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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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AGENDA
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING
TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 1989 - 1:30 PM
A. Approval of minutes of February 28, 1989
CONDmONAL USES:
ALL TESTIMONY IS GIVEN UNDER OATH. The Board follows the procedures outlined below:
1. The Chairman reads from the Public Hearing Notice each item as it is presented.
2. The Planning Director advises the Board of any pertinent background information.
3. The applicant or his representative presents his case.
4. Persons who support the application speak.
5. The Planning Director presents any supporting written documents.
6. Persons who oppose the application speak.
7. The Planning Director presents any opposing written documents.
8. Persons supporting the application (other than applicant) may speak in rebllUal.
9. Persons opposing may speak in rebuttal.
10. The applicant has an opportunity for fmal rebuttal.
11. The Board makes a decision.
FLORIDA STATUTE 286.0105 STATES: ANY PERSON APPEALING A DECISION OF THIS BOARD
MUST HA VB A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS TO SUPPORT SUCH APPEAL.
B. Conditional Uses:
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M&Bts 14.04 and 14.05, Sec. 17-29S-16E
(2930 Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard)
E & R Properties, Inc. (Tio Pepe
Restaurant)/Frank Milano
CU 89-16
Request - 4-COP (On-Premise
Consumption of Alcoholic
Beverages
Zoned - CG (General Commercial)
AND CR-24 (Resort
Commercial"Twenty-Fourlt)
2. Lot 1, Cypress Point Shopping Center
(2351 U.S. Hwy. 19 North)
Oxford/Concord Investments No. 1
(Home Depot)/Nathan Hightower
CU 89-17
Request - Outdoor Retail Sales,
Displays and/or Storage
Zoned - CC (Commercial Center)
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Lots 2A and 2B, Campus Walk Sub.
(2551 Drew Street)
ABS Properties (Maximo Liquors,
Inc.)/Nelson Powell
CU 89-18
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Request - 3-PS (Package Sales of
Alcoholic Beverages)
Zoned - CH (Highway Commercial)
4. M&B 31.07, Sec. 02-29S-15E
(1811 North Highland Avenue)
Highland Ventures, Inc. CWe Make
U Bake Pizza)/Maxwell Goebel
CU 89-19
Request - 2-APS (Package Sales of
Alcoholic Beverages)
Zoned - CC (Commercial Center)
5. Lot 7, Cate's A.B. & Jennie Sub.
(407 North Osceola Avenue)
The Salvation ArmylE. D. Armstrong
CU 89-20
Request - Transitional Residential
Shelter including social
service offices
Zoned - RM-28 (Multiple Family
Residential "Twenty-Eight")
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ANNEXATION. ZONING. lAND USE PLAN AMENDMENTS. AND LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
REVIEW:
(1) Statement of case by applicant - 5 minutes
(2) Presentation by staff - 5 minlJtes
(3) Comments from public in support/opposition:
individual - 3 minutes
spokesperson for group - 10 minutes
(4) Public Hearings are closed
(5) Discussion/Action by Board
C. Annexation and Zoni.n9;
1. Lot 6, Glen Ellyn Estates (Located at 2166
Burnice Drive)
(Brooks)
A 89-01
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Request - Annexation and Zoning RS-6
(Single Family Residential
"Six")
Lot 6, Blk. A, Clearwater Highlands, Unit
B (Located at 1851 East Drive)
(Brenner)
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Request - Annexation and Zoning RS-8
(Single Family Residential
"Eight")
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D. ~ Atlas and Land Use Plan Amendmcn!
and Local PlanninR: As1.encv Review:
C\ 1. South portion of Lots 3 and 10, Bamboo
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(SDS Investments)
Z 89-01 LUP 89-01
ZaninJ! Atlas:
FROM: RS-8 (Single Family
Residential)
TO: CO (General Commercial)
Land Use PIare
FROM: Low Density Residential
TO: Commercial/I'ourist Facility
E. Land Deye1OlJDlCD1 Code Text Amendment and
Lacal P1wminf!: Asrencv Review:
1. Chapter 136, Section 136.024 (pROPOSED
OlWINANCB)
To provide that an application for a
variance from the separation requirements
for an alcoholic beverage establishment
shall be filed with the development code
administrator rather than the City Clerk.
