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AGENDA
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1988 - 1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
A. Approval of minutes of November 15, 1988
CONDITIONAL USES:
ALL TESTINONY IS GIVEN UNDER OATH. The Board follows the procedures outlined
below:
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1. The Chairman reads from the Public. Hearing Notice each item as it
is presented.
2. The Planning Director advises the Eoard of any pertinent background
information.
3. The applicant or his representative presents his c.ase.
4. Persons who support the application speak.
5. The Planning Director presents any supporting written documents.
6. Persons who support the application speak.
7. The Planning Director presents any opposing written documents.
8. Persons supporting the application (other than applicant) may speak
in rebuttal.
9. Persons opposing may speak in rebuttal.
10. The applicant has an opportunity for final rebuttal.
ll~ The Board makes a decision.
FLORIDA STATUTE 286.0105 STATES: ANY PERSON APPEALING A DECISION OF THIS BOARD
MUST HAVE A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS TO SUPPORT SUCH APPEAL.
B. Conditional Uses:
1. (CONTINUED FROM 11/15/88)
Lot 14, Blk. 16, Milton Park
(724 Tuskawilla)
Edward & James t\Thite VFW Post
l0304/Archie Marks
ell 88-96
Request - ll-C (On Premise
Consumption of Alcoholic
Beverages)
Zoned - p/SP (Public/Semi-Public)
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Part Lots 1 and 4, Lot 2, Blk. C,
Island Estates, Unit 5
(20 Island \vay)
Twenty Island Y1ay, Inc. (The Flagship
Restaurant)/Danlel Simmons
Cll 88-107
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Request - 4-COL>-SRX (On Premise
Consamption of Alcoholic
Bever-ages)
Zoned - CG (General Commercial)
3. Lots 7 tilrough 13 and 15 through 20,
Blk. B. Bayside Sub. #5
(678 Gulfview Boulevard South)
E & G Investors, Inc., Gregory
Politis and Elias Anastasopoulos
(Walgreen Co.)( Mudano Assoc.
Cll 88-108
Request - 3-P8 (Package Sales of
Alco~olic Beverages)
Zoned - CB (Beach Commercial)
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4. Lots 7 through 11, J. B. Roberts Sub.
AND Portion of Porn's Park Sub. lying
south of Pinellas Street plus vacated
right of way of Hamlet Avenue and
part of vacated right-of-way of
Tuskawilla Street
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Morritt Homes, Inc. (Mighty Kleen
Cars)/Lee Arnold Mgmt. Services
Cll 88-109
Request - Vehicle Service (Auto
Detailing
Zoned - IL (Limited Industrial)
5. Part Lot 1, Lots 2, 3, 4, 24 & 25,
Blk. B) Bayside Sub. No. 5
(630 Gulfview Boulevard South)
Elias Anastasopoulos (Jo-Go Amusement
Center)
Cll 88-110
Request - Outdoor Commercial
Recreation/Entertainment
Zoned - CB (Beach Commercial)
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Request - Annexation and Zoning, RS-6
(Single Family Residential
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ANNEXATION, ZONING, LAND USE PLAN AHENDKENTS, AND LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY
REVIEW:
(1) Statement of case by applicant - 5 minutes
(2) Presentation by staff - 5 Ddnutes
(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 Zoning:
1. Lot 3, BIk. D, Oak Acres Add. Sub.
(Located on the north side of
Lakeview Road, east of Duncan Avenue)
(Pappas)
A 88-35
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Annexation, Zoning, Land Use Plan
Amendment, and Local Planning Agency
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Land Use
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P1an:
Commercial/Tourist
Facilities
Industrial
1. M&B 13.15, Sec. 12-29S-l5E
(Located at the northeast corner of
the intersection of Hercules Avenue
and Palmetto Street)
(DEM Partnership)
A 88-34 LUP 88-25
Request - Annexation and Zoning, IL
(Limited Industrial)
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Lot 1) Blk. 3, Acker's Sub.
