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LEMBO COURT TOWNHOMES
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ZONING: MHDR
LAND USE: RH
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Community Development Board
FROM:
A. Scott Kurleman, Planner III
RE:
Request for Time Extension
FLD2006-06034 / 622 Lembo Circle
DATE:
September 16, 2008
Attached is information related to the request by Northside Engineering Services, Incorporated,
for an extension of time relative to the above referenced project located at 622 Lembo Circle. A
one-year extension is being requested which would expire on October 17, 2009.
Pursuant to Community Development Code (CDC) Section 4-407, extensions of time "shall be
for good cause shown and documented in writing". The Code further delineates that good
cause "may include but are not limited to an unexpected national crisis (acts of war, signifiCant
downturn in the national economy, etc.), excessive weather-related delays, and the like". In
this particular case, the applicant has indicated that the project is being delayed due to a
significant downturn in the condominium/town-home market.
It should be noted that, pursuant to CDC Section 4-407, the Planning Director has previously
granted a one-year extension of time.
Attachments:
o Letter of Request;
o Time Extension Development Order (September 12, 2007); and
o Planning Department Staff Report (October 17, 2006)
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Mr. Michael Delk, Planning Director
City of Clearwater Planning Department
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RE: FLD2006-06034
622 Lembo Circle
Dear Mr. Delk:
We would like to request an extension to the Development Order issued for the above referenced
propeliy. On October 17, 2006, the Community Development Board (CDB) reviewed our
Flexible Standard Development application to permit 10 attached dwellings (town-homes) with a
reduction to the minimum lot width from 150 to 140 feet, a reduction to the front (east) setback
from 25 feet to zero feet (to trash staging area), a reduction to the side (north and south) setback
from 10 feet to five feet (to building), a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 15 to six feet (to
dumpster enclosure), as a Residential Infill Project under the provisions of Section 2-404.F, and a
reduction to the side (n01ih and south) landscape buffers from 10 to five feet, as a Comprehensive
Landscape Program under the provisions of Section 3-1202. A one year extension was approved
on September 12, 2007, and provided a deadline of October 17, 2008 to apply for construction
permits.
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Due to the extreme downward turn in the condominium/town-home market within Florida, the
development team has detennined that it is not currently feasible to move forward with
construction at this time. It is our hope that within the next eight months the market will begin to
turn around. While awaiting submittal of the documents for construction permit review, we have
obtained the required SWFWMD approval. Upon the city's countersignature of the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection, and Pinellas County Health Department applications,
we will be submitting for water and wastewater pennits.
We offer our assurance that the development team has worked diligently to move this project
forward; the architectural plans have been completed and we. are ready to submit once the market
is a little more stable.
Please accept this letter as our fonnal request for an extension of an additional one year to apply
for construction pennits for the Flexible Standard Development application and approval. Should
you require additional clarification or information, please feel free to contact me.
Thank you in advance for your kind consideration and assistance with this request.
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POST OFFICE Box 4748, CLEARWATER, FLORIDA 33758-4748
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING, 100 SOUTH MYRTLE AVENUE, CLEARWATER, FWRlDA 33756
TELEPHONE (727) 562-4567 FAX (727) 562-4865
PLAj\INING DEPARTMENT
September 12,2007
Ms. Renee Ruggiero
Northside Engineering Services Inc.
P.O. Box 4948
Clearwater, Florida 33758-4948
RE: FLD2006-06034 - 622 Lembo Circle
Time Extension Development Order
Dear Ms. Ruggiero:
On October 17, 2006, the Community Development Board (CDB) approved the above
application for Flexible Development approval to permit ten attached dwellings (town-homes) in
the Medium High Density Residential (MHDR) District with a reduction to the minimum lot
width from 150 to 140 feet, a reduction to the front (east) setback from 25 feet to zero feet (to
trash staging area), a reduction to the side (north and south) setback from 10 feet to five feet (to
building), a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 15 to six feet (to dumpster enclosure), as a
Residential Infill Project under the provisions of Section 2-404.F, and a reduction to the side
(north and south) landscape buffers from 10 to five feet, as a Comprehensive Landscape Program
under the provisions of Section 3-1202,
Section 4-407 of the Community Development Code requires the application for a building
permit within one year of the date the CDB approved the request (October 17,2007). This same
Section allows an extension of time to initiate a building permit, provided good cause is shown
and documented in writing within the original period of validity. The Planning Director may
also consider whether significant progress on the project is being made and whether or not there
are pending or approved Code amendments that would significantly affect the project.
