be handled. Ms. Bosworth reviewed the process for when a new development comes in. There is a formula that is used for each single-family home that comes in. She reviewed those numbers in order to get a projection on how many students will come from that development. If there is not enough capacity, the developer will have to pay for it. 3. Next Steps PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 8 MINUTES OF MEETING OF JUNE 18, 2020 Mr. Roth inquired about the process going forward. Ms. Frazier stated that all the input from this meeting will be taken into consideration. She asked that any members of the public who have suggestions or comments send them to her department, and they will be taken into consideration. All eight elements will come back to this Commission in the final form in October. At that time, this Commission will vote to approve the final draft. Ms. Frazier stated the Commissioners will have the final draft two weeks before the meeting during which they will vote on approval so that they have adequate time to study the draft. X. Commissioners Matters Mr. Christino stated it would be prudent to involve the public in the Public Schools element, perhaps a workshop, before September. Regarding the letter from DEO, it states that the Department reminds the City that all citizens who commented on the amendment need to be notified of the extension. Ms. Frazier stated that is correct, and those notices have been sent out. Mr. Roth agreed with Mr. Christino. Ms. Kautenburg complimented the staff on all the work they have done on this project. Mr. Alvarez concurred. Mr. Roth also concurred. Mr. Carter had a citizen make a comment about Riverview Park, stating that the screws on the bridge are popping out and present a hazard. Ms. Frazier stated she would refer that to Leisure Services. XI. Citv Attornev Matters -- None XII. Staff Matters Ms. Frazier expressed her appreciation for all the time and effort that is required for the Commissioners to see this project through. XIII. Adjourn Mr. Roth called for any further business. Hearing none, he adjourned the meeting at 7:41 p.m. Jg Graham Cox provided comments via email on June 22, 2020 following the meeting. The following is a summary of Mr. Cox's prominent points. 1. Public input: We have to do a much better job of getting information to the city residents. He supplied a list of alternatives for consideration. He suggests compiling feedback information and saving. Staff does this with all comments in the file and part of the document. 2. Infrastructure: There is an alphabet soup of acronyms. They need to be listed up front. Need to include a serious discussion of the repair to the canal system, consider the canals and ponds as a city assets that are part of the green infrastructure and can increase property values for many residents if not all. He suggested that stormwater and utility staff assist in writing this section, which was completed. 3. Septic systems and sewers: The city must give much more attention to getting houses and commercial businesses hooked into main sewer lines. 4. Budget figures: Mr. Cox suggested being careful on stating cost projections. 5. Solid Waste: We have to step up recycling. 6. Coordination with other agencies: The long list of other state and local agencies and the many fees and taxes is staggering. In my opinion Sebastian residents do not pay nearly enough in various property taxes and our city roads, sidewalks, schools etc. all suffer from being short changed. 7. Schools: Decisions on schools are made at the county level but the city can do much to improve their functioning and their benefits to the community. They are a neighborhood asset, community attractions. Schools are focal points and as such we should be directing sidewalk improvements and wi-fi access to the schools and their students. Things are not walkable, not environmentally sound, not sustainable with respect to sidewalks and transporting students. 8. In the infrastructure section we need a much improved discussion of providing city-wide broadband free wi-fi access. The city should be wi-fi free so that all kids and families have computer access. This is one small way to improve student equality. 9. Green infrastructure: I am sure we will get to this with the sessions on parks, recreation, open space and coastal conservation, but it is important to include a green infrastructure section in the discussion on roads, sewers etc. This is all part of the discussion of a sustainable livable city. CITY OF SEBASTIAN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 16, 2020 1. Call to Order -- Chairman Reyes called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. Pledae of Allegiance was recited by all. 3. Roll Call f� Present: Mr. Simmons Mr. Reyes C Ms. Kautenburg (a) Mr. Christino (a) . .O ` to Mr. Carter Mr. Qizilbash .� t] a: ctl E OL E Not Present: Mr. Roth -- Excused Q� E s Mr. Hughan -- Excused Q �.... co Mr. Alvarez -- Excused ((I () c cm Also Present: Ms. Dorri Bosworth, Planning Manager C CO 3 gm © CU �a Mr. Robert Loring, Planner -0 o o Mr. Manny Anon, City Attorney Q 4 Ms. Janet Graham, Technical Writer (Zoom) Ms. Mara Schiff, Indian River County School Board liaison, was not present. 4. Announcements and/or Agenda Modifications Mr. Reyes requested an agenda modification so that the Accessory Structure Review under New Business will be heard before the Quasi -Judicial Public Hearings item. Mr. Reyes asked for a voice vote to move the agenda item. All Commission members approved unanimously via voice vote to have the item moved. Mr. Reyes announced that Messrs. Roth, Hughan, and Alvarez have been excused from tonight's meeting. Ms. Kautenburg and Mr. Christino will be voting in their places. 5. Ar)groval of Minutes -- None 6. New Business A. Accessory Structure Review -- LDC Section 54-2-7.5 -- 841 Dolores Street -- 576 SF Detached Garage -- Albert Berry Mr. Reyes called on the applicant to make his presentation. Mr. Albert Berry, 841 Dolores Street, Sebastian, described the project as a two -car detached garage for storage of automobiles, etc. It is being built to code. The height will be the same as the height of the attached structure. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 2 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 16, 2020 Mr. Loring described that staff has found most items to be in compliance. Some additional considerations for the Commission members are that it should be noted that the garage sits behind the existing home, which renders it unseen from the street; the manner of construction appears to be similar to the existing home which has a painted decorative concrete block relief. Items that staff feels need to be addressed would be that the applicant needs to paint the proposed garage to match the existing home; it should also be noted that it appears that the proposed roof shingles match those found on the existing home, but this might be a condition that the Commission wishes to mandate. The Commission needs to make a determination if the exterior finish of the detached garage needs to have a painted stucco finish or may remain a painted concrete block wall finish; the applicant needs to clarify if a driveway will be built to access the garage and to acknowledge that the City has the right to remove the driveway if access to the easement is ever warranted. It also should be noted that the home was built in 1960. No information regarding height exists with the Building Department file, but it appears to be approximately 17 feet high, which is the same height as the proposed garage. The roof pitch appears to be the same or similar to that of the existing home, but no information regarding the actual roof pitch exists in the Building Department file. The Commission must decide if any deleterious effects exist with regard to the applicant's request and make any necessary or additional recommendations. Mr. Loring called for questions or comments from the Commissioners. Mr. Carter inquired as to what type of access there will be to the garage. Mr. Berry stated presently it is just grass, but he may wish to install gravel. Mr. Carter also inquired if the shingles that will be installed on the roof will be the same as the shingles on the house. Mr. Berry stated yes. Mr. Qizilbash suggested the driveway should show on the survey. He referred to the foundation plan where it mentions a small pad. He asked if that is an AC pad. Mr. Berry stated that pad is not there any longer. Mr. Qizilbash asked that that be corrected on the survey. Ms. Kautenburg asked if the access driveway will be partially within an easement. Mr. Loring stated the driveway will be gravel, and the staff has no problem with allowing that. Ms. Kautenburg stated her concern is that, should Mr. Berry or one of his heirs decide to sell the property, there are oftentimes problems with having access to a building being through an easement without some sort of deeded consideration. She suggested something in writing from the City to that effect. Ms. Bosworth stated if Mr. Berry wanted to put a paved driveway back to the proposed structure, he would have to apply for an auxiliary driveway/driveway extension permit. She stated the City has an affidavit that it requires that the homeowner would sign that states he is aware that this is going into an easement, and anytime that easement is needed not only from the City, but Florida Power and Light, that he would have to temporarily remove it or break up the concrete. She has never seen any of the utilities and/or the City require that. That affidavit has to be PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 3 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 16, 2020 recorded. Mr. Carter asked for a clarification on the issue Ms. Kautenburg was referring to. It is his understanding that the scenario would occur only if Mr. Berry wished to install a formal driveway. Ms. Bosworth stated that is correct, if he installed a concrete or more stabilized base. Mr. Reyes asked if one of the conditions is that the older shed that is shown on the survey be removed. Mr. Loring stated that is one of the conditions, that it be removed. Mr. Reyes asked if Mr. Berry is required with this accessory structure to have the structure be the same height as the home above the crown of the road. Mr. Loring stated that, based on the height of the proposed structure, the finished floor elevation will be near or about the same, based on the height of the buildings. A motion to approve the accessory structure review for LDC Section 54-2-7.5 -- 576 SF detached garage -- Albert Berry -- was made by Mr. Carter. He would also like to add to the motion the conditions that the roof of the proposed structure will be similar to the existing roof, and the driveway will be compliant with the considerations set forth by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Reyes. Roll Call Mr. Qizilbash -- Yes Ms. Kautenburg (a) -- Yes Mr. Simmons -- Yes Vote 6-0 in favor. Motion carries. 7. Quasi -Judicial Public Hearings Mr. Christino (a) -- Yes Mr. Reyes -- Yes Mr. Carter -- Yes A. Quasi -Judicial Public Hearing -- Site Plan Modification -- American Legion Post #189 -- Proposed 1620 SF Building Addition & 1225 SF Outdoor Event Building -- 807 Louisiana Avenue -- Public Service (PS) Zoning District Mr. Reyes asked if there have been any ex parte communications among the Commissioners. All Commissioners stated there were none. All who were to speak on this matter were duly sworn by the City Attorney. Mr. Carter asked for a clarification as to the address of the property, as there are two different addresses listed, being 907 Louisiana Avenue (on the architectural plans) and 807 Louisiana Avenue. Ms. Bosworth stated for the record the correct address is 807 Louisiana Avenue. Mr. Reyes asked for the applicant to make his presentation. Todd Smith, Project Engineer, described that the project before the Commission is a complete retrofit of the entire site. There are two structures being proposed. The PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 4 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 16, 2020 landscaping on the site is being brought up to code. The stormwater for the entire site is being brought up to code for both the proposed improvements as well as the existing facilities. Louisiana Avenue is proposed to be widened to bring it up to current standards. He stated that all of the other aspects of the current requirements are being met. Mr. Reyes called on staff for their input. Ms. Bosworth asked that the Staff Report be entered into the official record. She stated this property is in the Triangle Overlay which has adopted the Riverfront Overlay requirements with regard to landscaping and some of the architectural and signage requirements. The property has met the basic zoning district requirements. There is a front setback on the existing building that is a few feet short, but that building was built before this property was zoned, given its designation as Public Service, so it is grandfathered in. There are 112 parking spaces required. They are providing 115 spaces, and the parking will be brought up to current design codes. There are also 18 motorcycle spaces that will be provided. About two-thirds of the parking spaces will be stabilized with either millings or asphalt/concrete. There will also be grass spaces, which will have a stabilized drive aisle. The code does allow for the grass spaces, but it also states that the City can direct that the grass spaces be paved if the consistent use of those grass spaces is such that paving is warranted. Some of the parking spaces are circular around a stormwater pond, and in lieu of the required hedging around that area, split -rail fencing will be installed so as to prevent motor vehicles and pedestrians from going into the stormwater area. Staff has asked that the lamp posts that will be installed be decorative. As this is a large site and there are several large pine trees already on the site, the Legion will receive 141 tree credits. They have used some of those credits to count towards their canopy trees. Some understory trees will need to be added. They are asking for a waiver along Veterans Memorial Way for 47 understory trees. They still have 33 canopy tree credits, and they requested to trade some of the canopy tree credits and a waiver for 14 understory trees. All of the other overlay requirements are being met. Ms. Bosworth stated that public and private clubs and lodges are conditional uses in the Public Service zoning district. There is a letter from the engineer, as well as being in the staff report, that they are meeting all requirements of conditional use criteria. Ms. Bosworth also stated that this property is in the CRA and so is eligible for facade, sign, and landscape grants, and help with some of the additional lighting. The site is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, the Land Development Code, and the Triangle Overlay District. Staff recommends that the Commissioners approve the site plan with the four noted conditions that are on page 8 of the staff report as follows: Submittal of a recorded Unity of Title for the two parcels before issuance of the land -clearing permit. Light poles located in the parking area shall be decorative and can be administratively approved. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 5 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 16, 2020 Changes in traffic generation and frequency in using the grassed parking spaces shall permit a review to determine if paving improvements to the spaces are required, in accordance with LDC Section 54-3-10.10(b)(2)b. Gaming machines cannot provide monetary prizes. Staff also recommends that the Commission finds that site modifications are compliant with the conditional use criteria, and that the Commission also grants the waiver for 14 understory trees, and to allow the extra canopy trees to be used in lieu of 33 understory trees. Mr. Reyes asked for questions/comments from the Commissioners. Mr. Simmons commented as to the letter from the Engineer regarding additional considerations that there appears to be an error where it says the property is in Section 54-2-14.16. Ms. Bosworth stated it should read 54-3-14.16. Mr. Carter thanked the Post for this project, as it will be a great addition to the City. He also inquired about the four conditions that Ms. Bosworth mentioned in her presentation. He asked if there were four or three conditions. Ms. Bosworth pointed out the four conditions on page 8 of the staff report. Mr. Qizilbash inquired about who will be doing the improvements along Louisiana Avenue. Ms. Bosworth said the City is going to supply the base and sub -base, and the American Legion will be paying for the asphalt overlay and the sidewalk. Mr. Qizilbash also asked who will be installing the two new swales that are proposed along the west side of the road. Mr. Smith stated the American Legion will be doing that. He stated that all the improvements will be done by the contractor for the Legion, but the City has agreed to do the base and the sub -grade for the five-foot expansion of Louisiana Avenue. Mr. Qizilbash is concerned that the two swales should be connected with a culvert under the driveway, and to the south they should be connected to the catch basin. Mr. Smith explained how the water will drain, and because Louisiana Avenue is steep in that area, there should never be any water that backs up in the swales. Mr. Qizilbash is also concerned about the safety of the two compact parking spaces being very close to the driveway. He asked Ms. Bosworth who approved this plan. Ms. Bosworth stated the project was started when the City was using consulting engineers, who reviewed the plan. The current City Engineer, Mr. Ken Griffin, has also reviewed the plan. Ms. Kautenburg stated it is a great plan and is a welcome improvement to the area. Her only concern is the term "gaming machines." Mr. Smith stated there are machines in there right now, and they are only video games. There are no prizes at all. Mr. Christino stated he likes the plan and the way it looks. Mr. Reyes stated it is a very nice plan, and it has been reviewed by three engineers, so PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 6 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 16, 2020 he is comfortable with all the questions and comments that have been made. He asked if the grassy parking areas are going to be stabilized with a base or left as they are. Mr. Smith stated a full stabilization will be put in. Mr. Reyes commented on a grid being put in where stabilized sod can be used, and it will last longer. Regarding the waiver on the understory trees, he inquired if there would be a condition when applying for a landscape grant for somebody who has received a waiver on landscaping. Mr. Smith stated the main concern with the 14 understory trees on the north side of the site is because there is a great deal of infrastructure in that area, and they do not want to do any excavating anywhere in that area. That is why the waiver on the understory trees in that area was requested. Mr. Reyes called for public input by anyone present in Chambers or anyone attending via Zoom who wanted to speak in favor of the project. There being none, he called for anyone present in Chambers or anyone attending via Zoom who wanted to speak against the project. There were none. Mr. Reyes called on the City to summarize. Ms. Bosworth stated that staff recommends that the Commissioners approve the site plan with the four conditions listed on page 8 of the Staff Report. Staff also recommends that the Commissioners find that the proposed site modifications are in compliance with the required LDC Article VI Conditional Use criteria, and that the Commissioners grant a landscape waiver for 14 understory trees and to allow the 33 extra canopy trees to be used in lieu of 14 understory trees. Mr. Reyes called for a motion. A motion for approval of the site plan modifications for American Legion Post #189 for the proposed 1620 square foot building addition and 1225 square foot outdoor event building at 807 Louisiana Avenue with the four conditions outlined under Staff Recommendations was made by Mr. Carter and seconded by Mr. Christino. Roll Call Mr. Qizilbash -- Yes Mr. Reyes -- Yes Mr. Simmons -- Yes Vote 6-0 in favor. Motion carries. Mr. Carter -- Yes Mr. Kautenburg (a) -- Yes Mr. Christino (a) -- Yes Mr. Reyes asked for a verbal vote on adding an amendment to the motion to include granting of a landscape waiver for the 14 understory trees and to find the plan meets the conditional use criteria. The amendment to the motion was approved unanimously via voice vote. 8. Unfinished Business -- None 9. Public Input -- None PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 7 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 16, 2020 10. Commissioner Matters Mr. Christino asked what the estimated time for completion of the project is. Mr. Smith estimated the project would be under construction by the end of this year. Mr. Christino also asked when the Minutes from the previous meeting could be expected. Ms. Bosworth stated they will be on the agenda for the next meeting. 11. City Attornev Matters -- None 12. Staff Matters Ms. Bosworth stated that the next three elements of the proposed Comprehensive Plan will be discussed at the July 30th meeting, which is two weeks from tonight. A week after the July 30th meeting is the regularly scheduled August 6th meeting. At that meeting, Mr. Killgore will be presenting the Capital Improvements Budget for review. The agenda packets will be hand -delivered to the Commissioners' homes so that they will have sufficient time to review them. 13. Items for Next Agenda -- None 14. Adiourn There being no further business, Mr. Reyes adjourned the meeting at 6:52 p.m. A HOME LAND USE ELEMENT The Land Use Element promotes livability, sustainability, and smart growth principles to guide the development of the City of Sebastian and shape how the City will grow in the next 20 years. The purpose of the Land Use Element is to designate future land use patterns with corresponding densities and intensities in areas which will best accommodate the projected growth. This Element ensures the minimization of adverse impacts on natural resources and the maintenance of essential facilities and services at desired levels to maintain the quality of life within the City. The Land Use Element is the foundation of the City of Sebastian Comprehensive Plan as it ties all or portions of the other Elements and establishes the planning framework for the City's Vision moving forward. LAND USE ELEMENT HIGHLIGHTS 1. Designates future land use patterns to guide sustainable growth and development within the City; 2. Encourages mixed use development and increased densities and intensities; 3. Promotes transfer of development rights or incentives for the protection of the City's natural resources; 4. Incorporates emergency preparedness measures for natural and man-made disasters to ensure the City's resilience; 5. Promotes affordability, accessibility, and healthy communities; 6. Encourages low -impact development, sustainable, and energy efficient building design and practices; 7. Guides growth management principles to prevent the proliferation of sprawl and requires adequate infrastructure and public facilities to support the City's population; 8. Encourages the utilization of design standards and form based code principles in order to enhance the community's appearance; 9. Articulates redevelopment and renewal strategies as well as promotes infill development and redevelopment; 10. Requires the protection of the City's historical and cultural resources. e HOME GOALS, OBJECTIVES, & POLICIES Goal 1-1: Land Use Designations. Future growth in the City of Sebastian will be managed using sustainability and smart growth principles to accommodate development and redevelopment. The Land Use Element shall be used as a tool to direct growth into the urban core and designated growth areas, recognizing redevelopment opportunities, optimizing services and infrastructure and protecting the environment. Objective 1-1.1: Establish Land Use Designations. The land use designations identified in this Element and depicted on the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) shall support a variety of land uses, density and intensity, and an appropriate mix of uses to accommodate the City's future population identified in the Data Inventory and Analysis (DIA). The City's land use designations shall be grouped by the overarching categories of Residential, Non -Residential, and Other. Policy 1-1.1.1: Future Population. The City shall designate sufficient lands necessary to accommodate at a minimum the projected residential population growth and supporting non-residential development based on the medium population projections through the planning period. Policy 1-1.1.2: Residential Density Defined. Residential development (density) is measured by dwelling units per gross acre (du/ac). All residential densities denoted on the FLUM stipulate the maximum gross densities permitted for development on the land however, the maximum density is not guaranteed by right. The appropriate allocation of density shall encourage a compact, transit -accessible, and pedestrian -oriented community. Subdivision, zoning, and site plan review criteria and procedures shall assure that specific density assigned to new development is compatible and consistent with established residential development patterns and provides equitable use of the land. Criteria to be considered in allocating density shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Protect the integrity and stability of established residential areas; • Assure efficient and appropriate use of land to reduce sprawl; • Assure transition in residential densities; • Require application of sound landscaping and urban design principles and practices where applicable; • Protect environmentally sensitive areas; • Minimize the impact of flood hazards and seal level rise; • Coordinate with Indian River County as well as appropriate state and regional agencies charged with managing land and water resources; and • Provide reasonable use of the land. A. In cases where residential land abuts waters of the State, the boundary shall be delineated as established by the State and no density credit shall be granted for waters of the State. In cases where residential land abuts other natural floodplains or wetlands, the land development regulations shall provide performance standards and/or criteria which may further restrict the character of land for which density credit may be granted and or permitted to transfer such credit. The intent is to allocate 4 HOME density credits only to those lands which are buildable pursuant to urban design principles criteria. These criteria principles that shall be incorporated within the Land Development Code (LDC). Policy 1-1.1.3: Non -Residential Intensity Defined. Non-residential development (intensity) is measured in floor area ratio (FAR). FAR is calculated by dividing the total size of the building/structure (in square feet) by the total size (in square feet) of the lot on which the building is located. All non-residential intensities denoted on the FLUM stipulate the maximum intensities permitted for development on the land however, the maximum intensity is not guaranteed by right. Policy 1-1.1.4: Implementing Land Use Designations. The City shall implement the following land use designations in Table 1-1 as shown on the FLUM. Table 1-1: Land Use Designations Land Use Density (units per gross acre) & Intensity (floor area ratio) Residential Land Use Very Low Density Low Density Medium Density Mobile Home Development Non -Residential Land Use Limited Commercial General Commercial Commercial 512 Riverfront Mixed Use Mixed Use Industrial Institutional Other Agriculture Conservation Note: 1: Up to 10 du/ac with incentives 2: Up to 10 du/ac with incentives 3. Up to 1.0 FAR with incentives 4: Up to 10 du/ac with incentives 5: Up to 1.0 FAR with incentives 3 du/ac 5 du/ac 8 du/ac' 5 du/ac 0.6 FAR 1.0 FAR 0.5 FAR 8 du/ace & 0.6 FAR 8 du/ac4 & 0.6 FAR 0.5 FAR 0.6 FAR 1 du/5 ac 0.25 FAR 5 HOME Objective 1-1.2: Residential Land Use. The Residential Land Use category consists of Very Low Density Residential, Low Density Residential, Medium Density Residential, and Mixed Residential uses in progressive degrees with higher density in areas adjacent to the urban core and less density in the perimeter of the City. Residential development shall be planned and designed to create and perpetuate stable residential neighborhood and implement the policies stipulated below. Policy 1-1.2.1: Very Low Density Residential Development (VLDR). Areas designated as Very Low Density shall accommodate up to three (3) dwelling units per acre and shall be comprised of primarily single-family detached homes on individual lots. Policy 1-1.2.2: Low Density Residential Development (LDR). Areas designated as Low Density shall accommodate a maximum density of up to five (5) dwelling units per acre and shall be comprised primarily of single family detached homes on individual lots and attached residential homes. Policy 1-1.2.3: Medium Density Residential Development (MDR). Areas designated as Medium Density shall accommodate a mixture of single-family (detached and attached) residential housing, multi- family residential housing, and