(Located at the northeast corner of
the intersection of Charles Avenue
and Daniel Street)
(Maher/Vogel)
A 88-36 LUP 88-26
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Request - Annexation and Zoning, OL
(Limited Office)
Land Use Plan:
FROM: Low Density Residential
TO: Residential/Office
E. Chairman's Items
F. Director's Items
G. Board and Staff Comments
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MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD
TUESDAY) NOVEMBER 29, 1988 - 1:30 PM
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~embers Present:
Chairman Johnson, Ms. Nixon, Messrs. Hamilton, Hogan, and
Sc.bwob
Also present: M. A. Galbraith) Jr., City Attorney
~embers Absent:
Messrs. Ferrell and Grecn
A.. l>1otion was made by Mr. Hogan, sec.onded by Mr. Hamilton, to continue
approval of the minutes of the NO\Tember 15, 1988 meeting to the meeting
Df December 13) 1988. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
Cllai rman Johns on out Ii ned the pJ:."ocedures fa r condit ional llSGS and advised that
anyone adversely af fected by a decision of the Planning and Zoning Boa rd)
with J:."egard to conditional uses, has two weeks from this date in which to file
an appeal through the City Clerk's Office. Florida Law requires any party
appe.aling a dee is ion of this Board to ha ve a reco rd of the proceedings to
support the appeal.
ITEMS AR] LISTED IN AGENDA ORDER THOUGH NOT NECESSARILY DISCUSSED
IN THAT ORDER..
B. Conditio~L Uses:
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(CON1rNUED FROM 11/15/88)
Lot 14, Blk. 16, Milton Park
(724- Tuskawilla)
Ed"Ward & James ~.J"h ite VFW Pas t 10304/ Archie Marks
ell 88-96
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Req~est - ll-C (On Premise Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages)
Zoned p/sp (Public/Semi-Public)
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l1s - llarvey advised a s follows: This is a reques t for on premise consumption of
alcoholic bever.ages in the Public/Semi-Public zoning district; the specific
State license being applied for is a new ll-C license which is issued to
frat ernal ot"ganiza tions; the governing see tions of the Land Development Code
are See tions 136.024 and 136.025 (b); the Traf fic Engineer expressed conc.ern
regarding the amount of park.ing on site as it would relate to the
estab~ishment if it were considered to be a bar; parking requirements have
been met in regard to this use) the site plan has been approved and certified)
and applicant has obtained its Certificate of Occupancy; and) the Police
Department, in its initial comments, saw no reason to deny license to
applicant. Ms. Harvey stated no variance to separation distance will be
reqllired.
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11s - Harvey .ad vised a let ter of object ion f rom the Church of God on Myrtle
Avenue and a let tel. of objection. from Ms. Irma Ezelle were received at the
meet lng on November 15, 1988. Ms. Harvey stated this request was continued
frolll the November 15, 1988 meeting in order for staff to obtain further
information froD! the Police Department regarding activities at the subject
location. She stated the Police Department reviewed their records and provided
in:fol'mation to staff) and the Police Department summarized that the VFW is
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No persons appeared to speak in support of or in opposition to the above
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located closely to two residences. She also stated the Police Department
suggested a privacy fence be installed on the VF\~'s property. She further
stated the Police Department found that a 11 calls made to the depa rtment
voicing concerns occurred in 1986 and 1987, which is prIor to the use of the
property by the VFW. She added the Po lice Department advised 00 calls were
received by in 1988 and no written complaInts were filed regarding the
property. 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.
Kr. Archi.e Marks, Commander of VFW Post l0304t appellred to ans,,,er the Board's
questions. After questioning by Board members, Mr. Mades advised as follows:
The VFW has been in operation at the subject location for approximately six
months; it is unknown who occupied the prope rty prevlous ly; he felt if there
were complaints about the VFW the Police should issue a citation; there are
approximately 180 members, 12 to 15 of whom are active members and if there is
a pa rty there may be more people; the VFW wi 11 make sure that people wlll not
loiter and that the parking lot is cleared of people and vehicles after the
club is closed; and, the membership consists mostly of World War II veterans.