On August 21, 2007, you submitted a request for a one-year time extension to apply for a
building permit to construct the improvements on this parcel. Your letter cited a downward turn
in the condominium/town-home market within Florida.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 4-407 of the Community Development Code, I
APPROVE a one-year time extension to October 17, 2008, to submit an application for a
building permit to construct the building and site improvements on your parcel at 622 Lembo
Circle.
In the event you are unable to proceed with the project by submitting for the building permit, the
CDB may approve one additional extension of time to initiate a building permit application. Such
extension shall not exceed one year, shall be for the proj ect originally approved (or as approved
FRANK HIBBARD, MAYOR
JOHN DORAN, COUNCILMEMBER
BILL JONSON, COUNCILMEMBER
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J .B. JOHNSON, COUNClLMEMBER
CARLEN A. PETERSEN, COUNCIU-1EMBER
September 12, 2007
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through the Minor Revision process) and shall be for good cause shown and documented in
writing. The CDB must receive the request for this extension within the time frame granted
by the Planning Director (period of validity after the original extension approved by the
Planning Director, which means that any time extension request must be submitted with
sufficient lead time to be placed on the CDB agenda that precedes the above expiration
date). Good causes may include, but are not limited to, an unexpected national crisis (acts of
war, significant downturn in the national economy, etc.), excessive weather-related delays, and
the like. The CDB may also consider these same Code amendments enumerated above, whether
significant progress on the project is being made and whether or not there are additional pending
or approved Code amendments that would further significantly affect the project.
Please be aware thatthe issuance of this Development Order does not relieve you of the necessity
to obtain any building permits or pay any impact fees that may be required. In order to facilitate
the issuance of any permit or license affected by this approval, please bring a copy of this letter
with you when applying for any permits or licenses that require this prior development approva1.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Scott Kurleman, Planner II at 727-562-
4567x2504.
Sincerely,
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Agenda Item:
Owner! Applicant:
Representative:
Address:
October 17, 2006
FLD2006-06034
PL T2006-00006
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Canterbury, LLC
Northside Engineering
622 Lembo Circle
CDB Meeting Date:
Case Number:
CITY OF CLEARWATER
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
GENERAL INFORMATION:
REQUEST:
(1) Flexible Development approval to permit ten attached dwellings
(townhomes) in the Medium High Density Residential (MHDR) District
with a reduction to the minimum lot width from 150 to 140 feet, a
reduction to the front (east) setback from 25 feet to zero feet (to trash
staging area), a reduction to the side (north and south) setback from 10
feet to five feet (to building), a reduction to the rear (west) setback from
15 to six feet (to dumpster enclosure), as a Residential Infill Project
under the provisions of Section 2-404.F, and a reduction to the side
(north and south) landscape buffers from 10 to five feet, as a
Comprehensive Landscape Program under the provisions of Section 3-
1202.G; (2) Preliminary Plat approval for a 10 lot subdivision.
EXISTING ZONING/
LAND USE:
MHDR, Medium High Density Residential; RH, Residential High
Category
PROPERTY SIZE:
0.39 acres; 16,800 square feet
PROPERTY USE:
Existing Use: Retail Sales and Services (Child Day Care); Vacant
Proposed Use: Attached Dwellings
ADJACENT ZONING/
LAND USES:
North:
West:
East:
South:
Medium High Density Residential/ Vacant lot
Commercial District/ Office
Medium High Density Residential/ Attached dwellings
Medium High Density Residential/ Attached dwellings
CHARACTER OF THE
IMMEDIATE VICINITY:
Attached dwellings and a Commercial use dominate the immediate
vicinity .
ANALYSIS:
Site Location and Existing Conditions: The 0.39-acre site is located on the west side of Lembo Circle,
approximately 180 feet west of Lincoln Avenue. Lembo Circle is a residential street that forms a semi-
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circle west of Lincoln Avenue with predominately attached dwelling uses. The existing building is a
vacant childcare facility. It is noted that the existing building is in need of extensive repair and
maintenance.