compatible civic uses and open space(s) at a maximum density of eight (8) dwelling units per acre and up to ten (10) dwelling units per acre with the use of TDRs or incentives. TDRs and incentives shall be outlined in the LDC and may include but are not limited to projects that incorporate regional stormwater pond(s), attainable and workforce housing, shared parking structures(s), bike/pedestrian connectivity, and quality of public open space. The Medium Density designation is intended to encourage and enhance livability in the City through the provision of a diverse mix of housing stock that is attainable, well -integrated with the City's mobility network, and in close proximity and accessible to services (public and private), neighborhood and community amenities, and employment centers. Due to the nature of development within this designation, multi -modal connectivity is encouraged. The density of uses within this designation should be sensitive to adjacent neighborhoods to ensure appropriate transitions, buffers, and compatibility. The City may utilize financial and other incentives to assist the private sector in the provision of attainable and `missing middle' housing within the Medium Density designation. Policy 1-1.2.4: Mobile Home Residential Development. Areas designated as Mobile Home shall accommodate mobile home parks or subdivisions at a maximum of five (5) dwelling units per acre. The LDC shall contain requirements for open space landscaping and buffers to effectively screen mobile home developments from adjacent residential development. Policy 1-1.2.5: Allocating Residential Development. The highest residential densities shall continue to be allocated to sites with adequate and supporting public infrastructure, accessible to major arterials or collector streets and adjacent to existing development with the same or higher density. The allocation of new residential land use shall be based on the following considerations: • Projected population; • Infrastructure (availability); • Infill; • Enclaves; • Housing trends and characteristics including provisions for missing middle and attainable housing; • Provision and maintenance of quality residential developments and housing stock; • Protection of environmentally natural systems; • Location and or proximity to the Coastal High Hazard Area (CHHA); • The need to plan for transition in residential densities; and • Provision and maintenance of traffic circulation. Policy 1-1.2.6: Protect Residential Areas from the Adverse Impacts of Transition in Land Use. Established residential areas and projected future residential areas as delineated on the FLUM shall be protected from encroachment by potentially incompatible non-residential development. This does not preclude necessary community facilities from locating within residential areas when such activities satisfy established criteria of this plan and the City's LDC. Objective 1-1.3: Non -Residential Land Use. A variety of non-residential land use designations shall be maintained to assure availability of sites that accommodate the varied site and spatial requirements for such activities as: professional and business offices, commercial activities, employment generating businesses and general retail sales and services, and industrial. In doing so, the City shall promote the image and function of the urban core which is the City's center for commerce as well as civic and cultural enrichment. Office development may serve as a transitional use separating more intensive commercial uses from residential development. Office development and limited commercial activities (neighborhood serving) may also be suitable and locate along the outer fringe of the urban core where such development may encourage reinvestment in declining residential areas surrounding the urban core. Policy 1-1.3.1: Definition of Neighborhood Level Commercial Activities. Neighborhood level commercial activities are defined as including retail and office activities that service residential neighborhoods. Policy 1-1.3.2: Limited Commercial Development (LCD). The purpose of the Limited Commercial land use designation is to consist of sites intended to accommodate neighborhood level commercial activities. The maximum intensity is 0.6 FAR. Limited commercial activities and personal services shall include establishments catering to the following markets: • Neighborhood residential markets within the immediate vicinity as opposed to county -wide or regional markets; or • Specialized markets with customized market demands. Policy 1-1.3.3: General Commercial Development (CG). The purpose of the General Commercial land use designation is to accommodate general retail sales and services; highway oriented sales and services; and other general commercial activities defined in the LDC. General Commercial designations are located in highly accessible areas, adjacent to major arterials. The maximum intensity is 1.0 FAR. Policy 1-1.3.4: C.R. 512 Commercial (C-512). The purpose of the Commercial C.R. 512 designation is to accommodate retail sales and services and other commercial activities and community facilities that are compatible with nearby residential areas. This land use designation and implementing zoning district HOME expressly excludes vehicular sales and services; bars and lounges; parking garages; enclosed and unenclosed commercial amusements; indoor theaters; merchandising of second-hand goods, including flea markets, wholesale trades and services; industrial uses or outside storage activities, or any other activities which may generate nuisance impacts such as glare, smoke, other air pollutants, noise, vibration, fire hazard, or other adverse impacts associated with more intense commercial and industrial uses. The maximum intensity is 0.5 FAR. Policy 1-1.3.5: Riverfront Mixed Use (RMU). The Riverfront Mixed Use designation is intended to provide a mixture of residential, commercial, recreational, and institutional uses in the Riverfront District. Development and redevelopment in this designation is at risk of potential flooding and sea level rise impacts per the City of Sebastian, Coastal Resiliency Plan, Prepared By.- Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., March 2019 (Coastal Resiliency Plan). The use of Transfer of Development Rights (TDRs) shall be encouraged as a tool to move the density/intensity of development from the east area of the district to the west area of the district outside of the CHHA. The City's LDC may also define additional areas as receiving zones. The maximum intensity is 0.6 FAR, and up to 1.0 FAR with incentives. The allowable residential uses are single family, duplexes, multi -family with densities up to eight (8) dwelling units per acre, and up to ten (10) dwelling units per acre with the use of TDRs or incentives. Incentives shall be outlined in the LDC and may include but are not limited to projects that incorporate regional stormwater pond(s), shared parking structures(s), bike/pedestrian connectivity, and quality of public open space. Policy 1-1.3.6: Mixed Use (MU). The purpose of the Mixed Use designation is to provide a mixture of residential, office, commercial, recreational, and institutional uses and encourage town centers along major arterial corridors. This designation shall target areas outside of the Riverfront Mixed Use district to allow for greater flexibility and changing market types in identified areas of the City such as the Sebastian Boulevard Triangle Area. These areas may also serve as TDR receiving areas allowing for the preservation of additional preservation and conservation lands within the City. Additional design and development standards including form based code principals shall be incorporated into the LDC. The maximum intensity is 0.6 FAR, and up to 1.0 FAR with incentives. The allowable residential uses include single family, duplexes, and multi -family up to eight (8) dwelling units per acre, and up to ten (10) dwelling units per acre with the use of TDRs or incentives. Incentives shall be outlined in the LDC and may include but are not limited to projects that incorporate regional stormwater pond(s), shared parking structures(s), bike/pedestrian connectivity, and quality of public open space. Policy 1-1.3.7: Industrial Land Use Designation (IND). The purpose of the Industrial designation is to provide strategically located sites for industrial needs and requisite support services. A. Industrial sites shall generally be allocated in areas accessible to rail corridors or near airport facilities and should be located in more sparsely developed areas. The maximum intensity is 0.5 FAR. B. The City shall establish standards in the LDC including, but not limited to, use, buffering/compatibility, locational criteria, etc. as it pertains to both light and heavy industrial districts. Uses allowed in the Industrial designation include: manufacturing, assembling and distribution activities; warehousing and storage activities; general commercial activities; aviation related industry, services and facilities; and other similar land uses which shall be regulated 11 HOME through appropriate zoning procedures. Heavy metal fabrication, batch plants, chemical or petroleum manufacturing or refining, rubber or plastics manufacturing, or other use generating potentially harmful environmental or nuisance impacts shall be prohibited. C. The City shall prevent nuisance impacts frequently associated with industrial activities by maintaining performance standards for managing emission of noise, air pollutants, odor, vibration, fire or explosive hazard, and glare. D. The City shall encourage industries that contribute optimally to the City's economy and that of the Treasure Coast and Space Coast. The City shall also encourage green industries that minimize impact to the environment. The allocation of land resources for industrial development shall be responsive to the location and space requirements of industrial activities and potential fiscal and environmental impacts on the City of Sebastian. E. The location and distribution of industrial land use shall be determined based on the following considerations: • Trip generation characteristics and impact on existing and planned transportation systems, including dependency on rail, air, or trucking for distribution of material and goods; • Anticipated employment generation, floor area requirements, and market area; • Ability to meet established performance standards for preventing or minimizing nuisance impacts, such as emission of air pollutants, glare, noise or odor, or generation of hazardous by-products; • Impact on established as well as anticipated future development and natural systems; and • Impact on existing and planned public services, utilities, water resources, and energy resources. Policy 1-1.3.8: Institutional Land Use Designation (INST). The Institutional land use designation is intended to accommodate existing public and semi-public services including: governmental administration buildings; places of worship, cultural or civic centers, and other similar public or private not -for -profit uses; public schools and not -for -profit educational institutions; hospital facilities and supportive health care units; arts and cultural or civic facilities; essential public services and facilities; cemeteries; fire and emergency operation facilities; public and private parks and recreation areas; utilities; extensive open areas comprising major committed public and semi-public open spaces, including the Municipal Golf Course and Sebastian Municipal Airport; and other similar activities. The maximum intensity of this designation is 0.6. The location, scale, timing, and design of necessary public and semi- public services and utilities shall be closely coordinated with development activities in order to promote more effective and efficient delivery of requisite services and utilities. The City shall maintain and enforce appropriate standards and specifications for the design and construction of public and semi-public services in order to promote cost effectiveness and quality control consistent with all applicable federal, state, regional, and local standards. Policy 1-1.3.9: Pattern of Non -Residential Land Use. In order to promote efficient flow of traffic along major arterials cited in the Transportation & Mobility Element, achieve orderly development, and minimize adverse impact on residential quality, non-residential development shall be concentrated in strategically located (targeted) areas. These areas include those having location characteristics which best accommodate specific land, site, public facilities and market location requirements of their respective E HOME non-residential uses. Similarly, proliferation of strip non-residential development shall not be extended or supported. The existence of non-residential areas on one part (quadrant or side) of an intersection shall not dictate the development of all parts with the same or similar use; nor does the existence of non- residential development on a major arterial dictate that all frontages may be similarly used. Policy 1-1.3.10: Allocating Non -Residential Land Use. The approval of non-residential uses shall recognize that respective non-residential activities frequently have different site, spatial, and market area characteristics and generate significantly different impacts. The non-residential development designations on the FLUM shall be complemented by zoning, performance standards, and site plan review requirements which shall regulate development on such land. These regulations shall assure that the proposed development of non-residential designated sites is appropriate and can be adapted to the proposed site. For instance, the LDC shall address issues regarding: • Parking including safe and convenient vehicle and pedestrian circulation; • Open space preservation and natural constraints to development; • Perimeter and internal landscape requirements; • Availability of public facilities at adequate levels of service; • Urban design and required amenities, including, but not limited to, signage controls, fences, pedestrian amenities, building height, building setback, and orientation, and other similar design features; • Controlled access and egress; • Trip generation characteristics, impact on existing and planned transportation facilities and ability to achieve a functional internal circulation; • Location and site requirements based on intensity of use, specific needs of respective commercial activities, their market area, anticipated employment generation, and floor area requirements; • Compatibility with and impact on other surrounding commercial activities; • Relationship to surrounding land uses and natural systems; and • Impact on existing and planned community services and utilities. Objective 1-1 A Other Land Use. The City shall provide designations for Agriculture and Conservation land uses. Policy 1-1.4.1: Agriculture Land Use Designation. The Agriculture land use designation shall be used for the following uses: farming, crops, range and livestock activities; protecting industries that are a part of the state's traditional economic base such as citrus and aquaculture; agricultural research; agricultural related businesses; public facilities; institutional uses or recreational uses. The City shall also utilize the Agriculture land use designation for future annexations of existing agricultural lands until such a time that urban growth is contiguous and agricultural activities are no longer economically viable. Residential density is limited to 1 unit per 5 acres. Policy 1-1.4.2: Conservation Land Use. The Conservation land use designation identifies lands that are environmentally sensitive or fragile natural resources for long term preservation. It is vital to redirect population and public expenditures away from these areas so that future development and 10 HOME redevelopment does not occur and negatively impact those areas. This designation may be impacted by flooding and sea level rise predictions forecasted in the City's Coastal Resiliency Plan as well as those areas subject to native and wildlife habitats, and critical habitat corridors. A. Further descriptions of the Conservation land use category can be found in the Conservation & Coastal Management Element including provisions (allowances) as may be regulated and permitted by State and Federal agencies. If it is impractical to designate the area containing conservation resources as Conservation due to size, location, or other factors, the City shall have the option of obtaining a conservation easement from the property owner(s) to protect the area. The City shall support the acquisition of natural areas or open space through the use of TDRs or through publicly funded programs, including the acquisition and development of facilities that promote and educate the public about the economic, cultural and historic heritage of the City. The maximum intensity is 0.25 FAR. The applicant for a development shall bear the burden of proof in determining that development shall not adversely impact conservation resources. Objective 1-1.5: Transfer of Development Rights. Transfer of Development Rights (TDRs) for both residential and non-residential development allow for blended densities and intensities while protecting conservation lands and areas prone to sea -level rise and flooding, and native habitats. Policy 1-1.5.1: Utilizing Transfer of Development Rights. The City shall establish formal TDR standards in the LDC including but not limited to transfer rates and requirements in order to direct development away from targeted (identified) areas. Consistent with Policy 5-2.5.2 in the Conservation & Coastal Management Element, these identified areas include but are not limited to conservation lands, Coastal High Hazard Area (CHHA), proposed Adaptation Action Area (AAA) Overlay, public open spaces, wetlands and other native habitats. Incentives established through the TDR process may include density and intensity bonuses based on the quality of the areas being protected and preserved, provision of public spaces, public infrastructure improvements or similar. Objective 1-1.6: Planned Unit Development. The City promotes innovative development concepts and procedures through the use of the planned unit development as a means to improve development design and recognize unique land characteristics. Policy 1-1.6.1: Planned Unit Development Overlay Designation. The City's LDC shall continue to allow a planned unit development overlay zoning designation in order to provide a voluntary management framework for coordinating objectives of developers with those of the City Council. The City Council shall reserve the authority to invoke new conditions in extending development rights based on: • Changes in conditions surrounding the impacted land uses in the vicinity; • Evolving issues surrounding infrastructure levels of service; • Impacts on natural resources; and/or • Other related issues impacting the nature of the proposed planned unit development. Policy 1-1.6.2: Planned Unit Development Option. The planned unit development overlay designation shall be available as a voluntary approach for managing specific development characteristics and project amenities to be incorporated in residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed use development options. 11 HOME Developers who voluntarily participate in the process shall bind themselves as well as those who may be their successors in title to the subject land. Goal 1-2: Growth Management. The City shall ensure that the character and location of land uses incorporate best management practices and principles of resource conservation, promote orderly land use transition, and minimize threats to health, safety, and welfare while encouraging economic stability to keep pace with the City's growth. Objective 1-2.1: Transitioning from Rural to Urban. The City shall ensure a transition from rural to urban uses within the Urban Service Boundary (USB) of the City and annexation reserve area. Policy 1-2.1.1: Smart Growth Principles. The City shall promote smart growth principles that direct growth in an intentional, comprehensive way. These principles include but are not limited to promoting a mix of uses, compact building design, walkable communities, housing diversity, environmental preservation, and transportation choices. Policy 1-2.1.2: Protect Developments from Possible Adverse Effects of Neighboring Permitted Uses. The City's LDC shall incorporate standards and/or review criteria for mandating retention of open space, regulating building design, including setbacks, building placement on site, and building orientation. These provisions shall be directed toward supporting compatibility as well as to preserving light, air, and open space. Other reasonable design principles, including buffering standards, shall be included in the LDC. Policy 1-2.1.3: Minimize Impacts Between Urban and Rural Land Uses. The LDC shall incorporate performance standards, urban service availability standards, and other requirements which ensure buffering between urban and rural land uses. This is necessary in order to maintain responsive land management policies along the outer suburban fringe where urban development within the City could potentially impact unincorporated agricultural lands, and vice versa. Objective 1-2.2: Prevent Proliferation of Urban Sprawl. The City shall continue to maintain LDCs which include performance standards ensuring that the location, scale, timing, and design of development shall be coordinated with public facilities and services in order to prevent the proliferation of urban sprawl, maximize pubic infrastructure, and achieve cost effective land development patterns. Policy 1-2.2.1: Urban Sprawl Definition. According to Ch. 163.3164(51), FS, urban sprawl is defined as a development pattern characterized by low density, automobile -dependent development with either a single use or multiple uses that are not functionally related, requiring the extension of public facilities and services in an inefficient manner, and failing to provide a clear separation between urban and rural uses. Policy 1-2.2.2: Resource Protection. The City shall seek to maintain and manage the City's natural and man-made resources by establishing a pattern of development that is harmonious with the City's natural environment and quality of life. 12 HOME Policy 1-2.2.3. Land Acquisition. The City shall use the capital improvement program (CIP) and budget process to pursue acquisition of land as may be necessary to provide recreation, conservation, and related public benefits and promote multiple use of public lands. Policy 1-2.2.4: Accommodate Growth. The City shall continue to seek fiscal resources to extend City service areas, improve City roadways, coordinate public infrastructure and make other improvements necessary to accommodate growth and maintain services and facilities at adopted level of service standards. Policy 1-2.2.5: Development Orders and Permitting Process. Development orders and permits for all future development shall be timed and staged to assure that requisite infrastructure and services are available Policy 2.2.6: Concurrency Management. The maximum allowable density and intensity of land uses may be limited based on available public infrastructure. Land use shall be predicated on availability of man-made infrastructure and service systems required to support respective land use activities. The City shall continue enforcing their concurrency management program, pursuant to Ch. 163, F.S., to ensure that future development is provided essential services and facilities at acceptable standards. Policy 1-2.2.7: Design of Public Facilities and Utilities. Public facilities and utilities shall be located and designed to maximize the efficiency of services provided and minimize adverse effects on natural systems and conservation lands. Policy 1-2.2.8: Developments Not Served by Public Water and/or Wastewater Systems. All developments in areas not serviced by public water and/or wastewater systems shall be governed by applicable State laws and administrative regulations. In those cases where public wastewater systems are not currently available, the City will work with the County and applicable regional and state agencies to convert those areas through a "septic to sewer" program or similar, where such infrastructure is available and financially feasible. Policy 1-2.2.9: Accommodating Requisite Infrastructure. During the subdivision review, site plan review, and permitting processes the City shall insure that respective future developments allocate sufficient land area for infrastructure required to support the proposed development. Policy 1-2.2.10: Infill Development and Redevelopment. The City shall encourage infill development and/or redevelopment of underdeveloped/underutilized parcels of land in otherwise built-up areas that have access to existing infrastructure and services. This includes planning for the mitigation and redevelopment of brownfields for productive uses. Objective 1-2.3: Innovative Natural Resource Management and Energy Conservation Concepts. Consistent with Land Use Goal 1-4, the City of Sebastian recognizes the importance to maintain LDCs which incorporate concepts for managing land and water resources which are responsive to the City's unique development and conservation lands. These may include but are not limited to low impact development (LID), best management practices, and joint use stormwater features. 13 HOME Policy 1-2.3.1: Low -Impact Development (LID). The City shall encourage LID principles for development and redevelopment including those within newly annexed areas. The City shall require new developments to address future nutrient loading and water conservation through principles including but not limited to: • LID design practices and technologies that address energy, water, and nutrient conservation; • Use of natural, Florida friendly landscaping; and/or • Reduced, low, or no fertilizer use on greenspaces and yards Policy 1-2.3.2: Incorporate Innovative Techniques in the Land Development Code. The City's LDC shall continue to incorporate land and water resource best management practices such as reduced impervious areas, increased buffers, LID, surface/storm water management including water quality, soil erosion and sedimentation control, and conservation of water supply which have been demonstrated to be successful and cost effective in resolving development and conservation issues such as land clearing, excessive tree removal, and loss of native plants and wildlife habitat. Implementation standards are encouraged to be adopted by the City specific to the mitigation portion of the City's Coastal Resiliency Plan. Policy 1-2.3.3: Energy Efficient and Resilient Land Development. The City's LDC shall continue to: • Promote energy efficient land development; • Recognize the relative energy dependency of commercial and industrial land uses and consider energy dependency in any policy pertaining to new industry promotion strategies or policy concerning maintenance or expansion of existing industry or commerce; • Encourage land use patterns that by location, scale; and design minimize long-term energy commitments to construction, operation, maintenance, and replacement; and • Encourage natural resource conservation and utilization in ways that are consistent with sound energy management principles. Policy 1-2.3.4: Energy Conservation in Building and Construction. The City shall encourage energy efficient building codes and promote efficient energy conservation in building heating and cooling systems. Objective 1-2.4: Annexation Studies. Consistent with Objective 1-2.2 and its related policies, the City acknowledges a need to prevent urban sprawl and disjointed urban service delivery systems. In addition, the City desires to develop a plan for managing annexation of unincorporated enclaves, the annexation reserve areas as well as fringe areas adjacent to the City, especially for potential economic centers within the incorporated area. Policy 1-2.4.1: Parameters of the Annexation Studies. The City of Sebastian may require an analysis on a case by case basis for areas considered for annexation. A City of Sebastian annexation study may include but is not limited to: • Review and evaluation of Indian River County land development forecasts within the unincorporated urban area together with supportive documentation; 14 HOME • Analysis of area to be annexed of unincorporated enclaves and subareas within the unincorporated urban area, including: ■ Population and housing; ■ Parks and recreation facilities ■ Traffic circulation system; ■ Water and wastewater service; ■ Stormwater facilities/Drainage; ■ Natural water basins; ■ Level of Service analysis; and ■ Impact of development on of state and federally listed protected species. • Protect urban population and employment trends and estimate land area required to accommodate projected residential and nonresidential activities; • Fiscal impact analysis and determination of future capital improvements to meet such basic services such as police protection, utilities, code enforcement, building and zoning, permitting and inspection services to meet City of Sebastian standards; • Analysis and determination of impacts to municipal and County services including police & fire protection, utilities, permitting and inspection, school capacity, etc., to meet standards outlined in Interlocal agreements (including the Interlocal Boundary Services Agreement between the County and the municipalities); and/or • Analysis of current land uses to determine contribution to the City's tax base. Policy 1-2.4.2: Annexation Strategy. The City shall develop an annexation strategy for planning and managing development within the unincorporated urban area, including annexation alternatives. The strategy shall include but not be limited to procedures for intergovernmental coordination of land use policy governing development within unincorporated urban areas (including isolated enclaves) which are logical targets for incorporation into the City of Sebastian and Policies and or actions for developing efficient systems for delivering municipal services and achieving diversification of the municipal tax base. The City may utilize annexation agreements as one tool in addressing provision(s) for services. Policy 1-2.4.3: Annexation Infrastructure. Annexations shall be analyzed and consistent with the Governance & Implementation Element and the Infrastructure Element to ensure adequate public infrastructure is available for development of the property. The City shall coordinate with the Indian River County Department of Utility Services (IRCDUS) for the potable water and wastewater facility needs of the future land use of an annexed area to ensure the availability of adequate potable water and sewer facility capacity and wastewater treatment services. Policy 1-2.4.4: Annexation Low -Impact Development. Consistent with Policy 1-2.3.1, the City shall encourage low -impact development (LID) and Florida friendly landscaping principles for newly annexed areas. Objective 1-2.5: Emergency Management. Ensure the City's preparedness and resiliency in the case of a natural disaster or emergency such as sea level rise/flooding events, hurricane/tornado winds, fires, pandemics/epidemics, terrorism, earthquakes or other disasters. 