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Mr. Hamilton felt the property was very well maintained but expressed concern
about the close proximity of neighbors. He feltt though a fence is not
required to be installed, the club should consider installing a fence. Mr.
lIamilton felt the installation of a fence should not be a condition of
approval. He fel t it was worthy to note that there haven't been complaints
sInce the club opened and suggested that possibly the complaints were about
another group of people.
Ms. Nixon expressed concern regarding compatibility and stated she is not in
favor of the request.
11r. Schwob felt the older members11ip of the club would made a good neighbor.
Mr.. Hogan felt there should be no problems as long as members leave the
parking lot when the club is closed.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwobt seconded by Mr. Hogan, to approve the above
request subject to the following: 1) That the alcoholic beverage license be
obtained within 6 months. Motion carried (4 to 1) with Ms. Nixon voting "nay."
2. Part Lots land 4t Lot 2t Blk. C,
Island Estatest Unit 5
(20 Island ~~ay)
Twenty Island Way, Inc. (The Flagship Restaurant)/Daniel Simmons
CU 88-107
Request
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4-COP-SRX (On Premise Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages)
CG (General Commercial)
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for on premise consumption of
alcoholic beverages in the General Commercial zoning district; the specific
/, request is for a change of business ownershipt which actually occurred a
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3. Lots 7 through 13 and 15 through 20, Blk. B. Bayslde Sub. 115
(678 Gulfview Boulevard South)
E & G Investors, Inc., Gregory Politis and Eli.as Anastasopoulos
(Walgreen Co.)/ Mudano Assoc.
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sections of the Land Development Code are Sections 136.024 and 136.025(b); the
Traffic Engineer had no comment; and, the Police Department saw no reason to
deny license to applicant. Ms. Harvey stated no variances to separation
distance are required. She also stated that, after filing the application, the
restaurant was destroyed by fire. Ms. Harvey stated she hoped the restaurant
would be in operation very soon as it is a much needed facility. Ms. Harvey
advised staff recommended approval of the above request.
Atty. Timothy A. Johnson, Jr., representat ive of applicant, stated Twenty
Island Way, Inc. is seeking technical approval of the change of business
ownership which occurred In 1986. He stated that, through an oversight, the
subject request has not been before this Board for approval. After questioning
by Mr. Schwob, Mr. Johnson advi.sed as follows: It is anticipated the exterior
will essentially be the same but the interi.or will be different; and, there
has been no problem complying with the 51% food sales requirement.
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After questioning by Mr. Hogan, Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This particular
reques t happened at a time when the neH' Land Development Code was being
instituted; Occupational Licenses was previolls ly paLt of another department
but now that Occupa tional Licenses is part of Plann:lng :-1nd Development and
part of the review process, mOLe of this type of request should be discovered;
another pLoblem that occurs with change of bus iness ownership Is that the
State does not require zoning approval; and) the State has been notified that
Clearwater requires zoning approval of a change of business ownership and
applicants are required to come before this Board for review. She added that
the City is not involved in the State's review process on Lequests for
approval of a change of ownership. She also added that Occupational Licenses
are issued one time a yeaL and the license can continue to be operated under
by the new owner until the completion of that one year. She advised that a new
business owner may be in operation several months before it Is discovered as
notices are sent out one time a year. She also advised that City manpower does
not give staff the ability to do daily or weekly checks on incoming businesses
and it is only the once-a-year notice of Occupational License that allows the
City to discover changes in business ownership.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Hamilton, seconded by Mr. Schwab, to approve the above
request. Motton carried unani,mol.ls1y (5 to 0).
Request - 3-PS (Package Sales of Alcoholic Beverages)
Zoned - CB (Beach Commercial)
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for package sales of
a lcoholic beverages in the Beach Commercial zoning district; the specific
request is fo~ a new 3-PS State license; the governing sections of the Land
Development Code are Sections 136.024 and l36.025(b); applicant is seeking
conditional llse approval of package sales out of a new Walgreen '8 Drug Store
/ pr.oposed to be located on south Clearwater Beach; the site is being
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and retail shops; the site plan has been reviewed by the City Commission and
forwarded to stafE for final approval; the Traffic Engineer had no objection;
and, the Police Department saw no reason to deny license to applicant. Ms.
