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01/18/2011 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BOARD MEETING MINUTES CITY OF CLEARWATER January 18, 2011 Present: Nicholas C. Fritsch Chair Thomas Coates Vice-Chair Frank L. Dame Board Member Doreen DiPolito Board Member Kurt B. Hinrichs Board Member Norma R. Carlough Acting Board Member Absent: Richard Adelson Board Member Brian A. Barker Board Member Also Present: Gina Grimes Attorney for the Board Leslie Dougall-Sides Assistant City Attorney Michael L. Delk Planning & Development Director Robert Tefft Development Review Manager Patricia O. Sullivan Board Reporter The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall, followed by the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily discussed in that order. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING: December 21, 2010 Member Dame moved to approve the minutes of the regular Community Development Board meeting of December 21, 2010, as recorded and submitted in written summation to each board member. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. C. REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE: (Item 1) (Continue to February 15, 2011) 1. Case: FLD2010-09027 – 1315 Cleveland Street Level Two Application Owner/Applicant: Nemishawn, Inc. Agent: Kevin Bessolo, Bessolo Design Group, Inc. (556 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL 33701; phone: 727-894-4453; fax: 727-896-8662; email: kbessolo@bessolo.com). Location: 2.09 acres located on the south side of Cleveland Street between Fredrica Drive and Lady Mary Drive. Atlas Page: 287B. Existing Zoning: Commercial (C) District. Request: Flexible Development application to permit a Governmental use (WorkNet Pinellas) and Social/Public Service Agency use (Coordinated Child Care), in the Commercial (C) District within the East Gateway Character District with a lot area of 91,093 square-feet, a lot width of 250 feet (along Cleveland Street), 364 feet (along Lady Mary Drive), 363 feet (along Fredrica Drive), a front (north) setback of 17.5 feet (to existing building), a front (west) setback of 10 feet (to existing pavement) and 83.5 feet (to existing building), a front (east) setback of 10 feet (to existing pavement) and 85.2 feet (to existing building), a side (south) setback of 15 feet (to existing Community Development 2011-01-18 1 pavement) and 155.4 feet (to existing building), a building height of 23 feet (to midpoint of roof) and 111 parking spaces as Comprehensive Infill Redevelopment Project under the provisions of Community Development Code Section 2-704.C. Proposed Use: Governmental and Social/Public Service Agency. Neighborhood Associations: East Gateway and Neighbors Association and Clearwater Neighborhood Coalition. Presenter: A. Scott Kurleman, Planner III. See Exhibit: Memorandum FLD2010-09027 2011-01-18 In response to a question, Planning Director Michael Delk said staff cannot predict the outcome of discussions the applicant plans to have with the neighborhood. It was recommended that the applicant consider the East Gateway five-year Action Plan. Member Coates moved to continue case FLD2010-09027 to February 15, 2011. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. D. CONSENT AGENDA: The following case is not contested by the applicant, staff, neighboring property owners, etc. and will be approved by a single vote at the beginning of the meeting: (Item 1) 1. Case: FLD2010-11031– 934 Eldorado Avenue Level Two Application Owner/Applicant: Henry Bohinick Agent: David F Ramsey, Professional Engineer. (434 Skinner Boulevard, Suite 105, Dunedin, FL 34698; phone: 727-409-4639; email: davidf.ramsey@verizon.net) Location: 0.15 acre property on the west side of Eldorado Avenue approximately 120 feet south of Laurel Street Atlas Page: 238A Existing Zoning: Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District Request: Flexible Development approval for the construction of a new single-family detached dwelling within the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District with a lot area of 6,600 square-feet, a lot width of 60 feet, a reduction in the front (east) setback from 25 feet to 15 feet (to building) and a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 10 feet to zero feet (to Coastal Construction Control Line) for an in-ground swimming pool and deck and a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 