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PLANNING & ZONING BOARD MEETING -- ACTION AGENDA
Tuesday, April 1, 1997
Call To Order, Invocation
Minutes Approval -- March 18, 1997 -- Approved as submitted
C. Conditional Uses
C1. Pick Kwik Food Stores. Ine./EI-Amir of TamDa Co./Jerry H. & James H. Center
(Happy Foods) to permit package sales of beer and wine (change of business
ownership) at 2099 North Highland Avenue, See 02-29-15, M&B 21.05, zoned CN
(Neighborhood Commercial). CU 97-15
ACTION: Approved Item C1 subject to the following conditions: 1) The applicant
shall obtain the requisite building permit, certificate of occupancy and occupational
license within six months from the date of this public hearing.
C2. Eauator. Inc./Tiffanv Wilder Butler/BTlS Entertainment. Inc. (Planet Bubba) to
permit nightclubs, taverns, and bars (change of business ownership at 2516 Gulf
to Bay Blvd.. Studebaker's Sub, lot 2, zoned CG (General Commercial). CU 97-16
ACTION: Denied Item C2
C3. A.P. Mar CorD. (Portvue Motel/Reel Easy) to permit Marina facilities (charter boat)
at 101 Coronado Drive, City Park Sub, Part of Water lot 1, zoned CR 28 (Resort
Commercial) & P (Preservation). CU 97-17
ACTION: Approved Item C3 subject to the following conditions: 1) The applicant
shall obtain the requisite occupational license within 6 months of the date of this
public hearing; an'd 2) The vessel must have a licensed captain as required by the
City's Harbormaster. '
D. Annexation, Zoning, land Use Plan Amendment, land Development Code Text
Amendment, and Local Planning Agency Review
D 1.804 Pinellas Street, Milton Park Sub, Blk 10, lots 10-12. (Word of Faith Church
of God, Inc. and Francis J. & Kristin R. Farara) Z 97.02
Zone: OL (Limited Office)
ACTION: Endorsed Item D1 to the City Commission
Board and Staff Comments -- Discussion
Adjournment -- 5:25 p. m.
P & Z ACTION
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Attached is' a copy of the approved April 1 ~ 1 997 Planning & Zoning Board minutes.
Approved April 16, 1997, with the following corrections:
Pg. 4 11t paragraph - add last three sentences
2nd paragraph - Item 21) ~. Change the word ucases" to ucares"
, Pg. 6 3rd paragraph - Correct u1998" to "1988"
4th paragraph - last line - delete the word "a" before "terminable"
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. Pg. 6. 2nd paragraph - 4th sentence -' add U ...8 restaurant without alcoholic beveraQe
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PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD
CITY OF CLEARWATER
April 1, 1997
Present:
Edward Mazur
Brenda Harris Nixon
Kemper Merriam
Robert D. Bickerstaffe
Bernie Baron
Frank Kunnen
Leslie Dougall-Sides
Sandy Glatthorn
Lou Hilton
Etim Udoh
Gwen Legters
Douglas Hilkert
Chair
Vice Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Assistant City Attorney
Planning Manager
Senior Planner
Associate Planner
Board Reporter
Board Member
Absent:
The meeting was called to order at 2:05 p.m. in Harborview Center Ballroom A,
followed by the invocation, meeting procedures and the appeal process.
To provide continuity for research, items are listed in agenda order although not
necessarilv discussed in that order.
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Minutes Approval -- March 18, 1997
The board approved the minutes as submitted in writing to each member by the Board
Reporter.
C. Conditional Uses
C1. Pick Kwik Food Stores. Inc./EIRAmir of Tomoo Co.fJerrv H. & James H. Center CHappy
Foods) to permit package sales of beer and wine (change of business ownership) at
2099 North Highland Avenue, See 02.29-15, M&B 21.05, zoned CN (Neighborhood
Commercial). CU 97-15
This item was moved to the end of the agenda to allow time for the applicant or a
representative to arrive. Mr. Hilton presented background information and written staff
recommendations, stating the request seems appropriate and should not negatively impact
surrounding properties. Staff recommended approval with one standard condition.
Anwar Hasan introduced and spoke for the applicant, Tarek Zein-E-Eding, who does not
speak English. He agreed with staff's analysis of the proposal.
No verbal or written support or opposition was expressed.