(LDCA 89-04)
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H. Board and Staff Comments
1. WORI<SHOP: Comprehensive Plan - Goals,
Objectives and Policies and Needs Summary for:
Utilities Element, Recreation/Open Space
Element, Transportation Element.
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Members Present: Chairman Johnson, Ms. Nixon, Messrs. Ferrell, Green, and Schwob
Members Absent: Messrs. Ehrig and Hamilton
A. Motion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Ferrell, to approve the minutes of the February
28, 1989 meeting as corrected. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
Chairman Johnson outlined the procedures for conditional uses and advised that anyone adversely affected by
a decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, with regard to conditional uses, has two weeks from this date in
which to file an appeal through tbe City Clerk's Office. Florida Law requires any party appealing a decision of
this Board to have a record of the proceedings to support the appeal.
ITEMS ARE USTED IN AGENDA ORDER THOUGH NOT NECESSAlULY DISCUSSED
IN THAT ORDER.
B. Conditional Uses:
1. M&.B's 14.04 and 14.05, Sec. 17-29S-l6E (2930 Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard)
E &. R Properties, Inc. (Tio Pepc Rcstaurant)/Frank Milano
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4-COP (On-Premise Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages)
CG (General Commercial) AND CR-24 (Resort Commercial "Twenty-
Four")
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for on-premise consumption of alcoholic beverages in the
General Commercial zoning district and the Resort Commercial"Twenty-pour" zoning district where the parking
area is contained; the governing sections of the Land Development Code are SectiollS 136.024 and 136.025(b)i
the specific request is for a proposed 184 square foot expansion of storage area at 1'io Pepe's Restaurant and
there will be no increase in seating; the Traffic Engineer had no objection; and, the Police Department saw no
reason to deny license to applicant. Ms. Harvey stated the applicant will be required to obtain approval by the
City Commission of a variance to the separation distance, which is scheduled to the held on March 16, 1989. Ms.
Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the above request subject to the following: 1) That the Building
permit be procured within 6 months; and, 2) That the variance to the separation distance be approved by the City
Commission.
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Mr_ Frank Milano, applicant, stated he is asking approval of his request for expansion of a storage room. He
advised there will be no additional seating. After questioning by Mr. Schwob, Mr. Milano advised there will be
no change in the concept. He further stated the change is due to the taking of frontage by Florida Department
of Transportation. He also stated he lost 480 square feet of seating area, which may be the subject of a later
request.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Ferrell, to approve the above request subject to the following:
1) That the Building permit be procured within 6 months; and, 2) That the variance to the separation distance
be approved by the City Commission. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
2. Lot 1, Cypress Point Shopping Center (2351 U.S. Hwy.19 North)
Oxford/Concord Investments No.1 (Home Depot)/Nathan Hightower
CU 89-17
Request -
Zoned -
Outdoor Retail Sales, Displays and/or Storage
CC (Commercial Center)
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Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for outdoor storage in the Commercial Center zoning districtj
the governing sections of the Land Development Code are Sections 136.025(b) and (c)(22)j and, the Traffic
Engineer had no comment. Ms. Harvey stated the request is the same request that was before this Board on
December 15, 1987, which request was approved by this Board subject to the following conditions: 1) That an
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amendment to the site plan be submitted and approved that includes a minimum 6 foot opaque fence between
the loading area and the residential area and landscaping be provided at a minimum starting height of 8 feet on
the east side of said opaque fencing; 2) 'Taat storage be no higher than opaque fencing; and, 3) That the use
permit be procured within the time frame set by certified site plan. She also stated that the storage area wad not
started within the required time frame. Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the above request
subject to the following conditions: 1) Th.at there be a minimum 6 foot opaque fence between the loading area
and the residential area; 2) "I'hat landscaping be provided at a minimum starting height of 8 foot on the east side
of said opaque fence; 3) That storage be no higb.er than the opaque fencing; 4) That the building permit be
procured within 6 months; and, S) That a revised site plan, reflecting the storage area, be submitted to the City.