20 feet to 10.7 feet (to Coastal Construction Control Line) for the principal structure as a Residential Infill Project under the provisions of Community Development Code Section 2-204.E. Proposed Use: Detached dwelling Neighborhood Associations: Clearwater Neighborhood Coalition and Clearwater Beach Association Presenter: Ellen Crandall, Planner II See Exhibit: Staff Report FLD2010-11031 2011-01-18 Member Coates moved to approve Case FLD2010-11031 on today’s Consent Agenda based on evidence in the record, including the application(s) and the Staff Report(s), and hereby adopt the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law stated in the Staff Report(s), with conditions of approval as listed. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. Community Development 2011-01-18 2 E. ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 1:11 p.m Community Development 2011-01-18 Vto- Chair -TW w• es Community Devopm?oeAnt'I'ES Board EXHIBIT: STAFF MEMORANDUM FLD2010-09027 2011-01-18 MEMORANDUM TO: Community Development Board FROM: A. Scott Kurleman, Planner III RE: Request for Continuance to February 15, 2011 DATE: January 12, 2011 The applicant requests a continuance of case FLD2010-09027 to February 15, 2011. EXHIBIT: STAFF REPORT FLD2010-11031 2011-01-18 CDB Meeting Date: January 18, 2011 Case Number: FLD2010-11031 Agenda Item: C.2. Owner/Applicant: Henry Bohinick Agent: David F Ramsey, Professional Engineer Address: 934 Eldorado Avenue CITY OF CLEARWATER PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT GENERAL INFORMATION: REQUEST: Flexible Development approval for the construction of a new single-family detached dwelling within the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District with a lot area of 6,600 square feet, a lot width of 60 feet, a reduction in the front (East) setback from 25 feet to 15 feet (to building) and a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 10 feet to zero feet (to Coastal Construction Control Line) for an in-ground swimming pool and deck and a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 20 feet to 10.7 feet (to Coastal Construction Control Line) for the principal structure as a Residential Infill Project under the provisions of Community Development Code Section 2-204.E. CURRENT ZONING: Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District CURRENT FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORY: Residential Urban (RU) PROPERTY USE: Current Use: Vacant lot Proposed Use: Single-Family Detached Dwelling EXISTING North:Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District SURROUNDING Detached Dwellings ZONING AND USES: South:Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District Detached Dwellings East: Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District Detached Dwellings West: Open Space/Recreation (OS/R) District Water Community Development Board – January 18, 2011 FLD2010-11031 – Page 1 of 5 EXHIBIT: STAFF REPORT FLD2010-11031 2011-01-18 ANALYSIS: Site Location and Existing Conditions: The 0.15 acre subject property is located on the west side of Eldorado Avenue approximately 120 feet south of Laurel Street. The property is presently a vacant lot. The properties to the north, south and east are zoned Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District and are developed with detached dwellings. Land to the west is zoned Open Space/Recreation (OS/R) District and is the Gulf of Mexico. Development Proposal: The proposal is to develop the subject property with a single-family detached dwelling. The request is being processed as a Residential Infill Project due to the requested rear (west) setback reduction to the Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) for pool, decking and the main structure. The main structure will have a 10.7 foot setback from the CCCL which is consistent with houses immediately adjacent and south (930, 920 Eldorado) of the subject property, while the pool and decking will have a zero foot setback from the CCCL which is also consistent with the houses to the south of the subject property. Pursuant to Section 3-905.C.2 of the Community Development Code (CDC), any requests to modify setback requirements from the CCCL shall be considered through a Level Two development process. The development proposal’s compliance with the various development standards of the CDC