Harvey stated no variances to the separation distance are required. Ms. Harvey
advised staff recommended approval of the above request subject to the
following: 1) That the Building permit be obtained in accordance with the time
limitations imposed on the site plan.
After quest ioning by Ms. Nixon, Ms. Harvey stated no varLance to separation
distance is required because of the type of license requested and the manner
in which the site is configured.
Mr. John P. Ehrig, representative of applicant, stated no variances are
required. He felt that applicant is in compliance with the Code.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Ms. Harvey stated one notice of support was received from DOLrice Tipton, 675
South Gulfview Boulevard.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Hami.lton, to approve the above
request subject to the following: 1) That the Building permit be obtained in
accordance with the time limitations imposed on the site plan. Motion carried
unanimously (5 to 0).
4. Lots 7 through 11, .J. B. Roberts Sub. AND Portion of Porn's Park Sub.
lying south of Pinellas Street plus vacated right of way of Hamlet
Avenue and part of vacated right-of-way of Tuskawilla Street
(509 1/2 Pinellas Street)
Morritt Homes) Inc. (Migh~y Kleen Cars)/Lee Arnold Mgmt. Services
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Zoned - IL (Limited Industrial)
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for veh.icle service in the
Limited Industrial zOLling district; the governing sections of the Land
Development Code are Sections l36.oi5(b) and (c)(27); the request is for
establishing an automobile detailing business; and, the Traffic Engineer had
no object ion if adequat e pa rking is provided. Ms. Harvey stated applicant
indicated on the drawing that adequate parking as requi red by Code is
available to acconlmodate the subject use. Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended
approval of the above request subject to the following: 1) That the
Occupational License be procured within 6 months; and, 2) That there be no
vehicle repair at the subject location.
Hr. Bruce Ke1s1erJ representative of applicant~ stated only auto detailing is
performed by the applican t. After questioning by Board members, Mr. Reisle r
advised as follows: Automobile detailing includes cleaning the exterior;
automobile detailing includes cleaning and vacuuming the interior; an older
looking vehicle is ~de to look as new as possible; the only painting that is
done is touching up nicks and is done within the building; there is no body
work done; the engines are steamed cleaned; andJ neither tire changing nor
repair is done on site.
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Mot ion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Hamilton, to approve the above
request subject to the following: 1) That the Occupational License be procured
within 6 months; and, 2) That there be no vehicle repair at the subject
location. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
5. Part Lot 1, Lots 2, 3,4, 24 ~ 25, Blk. B, Bayside Sub. No.5
(630 Gulfview Boulevard South)
Elias Anastasopou10s (Jo-Go A.rnusernent Center)
CU 88-110
Request - Outdoor Commercial Recreation/EntertaInment
Zoned - CB (Beach Commercial)
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for the expansion of an
outdoor commercial recreation area on south Clearwater Beach in the Beach
Commercial zoning dis t rict; the governing sect ions of the Land Development
Code are Sections 136.025(b) and (c)(ZI)j this request includes a request to
eliminate a condition of approval of Octob€L 18, 1988, which condition imposed
a closlng time of 11.:30 PM; and, the Traffic Engi.neer, 1.n reviewing the
subject request, had no comment.
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Ms. Harvey also advised as follows: On October 18, 1988, this Board approved a
conditional use to allow improvement and expansion of an eKisting miniature
golf operation; approval was conditioned for a portion identified as Phase I
and the conditions of approval of Phase I included no consumption of alcoholic
beverages on the premises, no external speakers, lights off at 11:30 PM, and
all lighting be directed to minimize any glare beyond the property lines; at
the October 18 meeting, applicant indicated to the Board that the conditions
of approval posed no problem; and, following the meeting, applicant contacted
staff t11at he had two concerns, one being the limitation on the hours of
ope rat ion to the extent tha t without any improvements to the property he is
permitted to operate later than 11:30 PM and one being the economics oE the
project indicate he will not be able to cover his initial costs for the
project without being able to go forward with the additional 18 holes of golf.