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Member Merriam moved to approve Item C1, CU 97-15, subject to the following
condition: 1) The applicant shall obtain the requisite building permit, certificate of
occupancy and occupational license within six months from the date of this public hearing.
The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
C2. Equator. Inc./Tiffanv Wilder Butler/BTLS Entertainment, Inc. (Planet Bubba) to permit
nightclubs. taverns, and bars (change of business ownership at 2516 Gulf to Bay Blvd.,
Studebaker's Sub, lot 2, zoned CG (General Commercial!. CU 97-16
Mr. Hilton presented background information and written staff recommendations.
stating the applicant proposes a nightclub on property abutting a church to the north. He
reviewed a lengthy history of short-lived nightclub uses on the subject property. Staff felt
a nightclub is compatible with the surrounding area, provided certain performance
requirements are met as conditions of approval. He noted the previous nightclubs have
never had enough parking and requirements have never been met. A parking variance or
alternate parking arrangement will be necessary. A parking agreement on the adjacent
Florida Power easement was suggested as an alternative. The applicant has informed staff
they were working on obtaining a parking agreement with Florida Power. but no record
exists of such an agreement, or of variances having been obtained.
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One member requested amendment of condition #2 to indicate activities that "result in
violation of" the public nudity or adult use ordinances are not permitted. It was indicated a
s,:h,:,duIAd r.nl'\te~t rT!ight not violate code, but the resulting activities might. Condition #7
was amended to indicate the parking lot will be policed "continuously" from 10:00 p.m. to
3:00 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Ms. Glatthorn clarified a discrepancy in the number
of parking spaces listed in the staff report, stating 60 spaces are provided by deed with the
Tar:npa Tribune building, for a total of 266 existing parking spaces.
In response to questions, Mr. Hilton reviewed a chronology of six previous nightclubs
at this site: Studebaker's, Pattemore's, Makos. Equator, Calypso Bay, and Jamz & Java.
All were before the board for alcoholic beverage sales approval. He stressed the parking
requirement must be met before the occupational license is issued.
Tom long, attorney representing the applicant, related the historical use of the
property as a nightclub. Tiffany Wilder Butler owns the 4COP-SRX liquor license that
allows both a restaurant and a club. The applicant agrees with staff recommendations, and
the amendments requested by the board. Mr. long said the applicant is in conformance
with the parking requirement by virtue of their existing license allowing operation as a
restaurant. The architect has calculated the parking requirements for a restaurant at 172
spaces, so the existing 266 spaces are more than adequate. Florida Power has been
contacted for additional parking, but Mr. Long said he was told by a Florida Power
representative that filing the agreement is a 45-day process and the cost is negotiable, but
substantial, possibly as much as $ 5,000 per month. He was not able to determine prior to
today's hearing whether any of the previous businesses had parking agreements with
Florida Power.
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Mr. Long said Ms. Wilder has been in contact with the adjacent church about their
concerns, and wishes to do everything possible to alleviate those concerns. Mr. Long
stressed the historic use as a nightclub and felt a restaurant and nightclub should be
allowed to continue. He indicated Todd Clem, known on local radio as uBubba the Love
Sponge," is a minority owner in the corporation. Mr. Clem is using his radio pseudonym as
a marketing tool to promote the business. Mr. Long asked the board to separate the
businessman and club owner from the radio personality, because the applicants have no
intention of violating the nudity ordinance and will comply with all regulations.
In response to questions, Mr. Long said he did not represent the applicants in the
previous conditional use hearings, but has read the files. He felt calculation of parking by
restaurant standards is appropriate because the chef will push food sales. He expressed
concern with the discrepancy between State and City parking calculations related to
alcoholic beverage uses. Lengthy discussion ensued regarding whether the proposed
business qualifies as a restaurant or a nightclub, for the purpose of calculating parking
requirements. Mr. Hilton reiterated the subject property has never had a parking agreement
with Florida Power. . Discussion ensued regarding other alternative parking arrangements,
including cross parking agreements with the surroundings businesses. Mr. Long said the
club still intends to have valet parking.
Tiffany Wilder stated she had a parking agreement with Florida Power eight years ago,
for $150 per month. She said $5,000 per month for parking was a shock, but she would
do whatever is necessary to satisfy parking requirements, and relieve church concerns.