is discussed below. Impervious Surface Ratio (ISR): Pursuant to CDC Section 2-201.1, within the Residential Urban (RU) land use category, the allowable ISR is 0.65. The site is in compliance as an ISR of 0.648 is proposed. Density: Pursuant to CDC Section 2-201.1, within the Residential Urban (RU) land use category, the allowable density is 7.5 units per acre. As the lot area is 6,600 square feet (0.15 acres), one dwelling unit is allowed and therefore, the proposed density is in compliance. Minimum Lot Area: Pursuant to Table 2-204 of the CDC, for Residential Infill Projects, there is no minimum lot area. The lot area of the subject property is 6,600 square feet which exceeds the detached dwelling minimum standard of 5,000 square feet found in Table 2-202. Minimum Lot Width: Pursuant to Table 2-204 of the CDC, for Residential Infill Projects, there is no minimum lot width. The subject property lot width is 60 feet which exceeds the detached dwelling minimum standard of 50 feet found in Table 2-202. Minimum Setbacks: Pursuant to Table 2-204 of the CDC, within the LMDR District, Residential Infill Projects shall have a front setback between 10 – 25 feet, a side setback between zero to five feet, and a rear setback between zero to 15 feet. The proposal includes a front (east) setback of 15 feet and a rear (west) setback of zero feet with no reductions to side setbacks and is therefore compliant with the above referenced requirements. The reduction in front and rear setbacks allows for a development consistent with the surrounding and emerging development pattern. The existing detached dwelling immediately adjacent and to the north of the subject property (936 Eldorado) is setback 3.3 feet from the east Community Development Board – January 18, 2011 FLD2010-11031 – Page 2 of 5 EXHIBIT: STAFF REPORT FLD2010-11031 2011-01-18 property line. The existing detached dwelling (920 Eldorado) to the south of the subject property is setback 5 feet or less from the east property line. Therefore the front setback of 15 feet is justified and consistent with the emerging development pattern while still providing the necessary off-street parking. With regard to the rear setback, the development pattern along Eldorado is moving from typical ranch style Florida homes toward larger homes occupying a greater portion of lot area than the existing homes. In addition, a site visit, review of aerial photographs, and provided surveys show that several existing waterfront detached dwellings in the vicinity of the subject property appear to have up to zero foot structural setbacks to the CCCL. The existing detached dwellings immediately to the south of the subject property are set back zero feet from the CCCL for pool and decks (926 and 920 Eldorado). The existing detached dwellings immediately to the south of the subject property are set back 10 feet or less from the CCCL for the main structure (930 and 920 Eldorado). Therefore, the rear setback reduction to provide a typical amenity of a pool and decking for a beachfront detached dwelling is justified and consistent with the emerging development pattern. The rear setback reduction to provide adequate views from the main structure is justified and consistent with the emerging development pattern. Maximum Building Height: Pursuant to Table 2-204 of the CDC, for Residential Infill projects, the maximum building height in the LMDR District is 30 feet. The building height of the detached dwelling will maintain a maximum building height of 30 feet as measured to the midpoint of a sloped roof, which is consistent with the above, as well as with the definition of “height, building or structure” as set forth in Article 8 of the CDC. Minimum Off-Street Parking: Pursuant to Table 2-204 of the CDC, for Residential Infill projects, two parking spaces are required. The proposal is to provide four off-street parking spaces as through two driveways and two single-car-garages for the dwelling, which is consistent with the above. Mechanical Equipment: Pursuant to CDC Section 3-903.H.1, air conditioning and similar mechanical equipment is exempt from the side and rear setback requirements, but such equipment must be screened from view from streets and adjacent property. Outside condensing units for air conditioners as well as pool equipment will be placed adjacent to the side of the dwelling. Compliance with screening requirements will