Proposal: The proposal includes two town-home style buildings with a total of ten dwelling units. The
site, with a Future Land Use Plan (FLUP) classification of Residential High eRR), is permitted up to 11
dwelling units (30 dwelling units per acre). Building "A", located on the south side of the site, will have
five dwelling units. Building "A" will be located five feet from the side (south) property line, 29.3 feet
from the front (east) property line and 15 feet from the rear (west) property line. Building "B" is located
on the north side of the site and will contain five dwelling units. Building "B" will be located 29.1 feet
from the front (east) property line, five feet from the side (north) property lines and 15.2 feet from the
rear (west) property line. The buildings will be 25 feet four inches in height (two-stories) and each
dwelling unit will have 895 square feet of living space.
Parking will be provided within a one-car garage allotted to each dwelling unit and one parking spot in
front of the garage providing 20 spaces (two spaces per unit). The units will be accessed from a driveway
off of Lembo Circle.
A new sidewalk is proposed along the Lembo Circle street frontage. The applicant is not proposing any
signage at this time.
The buildings will mcorporate Spanish style tile roofs, stucco exteriors and will be painted with neutral
earth tone colors.
The proposal includes deviations from the Code including, a reduction to the minimum lot width from
150 to 140 feet, a front (east) setback reduction from 25 feet to zero feet to the trash staging area, a
reduction to the side (north and south) setback from 10 feet to five feet to building, and a reduction to the
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requirement IS Justified by the benefits of an attractive, affordable housing project to the community
character of the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development and the City of Clearwater as
a whole. The reduced front setback is only for the trash staging area; otherwise, the proposed structures
are setback greater than the required 25 feet. Existing structures along the same side of the street have
been constructed with inegular front setbacks and the proposed reduction in the front setback will not be
out of character with the neighborhood. The side and rear setback reductions meet the flexibility criteria
for Attached Dwelling under Section 2-404.A.1. In addition, the applicant is requesting a reduction to the
side landscape buffers. Landscape deviations are discussed below.
The adj acent property to the north is a vacant lot, the parcels to the south and east are developed with
attached dwellings. The parking for many of these attached dwellings is located in front of each building
and generally located up to and in some cases beyond their respective front property lines resulting in
zero foot front setbacks. The adjacent commercial property to the west is cunent1y used as a title
company.
The proposal will likely enhance the area through the provision of an attractive affordable multi-family
town-home development with extensive landscaping buffers along the front and rear or the development
and within the interior of the site.
Solid waste will be provided through a dumpster located on the west side of the subject site. The
dumpster will be rolled out to the trash staging area on appropriate days. Note that City of Clearwater
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Solid Waste sanitation vehicle will not drive into the site to empty the refuse container; thus the reason
for the trash staging area. All stormwater requirements have been met with this proposal.
Section 3-1202.D.1 of the Community Development Code requires a ten (10) wide landscape buffer
consisting of one (1) tree every 35' and 100% shrub coverage along the northern and southern perimeter
of the parcel. The applicant has requested a reduction to this buffer width along with a modification of
the required plant material. The reductions in the side landscape buffers are instigated by site constraints,
which have dictated the location of the site's stormwater drainage swales, which prohibit the planting of
trees in the swales. As a result, the proposed buffer will consist of a six feet vinyl PVC fence with
Confederate Jasmine vines. The fence and vines will provide an immediate buffer. To mitigate the loss of
buffer width the applicant has applied for the Comprehensive Landscape Program.
Comprehensive Landscape Program: Section 3-l202.G of the Community Development Code allows
the landscaping requirements contained within the Code can be waived or modified if the application
contains a Comprehensive Landscape Program satisfying certain criteria. The following table shows the
consistency of the development proposal with those criteria:
COMPLIANCE WITH COMPREHENSIVE LANDSCAPING PROGRAM (Section 3-
1202.G):
Consistent Inconsistent
l. Architectural theme:
a. The landscaping in a comprehensive landscape program shall be designed N/A N/A
as a part -of the architectural theme of the principle buildings proposed or
developed on the parcel proposed for development; or
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more attractive than landscaping otherwise permitted on the parcel pro-
posed for development lU1der the minimum landscape standards.
I 2. Lighting: Any lighting proposed as a part of a comprehensive landscape N/A N/A
program is automatically controlled so that the lighting is tumed off when the
business is closed.
3. Community character: The landscape treatment proposed m the X
comprehensive landscape program will enhance the con=unity character of
the City of Clearwater.
4. Property values: The landscape treatment proposed in the comprehensive X
landscape program will have a beneficial impact on the value of property in
the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development.
5. Special area or scenic corridor plan: The landscape treatment proposed in N/A N/A
the comprehensive landscape program is consistent with any special area or
scenic corridor plan which the City of Clearwater has prepared and adopted
for the area in which the parcel proposed for development is located.