Ms. Harvey further advised as follows: Staff explained to applicant the only
adjustments that could be made to the previous approval is to file another
application in the form of an amendment and come before this Board; regardless
of the act ion on the sub ject reques t 7 Phase I is approved wi th the stated
conditions unless this Board decided to amend the condition of approval of
October 18, 1988 regarding limitation of hours; the application specifically
requests a change in the hours of operation to have the last guest enter the
property at 11 :59 PM; applicant is also proposing to amend the development
plan to build a parking structure that is less than what was first planned;
the first application proposed a two-level structure over the parking lot and
the top level would contain the additional 18 holes of go If; and, this
application proposes one level over the parking lot with the 18 holes of golf
on the top level. Ms. Harvey stated staff recommended approval on the first
application, tvhich application was llIore eKtensive than the subject
application. She also stated the lessening of the development or the impact
should allay some concerns expressed at the previous meeting. Ms. Harvey
further stated this Board approved Phase I only with the intent to give the
applicant an opportunity exhibit his ability to operate this facility in
accordance with the conditions of approva~ imposed and to display to those in
opposition that there would not be problems at the facility.
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Mr. Cline stated as follows: Miniature golf is a family activity and is a good
out let for touris ts wi th families; there are no family-orien ted, recreation
facilities, with the exception of the subject facility, on Clearwater Beach;
the request is consistent with the beach zoning and land use; there will be
virtually no traffic impact; all required parking has been provided; noise and
lights will not be a problem; the present owner has never received complaints
about his business; and, the criteria of the Code has been met. Mr. Cline felt
there would only be a positive impact on the area; the presence of adults at
the facility will help keep rowdiness to a minimum; and, there would be no
decrease in property values.
After questioning by Mr. Hogan, Ms. Harvey stated it is her understanding the
parking lot will have a deck with the 18 holes of golf on the deck.
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After questioning by Ms. Nixon, Ms. Harvey stated if any chan,ge~3 are made to a
conditional use approval it must be done by this Board and a conditional use
is not based on economic hardship. She added that most times, with conditional
use requests, economics are essential and are often the only reason an
applicant comes before this Board.
Ms. Harvey stated one notice of support was received from Dorrice 7ipton~ 675
South Gulfview Boulevard.
Ms. Ha rvey s ta ted a pet it ion, with 46 s ignatu re S 0 fInd i vi duals residitlg on
Clearwater Beach, had been presented in opposition to the subject request.
Atty. Ilarry Cline, representative of applicant, advised as follows: The
proper ty is zoned Beach Commercial and is a relat i ve ly la rge piece of land;
the property is adjacent to commercial facilities on the east, motel/hotels
and restaurants to the south, motels and apartments/condominiums on the north,
and a gas station/ convenience s tore opera t.ion to the wes t; the present and
past use of the property is miniature golf; this request is to alloW' e>cpanded
outdoor recreation, specifically an addit lonal 18 holes of miniature golf;
upon review, applicant determined it was necessa ry to know at this time for
economic reasons and due to development costs whether the second phase can be
developed; and, previously there was concern regarding two levels of parking,
but no"W parki.ng is proposed only on ground level with 18 holes of miniature
golf on the deck above the parking.
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Hr. Cline pointed out on the site plan submitted with the application the
height of the project as it was requested on October 18, the height of the
project as it was approved on October 18, and the height of the project as it
is currently proposed. He advised the proposed plan will have reduced parking
and reduced height. He also advised the proposed plan does not require any
variances for parking. Mr. Cline stated the current operation is too small and
too outdated.
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After questioning by Board members, Mr. Bill Walters, architect for applicant,
advised as follows: The structural deck is 10 feet and the other 10 feet in
height is to create contour and use fot" landscaping; the previous plan
contained ground level parking plus one additional level of parking plus one
level of miniature golf; and, the current plan contains grouQd level parking
plus one level of miniature golf. Hr. Walters also explained the topography
and height of the structures. After further questioning by Mr-. Schwab, Mr.