Atty. Nathan Hightower, representative ()f applicant, stated this request was previously approved by this Board.
He stated applicant is requesting the same conditional use with the same conditions of approval. He also stated
applicant has no objection to the additional conditions. Mr. Hightower asked for one additional condition as the
result of conversations with neighbors; taat being, that the cedar fence be replaced with a fence of an identical
quality. He advised the Development Code Adjustment Board approved a variance to the open space
requirement and a fence up to 8 feet tall. He stated the 8 foot fence was requested as a compromise to improve
the looks of the property and to cut down on visibility and noise. After questioning by Ms. Nixon, Mr. Hightower
advised that a cedar fence is flimsy and he believes a chain-link fence with slats will be installed. He stated that
a chain-link fence is more durable than a cedar fence and changing the cedar fence has been discllssed with
neighbors. He further stated the 8-foot landscape buffer will be between the fence and the road and the fence
v.ill be difficult to see.
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Ms. Harvey advised one letter of objection Vias received from Mr. Douglas Roach, property owner to the east,
wl10 made suggestions at the previous meeting and has again stated those suggestions.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Green, to approve the of the above request subject to the
following conditions: 1) That there be a minimum 6 foot opaque fence between the loading area and the
residential area; 2) That landscaping be provided at a minimum starting height of 8 foot on the east side of said
opaque fence; 3) That storage be no higher than the opaque fencing; 4) That the building permit be procured
within 6 months; and, 5) That a revised site plan, reflecting the storage area, be submitted to the City. Motion
carried unanimously (5 to 0).
3. Lots 2A and 2B, Campus Walk Sub. (2551 Drew Street)
ABS Properties (MlOdmo Liquors, Inc.)/Nelson Powell
CU 89-18
Request -
Zoned -
3-PS (Package Sales of Alcoholic Beverages)
eH (Highway Commercial)
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for package sales of alcoholic beverages in the Highway
Commercial zoning district; the specific request is for applicant to operate a liquor store with a 3-PS State license
in Campus Walk Shopping Center; the governing sections of the Land Development Code are Sections 136.024
and 136.025(b); the Traffic Engineer had no objection; and, the Police Department saw no reason to deny license
to applicant. Ms. Harvey stated no variance to the separation distance will be required to be approved by the City
Commission. Ms. Harvey advised staff recoDlDlended approval of the above request subject to the following: 1)
That the alcoholic beverage license be ()btained within 6 months; and, 2) That the Occupational License be
obtained within 6 months.
Mr. Nelsoll Powell, applicant, stated he proposes to move his liquor store from south St. Petersburg to
Clearwater. After questioning by Board members, Mr. Powell advised he has been operating in Maximo Plaza
in St. Petersburg for one year and there Vlill be no entertainment.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Scbwob, seconded by Mr. Ferrell, to approve the above request subject to the following:
1) That the alcoholic beverage license be obtained within 6 months; and, 2) That the Occupational License be
obtained within 6 months. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
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M&B 31.07, Sec. 02-29S-15E
(1811 North Highland Avenue)
Highland Ventures, Inc. 0'.Je Make
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Zoned -
2-APS (Package Sales of Alcoholic Beverages)
CC (Commercial Center)
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for package sales of alcoholic beverages in the Commercial
Center zoning district; the applicant proposes a retail pizza establishment at the Highland Square Shopping
Center with a 2.APS State license; the governing sections of the Land Development Code are Sections 136.024
and 136.025(b); the Traffic Engineer had no objection; and, the Police Department saw no reason to recommend
denial. Ms. Harvey stated no variance to the separation distance will be required to be approved by the City
Commission. Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the above request subject to the following: 1)
That the alcoholic beverage license be obtained within 6 months; and, 2) That the Occupational License be
obtained within 6 months.