15 HOME Policy 1-2.5.1: Resiliency and Preparedness. Consistent with Policy 4-1.1.10 of the Infrastructure Element and Objectives 5-2.3 and 5-2.4 of the Conservation & Coastal Management Element, the City shall include emergency management criteria into the LDC to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters or emergency events in order to protect public health and safety. Policy 1-2.5.2: Post Disaster Economic Recovery. The City shall include criteria in the LDC that requires post -disaster economic recovery implementation tools to be in place to direct recovery after a disaster has occurred. Policy 1-2.5.3: Emergency Infectious Disease Response Plan. The City shall pursue the development of an Emergency Infectious Disease Response Plan in coordination with other local and state response plans. Goal 1-3: Preserving and Enhancing the Built Environment. The City shall ensure that the community's appearance and important archaeological and historical resources are protected to improve the quality of life for its residents. Objective 1-3.1: Community Appearance and Urban Design. The appearance of major transportation corridors serving as gateways into the City, as well as major activity centers shall be managed and enhanced through application of the site plan review process. Policy 1-3.1.1: Urban Design and Community Appearance. Good principles of urban design shall be applied through site plan review procedures in order to enhance general community appearance as well as to preserve and enhance open space and landscape. This program shall assist in protecting major natural and man-made resources within the City, including the Indian River Lagoon, the Sebastian River, the Collier Creek natural drainage corridor, Schumann Lake, public parks and other public grounds and institutions, as well as developing residential neighborhoods and centers of commercial or institutional activity. Policy 1-3.1.2: Reinforce and Enhance the City's Community Appearance. Major attributes shall be preserved through application of design review standards and management of signs, landscaping, open space, tree protection, and other urban design amenities. • Special emphasis shall be placed on preserving and/or improving the character of major natural and manmade corridors, including the intracoastal shoreline, the estuarine and river systems, major drainage corridors, and major transportation corridors which serve as a focal point for the motoring public and an inviting gateway to visiting tourists. Such enhancement shall include application of community appearance criteria which reinforces good principles of design. • The City may utilize design standards or form based code based principles in its LDC in order to enhance the community's appearance. These standards are a form of land development regulation that fosters predictable built results and a high -quality public realm by using physical form (rather than separation of uses) as the organizing principle for the code. On -site TDRs or 16 HOME incentives should also be considered and would allow the continued development of a property at levels "vested" at pre -dedication acreage. Policy 1-3.1.3: Plan and Design for Non -Residential Quality. Within the urban core non-residential development shall be planned and designed to enhance the identity, design, and vitality of the waterfront corridor which provides a unique waterfront activity center within the urban core area of the City. Policy 1-3.1.4: Improve the Function and Image of the Downtown as the Central Urban Core Area. Non-residential development decisions shall promote the function of the downtown urban core area as a center for government and institutional services as well as a focal point for retail trade, business and professional offices, and civic and cultural enrichment. The City's LDC shall be directed to achieving a mix of land use activities consistent with the FLUM. The City shall also continue to enforce the Riverfront design regulations, which provide a physical theme for development and redevelopment opportunities reinforcing the unique waterfront setting of the downtown area. Objective 1-3.2: Protection of Archaeological and Historic Resources. The establishment of procedures for identification and protection of historic properties and structures within the City will provide for the protection of archaeological sites. Policy 1-3.2.1: Development Impacts. The City shall require applicants to demonstrate measures to mitigate the adverse impacts of the proposed development on historic or archaeological site or structure identified in the adopted Comprehensive Plan. At a minimum, the plan shall identify precautions to be taken to prevent the following adverse impacts: • Destruction or alteration of all or part of such site; • Isolation from, or alteration of the surrounding environment; • Introduction of visual, audible, or atmospheric elements that are out of character with a property or alter its setting; • Vegetation removal shall not be permitted on a historic or archaeological site unless the vegetation to be removed is a part of a duly authorized scientific excavation, or is a part of an approved development plan; • Transfer or sale of the site of significance without adequate conditions or restrictions regarding preservation, maintenance, use or re -use; and • Other forms of neglect resulting in resource deterioration. Policy 1-3.2.2: Programming for Archaeological and Historic Sites. The City shall coordinate with the State in developing programs for implementing City and State policies for identifying, preserving, and enhancing sites of historical and/or archaeological significance. Programs for identification, evaluation of relative significance, protection, preservation, and enhancement shall be promoted, utilizing available public resources at the local, State, and Federal level as well as available private sector resources. Objective 1-3.3: Encourage Redevelopment and Renewal. The City shall maintain procedures in the LDC to limit the proliferation of urban sprawl and encourage redevelopment and revitalization of blighted and economically challenged areas. 17 HOME Policy 1-3.3.1: Community Redevelopment Area. The FLUM depicts the boundaries of the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA). The City shall continue to promote vitality and redevelopment of the five conceptual districts: Park District, Sebastian Boulevard Mixed Use District, U.S.-1 Commercial District, Riverfront District, and the Sebastian Boulevard South District as directed in the City of Sebastian Community Redevelopment Master Plan included in this Element's DIA. The City shall update the CRA Master Plan reflecting the principles and strategies contained within this Comprehensive Plan and apply those to the targeted redevelopment areas. Policy 1-3.3.2: Managing Development Within Mixed Use Districts. Consistent with Objectives 1- 1.3 and 1-1.5 and their respective policies the City's LDC shall maintain performance standards for the City's Mixed Use Districts to ensure that land development activities, resource conservation and infrastructure issues are managed in a manner that will consider the needs of all the citizens of Sebastian. A. The City shall promote a mixture of uses and a variety of opportunities for recreational, residential and commercial uses; encourage progress while protecting property rights; and protect the environment while fostering compatible uses. B. The LDC shall encourage a mix of uses and enforce the "Old Florida Fishing Village" design theme within the Riverfront CRA District. Flooding and sea level rise shall be taken into consideration for areas of the Riverfront District located in the Coastal High Hazard Area (CHHA). The City may incentivize redevelopment through the use of TDRs to direct new development and population growth away from natural hazards and environmentally sensitive areas. Policy 1-3.3.3: Public and Private Sector Partnerships. The City shall coordinate redevelopment issues with the private sector in promoting mobilization of public and private resources necessary to effectively carry out redevelopment efforts, especially along the Indian River Drive corridor which borders the Indian River Lagoon. Sea level rise and flooding shall be considered in low-lying areas in regard to limiting the use of public funds to achieve these goals as defined in §163.3178(1), F.S. Policy 1-3.3.4: Code Enforcement Activities. Code enforcement activities shall be continued as an integral part of the City's regulation programs. The code enforcement program shall preserve and protect structurally sound land improvements and land uses consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Policy 1-3.3.5: Preservation of Existing Assets within the Riverfront. The protection, restoration, and enhancement of existing assets, including historical structures, is important in implementing the "Old Florida Fishing Village" design theme. The City shall continue to enforce the procedures and ordinances adopted for this purpose. The City shall develop programs and identify funding sources to protect, restore, and enhance the historical structures in the Riverfront District. Sea level rise and flooding should be considered in low-lying areas in regard to limiting the use of public funds to achieve these goals as defined in §163.3178(1), F.S. Objective 1-3.4: Design for Healthy Communities. Encourage design principles that accommodate for healthy lifestyles and safety. 18 HOME Policy 1-3.4.1: Healthy Communities. The City shall ensure equitably distributed and accessible active transportation facilities (i.e. sidewalks, bike lanes) and recreational opportunities (i.e. parks, greenways) to support healthy lifestyles and physical activity. Policy 1-3.4.2: Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design. The City shall encourage crime prevention in public areas through environmental design (CPTED) principles. Goal 1-4: Implementation. The City will continue to monitor and evaluate development and resource conservation within the City pursuant to goals and objectives of the comprehensive plan Land Use Element and carry out an effective implementation program. Objective 1-4.1: Monitoring. The City monitors the Land Use Element to ensure that it is successfully implemented. Policy 1-4.1.1: Land Development Code. The City's existing LDC shall be revised as needed in order to: 1) effectively regulate future land use activities and natural resources 2) adequately protect property rights; and 3) implement the goals, objectives, and policies stipulated in the Comprehensive Plan. Performance standards incorporated in the LDC shall be updated and refined as needed to reflect best management principles and practices. The LDC shall continue to: • Regulate the subdivision of land; • Regulate the uses on land and in water consistent with this Element, ensure the compatibility of adjacent land uses, and provide for open space; • Protect the environmentally sensitive lands designated in the Comprehensive Plan, especially wetlands • Regulate areas subject to seasonal and periodic flooding and provide for drainage and stormwater management. Additional lands may be subject to development standards based on the flooding and sea level rise data from the City's Coastal Resiliency Plan; • Protect aquifer recharge functions and areas; • Regulate signage; • Ensure safe and convenient on -site and off -site traffic flow and vehicle parking needs; • Dedication, acquisition and development of future rights -of -way as identified in the programmed engineered master plan for the City's major arterials; and • Provide that development orders and permits shall not be issued which result in a reduction of levels of services (LOS) for impacted public facilities below the levels of service standards which shall be adopted by the City Council. Policy 1-4.1.2: Land Use Information System. The City shall provide continuing land use information and assistance to the public. The City shall establish, maintain, and periodically update the land use information system, integration of the Tax Appraiser property files, City Planning Department field data, Building and Zoning Department permit files, engineering base maps, and all other relevant land use data files. 19 HOME Policy 1-4.1.3: Land Use Trends. The City shall continue to monitor and evaluate population and land use trends. Trends in the magnitude, distribution, and characteristics of population and land use shall serve as indicators of possible changes in land use needs. The policy implications of major trends in land use characteristics shall be evaluated on a continuing basis. Land use policy shall be refined as needed in order to remain responsive to evolving problems and issues. Policy 1-4.1.4: Fiscal Management. The City shall continue to implement fiscal management policies of the CIP and budget. Policy 1-4.1.5: Special Land Use Studies. In order to maintain LDCs responsive to changing conditions, problems, and issues, the City shall undertake special studies as needed to develop specific local strategies for resolving unanticipated land use problems and issues. Policy 1-4.1.6: Schedule, Budget and Implement Programmed Activities. The timely scheduling, programming, budgeting and implementation of programmed land use activities identified in this Element shall be evidence of the City's effectiveness in carrying out a systematic program for implementing adopted land use goals, objectives and policies. Policy 1-4.1.7: Coordinate with Public and Private Sectors. While continually implementing and evaluating the Land Use Element, the City shall maintain a process of intergovernmental coordination as well as coordination with private sector groups interested in land use policy and programs. The effectiveness of this approach shall be evaluated by the success of coordination mechanisms in resolving land use problems and issues. Policy 1-4.1.8: Achieve Effective Resolution of Land Use Goals, Objectives, and Policies. The effectiveness of the Land Use Element shall be measured by the City's success in achieving land use goals, objectives, and policies. The Land Use Element incorporates a systematic planning process for identifying land use problems and issues and implementing corrective actions. Policy 1-4.1.9: Intergovernmental Coordination. Specific Objectives and Policies regarding intergovernmental coordination and this Element are provided and identified in the Governance & Implementation Element. 20 HOME DATA I NVE NTO RY AN D ANALYSIS Introduction Pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 163 of the 2019 Florida Statutes, the Land Use Element consists of data inventory and analysis (DIA) that influences and informs the overarching goals, objectives, and policies that will guide the growth and development of the City of Sebastian. The City's existing land uses, vacant land, build - out potential, natural resources, historic resources, and population projections were evaluated and analyzed in order to update the City's land use designations which will shape how the City will grow in the next 20 years. The updated 2040 Future Land Use Map (FLUM) is provided as a regulatory tool to direct future development. History and Setting Sebastian is a city in Indian River County on the east coast of Florida situated between the St. Sebastian River and the Indian River Lagoon. It is also a part of the area known as the Treasure Coast and is recognized as the home of the first designated wildlife refuge in the United States, Pelican Island. The protection of the City's natural resources and open space continues to be a priority, creating a balance between the natural environment and built environment within the City. The City provides a small town feel and includes a riverfront district that promotes a mix of uses including a working waterfront with commercial fishing and aquaculture. This riverfront district has been designated as a Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) to promote continuous reinvestment, redevelopment, and growth in the City's core. The City was an established fishing center when it incorporated as the City of Sebastian in 1924 and is currently the largest municipality in Indian River County. According to the University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR), Sebastian's official population estimate as of 2019 is 25,168 residents that live within approximately 8,392 acres. The City's location along the coast and attractive amenities have made it a desirable community which has experienced continued population growth. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the medium age in Sebastian is 53 and the median household income in the City of Sebastian is $52,243 with approximately 12.7% of individuals below the federal poverty rate. Existing Land Use Conditions In order to better guide and direct future land uses within the City of Sebastian, it is necessary to first gain an understanding of present land use patterns. The City of Sebastian covers approximately 14 square miles (8,392 acres). The existing 2019 land uses were determined by their Florida Department of Revenue Land Use Codes and may not precisely reflect what is 'on the ground' but provide insight into the current conditions and development patterns of the City. To provide a basis for analysis these existing land uses have been further grouped into the following distinct categories which include their definitions from the Florida Department of Revenue. Agriculture: Property used for production of food, feed, and fiber commodities, livestock and poultry, bees, fruits and vegetables, and sod, ornamental, nursery, grazing farm animals and horticultural crops that are raised, grown, or produced for commercial purposes. 21 HOME Commercial: Business property, such as supermarkets, shopping centers, office buildings, medical centers, hotels, theaters, RV parks, financial institutions, stores, etc. which are intended to operate with a profit. Residential: Property zoned for single-family homes, mobile homes, retirement homes, multifamily apartments and co-ops. Government: All property owned by or leased to the Government or acquired by the Government under the terms of the contract. Not subject, in whole or in part, to Ad Valorem property taxes. Examples include forests, parks, public schools, county hospitals, military buildings etc. Industrial: Property used for industrial purposes. Types of industrial property include heavy manufacturing buildings, light manufacturing buildings, packing plants, mineral processing plants, warehouses, wineries, sawmills etc. Institutional: Property which is not strictly commercial, industrial, agricultural, or residential, but which serves some public purpose, even if privately owned. Examples include private schools, private hospitals, orphanages, cemeteries, sanitoriums, nursing homes etc. Miscellaneous: Includes property such as mining land, railroad land, utilities, waste land, submerged land etc. The current distribution of existing land uses is shown in Table 1-2 and Figure 1-1. The acreages of each category were calculated utilizing Florida Department of Revenue data and geographic information systems software (GIS). A detailed Existing Land Use Map, Map 1-1, was developed depicting the current land use patterns in the City of Sebastian as of 2019. The City of Sebastian is comprised of a mixture of compatible uses that balance open space with developed land. Some of the land use changes that can be observed between the 2009 and 2019 land use inventories can be attributed to differences in the definitions of the uses between the two GIS layers and datasets. Overall, the trends that have occurred in the past 10 years include an increase in the acreage of residential land uses and commercial land uses while there has been a decrease in the acreage of industrial land uses. There has also been a decrease in vacant land in the last 10 years as the city has been growing and developing over time. The existing land use analysis displays stability in the city with the biggest indicator of stability being that the largest segment of existing land use is residential. A little over half of the City's acreage is comprised of existing residential land uses with the majority of residential land area being primarily single family detached. The existing residential neighborhoods have remained constant and grown and are not transitioning to other land uses. As the city has been attracting more residents there has been a spur for more commercial development and redevelopment. Existing commercial land uses are primarily concentrated along Sebastian Boulevard and U.S. Highway 1. The commercial uses observed include retail stores, service stations, restaurants, offices, and shopping centers. Indian River County's existing land uses adjacent to the City are displayed on Map 1-2 and consist of primarily government land use patterns to the west, agricultural and very low density land use patterns to the south, commercial land use patterns to the east, and residential land use patterns to the north. The City of Sebastian contains and is surrounded by a compatible mixture of land uses. The City's sound planning principles and efforts provide a basis to continue this trend into the future. 22 HOME Table 1-2.- Existing Land Uses Land Use Acres % of Total Residential 4,328 51.56% Commercial 301 3.59% Industrial 76 0.91 % Institutional 98 1.17% Government 2,075 24.72% Agriculture 280 3.34% Miscellaneous 29 0.35% Vacant 1,205 14.36% Total 8,392 100% Source: Florida Department of Revenue Note: The Florida Department of Revenue and the City of Sebastian consist of different datasets (parcels vs. polygon shapes) resulting in a difference between the vacant and total land acreages calculated. Figure 1-1 Existing Land Uses Existing Land Uses IV Ili Residential ■ Commercial ■ Industrial ■ Institutional Government Agriculture Miscellaneous ■ Vacant Source: Florida Department of Revenue 23 Vacant Land Analysis An analysis of vacant land was conducted based on the Florida Department of Revenue's land use codes as of November 2019. Approximately 14% of the City's acreage and 19% of the City's parcels are classified as "vacant" according to these codes at the time of analysis. These parcels include vacant commercial, vacant residential, vacant institutional, vacant industrial, and nonagricultural undeveloped lands. It is important to note that many of these parcels may be in the development application process or under development, exist as remnant parcels, etc., and therefore actual vacant land supply may be less than reported. The vacant lands within the City of Sebastian are displayed on Map 1-3. The City of Sebastian is approaching full build -out, yet, still has potential for future development, redevelopment, and growth. In the past 10 years the City has not only continued to grow in population but also has continued to develop its vacant land. To understand the type of impact these vacant lands could have on the cityscape if eventually developed, it is useful to view what Future Land Use Categories they fall in. This analysis is displayed in Table 1-3, Figure 1-2, and Map 1-4 and was done by analyzing the relationship between the City's future land use designations and parcel data obtained from the Florida Department of Revenue. It is important to note that there may be a small margin of error reflected in the data due to the differences in the GIS layers and datasets used for the analysis. According to the analysis conducted, approximately half of the vacant land in the City is designated for low density residential followed by very low density residential. Vacant residential lands are typically single lots distributed throughout the existing residential areas within the City. As the population continues to grow there is development potential for more housing in the City. The next highest percentage of vacant acreage in the City is designated for commercial uses mainly distributed along Sebastian Boulevard and U.S. Highway 1. Potential commercial development may support the City's growing population into the future. However, according to a 2018 Market Analysis of the City, Sebastian is a popular destination for workers that don't mind longer commutes to job centers greater than 50 miles away to the north and south. Though Sebastian remains more of a bedroom community for these larger markets, the City may consider capitalizing on eco-tourism, nature based industries and local markets. 24 HOME Table 1-3: Vacant Parcels by Future Land Use Future Land Use Acres % of Total Vacant Designation Acreage Conservation 1 0.1 % Agriculture 0 0.0% Very Low Density 268 22.5% Residential Low Density 665 55.7% Residential Mobile Home 29 2.4% Medium Density 54 4.5% Residential Commercial Limited 9 0.8% Commercial General 66 5.5% Commercial 512 15 1.3% Riverfront Mixed Use 27 2.3% Industrial 52 4.4% Institutional 6 0.5% Total 1,192 100% Source: Florida Department of Revenue and the City of Sebastian Note: The Florida Department of Re venue and the City of Sebastian consist of different datasets (parcels vs. polygon shapes) resulting in a 13 acre (I %) difference between the vacant land acreages calculated. Figure 1-2.• Vacant Parcels by Future Land Use Vacant Parcels by Future Land Use ■ Conservation Agriculture Very Low Density Residential Low Density Residential Mobile Home ■ Medium Density Residential Commercial Limited ■ Commercial General ■ Commercial512 ■ Riverfront Mixed Use ■ Industrial ■ Institutional Source: Florida Department of Revenue 25 HOME Population Trends and Projections Projected population is the driving force behind the City's future facility needs, housing supply and demand, and land use requirements. This population analysis is a major consideration in preparing future land use designations and each of the Elements goals, objectives, and policies. Future population estimates for Sebastian identify the amount of residential land and development density allocations that will be necessary to accommodate the City's growth. According BEBR, the official population estimate of permanent residents in the City of Sebastian as of April 1, 2019 is 25,168 residents. This is a growth of 3,239 persons (15% growth rate) since the 2010 recorded census population. The Shimberg Center for Housing Studies prepares population projections for all municipalities in Florida. Population projections for the City of Sebastian through the year 2040 are shown in Table 1-4 and Figure 1-3. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the medium age in Sebastian is 53, with a breakout of the percentage of individuals in different age groups displayed in Figure 1-4. The City's race characteristics are outlined in Figure 1-5. The majority of the population is comprised of individuals who identify as White (85.9%) followed by Hispanic (6.9%) and African American (5.5%). Sebastian's future population growth is projected to be 34,567 residents by the year 2040 with an average growth rate of 8%. This is a population gain of about 9,400 people in the next 20 years. The City's projected growth will continue to provide development and redevelopment opportunities for the City. The City's growth is projected to be a little faster than the whole of Indian River County. The growth of the region is expected to continue as Indian River County expects to add another 37,400 residents over the next 20 years. The City of Sebastian has shared between 16% to 18% of the County's population since the year 2010. A small portion of the population is represented by seasonal residents who live in Sebastian during the winter months but claim another city as their permanent residence. The City's seasonal population for 2010 was 953 people and was calculated using U.S. Census Bureau data. The seasonal population projections were calculated using the ratio step-down method where the City's seasonal population was proportionally derived from the City's overall population projections. Sebastian can expect to experience population growth in both permanent and seasonal residents over the next 20 years. 