C I i n e a d vis e d a p pI i can t s tat e d c us tome r s are 0 nth ego 1 f co U r s e for
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In support of the above request) the following persons appeared to gLve their
comment s:
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approximately one hour and appl icant' s demand is usua lly unt 1.1 a round lL :00
PM. Mr. Cline requested a condition of approval state that last ticket sales
be at 11 :00 or 11 :30 P~l or that lights be turned off at 12: 00 midnight or
12:30 AM. He added the present 11 :30 PM lights off restrictions requLres that
the last tickets be sold at 10:30 PM.
Mr. Michel Hamel, owner of property at 620 Bayway Boulevard~ stated he
supports the project because Clearwater Beach currently has no entertainment.
He stated this causes a problem trying to get tourists to the beach. He added
there is no recreation for the family and the project is a good project for a
family-oriented beach.
Ms. Ann Garris~ 38 Acacia, felt the miniature golf course could not generate
any more noise than what is generated by traffic on Bayway Boulevard. She also
felt that out of self-preservation the applicant would not allow teenagers to
congregate at the facility. She felt the project was exciting for the area and
a long-needed project. She stated the beach needs something diE ferent- She
s ta ted the beaeh does not need another lounge. After questioning by Nr.
Schwob, Ms. Garrls stated she felt, since she lived on north Clearwater Beach,
she was not in a posi tion to answe r whether allowing the I ights to remain on
until 12:30 AH would out of keeping with other activities in the area.
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Mr. Gion.is, 61 Kidway Island, stated he has been a resident businessman on
Clearwater Beach for a number of years and he felt the project would improve
the inage of Clearwater Beach. He felt the family-oriented facility will give
people on Clearwater Beach something to enjoy.
Mr. Greg Po1it:is, 678 Gulfview Boulevard) stated he owns a resort a few
hundred feet distant from the subject facility. He stated the tourists go to
the beach during the day bu t they have nothing to go to in the evening. He
stated the subject property needs updated. He advised other beach citieg have
similar projects and felt the project was a necess ity for Clearwater Beac11.
Mr. Dean Anderson., 1755 Sbaronda1e~ felt the beach does need more family
enter ta inment. He comment ed tha t family time is ma illly du ring the summe rand
during the summer it doesn't get dark. until 9:00 PN. He stated many people are
visiting the beach untIl sunset and 11:00 PM durin.g the summer is not
considered late. He felt there was a need for activities for the family un.til
midnigh.t.
In oppos ition to the above reques t, the following persons appea red to give
their comments:
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Ms. Janet Nassif, Continental Towers, 675 South Gulfvi.ew Boulevard, stated
residents spoke in opposition to the pro ject on October 18 and she felt an
equitable solution was reached. She felt the applicant knew the economics of
the situation. She stated the hours of operation of the project were discussed
very carefully at the previous meeting and the applicant felt the hours of
operation were acceptable. She stated nothing has been said about the video
games proposed for the project and she felt video games were a classic
gathering place for teenagers. She felt it would be older crowds at the
facility after 10:30 PM. She stated the one letter of support that was
received was from a former owner. She stated, though there are no alcoholic
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In rebuttal, Mr. Cline stated there are restaurants and hotels in the area and
there is a lot of activity going in the neighborhood at a later hour. He felt
the hours of operation requested are not unreasonable. He stated since the
Police substati.on is across the street there will not be a lot of rowdiness.
He stated applicant meets cri.teria of the Code. He stated applicant is
focusing on the family/tourist trade entertainment which doesn't currently
exist. He stated the subject property is commercial beach property and Beach
Commerci.al zoning.
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beverages on the subject property, alcoholi c beverages 11 re a va i lab Ie at the
Pick Kwik adjacent to the subject property and Walgr.een's just had package
sales approved. She reques ted the Boa rd give ca re ful COilS ide ra t lon to the
sub jec t reques t. She stated the res iden ts a Is 0 pay taxes. She fe It eve ryone
should work together and felt Phase I should be sufficient.
Ks. Ann Unger, 640 Bayway Boulevard South, 1203, stated she was very much in
opposition to the project when it was before the Board in October. She stated
she is not as opposed as she previous ly \':,j~;) bu t she fe 1 t some 0 f the i te ros
brought up at the first meeting should be continued, stIch as the lights out at
midnight, no external speakers, lighting shields directed down\H1rd) and if
security or trash became a problem applicant verbally agreed action would be
taken.