She had a good relationship with the church during the eight months she had operated one
of the previous businesses. She did not favor a parking agreement with Sam's Club across
the street, because of the danger to pedestrians crossing heavy traffic on Gulf-to-Bay
Boulevard.
General Manager Patrick Franke stated he has operated clubs for the past 1 2 years,
and has never run a "skin" club, He will not permit wet T-shirt contests or similar
activities. He is working hard to put in the restaurant and a cigar room selling high-priced
cigars and cognac. He spoke with a church representative who had indicated a prejudice
because of the "Bubba" name. Mr. Franke blamed the management for the code violation
problems at Jamminz', stating it is the management, not the OJ, who is in control. In
response to a question, he said the attraction will be the great menu, the trendy cigar
room, and the music and dancing. Bubba's participation will be minimal, limited to bringing
his ideas, promoting the club, c:nd showing off his celebrity acquaintances.
Robert Gregg said he has been the club's architect since it was Pattemore's. He
highlighted the parking history of the site, stressing he was never told until 2 days ago the
parking requirement exceeded 172. He related his understanding of the past and current
City parking requirements, stating he has intentionally limited the club's seating capacity to
960, although the space could hold 1,200 patrons. He spoke at length regarding his
recommendations for use of the indoor areas, how the porch came to be enclosed, and
noting the applicant is allowed reasonable use of the land. He did not remember parking
requirements being imposed on Pattemore's or Mako's, or any previous management
indicating the need to deal with Florida Power for parking.
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One mernber clarified it was never suggested that an agreement with Florida Power
was the only alternative, and each applicant had understood the requirement for additional
parking. Discussion continued regarding the code definition of the establishment as a
restaurant or nightclub in terms of percentage of food sales, parking requirements, and
floor space usage. For the purpose of determining the parking requirement, a question was
posed individually to Mr. long, Ms. Wilder, and Mr. Franke, whether the applicants intend
to operate the business as a nightclub at any time during the week. Mr. long, Ms. Wilder,
and Mr. Franke responded affirmatively. Mr. Gregg did not give a definitive response.
Eight people spoke in opposition to the request. Concerns were cited as follows by
priests and members of the parish counsel for Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, church
members and school members: 1) The church has a valid lease agreement for parking on
the Florida Power easement; 2) The church does not consent to sublease parking to anyone
due to the frequency of weekday, evening and weekend church and school events;
3} Providing parking based on restaurant calculations when the application is for
nightclub/taverns and bars; 4) lack of harmo.lY with the past neighbors; 5) increased trash
and debris on the site; 6) Being asked to put aside consideration of Mr, Clem's marketing
personality in view of the events at Jamminz'; 7) Inappropriateness of a nightclub next to a
church and school; 8} Parents pick up their children from the Greek school during the same
time that most clubs hold happy hours; 9) The negative moral and financial impact of the
club has wreaked havoc on the church organization; 10) Expenses incurred from cleaning
debris and towing vehicles from the church property; 11) Rude and negative comments to
parishioners during outdoor religious ceremonies from people waiting outside the club;
12) The dichotomy of allowing a nightclub next door to an ethnic church that is the center
of life for Greek Orthodox people; 1 3) the manager has mentioned in writing that swlmwear
calendar contests and male reviews will be conducted; 14) The police department has been
celled 67 times since 1 994 for various reasons including parking and trespass; 1 5} It should
not be the responsibility of the parish priests to get up at 3:00 a.m. to attend police calls;
1 6) A great number of youth group activities extend into the evening when children can
witness the scene outside the club while they are waiting for their transportation;
17) Concern that Bubba's public persona, his following, and reputation cannot be separated
from his role as a businessman, when it is these characteristics that will attract patrons to
the club; 1 8) Florida Power had been reluctant to enter an agreement for parking on their
easement because heavy nightclub traffic had caused severe erosion of the drive aisles in
the past; 19) The nightclub is not a good example of the values, morals, and importance of
God as taught by the church; 20) The board is responsible for protecting the church and
school from the nightclub's example; 21) The appearance that no one cares what happens
to the City of Clearwater, when it is promoted as being a nice, clean city that focuses on
family values; 22} The Mayor has indicated the City does not need this kind of business;
and 23) A question how enforcement will be handled if the club does not live up to the
conditions of approval.
