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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01032008 PZ MinutesCITY OF SEBASTIAN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 3, 2008 Vice-Chairman Paul called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M The Pledge of Allegiance was said. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Mr. Buchanan Mr. Cardinale Mr. Dodd Mr. Paul Mr. Simmons Mr. Blais ALSO PRESENT: AI Minner, City Manager Rich Stringer, City Attorney Rebecca Grohall, Growth Management Director Jan King, Growth Management Manager Dorri Bosworth, Zoning Technician Linda Lohsl, Recording Secretary ANNOUNCEMENT: Mr. Paul wished everyone a Happy New Year. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: NONE OLD BUSINESS: NONE NEW BUSINESS: ~a 0 c~•® a~ etS •~ ~, ,,- ~~~ ~,~~~ n, # ~~ s w, ~: r~ QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING -SITE PLAN -CITY OF SEBASTIAN DOG PARK, SCHUMANN DRIVE (NEAR US HIGHWAY #1) -PARKING, FENCING AND LANDSCAPING - PS ZONING DISTRICT Mr. Paul opened the hearing and asked for any ex parte communications; there were none. Mr. Stringer clarified for the public that this is a review of the site plan and the Commission will not be considering where it should go, what size it should be, etc. This is to determine if the site plan submitted meets the technical requirements of the code. Mr. Minner offered three potential alternatives, a.) don't do the park; b.) find a location somewhere else; c.) do the park as planned at Schumann. He then reviewed the plan. Mr. Simmons inquired about the protection of the lake. Mr. Minner said the lake is protected and the fence is positioned at the high-water mark with additional gates for maintenance. ~~ u,.. The following members of the public spoke: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 3, 2008 Alfred Daking, 651 Schumann Drive, is located directly across from the proposed park. His issues are public safety and public nuisance related. He does not think it to be the best location. Donna White, 621 Schumann Drive, was concerned about the natural area destruction by developers, and submitted a written statement of facts and concerns to the Commission and City Manager. (see attached) Linda Scott, 821 Dunn Terrace, was part of the original committee to research the dog park. She is concerned the park will be too small and not have enough parking. Asked that they look towards a new location. Dr. Peter Holyk, owner of 600 Schumann Drive, concerned the park will be underused because of its small size. Shelly Ferger, resident of Vero Beach, managed the off-leash dog park in Vero Beach, was concerned the park will be too small, as they have outgrown their park and are unable to expand. Betsy Connolly, Kildare Drive, currently employed in the county's oldest dog day care. Her concerns are safety for the dogs and people. She feels a half acre does not give enough room for parking, dogs to roam freely, and people. The Commissioners expressed their views. Mr. Cardinale felt the park site is too small. Mr. Blais had questions regarding parking and Mr. Minner explained the parking code and added that there would be no tree removal except for pepper trees and minimum grass disturbance. Mr. Simmons confirmed what the Commission is voting on, specifically is that the plan meets code. Mr. Buchanan asked if they are voting if this plan is acceptable or not. Mr. Dodd asked what the next step would be if the site plan is approved. Mr. Minner said go back to Council for their determination. Mr. Stringer added that the Commission does not have the authority to reject a site plan because you don't agree with the discretionary decision of the city to put one there. The technical way to handle this is to table the hearing for the site plan, let the city determine if it is willing to withdraw the site plan based on what was heard tonight, and the commission could vote to continue it to give the city time to explore other options with the recommendation to Council that a different site be located. MOTION by Paul/Simmons to continue to such time that the city has the opportunity to re-look at some areas that would be a little bit more suitable for the park vs. the one we have currently under review. ROLL CALL: Mr. Paul yes Mr. Blais yes Mr. Buchanan yes Mr. Simmons yes Mr. Cardinale yes Mr. Dodd yes The vote was 6-0. Motion passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING -SITE PLAN