Mr. Peter Zbun, 675 South Gulfview Boulevard, stated he doesn't understand why
this item is being heard. He felt nothing new has been submitted. He felt the
hours of operation should not be extended. He felt having last tickets sold at
1.0:30 PM was reasonable but 11:59 PH means the lights won't be turned off
until 1:30 AM because of cleanup. He felt Phase I should only be approved ,to
see how it works out before an expansion is approved.
Ms. Ellen Zhun, 675 South Gulfview Boulevard, read a letter of opposition to
the Board (see attached), which stated Phase I was approved with the express
stipulation that nothing would be done with Phase II until Phase I was
complete and in operation, which would allow the CJty to evaluate the benefits
versus the disadvantages to the communi ty. She felt it is inconceivable for
the Board to consider Phase II. She stated the year-round residents had every
right to expect a reasonable atmosphere of security and enjoyment.
Mr. Hamilton stated he understands the feeling of the residents and felt there
is somewhat of a problem with the commercial and residential areas. He stated
he is excited about the development of the property because the development
will clear up an eyesore area of the beach. He felt the project was a good
idea with good people involved. He stated applicant also pays very high taxes.
Mr. Hamilton felt applicant was trying to alleviate some of the concerns of
residents. He felt the project would be a beautiful addition to the beach and
he felt the noise will be a lot less than from the 24-hour operations in the
area. He felt if there is a serious question on the hours of operation, a
condition of approval for one year could be included but the condition should
only be on the hours of operation. He stated be is very much in favor of the
project.
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Mr. Hogan felt the property is currently an eyesore. He also felt the project
will be a good, family pro ject for the beach. He stated that he fe It the
project does not need to be open unti 1 1: 00 AM. Mr. Hogan felt mos t of the
opposition is to the hours of operation. He felt family people will net be out
at 1:00 AM and felt the lights should be turned off at midnight.
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Ms. Nixon stated she is more comfortable with the present reques t than wi th
the previous request but felt the lights should be turned off at midnight.
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Mr. Schwab felt the lights should be turned off at either 12:00 midnight or
12:30 AM. He felt this project is different from the fIrst project in that the
two-level parking garage has been eliminated.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwob, seconded by Mr. Hamilton, the approve the above
request subject to th.e following: 1) That there be no consumption of
alcoholic beverages on the premises; 2) That there be no external speakers;
3) That the lights be turned off at 12:00 midnight; and, 4) That the lighting
be directed to minimize any glare beyond the property lines. Motion carried
unanimously (5 to 0).
C. Annexation and Zoning:
1. Lot 3, Blk. D, Oak Acres Add. Sub.
(Located on the north side of Lakeview Road, east of Duncan Avenue)
(Pappas)
A 88-35
Request - Annexation and Zoning, RS-5
(Single Family Residential "Six")
The above property is located on the north side of Lakeview Road, east of
Duncan Avenue.
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The applicant was not present.
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for annexation and RS-6
(Single Family Res idential "Six") zoning; there is an exis ting single family
residence on the property; and, City seYler and water and natural gas are
available. Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the request for
annexation and RS-6 (Singl.e Family Residential "Six") zoning.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition of the above request.
Motion was lnade by Mr. Hogan, seconded by Mr. Schwob, to recommend approval of
the request for annexati.on and RS-6 (Singl.e Family Residential "Six") zoning.
Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
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Annexation, Zoning, Land Use Plan Amendlllent, and Local Planning Agency
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M&B 13.15, Sec. 12-29S-15E
(Located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Hercules
Avenue and Palmetto Street)
(DEM Partnership)
A 88-34 LUP 88-25
Request - Annexation and Zoning, IL
(Limited Industrial)
Land Use P1an:
FROK: Commercial/Tourist Facilities
TO: Industrial
The above property is located at the northeast cor.ner of the intersection of
Hercules Avenue and Palmetto Street.
The applicant was not present. Ms. Harvey stated it is not necessary that the
above item be continued unless the Board feels the ite~ should be continued.