The parish counsel president read into the record a petition reiterating many of the
above concerns. The petition contained the signatures of over 600 parishioners.
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Discussion resumed regarding the parking agreement on the Florida Power easement.
A question was raised why the church did not bring up the parking issue during previous
conditional use hearings. Discussion ensued regarding days and hours of worship services
and other activities; proximity of those events to the nightclub operation; whether the
application would be more acceptable to the church if the applicants agreed to build a
tasteful barrier between the two properties; the church and nightclub have existed next
door to each other for a long time; the difference between a church wedding party and
regular nightclub operations when both engage in eating, drinking and dancing as part of
their festivities;
Mr. Franke and Ms. Wilder spoke in rebuttal to the opposition. They reiterated their
willingness to be a good neighbor and prohibit the inappropriate activities with which Bubba
was associated in the past. They offered to share parking and keep patrons from using the
church parking lot; openly communicate with the church; with advance notice, to close the
business and provide parking lot security during outdoor religious ceremonies and children's
activities. Mr. Franke said he lives 10 minutes away from the club and offered to be
available 24 hours a day to respond to any problems in person. He responded to questions
about his nightclub management experience, stating the average life span of a club is about
three years because new clubs open and the crowd moves on. That is the reason the
emphasis is being placed on the restaurant. Ms. Wilder said a wall will separate the
restaurant from the nightclub, which will not open until 9:00 p.m., after the time when
most children are out. She acknowledged the church is against the sale of alcoholic
beverages, but pointed out a liquor license goes with the property. She did not feel the
club would need overflow parking until after 11 :00 p.m., and was willing to work diligently
to resolve any conflicts.
Three members of the opposition spoke in rebuttal to the supporters. A question was
raised if Bubba had been prohibited by the City Commission from appearing at Jamminz'.
Discussion ensued regarding the circumstances involved the recent change of ownership at
Jammlnz'. 8taff stated and Ms. Dougall.8ides verified, at no time did the Planning and
Zoning Board prohibit Mr. Clem from being involved with the Jamminz' property. Church
members felt, while management's intentions are good, the patrons' behavior outside and
what Bubba does are beyond the club's control. One church member referred to
documents in his possession relating to two Florida Power easements; one for a 10-foot
utility easement in 1988, the other for a parking agreement with the church signed
in 1993. The documents were not submitted for the record. The church treasurer stated
he executed the 1993 agreement with Florida Power and continues to pay rent. It was not
known if the parking agreement is exclusive,
In closing, Mr. Long reiterated his remarks regarding the historical and consistent use
of the subject property. He noted the applicant is not asking for a new license. While he
did not know who arrived first, he stated the issue of the church having purchased
property next door to a nightclub should not be a factor in the board's decision. He asked
the board to impose the conditions they felt would make the club compatible with its
surroundings. He said the applicant wants to cooperate. He listed other establishments in
the area that are not consistent with a church or school use. He stated he has learned the
agreement with Florida Power is terminable within 30 days. Mr. Long asked the board to
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1) allow 60 days for him to obtain concurrent use approval, and 21 to consider how to
blend the restaurant and club uses into a business that is compatible with the surroundings.
The public hearing was closed and board discussion ensued. One member stated it is
the applicants' responsibility to comply with the 500 foot separation distance from the
church and school. One member stated there is no doubt the church and nightclub are
incompatible; there can be no comparison of a church wedding to the typos of activities
conducted in a nightclub: and it is clear there is a negative impact on the surrounding
properties.
Discussion ensued regarding how the subject property will be used. Ms. Dougall-Sides
noted the applicant characterized their application as a restaurant/nightclub. Staff listed
the application under the nightclubs/taverns and bars zoning category. She said the
applicant would not need board approval to transfer the use as a restaurant without
alcoholic beverage sales. She stated the number of parking spaces required for a
restaurant, nightclub, or both, is a site plan issue and will come up in the context of the
occupational license application. The recommended condition for the applicant to meet
parking requirements or obtain a parking variance is sufficient for the Planning and Zoning
Board's purposes. In response to a question, Ms. Dougall-Sides stated that staff's
interpretation of the required number of parking spaces is in the record. The board does
not need to stipulate the required number of spaces, only that the parking requirement
must be met.