Mr. Maxwell G()Cbel, applicant, stated he is applying for a license for package sales of beer and wine. After
questioning by Mr. Schwob, Mr. Goebel advised as follows: He is new to this area of business; there will be no
eating or drinking in the establishment; and, there are nearby places that sell beer and wine.
Ms. Harvey advised one letter of objection was received from a nearby property owner.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Ferrell, to approve the above request subject to the following:
1) That the alcoholic beverage license be obtained within 6 months; and, 2) That the Occupational License be
obtained within 6 months. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
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Lot 7, Cate's A.B. & Jennie Sub.
(407 North Osceola Avenue)
The Salvation ArmylE. D. Armstrong
CU 89-20
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Zoned -
Transitional Residential Shelter including social service offices
RM-28 (Multiple Family Residential "Twenty-Eight")
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Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for a family transitional residential shelter with social service
offices in the Multiple Family Residential "Twenty-Eight" zoning district; the request is being reviewed as a
conditional use using Section 136.025(b) of the Land Development Code; the specific request is to utilize an
existing building for 7 apartments for short-term residential use and 2 offices for social service outreach and
counseling to families living in the building; and, Chief Klein stated thc Police Department is in support of the
request and felt there would be no adverse impact to the Police Department. Ms. Harvey stated this type of
request is not specifically identified in the Land Development Code and is reviewed undcr the special review
section of the Code. Ms. Harvey also advised she requested the Salvation Army to notify people in the
neighborhood, in addition to the notice of public hearing, primarily for the neighborhood to be knowledgeable
about the project. Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the above request subject to the following:
1) That there be no single adults in the facility; 2) That the Occupational License be procured within 6 months;
and 3) That the offices provided be deemed accessory to the primary use of the property and that the offices not
be made available except to those living in the facility.
Atty. Ed Armstrong, representative of applicant, stated the request is to permit transitional housing with social
service office. He stated the building is currently vacant and is proposed to be remodelled. He also stated
applicant will be spending approximately $95,000 to remodel and bring the building up to Code. Atty. Armstrong
advised the following: The building will be a benefit to the neighborhood and residents are expected to remain
in apartments 4 to 6 months; a prerequisite for living in the apartments is that the residents have a responsible,
verifiable job; part of the residents' rent will be saved and refunded to resident upon departure for use for
deposits on rent, electricity, etc; and, some personal counseling, such as checkbook balancing, etc., will be made
available. Atty. Armstrong felt the applicant complies with the land use plan and the Code provisions. He stated
applicant is meeting a social need and he felt the applicant is qualified to operate the program. Atty. Armstrong
stated a task force has been established to oversee the project and a seat on the task force has been offered to
Harbor Bluffs for one of its residents.
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Donald Cannin~ Ca'Dtain.. Salvation Armv, stated the Salvation Army has been an integral part of Clearwater
for many years and has bad a significant impact on the lives of individuals who are helped. He stated this project
is not a shelter but is apartments. He stated a rental agreement must be signed. He felt the "homeless" are the
fastest growing element of society and are a problem that must be addressed. He stated that it costs several
hundred dollars to IIlove into an apartment and the Salvation Army is offering an important service to Upper
Pinellas County. After questioning by Mr. Schwab, Captain Canning stated the Belcher Road facility will
primarily be administrative offices, religious programs, and program services for the community. He stated the
facility is not intended for the homeless or the indigent person.
Robert Burwe1I. President. FIrSt N"ational Bank. Vice-Chairman of Advisorv Board stated many people are
excited with the idea that the downtown area is not being abandoned.