be reviewed at time of building permit submittal. Utilities: Pursuant to CDC Section 3-912. all utilities including individual distribution lines shall be installed underground unless such undergrounding is not practicable. This proposal will comply with this requirement. Solid Waste: The dwelling unit will be provided a black barrel for solid waste disposal which will be stored exterior to the dwelling. CDC Section 3-201.D.1 requires these black barrels to be screened from view from streets and adjacent properties. Provisions for walls, fences or other appropriate screening materials will be reviewed at time of building permit submittal. Code Enforcement Analysis: There are no outstanding Code Enforcement issues associated with the subject property. Community Development Board – January 18, 2011 FLD2010-11031 – Page 3 of 5 EXHIBIT: STAFF REPORT FLD2010-11031 2011-01-18 COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARDS AND CRITERIA: The following table depicts the consistency of the detached dwelling subdivision proposal with the standards as per CDC Tables 2-201.1 and 2-204: Standard Proposed Consistent Inconsistent Density 7.5 du/ac 1 du/ac X ISR 0.65 0.648 X Minimum Lot Area N/A 6,600 square feet X 1 Minimum Lot Width N/A 60 feet X 1 Minimum Setbacks Front: 10 - 25 feet East: 15 feet (to building) X 1 Side: 0 - 5 feet North: 5 feet (to building) X South: 5 feet (to building) X Rear: 0 - 10 feet West: Zero feet (to deck) X 1 10.7 feet (to building) Maximum Height 30 feet 30 feet X Minimum Off-Street 2 spaces per dwelling unit 4 spaces X Parking 1 See Analysis in Staff Report COMPLIANCE WITH FLEXIBILITY CRITERIA: The following table depicts the consistency of the development proposal with the Flexibility criteria as per CDC Section 2-204.E (Residential Infill Project): Consistent Inconsistent 1. The development or redevelopment of the parcel proposed for development is X otherwise impractical without deviations from one or more of the following: intensity or other development standards. 2. The development of the parcel proposed for development as a residential infill project X will not materially reduce the fair market value of abutting properties. 3. The uses within the residential infill project are otherwise permitted in the district. X 4. The uses within the residential infill project are compatible with adjacent land uses. X 5. The development of the parcel proposed for development as a residential infill project X will upgrade the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development. 6. The design of the proposed residential infill project creates a form and function which X enhances the community character of the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development and the City of Clearwater as a whole. 7. Flexibility in regard to lot width, required setbacks, height, off-street parking, access X or other development standards are justified by the benefits to community character and the immediate vicinity of the parcel proposed for development and the City of Clearwater as a whole. COMPLIANCE WITH GENERAL STANDARDS FOR LEVEL TWO APPROVALS: The following table depicts the consistency of the development proposal with the General Standards for Level Two Approvals as per CDC Section 3-914.A: Consistent Inconsistent 1. The proposed development of the land will be in harmony with the scale, bulk, X coverage, density and character of adjacent properties in which it is located. 2. The proposed development will not hinder or discourage development and use of X adjacent land and buildings or significantly impair the value thereof. 3. The proposed development will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons X residing or working in the neighborhood. 4. The proposed development is designed to minimize traffic congestion. X 5. The proposed development is consistent with the community character of the X immediate vicinity. 