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Board discussion continued. One member suggested for the church to issue parking
stickers for parishioners' cars. It was felt this property has historically become a problem
every time the people who run the business try to make it into something that is not
compatible with the church and City standards. While testimony had indicated that club
management had encouraged the inappropriate activities that had occurred while Bubba
was a OJ on Clearwater beach, it was felt people cannot be encouraged to do something
they are not already inclined to do. It was indicated the subject use is not totally
incompatible with the surroundings due to the presence of an adult use bar across the
street. While concerned that ensuring strict compliance overburdens police department
resources, it was felt approval with a nine month trial period would be acceptable if the
debris is cleaned up and the nightclub does not open until 9:00 p.m.
One member questioned, if board members cannot vote for a nightclub, whether
readvertising would have to take place to allow use of the property as a restaurant with
limited entertainment. Discussion ensued regarding floor area ratio and other code
requirements. Ms. Glatthorn stated a restaurant selling alcoholic beverages within 200 feet
of a church or school requires conditional use approval. Ms. Dougall-Sides stated the board
needs to vote on this application for nightclubs/taverns and bars, or continue the item.
Rephrasing the question, the board member inquired whether an application for conditional
use approval of a restaurant selling alcoholic beverages within 200 feet of a church or
school, could also address allowing live entertainment. Ms. Glatthorn responded
affirmatively.
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personalities. By approving with conditions, the board makes it possible for businesses to raise
their standards and improve conditions in the community. The compatibility problems can be
solved by strict law enforcement, and cooperation of businesses and the community to adhere
to the standards. Support of the business was encouraged because entertainment is needed in
the community. He noted even a baseball park can disturb surrounding residents during peak
season. He advocated allowing the proposed business to proceed, requiring strict adherence to
the standards and conditions of approval, giving them a chance to set an example of how a
restaurant, nightclub and bar can operate harmoniously in a family-oriented community.
Member Bickerstaffe moved to approve Item C2, CU 97-16, subject to the following
conditions: 1) The applicant shall obtain the requisite building permit, certificate of occupancy
and occupational license within 6 months of the date of this public hearing; 2) The applicant
shall neither promote nor permit on the premises any live entertainment, competitions, contests,
or any other activities that result in the violation of the public nudity or adult use regulation
ordinances (Section 21 .13, Code of Ordinances, and Section 41.601, Code of Ordinances,
respectively). In particular, the applicant shall neither promote nor permit "wet T-shirt contests"
or similar activities on the premises; 3) There shall be no outdoor entertainment; 4) The sale of
alcoholic beverages shall be limited to consumption on premises with no package sales; 5} A
landscape plan for all parking lots shall be submitted to Environmental Management for approval
and the required landscaping shall be installed prior to the issuance of the requisite occupational
license; 6) Prior to the issuance of the requisite occupational license and opening of the
business, the applicant shall meet the parking requirement or obtain a variance; 7) A minimum
of two security personnel shall be provided to continuously police the parking lot between the
hours of 10:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights; these security personnel
shall spend their time in the parking lot, not in the operation of the restaurant, bar or nightclub;
8) This approval shall be for a nine month trial period from the date of issuance of the
occupational license, after which the application will be reviewed for compliance with the
established conditions of approval; and 9) The parking lot and all areas outside the building are
to be kept clean and clear of litter and debris at all times, especially after an evening of
business. The motion was duly seconded. Members Nixon and Bickerstaffe voted "Aye";
Members Mazur, Merriam, Baron, and Kunnen voted "Nay." Motion failed.
Member Daron moved to deny Item C2, CU 97-16. The motion was duly seconded.
Discussion ensued regarding whether a different motion to approve, or a motion to deny, was
needed. One member strongly objected that a second motion is not needed unless the intent is
to approve something different than was stated in the first motion. Member Baron withdrew
his motion. The seconder concurred. Discussion continued. Ms. Dougall-Sides clarified there
was essentially no action taken because the motion to approve had failed.
Discussion ensued regarding what the applicant will be allowed to do if today's conditional
use is not approved. It was indicated the restaurant could continue to operate without alcoholic
beverages, or the applicant could file a new application if the establishment is found to be
located within 200 feet of a church or school. One member spoke against dtmial, encouraging
the board to seek a harmonious solution; to give the business a chance to operate according to
the conditions of approval; and to charge the City with strictly enforcing its rules to ensure the
business does not negatively impact its surroundings.