26 Table 1-4. Population Projections Sebastian Indian River County Sebastian Share of Indian River County Population HOME Year Population Growth Rate Population Growth Rate 2010 21,929 - 138,028 16% 2016 23,735 8% 146,410 6% 16% 2020 25,957 9% 157,600 8% 16% 2025 28,562 10% 170,000 8% 17% 2030 30,806 8% 180,200 6% 17% 2035 32,757 6% 188,200 4% 17% 2040 34,567 6% 195,000 4% 18% Source: Bureau of Economic and Business Research and Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse Figure 1-3. City Population Projections 40,000 CITY POPULATION PROJECTIONS 35,000 30,000 25,000 V) z 0 w 20,000 a 15,000 10,000 5,000 0 2010 2016 2020 2025 2030 2035 2040 ■ Seasonal Population 953 1,029 1,122 1,234 1,333 1,413 1,498 ■ Permanent Population 21,929 23,735 25,957 28,562 30,806 32,757 34,567 Source: Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse and U.S. Census Bureau 27 ww Figure 1-4. Age Groups AGE GROUPS 35.00% 31.70% 30.00% 25.00% w l7 Q 20.00% z 15.90% w U= 15.00% 13.30% 13.50% w d 10.00% 8.20% 7.90% 9.50% 5.00% 0.00% 0-14 15-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65 or older AGE Source: U.S. Census Bureau Figure 1-5.- Race RACE 100.00% 90.00% 85.90% 80.00% w 70.00% 60.00% w 50.00% U w 40.00% a 30.00% 20.00% 10.00% 5.50% o 0 0 6.90% 0.03 /0 0.40 /0 1.10 /o - 0.00% White Black or Asian Other Multi -racial Hispanic (any African race) American RACE Source: U.S. Census Bureau P3 HOME Future Land Use Designations and Analysis The 2040 Future Land Use Map, Map 1-5, designates future land uses within the existing Sebastian City limits through the 2040 planning horizon. The 2040 Future Land Use Map incorporates the Mixed Use category to be used to accommodate future growth within the City. Indian River County's future land uses adjacent to the City are displayed in Map 1-6 to give context of the mix of residential and non-residential densities occurring adjacent to the City's boundary. The acreages of the currently adopted Future Land Use Map are shown below in Table 1-5. Table 1-5.• Future Land Use Designations and Analysis Land Use Categories Future Land Use 2025 Map Acres % of Total Agriculture 0 0.0% Very Low Density 1,073 14.0% Residential Low Density Residential 3,093 40.3% Mobile Homes 198 2.6% Medium Density 228 3% Residential Commercial Limited 22 .3% Commercial General 198 2.6% Commercial512 36 .5% Riverfront Mixed Use 191 2.5% Industrial 299 3.9% Institutional 1,249 16.3% Conservation 1,089 14.2% Total 7,676 100% Source: City of Sebastian Community Development Department Note: The Florida Department of Revenue and the City of Sebastian consist of different datasets (parcels vs. polygon shapes) resulting in a difference between the total acreages calculated. 29 Build Out Analysis Utilizing GIS and Microsoft Building Footprints, Map 1-7 was created in order to better visualize the existing build out of the City of Sebastian. To better understand the current level of development potential and the ability of the City of Sebastian to absorb the growth that is expected, a build out analysis was performed utilizing the currently adopted FLUM and vacant lands. Maximum densities and intensities were assigned to each future land use designation as documented in Table 1-6. The acreages of vacant parcels within these future land use designations were used to roughly calculate the most dense and intense development that Sebastian could potentially expect. This analysis assumes maximum build out and vacant land acreage is based on data retrieved from the Florida Department of Revenue. The build out analysis shows that the currently adopted FLUM allows for a maximum construction of approximately 4,922 dwelling units and approximately 4.3 million square feet of non-residential floor area. It should be noted that properties that are designated as Commercial Limited may not be developable in whole or in part due to existing conditions and/or limitations i.e. environmental, floodplain, etc. Current development practices indicate that nonresidential developments are not developing at the maximum density or maximum FAR (i.e. maximum FAR may be 0.5 but some are developing at 0.25 FAR) which reflects individual development programs that have a reliance on single story structures including excessive parking. The maximum construction of residential dwelling units is 4,706 according to the build out analysis. Using BEBR's expectation of 2.24 people per dwelling unit, the City of Sebastian can expect to absorb 10,541 people under the current FLUM's residential designations that have been identified as vacant utilizing the Florida Department of Revenue's data. This meets the dwelling units needed to absorb the amount of growth projected in Sebastian (9,400 persons) through at a minimum the planning period. Also, the build out analysis shows that the currently adopted FLUM allows for a maximum construction of approximately 4.3 million square feet of non-residential floor area which presents the opportunity to develop supporting non-residential development as the City's population continues to grow. 081 Table 1-6.• Build Out Analysis Future Land Vacant Maximum Maximum Use Category Acres DU/AC FAR Maximum Maximum Density Intensity DU/AC SF HOME Conservation 1 - - 0 - Agriculture 0 1 DU/5 AC - 0 - Very Low 268 3 - 804 - Density Residential Low Density 665 5 - 3,325 - Residential Mobile Home 29 5 - 145 - Medium 54 8 - 432 - Density Residential Commercial 9 - 0.6 - 235,224 Limited Commercial 66 - 0.6 - 1,724,976 General Commercial 15 - 0.5 - 326,700 512 Riverfront 27 8 0.6 216 705,672 Mixed Use Industrial 52 - 0.5 - 1,132,560 Institutional 6 - 0.6 - 156,816 Total 1,192 4,922 4,281,948 Note: The Florida Department of Revenue and the City of Sebastian consist of different datasets (parcels vs. polygon shapes) resulting in a 13 acre (1 %) difference between the vacant land acreages calculated. 31 HOME Natural Resources Inventory The presence of natural resources and the ability of land to support development within the City of Sebastian will be a major determinant for the future land use pattern. It is important to take these natural resources into consideration when guiding growth in order to avoid the potential adverse impacts of development activity. Below is an inventory of the natural resources located in the City of Sebastian. Waterbodies and Shoreline Protection Utilizing data retrieved from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Map 1-8 illustrates the waterbodies located within and surrounding the City of Sebastian. The inland areas of Sebastian include streams, lakes, ponds, canals, and waterways. Those areas of Sebastian classified as inland open waterways include Collier Creek, Schumann Lake, three unnamed lakes/ponds, Collier Waterway, and Elkcam Waterway. Wetlands are scattered throughout Sebastian, with concentrations in the northeast and southeast portions of the City. The St. Sebastian River runs along the west side of the City limits and has historically been preserved through setback restrictions. The Indian River Lagoon rests along the eastern border of Sebastian and is one of the most biologically diverse estuaries in North America. It has been designated as an Outstanding Florida Water and an Estuary of National Significance. The estuary's mangrove wetlands and salt marshes provide a plethora of benefits for the community such as filtering runoff, stabilizing sediments, maintaining water quality, and protecting shorelines from erosion. Waterways within the City should receive only minimal effects from future development. Although development will not encroach into the waterways, urban runoff from adjacent residential neighborhoods could possibly degrade their water quality. However, increases in pollution levels associated with runoff should be minimal, allowing the vegetation and wildlife now present therein to flourish for years to come. Floodplains and Coastal High Hazard Area (CHHA) Flood zones allocated in the City of Sebastian are illustrated in Map 1-9. There are several areas within the City of Sebastian which have been identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as having the potential for flooding in the 100-year storm event. Flood Zone A and AE represent the 100-year storm event flood levels. Also included in the map is the 500-year storm event area (X500). These areas are subject to rising waters due to their proximity to nearby rivers, tributaries, and lakes. The Coastal High Hazard Area (CHHA) is an area particularly vulnerable to the effects of coastal flooding from tropical storm events and is defined by section 163.3178(2)(h)9, Florida Statutes, as the area below the elevation of the category 1 storm surge line as established by a Sea, Lake, and Overland Surges from Hurricanes (SLOSH) computerized storm surge model (See Map 1-10). The City should aim to minimize the impact of natural hazards such as flooding and sea level rise to the community by directing development way from the CHHA as defined by State Statute §163.3178(2)(0, F.S. For additional flood data and maps regarding storm surge and future sea level rise reference the City's Coastal Resiliency Plan. 32 WW Air Quality The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) rates the quality of air in the City of Sebastian as good. The absence of major industries in the area helps to support the air quality in the City. Pollution generated from commercial and industrial developments within and adjacent to the City is not anticipated to adversely affect the air quality of Sebastian. Fugitive dust particles from land cleared for development may be experienced by the community, and developers should be requested to quickly replant development areas following clearing. The majority of air pollution in the City of Sebastian continues to emanate from automobile emissions. As the population in the area continues to increase so will traffic and emissions. Mineral Resources There are no significant deposits of commercially valuable minerals known to exist within the City of Sebastian. Potable Water Wells The General Development Utilities Water Well and the Whispering Palms Water Well used to be the two water wells located in Sebastian. Both of the water wells were located in the southeast part of the City. Since Indian River County Utilities has taken over the water utility service, neither well field is in use today. Soils and Topography Soils indigenous to Sebastian are a natural resource that has been an important factor in the development of the City. In earlier times, when agriculture was a major occupation, soil properties were a crucial determinant of the success of a farm or grove. Other development occurred, given the right location, on soils having the least limitations and requiring the least amount of corrective measures. Under the economics of land development today, the choice of land for a specified use is more often determined by factors such as location rather than the kind of soil. However, knowledge of the types of soil present in Sebastian is still important in assessing the limitations or reclamation that must be done to develop a site. The Indian River County Soil Survey prepared by the Soil Conservation Service and revised in September 2019 gives details of the 30 different soil types that exist in Sebastian. The soil classifications are made based upon the water table, slope, erosion potential, permeability, subsidence and organic (muck/peat) content. The soils are also rated as to their potential for development based upon those limiting properties. Soil types and topography are illustrated in Map 1-11. According to DEP's Division of Water Resource Management, there are no commercially valuable deposits of coquina, dolomite, phosphate, clay, or peat present within the City of Sebastian. No active or inactive mineral mining sites, other than sand mining along the coastal ridge in the southeast portion of the City, have been identified within the City. The City of Sebastian also does not have any specific areas of soil erosion. Erosion potential can be mitigated by reducing the time interval between the clearing of land and actual development or construction. 33 HOME Historical Resources Inventory Sebastian has a number of historic resources within its city boundaries. Historic resource data was retrieved from the Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State. The Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State maintains a central archive for Florida's historical and archaeological sites known as the Florida Master Site File. Historical structures and properties including those which are on the National Register of Historic Places are listed in in Table 1-7 and illustrated on Map 1-12. The historic resources are mainly concentrated in the northeast portion of the City. According to the Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State there are 82 structures documented in the City as having historic significance. Five (5) of which are on the National Register of Historic Places such as the Archie Smith Wholesale Fish Company, which is the only remaining intact fish house in the area from the 1920's and one of the few left in the State of Florida. The Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State delineates two historic districts in the City. Historic districts are defined by a group of historically significant structures or sites. Old Town Sebastian Historic District West includes 9 historic structures and Old Town Sebastian Historic District East includes 15 historic structures. It is important to take the historic resources in the City into consideration when guiding growth in order to avoid the potential adverse impacts of development activity. 34 Table 1- 7- Historical Resources SITE NAME ADDRESS SIGNIFICANCE FL EAST COAST R.R. 1098 FOSTER RD HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SECTION HOUSE SEMBLER, CHARLIE 1660 N INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE HUDSON, JAMES HOUSE N LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE FIELDS, LILLIAN JEWEL 1016 S LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE SCHUMANN HOUSE 1065 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SUDDARD, EDITH HOUSE 1061 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ROSE, DR DAVID HOUSE 1063 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BRADDOCK, GEORGE 1309 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ARMSTRONG HOUSE BAUGHMAN HOUSE 1525 N LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE TAYLOR, J HOUSE 1533 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HARDEE, CAPT R G MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE SITE VICKERS STORE MAIN ST & US 1 [A] HISTORICAL STRUCTURE DEVANE, FERN HOUSE 1100 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ROSE, A G HOUSE 1025 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE WALTERS GARAGE MAIN ST & US 1 [B] HISTORICAL STRUCTURE EAST COAST LUMBER & 909 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SUPPLY CO SEBASTIAN WOMENS 932 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CLUB BLDG PARK, S A HOUSE 937 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SEBASTIAN TOWN HALL 1125 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BRADDOCK, WILLIAM 1208 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE HARRISON BUILDING 1329 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE LETCHWORTH GARAGE 1330 U.S. 1 HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE CARLISLE HOUSE 1437 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MILLER, M M HOUSE US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE STEVENSON PROPERTY COOLIDGE ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BEUGNOT, JOHN 1068 MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HARDEE, MAY HOUSE 1317A OLD DIXIE HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE GATE POSTS 1317B OLD DIXIE HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CHESSER, L F HOUSE 712 HARRISON ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HURRICANE HARBOR/ 1540 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MCCAIN'S GARAGE 35 HOME MCCAIN, BOB 1541 N INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE OCEAN BREEZE SERVICE 1690 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE STATION AUGUST PARK/ 1737 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BEUGNOT/WEST PROPERTY WELLING, GEORGE 1745 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE BLAND, OKIE HOUSE 710 JACKSON ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE TAYLOR, CHARLES 909 N LOUISANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE BAUGHMAN DAIRY 1533 N LOUISANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SEBASTIAN GRAMMAR & 1225 MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL CARPENTER HOUSE 1041 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CARPENTER, ORVA 1044 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE GULLEDGE- 1053 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE LETCHWORTH-PHELPS HOME RYALL, BILL HOUSE 1056 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE (SEARS) BRADDOCK, MAURICE 709 WASHINGTON PL HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE SR 512 BUILDING SR 512 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BAMMA VICKERS 1133 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE LAWSON HOUSE CAIN-WILSON, ARDELIA 1523 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE VICKERS, STEPHEN 1141 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE CAIN HOUSE 1531 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SLOAN, DOC 1603 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PALMER HOTEL 11330/UNIT 12 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE EFFICIENCIES PALMER MOTEL 11330/UNIT 14 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE EFFICIENCIES SEBASTIAN CITY MARKER HARRISON/INDIAN R DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ASHBURNER, H HOUSE 1024 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MCPHERSON, THOMAS 1005 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE CHURCH OF GOD 925 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CHURCH OF GOD 905 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PARSONAGE 36 GRAY, JAMES HOUSE 1044A LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE DAY, B F HOUSE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE FIELD, H HOUSE 1049 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HANCOCK, CHARLES 1040 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE UNDERILL PROPERTY 128751 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE WARD PROPERTY 1736 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MAY'S 1732 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MARINA/FLOODTIDE MARINA PROPERTY WARREN PROPERTY 1720 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE FOOD TOWN STORES 1424 U.S. 1 HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PROPERTY IZZO PROPERTY 1405 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BOUDNOT PROPERTY 1302 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE FERN CARPENTER HOUSE 1036 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 9320 90TH AVENUE 9320 90TH AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1100 MAIN ST 1100 MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1101 PALMETTO AVENUE 1101 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE OFFICE HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ADDITIONAL BLDG 1 HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ADDITIONAL BLDG 2 HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ADDITIONAL BLDG 3 HARBOR LIGHTS 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1210 U.S. 1 1210 U.S. 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1053 LOUISIANA AVENUE 1053 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE UNITED METHODIST 1053 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CHURCH PARSONAGE SEBASTIAN RIVER 1117 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BAPTIST 1206 U.S. 1 1206 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1113 PALMETTO AVENUE 1113 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 700 MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 8905 90TH AVE - BLDG 1 8905 90TH AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SEBASTIAN ROADSIDE 10795 US 1 HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE RESTAURANT SMITH, ARCHIE, 1740 INDIAN RIVER DR. HISTORICAL STRUCTURE WHOLESALE FISH & NATIONAL REGISTER COMPANY 37 WW OLD TOWN SEBASTIAN HISTORIC DISTRICT WEST OLD TOWN SEBASTIAN HISTORIC DISTRICT EAST SEBASTIAN GRAMMAR AND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL LAWSON, BAMMA VICKERS, HOUSE BOUNDED BY PALMETTO AVE, LAKE AND MAIN STS. MAIN AND WASHINGTON STS., RIVERSIDE DR., FEC RAILROAD 1225 MAIN ST. 1133 US 1 HISTORICAL DISTRICT & NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORICAL DISTRICT & NATIONAL REGISTER NATIONAL REGISTER NATIONAL REGISTER Source: Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State, 2019 Summary This Land Use Data Inventory and Analysis has effectively provided the data to guide the type, location, and timing of development in an appropriate manner. The Land Use Element is the foundation of the Comprehensive Plan and is dependent upon the goals, objectives, and policies of each of the other Elements. It sets the planning framework for the City to accommodate projected growth and development, minimize adverse impacts on natural and historical resources, and maintain essential amenities at desired levels to maintain the quality of life within the City. U-1 HOME TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY ELEMENT The purpose of the Transportation & Mobility Element is to plan for a multi -modal transportation system that is safe and meets the needs of the City's residents and visitors. This Element encourages a reduction in vehicle miles travelled and also encourages improved transportation and mobility planning. The Transportation & Mobility Element establishes Level of Service (LOS) Standards for the major roadways and also recognizes the need to provide transportation alternatives to increase accessibility and provide a comprehensive transportation system. This Element addresses roadway facilities, transit facilities, availability of public parking facilities, availability of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, airport and rail line systems, and other supplementary services and programs. TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY ELEMENT 1. Encourages complete streets and transit oriented development principles to improve accessibility and livability; 2. Assures the availability of convenient and safe parking; 3. Supports efforts towards bicycle and sidewalk connections and greenway and trail opportunities; 4. Makes safety and a safe mobility network a priority for the City; 5. Considers Level of Service standards and concurrency; 6. Establishes a guideline for prioritizing projects with a consideration of sustainability, environmental, social, accessibility and equity factors; 7. Establishes policies to guide the continued development of the Sebastian Municipal Airport and related facilities; 8. Supports the minimization of negative impacts from mobility infrastructure on the environment and encourages a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through alternative mobility options 3 MW GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES Goal 2-1: Improve the Mobility Network. Provide a safe, efficient, and convenient transportation system for multiple modes of travel within the Sebastian mobility network. Objective 2-1.1: Mobility. The City shall promote roadways designed based on desired land use context which includes non -motorized modes of transportation to provide a safe and efficient multi -modal system and to provide for a possible reduction of individual motor vehicle travel. Policy 2-1.1.1: Design. The City shall include landscaping and streetscaping as roadway design components in order to enhance the aesthetic and safety of the road for all users. The City shall encourage the use of Florida native and drought tolerant plants in landscaping and streetscaping. The City will also include pedestrian and bicycle improvements as part of streetscaping projects or look for improvements to parallel facilities. The City shall continue to pursue grant opportunities for median landscaping and road beautification. Policy 2-1.1.2: Complete Streets. Implement complete streets principles in the planning, programming, and construction of all new City roadways, redesigns, and resurfacing design of existing roadways to address the needs of all users, including motorists, bicyclists, transit riders, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities. Support a pleasant environment for pedestrians and bicyclists through the incorporation of appropriate lighting, shade, and bus shelters. Roadways shall be designed based on the desired future land use context based on the FDOT Design Manual. The City will coordinate with the FDOT District Four Complete Streets Coordinator in the incorporation of FDOT's context classification system and Complete Streets Policy into future development. Policy 2-1.1.3: Prioritizing. Prioritize mobility with consideration to sustainability, environmental, social, accessibility and equity factors using the following hierarchy as a guideline for prioritizing projects based on transportation mode. Where adequate facilities exist for all modes, enhancing the quality and integration of the facilities will be prioritized based on the hierarchy of modes. The sustainable mobility hierarchy is recommended as follows; however, may be revised from time to time by the City to reflect changes/improvements in technology, available resources, cost considerations: • Walking • Bicycling and Nonmotorized Vehicles • Public Transit • Service & Freight • High Occupancy Vehicles • Taxi, Car Sharing, Private Transit 4 HOME • Registered Low Speed Vehicles (LSV) • Single -occupancy Automobiles Policy 2-1.1.4: Connection. Implement land use strategies that support "park once environments", increase vehicular trip capture, reduce vehicle dependence, promote non -vehicular travel, and decrease vehicle -miles -traveled (VMT), through development of mixed -use projects by requiring vehicular and pedestrian interconnection between adjacent properties, and by providing connections to transit facilities. Policy 2-1.1.5: Greenway Plan. Consistent with the North Indian River County Greenways Master Plan (2008), the City shall seek funding for and prepare and maintain a Greenways Plan for bicycle and pedestrian access. Policy 2-1.1.6: Bicycle Corridors. Consistent with the Indian River County Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan (2015), the City shall seek to provide adequate ROW for bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and construct where feasible bicycle ways along corridors to be specified in the Greenways Plan. Policy 2-1.1.7: Bike Paths. Bike -paths or bike lanes shall be established linking arterial, collector, and local streets and shall be implemented as part of the overall mobility network (including pedestrian and transit connections). Where bike paths are not feasible, the City may consider installing a multi -use path. Policy 2-1.1.8: Pedestrian Improvement Plan. A Pedestrian Improvement Plan that considers multi- use paths, sidewalks, and bike lanes shall be prepared and maintained by the City. Policy 2-1.1.9: Sidewalks and Multi -use Paths. Sidewalks or multi -use paths shall be mandatory on all new roadway construction. • Sidewalk width shall be provided based on land use context per the FDOT Design Manual. • Sidewalks shall be constructed, concurrently with new non-residential development, by the developer. • Except where constrained, new residential developments with densities of one or more dwelling units per acre shall provide sidewalks on both sides of every street. • Sidewalks for all developments shall be designed to provide connectivity to existing pedestrian facilities. Policy 2-1.1.10: Funding. Capital funding priority will be given to complete streets that benefit multi - modal users, greenways, recreational use areas, and along roadways between residential areas and schools. Policy 2-1.1.11: Land Development Code. The City shall develop and maintain standards in the land development code (LDC) for access and improvements to bicycle and pedestrian systems. Such standards shall apply to new developments, substantial improvements of existing developments, and to road improvements. The City shall consider other options to developers to offset their up -front costs for sidewalks and bicycle pathways; such options shall be identified within the LDC. 9 HOME Policy 2-1.1.12: Roadway Improvements. The City shall include and maintain in the LDC the provision of bicycle parking and circulation, pedestrian walkways, and