6. The design of the proposed development minimizes adverse effects, including visual, X acoustic and olfactory and hours of operation impacts on adjacent properties. Community Development Board – January 18, 2011 FLD2010-11031 – Page 4 of 5 EXHIBIT: STAFF REPORT FLD2010-11031 2011-01-18 SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION: The Development Review Committee (DRC) reviewed the application and supporting materials at its meeting of January 6, 2011 and deemed the development proposal to be legally sufficient to move forward to the Community Development Board (CDB), based upon the following: Findings of Fact: The Planning and Development Department, having reviewed all evidence submitted by the applicant and requirements of the Community Development Code, finds that there is substantial competent evidence to support the following findings of fact: 1.That the 0.15 acres is located on the west side of Eldorado Avenue approximately 120 feet south of Laurel Street; 2.That the property is currently a vacant lot; 3.That the proposal is to develop the subject property with a single-family detached dwelling; 4.That the proposal includes a reduction of the rear setback from the Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) of 10 feet to zero feet (to deck); and 5.That pursuant to CDC Section 3-905.C.2, any requests to modify setback requirements from the CCCL shall be considered through a Level Two development process; and 6.That there are no outstanding Code Enforcement issues associated with the subject property. Conclusions of Law: The Planning and Development Department, having made the above findings of fact, reaches the following conclusions of law: 1.That the development proposal is consistent with the Standards as per Tables 2-201.1 and 2- 204 of the Community Development Code; 2.That the development proposal is consistent with the Flexibility criteria as per Section 2- 204.E of the Community Development Code; and 3.That the development proposal is consistent with the General Standards for Level Two Approvals as per Section 3-914.A of the Community Development Code. APPROVAL Based upon the above, the Planning and Development Department recommends of the Flexible Development application for the construction of a new single-family detached dwelling within the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District with a lot area of 6,600 square feet, a lot width of 60 feet, a reduction in the front (east) setback from 25 feet to 15 feet (to building) and a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 10 feet to zero feet (to Coastal Construction Control Line) for an in-ground swimming pool and deck at existing grade and a reduction to the rear (west) setback from 20 feet to 10.7 feet (to Coastal Construction Control Line) for the principal structure as a Residential Infill Project under the provisions of Community Development Code Section 2-204.E with the following conditions of approval: Conditions of Approval: 1.That the final design and colors of the detached dwelling be consistent with the elevations approved by the CDB; 2.That prior to the issuance of any building permits, a separate right-of-way permit must be approved for the installation of the brick paver drive apron; 3.That there are no obstructions in the waterfront site visibility triangles; 4.That pool and deck be constructed no higher than existing grade; 5.That vehicles cannot be parked in the driveway blocking the pedestrian access to the concrete sidewalk; Community Development Board – January 18, 2011 FLD2010-11031 – Page 5 of 5 EXHIBIT: STAFF REPORT FLD2010-11031 2011-01-18 6.That black barrels stored exterior to the dwelling and outdoor mechanical equipment including air conditioning and pool equipment be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties; and 7.That all utilities including individual distribution lines shall be installed underground unless such undergrounding is not practicable. This proposal will comply with this requirement. , prior to the issuance of the first Certificate of Occupancy. Prepared by Planning and Development Department Staff: Ellen Crandall, Planner II Attachments: Location Map; Aerial Map; Zoning Map; Existing Surrounding Uses Map; and Photographs of Site and Vicinity Community Development Board – January 18, 2011 FLD2010-11031 – Page 6 of 5 Clearwater Interdepartmental Correspondence Sheet TO: Community Development Board Members FROM: Robert Tefft, Development Review Manager COPIES: Leslie Dougall-Sides, Assistant City Attorney; Susan Chase, City Clerk Specialist; Sue Diana, Assistant City Clerk; /Pat Sullivan, Board Reporter SUBJECT: Agenda Items for January 18, 2011 DATE: January 13, 2011 CDB packets being distributed on contain the following items: Agenda Site investigation form Unapproved minutes of previous meeting Level Two Applications (Item 1-2) 1. Case: FLD2010-09027 -1315 Cleveland Street Yes No Planner: A. Scott Kurleman, Planner III. 2. Case: FLD2010-11031- 934 Eldorado Avenue Planner: Ellen Crandall, Planner II 5 Yes No PRINT NAME S. (Planning DepartmentlC D BW gendas DRC & CDRCDk201 h01 January 201111 Cover MEMO 2011.doc Lj- Clearwater Interdepartmental Correspondence Sheet TO: Community Development Board Members FROM: Robert Tefft, Development Review Manager COPIES: Leslie Dougall-Sides, Assistant City Attorney; Susan Chase, City Clerk Specialist; Sue Diana, Assistant City Clerk; /Pat Sullivan, Board Reporter SUBJECT: Agenda Items for January 18, 2011 DATE: January 13, 2011 CDB packets being distributed on contain the following items: Agenda Site investigation form Unapproved minutes of previous meeting Level Two Applications (Item 1-2) 1. Case: FLD2010-09027 -1315 Cleveland Street Planner: A. Scott Kurleman, Planner III. Yes V No 2. Case: FV2110-11031- 934 Eldorado Avenue Planner: Ellen Crandall, Planner II Yes No Signature: Date: 2011 61 16 C o -? PRIN S. IPlanntng DepartmentlC D BWgendas DRC & CDBICDBI2011I01 January 201111 Cover MEMO 2011.doc "Clearwater U Interdepartmental Correspondence Sheet TO: Community Development Board Members FROM: Robert Tefft, Development Review Manager COPIES: Leslie Dougall-Sides, Assistant City Attorney; Susan Chase, City Clerk Specialist; Sue Diana, Assistant City Clerk; /Pat Sullivan, Board Reporter SUBJECT: Agenda Items for January 18, 2011 DATE: January 13, 2011 CDB packets being distributed on contain the following items: Agenda Site investigation form Unapproved minutes of previous meeting Level Two Applications (Item 1-2) Case: FLD2010-09027 - 13 15 Cleveland Street Planner: A. Scott Kurleman, Planner III. Yes No b\ 2. Case: FLD2010-1 103 1- 934 Eldorado Avenue Planner: Ellen Crandall, Planner II Yes x No Signature: ,? Date: / / uIll I" i?-, , D PRINT NAME S. (Planning DepartmentlC D BWgendas DRC & CDBICDB12011101 January 201111 Cover MEMO 2011.doc Clearwater U Interdepartmental Correspondence Sheet TO: Community Development Board Members FROM: Robert Tefft, Development Review Manager COPIES: Leslie Dougall-Sides, Assistant City Attorney; Susan Chase, City Clerk Specialist; Sue Diana, Assistant City Clerk; /Pat Sullivan, Board Reporter SUBJECT: Agenda Items for January 18, 2011 DATE: January 13, 2011 CDB packets being distributed on contain the following items: Agenda Site investigation form Unapproved minutes of previous meeting Level Two Applications (Item 1-2) 1. Case: FLD2010-09027 -1315 Cleveland Street Planner: A. Scott Kurleman, Planner 111. Yes No 2. Case: FLD2010-1 103 1- 934 Eldorado Avenue Planner: Ellen Crandall, Planner II Yes No have Signature: PRINT Date: ?\ S: )Planning Department)C D BUgendas DRC & CDBICDBI2011101 January 201111 Cover MEMO 2011.doc Clearwater U Interdepartmental Correspondence Sheet TO: Community Development Board Members FROM: Robert Tefft, Development Review Manager COPIES: Leslie Dougall-Sides, Assistant City Attorney; Susan Chase, City Clerk Specialist; Sue Diana, Assistant City Clerk; /Pat Sullivan, Board Reporter SUBJECT: Agenda Items for January 18, 2011 DATE: January 13, 2011 CDB packets being distributed on contain the following items: Agenda Site investigation form Unapproved minutes of previous meeting Level Two Applications (Item 1-2) 1. Case: FLD2010-09027 -13 15 Cleveland Street Planner: A. Scott Kurleman, Planner III. Yes No S 2. Case: FLD2010-1 103 1- 934 Eldorado Avenue Planner: Ellen Crandall, Planner II Yes Lf No S.-Tlanning DepartmentlC D BlAgendas DRC & CDMDB12011101 January 201111 Cover MEMO 2011.doc Clearwater Interdepartmental Correspondence Sheet TO: Community Development Board Members FROM: Robert Tef t, Development Review Manager COPIES: Leslie Dougall-Sides, Assistant City Attorney; Susan Chase, City Clerk Specialist; Sue Diana, Assistant City Clerk; /Pat Sullivan, Board Reporter SUBJECT: Agenda Items for January 18, 2011 DATE: January 13, 2011 CDB packets being distributed on contain the following items: Agenda Site investigation form Unapproved minutes of previous meeting Level Two Applications (Item 1-2) 1. Case: FLD2010-09027 - 1315 Cleveland Street Planner: A. Scott Kurleman, Planner III. Yes 7 No 2. Case: FLD2010-1 103 1- 934 Eldorado Avenue Planner: Ellen Crandall, Planner II Yes No S: (Planning DepartmentlC D Bl4gendas DRC & CDBICDM2011101 January 2011U Cover MEMO 2011.doc PRINT NAME