The proposed Comprehensive Landscape Program has been found to be consistent with all applicable
criteria. Specifically, the proposed landscaping includes 14 large shade trees (5" caliper) where 2 V;"
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caliper is required, the installation of 16 Crape Myrtles, and 475 shrubs and ground cover. This palette of
plant material will provide immediate visual rewards to the immediate vicinity and community.
Code Enforcement Analysis: There are no outstanding enforcement issues associated with this site.
COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARDS AND CRITERIA: (Sections 2-401.1. and 2-402):
Standard Proposed Consistent Inconsistent
Floor Area Ratio 0.60 0.55 X
Impervious 0.85 0.54 X
Surface Ratio
Minimum Lot 15,000 square feet 16,800 square feet X
Area
Minimum Lot 150 feet 140 feet X*
Width
Height 30 feet 25 feet four inches X
Setbacks Front: 25 feet East: o feet (to trash staging area)
Side: 10 feet North: 5 feet (to building) X*
Side: 10 feet South: 5 feet (to building)
i Rear: 115 feet West: 6 feet (to dumpster enclosure)
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COMPLIANCE WITH FLEXIBILITY CRITERIA (Section 2-404.F):
Consistent Inconsistent
1. The development or redevelopment of the parcel proposed for X
! development is otherwise economically impractical without deviations
from the intensity and development standards.
2. The development of the parcel proposed for development as a X
residential infill project will not materially reduce the fair market value
of abutting properties.
3. The uses within the residential infill project are otherwise permitted in X
the district.
4. The uses within the residential infill proj ect are compatible with X
I adjacent lands uses.
I 5. The development of the parcel proposed for development, as a X
I residential infill project will upgrade the in1..Tllediate vicinity of the parcel
proposed for development. I
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\6. The design of the proposed residential infill project creates a fonn and I X
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I vicinity of the parcel proposed for development and the City of
Clearwater as a whole.
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7.
Flexibility in regard to lot width, required setbacks, height, off-street
parking, access or other development standards are justified by the
benefits to community character and the immediate vicinity of the parcel
roposed for develo ment and the City of Clearwater as a whole.
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COMPLIANCE WITH GENERAL STANDARDS (Section 3-913):
Consistent Inconsistent
1. The proposed development of the land will be in harmony with the scale, bulk, X
coverage, density and character of adjacent properties in which it is located.
2. The proposed development will not hinder or discourage development and use of X
adjacent land and buildings or significantly impair the value thereof
I 3 The proposed development will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons X
residing or working in the neighborhood.
4. The proposed development is designed to minimize traffic congestion. X
I 5. The proposed development is consistent with the community character of the X
immediate vicinity.
6. The design of the proposed development minimizes adverse effects, including X
visual, acoustic and olfactory and hours of operation impacts on adjacent properties.
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW:
FINDINGS:
1. That the subject property of approximately 0.39 acres is located on the west side of Lembo Circle,
approximately 180 feet west of Lincoln Avenue;
2. That the subject property is located within the Medium High Density Residential (MHDR) District
and the Residential High (RR) Future Land Use Plan Category;
3. Currently the site is vacant;
4. Applicant seeks relief from required landscape buffer under Code provisions of Section 3-1202.G.;
5. That the proposed reductions in the landscape buffers and setbacks will not adversely affect the
health or safety of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use;
6. The proposed structure heights are 25 feet four inches to the midpoint of the roof;
7. There are no pending Code Enforcement issues with this site; and
8. Adjacent uses are zoned Medium High Density Residential (MHDR) and Commercial (C);
CONCLUSIONS OF LAW:
1. Staff concludes that the proposal complies with the Flexible Development, Residential Infill
Redevelopment Project criterion, per Section 4-404.F;
2. Staff concludes that the proposal complies with the Comprehensive Landscape Program criterion, per
Section 3-1202.G.;
3. Staff further concludes that the proposal is in compliance with the General Applicability criteria per
Section 3-913 and the other standards of the Code;