handicap accessible facilities within new developments and existing developments undergoing substantial improvements. Policy 2-1.1.13: Pedestrian Design. Intersections shall be made pedestrian -friendly by limiting the pedestrian crossing width; use of adequate lighting; adequate timing for traffic signals; and the provision of facilities for the handicapped. Policy 2-1.1.14: Parking. The City shall regularly analyze, assess, and update parking requirements in the LDC to reflect actual parking trends and needs. Parking requirements may be customized for various parts of the City. Policy 2-1.1.15: Parking. The City shall develop standards, for new non-residential development, to establish a maximum number of parking spaces allowed in excess of the parking space requirements of the City's LDC, in order to encourage walking, bicycling, ridesharing, and shared parking, and to minimize the creation of excess impervious surface area. These standards will also identify site related considerations including the use of alternative parking/surfacing materials (i.e., pervious). Policy 2-1.1.16: Alternatives. Coordinate with and support efforts by FDOT, Indian River County and other strategic partners to implement Transportation System Management principles on roadways within the City, including optimization of traffic signal systems, transit prioritization, and technologies benefiting pedestrian and bicyclist movement at signalized intersections. Policy 2-1.1.17: Public Transit. In coordination with the Indian River County MPO and other appropriate partners, the City shall evaluate the need for additional public transit routes consistent with the short- and long-range plans of Indian River Transit. The City shall also include standards within the LDC for public transit facilities and amenities, including, but not limited to, covered bus shelters, benches, and bus bays to be provided with new development in areas along transit corridors and in areas with major trip generators and attractors. Policy 2-1.1.18: Transit -Oriented Development. The City shall promote transit -oriented development (TOD) through mechanisms within the LDC which provide opportunities for infill development and redevelopment that support transit ridership including within the mixed use areas. The City shall update the LDC to include site and building design standards for development in public transit corridors, including C.R. 512, to assure the accessibility of new development to public transit. Policy 2-1.1.19: Environmental Impact. The City shall implement standards in the LDC that minimize the impacts of mobility infrastructure on the environment. Objective 2-1.2: Safety. The City shall emphasize safety including the reduction of crashes involving those walking, riding a bicycle, riding or driving transit and other vehicles. Policy 2-1.2.1: Speed. The City will review posted speeds on all major roadways and areas where the desired speed is lower than the posted speed. The City will strive to design roadways that meet the 2 HOME desired speed. The City will promote traffic calming design standards on roadways that share a multi - modal component. Policy 2-1.2.2: Driveways. The City will review proposed development and redevelopment and reduce the number of driveways where possible. As properties are developed or redeveloped the City will encourage the use of connecting commercial parking areas to reduce the number of driveways. Policy 2-1.2.3: Crashes. The City shall maintain a record of traffic counts and traffic related crashes for major roadways in the City's network and update those records on an annual basis. Policy 2-1.2.4: Pedestrian Safety. Adequate pedestrian circulation and safety shall be considered as a required component of roadway system management, with implementation and required construction. Objective 2-1.3: Level of Service. The City shall adopt and adhere to level of service (LOS) standards for arterial and collector streets. Policy 2-1.3.1: Standards. The City shall use the most recent Florida Department of Transportation Quality/Level of Service Handbook criteria as a general basis for the City's LOS standards. Policy 2-1.3.2: Minimum LOS. The minimum LOS standard for arterials, collector, and local roads shall be "D." The LDC shall include standards that require the developer to design and construct street and intersection improvements where the proposed project will result in a decrease in the level of service below LOS "D." Policy 2-1.3.3: County Roadways. City and County LOS standards shall apply to City and County maintained roadway facilities. Policy 2-1.3.4: Developmental Impact. As part of the Concurrency Management System (CMS), the City shall, through the Development Review process, review proposed new developments for their impact on adopted LOS, interior circulation needs, and vehicle parking, with an emphasis on overall mobility. Policy 2-1.3.5: Corridors. The City shall coordinate with the Indian River County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) corridor studies to identify new corridors to increase north -south and east -west connectivity. The City shall encourage multi -modal components be integrated for new corridors. Policy 2-1.3.6: Corridor Study. The City shall continue to coordinate with FDOT and the MPO to pursue recommended improvements and alternative corridors identified in the Indian River County SR5/US 1 Multimodal Corridor Study (2019). Policy 2-1.3.7: Congestion. The City shall continue to partner with private developers, Indian River County and other government agencies to relieve congestion on arterial and collector roads and for improvements to the road network. Objective 2-1.4: Roadway Network. Utilize transportation system management principles to effectively maximize the operations in the existing transportation system while simultaneously reducing emissions and reducing the need for increased laneage on roadways. 7 HOME Policy 2-1.4.1: Signalization. The City shall coordinate with Indian River County and FDOT on a traffic flow management system (signal synchronization) for all future signalization along the transportation network. Policy 2-1.4.2: Design. The City will coordinate with FDOT on roadway design meeting the FDOT Design manual standards. Policy 2-1.4.3: Coordination. The City shall coordinate with Indian River County and FDOT on all connections and access points of driveways and roads to county and state roadways, respectively. Policy 2-1.4.4: Deficiencies. The City shall continue to monitor future collector and arterial roadway deficiencies and shall devise methods and budget monies to alleviate those deficiencies. Policy 2-1.4.5: Disaster Preparedness. Consistent with the Conservation & Coastal Management Element, the City shall update and maintain a plan for disaster preparedness by addressing evacuation procedures, the need for signage, and the availability and need for shelters. Evacuation plans shall be coordinated with Indian River County and FDOT. Policy 2-1.4.6: Indicators. The City shall use County and State numerical indicators for measuring the achievement of City mobility goals. Numerical Indicators shall include: • Modal Splits; and • Annual Transit Trips Per Capita. Objective 2-1.5: Future Land Use, Housing and Population. The City shall coordinate the transportation system with the adopted Future Land Use Map series and shall ensure that existing and proposed population densities, housing and employment patterns, and land uses are consistent with the mobility modes and services proposed to serve these areas. Policy 2-1.5.1: Consistency. The City shall review roadway improvements, new construction and roadway extensions proposed by other agencies for consistency with the Future Land Use Map series of the Comprehensive Plan. Policy 2-1.5.2: Traffic Study. Applications for future land use amendments to more intensive designations shall be accompanied by a traffic study analyzing the impacts of the development allowed by the new category on the citywide transportation system and the mobility of all users. Standards shall be provided in the City's LDC. Policy 2-1.5.3: Development Review. The City's Development Department shall review all future land use and zoning map amendments to determine the impact of the amendment on the LOS for all roadways directly and indirectly affected by the amendment. Policy 2-1.5.4: Compatibility. The City shall require that new development be compatible with Goals, Objectives and Policies of the Transportation & Mobility Element. Requirements for the compatibility of new development may include but are not limited to: HOME • Locating parking to the side or behind the development to provide pedestrian accessibility of building entrances and walkways to the street, rather than separating the building from the street by parking. • Providing clearly delineated pedestrian routes through parking lots to safely accommodate pedestrian and bicycle circulation and to minimize potential bicycle/pedestrian and automobile interaction. Policy 2-1.5.5: Traffic Analysis. Proposed development that is required to follow the site plan review process shall be required to submit a traffic analysis which identifies the development's impact on the City's transportation system. Policy 2-1.5.6: Roadway Standards. Proposed developed will be reviewed to include appropriate roadway standards to include bicycle and pedestrian facilities based on the FDOT Design Manual. Shade trees should also be encouraged with new development. Policy 2-1.5.7: Concurrency. Annexations and amendments to the Land Use Element shall be reviewed for their potential impacts upon the City's mobility network in order to identify any concurrency required improvements. Policy 2-1.5.8: Public Transportation. The City shall encourage land uses that promote public transportation in designated public transportation corridors. Objective 2-1.6: Connectivity. Provide for the protection of existing and future right-of-way (ROW) to ensure connectivity in the mobility network. Policy 2-1.6.1: Land Acquisition. The City shall develop a priority listing of needed ROW for the purpose of orderly and economical land acquisition. Policy 2-1.6.2: Right -of -Way. The City shall compile and maintain a listing of existing and projected needs for ROW within the urban area. Policy 2-1.6.3: Setbacks. The City shall require additional building setbacks for new construction on roadway corridors identified as needing additional ROW. Policy 2-1.6.4: ROW Standards. The City shall establish standards for donation/dedication of ROW by developers. Policy 2-1.6.5: Ensuring Connectivity. Wherever possible, the City shall require that future development reserve ROW in a gridded street network that ensures connectivity. Policy 2-1.6.6: Cul-de-sacs. Cul-de-sacs will not be encouraged. Where connectivity is not available, the City shall ensure that adequate turning areas are provided for emergency service vehicles. Policy 2-1.6.7: Public Roadways. The City shall require that roadways be dedicated to the public to connect with and shorten existing public roadways. 9 HOME Policy 2-1.6.8: Subdivisions. New subdivisions shall be required to "stub -out" to adjoining undeveloped lands to promote road connectivity, and to connect to existing roadways that are "stubbed -out" at their boundaries. The City shall require that future subdivisions with 25 units or more, at a minimum, have at least two (2) points of access open to motor vehicle traffic. Policy 2-1.6.9: Access. The City shall establish access management standards in the LDC to ensure appropriate access to the City's transportation system. Standards may include the requirement of joint - use driveways and/or cross access easements to access sites. Policy 2-1.6.10: Major Thoroughfare System. The City shall preserve the major thoroughfare system by requiring development of parallel roads or cross access easements to connect developments as they are permitted along major roads. Policy 2-1.6.11. Traffic Calming. The City shall consider developing a technical traffic calming manual identifying measures for prioritization and implementation of traffic calming measures on public roadways. Objective 2-1.7: Wayfinding. The City shall implement wayfinding mechanisms to give direction and prevent confusion for all mobility modes. Policy 2-1.7.1: Comprehensive Wayfinding System. The City shall develop and maintain a comprehensive wayfinding system that appropriately scales directional signage for both vehicular and pedestrian travel routes, as well as the location of major civic uses. Objective 2-1.8: Aviation Facilities. The City will ensure that the continued development of the Sebastian Municipal Airport, and related facilities, are consistent with the Goals, Objectives and Policies of the Land Use, Conservation & Coastal Management, and Transportation & Mobility Elements of the City's Comprehensive Plan and in accordance with Florida Statutes Ch. 330 and 333. Policy 2-1.8.1: Compatibility. The City will continue to implement and enforce the Goals, Objectives, and Policies of its Land Use Element and its LDC to ensure that the Sebastian Municipal Airport and its related facilities are protected from the encroachment of incompatible land uses. Policy 2-1.8.2: Regulations. The City will continue to implement and enforce its airport zoning regulations. These regulations address height, noise, clear zone and land use requirements. Policy 2-1.8.3: Access. The City shall continue to ensure that access routes to the Sebastian Municipal Airport are integrated with other modes of surface and water transportation. Policy 2-1.8.4: Improvements. The City shall ensure that any proposed or future transportation improvements are coordinated with the long-term development objectives of Sebastian Municipal Airport and the long-term development objectives of this Element. Policy 2-1.8.5: Facilities. The City shall continue to coordinate with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Continuing Florida Aviation System Planning Process (CFASPP) relating to facilities planning. 10 HOME Policy 2-1.8.6: Future Needs. The City shall coordinate roadway and transit service improvements with the future needs of the Sebastian Municipal Airport. Policy 2-1.8.7: Mitigation. The City will continue to minimize the adverse impacts and ensure the mitigation of adverse impacts from the Sebastian Municipal Airport or related facilities upon adjacent natural resources and land uses. Policy 2-1.8.8: Economic Development. The City will foster use of Sebastian Municipal Airport lands in a manner which contributes to the development of the City's economic base through selective pursuit of industry. Policy 2-1.8.9: Safety. The City will assure safe operation of aircraft through the following and consistent with FS 333 & FDOT Airport Compatible Land Use Guidebook: • Efficient use of air space in relation to the Sebastian Municipal Airport and surrounding airports and airways. • Maintenance and improvement of the aircraft operational ground environment. • Implementation of the Sebastian Municipal Airport design plan, which accommodates operationally compatible aircraft. Policy 2-1.8.10: Airport Master Plan. The City will support the Sebastian Municipal Airport and industrial development which is compatible with the adopted City of Sebastian Municipal Airport Master Plan (2018) and mutual environmental constraints through: • Proper on- and off- Sebastian Municipal Airport land use which protects the operationally sensitive areas and reduces noise impact near the airport. • Preserving the ecologically unique areas and the property. • Encouraging aviation activity compatible with community needs and characteristics. Policy 2-1.8.11: Financial Independence. Promote continued financial independence of the Sebastian Municipal Airport through: • Preparing periodic updates to the Sebastian Municipal Airport development plan in order to maximize land resources within the constraints imposed by changing conditions; markets for land, goods and services; as well as constraints imposed by other goals, objectives and policies of the City. • Development of a long-range capital improvements program consistent with financial capacity. • Development of an operations and maintenance program compatible with financial resources. • Keeping consistent with FDOT's Guidebook for Airport Master Planning and FDOT's Florida Statewide Aviation Economic Impact Study Policy 2-1.8.12: Intergovernmental Coordination. Specific Objectives and Policies regarding intergovernmental coordination and this Element are provided and identified in the Governance & Implementation Element. 11 HOME DATA INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS INTRODUCTION The purpose of the Transportation & Mobility Element is to plan for a transportation system that emphasizes residents' accessibility to goods and services and supports the Land Use Element. The Element also encourages a reduction in vehicle miles travelled and also encourages better transportation planning. The Transportation & Mobility Element establishes Level of Service (LOS) standards for the major roadways and supports land development policies that promote other transportation alternatives. An essential base for planning a transportation system is the Land Use Element. The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) can guide where new or improved transportation facilities may be needed. The Transportation & Mobility Element assesses the condition and capacity of the existing transportation facilities, projects future needs, sets LOS standards for roads, and determines future system improvements. Roadway LOS standards are established to ensure that adequate facility capacity for future development is concurrently sufficient with the issuance of development orders and development permits. These standards will be established for each roadway link consistent with the facility type, and current Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) LOS guidelines. The Transportation & Mobility Element also recognizes the need to provide transportation alternatives to increase accessibility and provide a comprehensive transportation system. Therefore, this Element addresses roadway facilities, transit facilities, availability of public parking facilities, availability of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, airport and rail line systems, and other ancillary services and programs. INVENTORY An efficient transportation system should provide access to various land uses through alternative transportation modes. The overview of the existing multi -modal transportation system within the City of Sebastian provides the basis for analyzing existing transportation deficiencies and needs within the City. This section will identify existing roadway and transit facilities, availability of public parking facilities, availability of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, airport facilities, train facilities and other ancillary services and programs. Road System This section describes the major roadway facilities within the City and their relative function in the City's circulation system. The traffic circulation system can generally be described as a small area of curvilinear gridded streets in the town center and a collection of disconnected rural roads surrounding the City. The following is a description of the major roadways in the City of Sebastian. US 1 (Indian River Lagoon Scenic Highway) is under the jurisdiction of FDOT and serves as an urban principal arterial connecting the City of Sebastian with cities such as Melbourne, Vero Beach, and Fort Pierce. U.S. 1 runs along the state's east coast from Key West to Jacksonville. The portion of US 1 that passes through the City of Sebastian is part of the Indian River Lagoon Scenic Highway. The Indian River Lagoon Scenic Highway is a 130- mile long scenic byway located along the shores of the Indian River lagoon. US 1 in the City of Sebastian is a 12 HOME divided four (4) lane facility located on the east side of the City parallel to the Indian River Lagoon. This road provides a linkage for both inter- and intra-state traffic between the north and south portions of the state and into Georgia. Since US 1 is the primary north -south route through the City of Sebastian, local traffic also uses this road on a frequent basis. Sebastian Boulevard (County Road 512) is a divided four (4) lane facility under the jurisdiction of Indian River County and serves as an urban minor arterial for the City, providing access to US 1 and Interstate 95. County Road 512 runs diagonal through the center of the City south from County Road 510 and splits becoming unidirectional prior to terminating into US 1. Wabasso Road (County Road 510) is a two (2) lane facility under the jurisdiction of Indian River County and serves as a county minor arterial for the City, providing access to US 1 and Sebastian Boulevard (County Road 512). County Road 510 runs in an east -west direction just south of the City and turns north and connects to County Road 512 on the western side of the City. Roseland Road is an undivided two (2) lane facility under the jurisdiction of Indian River County and serves as an urban collector for the City of Sebastian. County Road 505 runs along the west side of the City from US 1 to County Road 512 at the southeast corner of the City's limits, connecting the City with the unincorporated community of Roseland. Barber Street is an undivided two (2) lane facility that provides a semi -circular transverse across the southern and western portion of the City. Barber Street is under the jurisdiction of the City and serves as an urban collector. Barber Street's semicircular route along the southern and western portion of the City begins on the south eastern side of the City at US 1 and ends on the north western side of the City at Lake Drive. This road is characterized by its curvilinear design. Easy Street is an undivided two (2) lane facility provides north south access from Main Street on the north western side of the City, near the airport, to Schumann Drive in the southern central portion of the City. Easy Street is under the jurisdiction of the City and serves as an urban local road. Fleming Street is an undivided two (2) lane facility provides north south access from Main Street on the north western side of the City, near the airport, to South Easy Street in the southern central portion of the City. Fleming Street is under the jurisdiction of the City and serves as an urban collector. Fleming Street is characterized by its functionality as a north -south connector alternative to Easy Street, Barber Street, and Powerline Drive. Main Street is an undivided two (2) lane facility provides diagonal north -south access on the north western side of the City, near the Sebastian Municipal Golf Course. Main Street is under the jurisdiction of the City and serves as an urban collector. The south-western terminus of Main Street begins at Wimbrow Drive. The north- eastern terminus of Main Street is at US 1. Laconia Street is an undivided, north -south, two (2) lane facility from Sebastian Boulevard to Concha Drive. Laconia Street is under the jurisdiction of the City and serves as an urban collector for the City of Sebastian. Schumann Drive is an undivided two (2) lane facility from Barber Street to Beach Lane and a divided two (2) lane facility from Beach Lane to US 1, under the jurisdiction of the City and serves as an urban collector for the 13 HOME City of Sebastian. Within the City, Schumann Drive runs north -south along the eastside of the City from Barber Street to US 1 and can be characterized by its curvilinear design. Englar Drive is an undivided two (2) lane facility under the jurisdiction of the City and serves as an urban collector for the City. Englar Drive provides an east -west connection from Barber Street to Schumann Street. Englar Drive allows the primary residential area access to US 1 and the commercial districts. Jurisdiction and Maintenance Responsibility The jurisdictional responsibility of each roadway in the City of Sebastian is displayed on Map 2-1. There is one State roadway, US 1 and three County roadways, CR 510, CR 512 and CR 505. Several minor roadway segments that function as local collectors, under City jurisdiction, have also been shown on the map. Functional Classification The functional classification of major roads in the City of Sebastian is illustrated in Map 2-2. The functional classification of public roads in this Element is based on FDOT criteria, which considers quantitative and qualitative factors such as jurisdiction, land access, route length, and trip lengths. A road hierarchy is used to identify relative importance of roads within the system; provide guidance for LOS and design standards; aid in establishing improvement priorities; identify maintenance responsibility; and, assist in determining funding and financing policies. The hierarchy used in this Element includes: Limited Access Facilities/Freeways: Designed to provide regional mobility via uninterrupted flow at high travel speeds for regional trips. Access spacing is generally on the order of one mile or more, and average travel speeds are above 40 miles per hour. There is no direct land access, and urban freeways are multilane, divided facilities. Lane access is always via ramps to major arterials or frontage roads. There are currently no limited access facilities within the City of Sebastian. Strategic Intermodal System (SIS): While the City does not have any Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) roadways in or near the municipal limits, there are two SIS facilities located within the City: the Florida East Coast Railroad and the Intercoastal Waterway. Arterials: Provide regional mobility via both uninterrupted flow and interrupted flow segments. Arterials provide mobility around and through urban and community cores and accommodate relatively long trip lengths as opposed to providing access to adjacent properties. Arterials are further classified as "Urban" or "Rural" depending on the road location, "Principal", "Major" or "Minor" depending on its function and relative importance and as Class I, II, or III based on the number of signals per mile, access controls, geometric cross sections, and speed limits for performance purposes. Collectors: Provide for movement between local streets and the arterial network. Collectors serve residential, commercial and industrial areas and are further classified as urban or rural based on location and area served. Local Roads: Provide direct access to abutting properties. Local roads accommodate traffic originating in or traveling to properties within a neighborhood, commercial or industrial development. Local roads are not considered part of the major thoroughfare system. 14 HOME Existing Characteristics of Major Trip Generators and Attractors Overall, the location of major trip generators and attractors influences roadway improvement needs as well as the demand for transit. Trip production areas are those portions of the City where major residential developments are located because this is where trips are generated. All of the Sebastian Highlands would be considered a trip production area. Trip attraction areas are locations with shopping, recreation, medical, employment, and other facilities, generally the location of the trip ends. People are attracted to these areas by the services or facilities available there. The major traffic attractors within the City include several Publix Shopping Centers, the Wal-Mart Superstore, Sebastian River Medical Center, the Post Office, the Municipal Golf Course, the Municipal Airport, as well as the City's boat ramps. Other facilities that are classified as minor traffic attractors include City Hall, the schools, City parks, businesses in the waterfront area, and the North County Library. Existing Modal Split and Vehicle Occupancy Rates Throughout the Sebastian area, single occupancy vehicle trips account for the vast majority of all trips in Indian River County. This is due in part to the lack of mass transit and bicycle/pedestrian ways in 2000. However, since 2000 the transit system has increasingly gained popularity and has steadily increased ridership each year. Automobile travel continues to be the easiest and most convenient mode of travel. Alternative modes of transportation are less attractive because accessibility is limited, and freedom of travel is restricted. Population Characteristics According to the University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR), Sebastian's official population estimate as of 2019 is 25,168 residents. According to the 2013-2017 American Community Survey, approximately 92% of the workers living in Sebastian drove to work alone, 8% drove to work in a carpool, and 0.1 % took public transportation to work. Constrained Facilities Section 339.155, Florida Statutes, makes governmental police powers available to preserve and protect property necessary for transportation corridors and recommends that needed rights -of -way be acquired as far in advance of construction as possible. FDOT requests that local governments identify constrained roadways in their comprehensive plans to ensure maintenance of the operating conditions, so that significant degradation in the LOS does not occur. A constrained roadway is one in which adding two or more through lanes to meet current or future needs is not possible due to physical, environmental or policy barriers. There are currently no designated constrained roadway segments within the City limits. Accident Locations Accident analysis is critical because it provides a tool for City and State officials to recommend appropriate safety measures. Accident frequency along with roadway performance can be used to prioritize future roadway needs. Accident data, based on written crash reports, was compiled by the City of Sebastian Police Department from January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2019. The three (3) intersections with the highest number of accidents, in descending order, were: Roseland Road and Sebastian Boulevard, Jackson Street and US 1 (28 accidents), and Barber Street and Sebastian Boulevard (28 accidents. Table 2-1 lists the other intersections in the City that were identified in the written crash reports. 