EXTENSION REQUEST -BRISTOL LAKES TOWNHOUSES - SEBASTIAN VILLAGE, LLC - BARBER STREET 8~ BRISTOL STREET ACROSS FROM PARK PLACE 2 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 3, 2008 Mr. Paul opened the hearing and swore in staff and anyone to speak. Mr. Jeff Barkett of Schulke, Bittle and Stoddard presented the application for an 18-month site plan extension. He explained that a scrub jay nest was found on the site and they are currently in the process of obtaining a scrub jay permit. Ms. King explained the reason for an 18-month extension. She added some outstanding issues that need to be addressed, which are noted in the staff report. Mr. Chris Sopotnick, Ecological Consultants of Florida, was available to answer any questions. He explained the HCP process. There was a question as to the duration a traffic study remains in effect. While Ms. Grohall reviewed their traffic study Mr. Paul took public comment. Eugene Wolff, 757 Wimbrow Drive, wanted to be on record regarding the complaints noted at the initial application hearing. He suggested a 12-month extension. Ms. Grohall explained that at the initial application her department rejected the traffic study and requested more information. They then passed the revised traffic study on to an independent traffic review firm. There was extensive discussion regarding when to obtain an update to the traffic study. Also discussed was the extension time frame of 12 or 18 months and how many extensions are allowed. It was determined that only one extension could be granted, up to twelve months by staff, and the applicant was requesting 18 months based on his environmental situation, which was why the request was before the Commission. MOTION by Paul/Cardinale to grant an 18-month extension conditional on an updated traffic study. ROLL CALL: Mr. Blais yes Mr. Cardinale yes Mr. Paul yes Mr. Dodd yes Mr. Simmons yes Mr. Buchanan yes The vote was 6-0. Motion passed unanimously. QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING -SITE PLAN AND OVERLAY WAIVER - PIRKLE & CHAPMAN DENTAL OFFICE - 13,000 SF MEDICAL BUILDING - 621 SEBASTIAN BOULEVARD - 607-627 SEBASTIAN BLVD., LLC - C-512 ZONING DISTRICT Mr. Paul opened the hearing and asked for any ex parte communication. Mr. Dodd noted his brother works for Capp Custom Builders, and Mr. Paul noted the engineer, Todd Howder, is his neighbor. Mr. Paul then swore in staff and all persons to speak. Mr. Howder, MVB Engineering of Vero Beach, presented the application. Ms. Bosworth reviewed the location and details of the project. They did not receive a complete lighting plan and noted in the conditions that it would be needed prior to any permits being issued. Staff recommends approval of the waiver for the reduced roof slope and approval of the site plan with conditions noted in the staff report. Mickey Capp, Capp Custom Builders, gave an explanation of the reduced roof slope. Commissioners asked questions about screening the dumpsters, off-site lighting, landscaping and general buffering. MOTION by Dodd/Simmons to approve the site plan with the conditions noted by staff in their report. 3 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 3, 2008 ROLL CALL: Mr. Dodd yes Mr. Paul yes Mr. Buchanan yes Mr. Blais yes Mr. Cardinale yes Mr. Simmons yes The vote was 6-0. Motion passed unanimously. MOTION by Dodd/Blais to grant a waiver for the 512 Overlay District. ROLL CALL: Mr. Buchanan yes Mr. Cardinale yes Mr. Paul yes Mr. Blais yes Mr. Simmons no Mr. Dodd yes The vote was 5-1. Motion passed. QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARING -SITE PLAN -ADVANCE AUTO PARTS STORE - 6,591 SF RETAIL BUILDING - 9240 SEBASTIAN BOULEVARD, SEBASTIAN CROSSINGS COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION - THE SHERON GROUP, INC. - CG ZONING DISTRICT Mr. Paul opened the hearing and swore in staff and all wishing to speak. Attorney Warren Dill, 1565 U.S. 1, Sebastian, represented the applicant and presented the site plan. He gave a brief overview of the site and introduced Scott Sheron, Adrien Dombrowski traffic engineer with Kimly Horn, Mark Wallis, architect, Robert Leon, engineer with MVB Engineering. Mr. Dill pointed out key facts from the staff report. Ms. Bosworth added that the preliminary plat was approved last year and at that time environmental issues for the site were reviewed and approved. They did go ahead with their final plat and posted bonds for conveyance of the lots. They have all their