4. The development is compatible with the sun-ounding area;
5. The proposed use will enhance other redevelopment efforts in the community; and
6. Based on the above findings and proposed conditions, Staff recommends approval of this application.
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION:
The Development Review Committee reviewed the application and supporting materials on August 3,
2006. The Planning Department recommends APPROVAL of the Flexible Development to permit a
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reduction to the minimum lot width from 150 to 140 feet, a reduction to the front (east) setback along
Lembo Circle from 25 feet to 0 feet to trash staging area, a reduction to the side (north and south) setback
from 10 feet to five feet to building and a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 15 feet to six feet (to
dumpster enclosure) as a Residential Infill Redevelopment Project per section 2-404.F. and a reduction to
the landscape buffer on the nOlih and south side from 10 feet to five feet as a Comprehensive Landscape
Program under the provisions of Section 3-l202.G., for the site at 622 Lembo Circle, with the following
conditions:
Conditions of Approval:
1. That the final design and color of the building be consistent with the conceptual elevations submitted
to, or as modified by, the CDB;
2. That any future freestanding sign be a monument-style sign a maximum of four feet in height and
designed to match the exterior materials and color of the building;
3. That all proposed utilities (from the right-of-way to the proposed building) be placed underground.
Conduits for the future undergrounding of existing utilities within the abutting right(s)-of-way shall
be installed along the entire site's street frontages prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
The applicant's representative shall coordinate the size and number of conduits with all affected
utility providers (electric, phone, cable, etc.), with the exact location, size and number of conduits to
be approved by the applicant's engineer and the City's Engineering Department prior to the com-
mencement of work; and
4. That all proposed landscaping be installed prior to final inspection by the Planning staff.
5. That prior to building permit, the four foot wide brick paver pedestrian pathway shall be relocated to
the soulh, outside of the limits of the driveway apron and throat.
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A. Scott Kurleman, Planner
ATTACHMENTS:
Aerial Photograph of Site and Vicinity
Location Map
Future Land Use Map
Zoning Atlas Map
Resume
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A. Scott Kurleman
100 South Myrtle Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-562-4567 x2504
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
. Planner III
City of Clearwater
June 2005 to present
Regulate growth and development of the City in accordance with land resource ordinances and
regulations related to community development. Landscape plan review including: conceptual,
variance, and conditional use. Reviews and analyzes site plans and conducts field studies to
determine the integrity of development plans and their compatibility with surroundings.
Interdepartmental and zoning assistance. Respond as a City representative to citizens, City
officials, and businesses concerning ordinances and regulations. Make recommendations and
presentations at staff level at various review committees, boards, and meetings.
. Land Resource Specialist
City of Clearwater
June 1996 to June 2005
Coordinates with City Legal Department to initiate legal proceedings for non-compliance with
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ensure that plant material installed per the approved landscape plan remains in a healthy growing
condition in perpetuity and restores deficient landscaped with new plant material. Certificate of
Occupancy Inspection. Perform inspections with contractors, owners, and City departments to
monitor the installation of required landscape material per an approved site plan. Process tree
permits ensuring that regulations governing the removal criteria are followed. Provide technical
tree evaluations for structural defects, hazards, proper pnming, and identification for trees on
public and private properties.
. Account Manager
Cherry Lake Farms, IMG Enterprise, Inc.
Groveland, FL
1993 - 1996
Supervised and managed existing territory accounts, while handling a strategic marketing plan.
Planned and directed in-field inspection program for landscape architects, municipalities and
private corporations. Prepared technical training modules for corporate employees and customers
regarding arboricultural techniques related to trees.
. Licensed Marketing Representative
Allstate Insurance Company
Clearwater, FL
1991 - 1993
Field inspections of insured structures. Policy service and account maintenance.
. Store Manager
William Natorp company, Inc.
Cincinnati, OR
1983 - 1991
Managed a team of 20 sales people and sales associates in a landscape center. Responsible for
teams of employees including but not limited to payroll, budgeting, sales, store and equipment
maintenance, workplace safety, and advertising. Managed outdoor staff, merchandised and cared
for all outdoor products. Responsible for all indoor staff and horticultural products.
EDUCATION
MBA- Masters of Business Administration, ST. LEO UNIVERSITY,
ST. LEO, FLORIDA. CUlTently pursuing.
BA in Business Administration, ST LEO UNIVERSITY, ST. LEO, FLORIDA.
Graduated July, 2002 Cum Laude. Major: Management
AA in Business Administration, ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGE, FLORIDA.
Graduated 1998. Major: Management.
AS in Ornamental Horticulture, OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, WOOSTER,
Graduated 1984 Cum Laude. Major: Horticulture Technology with emphasis in
Arboriculture.
ISA, International Society of Arboriculture, Certified Arborist, FL-0414.