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ACTION AGENDA
PLANNING &. ZONING BOAnD MEETING
TUESDAY, FEOnUARY 4, 1992 . 1 :30 PM
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A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approved (motion Mr. Schwab, second Mr. Hamiltonl minules of December 3, 1991 with revision
as noted. Motion carried unanimously 17 10 01.
Approved Imotlon Mr. Schwab, second Mr. IJlckerstallc) minules of JanuDry 14, 1992 with
corrections. Mollon cDlfled unanimously 17 to 01.
CONDmONAL USES. ANNEXATION. ZONING. lAND USE PlAN AMENDMENTS. lAND
DEVElOPMENT CODE TEXT AMENDMENTS. AND LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY REVIEW:
THE BOARD FOLLOWS THE PROCEDURES OUTLINED BELOW. ALL TESTIMONY FOR
CONDITIONAL USE REQUESTS IS GIVEN UNDER OATI-/'
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The Chairperson reads from the Public Hearing Notice each item as It Is presented.
The staff report and pertinent background informDtion arc presented. . 5 minutes maximum.
Staff presents any supporting wrltten documents.
Staff presents any opposing written documents.
The applicant or his representative presents his case. . 5 minutes maximum.
Persons who support the application speak, 3 ",inutes maximum for each Individual;
or spokesperson for group - 10 minutes maximum.
Persons who oppose the application spe;)\( . 3 minulCs maximum tor each individual; or
spokesperson for group - 10 minutes maximum.
Persons supporting the application lather than applicant) mDY speak in rebullDI . 3 minutes
maximum.
Persons opposinl) may speak in rebuttal. 3 minutes maximum.
The applicant has an opportunity for final rebullal . 5 minullls Irlllldmurn.
Public Hearings are closed.
Discussion by tho Board.
The Board makes a decision.
FLORIDA STATUTE 286.0105 STATES: ANY PEnSON APPEALING A DECISION OF TillS BOARD
MUST HAVE A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS TO SUPPORT SUCH APPEAL.
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REQUESTS FOR EXTENSION, DEFERnED AND CONTINUED ITEMS:
Continued from 1 f14/92 Un
Proposed change in land use within shaded area shown on lJlap and furlhur 10 includo subject property
In the Downtown Clearwater Community Redevelopment AH!D ICnAI. Proposes ell/WOO In tho Innd use
classilicatian far the subject property from Industrial, Commercialffourist Facilitios, nesldul1tinl/Ollico,
Public/Semi. Public, High Density Residential, Medium DensBy Rusidential, Low Dllllsity nusldontinl, and
Recreation to Downtown Development Distric\lFlcOional Activity Ccntm.
Deny motion bV Mr. Hamillon with second by Mr. Carassas to approvo undorsomunt to Cl1y
Commission change at land use within the shuded area shown orl Ihe lllllp in thu advertisement
and to channe the land use classification lor the subieCI property Irom imlustriul,
commercial/tourist facililies, resldential/offico, public/semi-public, hiOh donsity rosldontial, medium
density residential, low density residenlial, and recreation to downtown devcloplllunt
district/regional activity center. Motion to approve denied (4 to 2].
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C. CONDITIONAL USES:
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1. Lot 2, Clearwater Tower Sub (33 N Garden Ave, Suite 12001 MAS One Ltd Partnership 1600 Club
CorpfThe Clearwater Club CU 92'()9
Request - To permit on-premise consumption of beer, wine, and liquor
Zoning - UC~C) Urban Center Core
Approved (motion by Mr. Schwab, second by Mr. Meerlam) subject to the following conditions:
1) The requisite occupational license shall be obtained within six (5! months from the date of this
public hearing; and 21 The sale of alcoholic beverages shall be restricted to consumption on
premises with no package sales. Motion carried unanimously (5 to 0).