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Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for annexation and IL
(Limited Industrial) zoning and a Land Use Plan amendment from
Commercial/Tourist Facilities to Industrial; tlle property is presently vacant
and an office/warehouse use is proposed; and, City sewer and water and natural
gas are available. Ms. Harvey stated a s.lte plan, approved under the
jurisdiction of the County, for the subject property has been given a courtesy
review and it was suggested to the applicant: that the building be relocated.
Ms. Harvey advised staff recommended approval of the request for annexation
and 1L (Limited Industrial) zoning and a Land Use Plan amendment from
Commercial/Tourist Facilities to Industrial.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to tbe above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Hamilton, seconded by Mr. Schwab, to recommend approval
of the request for annexation and IL (Limited Industrial) zoning and a Land
Use Plan amendment from Commercial/Tourist Facilities to Industrial. Motion
carried unanimously (5 to 0).
2. Lot 1, Blk. 3, Acker's Sub.
(Loea ted at the northeast corner of the intersection of Charles
Avenue and Daniel Street)
(Maher/Vogel)
A 88-36 LUP 88-26
Request - Annexation and Zoning, OL
(Limited Office)
Land Use PIan:
FROM: Low Density Residential
TO: Residential/Office
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The above property is located at the northeast corner of the intersection of
Charles Avenue and Daniel Street.
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Mr. Donald Francis, representative of property owners, explained the uses of
the surrounding property. He stated the Limited Office zoning is requested,
there will be no structure on the property, and the property will be used for
retention and parking.
Ms. Harvey advised as follows: This is a request for annexation and OL
(Limited Office) zoning and a Land Use Plan amendment from Low Density
Residential to Residential/Office; the request for annexation is prompted by
the ability to join the subject property with a project proposed to be built
in the City on the north side of Daniel Street; it is applicant's intent to
use the property for parking in support of the proposed office development;
City sewer is not currently available and if the property is developed, sewer
would be required to be extended to the property; City water is not available
nor is natural gas; Public Works advised that, in order for the property to be
contiguous to City limits, it would be necessary to include in the annexation
the abutting right-of-way of Daniel Street; and, in regard to the Land Use
Plan amendment, the City would not want to extend Limited Office any farther.
Ms. Ha rvey advised staff recommended approval of the request for annexation
and 01 (Limited Office) zoning and a Land Use Plan amendment from Low Density
Residential to Residential/Office.
After questioning by Mr. Schwob, Ms. Hat-vey stated if a parking lot is
proposed she thought a conditional use would be required.
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Motion was made by Mr. Schwab, seconded by }1r. Hamilton, to recommend approval
of the request for annexation and OL (Limited Office) zoning and a Land Use
Plan amendment from Low Densi ty Residential to Res identialjOff ic e. Mo tion
~~J carried unanimously (5 to 0).
F. Director's Items
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Ms. Harvey advised the Board that the annual Planning and Zoning Board
Christ~s Luncheon will be held before the meeting scheduled for December 13,
1988. She added the luncheon will begin at 12:00 Noon and the meeting will
begin at 2 :00 PM. She also added that wr it ten notice will be sent to the
members in a few days.
Meeting adjourned at 3:25 PM.
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Planning Director
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November 29, 1988
Dear Commissioners:
I want to read this letter loud and clear to the audience at
your November 29, 1988, meeting re #4 on the agenda.
At a previous meeting I attended, the Board of Commissioners
voted to approve Phase I of the JO-GO Amusement Center with the
express stipulation that nothing would oe done with Phase II until
Phase I was completed and operating. The city would then be able
to evaluate the benefits versus the disadvantages to the commun-
ity.
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For the Commissioners now, to even consider Phase II in any
shape or form is inconceivable.
We pay high taxes, live here year around and have every right
to expect a reasonable atmosphere of security and enjoyment.
Please, I urge you to comply with your original promise.
Until it is established that we can live with Phase I,
NO PHASE II
Thank you,
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Ellen M. Zhu'"
Continental Towers
675 S. Gulfview Blvd.
Clearwater Beach, FL
34630
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