15 Table 2- 1: Written Crash Reports (Intersections) - Updated Intersection Jackson St & US 1 Roseland Rd & Sebastian Blvd Main St & US 1 Barber St & Sebastian Blvd Fleming St & Sebastian Blvd Easy St & Sebastian Blvd Barber St & Schumann Dr Delaware Ave & Sebastian Blvd Number of Crashes 28 36 27 28 18 16 6 8 HOME Source: City of Sebastian Po/ice Department, Written Crash Reports for the Period of 1111207 to 1213112019 Signalized Intersections County Road 512 and US 1 are the only two major corridors with signalized intersections within the City. There are currently traffic signals at the following intersections of County Road 512: County Road 510 (90th Avenue), County Road 505 (Roseland Road), Barber Street, Fleming Street, Easy Street, Delaware Avenue and US 1. There are seven traffic signals at the following intersections of US 1: Jackson Street, County Road 505 (Roseland Road), Main Street, County Road 512 (EB and WB), Schumann Drive, Barber Street and County Road 510 (Wabasso Road). US 1 in this area has less than two signals per mile, qualifying the roadway as a Class I State two-way Arterial. The intersection of Barber Street and Schumann Drive is also signalized. Evacuation Routes Sebastian is a coastal community and in the event of a hurricane or natural disaster evacuation routes must be delineated. Residents living in mobile homes are required to evacuate even in the event of a Category 1 hurricane, which is the least severe type of hurricane. Map 2-3 depicts the principal evacuation routes for the City. The Conservation & Coastal Management Element of this plan addresses hurricane evacuation in detail. Though not part of the City of Sebastian, the residents living on the barrier island are required to evacuate during a Category 1 hurricane. As indicated in the Conservation & Coastal Management Element, the Regional Planning Council has done several hurricane evacuation studies for the Treasure Coast area, including Sebastian. The last hurricane evacuation study update was done in 2016 prepared by Indian River County. The City of Sebastian participates with the Indian River County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) regarding hurricane evacuation and other emergency management activities. Indian River County's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan identifies CR 512, CR 510, Roseland Road (CR 505), US 1 and Interstate 95 as the primary evacuation routes. US 1 runs north and south along the Indian River Lagoon through the County and would be used by a number of people evacuating from the surrounding counties. County Road 512 runs diagonally through the City predominately east and west, which would provide Sebastian residents an evacuation route connection from Interstate 95 and US 1. Clearance time is defined as the time required to clear the roadways of all vehicles evacuating in response to a hurricane or other severe weather event. Clearance time is determined by three factors: mobilization time, travel time, and delay time. From a transportation system perspective, travel time and delay time are important because 16 HOME those times, to a great extent, are dependent upon roadway characteristics. Indian River County's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan showed that the clearance time for Indian River County range from 12.5 to 27 hours. Airport The City of Sebastian owns and operates a 625 acre general aviation airport consistent with the adopted City of Sebastian Municipal Airport Master Plan (2018). The Sebastian Municipal Airport is generally located north of CR 512 between CR 505 and US 1. Access to the airport facilities is on Main Street and Roseland Road. The airport has two asphalt runways which are 3,200 feet long and 75 feet wide and 4,000 feet long and 100 feet wide. This facility houses several aviation related businesses. The primary use for this facility is related to general aviation, related businesses, skydiving and flight -training. There are no passenger related flights currently operating out of this airport. The airport is surrounded, on its south and east boundary, by a City owned and operated municipal golf course. On the northeast side of the airport, an approximately 112 acre conservation parcel was purchased by the St. Johns River Water Management District. Located on the westside, and adjacent to the airport, is an industrial district, which provides space for office, industrial, and supporting uses for the airport. Rail An active railroad system runs parallel to US 1 on its west side. Approximately 10 trains per day use these rail lines. This rail line is used predominately for freight transport of goods to and from south Florida. There are no passenger stations along this stretch of rail line within the City or within a close proximity. Brightline is currently in the process of adding tracks to this railroad system. Public Transit System Currently, GoLine Indian River Transit (IRT) provides service to the City of Sebastian with five (5) routes. See Map 2-4 for the GoLine routes within the City. In addition to participating with the IRT GoLine transit system, the City of Sebastian utilizes the County's transportation disadvantage program known as the Community Coach. The Community Coach vehicle is a smaller size bus than the full-length traditional route buses. The Community Coach system is headquartered in Vero Beach. This program was created to help provide a transportation option to individuals because of an ailment, age, or disability, are incapable of using private transportation. This system is available for transport to medical appointments, employment centers, education facilities and essential life supporting daily regimes. Parking System Public parking in the City of Sebastian consists mainly of off-street parking. The City has several free parking lots and also provides on -street parking at various locations throughout town. The City of Sebastian Riverfront Parking Study (2011) evaluates existing supply and demand for parking in the Riverfront and projects future parking demand. Bicycle System The City of Sebastian recognizes the need to provide transportation alternatives to increase accessibility and provide a comprehensive transportation system. Currently, Sebastian does not have a citywide comprehensive system of bicycle facilities. However, the City does have an off -road bicycle/pedestrian path along the north side 17 HOME of CR 512 and on -street facilities on portions of US1. This three-mile path was a railroad right-of-way which the County converted into a recreation path. Pedestrian System The City has a relatively comprehensive sidewalk system throughout the City. However, some portions of the City are disjointed, with sidewalks available on one side of the roadway facility but not located on the opposite side. Based on the current LDC, developments are required to construct sidewalks along collector and arterial roads. Intermodal Facilities Intermodal facilities are those traffic circulation components that accommodate and interconnect different modes of transportation and serve the movement of people and goods. The City of Sebastian has water, rail, and air intermodal facilities that interconnect different modes of transportation. TRANSPORTATION ANALYSIS Transportation can have a major role shaping the spatial and functional organization of a community. It can determine the size, scale, status and identity of a community. However, there are other contributing factors that need to be considered, such as the personal, social, physical, environmental, economic and cultural attributes of the community. This section analyzes existing and projected future conditions of the transportation system to provide a comprehensive assessment of the various transportation facilities and services, and their relationship with existing land uses. This section also addresses growth trends. The analysis provides an examination of the current and future performance of the roadway system as well as the transit performance. Other modes of transportation are also addressed for additional opportunities in lieu of the automobile. Future travel demand estimates are based on the population growth rate and the employment -to- population ratio. This analysis includes a comprehensive approach to the future transportation demand. Included within this analysis are future plans for bicycle, pedestrian, transit and roadway facilities. Also included are potential strategies to help alleviate future demand on constrained and overcapacity facilities. Roadway Current Performance The roadway LOS concept is defined in the FDOT 2009 Quality/ Level of Service Handbook as a qualitative assessment of the road user's perception of the quality of flow and is measured by a scale of driver satisfaction. The scale ranges from "A" to "F", with "A" representing the most favorable driving conditions and 7" representing the least favorable. FDOT adopted statewide minimum LOS standards for the State highway system. The minimum LOS standards are used for planning applications, including the review of local government plans. The generalized maximum volume tables provided by FDOT are guidelines recommended for broad planning applications. They are to be used as a general guide to determine highway LOS and through -lane requirements. Minimum level -of -service standards recommended for the state system are shown on Table 2-2. The standardized descriptions of service levels used in transportation planning are as follows: In HOME LOS A: A condition of road performance where traffic density is very low, with little or no restrictions in maneuverability. Drivers can maintain their desired speed with little or no delay. LOS B: A condition of road performance where traffic density is low, and vehicles travel with operating speeds somewhat restricted by other vehicles. Drivers still have reasonable freedom to select their speeds. LOS C: A performance condition where operating speeds are determined by other vehicles, permitting a stable traffic flow. Drivers might have limitations to maneuver and to increase speeds. LOS D: A condition of road performance where traffic density is high but tolerable. Fluctuations in traffic volumes may cause reductions in operating speeds. Drivers have little freedom to maneuver. In some instances, traffic flows approach unstable conditions. LOS E: Represents traffic operation near the roadway capacity or maximum service volume. Vehicles flow at unstable conditions. Stop -and -go situations may happen. In freeways or limited access roads, speeds are near thirty (30) miles per hour and traffic density is high. LOS F: This condition usually results from long lines of vehicles backing up because the traffic volume exceeds the roadway capacity. The vehicles are forced to operate at very low speeds. Stop -and -go situations are frequent and in extreme cases, vehicles stop for long periods of time. The existing performance of the roadway system represents the operating level of the facilities and will identify current deficiencies, if any exist. The analysis found no current deficiencies on any roadway serving the City. 19 .0.1 Table 2-2. FDOT Minimum Levels of Service Standards Rural Areas Transitioning Urbanized Urbanized Roadways Constrained Urbanized Areas Areas Over Parallel to and Areas, Urban Under 500,000 Exclusive Backlogged Areas, or 500,000 Transit Roadways communities Facilities INTRASTATE Limited Access Highway B C C(D) D(E) D(E) Maintain (Freeway) Controlled Access Highways B C C D E Maintain OTHER STATE ROADS Two -Lane B C D D E Maintain Multilanes C C D D E Maintain Note: Level ofservice standards inside ofparentheses apply to general use lanes only when exclusive through lanes exist. Source: FDOT Level of Service Standards, 2009. Availability of Transportation Facilities and Services to Serve Existing Land Uses Current and future land use patterns have a substantial influence on the characteristics of the transportation system. Table 2-3 illustrates the primary land uses served by each transportation facility. 20 HOME Table 2-3. Transportation Facilities and Land Uses Served — Updated Roadways Lanes Length Category Primary Land Uses Principal Commercial General, Commercial Limited, Industrial, Institutional, Arterial and Residential Low Density US 1 4 4.0 County Rd 510 2 3.5 County Minor Improved Pasture/Citrus Arterial County Rd 512 County Minor Commercial General, Residential Low Density, Residential Medium Arterial Density; Residential Mobile Home Development; Industrial, and 4 4.1 Institutional Roseland (County 2 Rd 505) Barber St 2 Easy St (Main to 2 512) Fleming St 2 Laconia St (Periwinkle to 2 Roseland) Main St (Fleming 2 to US1) Schumann Dr 2 2.0 County Residential Low Density, Industrial, and Institutional Collector 5.1 City Collector Residential Low Density and Institutional 1.0 City Collector Residential Low Density, Commercial Limited, and Institutional 2.0 City Collector 1.1 City Collector 1.2 City Collector 2.9 City Collector Easy St (512 to 2 1.5 Significant Englar) Local Streets Englar Dr 2 1.2 Significant Local Streets Indian River Dr 2 2.0 Significant Local Streets Residential Low Density Residential Low Density Residential Low Density; Institutional Residential Low Density, Residential Medium Density, and Institutional Residential Low Density Residential Low Density and Institutional Commercial General, Commercial Limited, Institutional, Residential Low Density, and Residential Mobile Home Development 21 Roadways Lanes Length Category Louisiana Ave/High St (From Main to 2 0.7 Significant 512 East) Local Streets Vocelle Ave 2 0.8 Significant Local Streets Wimbrow Dr 2 2.8 Significant Local Streets Source: City of Sebastian, 2018. HOME Primary Land Uses Commercial General, Industrial, Institutional, Residential Low Density, Residential Mobile Home Development, Residential Medium Density Commercial General and Residential Low Density Residential Low Density and Residential Medium Density Intermodal Facilities The City of Sebastian has water, rail, and air intermodal facilities that interconnect different modes of transportation. If the demand on roadway capacities become strained the need for additional intermodal facilities will develop. The projected demand on the roadway system indicates that additional intermodal facilities may not be necessary in the future. Future Growth Projections The year 2020 volumes were determined by the growth rate between the 2015 AADT volumes and the 2018 AADT volumes provided by the Florida Department of Transportation Historical AADT Report. From this data, the yearly growth rate was determined as 4.29%. To account for future 5-year and 20-year growth on the roadways, the projected 2040 volumes provided by the Indian River County Base Cost Feasible Plan Daily Volumes published by Indian River County MPO were adjusted based on the 2020 volumes to ensure none of the 2040 project volumes were less than the existing volumes. This long-range growth rate was determined as 0.21 % and was compounded annually. Future Roadway Performance This subsection provides an analysis of the projected traffic circulation system needs. These needs are based on the anticipated travel demand and operating characteristics of major roadways. Tables 2-4 through 6 and Maps 2-5 through 2-7 show the 2020, 2025, and 2040 expected traffic conditions. All roadway segments modeled comply with the FDOT LOS standards as described above. 22 Table 2-4: Existing Leve/ of Service, 2020 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) Peak (3) Peak (4) (5) Maximum Service 2020 Class Type Lanes AADT K Direction Peak Volume LOS 2020 Factor Hour A B C D E US 1 (Indian Roseland Jackson Principal Class 1 4 31,742 9 15,836 1,425 1,560 1,890 1,960 B River Lagoon Road Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) US 1 (Indian Jackson Main Street Principal Class 1 4 30,961 River Lagoon Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) 9 15,681 1,411 1,560 1,890 1,960 US 1 (Indian Main Street County Principal Class 1 4 30,961 9 River Lagoon Road 512 Arterial Scenic Hwy.) WB US 1 (Indian County County Principal Class 1 4 30,961 9 River Lagoon Road 512 Road 512 Arterial Scenic Hwy.) WB EB US 1 (Indian County Schumann Principal Class 1 4 31,101 9 River Lagoon Road 512 Dr Arterial Scenic Hwy.) EB US 1 (Indian Schumann Barber Principal Class 1 4 31,125 9 River Lagoon Dr Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) US 1 (Indian Barber Wabasso Principal Class 1 4 31,125 9 River Lagoon Street Road Arterial Scenic Hwy.) County Road County Roseland Minor Class 1 4 23,818 9 512 Road 510 Road Arterial Non - State 15,681 1,411 1,560 1,890 1,960 15,681 1,411 1,560 1,890 1,960 15,743 1,417 1,560 1,890 1,960 16,494 1,484 1,560 1,890 1,960 16,494 1,484 1,560 1,890 1,960 11,987 1,079 1,4041,701 1,764 0 IV 0 N. L3 0 0 24 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) Peak (3) Peak (4) (5) Maximum Service 2020 Class Type Lanes AADT K Direction Peak Volume LOS 2020 Factor Hour A B C D E County Road Roseland Barber Minor Class II 4 17,563 9 8,793 791 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Road Street Arterial Non - State County Road Barber Fleming Minor Class II 4 16,602 9 8,582 772 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Street Street Arterial Non - State County Road Fleming Winbrow Minor Class II 4 15,973 9 8,401 756 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Street Drive Arterial Non - State County Road Winbrow Easy Street Minor Class II 4 15,973 9 8,401 756 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Drive Arterial Non - State County Road Easy Street Delaware Minor Class II 4 15,531 9 7,775 700 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Avenue Arterial Non - State County Road Delaware US 1 Minor Class II 4 15,510 9 8,079 727 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Avenue Arterial Non - State Roseland Road County North City Collector Class 1 2 10,637 9 5,410 487 459 738 792 C (County Road Road 512 Limits Non- 505) State Schumann Dr South City Barber Collector Class II 2 8,918 9 420 1,1971,5931,683 C (66th Ave) Limits Street Non - State 25 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) Peak (3) Peak (4) (5) Maximum Service 2020 Class Type Lanes AADT K Direction Peak Volume LOS 2020 Factor Hour A B C D E Schumann Dr Barber Englar Drive Collector Class 1 2 4,133 9 195 459 738 792 B Street Non - State Schumann Dr Englar Drive us 1 Collector Class 1 2 3,263 9 154 459 738 792 B Non - State Englar Drive Barber S Easy Collector Class 1 2 2,284 9 108 459 738 792 B Street Street Non - State Englar Drive S Easy Schumann Collector Class 1 2 4,133 9 195 459 738 792 B Street Dr Non - State Fleming Street County Main Street Collector Class 1 2 2,828 9 133 459 738 792 B Road 512 Non - State Main Street us 1 Fleming Collector Class 1 2 1,196 9 56 459 738 792 B Street Non - State Main Street Fleming Winbrow Collector Class 1 2 1,686 9 79 459 738 792 B Street Drive Non - State Easy Street Main Street Englar Drive Local Class 1 2 2,828 9 133 332 533 572 B Other 26 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) Peak (3) Peak (4) (5) Maximum Service 2020 Class Type Lanes AADT K Direction Peak Volume LOS 2020 Factor Hour A B C D E Laconia Street County County Collector Class 1 2 5,873 9 276 459 738 792 B Road 512 Road 510 Non - State County Road County 82nd Ave Minor Class II 4 15,692 9 8,153 734 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Road 512 Arterial Non - State County Road 82nd Ave 70th Ave Minor Class 11 4 15,692 9 8,153 734 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State County Road 70th Ave 66th Ave Minor Class II 4 15,396 9 7,921 713 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State County Road 66th Ave 58th Ave Minor Class II 4 14,558 9 7,357 662 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State Barber Street us 1 Schumann Local Class 1 2 9,244 9 435 332 533 572 C Dr Other Barber Street Schumann Englar Drive Collector Class 1 2 9,244 9 435 459 738 792 B Dr Non - State Barber Street Englar Drive County Collector Class 1 2 9,244 9 435 459 738 792 B Road 512 Non - State 27 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) Peak (3) Peak (4) (5) Maximum Service 2020 Class Type Lanes AADT K Direction Peak Volume LOS 2020 Factor Hour A B C D E Barber Street County Winbrow Collector Class 1 2 2,719 9 128 459 738 792 B Road 512 Drive Non - State (1) The 2020 volumes were derived from Indian River County Traffic Engineering 2018 Traffic Volume Report and an area wide growth rate was applied to each link (FDOT Online 2015 - 2018) to determine 2020 volumes (2) 'K'factor was provided by the FDOT Traffic Online (3) The peak direction was provided by the Indian River County Traffic Engineering Annual Traffic Counting Report (2018) (4) Peak hour is the peak direction multiplied by K' factor or AADT 2020 volume multiplied by FDOT K' factor and direction D' factor. m Tab/e 2-5.- Year 2025 Projected Roadway Performance Road Name From To Functional ^Class No. of AADT (1) AADT (2) (3) (4) (5) Maximum Service 2025 Class Type Lanes 2020 Growth 2025 Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS Rate Factor 'D' Hour Factor A B C D E US 1 (Indian Roseland Jackson Principal Class 1 4 31,742 32,093 9 50 1,444 1,560 1,890 1,960 B River Lagoon Road Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) US 1 (Indian Jackson Main Street Principal Class 1 4 30,961 31,303 9 51 1,437 1,560 1,890 1,960 B River Lagoon Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) US 1 (Indian Main Street County Principal Class 1 4 30,961 31,303 9 51 1,437 1,560 1,890 1,960 B River Lagoon Road 512 Arterial Scenic Hwy.) WB US 1 (Indian County County Principal Class 1 4 30,961 31,303 9 51 1,437 1,560 1,890 1,960 B River Lagoon Road 512 Road 512 Arterial Scenic Hwy.) WB EB US 1 (Indian County Schumann Principal Class 1 4 31,101 31,445 9 51 1,443 1,560 1,890 1,960 B River Lagoon Road 512 Dr Arterial Scenic Hwy.) EB US 1 (Indian Schumann Barber Principal Class 1 4 31,125 31,469 9 53 1,501 1,560 1,890 1,960 B River Lagoon Dr Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) US 1 (Indian Barber Wabasso Principal Class 1 4 31,125 31,469 9 53 1,501 1,560 1,890 1,960 B River Lagoon Street Road Arterial Scenic Hwy.) County Road County Roseland Minor Class 1 4 23,818 24,081 9 50 1,404 1,7641,701 1,404 B 512 Road 510 Road Arterial Non - State 29 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of AADT (1) AADT (2) (3) (4) (5) Maximum Service 2025 Class Type Lanes 2020 Growth 2025 Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS Rate Factor 'D' Hour Factor A B C D E County Road Roseland Barber Minor Class II 4 17,563 17,757 9 50 799 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Road Street Arterial Non - State County Road Barber Fleming Minor Class II 4 16,602 16,785 9 52 786 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Street Street Arterial Non - State County Road Fleming Winbrow Minor Class II 4 15,973 16,149 9 53 770 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Street Drive Arterial Non - State County Road Winbrow Easy Street Minor Class II 4 15,973 16,149 9 53 770 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Drive Arterial Non - State County Road Easy Street Delaware Minor Class II 4 15,531 15,703 9 50 707 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Avenue Arterial Non - State County Road Delaware us 1 Minor Class II 4 15,510 15,681 9 52 734 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Avenue Arterial Non - State Roseland County North City Collector Class 1 2 10,637 10,755 9 51 494 459 738 792 C Road (County Road 512 Limits Non - Road 505) State Schumann Dr South City Barber Collector Class II 2 8,918 9,017 9 424 1,1971,5931,683 C (66th Ave) Limits Street Non - State 30 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of AADT (1) AADT (2) (3) (4) (5) Maximum Service 2025 Class Type Lanes 2020 Growth 2025 Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS Rate Factor 'D' Hour Factor A B C D E Schumann Dr Barber Englar Collector Class 1 2 4,133 0.22% 4,179 9 197 459 738 792 B Street Drive Non - State Schumann Dr Englar us 1 Collector Class 1 2 3,263 3,299 9 155 459 738 792 B Drive Non - State Englar Drive Barber S Easy Collector Class 1 2 2,284 2,309 9 109 459 738 792 B Street Street Non - State Englar Drive S Easy Schumann Collector Class 1 2 4,133 4,179 9 197 459 738 792 B Street Dr Non - State Fleming County Main Street Collector Class 1 2 2,828 2,859 9 135 459 738 792 B Street Road 512 Non - State Main Street us 1 Fleming Collector Class 1 2 1,196 1,209 9 57 459 738 792 B Street Non - State Main Street Fleming Winbrow Collector Class 1 2 1,686 1,705 9 80 459 738 792 B Street Drive Non - State Easy Street Main Street Englar Local Class 1 2 2,828 2,859 9 135 332 533 572 B Drive Other 31 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of AADT (1) AADT (2) (3) (4) (5) Maximum Service 2025 Class Type Lanes 2020 Growth 2025 Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS Rate Factor 'D' Hour Factor A B C D E Laconia County County Collector Class 1 2 5,873 5,938 9 280 459 738 792 B Street Road 512 Road 510 Non - State County Road County 82nd Ave Minor Class II 4 15,692 15,865 9 52 742 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Road 512 Arterial Non - State County Road 82nd Ave 70th Ave Minor Class 11 4 15,692 15,865 9 52 742 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State County Road 70th Ave 66th Ave Minor Class II 4 15,396 15,566 9 51 714 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State County Road 66th Ave 58th Ave Minor Class II 4 14,558 14,719 9 51 676 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State Barber Street US 1 Schumann Local Class 1 2 9,244 9,346 9 440 332 533 572 C Dr Other Barber Street Schumann Englar Collector Class 1 2 9,244 9,346 9 440 459 738 792 B Dr Drive Non - State Barber Street Englar County Collector Class 1 2 9,244 9,346 9 440 459 738 792 B Drive Road 512 Non - State 32 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of AADT (1) AADT (2) (3) (4) (5) Maximum Service 2025 Class Type Lanes 2020 Growth 2025 Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS Rate Factor 'D' Hour Factor A B C D E Barber Street County Winbrow Collector Class 1 2 2,719 2,749 9 129 459 738 792 B Road 512 Drive Non - State (1) Growth rate derived from 2020 volumes provided by Indian River County Traffic Engineering and 2040 volumes provided by the Indian River County MPO = 0.22% /year (2) K' factor was provided by the FDO T Traffic Online (3) The direction D' factor was derived from the year 2020 peak direction volume divided by the 2020 AADT volume from the Indian River County Traffic Engineering Annual Traffic Counting Report (2098) (4) Peak hour volumes were determined by applying the K' factor and the direction D' factor to the year 2025 volumes 'Direction 'D' Factor = 52.3 provided by FDOT Traffic Online (5) Service volumes based on 2009 FDOT Quality/LOS Handbook Class type uses generalized standard volumes and 'non -state' applied a -10% reduction and 'other' applied a -35% reduction to the generalized service volume 33 Tab/e 2-6.