2. Lot 1, less toad right-at-way on south, Gulf to Bay Gardens (2820 Gulf to Bay Blvd! Kien-Sun and Yu-
Mel Chen (Chun Kin Ko/Formosa Chinese Rest! CU 92-10
Request - To permit on-premise consumption of beer and wine
Zoning - CG (General Commercial)
Approved (motion by Mr. Schwab and seconded by Mr. Blckerstaftel subject to the following
conditions: 11 The requisite occupational license shall be obtained within six 15! months tram the
date of this public hearing; 21 The applicant shall provide perimeter landscaping materials to be
Installed 10 conformance with Section 136.023 of thn land Development Code within six 16)
months from the date of this public hearing; 31 The parking lot shall be restriped and handicapped
spaces shall be delineated In conrormance with City code within six (61 months from the date of
this public hearing; and 4) The applicant must indicate an awareness of Section 72.19C of the
City Code regarding operation of alcoholic beverage establishments. Motion carried unanimously
(5 to OJ.
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M&8 44.04 and 44.041, See 19-29-16 118514 U.S. 19 NI Harold S. Wilson, Trustee (ExotiCarl CU 91-
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Request - To permit (11 outdoor retail sales, displays, and/or storage; and 121 wholesaling/distributing
Zoning . CH (Highway Commerciall
Deny (motion by Mr. Blckerstaffe, second by Mr. Merriaml agenda item C-3.
Wation to deny carried 13 to 21.
D. ANNEXATION, ZONING. LAND USE PlAN AMENDMENT, LAND DEVelOPMENT CODE TEXT
AMENDMENT, AND LOCAL PlANNING AGENCY REVIEW:
1. M&B 12.01, Sec 17-29-16 141 acres m.o.I.), (southeast corner of Drew St and Hampton Rd! Brown
Assoc., lid-IIi Kennedy Assoc, Ltd. and Roberts Assoc, Ltd-It (Island In the Sun Mobile Home Parkl A
91-14; LOP 91-15
Request - Annexation and Land Use Plan amendment, and establish Zoning district
LAND USE PLAN:
FROM: Unclassified
TO: Medium Density Residential
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RPD IResidential Planned Development)
Approved (motion bV Mr. Bickcrstafle nnd second by Mr_ Carassasl to: (11 Endorsement to the
City Commission 01 the proposed Annexation, Land Use Plan Amendment to Medium Density
Resldentfal, and Zoning Atlas Amendment to RPD as they appears to be supported by the
Standards for Approval of the Land Development Code, Sections 132.005, 137 _015Iel, and
137.016Iel: and 21 Request staff research of the six 161 foot sidewalk easement and its
ramifications for future right of way and utility improvements. Motion carried unanimously 15 to
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MINUTES
PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1992 - 1:30 PM
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATiON
Members Present:
ChaIrman Mazur, BlckerstaHe, Carassas, Hamilton 1I0lt 3:20 pm), Merriam, Savage
lIeft 3:00 pml and Schwab.
Also pro sent:
Betty Deptula, Assistant City Manager
James M. Palatty, Jr., Director PlannIng and Development
Scott Shuford, Planning Manager
Pat Fernandez, Recording Secretary
Chairperson Mazur outlined the procedures for conditional uses and advised that anyone adversely aHected by
a decision ot the Planning and Zoning Board, with reg<lrd to conditional uses, hns two weeks from this date in
which to file an appeal through the City Clerk's Dlfice., Florida Law required any party appealing a decision of
this Board to have il record of the proceedings to support the appeal.
ITEM
A. APPROV Al OF MINUTES
Approved (motion Mr. Schwab, second Mr. Hamilton) minutes of December 3, 1991 with revision
as noted. Motion carried unanimously 17 to 01.
Approved (motion Mr. Schwob. second Mr. Bickersta(fel minutes of January 14, 1992 with
corrections. Motion carried unanimously 17 to 01.