After questioning by Ms. Nixon, Jay Mvers.. Ar~ stated there are three floors in the building and three
apartments on each floor. He advised there is one apartment in back and two offices on the first floor and three
apartments on each the second and third floors. He stated there will be 4 two-bedroom apartments and 3 one-
bedroom apartments.
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After questioning by Mr. Schwob, Ms. Harvey slated she would be concerned if the offices were available to
serving a larger cOl1lII1llDity as there would be more traffic than just residential traffic. She stated there would
also be concern if the office portion were expanded to accommodate more people than the residents. She also
stated she would like to see that the location not be advertised so that anyone can walk into the building. After
questioning by Mr. Schwob, Atty. Armstrong conferred with applicant and advised that applicant would not be
in opposition to the condition that limited social service needs to residents.
After questioning by Mr. Ferrell, ~. Harvey advised the site would not be subject to formal site plan review but
would be under the guidance of the Building division of the City.
After questioning by :Ms. NixoD, Donald Canning, Captain in the Salvation Army, advised as follows: The building
was used as rental apartments and was vacated because of not meeting the Building Code; some of the previous
tenants would be considered low-income residents; he doesn't think there were many children; there were no
problems with or complaints from neighbors; and, the play area would be to the east of the main entrance.
Ms. Harvey advised a letter of support was received from Mrs. Lois Cormier (see attached).
-In support of the above request, the following persons appeared to give their comments:
Atty. Armstrong advised there were many people present in support of the above project. Chairman Johnson
asked those persons in support of the project to stand and advised) for the record, there were several people in
attendance who support the above project.
Ms. Harvey advised one letter of opposition was received from Harbor Bluffs Condominium Association.
In opposition to the above request, the following persons appeared to give their comments:
Attv. Eli7..abetb Eddy, representative of Harbor Bluffs Condominiums, stated the residents are not as much in
opposition as they were previously but the residents are concerned about a Level ill congregate care facility
wWch is not permitted in the RM-28 zoning district. She felt the length of stay indicated a more transitional
atmosphere. She expressed concern that a playground may indicate a day care center and suggested more
restrictive conditions be placed on the playground. She felt this kind of use is not appropriate for the property.
Josevh Beno. 500 North Osceola. stated the subject property was previously a retirement home for Salvation
Army persons and has been empty for three years. He stated there is a playground being built on the back of
the property. He expressed concern about the number of persons in an apartment.
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Edward Berrv. 500 North Osceola Avenue. expressed concern about what will be going on at the property. He
stated that until recently he was told a social service agency would be in the building, and he expressed concern
that the area would beccme another Ft. Harrison. After questioning by Board members, Mr. Berry advised as
follows: He is not as opposed since counseling services will not be provided to the public; he is unsure what to
do about the offer of a Harbor Bluffs' resident being offered a position on the advisory board; Harbor Bluffs is
not a rental building and the minimum lease for those who do rent is for three months; and, there are
approximately 15 of 82 units that are rented.
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Ms. Nixon advised that if a day carc center would bc locatcd at the subject properly, the applicant would be
required to have conditional use approval for a day care center at the location.
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In support rebuttal, Lois PhillipS, 734 34th Street St. Pctcrsbur~ stated she will be the person to run the
apartmcnt building and addcd she will cooperate with Harbor Bluffs residents. Shc also stated she has already
talked to HRS and will meet any guidelines that are required. She advised there is no day care center proposed
for the location and if any day care is needed, it will be provided at the Belcher Road location. She also advised
the residents will be supervised, scrcened for drugs and alcohol, and immediately evicted if any are found. She
stated the proposed residences are for people who don't know how to handle a checkbook and the residents will
not be transients. After questioning by Mr. Schwob, Ms. Phillips stated she has been with Salvation Army for 13
years and she does all social service work. She added she has worked with Everybody's Tabernacle, Stepping
Stone, etc.
In support rebuttal, Captain Canning stated the apartment building was not a retirement center and, though tbere
may have been some retired Salvation Army people living in the building, young couples also lived in the building.