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.' Members Mazur, Merriam, Baron, and Kunnen voted "Aye"; Members Nixon and Bickerstaffe
voted "Nay." Motion carried.
C3. A.P. Mar Com. {Portvue MotellReel Easy} to permit Marina facilities (charter boat) at
101 Coronado Drive, City Park Sub, Part of Water Lot 1, zoned CR 28 (Resort Commercial)
& P (Preservation). CU 97-17
Mr. Hilton presented background information and written staff recommendations, stating
the applicant is seeking conditional use approval for a charter fishing boat with a capacity of six
passengers. The proposed fishing charter business, Reel Easy, will be located adjacent to the
Port Vue Hotel, and will serve guests of the Port Vue and the Days Inn hotel. Mr. Hilton
outlined hours of operation and required parking spaGes, stating request seems appropriate and
should not negatively impact surrounding properties. Staff recommended approval with two
conditions.
Antonios Markopoulos, the owner/applicant, agreed with staff's analysis and the proposed
conditions. In response to questions, he said four commercial boat slips, and ten non-
commercial boat slips currently exist at the motel. He named the boats currently docked at the
facility.
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One resident within 500 feet of the proposal, spoke in opposition to the request. She did
not object to boating or fishing, as she and her family boat and fish, but she strongly objected
to conditional use approval of a commercial venture on this side of the harbor for the following
reasons: 1) this side of the harbor is primarily residential, with only two commercial enterprises;
2) an ample number of charter and other commercial boat operations exist elsewhere to satisfy
the demand; 3} car traffic is very heavy in the vicinity; 4) the backout parking beneath the
Portvue Motel creates danger and obstructs traffic flow on adjacent Gultview Boulevard and
Devon Drive; 5) strong environmental concerns that heavy oil slicks and discharge of diesel fuel
into the harbor are killing the grass flats in front of her house, the smell of diesel fumes is
overwhelming, and silt has accreted in the channel due to the increasing amount of boat traffic;
and 6) noise from the engines and loudspeakers on commercial vessels in the harbor has
increased.
Mr. Markopoulos responded to the opposition, reiterating the boat slips already exist at
his motels, and he did not understand why a boat should bother anyone. In response to
questions, he indicated on a map which slip he will designate for docking the charter boat.
He owns both the above referenced motels, and the boat slips are for the use of his
tenants. Brief discussion ensued regarding the parking space requirement. Mr.
Markopoulos stated he understands staff's recommended conditions of approval, and will
have a licensed boat captain to operate the charter operation.
Member Baron moved to approve Item C3, CU 97-17, subject to the following
conditions: 1) The applicant shall obtain the requisite occupational license within 6 months
of the date of this public hearing; and 2) The vessel must have a licensed captain as
required by the City's Harbormaster. The motion was duly seconded and carried
unanimously.
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Amendment, and local Planning Agency Review
01. 804 Pinellas Street, Milton Park Sub, Blk 10, Lots 10-12. (Word of Faith Church of God,
Inc. and Francis J. & Kristin R. Fararo) Z 97-02
Zone: OL (Limited Office)
Mr. Udoh presented background information and written staff recommendations, stating
the applicant is seeking rezoning to Office Planned Development (OPD.) It was indicated the
adjacent lots 6 through 9 were approved in a separate rezoning request (Z 97-01, LUP 97-01;
3/4/97), because of an associated land use plan amendment. Staff recommended endorsement
because the current request is cOl1;sistent with the character of the existing professional office
facilities in the area.
Richard Uline, realty agent representing the applicant, stated the subject property has been
on the market for some time, but has not sold because there does not seem to be a need for a
church at this location. The lots are being placed under contract for purchase by the owner of
the adjacent Thompson Executive Center, for use as professional offices.
Bob Thompson, executive center owner, explained the purpose of the proposed rezoning to
extend his office complex eastward across Myrtle Avenue. A comprehensive land use plan
change for the subject lots will take place in June, 1997. Afterwards, he plans to proceed with
construction as soon as the requisite permits are obtained.
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Member Nixon moved to endorse Item D1, Z 97-02, to the City Commission. The motion
was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
Board and Staff Comments
In response to a question from Member Mazur, Mr. Hilton said he hoped the Land
Development Code update will be ready for board review by the end of May.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.
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