B. REOUESTS FOR EXTENSION, OEFERnED AND CONTINUED ITEMS:
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Proposed change in land use within shaded area shown on map and lurther to include subject property
in the Downtown Clearwater Community Redevelopment Area ICnA). Proposes Change In the land use
classification for the subject property from Industrial, CommercialfTourist Facilities, Residential/Office,
Public/Semi-Public, High Density Residential, Medium Density Residential, low Density Residential, and
Recreation to Downtown Development District/Regional Activity Center.
Mr. Shuford provided additional information regarding the eRA and submitted, In writing, the slaH
rccommendation.
Deity Deatula. Assistant City Mannl1cr, discussed the history of the CRA and the funding mechanism
(Tax Increment Financing or TIF). Its revenues and capltal improvements were covered Irom inception
in 1983. Restrictions prohibit use for general gOl/emment operations including a new city hall but pays
for the Economic Development office.
E!Q:
(1) Gren Jewell. President, North Fort Harrison Business District Association. Believes northern
boundary should be expanded to Stcphenson Creek, They feel left out and ask why the East End
project is included when it is 50 far away from the business district.
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Arthur Deenan. B91 Island Wav. stated that: (11 The purpose should have measurable indicators
of success as part of objective of overall plan; 121 Bedore this plan is approved, the city should
compile a 10 year evaluation report to the citizens listing oriuinill objectives; (3) Many businesses
would become non-conforming. This represents a hardship and he believes no expansion should
be done until the CRA proves its success; 14l There should be a spccillc plan; 15) The East End
project properties were bought with city money and should not be included; (61 An additional new
park like Station Square Is not necessary; 171 Why is a conditional use required for transportation
depot in bay front (believes should be 'allowed use' tool; and IBI Cannot understand the
continuation of new high-rise 011 ice complexes when plCsent complexes are struggling.
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(2) Victor Cicero. 1730 RosarY Road. Laroo . Opposed as plan would adversely affect his N.
Greenwood business and current plans to enlarge.
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(31 Carol Cicero. 1730 Rosary Road. LarclO - Opposed: 111 Believes problems should be solved before
land use change Is approved; and 121 Boarded up buildIngs are an eyesore and she asked how
long they would remain that way.
Board Concerns: 111 Would this plan place a financial burden on the subsequent resale of a business
within this area; 121 Would non-conforming uses be allowed to continue, expand or rebuild In the event
of fire, etc.; 131 Consideration of the land use plan changes should not occur without considering ..a..!J
changes proposed in the Plan; (41 Improvements have been made downtown that might net have been
made without the CRA and the county funds; (5) Several members were opposed to this transition plan
exoandino the boundaries to include 125 more acres until they see CRA successes in aiding business
growth; and (8) The citizenry needs to be better Inlormed to gain taxpayer support for this project.
Motion by Mr. Hamilton with second by Mr. Carassas to approve endorsement to City
Commission on change of land use within the shaded area shown on the map in the
advertisement and to change the land use classification for the subject property from Industrial,
commercIal/tourist facilities, residential/office. public/semi-public, hIgh density residentIal, medium
density residential, low density residential, and recreation to downtown development
district/regional activity center. .'
Upon roll call, the vote was:
M Aves.; Hamilton, Carassas
"NaysM: Bickerstaffe, Schwab, Mazur, Merriam
Motion to approve was denied (4 to 2).
C. CONDITIONAL USES:
1. Lot 2, Clearwater Tower Sub 133 N Garden Ave, Suite 1200) MAS One Ltd Partnership 1600 Club
CorplThe Clearwater Club CU 92-09
Request - To permit on-premise consumption of beer, winet and liquor
Zoning - UCIC) Urban Center Core
Mr. Shuford gave the background of the case and submitted, In writing, the staff recommendation.
Mr. Mazur stated that he Is a member of this club, receives no monetary benefit and does not consider
voting on the matter to be a conflict of Interest Other members were asked to comment. Mr.