He stated the building has been vacant for about 1 1/2 years because it did not meet Building Code
requirements. A child care facility will not be located at the facility. He added the Salvation Army would be
happy to have a resident from Harbor Bluffs on the advisory board. After questioning by Mr. Ferrell, Captain
Canning stated the playground is a small portion of the area and is for children who would be living in the
building.
In support rebuttal, Mr. Myers stated the playground is only large enough for possibly a sand box or a swing set
but it would not be a large-scale playground.
In opposition rebuttal, Yolette Frev. 500 North Osceola. expressed concern about the look of downtown
Clearwater as a whole. She expressed concern that the building will not be monitored after 5:00 PM. She stated
she understands there may be warehousing of food at the location.
In opposition rebuttal, Harry Burdette. 500 North Osceola, expressed concern that property values would be
lowered.
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Lee LoIU!. 1454 Palmetto, stated lIe owns property across the street to the north. He stated he neither supports
nor opposes the request but he is concerned about parking.
In opposition rebuttal, Alice Riling,ton. Palm Harbor. provertv owner in Harbor Bluffs, questioned if there will
be any day services offered to those who reside in the building. She also questioned how many of those people
in support of the project live closest to the project.
In opposition rebuttal, Florence D~ 500 North Osceola. expressed concern about taxes Dot being paid on the
property.
In ftnal rebuttal, Atty. Armstrong advised as follows: The property is not proposed to be a Level ill group home;
the use requested is proper; the playground is for residents of the building; any day care services needed will be
provided on Belcher Road; the property has not been on the tax: rolls for some time; twenty-four hour supervision
is not valid; the Salvation Army is serving a social need; applicant would still like to have a resident from Ha:rbor
Bluffs on the advisory board; the applicant is willing to commit to residents being required to stay a minimum
of three months; there is adequate parking at the subject location; there is no evidence that shows property
values would be decreased; and, applicant does meet requirements.
After questioning by Board members, Atty. Armstrong advised as follows: It is possible some canned food will
be in the offices in closets; families will have their own kitchens; and, there will be no sign on the front of the
building, there will only be an address.
Ms. Nixon felt anything done to better the property will be an improvement and she doesn't feel there will be
too many children at one time. She felt the request by the Salvation Army to have someone on the advisory board
sl10uld be taken up by the residents of Harbor Bluffs. She also felt the Salvation Army has taken care of its
properties and projects.
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Mr. Green felt the project will be indistinguishable from the street from other apartment houses and felt the
apartment would have a better impact than would vacant property.
Mr. Schwob felt applicant met Code requirements.
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Discussion followed and it was determined that "single adults" did not mean single parents with children but
meant a man or woman without children. The Board felt a single parent with children should not be prevented
from being allowed to reside at the location.
Motion was made by Ms. Nixon, seconded by Mr. Green, to approve the above request subject to the following:
1) That there be no single adults in the facility; 2) That the Occupational License be procured within 6 months;
and 3) That the social service offices provided are deemed accessory to the primary use of the property and that
the offices will serve residents only. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
C. Annexation and ZoIlinR:
1. Lot 6, Glen Ellyn Estates (Located at 2166 Burnice Drive)
(Brooks)
A 89-01
Request - Annexation and Zoning, RS-6 (Single Family Residential liS ix")
The above property is located at 2166 Burnice Drive.
The applicant was not present.
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for annexation and RS-6 (Single Family Residential "Six") zoning;
the Land Use Plan classification is Low Density Residential; City sewer is being extended to serve the subject
lot; and the property is presently vacant and is proposed to be developed with a single family residence. Ms.
Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the request for annexation and RS-6 (Single Family Residential
"Six") zoning.