jurisdictional permits for the subdivision, which is under construction but has not been completed. All final approvals for the subdivision will need to be received before Certificates of Occupancy can be given for the site plan. There were questions about the size of the sign and Ms. Bosworth said they have to meet the overlay district zoning codes. Staff recommends approval with the conditions noted on page 8 of the staff report. MOTION by Simmons/Dodd to approve the site plan for Advance Auto Parts Store. ROLL CALL: Mr. Simmons yes Mr. Buchanan yes Mr. Cardinale yes Mr. Dodd yes Mr. Blais yes Mr. Paul yes CHAIRMAN MATTERS: Mr. Paul mentioned he spoke with Mr. Stringer about having public input at Planning and Zoning meetings. They agreed it should be held to public hearings only and information pertaining to the application being heard. He asked about the Firehouse Garage issues and specifically the rental vehicles that are on the site currently. Ms. Grohall gave him an update of the meeting held with the owner and will look into the rental vehicle issue. 4 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 3, 2008 MEMBERS MATTERS: Mr. Cardinale asked about the passive area next to city hall and when will it be opened to the public. Ms. Grohall responded that it is the county's parcel and they have been working and installing environmentally friendly walking paths. Mr. Buchanan suggested the possibility of having one dog park for small dogs and one for large dogs. DIRECTOR MATTERS: Ms. Grohall said Firehouse Garage will be coming before the Commission with a revised plan. Also there are three open positions on the Planning and Zoning Board. She wished everyone a happy new year. ATTORNEY MATTERS: Mr. Stringer wished everyone a happy new year. Mr. Paul adjourned the meeting at 9:37 p.m. (01/04/08 sbl) 5 Zoning Board Meeting Sebastian Jan 3rd 2008 Re: Doi Park Questions, Objections, Wild life list and Statement Statement: I moved here from south Florida to Sebastian to escape the destruction of natural areas by officials against citizen's wishes. Now though I am less opposed, to the Dog Park after reviewing the plans, and noting that the water will not be obstructed and the park is responsibly laid out. The project and especially the site, that is so small, still does not make any sense to me. Particularly, when living in this rural area. Further, I would prefer that wildlife and waterfowl be.encouraged and protected in this spot. I made a suggestion some 12 months ago that a sign to slow down bird crossing be erected (after the loss of some water birds and wildlife). I even offered to donate such a sign and was told in so many words that signage is not encouraged and that I would have to go through channels and I must petition for such a sign. Also I would prefer the revenues from impact fees be saved and used for a more signifcant purpose that would make a more dramatic and valuable difference to all residents. uestions: What plans are there for the large oak trees and palms? Removal? Objections: 1. I object to any trees being cut down, and especially any of the Live oaks possibly I00 years old which are frequented by owls and other wildlife and birds. 2. I believe the Dog Park will attract strangers tizat are non-residents of Sebastian to an already extremely busy road. 3. I object to the increased traffic on an already busy and dangerous road where speeding takes place on a regular everyday basis. 4. I happened to poll a number of Sebastian dog owners immediately after reviewing the plans while sitting at river viewpark for about an hour. All six of six owners of various size dogs were not in favor of the park because of the size and stated they would not use it. '` /~ ~ ~ a j ~, ~ VT _ . ~ ~~ f~ ~~ ~ ~'i' ~~~ f ~ ~ ~~ ~ w'S ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 'm7 C1i ', c"~, ~` - `~`°~ 4:s List of Wildlife 1. Bald Eagle 2. Otters 3. Alligators 4. Owls 5. Great White Egret 6. Blue Heroin 7. Green Heroin 8. Jays 9. Osprey 10. All types of Cranes 11. Turtles 12. Frogs 13. Crabs 14. Raccoons 15.Opossums 16. Armadillos 17. Cardinals 18. Woodpeckers 19. Sand Cranes 20. Squirrels 21. Vultures 22. Swimmers (Turkey water birds) 23. Many other types of Wildlife and birds, which make the site their home, that are too numerous and varied to remember. I want to thank the Board members for their kind attention to this matter. Very truly, Donna White 621 Schumann Dr. Sebastian, Fl. 32958 (772 591-1337