Bickerstaffe who was a member of the prior Hmborview Club agreed with Mr. Mazur's view.
Applicant's representative, Elise Winters. 600 Cleveland Street, Suite 600 stated thllt this is a private
social club for business and social matters. Thero are no set restrictions. >
No persons appeared in support of or in opposition to the above request.
Approved (motion by Mr. Schwab, second by Mr. Merriam) subject to the following conditions: 1)
The requisite occupational license shall be obtained within sll( (61 months ham the date of this
pUblic hearing; and 21 The sale of alcoholic beverages shall be restricted to consumption on
premises with no package sales. Motion carried unanimouslV (5 to 0).
2. Lot 1, less road right-at-way on south, Gulf to BllY Gardens 12820 Gulf to Bay Blvd) Klen-Sun and Yu-
Mei Chen IChun Kin Ko/Formosa Chinese Rest) CU 92-10
Request - To permit on-premise consumption of beer and wine
Zoning' CG {General Commcrcillll
Mr. Shuford gave tho bllckground 01 the case llnrl submitted, in writing, the stlllf recommendation.
Applicant's representative, Vel Mav Wa, 3319 FOl( Hill Drive, 34621, stated when applicant purchased
business she did not continue with the alcoholic license. The applicant will, iI given written
instructions, follow the dictates of the board. Mr. Lopez (manager on application who received an
unsatisfactory pOlice report! will not be working there.
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Applicant, Churl Kin Ko, 2909 Gulf to Bay, Apt. 0, 34619, stated she Is requesting a new license as
will be an aid to her business. She did not pursue this previously due to the financial costs involved.
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No persons appeared In support of or In opposition to the above request.
Approved (motion by Mr. Schwab and seconded by Mr. BickcrstaHel subject to the following
conditions: 1) The requisite occupational license shall be obtained within six 161 months from the
date of this public hearing; 2) The applic<Jnt shall provide perimeter landscaping materials to be
installed In conformance with Section 136.023 of the Land Development Code within six (6)
months from the date of this public hearIng; 31 The parking lot shall be rcstripl!d and handicapped
spaces shall be delfnented in conformance with City code within six (6) months from the date of
thIs publiC hearing; and 4) The applicant must indicate an awareness of Section 72.' 9C of the
City Code regarding operation of alcoholic beverage establlshmems. Motion carded unanimously
15 to 0).
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M&B 44.04 and 44.041, Sec 19-29-16 118514 U.S. 19 NI Harold S. Wilson, Trustee (ExotiCarl CU 91-
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Acquest - To permit (1) outdoor retail sales, displays, and/or storage; and 121 wholesaling/distributing
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Mr. Shuford gave the background of the case and submitted, In writing, the staff recommendation.
Applicant's representative, Harold Wilson. 2380B Drew Street, stated the applicant has a wholesale
busIness. of luxury automoblles.
Applicant, James Rav, 18514A US 19 North, has been locnted here for almost three years. He can
store and unroad cars at a business he owns (Budget Rental) that is adlacent to this property.
E!Q: None
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Frank Kunnen. 22067 US 19 North. Reprosents four adjacent separately owned building in this
executive-type oUice complex. The original five unit owners signed an agreement in which they
agreed to treat all units, driveways, water. etc. as a common entity. Two-thIrds of the owners
[by amount of rloor spacel need to agree to a change in this agreement. There is no additional
room for retail parking spaces and 76% or the complex owners arc opposed to this applicatfon.
121 Edward Smith, 2657 Nursery Road. Opposed because office complex and sales of used cars is a
bad mix. Applicant now parks autos throughout plaza and now trying to legilimize the sales and
storage.
Rebuttal - Transports have not been parked overnight and cars for sale were never parked anywhere
except In front of their unit. Transport drivers arc sometimes confused and enler the driveway at the
oflice complex driveway rath~r than the driveway at Budget Rental. They feel the use is compatible
wIth the surrounding area.