Mr. Johnson advised that the house is built.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Schowb, seconded by Mr. Ferrell, to recommend approval for the request for
(r~t:, annexation and RS-6 (Single Family ResidentialIlSix") zoning. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
2. Lot 6, Blk. A, Clearwater Highlands, Unit B (Located at 1851 East Drive)
(Brenner)
A 89-02
Request - Annexation and Zoning, RS-8 (Single Family ResidentialIlEight")
The above property is located at 1851 East Drive.
The applicant was not present.
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for annexation and RS-S (Single Family Residential"Eight")
zoning; the Land Use Plan classification is Low Density Residential; City water and sewer are available; and the
property developed with a single family residence. Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the request
for annexation and RS-8 (Single Family ResidentialIEigbt") zoning.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Schowb, seconded by Mr. Green, to recommend approval for the request for
annexation and RS-8 (Single Family Residential "Eightll) zoning. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
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FROM: RS-8 (Single Family ResidentiaIIEight")
TO: CO (General Commercial)
Land Use Plan:
FROM: Low Density Residential
TO: Commercial{fourist Facility
D. Zonimt Atlas and Land Use Plan Amendment and Local PJanni~ AJ!encv Review:
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South portion of Lots 3 and 10, Bamboo Sub. (Located east and west of Bamboo Lane, south of GuIf-
to- Bay- Boulevard)
(SDS Investments)
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The above property is located east and west of Bamboo Lane, south of Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard.
Atty. Emil C. Marquard~ representative of applicant, stated applicant thought tile subject lots were zoned
Commercial General. He added the portion of the lots currently zoned Single Family Residential is the south
34 feet.
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for zoning atlas amendment from RS-8 (Single Family
Residential "Eight") to General Commercial zoning and a Land Use Plan amendment from Low Density
Residential to Commerciallfourist Facilities; a condition of site plan review and conditional use approval was
that the portion of the subject property currently zoned Single Family Residential be rezoned to General
Commercial; and the above request is being made in order that the southerly portion of the lots will have the
same zoning designation as the northerly portions of the lots. Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended approval
of the request for zoning atlas amendment from RS-8 (Single Family ResidentialIEight") to General Commercial
zoning and a Land Use Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to Commercial!I'ourist Facilities.
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No pe~sons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Green, to recommend approval of the request for zoning
atlas amendment from RS-8 (Single Family Residential"Eight") to General Commercial zoning and a Land Use
Plan amendment from Low Density Residential to CommerciaIfTourist Facilities. Motion carried unanimously
(5 to 0).
E. Land Develoument Code Text Amendment and Local Planninp,: Agency Review:
1. Chapter 136, Section 136.024 (pROPOSED ORDINANCE)
To provide that an application for a variance from the separation requirements for an alcoholic
beverage establishment shall be fIled with the development code administrator rather than the City
Clerk. (LDCA 89-04)
Ms. Harvey advised this City-initiated request is being made because applications for a variance to the separation
distance are currently submitted to the City Clerk's Office because it was the City Commission who wanted the
variance requirement. She stated all other alcoholic beverage related applications are accepted in the Planning
and Development Department. She also stated the variances are presented by the Planning and Development
Department, which is most familiar with the variances at City Commission meetings. The proposed ordinance
changes the submission location from the City Clerk's Office to the Code Administration division of Planning
and Development. Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the proposed ordinance that provides that
an application for a variance from the separation requirements for an alcoholic beverage establishment shall be
filed with the development code administrator rather than the City Clerk.
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No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the proposed ordinance.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Ferrell, to recommend approval of the proposed ordinance
that provides for an application for a variance fTom the separation requirements for an alcoholic beverage
establishment shall be fIled with the development code administrator rather than the City Clerk. Motion carried
unanimously (5 to 0).
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Ms. Harvey advised that John Ehrig has been appointed as a member of the Planning and Zoning Board and
will attend the workshop on March 21, 1989.
H. Board and Staff Comments
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Motion was made by Ms. Nixon, seconded by Mr. Schwob, to recommend that the City Commission consider
amending the alcoholic beverage ordinance to require review for request for expansion of only alcoholic beverage
service areas. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
Planning and Zoning Board Meeting adjourned at 3:32 PM.