- Year 2040 Projected Roadway Performance Road Name From To Functional "Class No. of (1) (2) ADJ (3) (4) (5) (6) Maximum Service 2040 Class Type Lanes AADT AADT Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS 2040 'D' 2040 Factor Hour Factor A B C D E US 1 (Indian Roseland Jackson Principal Class 1 4 28,040 33,121 9 50 1,490 1,5601,8901,960 B River Lagoon Road Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) US 1 (Indian Jackson Main Street Principal Class 1 4 28,040 32,306 9 51 1,483 1,5601,8901,960 B River Lagoon Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) US 1 (Indian Main Street County Principal Class 1 4 27,748 32,306 9 51 1,483 1,5601,8901,960 B River Lagoon Road 512 Arterial Scenic Hwy.) WB US 1 (Indian County County Principal Class 1 4 27,378 32,306 9 51 1,483 1,5601,8901,960 B River Lagoon Road 512 Road 512 Arterial Scenic Hwy.) WB EB US 1 (Indian County Schumann Principal Class 1 4 24,928 32,452 9 51 1,490 1,5601,8901,960 B River Lagoon Road 512 Dr Arterial Scenic Hwy.) EB US 1 (Indian Schumann Barber Principal Class 1 4 26,696 32,477 9 53 1,549 1,5601,8901,960 B River Lagoon Dr Street Arterial Scenic Hwy.) US 1 (Indian Barber Wabasso Principal Class 1 4 26,185 32,477 9 53 1,549 1,5601,8901,960 B River Lagoon Street Road Arterial Scenic Hwy.) 34 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) ADJ (3) (4) (5) (6) Maximum Service 2040 Class Type Lanes AADT AADT Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS 2040 'D' 2040 Factor Hour Factor A B C D E County Road County Roseland Minor Class 1 4 29,120 9 50 1,310 1,4041,7641,701 1,404 B 512 Road 510 Road Arterial Non - State County Road Roseland Barber Minor Class II 4 14,165 18,326 9 50 825 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Road Street Arterial Non - State County Road Barber Fleming Minor Class II 4 14,165 17,323 9 52 811 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Street Street Arterial Non - State County Road Fleming Winbrow Minor Class 11 4 15,076 16,667 9 53 795 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Street Drive Arterial Non - State County Road Winbrow Easy Street Minor Class 11 4 15,076 16,667 9 53 795 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Drive Arterial Non - State County Road Easy Street Delaware Minor Class 11 4 15,076 16,205 9 50 729 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Avenue Arterial Non - State County Road Delaware us 1 Minor Class 11 4 8,288 16,184 9 52 757 1,1971,5931,683 C 512 Avenue Arterial Non - State 35 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) ADJ (3) (4) (5) (6) Maximum Service 2040 Class Type Lanes AADT AADT Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS 2040 'D' 2040 Factor Hour Factor A B C D E Roseland Road County North City Collector Class 1 2 13,784 9 51 633 459 738 792 C (County Road Road 512 Limits Non- 505) State Schumann Dr South City Barber Collector Class II 2 14,679 9 691 1,1971,5931,683 C (66th Ave) Limits Street Non - State Schumann Dr Barber Englar Drive Collector Class 1 2 3,342 4,312 9 203 459 738 792 B Street Non - State Schumann Dr Englar Drive US 1 Collector Class 1 2 5,145 9 242 459 738 792 B Non - State Englar Drive Barber S Easy Collector Class 1 2 4,544 9 214 459 738 792 B Street Street Non - State Englar Drive S Easy Schumann Collector Class 1 2 5,152 9 243 459 738 792 B Street Dr Non - State Fleming Street County Main Street Collector Class 1 2 2,408 2,951 9 139 459 738 792 B Road 512 Non - State 36 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) ADJ (3) (4) (5) (6) Maximum Service 2040 Class Type Lanes AADT AADT Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS 2040 'D' 2040 Factor Hour Factor A B C D E Main Street us 1 Fleming Collector Class 1 2 3,556 9 167 459 738 792 B Street Non - State Main Street Fleming Winbrow Collector Class 1 2 1,827 9 86 459 738 792 B Street Drive Non - State Easy Street Main Street Englar Drive Local Class 1 2 2,058 2,951 9 139 332 533 572 B Other Laconia Street County County Collector Class 1 2 6,128 9 288 459 738 792 B Road 512 Road 510 Non - State County Road County 82nd Ave Minor Class 11 4 19,514 9 52 913 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Road 512 Arterial Non - State County Road 82nd Ave 70th Ave Minor Class II 4 21,853 9 52 1,023 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State County Road 70th Ave 66th Ave Minor Class 11 4 21,853 9 51 1,003 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State County Road 66th Ave 58th Ave Minor Class II 4 19,543 9 51 897 1,1971,5931,683 C 510 Arterial Non - State 37 Road Name From To Functional 'Class No. of (1) (2) ADJ (3) (4) (5) (6) Maximum Service 2040 Class Type Lanes AADT AADT Peak K Peak Peak Volume LOS 2040 'D' 2040 Factor Hour Factor A B C D E Barber Street us 1 Schumann Local Class 1 2 5,958 9,645 9 454 332 533 572 C Dr Other Barber Street Schumann Englar Drive Collector Class 1 2 10,052 9 473 459 738 792 C Dr Non - State Barber Street Englar Drive County Collector Class 1 2 8,772 9,645 9 454 459 738 792 B Road 512 Non - State Barber Street County Winbrow Collector Class 1 2 8,756 9 412 459 738 792 B Road 512 Drive Non - State *Direction 'D' Factor = 52.3 provided by FDOT Traffic Online (1) AADT 2040 volumes were taken from Indian River County Base Cost Feasible Plan Daily Volumes provided by Indian River County MPO, adopted in December 2015 (2) Adjusted AADT 2040 volumes were used when project 2040 volumes were less than 2020 and 2025 volumes. A 0.22% exponential growth rate was applied to 2020 volumes (3) K' factor was provided by the FDOT Traffic Online (4) The direction D' factor was derived from the year 2020 peak direction volume divided by the 2020 AADT volume from the Indian River County Traffic Engineering Annual Traffic Counting Report (2098) m Public Transit Performance Fixed -route transit has increased in Indian River County with 895,462 in fiscal year (FY) 2010/11 to 1,156,034 in FY 15/16. As indicated in Table 2-7, ridership increased on Route 5 by 69.6%% and Route 9 by 80.5%%. FY 2015/16, Route 10 and Route 5 have the highest trips per mile in the City of Sebastian at 1.16 and 1.13 passengers per revenue mile, respectively. None of the routes meet the County's ridership per mile standard of 0.25 trips per mile. Table 2-7:2014-2016 Indian River County Transit Performance in Sebastian Routes Ridership % Change from FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY06-07 Route 5 58,892 70,491 20% Route 9 88,034 68,251 -23% Route 10 97,630 93,592 4% Route 11 20,874 24,144 16% Route 12 45,052 42,198 -6% Source: Indian River CountyMPO, August2017. Future Transportation Plan This section provides recommendations for creating a safe, convenient, and energy efficient transportation system, coordinated with future land uses, plans and programs of the County and FDOT. Since World War II, roadways have been designed primarily for automobiles. Very little attention has been given to accommodating other modes of transportation such as bicycles, pedestrians, and transit. The goal of this Transportation & Mobility Element is to look at roads as multi -modal transportation corridors, and to start to plan for future growth accordingly. Intergovernmental coordination is essential for the most cost-effective provision of transportation system improvements. Clearly, the City of Sebastian does not possess the resources nor is it fiscally responsible for the entire transportation system within the City. For example, both Indian River County and FDOT have financial responsibility for county roads and state highway system roads, respectively. Therefore, it is necessary for the City to review the transportation improvement plans and programs prepared by the County and FDOT. In this way, the effort and dollars expended by the City to improve its transportation system may be complemented and perhaps enhanced by the activities of the County and FDOT. One area of coordination should include the preservation and protection of rights -of -way for identified future roadway improvements and construction. With the escalating value of land and costs entailed in right-of-way acquisition it is essential that the City protect roadway corridors in advance from building encroachment. Increased right-of-way costs reduce the funds available for actual construction. The City needs to utilize techniques such as setback requirements, zoning restrictions, right-of-way protection regulations and official transportation maps to preserve and protect existing and future rights -of -way. 39 HOME Future Transportation Map The City of Sebastian is located in an urbanized area. The adopted LOS standard of "D" for all of the major roadways serving Sebastian will be met in the year 2025 given the assumptions included in this plan. The projected roadway performance for the year 2040 includes the programmed improvements listed below. The adopted LOS standard of "D" for all of the major roadways serving Sebastian will be met in the year 2040. Future roadway design will need to incorporate bicycle, pedestrian and, eventually, transit features to achieve a true multi -modal system. In addition to incorporating roadway design standards, the City will start requiring that new developments be interconnected to enhance the transportation network. Development design must provide connectivity and access between adjacent residential developments and nearby land uses. According to the Indian River County MPO 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan, Cost Affordable Plan (with enhanced revenues), anticipated roadway improvement and construction projects by 2025 include: • Widening County Road 510 from County Road 512 to 66th Avenue from two (2) lanes undivided to four (4) lanes undivided with an estimated cost of $16,000,00. • Projected Indian River County MPO roadway improvement and construction projects by 2040 include: • Widening Roseland Road from Country Road 512 to US 1 from two (2) lanes undivided to four (4) lanes undivided with an estimated cost of $69,702,825. • Providing a new two (2) lane undivided roadway on 82nd Avenue from Laconia Street to 69th Street with an estimated cost of $24,575,004. • Widening 66th Avenue from Barber Street to 81st Street from two (2) lanes undivided to four (4) lanes undivided with an estimated cost of $17,357,922. There are no planned FDOT roadway improvement or construction projects scheduled within the City of Sebastian. Future Public Transit Plan The City of Sebastian works closely with the Indian River County Transit department. The ridership, for the five (5) routes currently servicing the City, has steadily increased in the last several years. This trend is expected to continue in the near and long term future. As the ridership increases the demand for additional bus routes will potentially occur. New routes should take into account the land use pattern within the City. The 2040 Indian River County Long Range Transportation Plan has identified one additional bus route for the Sebastian area. This route would connect the City of Sebastian with the City of Fellsmere along CR 512. Future Pedestrian Plan All great cities are "walkable" cities. Pedestrian mobility is greatly influenced by the mix and proximity of land uses, as well as the availability of adequate sidewalks and other pedestrian facilities. In 2004 the Indian River MPO studied the bicycle and pedestrian facilities within the entire County. This study identified several roadways in need of sidewalk facilities including portions of CR 512, Fleming Street, 82nd Avenue, Schumann Drive, Barber Street, and Roseland Road. The City will further identify gaps in the pedestrian system and allow prioritization of pedestrian improvements along major roadways, within downtown and throughout the City. Implementation of these improvements will provide connectivity to the overall transportation system. Appropriate land use and careful urban design will encourage walking for short trips and for accessing transit facilities and services. The E HOME City's LDC encourages increased pedestrian mobility by requiring sidewalks for all new development. Map 2-8 shows proposed bike and pedestrian routes. Future Parking Plan Parking is an essential component of the overall transportation system. The decision of a commuter to drive alone or to use alternative transportation modes such as ride- sharing or public transit depends to a large extent on the cost, accessibility and availability of public parking. Currently, parking within the City has not been a major concern. The current parking requirements for new development have been adequate for patrons. Therefore, no additional parking studies were determined to be necessary at this time. Future Bicycle Plan Bicycling is a viable mobility alternative. Bicycle networks provide a commuting alternative as well as a recreational asset. As described in the inventory section, there are currently on and off street bicycle facilities on portions of US 1 and County Road 512. The Indian River County 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) identified County Road 512, Barber Street, Schumann Drive, Englar Drive, Roseland Road, and 82nd Avenue as needing bicycle facilities for 2040. The City of Sebastian recognizes the need to provide transportation alternatives to increase accessibility and provide a comprehensive transportation system and is coordinating with the Indian River County MPO to identify future bicycle route improvements and potential future bicycle routes and facilities. The City does have an opportunity to potentially provide future off-street bicycle facilities similar to the rails to trails facility parallel to CR 512. Map 2-8 shows proposed bike and pedestrian routes. TSM/TDM Strategies Transportation System Management (TSM) and Transportation Demand Management (TDM) are options for communities trying to add roadway capacity without having to construct costly new facilities. The ultimate goal of the TDM program is to influence people to shift to more efficient modes of transportation and to travel during off-peak hours. TSM strategies, on the other hand, aim to affect the actual supply of transportation services. The most effective programs integrate supply and demand strategies to create a transportation network that promotes efficient choices. The City of Sebastian does not have the need to offer any of these programs at this time. However, the options may be considered in the future. 41 HOME HOUSING ELEMENT Neighborhoods play an important part in determining the vitality, stability, and way of life of the residents within a community. The Housing Element ensures that there is adequate and safe housing for all current and anticipated future residents of the City of Sebastian. This Element addresses single-family, multi -family, mobile homes, community residential facilities, historically significant housing, and affordable housing programs. This Element aims to provide a proper mix of housing types that accommodate different lifestyles to help achieve a well-balanced community within Sebastian. HOUSING ELEMENT HIGHLIGHTS 1. Encourages the preservation, rehabilitation, reuse, and maintenance of the City's existing housing stock and historic structures; 2. Encourages the adoption of incentives for the development of affordable housing to meet existing and future demand; 3. Ensures that opportunities for group homes and foster care facilities, as well as housing for the elderly, are provided within the City; 4. Promotes a diverse mix of housing stock that is well -integrated with the City's mobility network; 5. Promotes the implementation of innovative housing design and development concepts such as accessory dwelling units; (ADUs); 6. Supports aging -in -place strategies for the community; 7. Encourages sustainable construction methods and energy efficiency in the development and rehabilitation of housing e HOME GOALS, OBJECTIVES, & POLICIES Goal 3-1: Provision of Housing. Ensure the provision of a sufficient supply of decent, safe, and sanitary housing options, including affordable housing, that is responsive to the diverse housing needs of the City's existing and future population, while encouraging the preservation and enhancement of the City's existing housing stock and historic structures. Objective 3-1.1: Housing SupPly. Collaborate with the private sector to provide additional dwelling units of various types, sizes, and costs to accommodate the City's anticipated population through the planning horizon. Policy 3-1.1.1: Adequate Housing. The City's Future Land Use Map shall include adequate amounts of lands to accommodate the projected housing growth through a variety of housing types and housing values (See Land Use Element Policy 1-1.1.1). The City shall continue to provide land use designations and zoning districts on the Future Land Use and the Official Zoning Maps, respectively, to ensure that single family, duplex, and multi -family housing units are allowed within the City to provide a diverse range of housing options (ownership/rent) and meet a range of income options. Policy 3-1.1.2: Partnerships. The City shall develop partnerships with the private sector in order to improve the efficiency, and expand the capacity of the housing delivery system. Actions shall include coordinating with Indian River County to promote the timely extension of resources to residential areas needed in order to provide adequate public facilities to support development. Similarly, the City shall also coordinate the installation of community facilities supportive to housing resources. A capital improvement program and budget predicated on continuing review and evaluation of evolving housing problems and related infrastructure issues shall be the principal tool for realizing this policy. Policy 3-1.1.3: Housing Options. The City shall, through its Land Development Code (LDC), encourage the development/redevelopment of housing that will integrate housing options, including housing type and ownership status (own/rent), across all neighborhoods. Policy 3-1.1.4: Manufactured Housing. The City's LDC shall allow manufactured housing in all residential zoning districts provided the units comply with applicable state and federal standards. Policy 3-1.1.5: Safety. The City shall utilize the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), or other similar programs, to increase the safety of housing developments and neighborhoods. Policy 3-1.1.6: Mobile Homes. The City shall allow mobile home parks in certain residential zoning districts where adequate public facilities and services are available. Mobile home parks should be located adjacent to areas with a comparable density of development (or have the ability to mitigate for increased compatibility) or near small-scale convenience/ neighborhood commercial activity in areas accessible to arterial and collector roads. They should also be located within reasonable proximity to community facilities including evacuation shelters. 4 HOME Policy 3-1.1.7: Mixed Use. The City shall promote mixed use developments that include provisions for a wide variety of housing types and prices in close proximity to support facilities. Policy 3-1.1.8: Changing Conditions. The City shall undertake special housing studies, as deemed necessary, to develop specific local strategies for addressing housing conditions, market trends, and housing -related challenges. Policy 3-1.1.9: Fair Housing. The City shall promote access to housing within the City through compliance with all fair housing laws and practices. Objective 3-1.2: Affordable Housing. Encourage the provision of safe, clean, and affordable housing opportunities, including for workforce and low- and moderate -income households, to meet current and future demand for affordable housing. Policy 3-1.2.1: Affordable Housing. The City shall continue to provide technical assistance, information, and housing data to the private sector to advance the development of fair and affordable housing. Technical assistance includes, but is not limited to, assistance meeting the development review requirements of the City and other regulatory agencies; referral to appropriate agencies for information and assistance in meeting infrastructure standards and requirements imposed by the City; and provision of data regarding housing needs and conditions. Policy 3-1.2.2: Housing Programs. The City shall encourage the private sector to actively participate in meeting the housing needs of very low, low, and moderate income households through involvement in federal, state, and local housing programs. Policy 3-1.2.3: Regional Affordable Housing Initiatives. The City shall participate in regional initiatives aimed toward the promotion and funding of affordable housing options. Policy 3-1.2.4: Incentives. The City shall offer incentives to developments with affordable housing units that meet all location criteria. These incentives may include, but are not limited to: • Expedited permitting • Deferment and/or waiver of building permit fees, impact fees and inspection fees • Density bonuses • Flexible site requirements • Preservation bonuses • Utilization of green building techniques Policy 3-1.2.5: Regulatory Process. The City shall ensure that the LDC and review procedures do not create barriers to the provision affordable housing through the periodic review of regulatory and permitting processes. 5 HOME Policy 3-1.2.6: Access to Facilities and Services. The City shall continue to require that sites for affordable housing have access to the following facilities and services: • Potable water and central wastewater systems; • Employment centers, including retail centers which accommodate stores offering household goods and services needed on a frequent and recurring basis; • Mobility options; • Public parks, recreation areas, and/or open space systems; • Adequate surface water management and solid waste collection and disposal; and • Schools Objective 3-1.3: Special Needs Households. Ensure that opportunities for group homes and foster care facilities, as well as housing for the elderly, are provided within the City. Policy 3-1.3.1: Community Residential Homes. The LDC shall include standards for the location of community residential homes, including group homes, in residential areas in accordance with applicable Florida Statutes. Policy 3-1.3.2: City Support. The City shall continue to collaborate with other agencies and organizations that assist the elderly and those needing special assistance in finding decent, accessible, and affordable housing. Policy 3-1.3.3: Adequate Public Facilities. All group homes, foster care facilities, community residential homes, and similar developments shall contain adequate public facilities. The sites shall also be free of safety hazards and all structures shall comply with City ordinances and applicable state law and licensing requirements. Policy 3-1.3.4: Housing for the Elderly. In an effort to recognize the special needs and challenges of housing for elderly residents, the City shall allow for the placement of retirement communities and elderly care facilities in areas of residential character as long as they are designed in a manner that is compatible with the character of the neighborhood. Policy 3-1.3.5: Aging in Place. The City shall support aging -in -place strategies that encourage residents to remain in their neighborhoods as they age and as needs evolve. These strategies may include shared housing options, accessory dwelling units, and other assisted living arrangements. Objective 3-1.4: Housing for a Livable Community. Ensure the availability of suitable and adaptable housing that accommodates City residents at all stages of life. Policy 3-1.4.1: Mix of Housing. The City shall promote livability by ensuring the City's LDC and review processes promote a diverse mix of housing stock that is well -integrated with the City's mobility network and accessible to services and amenities. Policy 3-1.4.2: Accessory Dwelling Units. The City shall identify and analyze areas within the City where accessory dwelling units (ADUs) may be accommodated without negatively impacting A HOME neighborhood character. The City shall evaluate the feasibility of including flexible regulations and standards within the LDC which promote the implementation of innovative housing design and development concepts such as ADUs. Objective 3-1.5: Relocation Housing. Provide uniform and equitable treatment to persons and businesses displaced by state and local government programs, consistent with Florida Statutes and the City's Community Redevelopment Master Plan. Policy 3-1.5.1: Displacement. When residents are displaced by City actions, through public development or redevelopment, the City shall attempt to ensure the residents are able to relocate to standard, affordable housing. Policy 3-1.5.2: Relocation. The City shall coordinate with appropriate agencies to prepare plans of action regarding relocation of residents, before programs are enacted that will create displaced households. Such plans shall include, but are not limited to, the following: • Timing of the relocation, • Assessment of the need for the program which will displace households, • Costs associated with the displacement of such households, and • An assessment of the household's needs and the impact of the relocation on the household, including: ■ Location and the effect of a new neighborhood location on the household's distance to job, schools, and social activities, and ■ The adequacy of public transit, if applicable at the time, to serve the displaced household. Objective 3-1.6: Existing Housing Stock and Neighborhoods. Conserve the useful life of the City's existing housing stock through effective implementation of programs directed toward preserving neighborhood quality, conservation of natural resources, maintenance of community facilities, and code enforcement. Policy 3-1.6.1: Housing Rehabilitation. The City shall promote the rehabilitation of deteriorated substandard housing units to ensure code compliance and increase the supply of affordable housing. Policy 3-1.6.2: Maintenance. The City shall continue to enforce building codes to ensure the maintenance of standard housing and to achieve corrective action where required. Policy 3-1.6.3: Best Management Practices. Potential blighting influences within residential areas shall be minimized by promoting the use of accepted best management practices. For instance, adverse impacts of land use transition shall be minimized by managing the location as well as the density/intensity of uses and through compatibility measures including but not limited to adequate screening, landscaping, and other design features which promote appropriate land use transition. Policy 3-1.6.4: Rehabilitation Funding. The City shall consider applying for housing rehabilitation grant funds and subsidy programs, including, but not limited to: • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) HOME • Florida Small Cities CDBG Program • Florida Neighborhood Housing Services Grant Policy 3-1.6.5: Rehabilitation Assistance. The City shall encourage low-income residents to apply for housing rehabilitation assistance individually or through the programs managed by the County. Policy 3-1.6.6: Condemnation and Demolition. The LDCs shall include provisions regulating the condemnation and demolition of housing units to be implemented with caution and proper consideration when applied to units that are owner -occupied and when condemnation would cause undue hardship to the residents of the structure. The City shall encourage the rehabilitation, reuse, and maintenance of existing homes. Policy 3-1.6.7: Protection from Natural Hazards. Where feasible, the City shall coordinate with the appropriate state, federal, and other applicable entities to support property owners in the mitigation of risks to residents and housing from natural hazards and in the repair of housing after a hazard event. Objective 3-1.7: Historically Significant Housing. Preserve housing resources identified as historically significant and, where possible, maintain these resources for residential uses or adaptive reuse. Policy 3-1.7.1: Historical Resources. The City shall encourage the continued identification, analysis, and preservation of the City's historical resources. Such efforts shall include determination of their significance and vulnerability, as well as implementation of historic preservation management policies. Policy 3-1.7.2: Rehabilitation. The City shall assist the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of historically significant housing through available technical and economic assistance programs. These efforts shall be coordinated with the State Division of Historical Resources (DHR). Policy 3-1.7.3: Historic Housing. The City shall assist property owners of historically significant housing in applying for and utilizing available state and federal assistance programs. Policy 3-1.7.4: Historic Preservation Programs. The City shall collaborate with the Sebastian River Historical Society in its efforts to provide information, technical assistance, and other resources related to historic preservation programs to the public and property owners. Policy 3-1.7.5: Funding. The City shall pursue available grants and alternative funding sources to expand the local knowledge and awareness of existing historic and archaeological sites and structures. Policy 3-1.7.6: Inventory. The City shall maintain an inventory of historic resources to ensure all applicable resources are considered for federal, state, and local historic preservation designation. Objective 3-1.8: Sustainability and Energy Efficiency in Housing. Consistent with the City's broader sustainability goals, encourage sustainable construction methods and energy efficiency in the development and rehabilitation of housing to promote affordability and conserve natural resources. 