Deny {motion by Mr. Bickerstaffe, second by Mr. Mcrriilrnl agenda item C.3.
Motion carried (3 to 21.
D. ANNEXATION, ZONING, LAND USE PlAN AMENDMENT, LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TEXT
AMENDMENT, AND LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY REVIEW:
1. M&B 12.01, See 17-29-16 141 acres m.o.I.I. (southeast corner of Drew St and Hampton Adl Brown
Assoc., Ltd-II; Kennedy Assoc, Ltd, and Roberts Assoc, Ltd-II Usland in the Sun Mobilc Home Park) A
91-14; LUP 91-15
Requcst . Anncxation and Land Use Plan amendment, and establish Zoning district
LAND USE PLAN:
FROM: Unclassified
TO: Medium Density Residential
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Mr. Shuford gave the background of the case and submitted, in writing, the staff recommendation.
Applicant's representative, Timothv Johnson. Jr., 911 Chestnut SUeet . Stated this was before Board
throe years ago when property across Drew Street was anneleed. At that time it was agreed this
property would annex within three years.
No persons appeared In support of or in opposition to the above request.
Approved lmotlon by Mr. Bickerstaffe and second by Mr. Carassasl to: 111 Endorsement to the
City Commission of the proposed AnnexatIon, land Use Plan Amendment to MedIum Density
Residential, and Zoning Atlas Amendment to APD as they appears to be supported by the
Standards for Approval of the land Development Code, Sections 132.005, 137.015(el, and
137.0 161el: and 21 Request staff research of the sile 161 foot sidewalk easement and its
ramifications for future rlght of way and utility improvements. Motion carrJed unanimously (5 to
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E. CHAIRMAN'S ITEMS
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1 . Discussion Oil Rules of Procedure -
Article IV, Section'. Change to read: Regular meetings shall generally be held at 1 :30 pm on
the Tuesday Immediate preceding a regularly scheduled meeting of the City Commission. This
schedule far the year will be approved by the beginnIng of the year. Planned regular meetings
may be canceled only by approval of the Board at a regular meeting no less than thirty 1301 days
in advance of the planned regular meeting.
Article IV, Section 5: put a period after the word quorum and delete for conditional use
applications.
Article IV, Section 6, b: middle of paragraph .. ...In these instances, the Board member, prior to
any Board discussion on the matter should declare the conflict and Is to file a Memorandum...
Article IV, Section 6, c: Other Matters to read: Concurrence b~jooty-ef the membaf6
"'Btlng &hall be rsitwrad for apfHeYa/.r In a manner consistent with the rules and re,wlations
orovided In Article VI. Hearlnas. I. shall he reQuired for aoproval.
Article IV, Section 6, d: Text should be underlined.
Article VI, Hearings, b: ...No persons shall speak more than one time on the same subject...
Article VI, Hearings, i: The word "majority" is somewhat confusing.
Mr. Mazur stated the Chairman should be able 10 conduct the meeting if he has a conflict but cannot
participate in the discussion or gIve his opInIon. This does not need to be added but will forward to the
City Attorney and get a response prior to the nelet meeting. .,
Mr. Shuford will bring to the attorney and bring back the next meeting for a vote.
A restaurant called The Veranda across the street from Storms has changed both the name and
ownership but who have not appeared before the Board.
F. DInECTOR'S ITEMS
G. BOARD AND STAFF COMMENTS
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Code enforcement complaints requiro an enormous amount of staff coordination to answer
questions put forth from the various boards.. To simplify this process 'arms will be brought to
subsequent meetings which can be filled out and presenled in the same manner as a citizen
complaint. Board members then get better service in the form as a direct response from the
person who Is actually doing the work.
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A provlous Inquiry about parking on the sidewalk at the Fort Harrison Hotel revealed the State
Department of Transportation has given them permission to pull oU the road onto tho driveway to
park while loading and unloading vehicles, ' . . .
The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m.
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