1. WORKSHOP: Comprehensive Plan - Goals, Objectives and Policies and Needs Summary for: Utilities
Element, Recreation/Open Space Element, Transportation Element.
RECREATION and OPEN SPACE ELEMENT
Mr. Pruitt e>qllained the Recreation and Open Space Element and the Goals, Objectives and Policies. He
explained neighborhood parks, cOIDDlWlity parks, and mini-parks. He also explained where there is a need for
parks and the City's Recreation and Open Space Land Dedication Requirements. Discussion followed regarding
existing and future levels of service in regard to the City's parks. Discussion followed concerning the possible
difficulties of meeting the goals as they are stated. Mr. Pruitt explained how the City's Parke; and Recreation
Department uses advice from citizens regarding future placement of parks in the City. The Board requested the
year "1995" be added to Policy 14.3.1.
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Ms. Papandreas explained the Traffic Circulation Element and the Goals, Objectives and Policies. She explained
computerized traffic signalization, Levels of Service (LOS), and Special Transportation Areas (STA). She also
explained the need for commitments by developers who propose development on backlogged facilities. She
further explained dedication of future rights-of-way. Discussion followed regarding the possibility of the City
getting involved in litigation with developers regarding the policies for dedication of rights-of-way and for
requirements for development on backlogged facilities.
Workshop adjourned at 4:40 PM.
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Tho Regional Editorials Editor, Steve Kaylor, of the Tampa Tribune does not live in
the nei~hborhood where the SALVATION ^R~IT desires a special conditional use here before
YOIl today. Neither do I --and when I went to the Salvation Army yesterday to offer my
support, I was told they were not asking anyone to speak 1n their behalf todny--they do
have an Attorney. Nevertheless, I do agree with what the Tribune editorial said t~day
in Hs headline. HOUSINCi PLAN DESERVES SUPPORT. I am therefore enclosing the editorial
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HOUSing~lan deserves suppo~t ' .
ThNsalv.~tlOn Army, using .donated getlng training In th~ evening and be lre-
mane and time, plans convert a now qulred to tollow speclflc guidelines.
empty l@..rtment ~mp ex In Clearwater It Is a project designed around not just
Into a seven.unlt transitional housing com- help, but also self-help. "
plcx. - To proceed, the Salvation Army needs,
Seven apartments wo,,'t begin to fill PI- permission from the Clearwater Planning
nellas County's crltlcal need for housing and Zoning Board because the city's devel-
for famllles who fal! Into the category of opment codes do not specifically mention
the working poor. Those are famllles who transitional housing as a use. The board
have jobs, but who, through some mistor- considers that request today.
tune, have fallen upon hard times. The Salvation Army has, through the
They now must Il ve In cramped condl- years, been a good neighbor on North Fort
tlons with friends and relatives or, even Harrison Avenue, and there's . little doubt
worse, sometimes In their cars, because that it would work to maintain that rela.
they lack the money . needed to rent a tionshlp In years to come. It wants the pro-
home of their own. For the 14 to 21 faml- gram to not just work, but to work well.
lies who woul~ be helped ea<;h year, the Among the plan's supporters Is Clearwa-
new Salvation Army program offers a ter Pollee Chief Sid Klein, who says It wlll
chance to save money needed for utility "serve a social need, and wlll not be detrl.
deposlls and down payments on more per- mental to the downtown area."
manent accommodations. We urge the Clearwater Planning and
The Salvation Army plans to renovate a Zoning Board to approve the Salvation Ar-
building It already owns to provide the my's request to provide transitional hous-
apartments. A small play area and parking Ing within the now vacant Lennox
lot wl\l be added to serve the tenants. Apartment Building at Osceola and Gear-
Those taking part will work during the day, gla streets as a way to begin meeting what
receive basic financial planning and bud- has been, for too long, an unmet need.
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