0 Policy 3-1.8.1: Sustainable Housing Design and Construction. The City may incorporate strategies within the LDC to address the following: • Housing design and construction methods that increase energy efficiency and encourage the use of renewable resources • Providing incentives for housing developments that meet recognized green building (e.g. LEED, Green Globes) Policy 3-1.8.2: Landscape Standards for Housing. The LDC shall continue to maintain the Tree Protection and Landscape Regulations and encourage the incorporation of Florida -Friendly landscaping and low impact development (LID) principles in the provision of housing. Policy 3-1.8.3: Intergovernmental Coordination. Specific Objectives and Policies regarding intergovernmental coordination and this Element are provided and identified in the Governance & Implementation Element. W HOME DATA INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS Introduction Pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 163 of the 2019 Florida Statutes, the Housing Element consists of a data inventory and analysis (DIA) that influences the overarching goals, objectives, and policies that will guide housing development within the City of Sebastian. The City's housing trends and needs are evaluated in this analysis in order to ensure a proper mix of housing types are available to accommodate diverse housing needs achieve a livable community. Housing Inventory This section deals with the characteristics and conditions of the existing housing stock in the City. In order to compile this analysis, the primary sources of data include the U.S. Census Bureau and the American Community Survey (ACS). These specific resources were applied as they comprise some of the most current and accurate information available. Tables 3-1 through 3-16 of this section provide an inventory and comparison of housing characteristics for the City of Sebastian and Indian River County. Data appearing for Indian River County represents the entire county, including all unincorporated and incorporated areas as well as Sebastian. Dwelling Units by Structure Type A comparison of dwelling units by structure type for the City of Sebastian when compared to Indian River County is displayed in Table 3-1. Single-family detached homes make up the majority of the inventoried housing units within Sebastian and Indian River County. Indian River County has a significantly higher percentage of multi -family housing than Sebastian. Table 3-1: Dwelling Units by Structure Housing Units by Type, 2013-2017 5-Year Estimates Single -Family Detached Single -Family Attached Multi -Family Mobile Home Sebastian Units Percent 9,665 87.0% 444 4.0 287 2.6% 704 6.3 Other (Boat, RV, Van, Etc.) 15 0.1% Total 11,115 100% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Indian River County Units Percent 49,485 4,731 17,958 6,205 90 78,469 63.1% 6.0% 22.9% 7.9% 0.1% 100 HOME Dwelling Units by Tenure A comparison between owner -occupied dwelling units and renter -occupied dwelling units in Sebastian and Indian River County is presented in Table 3-2. As depicted below, approximately 80.2% of the City's occupied dwelling units are occupied by the owner as compared to 75.8% in the County. The County has a slightly larger percentage of renter -occupied units at 24.2% as compared to 19.8% in Sebastian. Table 3-2: Dwelling Units by Tenure Housing Units by Tenure, Sebastian Indian River County 2013-2017 5-Year Estimates Units Percent Units Percent Owner -occupied 7,502 80.2% 43,914 75.8% Renter -occupied 1,849 19.8% 13,997 24.2% Total Occupied Housing Units 9,351 100% 57,911 100% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Household Size The 2013-2017 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year Estimates states the average household size within the City is 2.42 persons per owner occupied unit and 3.09 persons per renter -occupied unit. Table 3-3 lists households according to the number of persons comprising a household in Sebastian and in the County. Table 3-3: Persons per Household Persons per Household Sebastian Indian River County Total Occupied Households 9,351 57,911 1-person household 2,508 18,188 2-person household 4,751 26,377 3-person household 1,062 6,095 4-or-more person household 1,030 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates 7,251 11 HOME Housing Vacancy Based on the 2013-2017 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year Estimates, the City experienced a vacancy rate of 15.9% for all housing units, a figure lower than that experienced by the County, which had a 26.2% vacancy rate. Table 3-4 shows the number of vacant housing units according to the circumstances creating vacant units. Table 3-4: Vacancy Status of Housing Units Vacant Housing Units by Type, Sebastian Indian River County 2013-2017 Percent of total Percent of total 5-Year Estimates Units housing units Units housing units Total Housing Units 11,115 100% 78,469 100% Total Vacant Housing Units 1,764 15.9% 20,558 26.2% Vacant Units For Rent 246 2.2% 3,910 5.0% Rented, Not Occupied 14 0.1% 420 0.5% For Sale Only 134 1.2% 1,227 1.6% Sold, Not Occupied 245 2.2% 903 1.2% For Seasonal, Recreational, or Occasional Use 712 6.4% 9,445 12.0% Vacant Units for Migrant Workers 0 0.0% 224 0.3% Other Vacant Units 413 3.7% 4,429 5.6% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Housing Age Table 3-5 compares the age of year-round housing units in the City of Sebastian and Indian River County. The majority of year-round housing unit construction in both the City and County took place between 2000-2009. As denoted below, a large majority of Sebastian's housing stock (82.9%) was constructed between 1980 and 2009, with 28.8% being constructed between 2000-2009. Table 3-5: Dwelling Units by Age of Construction Year Structure Built, Sebastian Indian River County 2013-2017 Units Percent Units Percent 5-Year Estimates 2010 or Later 404 3.6% 1,763 2.3% 2000-2009 3,197 28.8% 20,455 26.4% 1990-1999 2,882 25.9% 13,592 17.5 % 1980-1989 3,130 28.2% 19,562 25.2% 1970-1979 968 8.6 % 12,888 16.6% 1960-1969 264 2.4% 4,314 5.6% 1950-1959 140 1.3 % 3,898 5.0 % 1940-1949 40 0.4% 1,012 1.3 % 1939 or Earlier 90 0.8% 98 0.1% Total 11,115 100% 77,582 100% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates 12 HOME Monthly Housing Rent Table 3-6 compares the monthly gross rents for specified renter -occupied housing units in the City with the Indian River County totals for the year 2017. The median gross rent in the City of Sebastian is approximately $1,020 as compared to $928 in Indian River County. Table 3-6: Gross Rent Sebastian Indian River County Gross Rent, 2013-2017 5-Year Estimates Units Percent Units Percent Less than $500 53 3.1% 1,015 7.5% $500-$999 767 44.8% 6,937 51.5% $1,000-$1,499 691 40.4% 4,000 29.7% $1,500-$1,999 177 10.3% 739 5.5% $2,000-$2,499 0 0.0% 439 3.3 $2,500-$2,999 23 1.3% 113 0.8% $3,000 or More 0 0.0% 220 1.6% Total 1,711 100% 13,463 100 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Monthly Cost of Owner -Occupied Units The median monthly owner cost in the City of Sebastian is approximately $1,139 as compared to $1,273 in Indian River County. The monthly owner costs with a mortgage are shown in Table 3-7. This provides context in terms of the value of owning a home and affordability of owning a home when compared to renting. Table 3-7: Owner Costs Owner Costs (with a Sebastian Indian River County mortgage), Housing units Housing units with a 2013-2017 with a Percent Percent 5-Year Estimates mortgage mortgage Less than $500 90 2.5% 426 2.1% $500 to $999 1,220 33.7% 6,098 29.5% $1,000 to $1,499 1,479 40.9% 6,408 31.0% $1,500 to $1,999 603 16.7% 3,504 16.9% $2,000 to $2,499 158 4.4% 1,619 7.8% $2,500 to $2,999 63 1.7% 909 4.4% $3,000 or more 7 0.2% 1,712 8.3% Total 3,620 100% 20,676 100% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates 13 HOME Value of Owner -Occupied Housing Units The median home value in Sebastian is $157,200 as compared to $172,600 in Indian River County. The owner -occupied units by value are shown in Table 3-8. Table 3-8: Owner -Occupied Units by Value Owner -Occupied Units by Sebastian Value, 2013-2017 Units Percent 5-Year Estimates Less than $50,000 478 6.4% $50,000 to $99,999 1,296 17.3% $100,000 to $149,999 1,688 22.5% $150,000 to $199,999 1,905 25.4% $200,000 to $299,999 1,675 22.3% $300,000 to $499,999 377 5.0% $500,000 to $999,999 83 1.1% $1,000,000 or more 0 0.0% Total 7,502 100% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Indian River County Units Percent 4,102 9.3 % 7,816 17.8% 6,470 14.7 % 7,163 16.3 % 7,707 17.6% 5,505 12.5% 3,341 7.6 % 1,810 4.1 % 43,914 100 % Household Income The household income levels for Sebastian compared to Indian River County are show in Table 3-9. The median household income for the City is higher than Indian River County but the per capita income for the City is lower than Indian River County. Table 3-9: Household Income Income, 2013-2017 Sebastian Indian River County 5-Year Estimates Median Household Income $49, 655 $49,009 (2017 Dollars) Per Capita Income (2017 Dollars) $26,001 $33,122 Persons in Poverty, in percent 12.6% 10.6% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Low- to Moderate -Income Households The City of Sebastian Consolidated Plan 2019-2024 (prepared by Guardian CRM) defines very low, low, and moderate income households. These are based upon the most recent information available from the USHUD and is adjusted annually and by family size. The following definitions will be used: • Very Low Income: Households that do not exceed 30% of the area median income (AMI) • Low Income: Households between 31%- 50% of the AMI • Moderate Income - Households earning 51% - 80% of the AMI 14 HOME Ratio of Income to Housing Cost The ratio between housing costs and income within Sebastian and Indian River County are denoted in Table 3-10 and Table 3-11 below. Affordable housing is determined by comparing the cost of housing to household income. Florida Statutes defines affordable housing as monthly rents or monthly mortgage payments including taxes, insurance, and utilities do not exceed 30 percent of the median adjusted gross annual income for households. Rent -to Income Ratio Rent as a percentage of income for Sebastian compared to Indian River County is shown in Table 3-10. According to Census data the highest percentage of renters in both Sebastian and Indian River County are paying 35 percent or more of their income for housing. This makes affordability an issue for renters in both the City and the County. Table 3-10: Rent -to Income Ratio Gross Rent as a Percentage of Sebastian Indian River County Household Income, 2013-2017 Units Percent Units Percent 5-Year Estimates Less than 15 % 119 6.4% 1,152 8.2% 15% to 19.9% 218 11.8% 1,147 8.2% 20% to 24.9% 456 24.7% 1,854 13.2% 25% to 29.9% 181 9.8% 1,454 10.4% 30% to 34.9% 187 10.1% 1,305 9.3% 35% or more 518 28.0% 6,381 45.6% Not Computed 170 9.2% 704 5.0% Total 1,849 100% 13,997 100 % Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Mortgage Costs to Income Ratio The monthly mortgage costs -to -income ratio for both Sebastian and Indian River County are shown in Table 3-11. The highest percentage of owners with and without a mortgage in both Sebastian and Indian River County are paying less than 30% of their income for housing. Table 3-11: Costs to Income Ratio Owner Costs (with and Sebastian Indian River County without a mortgage), 2013-2017 Units Percent Units Percent 5-Year Estimates With Mortgage, Less than 2,406 o 32.4/ 13,107 0 30./2 30% With Mortgage, More than 1,214 o 16.3/ 7,410 0 17./1 30% Without Mortgage, Less than 3,492 47.0% 19,651 45.3% 30% 15 HOME Without Mortgage, More than 321 4.3% 3,203 7.4% 30% Total 7,433 100 % 43,371 100 % Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Cost Burden Cost -burdened households pay more than 30 percent of income for rent or mortgage costs. Data for this section has been supplied by the Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse. Based on 2016 estimates, the data indicates that 1090 households within the City (38%) paid more than 30% of income for housing which equals the 38% of County households that paid more than 30% of income for housing. Table 3-12 - Amount of Income Paid for Housing Household by Cost Burden, 2016 Renter -Occupied Households, 2016 Geography Household Income Housing Cost Burden 30 % or less 30.1-50% More than 50% Sebastian 30% AMI or less 92 259 Sebastian 30.1-50% AMI 5 142 156 Sebastian 50.1-80% AMI 73 311 12 Sebastian 80.1-120% AM 233 126 Sebastian more than 120% AMI 301 84 Indian River County 30% AMI or less 382 180 2561 Indian River County 30.1-50% AMI 336 1470 1827 Indian River County 50.1-80% AMI 1436 1969 480 Indian River County 80.1-120%AM 1918 591 56 Indian River County more than 120% AMI 2504 296 28 Source: Indian River County and City of Sebastian data taken from Shimberg Center — Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse Owner -Occupied Households, 2016 Housing Cost Burden Geography Household Income 30 % or less 30.1-50% More than 50 % Sebastian 30% AMI or less 34 202 295 Sebastian 30.1-50% AMI 562 178 305 Sebastian 50.1-80% AMI 937 590 301 Sebastian 80.1-120%AM 1183 460 109 Sebastian more than 120%AMI 3050 467 26 Indian River County 30% AMI or less 401 709 2376 Indian River County 30.1-50% AMI 1978 1393 1737 Indian River County 50.1-80% AMI 3852 1756 1606 Indian River County 80.1-120% AM 6140 1739 901 Indian River County more than 120% AMI 21009 2704 595 Source: Indian River County and City of Sebastian data taken from Shimberg Center — Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse 16 HOME Cost Burden of Households with Householder Age 65 and Older According to the Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse, 4,310 households in Sebastian (41.1%) were headed by a person age 65 or older in 2016. In comparison, 43% of households in the County were headed by elderly persons. In Sebastian, 3,924 of elderly households (91%) own their homes, while 1,392 elderly households (32.2%) pay more than 30 percent of income for rent or mortgage costs. Table 3-13 - Households with Householder Age 65 and Older, Cost Burden by Tenure and Income, 2016 Estimate (Summary) More than GeographyTenure Household Income 30% or less 30.1-50% 50% Sebastian Owner 30% AMI or less 18 136 108 Sebastian Owner 30.1-50% AMI 339 121 124 Sebastian Owner 50.1-80% AMI 571 245 116 Sebastian Owner 80.1-120% AM 621 125 44 Sebastian Owner more than 120% AMI 1232 119 5 Sebastian Renter 30% AMI or less 56 47 Sebastian Renter 30.1-50% AMI 2 23 37 Sebastian Renter 50.1-80% AMI 13 51 5 Sebastian Renter 80.1-120%AM 29 45 Sebastian Renter more than 120% AMI 37 41 Indian River County Owner 30% AMI or less 215 475 930 Indian River County Owner 30.1-50% AMI 1161 912 722 Indian River County Owner 50.1-80% AMI 2437 752 620 Indian River County Owner 80.1-120% AM 3417 475 377 Indian River County Owner more than 120% AMI 10190 805 180 Indian River County Renter 30% AMI or less 227 113 548 Indian River County Renter 30.1-50% AMI 168 257 562 Indian River County Renter 50.1-80% AMI 308 466 292 Indian River County Renter 80.1-120%AM 370 199 44 Indian River County Renter more than 120% AMI 488 198 24 Source: Indian River County and City of Sebastian data taken from Shimberg Center — Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse 17 HOME Inventory of Standard/Substandard Units The Census provides indicators for substandard housing by measuring overcrowding and the lack of complete plumbing, kitchen, or heating equipment. Overall substandard housing makes up a very small percentage of the overall occupied units in both the City and the County. An analysis of substandard housing is displayed in Table 3-14. Table 3-14: Substandard Housing Sebastian Indian River County Substandard Housing, 2013-2017 5-Year Estimates Units Percent of Total Units Percent of Total Occupied Units Occupied Units Overcrowded (1.01 or More 12 0.1% 806 1.4% Persons per Room) No Fuel Used 131 1.4% 988 1.7% Lacking Complete Kitchen 15 0.2% 226 0.4% Facilities Lacking Complete Plumbing 0 0.0% 97 0.2% Facilities Total 158 1.7% 2,117 3.7% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates Government Subsidized Housing The following are government subsidized housing resources that can be utilized by the City of Sebastian. • Florida Housing Finance Corporation: a public corporation of the State of Florida that offers homeownership programs, multifamily development programs, predevelopment and demonstration project loans, and technical assistance for local governments. • Indian River County Local Housing Assistance Program: increases the availability of affordable housing units in the County by providing low or no -interest loans for down payments and closing costs, loans for impact fees, and loans for renovation of substandard housing units. The funding source for the program is the State Housing Initiatives Partnership. • Community Development Block Grant: provides funds through the Small Cities Program for capital improvements. • Section 8: provides rental subsidies to very low, low, and moderate -income households. The rental limits are set each year by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). • Rural and Farm Worker Housing: no rural or farm workers housing is required within the City, and no housing is designated for rural or farming purposes. �3 HOME Mobile and Manufactured Homes The City of Sebastian recognizes the importance of housing choices to meet the housing needs of different types of households. Licensed mobile home parks in the City of Sebastian include: • Park Place • Fischer's Corner • Orange Heights • Palm Lake Club • Riverview Housing for Special Needs Special housing needs are necessary forthe elderly, children, and those who have physical or emotional needs that require special residential accommodations. Such residential accommodations may or may not demand on -site professional medical assistance, twenty-four hour assistance, or other special facilities. In some cases, special housing situations can involve a group of unrelated residents that share living accommodations because their physical or emotional needs require special services or assistance from other group members. The City of Sebastian recognizes the importance of providing housing for special needs. The State of Florida has adopted laws that control local government regulation of certain residential facilities serving special needs groups. These laws ensure that there are adequate sites for group homes in every community throughout the State (Chapter 419, F.S.). Special housing accommodations for Sebastian's residents can include nursing homes and group homes. Group homes can be further defined as a community residential home, adult family care homes, assisted living facilities, and family foster homes. These special housing facilities are generally defined as follows: Nursing Homes: Any institution, building residence, private home or other place, whether operated for profit or not, which provides 24-hour nursing care, personal care, or custodial care for persons not related to the owner or manager by blood or marriage. The person under such care resides overnight at the home. See Section 400.021(12) F.S. Assisted Living Facilities: A facility designed to provide personal care services in the least restrictive and most home -like environment. These facilities can range in size from one resident to several hundred and may offer a wide variety of personal and nursing services designed specifically to meet an individual's personal needs. See Section 400.402, F.S. Adult Family Care Homes: A full-time, family -type living arrangement, in a private home, under which a person who owns or rents the home provides room, board, and personal care, on a 24-hour basis, for no more than five disabled adults or frail elders who are not relatives. See Section 400.618, F.S. Community Residential Home: A dwelling unit licensed to serve clients of the Department of Children and Family Services, which provides a living environment for seven to fourteen unrelated residents who operate as the functional equivalent of a family, including such supervision and care by supportive staff as may be necessary to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of the residents. See Section 419.001, F.S. Family Foster Home: A private residence in which children who are unattended by a parent or legal guardian are provided 24-hour care. Such homes include emergency shelter family homes, family foster group homes, and specialized foster homes for children with special needs. A person who cares for a child of a friend for a period not to exceed 90 days, a relative who cares for a child and does not receive reimbursement for such care from the state or federal government, or 19 HOME an adoptive home which has been approved by the department or by a licensed child -placing agency for children placed for adoption is not considered a family foster home. See Section 409.175 FS. Assisted Housing Inventory Based on data from the Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse, Table 3-15 lists assisted living facilities located within or close to the City of Sebastian. Table 3-15: Assisted Housing Inventory, 2019 Development Street Zip Total Assisted City County Housing Program(s) Name Address Code Units Units Indian By The River 11065 Ganga 32958 River State HOME 41 41 WaySebastian County Indian Grace's 1055 Grace's Housing Credits 9% SAIL; Landing Landing Circle Sebastian 32958 River Section 207/223(f) 70 70 County Indian 925 Pelican Pelican Isles Sebastian 32958 River Housing Credits 9% 150 150 Isle Circle County Source: Shimberg Center — Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse Historical Structures Sebastian has a number of historic resources within its city boundaries. Historic resource data was retrieved from the Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State. The Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State maintains a central archive for Florida's historical and archaeological sites known as the Florida Master Site File. Historical structures and properties including those which are on the National Register of Historic Places are listed in in Table 3-16 and illustrated on Map 3-1. The historic resources are mainly concentrated in the northeast portion of the City. According to the Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State there are 82 structures documented in the City as having historic significance. Five (5) of which are on the National Register of Historic Places such as the Archie Smith Wholesale Fish Company, which is the only remaining intact fish house in the area from the 1920's and one of the few left in the State of Florida. The Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State delineates two historic districts in the City. Historic districts are defined by a group of historically significant structures or sites. Old Town Sebastian Historic District West includes 9 historic structures and Old Town Sebastian Historic District East includes 15 historic structures. It is important to take the historic resources in the City into consideration when guiding growth in order to avoid the potential adverse impacts of development activity. 101] Table 3-16: Historical Resources SITE NAME ADDRESS SIGNIFICANCE FL EAST COAST R.R. SECTION 1098 FOSTER RD HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE SEMBLER, CHARLIE HOUSE 1660 N INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HUDSON, JAMES HOUSE N LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE FIELDS, LILLIAN JEWEL HOUSE 1016 S LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SCHUMANN HOUSE 1065 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SUDDARD, EDITH HOUSE 1061 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ROSE, DR DAVID HOUSE 1063 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BRADDOCK, GEORGE 1309 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ARMSTRONG HOUSE BAUGHMAN HOUSE 1525 N LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE TAYLOR, J HOUSE 1533 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HARDEE, CAPT R G HOUSE SITE MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE VICKERS STORE MAIN ST & US 1 [A] HISTORICAL STRUCTURE DEVANE, FERN HOUSE 1100 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ROSE, A G HOUSE 1025 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE WALTERS GARAGE MAIN ST & US 1 [B] HISTORICAL STRUCTURE EAST COAST LUMBER & SUPPLY 909 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CO SEBASTIAN WOMENS CLUB BLDG 932 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PARK, S A HOUSE 937 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SEBASTIAN TOWN HALL 1125 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BRADDOCK, WILLIAM HOUSE 1208 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HARRISON BUILDING 1329 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE LETCHWORTH GARAGE HOUSE 1330 U.S. 1 HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CARLISLE HOUSE 1437 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MILLER, M M HOUSE US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE STEVENSON PROPERTY COOLIDGE ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BEUGNOT, JOHN 1068 MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HARDEE, MAY HOUSE 1317A OLD DIXIE HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE GATE POSTS 1317E OLD DIXIE HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CHESSER, L F HOUSE 712 HARRISON ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HURRICANE HARBOR/ MCCAIN'S 1540 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE GARAGE MCCAIN, BOB 1541 N INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE OCEAN BREEZE SERVICE STATION 1690 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE AUGUST PARK/ BEUGNOT/WEST 1737 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PROPERTY WELLING, GEORGE HOUSE 1745 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 21 BLAND, OKIE HOUSE 710 JACKSON ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE TAYLOR, CHARLES HOUSE 909 N LOUISANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BAUGHMAN DAIRY 1533 N LOUISANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SEBASTIAN GRAMMAR & JUNIOR 1225 MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HIGH SCHOOL CARPENTER HOUSE 1041 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CARPENTER, ORVA HOUSE 1044 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE GULLEDGE-LETCHWORTH-PHELPS 1053 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOME RYALL, BILL HOUSE (SEARS) 1056 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BRADDOCK, MAURICE HOUSE 709 WASHINGTON PL HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SR 512 BUILDING SR 512 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BAMMA VICKERS LAWSON 1133 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HOUSE CAIN-WILSON, ARDELIA HOUSE 1523 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE VICKERS, STEPHEN HOUSE 1141 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CAIN HOUSE 1531 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SLOAN, DOC 1603 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PALMER HOTEL EFFICIENCIES 11330/UNIT_12 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PALMER MOTEL EFFICIENCIES 11330/UNIT_14 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SEBASTIAN CITY MARKER HARRISON/INDIAN R DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ASHBURNER, H HOUSE 1024 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MCPHERSON, THOMAS HOUSE 1005 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CHURCH OF GOD 925 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CHURCH OF GOD PARSONAGE 905 US1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE GRAY, JAMES HOUSE 1044A LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE DAY, B F HOUSE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE FIELD, H HOUSE 1049 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HANCOCK, CHARLES HOUSE 1040 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE UNDERILL PROPERTY 128751 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE WARD PROPERTY 1736 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MAY'S MARI NA/FLOODTI DE 1732 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE MARINA PROPERTY WARREN PROPERTY 1720 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE FOOD TOWN STORES PROPERTY 1424 U.S. 1 HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE IZZO PROPERTY 1405 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE BOUDNOT PROPERTY 1302 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE FERN CARPENTER HOUSE 1036 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 9320 90TH AVENUE 9320 90TH AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1100 MAIN ST 1100 MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1101 PALMETTO AVENUE 1101 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 22 HOME HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL OFFICE 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ADDITIONAL BLDG 1 HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ADDITIONAL BLDG 2 HARBOR LIGHTS MOTEL 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE ADDITIONAL BLDG 3 HARBOR LIGHTS 1215 INDIAN RIVER DR HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1210 U.S. 1 1210 U.S. 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1053 LOUISIANA AVENUE 1053 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1053 LOUISIANA AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE PARSONAGE SEBASTIAN RIVER BAPTIST 1117 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1206 U.S. 1 1206 US 1 HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 1113 PALMETTO AVENUE 1113 PALMETTO AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 700 MAIN ST HISTORICAL STRUCTURE 8905 90TH AVE - BLDG 1 8905 90TH AVE HISTORICAL STRUCTURE SEBASTIAN ROADSIDE 10795 US 1 HWY HISTORICAL STRUCTURE RESTAURANT SMITH, ARCHIE, WHOLESALE FISH 1740 INDIAN RIVER DR. HISTORICAL STRUCTURE & COMPANY NATIONAL REGISTER OLD TOWN SEBASTIAN HISTORIC BOUNDED BY PALMETTO AVE, LAKE HISTORICAL DISTRICT & DISTRICT WEST AND MAIN STS. NATIONAL REGISTER OLD TOWN SEBASTIAN HISTORIC MAIN AND WASHINGTON STS., HISTORICAL DISTRICT & DISTRICT EAST RIVERSIDE DR., FEC RAILROAD NATIONAL REGISTER SEBASTIAN GRAMMAR AND 1225 MAIN ST. NATIONAL REGISTER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL LAWSON, BAMMA VICKERS, 1133 US 1 NATIONAL REGISTER HOUSE Source: Division of Historical Resources of the Florida Department of State 23